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The lives of several families in the Yorkshire Dales revolve around a farm and the nearby village. With murders, affairs, lies, deceit, laughter and tears, it's all there in the village.
1974
Janie tells Alison that she is pregnant but worries about telling Frank. However, Frank hears about it from Joe when Alison lets slip.
Ruth returns to the village without Tom or her children, and snaps at Edward when he asks after Tom.
Janie tells Ruth that she is pregnant, whilst Ruth tells Janie she has divorced Tom. Janie tells Frank that she is pregnant and he takes the news well.
Sam tries to find his missing bell but to no avail. Edward is horrified to find Ruth unconscious after taking an overdose.
Ruth discharges herself from hospital. Annie is shocked when Joe brings Ruth and Janie to the Farm.
Ruth reveals why she and Tom split - he had an affair. After much consideration from the help of Alison, Matt decides to have the twins christened.
Sam and Sally are christened with Alison and Janie as godparents. Frank has accepted the job in Essex and moves over with Janie and Ruth.
Amos receives an invite to the ball from Ethel, whilst customers become unhappy with the prices in the shop.
Henry is upset after seeing Alison and Matt together. Christine and Joe share a kiss and agree to meet up again.
Henry is relieved when Alison admits she isn't ready for marriage following Peter's death, and the pair later find Joe and Christine kissing. Sam finds a man has erected a tent on one of the farm's fields.
Henry is determined to get rid of Dryden, but is surprised when he offers to help muck out the cowshed. Matt and Alison spend more time together.
The new tenants of Crossthwaite's Cottage, Franklin and Diana Prescott arrive. Joe is shocked to find Dryden has left all of a sudden.
Joe is suspicious about Dryden, and is unconvinced when Dryden says he wants to reward their kindness. Christine is shocked to see Franklin and hides from him.
Henry and Dryden help Diana renovate Crossthwaite's Cottage, whilst Amos is shocked by the amount the tickets to the ball Ethel invited him to cost.
Annie takes a liking to Christine when she admits her parents weren't happy together. Franklin informs Robert that Christine is in the village, and Annie leaves him with some good advice.
Dryden gets dirty helping Diana with the cottage renovations and asks to borrow one of Franklin's shirts - which raises a few eyebrows in the village. Dryden begins looking at doing renovation work on the farm, and Annie is pleased when Christine wants to stay with them.
Annie sorts out the bedding crisis at Emmerdale Farm, whilst Amos confides in Henry that he is worried about taking Ethel to the ball as he can't dance.
Matt is annoyed when the land rover breaks down again and the mechanics call to inform him that it won't be ready for days. Alison receives a letter from Janie that she won't be returning as she's happy with Frank in London.
Christine tells Robert that she won't be coming home as she's decided to stay at Emmerdale Farm longer. Alison tells Henry that she doesn't want to marry, but this doesn't stop him from pondering what life together would be like.
Ethel pushes an uncomfortable Amos to take her to a four star hotel for dinner before the ball. Christine invites Joe to her father's farm, but the pair are forced to spend the night there when their car breaks down.
Henry and Amos officially go into partnership as landlords of The Woolpack. Annie subtly tells Christine that she knows that she and Joe are in love.
Alison begins to fall for Dryden when he takes her to a cafe near Skipton. Ethel makes Amos even more uncomfortable taking her out when Ethel informs Amos that her sister Grace, and Grace's husband Ernest will be joining them for dinner before the ball.
Dryden tells Alison that he has been squatting in Smithy Cottage. Henry hires a surveyor behind Annie's back.
P.C. Hallam finds that Smithy Cottage has been broken into. Henry leaves for New Zealand when he discovers Marian has gotten engaged.
P.C. Hallam questions Dryden but finds he hasn't committed any criminal offenders. Amos gets blind drunk after a shambles of a date with Ethel.
Just as Henry leaves for New Zealand, Marian sends in a telegram informing the Sugden family that she has broken off her engagement. Amos is nonplussed when Ethel forgives him and apologises for last night.
Ethel surprises Amos when she helps him with his money worries. Alison is confused when Matt begins to avoid her when she's with Dryden, and soon catches on to why.
Sam and Annie are unimpressed when Beattie tells Sam and Annie that the twins are sick, and Annie reminds her they won't stay with them forever. Matt feels down in the dumps after being friend zoned by Alison.
The twins are well again so Ben and Beattie bring them to Emmerdale Farm for their party - but it ends up going wrong! Annie and Beattie have both put Sally on the cakes, and bought them the same present!
Amos is unhappy when Henry receives a letter from Ethel, asking to meet Percy. The Sugden family nearly forget about Annie's birthday, whilst Annie assures Matt that he is still apart of the family even if he remarries.
Joe talks to Dryden about engagement but he avoids his questions. However, Joe arrives with Christine back at Emmerdale Farm, announcing their engagement. Matt invites Alison for dinner and tries to impress her.
Joe is unnerved when Christine refuses to tell her father that they are engaged, and that she won't let him buy her a ring. Meanwhile, Matt gets uncomfortable and leaves part way through his drink with Henry.
Annie is suspicious when Matt refuses to go to the shop. Alison is confused when she and Dryden wave at Matt but he ignores them.
Franklin returns and Diana finds herself distant from him when he leaves mid-way through their walk. Annie decides an interference is necessary and attempts to reconcile Matt and Alison.
Sam decides to play a trick on Henry and Lewis, which results in Henry informing the Hotten Courier that cuckoo birds are in the woods. Annie is unimpressed when Joe and Christine announce their intentions to not have a church wedding - in front of Liz.
Sam tells Christine that he is behind the cuckoo bird and leads Henry, Joe, Matt, Annie and Edward to find out he had tricked them - Annie is not impressed. Meanwhile, Joe and Christine consider getting their own place, and moving into Hawthorn Cottage.
Edward is pushed to the limit preparing the Sunday school concert. Meanwhile, Henry is cold towards Franklin when he complains about Diana.
Today is not Alison's day as Henry pesters her about Matt, and Matt brings up her time in prison.
Wally and Edward almost come to blows. Meanwhile, Christine becomes frosty with Joe when he makes a joke about Dryden possibly having an affair with Diana.
Diana and Franklin continuously row intensely about his drinking. Meanwhile, Joe and Christine put things right and Christine decides to tell her father about their engagement.
Edward receives a call notifying him that Letty has been attacked by Mick. Joe reveals his suspicions that Dryden and Diana are having an affair. Dryden worries for a drunken Franklin and informs him that his father died of alcohol poisoning.
Robert doesn't like the idea of Christine marrying Joe, believing she is belittling herself. Ethel admits to Henry that she'd rather marry Amos than Dan.
Diana explodes with rage upon discovering Franklin gave up drinking because of Dryden, not her. Meanwhile, Amos is worried Ethel will propose to him, and tries to put her off.
Diana's worries cause another row between her and Franklin about his alcoholism. Matt breaks down upon realising it's nearly a year after Peggy's death.
Amos confesses to Ethel that he doesn't want to marry her, so she hits back saying that she thought he needed a friend as he was lonely. Edward still continues to be cold towards Wally, hitting out at him in all but name.
Joe and Christine go drinking in Bradford, and come back with interesting gossip about Ethel. Sam kicks up a fuss about the party at the Vicarage.
Ethel informs Amos that she has gotten engaged to Mr. Snape and asks for him to never talk to her again. Wally's feud with Edward gets him thrown out of The Woolpack. Meanwhile, Sam snaps out of his petty behaviour when an upset Liz gives him a call.
Dorrie tries to get Edward to see Wally, but Liz doesn't think it's a good idea. The Sugden family's discussion about Letty getting kicked out of the mother's union continues to push Joe's decision to not have a church wedding further.
Wally and Dorrie gatecrash Edward's party and try to poison the guests mind against Letty, but they get a grilling from Annie.
Edward is annoyed that Dorrie has had the audacity to tell Letty that she is banned from the mother's union, despite everyone else disagreeing with Dorrie.
Franklin is enraged to discover Dryden had stayed at Crossthwaite's Cottage whilst he was away, worried about what people would think. Diana hits back, reminding him he didn't care when he was drinking himself silly. Later, he is cool towards Dryden and disallows him to explain himself.
Franklin feels out of place in the village and asks Diana if she's settled in yet. She tells him he may settle if he stays, but Franklin wants to move to London. Meanwhile, Dryden helps Letty and gives her some good
After having second thoughts, Diana admits she feels like Beckindale isn't home and she and Franklin make plans to move elsewhere. Meanwhile, Letty is shocked to discover Mick has gone and taken her kids.
Dorrie is enraged that everyone gets to vote about whether or not Letty gets to remain on the mother's union, including Letty.
Diana shares one final meal with Dryden before leaving for Bradford. Meanwhile, Dryden receives a complaint from George about subletting the Forge.
Liz tries to get Edward to end his feud with Wally, to no avail. Meanwhile, Joe worries when he rings Robert but doesn't get a call back.
Edward realises he has made a mistake upon discovering Letty has visited Father Dougan. Meanwhile, Joe and Christine set a wedding date, whilst Dryden goes sour when Celia finds him in The Woolpack.
Dryden continues to hide in the village as Celia and Paul search for him. Later, he accidentally upsets Alison whilst talking about marriage.
Annie and Henry are shocked when Paul reveals Dryden up and left his fiancee Celia six months ago and they've been on the hunt for him since. Meanwhile, Robert visits Joe and warns him off marrying Christine.
Everyone is shocked upon discovering Dryden has absconded. Meanwhile, Christine's plans for her wedding don't match Joe's.
Amos discovers Ethel and Mr. Snape are due to marry soon, while Joe asks Matt to be his best man. Also, Alison announces her intention to leave Beckindale to Henry.
Christine is unhappy when Joe tries to avoid talking about the honeymoon, and Joe is annoyed when Sam announces his suspicions about where Christine gets her money. Meanwhile, Matt tells Alison that Louise told him that she had been admitted to a mental hospital but assures her that it doesn't make a difference to him.
Work on The Woolpack chimney goes underway, whilst Annie hints to Christine that marriage isn't to be taken lightly. Meanwhile, Alison prepares to tell Matt that she has been in prison.
Disaster strikes at The Woolpack when the chimney collapses and the place is covered in dust. Matt tells Alison that her criminal record doesn't change his feelings, but she says she can't marry him.
Henry offers Norah Alison's job at the shop. Meanwhile, Joe and Christine consider going to London for their honeymoon.
Christine is angry when Matt changes his mind about them moving into Hawthorn Cottage. Meanwhile, Norah begins making changes at the shop.
Matt is upset after being rejected by Alison. Meanwhile, Amos and Norah clash over who Wilf is working for.
Alison decides to leave the village and informs Henry. Meanwhile, Annie asks Henry to give Christine away if Robert doesn't turn up.
On Christine and Joe's wedding day, Robert lets Christine down. Henry gives her away instead. Afterwards, Christine is surprised to discover her mother had attended.
Annie worries that Christine is forcing Joe to go along with decisions he doesn't want to. Meanwhile, Alison's leaving party takes place at The Woolpack.
Henry and Matt say goodbye to Alison as she moves to Jersey. Meanwhile, Sgt. Marsden warns the Sugdens about a break-in in the area.
Norah causes controversy with Edward and Sam at the shop, whereas Amos begins to have suspicions about George.
The village fête gets underway and Sam strives to win the vegetable contest, but loses to Tom Raistrick. Meanwhile, Henry informs George that he is the full owner of the shop and George tells him that's he's accepted within the village now.
Edward is fuming at Wally upon discovering Wally has attempted to dissuade Fred into increasing the church budget. Meanwhile, Henry feels Norah is getting too big for her boots when she continues to make dramatic changes at the shop.
Liz is unhappy when Edward is forced to cancel their trip to Norfolk as Edward is too busy. Also, Christine feels out of place at the Sugdens dinner.
Robert goes to see Christine but she is fuming that he didn't go to her wedding. Meanwhile, Joe tries to solve Davey's problem.
Annie is unnerved to discover Christine is lying to Joe. Meanwhile, Norah plans a holiday with Norman.
Joe is annoyed to discover that he and Christine are beholden to Robert. Meanwhile, William Hatherwick offers his services to Norah and Henry.
Christine and Joe have a massive row, and Christine walks out on him. She later returns and informs him that their marriage isn't going to work. Meanwhile, Henry offers Liz a job at the shop.
Joe tears through the village and nearly runs Henry over in his landrover. However, Joe has no recollection of the incident. Meanwhile, Robert tries to put things right with Joe and Christine.
Henry is annoyed when Norah begins to take over his responsibilities. Meanwhile, Sam is concerned about Joe after hearing Joe say he doesn't care if Christine didn't return.
Sam is forced to tell Robert that Christine has gone missing. Meanwhile, Amos returns from holiday and is shocked to find the changes in The Woolpack.
Norah catches a thief, and is surprised to find the familiar face of Kathy Davis in her shop - but with no husband in sight.
Joe's suspicions are confirmed when he tracks down Christine's ex-boyfriend and finds them together. Meanwhile, Amos is unnerved with Norah's decision to sell soft drinks at the shop.
Norah spreads the word that a new headmaster will be joining the village. Meanwhile, Annie tries to help Joe and Norah tries to get the shop a liquor license.
Sam berates Joe for the village gossip, saying that he brings shame on the family. In turn, Annie berates Sam for making it public knowledge. Meanwhile, Henry is annoyed that Norah is continuing to make decisions without informing him, and the new headmaster arrives in the village.
Joe is upset when Christine breaks off their marriage and gives him back the ring. Meanwhile, Amos is annoyed when people keep using The Woolpack phone as the phone box is out of order.
James and Kathy strike up a friendship, while Annie tries to get Joe to tell Robert about Christine's whereabouts. Also, Amos is unhappy with the mural in The Woolpack.
Joe and Kathy bond over their unhappy marriages and Henry and Annie catch them kissing. Meanwhile, Robert tries to track down Christine.
Kathy tells Jim that her marriage to Kenny is over. Meanwhile, Henry sorts out a squabble between Sam, Norah and Amos.
Annie nearly discovers the true extent of Kathy and Joe's relationship. Meanwhile, James attempts to find alternate accomodation instead of Emmerdale Farm.
Annie tries to get Joe to see Christine but to no avail. Meanwhile, Kathy asks Henry about renting the shop flat.
Annie uncovers Joe's lies, whilst Jim forces the family home after hearing gossip.
Sam has a funny turn in the garden, while Annie remains suspicious about Kathy and Joe.
Kathy tells Jim that he can't control her, and Annie is unsettled when she arrives at Emmerdale Farm with a bag of clothes.
Norah announces her decision to add a post office to the shop. Meanwhile, Joe rejects Kathy after believing she was with James.
Christmas preparations get under way, but Kathy decides to move back to Hotten to the unhappiness of Jim.
The dinner party gets underway at Emmerdale Farm and the attendees try to keep Marian's return to the village secret from Henry. Also, Beattie reveals Annie is getting driving lessons.
The Woolpack is packed as the villagers celebrate the countdown to 1975. Henry gets a shock to discover Marian has returned.
1976
Amos and Henry await a visit from a surveyor after a huge crack is found in The Woolpack fireplace. Amos suggests that Wilf Padgett has a look at it. Sam takes an interest in his toolshed at Emmerdale Farm and refuses to budge for anyone. Kathy Gimbel is talking on the phone, and Amos eavesdrops. She knows this, and mocks him by telling him that she is going to her dad's sisters, and that he should get more details tonight when they come for a drink.
The surveyor says there is a suspected earth fault under the pub. Sam does little to settle their minds when he tells Henry that over 40 years ago there used to be a house owned by Derby Eccles which was located behind the pub that fell down one night, following the discovery of a crack. Amos says that if Henry hadn't had mentioned surveying he could have had Wilf Padgett come back and fill the crack in. Henry suggests moving the premises and having the license transferred but Amos is not pleased.
Scaffolding is erected outside The Woolpack in preparation for a survey of the foundations. Beattie rings Matt to say she's taking the twins to Bradford. Henry tries to convince Amos that they need to move premises. Amos will not agree to this as yet. Amos and Henry mention Alison Gibbons, and Amos says he is surprised Wilks never heard from her.
Walter reveals that there has been a train accident at the junction, and Annie receives a call from Ben that Beattie's car was struck by a train, killing her and the twins. Meanwhile, Amos and Henry find somewhere to move The Woolpack to.
A policeman informs Matt that Beattie and the twins are dead. Ben takes Beattie's death hard and Sam worries that the twins were sent away because of him.
Matt breaks down in tears in front of Beth. Henry attempts to comfort Annie and Matt. Joe expresses his annoyance to Rosemary that nobody came to Hawthorn Cottage to inform him of the accident and instead had to hear about it from Kathy. Amos continues to bury his head in the sand over The Woolpack, even after Sam had told Henry that over 40 years ago, a house behind the Woolpack collapsed due to subsidence. Amos is adamant that the current premises will be safe.
Mel looks over the old corn chandlers. It is derelict and needs some work but is a viable new premises for The Woolpack. Matt learns to live with his grief but has difficulty convincing everyone else that life must go on. Henry agrees to Mel that he will have a look at the old corn chandlers. Mel says that a family with the surname Mason used to live there in the 1920s.
The move from The Woolpack now seems certain though plans to achieve this are very uncertain. Amos is annoyed at Henry for letting Walter in a minute before opening. Henry says he has had a look at the old corn chandlers and says it is a possibility. He says to Amos that a bolt on the front door is loose. Amos says he has been in this pub for 18 years. Mr Wilks says they will have a party on the last night at the current pub before moving the the new one.
Martin thinks Rosemary has behaved badly and insists that she owes him an explanation for seeing other men behind his back. Martin wants to know where Rosemary was on the night that Annie did not know where she was. As Rosemary is putting her coat on to walk out, Martin stands in front of the door, blocking her way. He says he would always tell her if he was up to anything, not make up excuses. Mel calls round and Martin then leaves. At The Woolpack, Sam gives the history of the old chandlers, saying Qatar Hughes lived there, and how the place could be haunted. Henry tells Amos that to get planning permission on the former corn chandlers, they have to let them know by today. Mel comes round to the Woolpack to discuss the move.
Mr Openshaw visits Emmerdale Farm and wants to know about Matt's relationship with Beth. Mel informs Henry and Amos that planning permission for the old corn chandlers has been approved and The Woolpack license can be transferred. Amos still isn't keen. Mel informs Henry that he can put him in contact with a firm in Bradford who can convert the corn chandlers into a pub within a week. Amos prepares for a visit from his aunt, but is disappointed when she cancels.
For those at Emmerdale Farm and The Woolpack it's a time to make plans and decisions about the future. Henry and Amos pack up their belongings ready for the move. They visit the new premises as it is being decorated. Amos says he does not feel at home here, and that Henry is being very hasty about all this. Mel says the new pub should be ready for use tomorrow night. A party is held at The original Woolpack to celebrate their last night of service in the building. Amos reluctantly gives a speech, expressing his gratitude to the customers and welcoming them to the new premises as of tomorrow.
The big day arrives for Amos and Henry, but at Emmerdale Farm life gets back to normal. Henry says the cosiness in the new Woolpack is missing but Amos seems to start liking the new pub. They go to the old Woolpack to collect a few final things with Mel before handing in the keys to the estate agent. The old Woolpack is now closed forever. Matt and Beth have a talk and decide to end their relationship, as does Mel and Rosemary.
The arrival of a new policeman, PC Will Croft, makes a quick but unhappy impression on Beckindale, especially with Fred Farrar. Amos worries about the new village police officer, who has taken over from Fred Hallam, and how his clock is always right. Croft tells him his clock is slow. He catches Fred poaching in a country lane and asks for his details. Fred says he shot the bird on a common road. PC Croft books him.
Sam visits Will and tells him that two sheep have been killed at Emmerdale Farm by a dog resembling Will's own Alsatian. He tells Will that if he's keen to arrest Fred maybe he should think about his own animal as well. Joe shoots the dog causing the fatalities and learns it is not Will's dog. Will decides not to continue with his prosecution of Fred.
Will's wife, Julie seeks Rosemary's help but there are misgivings about going behind people's backs. Matt visits Ted Dean who says he has been booked by Croft for driving his tractor more than 6 miles a day without a license. Lena is running the shop, and comments on Fred Farrar being a poacher, she is a bit shocked but amused.
Will continues to follow the letter of the law, but Sam finds a way to alter the course of justice. Due to Sam thinking Will's police dog, Saxon, killed 2 sheep on Emmerdale Farm land 3 nights ago, Will wants to prove or disprove it. He takes Saxon to a sheep field, and Saxon does not attack any of the sheep. It turns out there is a second dog in the area, which Saxon chases, and Joe shoots the dog, thus vindicating Saxon. Will says he will pursue his case against Fred Farrar. Will also tells Joe that if the bullet he fired had hit Saxon, then he'd be in big trouble.
Fred decides to turn himself in, but Annie has her own plans. Fred feels ill and Annie allows him to stay at Emmerdale Farm. She calls Dr Clare Scott. P.C Croft visits the grave of a former Beckindale policeman, Arthur Audry.
The day of Fred's arrest arrives - and goes with a lesson for all including P.C Croft. P.C Croft has found out that Fred shot the pheasant on common land and when it fell out of the tree afterwards, it was anybody's to pick up. Fred wants to be arrested but Croft says he will not take the matter any further. Sam says they should make him feel welcome. Croft then goes to The Woolpack for a pint with the locals that night.
The Sugdens' dinner is interrupted when a car crashes into the wall at Emmerdale Farm. Joe, Matt and Annie go to assist. A lady who was driving is in a state of shock but appears not to be badly hurt. She is taken into Emmerdale Farm. Sam says the new bobby will find out what happens. It is late at night and they say they will examine the full damage of the car in the morning. The driver is taken to the attic conversion at Emmerdale and given a bed for the night.
Heather stays at the farm overnight and Annie calls for a doctor. Annie takes Heather Bannerman some breakfast. Heather's car is badly damaged, as is the wall, and Matt and Joe clear some of the rubble. Locum doctor Dr Evans calls, as Dr Scott is unavailable. Heather admits the car is not her's but her husband Steve Bannerman's.
Rosemary finally confesses to Annie why it is she must leave Emmerdale. Heather's husband, Steve, arrives at the farm.
Rosemary is confused - Heather Bannerman is a woman who seems to have everything yet is reluctant to return to her husband.
Rosemary is upset when she witnesses an argument between Steve and Heather in which he threatens to hit her. She tells a furious Annie who orders them out. Heather and Steve leave. Afterwards, Rosemary finds Heather's handbag and her shawl has been left behind. Annie is not happy at the prospect that she will have to return to collect them.
Heather returns to Emmerdale Farm to collect her handbag and apologises to Rosemary for her and Steve's behaviour. Martin is surprised by Rosemary's sudden decision about their future.
After more than two years, Jack Sugden returns to Emmerdale Farm but he is not the only visitor as Joe's wife, Christine, also pays a visit - letting herself into Hawthorn Cottage. Jack is surprised to find The Woolpack has relocated premises and is greeted by Annie, Amos and Henry.
Joe has doubts about Christine's intentions when he arrives to find her at Hawthorn Cottage. They have a big talk about their marriage. Jack receives a letter from his publishers. They want to know when he will tell them ideas on his next book.
Matt takes Rosemary for a drive through the village. They see Christine at the graves of Sally and Sam. Annie finds herself involved in Joe's decision about the future of his marriage. Christine tells her there is no hope for her and Joe. Jack meets Christine for the first time.
When a letter arrives from Rome, doubts grow concerning Jack's reason for returning to Emmerdale Farm. Jack reads the letter, then screws it up.
A misunderstanding puts more strain on the already shaky reunion between Joe and Christine. Rosemary plans to return to Middlesborough. Amos sees Nan cycling down past The Woolpack. Amos says that she is nursing her cousin Bella who has been ill for the past year.
Joe makes a decision concerning his marriage but he is not completely sure it is the right one and Christine decides to leave Beckindale for good, leaving Joe standing on the moors. Rosemary decides to leave Beckindale and return to her mother. She shares a kiss with Joe before leaving.
Christine has left, but for Joe problems are far from over. He talks his anger out on Matt. Tad is struggling to cope with his dying wife Bella. Jack visits, Tad when Nan comes downstairs to have a word in private with Tad. Bella has taken a turn for the worse and has to go to hospital. Amos and Henry are having lunch in The Woolpack when Amos suggests that Tad is having an affair with Nan while Bella is dying. Henry is very annoyed, as his late wife Margaret needed a carer when she was dying. Henry says he would have swung for anyone who suggested the things Amos had bene hinting at. He storms out round to Emmerdale where he is actually a bit sorry that he had a go at Amos.
So far, Jack's return home has not turned out as he hoped, but the situation is about to change. Nan delivers some sad news to Tad about Bella.
At Emmerdale Farm, the family's troubles continue, but they seem to have brought a new understanding between Annie's two sons.
Joe is determined to resolve problems concerning his marriage but Christine's father threatens to complicate matters.
Christine's father means to find Joe but the meeting at Hawthorn Cottage is not as he expects.
Jack says he is leaving again tomorrow, so gets ready to say goodbye again, but not before putting several matters right. A disgruntled Robert tries to track down Joe. Jack tells Robert to not have it out with Joe during his evening here at The Woolpack. He asks him to save it for tomorrow so that they can have an enjoyable night. Jack tells Amos that he likes the new Woolpack premises and that it is better than the old Woolpack. Amos says that he is taking to this place as well and that it has developed a good atmosphere. He thanks Jack for his kind words. The following morning, Jack gets into a taxi and leaves for the airport. The others all wave him off. As Jack leaves, Robert pulls up in his car.
Annie and Joe are stunned by Robert's proposed settlement for his daughter's divorce. Robert says that Christine is entitled to half of Joe's share in Emmerdale Farm. Robert gives Joe the name of his lawyer. When Henry is told, he is also worried about his share in Emmerdale. Henry knows that Robert's lawyer is known to cut corners. Henry plans to travel to Bradford to do legal research. Henry confronts Robert and says he will do whatever it takes to protect his investment in Emmerdale.
Robert gets more than he bargained for when Henry offers to help Annie. Henry comes back from Bradford having done legal research. He tells Robert that if his daughter Christine is entitled to half of Joe's share in Emmerdale Farm, then Joe is also entitled to half of Christine's share in Robert's dairy farm, and her share is quite a lot. As Christine is more well off than Joe, Henry says that Joe can sue for maintenance on Christine's share. Henry suggests no claims on either side be made. Robert agrees to the deal, and while he is not pleased that his plan has backfired, he then quietly leaves the pub, and Joe is finally free from the Sharp's forever. Amos decides to sell the old Woolpack, while Henry agrees to use the old airing cupboard as a new toilet room.
1980
It's winter at Emmerdale Farm, and Annie Sugden finds herself thinking back to last summer. It was a busy time, with new land to work, and prospects looked bright. But there was a shock in store for all of them - especially Matt Skilbeck.
1983
Matt and Dolly discover the strains of parenthood.
1975
Marian catches up with happenings in Beckindale, and finds herself the subject of speculation.
1979
Matt finds a mysterious van on the farm, but is informed that no sheep have been stolen. Meanwhile, the eviction problem with Nellie is solved.
1981
Annie Sugden is troubled by long-awaited news - and it's up to Sam Pearson to reassure her.
When Judy Westrop hears of the problems at Emmerdale she offers Annie her help, but Sam Pearson wants nothing to do with Judy - nothing at all.
Matt worries that history with Peggy is repeating itself with Dolly when the doctor wants to keep Dolly in hospital longer. Meanwhile, Enid surprises Amos.
Enid is suspected of owning the fox as a pet, whilst Amos gets a shock to find a monkey on his table - also belonging to Enid. Meanwhile, Judy feels uncomfortable around Bob and wishes people would just be straight with her.
Henry makes Sam see sense over Judy, whilst Enid attacks Mick.
Enid declares war on Mick, but is left fuming when she is advised not to take legs action against him. Meanwhile, Amos and Henry discover Mick had caused their infestation problem.
Richard arrives to take over Maurice's role and causes problems with Jesse. Meanwhile, Matt continues to fret about Dolly.
Matt is concerned when Bill tells him that he's had a sheep killed by a dog identical to Snip. Meanwhile, Richard pushes Jesse one step too far, and Jesse decides to hand in his resignation.
The Sugdens are left worried when the doctor reveals that Dolly has taken a turn and needs an immediate operation. Meanwhile, Richard is furious when he is confronted by Henry over the pine forest and has a word with Jesse, who hands in his resignation.
Matt is relieved that Dolly is making a recovery, but is upset to discover she has miscarried. Meanwhile, Judy gives Joe the cold shoulder but the pair reconcile when Joe explains why he didn't turn up.
Bill confronts Matt over Snip attacking another one of his lambs, and Matt decides to put him down. However, Joe discovers that Snip has been sleeping in Mick's barn and stopped another dog going for Dave's lambs - will he stop Matt in time? Meanwhile, Judy tries to give Richard some advice but Richard throws her out.
Annie is thrilled to discover Jack will be returning soon. Ruth convinces Jesse to ask for his job back. Henry causes Amos to give in and quit his diet.
The family are thrilled when Jack returns but it's clear there's something borrowing him. Meanwhile, Jane is concerned about how Danny has been after losing his job.
Danny is thrilled when Richard reveals he can get him a job - but not so much when it's in Derbyshire. Meanwhile, Jack reveals that he is sick of writing and has lost interest.
Jane is furious to discover Danny has kept Richard's job offer secret, however she remind him that if he takes it, he'll be on his own. Also, Jack decides on a career change.
Danny heavily considers Richard's job offer, whilst Jack finally decides to give up writing.
Danny decides to leave Beckindale for Derbyshire, whilst Jack decides to leave Italy for Beckindale. Meanwhile, Joe is suspicious of Jack's intentions.
Alan tries to convince the Sugdens that Jack won't adjust well to farm life. Meanwhile, Annie's words strike a cord with Jane, who sees Danny off for his job interview.
Ed decides to give up his business in America to take over his father's farm. Meanwhile, Amos hears noises and begins to believe The Woolpack is haunted.
Amos has a fall whilst using his chest expander, whilst Joe receives a phone call from America.
Judy freaks Amos out over the mysterious noises, whilst Jack has a word with Esmeralda on Harold's behalf. Also, Joe goes to America.
Joe has an important decision to make, but he still wants to know what Annie thinks.
Amos decides to do something about the strange noises in The Woolpack, but perhaps the remedy is worse than the disease.
Esmarelda has been avoiding Jack since he criticised her book, but Jack is determined to make her face reality.
There is great activity at Emmerdale Farm as the Sugdens wait for Matt to bring Dolly home from hospital.
Amos finds his premonitions are justified when a very unwelcome letter arrives. Meanwhile, Henry suspects wild birds are being poisoned in Beckindale.
Tempers in The Woolpack run high when Henry confronts Enoch with the facts about Beckindale's spate of bird poisoning.
Dolly has become very subdued since her return to Emmerdale Farm and Amos is prepared to go to extraordinary lengths to cheer her up.
When Amos sets out for Hotten, on his crusade agianst bureaucracy, he gets more than he bargained for!
Enoch returns to Emmerdale Farm in search of advice, but Annie decides it's time he was told a few home truths.
When Donald returns to Beckindale after a long absence, Annie senses a change in him. Meanwhile, Dolly has to make a decision about her playschool job.
Sam arrives back from Ireland with an unusual souvenir - one that seems destined to cause disruption at Emmerdale Farm.
Amos wants to stage a Son et Lumiere in the Parish Church, but when Henry approaches Hinton about it but he's far from happy with his response. Matt is summoned by Harry who wants help. The Bishop visits Hinton. Hinton says he seems to think he is treated as a social worker as well as a vicar.
Sam's prize fish continues to cause disruption at Emmerdale Farm. Meanwhile, Donald pays an overdue visit to an old parishioner - and gets more than he bargained for.
Maurice wants his daughter to go with him when he leaves Beckindale, but Judy has other ideas. Meanwhile, a disagreement with Donald has fatal consequences for Harry. Harry worries about how his dog Sparky will cope if he dies. Harry says that he was once married, and his wife killed herself over 30 years ago. Harry wants communion. He and Hinton argue, and Harry asks him to leave.
Donald is shocked and consumed by guilt after discovering Harry has died. Meanwhile, Maurice tries to get Judy to go to Wales with him.
Amos is sure Sam and Seth are up to something - and he's right. They've come to The Woolpack to make him an offer he can't refuse. Meanwhile, Jack tries to figure out the milk quotas, and Dolly finds herself looking after an orphaned lamb.
Amos does nothing by halves, and his newly acquired allotment is already causing disruption at The Woolpack. Elsewhere, Maurice isn't happy with Seth's secretive answers about the game stock, and Jack goes to visit the Longthorns for advice.
Clifford Longthorn and his son Andy have fallen out over Andy not wishing to remain on the farm after school, and when Jack takes Andy's side he gets some hard words from Clifford. Elsewhere, Amos continues to work hard on the allotment, and Dolly worries about Annie's health.
Amos finds gardening hard going, much to Sam's and Seth's amusement, but when they visit his allotment they're in for a shock. Meanwhile, the tensions continue to rise between the Longthorns, as Carol attempts to make her voice heard.
Clifford sustains an injury on the farm and is left eating his words when Carol proves to be his knight in shining armour. Meanwhile, Sam challenges Seth to a fishing competition to settle whose the better fisher.
Sam and Seth set off to see who's the better fisherman, but the afternoon doesn't turn out quite as they expect.
A new couple arrives in Beckindale as Emmerdale Farm prepares for the Connleton Show. Meanwhile, Amos hatches some elaborate plans - and they look like involving the whole village!
Alan has put Sam's nose well and truly out of joint; is Amos more likely to see eye to eye with Alan and his wife?
Dolly is trying to make some changes at the farm, in spite of stern opposition from Sam. Meanwhile, a problem for Matt becomes a way of making new friends.
Why is Alan so unwilling to go to the livestock sale? Rachel enlists Sam's help in boosting her husband's confidence.
Alan's commitment to his new life is still in doubt - but a visit to Emmerdale Farm makes him see things in a new light.
As Beckindale prepares for Amos' Grand Charity Auction, Amos himself begins to have doubts about how things will turn out.
Everything is peaceful in Beckindale as the village gathers for the Sunday Service. However, Amos' tranquility is disturbed by the arrival of a stranger. This stranger asks the postman about the murder of Sharon Crossthwaite a few years back, in woodland outside the village.
With Joe in America, Jack is coping well with work at Emmerdale Farm. But Matt senses that there are other things on his mind, especially as Jack has kept a painting drawn by Jackie 8 years ago. Matt tells Dolly about Jack's past relationship with Jackie's mother Pat Merrick, and how she married Tom despite the fact he was troublesome.
Paul has been stirring up some unpleasant facts about Beckindale's past and Donald is anxious about how some villagers will react.
Amos's plans to surprise Henry look like backfiring on him at every stage. Meanwhile, Paul has some surprises of his own to spring on Annie. Jack and Pat meet for the first time in 8 years. However Paul listens in on their conversation.
Sam is not happy to discover Pat has returned to the village, but is relieved when Matt tells him it's just to visit a relative. Meanwhile, Amos throws Henry a surprise party - and actually manages to keep it secret.
It's Sunday in Beckindale, but Jack finds he has a score to settle before he can rest and he's not the only man in the village nursing a grievance. Jack is annoyed that Paul has published libellous gossip about him in the papers, hinting that Jack is trying to split up his former lover's marriage, and that Jack was incestuous with Sharon. Jack says that Sharon was not immediate family, she was a distant cousin about 10 times removed. Jack pushes Paul into the pond, saying he is scum and belongs in the pond.
Beckindale's eerie Bogle Bog is definitely not the place to be stranded in the dead of night - but that's exactly where Amos finds himself! And a customer at The Woolpack claims to come from a very long way away.
Everyone in Beckindale looks forward to the annual cricket match against Robblesfield; but this year it brings unexpected problems for Seth and Sam.
Amos has a theory about the motorcyclist camped at the farm museum but Henry finds out what he's really up to.
The problems of the Butterworth Ball match look insoluble until Sam comes up with an answer. Meanwhile, there's a surprise in store for Matt.
Preparations for the Horticultural Show are underway - Sam and Seth are competitors in the marrow class, but they have an unexpected rival.
Beckindale and Robblesfield line up their teams for the big match but will Sam's plans bring victory for his team?
When Joe returned from America he was full of new plans for Emmerdale Farm but the others don't see eye to eye with his new idea
With the evenings getting longer, Annie thinks of a quiet hobby for Sam; but he seems determined to let it disrupt the whole village!
Joe is still undecided about his future, but talking to the others may not be as helpful as he thought.
Sam continues to demonstrate his artistic talents to the village - but at least one person in Beckindale isn't so easily impressed.
Who has been trespassing at Hathersage Farm? Sam solves the mystery - but creates other problems into the bargain.
Richard won't wait any longer for Joe to reach a decision and Annie senses what that decision will be.
Joe is settling in to his new job with NY Estates but there is tension among the workers at Ridge Farm. John has money worries, and gets slightly drunk in The Woolpack. He comes back from work half an hour late and almost causes an accident on a tractor. Joe sends John home
Amos's strange behaviour causes Henry some concern and he's in for a shock when Seth investigates! Seth spies on Amos that night and sees him meet a woman in a car. Seth is amazed.
Jack's friendship with Pat continues; but he still doesn't see eye to eye with Jackie and Sandie.
Joe's plans for the beef herd are fiercely opposed at Ridge Farm - and John takes advantage of the unrest.
Richard decides to take the law into his own hands; will he be able to avoid a confrontation with his men?
When Jack takes Pat and the children out for the day, he has a surprise in store for them.
Amos's mystery ladyfriend has set all the villagers talking. Henry finally gets to the bottom of his secret.
A meeting in The Woolpack brings disappointment for Seth - and another problem for Joe.
Henry is expecting a visit from his cousin - and Amos is far from pleased.
Seth's preparations for the Allotments Ball are underway and he seems determined to set the whole village to work.
Joe is only obeying orders by taking out the hedge at Ridge Farm, but how will Jack react to the news?
Someone has been spreading rumours about Joe and his new neighbour - and Annie has an idea who's responsible.
When there's an argument in the family, it's up to Annie to smooth things over. Meanwhile, Amos has more family troubles of his own.
The villagers are getting ready for the Allotments Bonfire and Dance - but there's more trouble in store for Joe when a friend of Angie's gatecrashes the event and pulls them apart on the dancefloor. The two are soon scrapping on the floor leading to more shame for Annie. Seth tries to persuade his wife Meg to give her savings to him for safe keeping - she is not fooled.
The villagers are in for a shock when Tom makes a sudden return, especially for the Merricks when Tom turns up at their caravan uninvited. Meanwhile, Padraic tells Donald that he wants him to take over his job on the Hotten Council of Churches.
Tom tries to reconcile with Pat but Pat makes clear he is not wanted. Meanwhile, Amos is rightfully suspicious of a customer. Later, Joe discovers some trees have been stolen overnight.
An unexpected visitor arrives at The Woolpack - and threatens to undermine Amos's professional dignity. Tom makes an effort to apologise to Pat for his outburst the other night, but they soon fall out when he insults her over her relationship with Jack.
Amos is not a man to be daunted by humiliation - but even Henry is surprised by the way he bounces back.
Tom and Derek arrange another theft of the Home Farm Christmas tree plantation, but things go disastrously wrong when they end up running Joe over in their effort to drive away.
Christmas in Beckindale - and as Dolly's Nativity play gets underway, Amos prepares his surprise for The Woolpack. Joe has a sprained shoulder and bruises following the robbery. Sandie passes the news on to him that she believes Tom was responsible.
When Alan brings a lady friend back to Home Farm, he sparks off another battle with Joe.
Sandie tells Andy what's on her mind - and Andy isn't happy when he hears what's wrong
There's a surprise in store for Jackie when Donald leaves him in charge of the vicarage.
Sandie tells Annie her problems - but can Sandie face her mother with the news?
Amos still thinks he's on a higher plane, but Seth's constant jibing comes close to bringing him down to earth again.
Pat's nightmare becomes a reality when Sandie admits she's pregnant, and she refuses to have an abortion. Meanwhile, Donald confronts Barbara over the time she's spending with Joe and manages to upset her.
Clifford is incensed when he discovers Jackie has beaten up Andy, but he is kept in the dark as to why. Meanwhile, Henry is at the end of his tether with Amos, and Amos is thrown when Henry explodes.
Sandie gets an idea when she has a discussion with Dolly about illegitimately having Graham, whilst Jackie decides to move into Emmerdale Farm. Seth's problem of affording glasses is solved when Walter accidentally breaks them.
Andy proposes to Sandie but she rejects, and impresses Jack when she stands up for herself in front of everyone. She decides to move in with Tom in Aberdeen. Meanwhile, Sam wins a cruise to the Canary Islands for him and Annie.
Pat and Jack have Jackie at the farm at last. But how will Jackie settle in?
Henry ends up forcing Alan's hand into getting Primrose Dingle sorted, unaware of the trouble it's about to cause. Meanwhile, Amos nurses a hangover whilst Jackie takes interest in a butter churner.
Pat is furious when Jack is late home and locks him out when she learns he's out with Barbara. Meanwhile, Amos mistakes a businessman for Eric Birdwick.
Jack and Pat have a blazing row, and Jack takes his anger out on Jackie. Meanwhile, Alan continues to anger the NY Estates employees whilst Amos's desperation annoys Henry.
Barbara explodes when Donald interferes in her marriage with Brian. Meanwhile, the NY Estates workers are unhappy with Alan's demands.
Jackie gets into hot water at Emmerdale Farm when he does Seth a favour. Matt and Dolly have trouble with baby Sam. Alan catches Jackie taking some chicken wire so Jackie dumps it and runs. Alan calls all his workforce into the office.
Pat struggles to hide her jealousy over Barbara. Brian phones the Vicarage over Barbara withdrawing money from the account. Amos stops Walter eating the nuts. He has a go at Henry for taking his tie off and snaps at Walter for eating the nuts again.
John, Jock and Daniel are infuriated to learn they are being suspended - and Joe goes on the warpath. Meanwhile, Amos is pleased when Alan takes a liking to him.
Seth spots a suspicious truck drive through Main Street, but is unaware what the truck is really being used for. Meanwhile, Dolly is in two minds about getting Samuel immunised.
Dolly informs Matt that she's booked an appointment with paediatrician Dr Conway tomorrow about Samuel's vaccines. Alan introduces Amos to Tufty Billingham and The Major.
The sheep rustlers have struck again. Donald worries to Barbara that Alan only hired her because she is pretty. Sgt. MacArthur warns Jack not to put the law into his own hands.
Jack finally catches the rustlers and goes for them with his shotgun, but when the rustler begins attacking Jack, Jack takes drastic action and hits the rustler over the head with a rock, leaving him unconscious. Meanwhile, Amos becomes suspicious over Joe and Barbara and suspects there may be something between them.
Jack is relieved to learn the rustler will make a full recovery and is in the clear. The rest of the villagers are thrilled to learn the rustlers have been charged, however Barbara is furious to learn Brian is coming to Beckindale.
Barbara is still angry that Donald has interfered, but Donald makes her realise she has to talk to Brian at some point. Pat has brought a lamb in to show Samuel but it has pooed on the carpet.
Barbara's husband Brian is in Beckindale - and Donald is sure it's not too late to save their marriage.
Is Joe seeing too much of Barbara? Sam thinks he might be.
Donald is horrified to discover his daughter had an affair five years ago, whilst Alan's attempts at taking shortcuts lead to disaster when the driver is threatened with prosecution.
Barbara is upset when Brian confirms their marriage is over but finds herself in Joe's arms. Meanwhile, Jessie returns for Samuel's christening, whilst Alan blames Joe for the cattle situation.
Samuel is christened and all goes well, except for Amos. Meanwhile, Donald and Annie are infuriated to hear about Joe and Barbara's relationship so soon after the breakdown of Barbara's marriage.
Seth is horrified when Meg threatens to leave him if he doesn't quit drinking, and Seth is annoyed that her thoughts come from Donald. Meanwhile, Joe vents to Barbara about Alan's inability to own up to his mistakes.
Donald offers Seth guidance over his matrimonial problems - but Seth doesn't take the advice very easily! Seth is spending all his time at The Woolpack. Meg goes to the Woolpack to tell Seth to come home. He refuses. She says she will lock him out. He says he has a key but she says she will bolt the doors.
Barbara has two unexpected visitors at the vicarage. Seth has been sleeping in the Home Farm tack room since Meg locked him out. Joe sees a man letting his dog run loose on Emmerdale Farm land when there are lambs in the nearby field. Joe tells the man off until he realises it is Edward Ruskin, the old village vicar. Joe is pleased. Ruskin is standing in for Hinton while he is away. Seth bangs on the door of his house, demanding Meg answers the door. The neighbours are watching.
Henry thinks he's solved the space problem at The Woolpack - but Amos is none too pleased.
Seth is still locked out of his house - and he'll try anything to get back in again.
Donald returns home earlier than expected after his trip away. How has his daughter Barbara behaved in his absence?
Pat hears some disturbing news from Scotland about her daughter Sandie.
The goat at Emmerdale Farm is proving more than difficult to cope with - but Sam hits on a solution.
The Sugdens have an enjoyable day at the races, and on their return Pat makes a surprising decision.
It's time for Joe to think seriously about his relationship with Barbara.
It's the day of the dog race from The Woolpack to Emmerdale Farm - and Seth thinks he's backed the winner.
The Managing Director of NY Estates arrives at Home Farm. Does this mean trouble for Joe?
Pat is taking an interest in the outdoor work at Emmerdale Farm - and giving a Jack some headaches into the bargain!
The Managing Director finishes his investigations at Home Farm and has some disturbing news for Alan and Joe.
Barbara has been in touch with her husband while Donald thinks there may be a chance to save the marriage.
There's land for sale in Beckindale - and both Emmerdale Farm and NY Estates have good reasons for wanting to buy it.
It's the day of 'Hotten Show' and decision time for Joe and Barbara. What will the future hold for them?
As the Sugden family say goodbye to Joe, a storm is brewing at NY Estates. How will it affect the village?
Pat is not so pleased when Jackie gets a surprise visitor.
Featuring early appearance by Beverley Callard.
Annie is concerned about Jackie's behaviour, but she is more upset by worries of a different kind.
Will Beckindale win the best kept village competition? Amos is confident, but Seth has other ideas.
There's some disturbing news for the Sugden family when Annie visits the doctor.
Is Alan taking advantage of Matt? Dolly thinks he might be.
Jackie is in trouble with the law again. Will Jack stand by him?
Harvesting at Emmerdale Farm goes ahead at last, but with help from an unexpected quarter.
When Jackie takes his driving test, there's more at stake than a licence.
Battle lines are drawn at the Horticultural Show. Seth, Amos and Sam are all determined to win the trophy.
When Annie returns to Emmerdale Farm, her welcome is not quite what she expected.
Jackie has decided to get a motorbike, and Pat is determined to stop him.
Why is Amos so keen to get Henry to his Uncle's funeral?
Amos and Henry attend his uncle's funeral.
Alan is delighted with his new secretary , but can he distinguish between business and pleasure?
The Brearlys have gathered for the reading of the will, and Amos' great expectations are about to be fulfilled.
Donald thought it such a simple idea to organise a Christmas concert...
Matt has some words with Harry and Dolly is infuriated with how he gets his revenge. Meanwhile, Jackie, Archie and Mike plan to earn some cash making dodgy deals.
There's trouble in store for Emmerdale Farm when Matt takes the law into his own hands.
Annie tells Pat a few home truths about Jack.
It's Samuel's first birthday. Matt wonders if he's stolen Harry's dog for the wrong reasons - out of spite rather than concern for the dog. Jackie secretly ditches work with Mike and Archie to do a job of shifting stones for Harry. Jackie annoys Harry and receives a slap.
Dolly and Pat get the costumes ready for the play. Alan continues to struggle with the computer. Seth jokingly mistakes the computer monitor for a television screen.
Henry receives permission to make the shop into a post office. Marian informs Henry that she's only back for a flying visit.
Sam is sad to learn Wally might die in hospital. Meanwhile, Annie receives a letter from Jean. Also, Jim makes clear that he holds James responsible for the breakdown of Kathy and Kenny's marriage.
Sam goes to visit Wally and finds he is in a bad way. Meanwhile, Henry is flustered when an accountant and a bank manager pay him a visit.
Jim goes on the warpath to try and find James, whilst Marian finds herself unable to defend Henry when Norah tells her Henry spends too much time on business and not enough on people.
Sam is emotional after discovering Wally had died and is infuriated to discover Annie has been receiving letters from Jean. Meanwhile, Amos is concerned about Henry and wonders if he's in a financial crisis.
The Sugdens have a problem with Jim when their sheep escape into his field, and Jim impounds them. Meanwhile, Annie goes behind Sam's back and tries to see if Liz can help Jean.
Liz informs Annie that Jean is ill and Rosemary has been looking after her. When Annie sends Jean money, Sam believes she has been taken for a fool. However, Annie later gets a phone call from Rosemary informing Annie that Jean has collapsed.
Freda, caught in the middle of the feud between Jim and the Sugdens, apologises to Annie and extends an olive branch. Meanwhile, Amos's lie pushes Norah over the edge and she quits her job.
Wally's funeral is held, and the Sugdens accompany Sam to the funeral. Meanwhile, following Norah quitting her job, Amos is forced to run the shop.
Matt purchases a car from Ben. Meanwhile, Amos panics when he sees Norah, and she later accuses him of spying on her.
Joe gets a letter from Christine's solicitor regarding their divorce settlement. Meanwhile, Henry passes through the village and gets his ears bent about future plans by Amos and Norah.
Norah has had enough and leaves the village once in for all, giving Lena the key for the shop. Henry gets a shock when he returns to also get a frosty reception from Amos and Joe.
Rosemary arrives to stay with the Sugdens as Jean is admitted to hospital. Meanwhile, Tom advises Joe to get a solicitor about divorcing Christine.
Rosemary hasn't slept all night, worried for Jean Kendall, and later slips out of the house. Meanwhile, Sam rounds up the villagers to elect a new church warden, and Annie is suspicious after seeing Tom and Joe talking in private.
Matt and Joe find Rosemary Kendall in the Emmerdale Farm fields, and Rosemary opens up to Annie about her late father. Meanwhile, Sam is appalled to discover there may be no replacement church warden, while Henry prepares to add a post office to the shop.
Sam becomes over-protective of Rosemary; he orders her home when he sees her with Amos, and expresses his disapproval when James invites her to a concert in Leeds. Meanwhile, Henry holds Amos responsible for Norah quitting her job.
Henry snaps and gives Amos a piece of his mind. He tells Amos and Joe that he will hold them accountable for their actions. Meanwhile, Sam is desperate on seeing James out, making Rosemary feel guilty.
Sam is determined to ensure Rosemary and James aren't left alone together. Meanwhile, Henry and Amos consider new changes for The Woolpack.
Lena discovers George and Yates have disappeared from the village, whilst Sam continues to try break Rosemary and James's friendship.
The Sugdens celebrate Rosemary's birthday, whilst Henry, Matt and Joe discover cracks in The Mill, leaving it unsafe.
Kathy returns to the village and meets with James. Meanwhile, Joe upsets Rosemary by telling her that she will raise a calf and sell it for beef.
Rosemary begins to learn the meaning of farm life; Kathy Gimbel makes a surprise visit.
Sam hints that there is something between Kathy and James. Annie is annoyed at Sam gossiping and decides to put him straight on the matter. She says James gave Kathy a lift them dropped her off at Holly Farm where Kathy stayed for the rest of the night. Annie then goes to visit Freda.
Annie becomes concerned at Sam's determination to be elected Church Warden.
Rosemary takes a decision about visiting her mother. Amos makes up his own mind about Henry.
Rosemary talks about her parents, and Reverend Ruskin visits Annie. Henry gets The Mill surveyed by Grant. They are being watched by Sam who is curious as to why Henry is interested in the old mill. Annie invites Jim and Kathy round for tea. The village wonders whether Henry is interested in Miffield Hall. Emmerdale Farm has a leaky window in the attic. Sam blames former villager Dryden Hogben for not doing it right before he left the village last year.
Rosemary plans a surprise - but there's an embarrassing outcome. Jim cuts his hand and Joe tends to it. Amos realises he may have badly misjudged Henry's intentions over Miffield Hall.
Rosemary learns more about her mother. George has put his land up for sale. Reverend Ruskin asks to speak to Sam. Sam's hopes about being elected churchwarden are dashed when Edward asks him who he thinks would be best elected as churchwarden, someone who is younger. Sam is disappointed at not being elected.
Rosemary makes an apology. Rumour gets round that James is installing a bathroom into the cottage he rents. James says he has actually bought the cottage so will be staying in Beckindale. The election for the People's Warden is held. Reverend Ruskin has some news of his own. He is being transferred to another parish in the area. He says he will keep in touch with Beckindale residents. Sam has been nominated as churchwarden but turns the vote down. It is between Annie and Cyril Bush. Cyril withdraws, so Annie is elected as the new churchwarden. Ruskin then declares the meeting closed.
It's lambing time, but with Annie now elected Church Warden there is a shortage of hands at Emmerdale Farm. While Annie's gone down to the village to talk to the vicar she's left Rosemary in charge of dinner. Sam's not impressed at first when she's making baked ham instead of boiled.
Matt wants to go search for Annie, but Henry offers to go instead. Rosemary's baked ham is a great success, even with Sam. While looking for Annie Henry twists his ankle opening a gate. Kathy comes to The Woolpack to get some sherry. She wants to make a trifle for her father's birthday. She talks to Amos about Reverend Ruskin leaving, and Amos suddenly realizes that Liz will be leaving too, and wonders if Henry has thought about the consequences for the shop.
Rosemary thinks a relationship is developing between Joe and Kathy. Ernie Shuttleworth, the landlord of The Malt Shovel, the village's rival pub appears at The Woolpack. Ernie says a few racy things about women and suggests that The Woolpack has a jukebox.
Annie tells Henry the reason for her mysterious visit to Hotten.
Annie finds herself becoming involved in the quarrels of Holly Farm. Jim is suspicious of Kathy and Joe.
Joe finds his helping hand unwelcome and Rosemary complicates matters by drinking with Martin. Jim comes into The Woolpack and sees Martin with Rosemary. Jim demands that Martin comes home now. Martin refuses. Jim says he need not come home at all then. Jim gives Martin some money, saying he wont have it be said that he turfed him out to starve. Jim then leaves.
Martin stays the night at Emmerdale Farm. Annie is becoming worried about Rosemary's future, and finds she is unwittingly likely to renew the friction between the Gimbels and the Sugdens. Matt helps Edward and Liz as they prepare to leave the village.
Annie has a serious talk to Martin and has doubts about her election as Church Warden. Edward gives Jim a talking to over his attitude to his family. Jim says how he does not like being told how to run a farm by his own son when Edward says you should listen to young people as they have a say in the world they are going to live in. Edward makes his final sermon in church.
Summer is now almost over at Emmerdale Farm, Annie tries to ease growing family concern about Rosemary's pending departure.
Rosemary's mother accepts Annie's offer to convalesce at Emmerdale Farm but there are unexpected consequences.
Rosemary gets a surprise when Sam puts right a long-standing family feud but her mother has other ideas.
Sam is sure Rosemary is going to leave the farm but he is not sure with whom.
Martin's surprising offer to help Rosemary stay in Beckindale seems to please no-one, especially Sam.
Rosemary's mother is set on leaving Emmerdale Farm soon but that is before Annie has her way.
Annie helps Rosemary realise that her treatment of Martin might not be what she intends.
Rosemary learns that Freda's invitation to Sunday tea is more than it seems.
Annie has doubts about Joe's holiday and Kathy gets ideas of her own.
For Joe and Kathy, the Seed Cut festivity brings back memories which decide their plans for a holiday.
It is two years since Jack's departure but Joe still feels he lives in his older brother's shadow.
For Joe and Annie - The Annual Beckindale Picnic does not hold out much promise.
Two strangers arrive in Beckindale. For reasons of their own, both want to reach Emmerdale Farm. Madge Semple's arrival shocks Sam.
Madge continues to make her presence felt at Emmerdale Farm. Hilda's aghast to discover her sister-in-law has shown her face in Beckindale again. Sam finds himself in a predicament when his dislike for Madge is tempered by her flattery. When Madge is out collecting some cabbages, Sam says she was married to Frank Semple 30 years ago but she left him for a Londoner who was only in the village for 2 days. Sam says Frank went to London to find her but was unsuccessful, and upon his return to Beckindale, he shut himself away, and later died. Hilda wants Madge thrown out of The Woolpack, but Henry and Amos refuse.
There are doubts concerning Bob Matthews plans for the church, but for Sam there can only be one decision.
Annie has a difficult decision to make when Sam gives his ultimatum to the Parish Council.
Sam's resolution is put to a further test as one by one his 'friends' desert him and he finds himself alone.
Madge says she has been contacted by the housing officers in London, telling her they have a new flat for her. She says she will be returning to London tomorrow so will not be a nuisance to Beckindale any more. Madge opens up to Annie about how she ran off with a man, Mickey, when she left Frank. Madge says Frank and his family went to London to look for her so they could duff her and Mickey up, but Mickey had some mates as well. Madge says things did not work out shortly after they had arrived in London, and Mickey left her, and she gave up on men after that. Meanwhile, Beckindale awaits Sam's decision - the future of their traditional Harvest Supper hangs in the balance. Madge attends The Harvest Supper that night. She makes peace with Hilda and says to her that she is going back to London in the morning. Madge enjoys her last night in Beckindale and dances on the stage. Everyone has fun at the Supper.
Henry reveals his Christmas plans but they get an unexpected reception at Emmerdale Farm. Matt bumps into an old friend, Sarah Foster, when they both discover a sheep lying in the middle of a country road. Local artist P.B. returns to The Woolpack to do some more painting.
Rosemary has her own reasons for not wanting to go home for Christmas. Annie berates Sam for having too many opinions and Matt becomes closer to married Sarah.
There is concern over Matt's interest in Sarah but it doesn't seem to bother him. P.B. adds some touches to The Woolpack mural. Sarah shows interest in renting stables at Hawthorn Cottage.
It looks like disappointment all round for everyone but Amos and The Woolpack come up with a festive surprise when Amos dresses up as Father Christmas and presents Henry with the gift of a new pub sign.
Sarah has doubts concerning the stables at Hawthorn Cottage - but only Matt knows why. Kathy is suspicious when she sees Joe and Rosemary together.
Sarah's decision about the stables surprises everyone except Annie and she tells Matt that she is returning to her husband. She then says to Amos that she is leaving tomorrow. It transpires that she is not married at all, and she just said she was. Meanwhile, the New Year Celebrations are about to take place in The Woolpack. Sarah has dropped the idea of renting the stables. Sarah and Matt have a talk and decide to call things off. Matt says to Sarah she can come back to Beckindale any times and Sarah says she may just take him up on that offer.
Donald gets an earful from Florrie and Len following his sermon - and both Donald and Florrie are shocked when Len quits her job on her behalf! Meanwhile, Trevor's replacement Maurice arrives.
It's Christmas in Beckindale and the villagers celebrate. Donald's words affect Florrie, who invites her overbearing mother over, to Len's annoyance.
Florrie returns to working for Donald but this angers Len, and Donald is shocked to discover Len has been made redundant. Meanwhile, Jessie's stay in Beckindale ends abruptly when she is taken ill.
Henry gives Maurice a piece of his mind, and Len is determined to give Donald a piece of his mind. Meanwhile, Jessie is desperate to return home but a visit from the doctor stops her in her path.
Jessie returns to Darlington but Dolly is horrified to be informed that Jessie is in hospital after collapsing. Meanwhile, Amos receives grief from Sam about his wrote up of the pantomime.
Jessie's collapse is revealed to have been caused by heart problems, whilst Len struggles to find work as Florrie struggles to occupy her free time.
NY Estates foreman Neil causes controversy among the villagers when they catch him speeding across the village. Meanwhile, Dolly blames herself over Jessie's condition and worries who will look after her.
Neil continues to cause fury among the villagers, especially Amos as he narrowly avoids getting knocked down. Meanwhile, Dolly is annoyed that Phyllis can't look after Jessie whilst Matt is forced to keep secrets from her when a cow and calf die from heart failure.
When Annie and Dolly visit Jessie in hospital all seems well - but Jessie has another shock in store for them.
Amos isn't the only one who's annoyed about Batty's driving - Tober feels he's had enough of it and takes some drastic action.
The feud between Batty and Tober escalates further when Neil wants Tober prosecuted, and Tober later blocks the road for Batty with his wheelbarrow. Meanwhile, Kitty asks around about Joe's marital status.
Martha takes desperate action about the Tober and Batty feud by assaulting PC Edwards, which works. Meanwhile, Kitty accepts Joe's job offer as a farmhand.
Maurice is shocked at the state of Bull Pot Farm and infuriates Arthur when he tells him to fix it up to get out. Meanwhile, Margaret and David arrive in the countryside for a holiday.
Sam helps Arthur with his farm, and Arthur is angry when Eric reopens a public footpath on Arthur's land. Meanwhile, Margaret and David go house hunting in the village but have no luck.
Annie has a talking to an ungrateful Arthur about how much time everyone is spending on helping him. Meanwhile, Arthur's step daughter Eileen arrives and clashes with Arthur before being kicked out.
Eileen is fuming when Maurice blames her for her father's mood, whilst an outburst from Joe angers Margaret, David, Henry and Amos. Also, Arthur discovers a dead sheep at Emmerdale Farm -having choked on litter.
Joe discovers that Margaret caused the death of the ewe, and tries to make her pay the price. David tries to get her to return home with him. Meanwhile, Arthur is rushed to hospital after Sam accidentally slams his fingers in the car door.
Eileen gives up on Arthur, whilst Annie is shocked to receive a torrent of abuse via a phone call to Arthur. However, she is more forgiving when Arthur explains that he thought Wilf had rung him back.
Simon arrives in the village; taking a liking to Kitty and clashing with Matt. Meanwhile, Matt is infuriated when Joe and Kitty fail to turn up to help him, leaving Annie puzzled...
Dolly is upset when the doctor says that Jessie won't be getting better any time soon. Meanwhile, a fight between Joe and Kitty gives Simon the perfect opportunity to win her over, which he tries.
Joe finds himself becoming restless in Beckindale, and soon after finds Simon and Kitty drinking together. Meanwhile, Henry finds himself interested in Irene.
Kitty suffers a knock to the head after hitting her head on the steering wheel when she crashes the tractor. Insistent on being fine, she discharges herself from hospital against the doctor's recommendation. Joe is jealous after believing Kitty is meeting with another man on the day of the Farmer's social.
Irene lets Henry down gently, whilst Joe and Kitty's moment is interrupted by Simon.
The Farmers' Social takes place and Kitty convinces Joe to stay in Beckindale. Meanwhile, Henry makes amends to Amos and Annie.
Joe is horrified to find Wendy in a state after being a victim of rape. Matt and Annie are questioned as they witnessed the attacker. Colly goes on the warpath and hunts down Poor Ocker when he suspects him of being the attacker.
Colly interrogates Poor Ocker and a fight ensues, stopped by the police. Later, after running into problems with NY Estates, Smarty Garret and Ocker get their own backs by starting a fire.
Cully believes the police are doing nothing about his daughter's rape, so, despite Amos's warning, he takes matters into his own hands.
Joe and Kitty find the rapist and a chase ensues, with Seth and Amos going into pursuit. However, the chase takes a dark turn when Poor Ocker and Smarty Garret accidentally knock him down on their motorbike.
The man has died from his injuries and PC Edwards is unable to identify him. Meanwhile, Ocker is revealed to have a vascular condition which has been aggravated by the crash, and resolves to fundraise for treatment in America.
Henry is shocked when Bob reveals that the man killed in the motorcycle accident had just been released from prison for sexual assault. Also, Poor Ocker and Smarty Garret are arrested for starting the Kimber Barn fire.
Poor Ocker is let off with a suspended sentence for his role in the barn fire, whilst Smarty doesn't get so lucky. Meanwhile, Donald returns to the village with the news that Clive has been released from prison.
Phil and Joe clash when Phil accuses him of reporting Phil to the RSPCA. Meanwhile, Olwen struggles with Amos at choir practice.
Maggie approaches Donald and tries to get him to sort out the feud between Joe and Phil, whilst the feud reaches the climax where a struggle between Joe and Phil results in Phil getting shot - and accusing Joe of shooting him deliberately.
Joe is worried that nobody will believe that shooting Phil was an accident, especially when Terry backs up Phil's statement. However, Annie points out that if DSI Hoskins and PC Edwards didn't believe him, he would have been arrested.
Annie tries to get the Fletchers to admit the truth, however Phil refuses to let her speak to Maggie and Terry guiltily remains loyal to his father. Meanwhile, DSI Hoskins attempts to get the truth and questions Henry and Joe.
DS Hoskins clears up inconsistencies by getting Terry to go back to the crime scene. It all becomes too much for Terry and he admits the gun went off itself. Meanwhile, Amos is chuffed when he manages to trick the customers into redecorating The Woolpack.
Meg is suspicious and Seth is furious when Jimmy arrives out of the blue. and both are in for a shock when Meg meets his wife Susan. Meanwhile, Sam helps Amos with an article for the Hotten Courier.
When Susan reveals that she and Jimmy have had to move with his parents as he was made redundancy, Dolly tries to help out by seeing if she can get Jimmy work on the farm. Meanwhile, Amos makes a shock discovery - Jimmy is an ex-convict.
Amos's discovery pushes Susan to reveal that Jimmy has served a prison sentence to Seth and Meg - and is surprised to discover Seth already knew. Meanwhile, Susan confides in Dolly that she may be pregnant, and Dolly begins to have fears about having children with Matt.
Jimmy is shocked when Matt reveals that Susan is pregnant, and struggles to adjust to the news. Meanwhile, Henry warns Maurice to be careful with the villagers when Maurice announces his intentions to renovate the NY Estates properties.
Dolly and Sam argue over Jimmy when Dolly overhears Sam make comments about him. Meanwhile, Kitty tells Joe that she's been offered a job in Essex and is leaving to take it.
Jimmy decides to leave the village, but not before talking to Matt about children. Meanwhile, Kitty's departure leaves Dolly thinking about her position on the farm.
Dolly is thrilled when Dr. Jacobs calls to notify here that he's gotten her a last minute appointment with the specialist. Meanwhile, Amos is suspicious of a man who tries every beer in The Woolpack twice before leaving.
Joe is furious when Jack calls and expresses his opinion that Emmerdale Farm will end up like NY Estates if they keep expanding. Meanwhile, the stock sale at Hathersage Farm takes place and Amos is curious as to why Henry is desperate to go. Also, Ernie accuses Amos of sending Ian to spy on him.
Amos is annoyed when Henry's plough proves to be a hit with the regulars. Meanwhile, Donald helps Ed learn about his family. Also, Dolly and Matt receive good news from the specialist.
Amos spots an opportunity to convince Henry to get rid of the plough when Henry accidentally reverses his car into it. Meanwhile, Dolly becomes interested in the Hathersage Farm farmhouse and is relieved when Maurice is uninterested, but is shocked when Maurice makes an offer later on.
Dolly is disappointed when Ed tries to get more money out of Maurice, however after discovering Maurice's intentions, Ed wonders if he should sell to Maurice. Meanwhile, Amos is over the moon when Ian wants to put The Woolpack in the Good Beer Guide.
Ed considers moving back to the village with his wife to try save their relationship. Meanwhile, Amos is unimpressed when Henry's plough causes more problems.
The Sugdens are suspicious when Maurice appears to be hiding away his daughter. However, Matt finds Judy drunkely slumped over her steering wheel. Meanwhile, Ed and Geoff Atwill suspect they may be related and get help from Donald.
Henry decides the plough must go when Geoff reverses into it. Meanwhile, alcoholic Judy makes the mistake of going to The Woolpack. Also, Donald discovers that Geoff and Ed are distant relatives.
Annie tries to get Judy to open up, and Henry prevents her from getting drunk in The Woolpack. However, an oblivious Joe asks her out for a drink and they go to The Feathers Country Hotel. Meanwhile, Ed and Geoff sell 50 acres to Emmerdale Farm and use the rest of the land for their farm museum.
Maurice confides in Donald and Annie about Judy's drink problem. Annie finally manages to get Judy to tell the tragic story of how she began drinking heavily. Meanwhile, Dolly is thrilled to discover she is pregnant.
Jack is thrilled to see his friend has come to see him, and is a hit with the women of Beckindale. Meanwhile, Derek and Tom are charged with theft.
Joe questions where Jack's loyalties lie when Jack tries to help the Merricks by seeing if Joe can get the charges dropped. Meanwhile, Annie is worried about her upcoming operation, and Ian asks Helen for a job, but is turned down.
Dolly is upset when Jack goes off at her for scratching the Land Rover. Meanwhile, Amos goes on the warpath after discovering that Seth has been selling homemade beer.
Ian's love for the country way of life forces him to see his future in a new light.
The friction between Joe and Jack has been getting worse. Can Sam make them see reason?
With Annie in hospital for her operation, it's a time of anxiety for the family - especially Sam.
Sam and Henry visit a farm museum and Henry discovers a few home truths.
Jackie's future is uncertain, but a confrontation between Pat and Tom only makes things worse.
Richard has gone ahead with some unpopular policies at NY Estates and Seth is spoiling for a fight.
Jackie may be on the same slippery slope as his father. Can anyone in the village offer him help?
Seth delivers his ultimatum to Richard - and gets something he hadn't bargained for.
When Jack meets the outspoken and fiery Enoch, their conversation is far from neighbourly.
A problem in the Tolly family sends Grace to Hotten, but a major crisis awaits her return home as Enoch dies in a tractor accident.
Eyebrows are raised in the village when Seth reveals a few things about his past.
When Amos is troubled about security at The Woolpack, he decides to tackle the problem in his own individual way.
Richard is keen to go ahead with his controversial plans for the beef herd. Will Joe be able to deal with the opposition?
Burglar alarms should go off when there's burglary - but the one Amos bought seems to have a mind of its own!
Dolly is excited at the prospect of a home of her own, but Matt isn't quite as optimistic.
Daniel's resignation from NY Estates troubles Joe, but will it provide an answer to Grace's problems?
The family prepares to welcome Annie home after her operation - but a new set of problems awaits her return.
Amos doesn't raise objections to Henry's plan to take a holiday - until Henry reveals where he's going!
Tom claims to have learned his lesson at the court hearing, but Annie isn't taken in.
Adjusting to a broken marriage is never easy as Pat discovers to her cost.
Preparations for the protest meeting are underway, but there's a shock in store for Jack.
Things are looking bleak for the protestors in the village, but Henry has a trick up his sleeve.
Sam returns from his holidays, only to hear some disturbing rumours about Jack.
The burglar in Beckindale is ready to strike again and it's anybody's guess whose house will be the next target.
Matt was sceptical about Jack's bargain buy at Hotten Market - and it looks like he had good reason.
Richard's plans for NY Estates extend into local property speculation - but there are bound to be objections in the village.
Whenever Jackie brushes with the law, the villagers jump to conclusions and it's up to Donald to put people right.
Sgt. MacArthur puts an end to the burglaries in the village - but not until one more victim has been claimed.
Jack's back injury has put him out of action on the farm; but he's still quite capable of putting a strain on the family.
Dolly is finding her playgroup course very absorbing, but Matt is beginning to feel a little shut out.
Richard's plan to divert another footpath has angered a group of ramblers. The argument gets fiercer when Joe intervenes.
Henry attempts to master local support against the footpath diversion - and gets some surprising reactions.
Philip Haskell challenges Richard over his interest in Alder Cottages.
Dolly still hasn't got a contribution for the playgroup exhibition - but Matt and Sam have something up their sleeves.
An unexpected delivery brings trouble for Amos - and a surprise for Henry!
Pat is reaching the end of her tether, but when Jack tries to help it means problems at Emmerdale Farm.
Dolly is enthusiastic about the Haskell's new home, but Matt's got too much on his plate to take any interest.
Jackie isn't looking forward to the Youth Club dance, but Andy is determined to make the evening a success.
There is trouble with a poacher on NY Estates, and catching him is only the start of Seth's problems.
Jack's break is over and it's time to settle back to work at Emmerdale Farm - but it's not that easy.
Pat is in the thick of her divorce - but she still finds some of her solicitor's questions difficult to answer.
The playgroup is short of funds and it's Dolly's job to try and raise money. It's not long before the whole village gets involved.
Richard returns after his trip away, and there are one or two unpleasant surprises waiting for him at Home Farm.
The evening before publication is a trying time for any journalist but for Amos, it's a nightmare!
Matt doesn't relish the thought of dinner with the Haskells while Dolly finds the evening something of an eye-opener.
Donald is looking forward to a memorable day's cricket. Jack and Pat will remember the occasion for different reasons.
Jack is determined to improve profits at Emmerdale Farm, but his plans for the farm provoke bitter arguments in the family.
There's a surprise in store for Matt and Dolly when they decide on an evening out - and it brings a hint of scandal to the village.
Amos can cope with a plumbing problem at The Woolpack as well as anyone else - Or he thinks he can.
When the Chairman of NY Estates comes to Beckindale, it's an event for the villagers, but for Richard, it's a headache.
Pat relies on Jack's support during the divorce hearing - but her children don't appreciate his involvement.
Joe's ideas have impressed NY Estates head office, but Richard is furious. Is this the start of a rift between them?
Joe is being put under increasing pressure at NY Estates - and his patience is beginning to wear thin.
There's some good news in store for Dolly at the playgroup - but she soon finds every silver lining has its cloud.
The student at NY Estates is a burden for Joe Sugden, but he has quite a different effect on Sandie Merrick.
Jack is anxious to get on with the Merrick children, but Jackie is becoming more and more hostile.
The Sugdens are off to Connelton Gymkhana, but Joe has a difficult decision to make before he can enjoy himself.
It's the day of reckoning at the parish council meeting - and time for Henry to redeem himself with Dolly.
Joe realises he needs to take action over the pig unit
Jack and Matt have different plans for the farm and with money in short supply, the two men are on a collision course.
A shotgun is invaluable to a responsible gamekeeper - but just how responsible is Jackie?
Joe and Richard both have to face the managing director of NY Estates - and one of them is in for a hard time.
Jack is still being obstinate about Matt's sheep shelter. It's time for Annie to tell Jack a few home truths.
There's a shock in store for Dolly when she visits her Aunt Jessie in Darlington.
1972
Jack Sugden has come home for his father's funeral after a 9 year absence. The rest of the family resent him because his father left him the farm. New neighbours Marian Wilks and her newly retired father Henry, want to build a road through the Sugden farm. Jack has taken a shine to Marian, but has concerns about her father's acid company.
Wilks consults his solicitor, about claiming a right-of-way over the Sugden land. Annie suspects Peggy is pregnant and Joe befriends Marian, who also shows an interest in Jack.
Jack meets Wilks and Peters over the right-of-way. Joe takes Marian fishing and Peggy wants to leave the farm to raise her child.
Jack is planning to restore and live in the old mill-house. Marian Wilks finds out how Jack had once been very friendly with Ruth Merrick.
A friend has arrived out of the blue at the Sugden farm, but Jack has mysteriously chosen not to introduce him to his family. Matt has heard how his rod was broken on Joe's fishing expedition.
Amos has told Joe how Jack and Marian were seen coming out of the barn; Peggy is convinced that Matt is the only man doing a full day's work on the Sugden farm and Annie has found that Joe has been borrowing money from several people.
Jack meets Wilks to sort out the right of way issue. Meanwhile, having discovered that Jack intends meeting Lynn at The Feathers Country Hotel, Joe Sugden has tried to arrange for Marian to be there at the same time.
Peggy is still trying to convince Matt that they must get away from the farm, and Joe has hinted that he may leave, too. Jack has had a phone call to go at once to The Feathers Hotel.
Tom tells Ruth about a car accident between Henry and Joe. Tom asks Jack for a job. PC Ball asks Amos if Joe had been at the Woolpack drinking before the accident.
Matt has his interview today. Ruth goes to see Jack and realizes that there is nothing between them. Joe has woken up and is in bad shape, While Wilkes has a compound fracture in his leg. Tom starts work at the farm and is not pulling his weight.
Matt tells Peggy that he did not get the job and she goes after Jack for money. Matt tells Jack that Tom is lazy. Tom gets Ruth to go to the Woolpack because he wants to bump into Jack. He shows him pictures of his eldest son also named Jack. PC Ball questions both Joe and Henry in the hospital.
Tom starts throwing threats about Jack being the real father of Tom's son Jackie. Ruth begs Jack to sack him. Marian breaks off with Jack, then he sacks Tom. Ruth has packed up, and asks Tom if he is coming with her to her sisters to live.
Henry is home from hospital. Jack buys a new van for Matt and Peggy. Annie realizes Jack has more money than he is letting on. PC Ball is back to tell Joe that his insurance has expired. Janie visits Joe.
Jack makes an enemy in Janie after embarrassing her in front of his family. Meanwhile, Henry is knocked unconscious after having a fall, and is later found by Marion and Norman.
Joe tells Marian that Jack is still married, whilst Henry tells Jack to stay away from Marian.
The police find the Sugdens Land Rover. Norman proposes to Marian but gets turned down. Meanwhile, Peggy disowns Jack, Marian ends her affair with him and Annie tells him he has two weeks to decide if he wants to stay or go.
Peggy and Matt discover they will have twins, whilst PC Ball prosecutes Jack and Joe. Janie flirts with Frank but he doesn't reciprocate.
Jack has decided to return to London. Janie asks Frank on a date but ends up going out with Joe. However, it doesn't last long when he begins going on about Marian.
Jack changes his mind and invites his friend Bart to Emmerdale Farm. Frank warms to Janie and asks her out, and Marian is unwelcoming to Joe.
Matt finds an unconscious Sam in the cowshed and rushes him to hospital. Meanwhile, Frank and Janie have a great first date, and even have their first kiss.
1977
Emmerdale Farm basks in the hot summer sun as the Sugden family and the people of Beckindale return for a new series, with the start of events that could change their lives in the months ahead.
After Henry's surprising announcement that he plays bowls, Sam watches him play and is encouraged by his skill, prompting him to consider his selection for the annual cricket match. At The Woolpack, Henry's intrigued to find out why Tom and Lucy are talking about Hawthorn Cottage because Joe has said nothing to him about selling it.
Speculation is rife as the news spreads that Kathy is back in Beckindale. Meanwhile, in the middle of the night at The Woolpack, Amos wakes Henry because he's heard something. They investigate, find nothing but Amos is now still more certain that there's something supernatural going on.
Henry is hurt because Joe has not informed him about the impending sale of Hawthorn Cottage and tells Annie that he will give him a talking to about how to conduct business. Annie gives Kathy a lift home from the shops and tells Joe of her return to Beckindale. Soon after the phone rings and it is Kathy to say that she has left her bag in Annie's car. Seizing his chance to see Kathy again, Joe offers to deliver it personally.
Sam is a man with things on his mind. He tells Annie of his disgust at the behaviour of young people although Annie makes it quite clear that Joe and Matt are grown men and can do as they like. This does little to disguise Sam's anxiety though because really he is worried about the appearance of Phil Kiston at the cricket match.
The evening of the great day has arrived and the cricket match is in progress, with Beckindale batting - but not with stunning success, especially since Phil Kitson is playing. Meanwhile, Joe and Kathy discuss their plans on the way to The Woolpack for the celebrations. Kathy is having a hard time at home so they agree that if Joe can find a suitable place to live together in the village, they'll shack up as man and wife, no matter what anybody says.
Amos is insistent that The Woolpack ghost maybe a poltergeist. Henry goes birdwatching and spots Janet Thompson, an old flame of his thirty years ago.
Janet and Henry are doing their very best to re-establish their relationship of some thirty years ago. While driving Henry back to Beckindale, Janet invites him to her hotel in Bradford for supper. He declines the offer and instead suggests lunch the following day. Annie is intrigued as to Joe's determination to find a cottage in the village.
Annie is determined to pump Joe for information about his plans for the new cottage. But Joe is very reticent, only admitting that Kathy might be involved, which satisfies Annie - for now. Later on at tea, Janet tells Annie that for years she's been saddled with an ailing parent but at last she's free and now she's met Henry again.
Henry is looking for an excuse to go see Janet in Bradford but Amos is in no mood to give way to him, especially as the poltergeist seems to have been active with some bottles of fruit juice.
Amos confides to Annie that Henry is getting more and more involved with Janet so his surprise is understandable when he discovers that Annie has invited both Janet and Henry to the farm for lunch. Joe arrives back from Hotten with the news that a deal has been agreed for the sale of Hawthorn Cottage and that he's made an offer for the cottage in Demdyke Row. After lunch, Henry and Janet go for a walk, and after a good deal of trying, he persuades Janet to stay at The Woolpack.
It's the morning after the night before and Amos is grumbling at Henry that he can't get on with the cleaning because Janet hasn't come down for breakfast. Joe's informed that his offer for Demdyke Row has been refused prompting Annie to warn him not to do anything that may turn the village against him, a clever hint about her disapproval about his reformed relationship with Kathy.
Joe informs Kathy that he is reconsidering his offer for the cottage in Demdyke Row despite Kathy's remark that them living together in the middle of the village would raise a few eyebrows. Meanwhile, Amos is far from impressed with the arrival of George Bailey, an old friend of Henry's and director of Oldbastons Brewery, in The Woolpack.
George looks set to ruffle a few feathers in The Woolpack after he suggests to Henry that the pub needs a barmaid, an idea that Henry thinks will horrify Amos. Joe is confused as to why the bank has refused his loan application. Annie is defensive about the subject but suggests he approaches Henry for the money.
Early in the morning and unexpectedly, the new priest in charge, the Reverend William Hockley arrives at the Vicarage. Joe is trying to find the right moment to tell Annie about him and Kathy.
Joe finally tells Annie that he and Kathy are moving in together, but only with the help of Sam. She takes the news better than was expected but still suggests that Joe should think again. On his way out of church, Matt bumps into Dolly Acaster, who is on her way to Beckindale and looking for Henry. It isn't long before word gets around - helped nicely by Amos - that she is to be employed at The Woolpack as the new barmaid.
William seems determined that things will be seen his way, which upsets Sam. Meanwhile, Amos is still struggling to come to terms with the idea of Dolly working in The Woolpack. Joe and Kathy prepare for their first night in the cottage in Demdyke Row.
Word starts to spread that Joe and Kathy are shacking up together. Henry is upset that Joe didn't tell him that Kathy was moving in with him. Sam has gone missing but is eventually found by William who invites him into the Vicarage to spend the night. Sam tells him of his feelings about what Kathy and Joe have done.
Annie decides to pay Kathy a visit in the new cottage. Amos has gone to follow Matt and William who have responded to a rescue call about a cow stuck on the fell. Eventually, Matt and William, returning with a dead cow in the back of the landrover, discover a lost Amos and in answer to his plea for help tell him that he's only yards from the village.
Sam is still making his angry feelings about Joe and Kathy very clear. It is Remembrance Sunday and despite Annie's determination not to let the village gossip get the better of her, Sam is deep in thought about the day of judgement and this is when Joe will see the error of his ways.
Amos can't believe his eyes when his Swedish visitors, Asta and Olof, arrive. They also make a very unusual request - to go pot-holing.
Kathy's brother Martin calls round at Demdyke Row to inform her and Joe that he is off to join the army. Shortly after Henry comes round to discuss the ball but it is not too long before Kathy decides that she should go and attempt one last reconciliation with her parents.
It is the night of the ball in Harrogate and Kathy and Joe are dressed up and determined to enjoy themselves despite Kathy being told by her parents that they don't want to see her again. A night that is meant for enjoyment quickly turns to concern as the two Swedish men, Olaf and Asta, become trapped down a pot-hole. Amongst the concern though is delight for Amos who is called upon by the Hotten Courier to cover the rescue story and is promptly taken to the pot-hole mouth by Henry. After many hours Olaf is dragged above ground with injuries but there is still no sign of Asta.
The rescue search continues for Asta but conditions are beginning to worsen. As a hope of finding her alive fades, the rescue team decides to enter the cave from a back entrance to try and find her. The rescue ends in success when Matt finds Asta on a ledge. As the celebrations commence for the rescuers Joe and Kathy sit quietly in the bar, discussing what's happened to her family following the news that Freda has finally left Jim and gone to live with her aunt Carrie.
Sam's down in the dumps when a mystery letter from France brings back memories of the First World War.
The arrival of an old friend of Sam's spells chaos and confusion for everyone - but he's bringing the most remarkable news.
Sam goes to meet his old pal Gilbert at the airport.
Basil has fixed everything - there's going to be a meeting at The Woolpack, but landlord Amos doesn't want any rowdiness.
It's the morning after the old soldiers' reunion and there are thick heads all round, but what Basil has arranged now puts the cap on it for Sam.
Gilbert returns to France today, but first he attends an official reception at the Civic Hall in Leeds, accompanied by Sam and Basil.
Kathy is struggling to come to terms with the hostility that her and Joe are receiving from some of the other villagers, despite the fact that it was expected. Annie and Henry take a trip to Bradford and while they are there, Henry receives an offer for The Woolpack from his friend Mr Gunnarson which stuns Amos back at Beckindale.
The Gunnarsons come to Beckindale to meet Matt in order to thank him for saving their two children Olaf and Asta in the pot-hole accident. A meal is organised at Emmerdale Farm for all the involved parties to congregate. It becomes clear by the end of the evening though that Mr Gunnarson has business on his mind as well as thank you's.
Annie and William come to blows over how the one thousand pounds that George Barrett left the church should be spent. Meanwhile, in The Woolpack, Dolly gives Henry an ultimatum - either Amos starts treating her with more respect or she will leave.
Kathy is far from pleased at the fact that Joe is staying up at Emmerdale. An argument is inevitable and when Joe goes to the cottage a fight begins until Joe leaves to go to Leeds. Mystery surrounds Amos's absence from the pub. He has told Dolly that he will be back later but not when and where he is going. He can't keep his destination secret for long though when he is seen by Mr Gunnarson with the driving instructor Mrs Morphet. Mrs Morphet says that he can't start driving until until he has had his eyes tested and just when things couldn't get any worse his bike is stolen.
Dolly is becoming disillusioned with her job at The Woolpack and Kathy is becoming disillusioned with her relationship with Joe and contemplates moving back home with her father, despite their previous problems.
It's time for the Emmerdale AGM. The financial situation is dreadful so Henry suggests the idea of the boatyard business. Meanwhile, Amos is called to a road accident in his role as Beckindale reporter.
Annie tries to persuade William that there is enough talent in the village to support a concert. A health inspector visits Demdyke Row following complaints that there have been mice emanating from there. Kathy tries in vain to stop Joe from finding out but in Beckindale your business is everybody's business.
Amos drops a large hint to Henry that since his driving lessons with Mrs Morphet have been terminated he will need somebody else to teach him. Meanwhile, Dolly receives a phone call from George Bailey who appears to be offering her a job at his pub.
Henry persuades Annie to appear in her own concert after being impressed with her piano playing skills.Lucy finds Matt and Dolly in a compromising position in the Village Hall after spending the evening at Emmerdale with Annie and Sam.
Sam is furious with Amos because of a misprint in the Hotten Courier and Amos makes the mistake of taking it out on Dolly.
As the concert draws closer more acts are recruited to perform. Without even realising he has done so, Amos agrees to do a comedy routine and following yet another row, Kathy reveals to Joe that she is learning to sing in public again so that she can perform at the concert.
Henry prepares to be a last minute stand-in in one of the sketches after a performer drops out with flu. Kathy is extremely upset after Henry's quips about selling the cottage reaches her as a true statement from Joe. Joe says its all a misunderstanding but Kathy doesn't seem convinced.
Kathy and Joe's relationship reaches a new low following the news that Jim has committed suicide and she is so upset at his death that she returns to pack her bags in preparation for departure.
Joe fails in his attempt to reassure Kathy that Jim's suicide wasn't her fault. She is still adamant on leaving and returning home to her farm and in a further bombshell to Joe she tells him that she can't marry him. Amos takes a stand against the editor at the Hotten Courier as he refuses to pry into the private lives of the Gimbels in order to fulfll his role as a reporter.
William announces that Freda has left the village, Amos announces that he has been asked to write an obituary of Jim for the Hotten Courier. Meanwhile, Annie is concerned when she attempts to wake Sam from his sleep but there is no response. She calls the doctor out. Also, Joe is smitten to meet the new owner of Hawthorn Cottage - Lesley.
Henry suggests to Matt that Lucy could move into the farm. Annie falls down the stairs and breaks her arm, and Henry has to take her to hospital which means that Lucy has to man the fort with Matt.
Help is on hand for Annie as Lucy has taken two weeks off work to come on help on the farm until Annie is better. Seizing his opportunity, Henry persuades Annie and Sam to go to Rome for a relaxing holiday, with the help of a little white lie from Jack who is already there. At The Woolpack, Amos is given a cryptic message by Lesley about the Ephraim's Brewery.
Preparations for the holiday are in full swing but Annie is concerned about what gossip will spread if Matt and Lucy are left to stay at Emmerdale on their own. Henry takes her heavy hints and agrees to stay at the farm for the duration of her absence. Amos receives a blow when Lesley reveals to him that her family owns the brewery which supplies a lot of The Woolpack's beer.
As Matt and Lucy prepare to spend their final day living together it is clear that they have grown fond of one another. There's a suspicious character in the area and it comes in the form of Syd Harker who has been released from jail. He's the last person Joe wants to see again but it isn't long before he's hanging around Emmerdale Farm. At The Woolpack, Amos announces that he's been given an assignment by the Courier but he can't talk about it on the grounds that its secret and dangerous.
Syd is ruffling a few feathers since returning from prison, not least Joe's and their inevitable meeting is a heated exchange of words but this is only a taster of things to come! Meanwhile, at Emmerdale, Lucy has returned after an unsuccessful spell as a lodger to Mrs Lumley. She has also given up her job so her and Annie set about deciding what she is going to do in the future.
Joe informs Annie that Syd has been sleeping at Demdyke Row and speculation mounts that it is more than just a coincidence that Syd has arrived back in Beckindale at the same time as the sheep have been stolen.
Syd casually admits to William that he is responsible for the sheep thefts. He is calm because he knows that until evidence is found to prove that he did it then he is in the clear. Joe is determined to find that evidence but first he has to convince Annie and the rest of Emmerdale Farm that his obsession isn't just an act of revenge.
Annie speaks to Syd and is now convinced that he is trying to be a good lad after he tells her that he has got a job as a sheep loader and has moved back in with his mum. Henry visits the butchers in Manton but his reaction to his entrance makes him even more suspicious about the sheep stealing. Sam goes to The Woolpack for the darts and dominoes evening, but the pub is so full there is no room to play the games.
As Lucy prepares to leave Beckindale for the final time, Annie tells her that everyone notices the way William has been looking at her but she denies any type of romance. Joe and Matt take up a vantage point above where they expect the latest sheep theft to take place. They get what they came to see but it seems that the police have already beaten them to it.
Clearing up after the storm, Annie also faces the problem of repairing Ray and Sarah's lives.
Henry and Joe are hatching a surprise for Annie, but her attention is focused on the imminent arrival of Sarah's baby.
Annie feels a mother's concern at Joe's thoughts of a move, but she decides she won't hold on if he wants to leave Beckindale.
Drama in the night as everyone waits for the birth of Sarah's baby, but the one person who should be there is missing.
Amos is up in arms over Ray's refusal to co-operate with the Hotten Courier, but that's all forgotten when the baby comes back to Emmerdale.
Amos has problems with The Woolpack clock, but that is soon forgotten when he gets an odd invitation which leads to an even stranger meeting.
There's a surprise phone call from Jack in Rome. He wants to write Sam's biography - to the astonishment of Amos and Henry. Amos goes for a tour around Ephriam's and is stunned to discover that his host for the duration will be Dolly. He is even more stunned when she asks for her job back at The Woolpack.
Sam prepares to embark on his trip to Rome so that Jack can write his biography. Henry and Amos are in conflict once again over whether or not to employ Dolly who has smoothed her path back into Beckindale by apologising to Annie for the events that occurred at the concert.
There is a new vicar in Beckindale to replace the departed Reverend Hockley and he goes by the name of David Cowper but his entrance is not noticed because the rest of Beckindale is celebrating the Jubilee. Matt and Dolly enjoy a romantic afternoon picnic during which Dolly tells Matt that she's sick of working at The Woolpack but she doesn't want to leave Beckindale. There's a surprise call from Sam but he wants to speak to the vicar for a reason that is unknown to everyone else.
Henry is keen on having a barbecue as part of the Jubilee celebrations but he is stopped in his tracks by Amos and Mrs Bullock. Amos reaches boiling point with Henry over Dolly and the final straw comes when he finds her smalls hanging out in the yard! Up at Emmerdale Farm, Joe and Matt discover Basil Ackroyd's car in the farmyard and it's piled high with luggage.
Annie receives an odd phone call which may have something to do with the new vicar. Joe and Matt are determined to establish the real reason for Basil's arrival in Beckindale.
It emerges that the malicious phone calls that Annie has received are about David and his activities outside church. Annie tells Henry that the caller mentioned a girl called Julie and they speculate about who the caller could be. They also discuss why the landlord of The Malt Shovel received an identical phone call. Matt and Dolly enjoy some time alone by the river but as they begin to head back it emerges that they have not been alone at all. A woman has been spying on them all the time.
Jubilee day has arrived and Basil is keen to make sure that he is celebrating at Henry's expense by inviting Annie to dinner the following evening. Later on in the day, Joe receives a phone call from David who tells him that Dolly has fallen off her scooter. Joe tells Matt who immediately departs to see her. The doctor tells Dolly not to use her leg for a bit so work at the pub is out. At this point, Matt departs from the Vicarage to collect the damaged scooter and tell Henry. Leaving David and Dolly alone, David offers a spare room to Dolly.
The controversies surrounding David continue with Mrs Bullock demanding a reprimand for him following his 'antics' at the dance in Hotten. Joe assures Annie that nothing untoward happened at the dance but she points out that Vicars have to set an example. In the meantime, Dolly has decided to accept David's offer of a room at the Vicarage. David also speaks to Amos about a room at The Woolpack. The phone calls are continuing as well, and it is only through strong persuasion from David that Annie and Henry agree not to phone the police. They agree to a delay of two days. David thinks he knows who are behind the calls. Suddenly, things come to a head as Amos receives a call at The Woolpack that horrifies him.
Allegations are being made by the caller that David has done a girl wrong. He explains to Joe that it was a girl that he was supposed to marry but he changed his mind and someone is still holding a grudge.
Joe and Matt are still deliberating over why Basil has really come to Beckindale with Joe overhearing Basil talking about his home life only fuelling their intrigue. Dolly packs away her things at The Woolpack as she prepares to move to the Vicarage. The explanation for the malicious phone calls is now beginning to work its way around the village. Henry informs Amos that the phone calls came from a girl that David once nearly married but she is now mentally ill and has just been released from a mental home. Meanwhile, Basil is doing everything he can to avoid his daughter Renee Barstow, who is searching for him. According to her, he left home after the rest of the family tried to put him on a diet!
A fire brakes out at Emmerdale Farm in a stack of straw and the Beckindale Volunteer Fire Service is manfully fighting the blaze. During the fire fighting one of the members of the team is burned.
David is becoming frustrated at the length of time it is taking the people of Beckindale to accept him. Frank Armitage causes a stir in Beckindale when he announces to Amos, in his reporter role, that he plans to build a caravan site on his land in order to fund his passion for stock car racing. Despite the problems that it could cause Joe is convinced that Frank won't budge and Annie is worried that the whole issue is going to split the close knit village.
Amos interviews Ted for the courier. Matt and Joe discuss Frank's planned caravan site. Just as Joe is about to have dinner, but he receives a call about another fire in the village. Amos is also called out to the fire. Joe gets a hands-on lesson from Ted as he puts out a potentially dangerous barn fire.
Joe reveals his idea for stopping Frank's caravan site. He proposes that Emmerdale Farm should also apply for a licence for a caravan site, reckoning that they've got a field that's more suited and that if there is to be a site, it might as well be run properly. Henry is impressed but Matt is sceptical. Matt is also unhappy about Dolly's advancing relationship with David, especially when he finds out that he is taking her to Leeds on a night out.
Frank has an inkling that Joe is up to something but has no idea to what extent his secretive antics will effect his caravan plans. It's the Robblesfield Gala and Amos is there in his roving reporter role to cover the procession of vintage fire engines which Joe is part of. Amos then proceeds to ruin Joe's afternoon by telling him who may be his new next door neighbour - Henry.
Annie puts a dampener on Henry's plans to buy the cottage next door to Joe's, her reason being that she doesn't believe that the rich should corner the market for cottages and suggests he thinks again. Ted Barker launches a scathing attack on Amos in The Woolpack after the Courier publishes an article, written by Amos, quoting Ted as saying the recent spate of fires have all been caused by the tourists. Meanwhile, Frank's plans for a caravan site have collapsed following a fire at his farm leaving Emmerdale as the only applicant for planning permission. A caravan site is theirs - if they want it.
David's scheme for bringing children to the Dales for holidays has come unstuck with one of the families and a girl called Angela has been left homeless. Somewhere else has to be found for her, which won't be easy as she's a difficult child from a broken home. Dolly suggests Emmerdale and, though doubtful, agrees to ask. Annie says yes, as always, much to the delight of Joe, especially after he sees what the girl called Angela looks like.
Sam is back from Rome. He descends the long hill behind the farm and spots a girl in his vegetable garden. When he reaches her perplexed as to who she may be, he speaks brusquely to her, but all she will say is that she's staying at the farm. Sam decides to go investigate.
Amos is horrified when Sam says that he might write a piece for the Courier about his experiences in Italy instead of letting Amos interview him for his piece. Angela appears to be finally coming out of her shell after Henry takes her out birdwatching and rewards her for her good behaviour with a shandy in The Woolpack.
There's a change of vicar in the village and it puts Dolly's living arrangements in jeopardy once again. Angela and Sam go for walk up on the fell. All is going well until Angela continually plays with her radio and this prompts Sam to get cross. Angela responds by running away from him. She then walks through a field and leaves the gate open, frightened by the cows, which start to escape.
There's plenty of cows roaming about after she left the gate open, but Angela hasn't been seen since she ran away from Sam. It emerges that a pregnant cow has fallen so the Fell Rescue Team has to be called out. Amos immediately smells a story.
The post induction-party gives the new vicar, Donald, a chance to introduce himself to Beckindale. One person that is missing though is Angela. She has decided that following the previous nights dramas on the fell, it would be best if she returns home which she did that afternoon. On her way back to The Woolpack, Dolly bumps into Matt who is on his way to the party. They exchange pleasantries and it isn't long before Matt realises that The Woolpack is a more appealing evening than the post-induction party.
It is night time, and Matt has just dropped Dolly at the Vicarage after a night out. As he drives past The Woolpack, a shadowy figure passes in front of his headlight, going away from the pub. Meanwhile in The Woolpack, Henry discovers that the front door is open. He accuses Amos of having neglected his duties but Amos fervently denies this. He wants to call the police but as nothing seems to have been stolen or damaged, Henry tells him not to be so silly. Amos' fears are proved justified the next day though when Sam, in The Woolpack, spots a vacant niche where the Butterworth Ball should be and realises someone has taken it.
Joe and Matt come to the conclusion that the Butterworth Ball is in the hands of someone in Robblesfield. Then all of a sudden a girl appears and turns out to be Lesley. She is staying at Hawthorn Cottage with her grandparents. Dolly is not getting on with Donald. So much so that she tells Matt she is thinking of leaving Beckindale altogether to work somewhere else.
Annie receives a mysterious phone call at Emmerdale Farm but whoever the caller wanted is out. Meanwhile at The Woolpack, Amos is in big trouble when Fred Teaker enters the pub to examine the Butterworth Ball. When Amos prevaricates, Fred leaves, with threats that if it isn't the real ball, Amos is in big trouble!
In the middle of the night, there is a disturbance in the Vicarage garden which brings out Donald and Dolly. Getting no answer, Donald goes inside and phones the police while the intruder slinks away. Lesley is given a helping hand by Annie when she goes to the vicar's to start preparations for her grandparents' re-marriage. Meanwhile, Sam thinks Little Teaker knows where the Butterworth Ball is.
Amos is fighting a rearguard action against the Hotten Courier who are demanding that he produces an article about the Butterworth Ball. In the evening, Annie approaches Sam with a proposition. Mr and Mrs Gibson are getting married again and Annie wants Sam to be the best man.
Lesley informs Joe that she's got a secret to tell him but Amos is in earshot. After Sam's refusal to be best man at the wedding, Annie turns to Henry who readily accepts. The only problem is that the football team will be left without a trainer. Henry quickly solves the problem though by suggesting that Amos could do it instead and Sam agrees. Amos gets the wrong end of the stick when he sees Annie and Henry setting off in their finery for the church. He decides to stick around and see what develops, totally forgetting about the football match.
Amos complains to Dolly about how the whole village seems to be obsessed with the play. Up at Emmerdale Farm, Joe is repairing the drive when a young man, Richard Roper, drives past in a car, stops a bit down the road, then comes up. He tells Joe that he's merely looking around then drives off again as Henry arrives. Joe tells him that Richard has been driving past the farm several times and Henry replies that he's seen him in the village too.
Amos continues with his negative attitude towards the play but it turns out that his real grouse is that no one asked him to be in the play in the first place. Rumours persist about the man called Richard. Amos emerges with the theory that he is Dolly's fiance and thinks that she's led Matt a bit of a dance but Henry points out that Richard may be only an ex-fiance
Dolly continues to fend off Richard's attempts for a reconciliation. He comes up against some stern opposition though in the form of Annie. When he tells her that he wants to marry Dolly, Annie turns on him and tells him that she knows about the baby and that he was never much of a father and that he can't own people, like he wants to own his son and Dolly. Later on that evening at the farm, Dolly drops her bombshell on Matt, telling him that she won't be staying for Christmas after all and that she has a child.
Richard is all set to meet up with Matt to inform him of his plans to marry Dolly but Dolly intervenes and strikes a deal with him. Dolly promises Richard that if he doesn't meet up with Matt, then she will meet him in the New Year to discuss the future. Richard agrees and a date is set for the two of them to meet in January at Brassington. That evening the play takes place and Matt is one of the stars of the proceedings, but despite this Dolly can't bear to watch despite Annie's pleas. She needs time to go away and think about what she wants. At the end of the play, Henry comes out to take Dolly down to Hotten for her bus.
1978
Spirits are low at Emmerdale Farm until Amos Brearly admits he knows where Dolly Acaster is hiding. But Annie Sugden wonders if she should tell Matt Skilbeck.
Sam is furious at the thought of Matt spending the night in a hotel room with Dolly. At The Red Lion, Matt announces his intention to go to bed, but Richard insists on a last drink, after Matt has told them that he's staying at the hotel. When Richard goes off to get the drinks, Dolly and Matt have their first private conversation.
Matt returns home from a night out with Dolly with some odd news. On their way through the village they pass The Woolpack and notice all the lights on well past closing time. Henry suggests to Donald that Miss Venables could live in the Vicarage for a while after it is discovered that she has a leaky caravan, but Hinton flatly refuses. However, he suggests that he wouldn't mind helping out financially if she stayed at The Woolpack. He and Henry go to the pub to put the idea to Amos.
Dolly tells Matt that her mother is arriving that evening but the problem is where can she stay, the best thing, Dolly thinks is if she just tells her to go away again. Matt says no to that and calls Joe to ask him if Dolly and her mother can borrow Demdyke Row for a bit. Joe agrees and the arrangements are made. Matt then tries to ask Joe about engagement rings but Joe shoots off, fearing another favour. Meanwhile, Miss Venables is refusing to budge from her derelict caravan despite the good intentions of Henry who is trying his hardest to find her new accommodation.
Sam and Annie are in disagreement over Miss Venables. When Sam tells her not to be too hard on Miss Venables he is sharply informed that Emmerdale is not a hotel and that Miss Venables is a menace. In the Hotten cafe, Henry, Dolly and Matt are having tea. Dolly doesn't look too happy but Henry is fine. Dolly says she might well go home now but Matt can't get out of her what's wrong. Henry and Dolly return to The Woolpack to find Amos snoozing in the back room. Amos immediately asks to see the engagement ring he thinks Dolly and Matt have just bought in Hotten which makes Dolly leave the room with a slur on Matt's character.
Henry arrives at the farm with a brand new caravan for Miss Venables and its not long before everybody is in agreement over what should happen. Miss Venables should leave, and as soon as possible, despite her determination to set up home at Emmerdale Farm. Matt explains to Annie why he hasn't bought an engagement ring for Dolly yet. He wants to use the family engagement ring but has been afraid to ask. Annie immediately offers it to him. Having been given the ring, Matt presents it to Dolly - in the cowshed! This is followed by a family celebration.
Beckindale is invaded by gypsies to the fury of some villagers. Meanwhile, Joe is annoyed at Glenda leaving the gate open but his rage soon turns to love. Also, Phyllis arrives in the village and tells Dolly that she won't allow her to make another mistake like Richard.
One of the gypsies causes controversy in the village, which Joe manages to put right. Meanwhile, Donald receives a phone call threatening the play school.
Jed breaks into Emmerdale Farm but is caught by Matt. Play school is interrupted when someone throws a brick through the window.
Joe really manages to put his foot in it with Glenda, whilst the villagers are thrilled to find the gypsies leaving.
Amos's journalism career is put into jeopardy after he receives a letter from Grant. Meanwhile, Phyllis asks Donald to look after Dolly's interests in the wedding.
Phyllis's decisions about the wedding get on Dolly's nerves; she only allows the wedding in Beckindale when she is allowed to chose Dolly's wedding dress - yellow.
Mr. Tyler arrives with bad news for Amos, whilst Annie talks to Phyllis about the wedding dress.
Amos is shocked to discover Grant is a conman, and Glenda tries to help him get his job back at the courier.
Joe makes clear of his disapproval of Ruth removing the copse, and Ruth tells Annie that she doesn't want to be bullied by local farmers like her brother was. Amos asks Phyllis to the ball but is shocked when he realises he doesn't have the tickets.
Phyllis leaves the village now on good terms with Dolly, whilst Donald awaits the arrival of his son Clive.
In a field somewhere near the village, a young man wakes up. He climbs out of his car, looks around, then gets back in again and prepares to drive off. Later on in the day the young man turns up at the Vicarage, finds no one at home and starts to bring his luggage in...
Clive announces his intentions to go mining in Beckindale, whilst Joe buries the hatchet with Ruth by taking her out for dinner.
Nellie is infuriated by Donald's comments whilst Donald gets a second visitor, Clive's associate Rod.
Clive, Rod and Ian's attempt at mining goes terribly wrong when the electrics cause an explosion.
Clive and Ian are rescued and Rod is left in a coma following the incident. However, Ian discovers the mine was emptied years ago, and Clive leaves the village unexpectedly.
Clive returns and Annie tries to reconcile him with Donald, but to no avail as Clive does a moonlight flit.
Donald announces Sam as the new organising secretary, but causes controversy in his first five minutes when he plans to scrap their upcoming trip.
Matt and Joe are relieved to find their cows aren't infected by a plague, whilst Sam and Nellie become romantically closer.
The Sugdens discover that the milk board have found brucellosis in their milk. Meanwhile, Sam and Nellie get closer.
Sam believes he has caught brucellosis from the cows. Also, Sam tells Henry that he'd only move in with Nellie if they marry.
Matt and Dolly discuss Matt potentially selling his share, whilst Nellie comforts Sam when the trip goes wrong.
The Sugdens are relieved to discover that no disease was found in the herd. Meanwhile, Nellie admits she's too old for love, throwing Sam's proposal plans out the window.
The Coulters cause a disruption outside the church when the parents disallow Pip from attending. Meanwhile, Steve takes an interest in Joe's shotgun..
Pip refuses to return home and runs away, leaving Donald to break the news to the family. Meanwhile, Sam causes fishing plans to end abruptly when he puts his foot in the pond.
Steve breaks into 3 Demdyke Row and steals Joe's shotgun. Meanwhile, Will reveals that Steve and the missing Pip want to marry and believe she has eloped.
Steve and Pip perform an armed robbery at The Woolpack and lock Henry and Amos in the cellar, leaving them in there for the night. Joe finds them hours later and calls the police as Steve and Pip plan to abscond.
Ted arrives at the scene and immediately puts two and two together, figuring out that Steve has broken into 3 Demdyke Row and robbed The Woolpack with Pip. Steve takes Sam hostage and escapes when Annie gives him her car, with Ted in pursuit.
Donald tries to make Paul see that Pam is the reason Pip turned criminal and went on the run. Will believes the same and attacks Pam, hospitalising her.
Donald shows new headteacher Antony around the school and introduces him to caretaker Seth. Meanwhile, Phyllis sends Dolly a letter about the wedding arrangements and sends Jessie to go through them with Dolly.
Dolly and Jessie lock horns and Dolly declares that she's having nothing other than a white wedding. Meanwhile, on his first day of teaching, Antony and the school children find a skull.
Plans begin to get Dolly christened, while the villagers try to find out who the mysterious Hannah Elizabeth is. Also, Antony offers to teach Seth how to read.
Donald has found that Hannah Elizabeth Gough married Matthew Pearson in Robblesfield Church in 1800 - Seth notices that Matthew shares Sam's surname. Meanwhile, the villagers discover that the police have arrested Pip and Steve in Liverpool.
Jessie is fuming when Phyllis begins to claim that she can't afford the reception and decides to go have it out with her. Meanwhile, Sam learns something horrifying about his family's past and asks for it to be kept private.
Jessie helps Sam come to terms with his recent discovery, whilst a proper funeral is held for Hannah Elizabeth. Meanwhile, Jessie's heads back to Darlington to teach Phyllis a lesson.
Pip returns to the village and stays with Joe. Meanwhile, Mrs. Hawker visits Donald and asks for him to stand up for Steve in court, saying he's not a bad person.
Matt receives a visit from his cousin Polly who he hasn't seen in years. Meanwhile, Polly's husband Alec and Henry take a liking to each other.
Amos is over the moon to be asked to give Dolly away at the wedding. Tom goes on the warpath after discovering Pip is pregnant and forces her out of the village.
Joe snaps and punches Tom following an argument about Pip, causing Tom to fall and break a chair. Meanwhile, Phyllis returns with the news that she has gotten married.
Amos clashes with Phyllis who wants Leonard to give Dolly away. Meanwhile, Mrs. Hawker announces her decision to leave Tom and considers asking Pip to live with her.
Dolly and Matt marry at last. Leonard invites Dolly and Matt on his and Phyllis's honeymoon to the Bahamas but she rejects. Meanwhile, wedding bells ring for Pip and Steve as well, with Steve being allowed out of prison by Alec.
Miffield Hall is sold following George's death, whilst Dolly feels useless at the farm. Sam tries to help by suggesting to Joe that they swap houses but gets an earful when Joe snaps, sick of people telling him how to live his life.
Matt and Dolly return from viewing a house to find a surveyor in their top field, having been told it's owned by the Verneys.
The Sugdens try to claim the top field, and Henry hears that Gerald is in a financial fix. Meanwhile, Amos and Henry finally discover what Frankie is bidding on.
Henry's solicitor informs him that they have a very good chance of being awarded the land if they go to court, but it's a costly procedure. Meanwhile, Amos and Henry are shocked to discover Frankie has been involved in a car accident.
The Sugdens are delivered a huge blow when Gerald proves that the top field was rented. Meanwhile, Donald is shocked to discover Clive has been arrested in Athens.
Amos makes a kind gesture to Frankie by refusing to let her pay for staying. Meanwhile, Henry proves that they own the top field but Gerald tells them he wants £10,000.
Sam is annoyed that David has arrived in the village, whilst David is shocked to discover Jacob is dead. Meanwhile, worries arise for Winn as someone comes round to discuss their tenancy.
Nicky warns Pru off Joe, whilst Sam remains sour over David's return and snipes at Annie. Dolly and Annie have a heart to heart about marriage.
Nicky is desperate to leave the farming life and tries to lie his way out of it. Meanwhile, Sam is livid when he bumps into David and an argument is inevitable.
Nicky and Win discover they are being forced to leave their house as it is being sold. Meanwhile, Annie pays David a visit to clear the air
Sam has an outburst at dinner, leaving the family (except Annie) wondering what's wrong with him. Meanwhile, Winn becomes suspicious and begins to believe Nicky is having an affair.
Nicky and Winn clash when Winn cashes in the compensation cheque in her name and Winn finishes with Nicky. Meanwhile, David reveals the reason he left Beckindale many years ago.
The villagers are shocked to meet the new owners of Home Farm, the renamed Miffeld Hall. Meanwhile, Donald is worried as Clive is to remain in prison until his trial which could be years, and he may be sentenced to ten years.
Whilst going to help Joe with the milking, Matt collapses and is rushed to hospital. Meanwhile, the death of Henry's aunt hits hard and he contemplates leaving for Rome.
Joe discovers that Ted's bottle previously had poisonous chemicals and hadn't been cleaned, which caused Matt's collapse. Meanwhile, Vivian pushes Henry to live his life the way he wants and considers buying him out of Emmerdale Farm Ltd. and The Woolpack.
Marian returns to the village and Henry voices his idea to move to Rome but she is not keen. However, Vivian tells the Sugdens that he will be buying Henry's share. Having not agreed to anything, Henry hunts him down for a confrontation.
The Sugdens receive a shock and begin to believe Vivian has been hiding the truth. Meanwhile, Marian tries to dissuade Henry from leaving the village.
Vivian gets a grilling from Joe and Henry. Meanwhile, Seth and Sam tie for second place at the vegetable competition.
Disaster strikes when kids start fires on Home Farm land, one setting fire to a barn. Meanwhile, despite being furious with him, Joe is concerned for Vivian.
As the fire is put out, Henry is shocked to find the chemicals have leaked into the fish farm. Meanwhile, Rachel worries about getting too close to Joe.
Trevor is shocked to discover his barn fire may put the fish farm out of business. Meanwhile, Marian puts all rumours to rest by revealing she barely ever sees Jack in Rome.
Trevor catches the wrong man poaching on Home Farm land when Seth gets Sam to hold his dead bird. Meanwhile, Marian returns to Rome.
Trevor goes to the police about Sam but is advised to drop the case. Meanwhile, Rachel's husband continues to bother Rachel, asking her to move to London with him.
Trevor discovers the truth and considers hiring Seth as gamekeeper. Meanwhile, Rachel tells Joe that they met too soon and she's not ready for a relationship.
Sam fumes upon discovering NY Estates want to evict Nellie, and Henry tries to help her take action.
Nellie refuses to budge from her cottage, and is grateful when Amos offers to keep her private life out of the courier. Meanwhile, Joe meets Steve, who is due to move into Nellie's cottage.
Nellie refuses to budge and is upset when Sam tells her NY Estates may take her to court. Meanwhile, Joe's news about attending a course doesn't go down well with the family.
Nellie refuses to move, but begins to feel guilty about preventing Steve and his family from moving in. Meanwhile, Dolly helps Matt on the farm but he fusses over her when she feels faint.
Trevor moves on from NY Estates as his replacement is set to arrive in Beckindale. Meanwhile, Steve discovers that he has been lied to and tells NY Estates that he wants alternate accommodation or he will resign.
1986
Alan Turner has a romantic evening planned for Mrs Bates - but he's reckoned without Seth Armstrong.
Harry shoots his mouth off about the robbery money so Keith and Derek sort him out. Meanwhile, Matt worries about the state of Harry's sheep, and Harry doesn't take kindly to his interference.
Pat and Jack learn the sex of their baby, however Jackie, still upset over his break-up with Sita, is not happy at the news of a new addition to the family. Meanwhile, Matt and Harry's feud continues when some of Harry's sheep die in Matt's care.
Jackie and Sita have a blazing row before deciding to split permanently. Meanwhile, Harry kicks up a fuss over the dead sheep in The Woolpack.
Harry makes a pass at a terrified Dolly and Matt says Harry won't be doing that ever again...
Matt violently confronts Harry, who takes a tumble and is left with a head injury. Meanwhile, Jack comforts Jackie over his messy break-up with Sita.
Henry is horrified to witness Harry take his final breath, and Matt is arrested on suspicion of murder. Meanwhile, Seth enjoys messing with Alan's weight loss attempt.
Matt's strong motive is established, and Matt is charged with Harry's murder. Meanwhile, Alan begins hankering after Harry's land...
The Sugdens are in shock after discovering Matt has been charged with Harry's murder. Donald is horrified to see how severe Harry's injuries looked after identifying his body, whilst Alan is insensitive towards Seth's feelings.
Sandie comes forward as a witness to the armed robbery in October 1985, although DS Webb is furious at how long she's taken. Meanwhile, Matt confesses to Dolly that he wanted Harry dead.
Derek is released from custody despite Sandie's statement. Meanwhile, Matt's solicitor advises him to plead guilty to manslaughter, whilst Seth tampers with Alan's scales.
Henry convinces Matt to sack his lawyer and hire Mr Barrett instead. Meanwhile, Alan takes his weight loss too seriously and ends up neglecting his duties.
Henry helps Matt discover evidence to potentially put Matt in the clear for Harry's murder, whilst Jackie is disappointed when Kathy shows no interest in the farm animals.
Matt is thrilled to learn there is a strong chance he will be found not guilty of murder, whilst Alan begins to suspect Seth has been tampering with his scales.
Sgt. MacArthur and DS Webb clash over Matt's innocence, whilst Amos snaps at Bill when Bill tells Jock that Matt did everyone a favour. Also, Dolly is upset to be given a frosty reception by Sally.
Jack is insistent on getting Harry's land, despite Henry and Annie's objections. Meanwhile, Dolly finds a true friend in Liz.
Jack and Alan try go all lengths to get Harry's land, and Karen is infuriated by Alan trying to get her to pull some strings for him.
Matt opens up to Annie, whilst Jackie devises a plan to get Harry's land.
Alan throws a tantrum when Jack's bid for Harry's land is accepted, and is almost thrown out of The Woolpack by Amos. Meanwhile, Amos tries to stop Donald for getting Derek to repair his electrics but fails, whilst Dolly is touched when she learns the reason behind Sgt. MacArthur's visit.
Amos is horrified when the cellar fills with water and the labels come off the vintage wine bottles, whilst Matt thinks he will still be found guilty.
Alan tricks Amos, and gets on Henry's bad side. Meanwhile, Karen refuses to be friends with Jack whilst Annie is thrilled to learn Joe is coming home.
Alan is horrified when the wine rack falls over in The Woolpack cellar - and blames Seth! Meanwhile, Donald is horrified to learn that Derek has been fixing his electrics with stolen goods.
Harry's burial takes place, however Seth is the only mourner. Meanwhile, the Sugdens are thrilled when Joe returns home. Also, Derek tries to avoid Donald.
Matt finally opens up to Dolly, whilst Jackie realises someone has been in the shelter.
The deceased Harry becomes a suspect for the armed robbery, whilst Alan decides to apply for the regional manager job. Also, Amos is teased by the customers because of his eye patch.
The police catch Derek and Keith digging up the money - Keith is arrested, however Derek gets away. After holding Donald hostage, he is convinced to give himself up.
Matt is furious to have wasted three months of his life due to his conviction. Meanwhile, Jackie finally demolishes the shelter on Mowlam's Farm.
Pat and Jack are disappointed when Pat has a false labour. Meanwhile, Sandie is angry over Pat's baby as Pat didn't want her to have Louise.
Jack worries to Annie that he may fail as a father. Meanwhile, Amos has cash register trouble.
Sandie's feelings about Pat's baby are revealed. Meanwhile, Alan keeps a close eye on Joe. Also, Amos revels in the new cash register.
Pat unexpectedly has a home birth and has a healthy baby boy. Meanwhile, Joe admits he is jealous of Jack's life. Also, Jackie and Kathy bond over a drink.
Joe is over the moon to learn he has gotten the regional manager job, but Alan is furious. Meanwhile, Pat decides to name the baby "Robert Jacob Sugden".
Alan's sulking causes he and Joe to clash over numerous problems. Also, Jack asks Joe to be Robert's godfather.
Amos and Dolly are delighted when they are asked to be Robert's godparents. Meanwhile, Joe is interested to hear the ill Arthur has nobody to leave his businesses to.
Seth is horrified to discover his bike has been stolen, unaware it was by Donald. Meanwhile, Joe plans to obtain the Hotten Cattle Market.
Joe is annoyed when Arthur refuses to sell to NY Estates, whilst Henry is amused to learn Donald stole Seth's bike.
Donald returns Seth's bike without getting caught, but Seth decides to play a game with the villagers. Meanwhile, Joe pesters Arthur over the cattle market.
Jack and Matt realise how much Joe has changed, and Annie worries a confrontation between Jack and Joe is inevitable. Meanwhile, Donald and Henry are confused when Seth hides the fact his bike has been returned.
Henry convinces Mr Golding to not sell Hotten Cattle Market to NY Estates, instead making Karen director. Meanwhile, Jackie and Kathy connect over their parents splitting.
Robert's christening takes place. Meanwhile, Christopher Meadows orders Joe to get the Hotten Cattle Market from Arthur.
NY Estates purchases the Hotten Cattle Market, but Joe immediately puts his foot in it by bringing up Jack and Karen's affair. Meanwhile, Kathy is unimpressed when Jackie moves back to Emmerdale Farm.
Dolly decides to tackle Matt about having another child. Can she put their marriage to rights?
Joe is forced into a confrontation with Sandie but he's reckoned without taking Jack on too.
Jackie discovers he has a rival for Kathy. Has he thrown all his chances away?
Amos is at a loose end - and that can only mean trouble for Henry!
Jack is determined to scotch Joe's plans, but is he risking the future of the farm into the bargain?
Is there romance in the air for Joe and Karen?
As the conflict between Jack and Joe comes to a head at the farm, Seth makes a surprising discovery about Alan and Caroline!
When Seth is in trouble with his wife, the last thing he needs is any help from Amos!
Annie hopes a day out on the river will help ease the family tensions. Will she be proved right?
When Amos and Meg bring in changes at The Woolpack, it looks like Seth's drinking days are numbered! The changes don't go down well with Henry either. Meanwhile, Jack to talk to Alan about Emmerdale Farm needing to drain through NY Estate land when Joe refuses, whilst Alan gets a letter from his son Terence.
Alan faces a crisis at NY Estates: will he risk his future and fight Joe? Meanwhile, when Jackie puts his foot in it with Kathy, it prompts several conversations about when he will be able to love someone following Sita, and Henry is at his wits end with Meg's interference at The Woolpack.
On the night of the big dominoes match at The Woolpack, Amos is determined his side will win - but he's reckoned without the interference of Meg!
Amos and Henry decide when to tell Meg they are relieving her of her cleaning duties. A field is flooded on NY Estates land. Jack is not happy and blames Phil. Luckily Meg says she is handing in her notice so they don't need to tell her. Joe meets Karen outside The Woolpack and they share a kiss.
Matt brings Dolly her breakfast in bed. She says she has to rush off to the school. Amos is getting ready for the bowls match. Annie gives Dolly a jumper for her birthday. Matt says he is taking them on holiday to Bridlington. Dolly is happy. Alan meets Clifford in the pub but Clifford says he has to rush off. Joe and Phil survey the site for the new farm. Clifford and Peggy decide they will have to sell their herd to pay the rent. A celebratory dinner is held for Dolly's birthday at Emmerdale Farm.
Annie and Jackie wave Matt and Dolly off as they go to Bridlington. Amos practises for the bowls match with Donald. Donald asks to be considered if Amos is a player short.
Jack discovers that Joe and Karen are having an affair. Will it reopen old wounds for him and Pat? Tensions rise between Wilks and Donald as they realise they are fighting for the last spot on the pub bowls team, whilst Jackie tries to reassure Kathy about his past.
Matt and Dolly try to put their troubles behind them, but find it's not easy to rediscover their old happiness.
Pat's irritable and suspicious of Karen being linked with Joe. Amos tells Henry he's going to ask Joe to be on the bowling team along with Clifford and Alan
After attempting to play them off against each other, Henry guesses that Amos is about to ask him to referee the bowls match and flatly refuses. Alan receives notice from Christopher to evict Clifford in order to make way for the poultry units.
Is Joe stabbing Clifford in the back - or is he offering him a helping hand?
What is going on at The Woolpack? Whatever it is, it's a lot fishier than Amos expected!
Is this the end of the line for Joe and Karen?
It is time for the Piranha fish to leave The Woolpack, but Amos discovers that's easier said than done!
Joe has made enemies in the village. Will Annie stand by him? Preparations are underway for the barn dance, whilst Clifford and Peggy must make a decision about their future, now the stock has been removed from Lower Hall Farm.
It's the night of the Barn Dance at Emmerdale Farm, but things are looking bleak for Amos.
Pat drives Janie back to the train station, picking up a book for Jack on the way. As she drives along the roads back to Beckindale she swerves to miss a flock of sheep, however hitting one before coming off the road.
Jack struggles with the news of Pat's death. Annie tries to console him. News spreads of the loss around the village.
It's the day of Pat's funeral. The cars arrive at Emmerdale and the family silently make their way to the church service.
Annie's concerned as Jack barely speaks to anyone and immerses himself in work. Tom sits alone in a pub outside the village.
In the aftermath of Pat's funeral, Jack has grown further and further from his family - and closer to breaking point.
Jack's disappearance from the farm is still unexplained and Annie has become increasingly anxious about him. Alan is preparing for the upcoming cricket match. Jack breaks down and Annie comforts him. Jack realises he has to put his baby son Robert first now.
Jackie's holiday plans are causing more trouble than he bargained for, especially for Kathy.
Will Sandie's interview with Joe mark the start of a new direction in her life? Jack is annoyed when a driver almost causes an accident, especially as his wife recently died in a car crash. Robin Parr comes to the village. He is a friend of Alan. Robin says he was almost attacked by a surly dark haired farmer just now when there was a near accident. Alan realises this is Jack Sugden. Alan says there was a tragedy recently hence why Jack is a bit tense.
Kathy has little reason to enjoy working at Emmerdale Farm just now - and Jack does nothing to help. Sandie has not got the job, a man named Eric Pollard has the job. Alan is ready for the looming cricket match.
The day of the Beckindale cricket match, and Alan's hopes for a personal triumph are being strangely undermined.
New Hotten Market auctioneer Eric Pollard pays Sandie a visit at her office at Hotten Cattle Market and immediately starts showing her who is boss. Joe makes a big decision about his future, but there could be even bigger decisions ahead for Phil and Sandie. Some gypsies have parked their caravans in the village.
Amos believes he is the victim of Gypsy's curse - and Seth is more than willing to lend a hand to the Supernatural. Alan introduces Eric to Amos and Henry. Alan says that Sandie is kind of related to Joe.
Harvest time means hard work at Emmerdale Farm, but Jack discovers there's a dangerous price to pay for pushing yourself too hard.
Phil tries to assure Sandie that his marriage is over.
Phil arrives at Emmerdale Farm for dinner and it's not going to be an easy evening for Sandie especially as Annie is hoping his wife will be there.
As Sandie prepares for the Antiques Sale an unexpected encounter brings her face to face with an unpleasant reality.
Joe and Phil stand on the brink of a new future, but what price will their families pay for their ambitions?
When Joe tries to buy Jack's old home at auction, he hasn't reckoned with his brother's strong attachment to the past.
Phil asks his wife for breathing space, but for Sandie the marriage is well and truly over. However, she may have revealed too much to Dolly, who is starting to get suspicious. Meanwhile, Henry puts the pianola in the bar without Amos' permission, and Jackie holds off on telling Kathy that there is no work for her at the farm.
As the villagers begin to gossip about Sandie and Phil, Sandie worries just what her family will think.
A quiet evening in The Woolpack turns very sour when Lesley comes looking for her husband.
Annie is determined to speak her mind about Sandie and Phil but Sandie's in no mood to listen.
Has Sandie closed the door on her life at Emmerdale Farm?
After Sandie's departure Annie finds little comfort from her family.
Annie has an unexpected visitor. While a bribe helps Amos's badger hunt.
Alan pays a heavy price for a free lunch - and Henry makes a disturbing discovery.
A big day for Emmerdale Farm puts Joe on the spot.
Seth is hailed as a hero - but there's a shock for Phil.
Phil and Sandie are fast outstaying their welcome in Joe's home and an alarming incident at NY Estates does nothing to soften his mood. A young youth is involved in the incident.
Amos has a big surprise in store for Henry at Christmas. All he has to do now is get it into The Woolpack unnoticed!
Christmas comes early for Sandie when Phil finds them a new home.
Sandie and Phil are forced to invite Archie to stay for a meal when he arrives for his money and they are unable to pay him.
Preparations get underway for Alan's N.Y. Estates gathering. Seth expects the party to be boring and secretly plans to spice it up.
The Sugden family gathers on Christmas Eve for the nativity play, and Jack has a few surprises planned for the village. A far more disturbing surprise awaits Dolly on her return to the farm.
1985
Can Joe Sugden stop brother Jack from wrecking the family?
The Woolpack has a new attraction - and Amos is trying to get rid of her!
Pat can't bring herself to leave the farm, but Annie is running out of patience with Jack.
Jackie is thinking about marriage - or so he says.
Jack claims his affair with Karen is over - can Pat trust him anymore?
Joe is leaving for France again, and Annie must face the family crisis without him.
Henry returns from abroad - can Amos get Doreen out of The Woolpack in time?
As Alan plans a banquet at NY Estates, Caroline discovers she's already had enough!
Amos is determined to become president of the Horticultural Society. Seth is determined to stop him!
Will Jackie settle down with Alison? Their families believe a wedding may be in the air.
Sandie wants to quit her job at the market. Can Karen persuade her to stay?
It's Valentine's Day, but Jack and Jackie find themselves in a lot of trouble.
Jack and Jackie have fallen out. Can Jack put things right between them?
The contest for president of the Horticultural Society comes to a head. Amos and Seth have reckoned without a dark horse in the race!
Can Henry straighten out the farm's finances? First he must take Jack on.
Tom comes out of Armley Jail. It seems he has no plans to leave Beckindale.
Tom visits Emmerdale Farm. Why is he so keen to see Pat?
Jackie and Alison are falling out. Has Jackie started to deceive her?
Jack has had enough of Tom. When Tom comes to the farm again, a confrontation is inevitable. Jack says how Tom just uses his fists all the time. A huge fight then ensues, and an upset Pat looks on, pleading for them to stop it.
Walter returns to The Woolpack, and Amos has a surprise waiting for him. But Seth has a surprise for them both!
Jackie wants to leave Alison, but has he got the courage to tell her?
Donald is struggling to raise money for the church. Amos is convinced he can raise more than Henry!
Alan is trying to break into local politics: Seth is trying to stop him.
Jackie is in trouble with Jack over money again! Will Matt help him out?
Tempers flare in the Sugden household as Dolly snaps at everyone on Matt's behalf, and Jack takes his anger out on Jackie. Meanwhile, Caroline tries to forget the night before.
The village has cast its votes for a new councillor. Alan thinks he's sure to defeat Seth.
Alan has a row with his ex-wife Jill and later drunkenly makes an unreciprocated move on Caroline. Meanwhile, Jack is disappointed with Pat's inability to trust him again.
Jackie is late for work again, and has to rush to Emmerdale Farm. Alan is regretful about making a drunken pass at Caroline last night and is highly apologetic.
A night out at a party brings disaster to Jackie on his motorbike when he meets Alan driving at speed around a blind corner.
Jackie is fighting for his life - all the family can do is wait.
Seth opens the NY Estates Social Club, but Alan isn't very welcome there.
Has Tom outstayed his welcome at Emmerdale Farm? Jack certainly thinks so.
It's time for Alan to make his peace with the Sugdens. Can Jack and Pat forgive and forget?
Henry has plans to bring The Woolpack up to date - but it's a struggle to convince Amos they'll work.
Can Emmerdale Farm raise enough cash to buy more stock? Jack believes he has the answer.
Why is Terence so secretive about his past?
It's war between The Woolpack and Seth's social club and Amos has a secret weapon!
Jackie faces his final operation with memories of the last one uppermost in his mind.
It's market day and Emmerdale Farm and NY Estates are set for another confrontation. Will Alan triumph again?
Seth has engaged a special attraction for the Social Club. But not everything comes off as planned!
Amos has a terrifying new hobby. All he has to do now is persuade Henry it's a good idea.
When Alan finds Seth a new assistant, he gets nothing but trouble in return.
Jackie disobeys doctor's orders - and it's not only Jackie who gets into trouble.
A day out in the country turns sour for Dolly. Matt fears the worst for his son.
Alan's day trip with the workforce turns into a shambles, but only Seth could make matters worse.
When Amos turns bee-keeper, his first crop of honey comes to a sticky end!
There's anarchy in Beckindale when Seth's donkey gets loose. Turner has decided the time has come for extreme measures!
The family celebrates Jackie's homecoming but he soon discovers that his troubles are far from over.
Alan is determined to take over the village fete. Dolly is determined to stop him.
When Amos's new hobby gets out of hand, there's a sting in the tail for Seth!
Has Jackie given up the struggle to get better? Annie is determined he won't.
Everyone in Beckindale seems to hate Terence. Sandie isn't so sure she does.
Reverend Hinton has everything planned for the village fete. But he's reckoned without Amos and Seth!
If Alan can't find some money fast, he may find he's looking for a new job.
Donald has promised to keep Alan's secret. Amos is determined to reveal it.
Dolly and Sandie have fallen out. When tempers flare at The Woolpack, it seems Dolly has gone too far.
When Alan brings sad tidings of Donald, Amos thinks it's down to him to save the vicar!
Jackie is determined to do well at the Connelton dog trials. Has Jack ruined his chances?
Matt and Dolly have their holiday booked. Will pressures at Emmerdale Farm get in their way?
Alan's day turns sour when he offers Jack a helping hand.
It's the day of the Charity Concert at The Woolpack and Seth has a score to settle with Amos!
Karen has business in Beckindale. Can Jack forget the past?
There's land for sale near Emmerdale Farm. Jack is determined to get his hands on it - so is Alan.
The Sugdens have fallen out with Harry. Will the arguments get out of hand?
Pat and Sandie are at loggerheads. Has Sandie had enough of life at Emmerdale Farm?
Amos has a new line in catering at The Woolpack. Henry doubts that their customers will swallow it!
It's the day of the auction at The Woolpack. Pat can't avoid Karen any longer.
Jack and Alan open the bidding at the auction. Who will get the land?
When disease threatens Emmerdale's livestock, Matt reckons Harry has a lot to answer for.
Dolly has some news for Matt, but a quiet evening in the village turns sour for them both.
There's a shock in store for Henry - Amos has turned electrician!
Money is missing from Home Farm office. Alan suspects Caroline.
Matt and Dolly are hoping for another child. Will their hopes be confirmed?
It's the day of the 'Skipdale Agricultural Show'. Jack is determined to win a prize this year, but there's a fright in store for Matt and Dolly.
Jackie has marriage plans. Will Sita say yes?
Jackie and Sita have decided to marry. How will the family take the news?
Jack has left harvesting very late. Has he taken one risk too many?
Jack wants a row with Harry, but Harry has plans of his own in hand.
Sandie leaves for work in the morning, catching the bus from Connelton Road. Derek, Keith, and another one of his associates wait for the security van to pull up at Home Farm.
Sandie faces a dilemma when the police make enquiries at Emmerdale Farm
It's the day of the Horticultural Show in Beckindale, and Amos and Seth are ready to battle. Seth has a smash hit - but not the kind he was expecting!
On the day of the Beckindale Harvest Festival, the Sugdens remember Sam, whilst Amos is determined to win. Meanwhile, Derek threatens Harry with Sgt. MacArthur sniffing around...
Dolly is expecting an addition to the family, but it seems there may be problems ahead.
Jackie has made his wedding plans, but is Sita so sure she'll be a part of them?
Harry seems to have money to burn. Jackie is determined to find out where it comes from.
Jackie gives Sgt. MacArthur reason to be suspicious of Harry, whilst Alan meets Caroline's children. Also, Amos is nervous over meeting the Lovable Landlords of the Year judge.
Harry is almost caught by Sgt. MacArthur and Sgt. MacArthur is thrown out of Emmerdale Farm when he accuses Jackie of wasting police time. Meanwhile, Amos is furious when Henry mistakes the Lovable Landlords of the Year judge for noisy shoot-goers.
Jackie tries to make Sandie come forward about the armed robbery but fails. Meanwhile, the Christmas lights at The Woolpack don't work properly and Seth lets a ferret loose to Amos's horror.
Pat is thrilled to learn she is pregnant, whilst Harry tries to make "amends" with Matt. Also, Terence tries to flirt with Kathy but she is unimpressed.
Terence is rejected by both Kathy and Sandie, whilst Harry offends Sita, and Jackie is desperate to have it out with him.
Harry almost faces the consequences after getting on the wrong side of Derek, whilst Pat is pleased that Dolly is happy that she's pregnant.
Alan is looking forward to Christmas, but Terence has plans of his own.
Harry, Jackie and Matt almost come to blows, whilst Terence leaves to run a ski slope. Also, Alan is thrilled when Caroline accepts his invite to Christmas at his.
1984
Pat falls out with Jackie, but the real cause of her worries lies elsewhere.
Jackie, Mike and Archie confront Harry about the money he owes them, but he just laughs at them. They try to stand up to Harry but he chases them away and they all quickly run off, scared. Pat keeps worrying about Sandie and wishes she was back at the farm so she could help her get over the baby.
Jackie, Archie and Mike get their own back on Harry, whilst Henry is worried when he finds Amos's prescription pills.
Jackie, Archie and Mike are infuriated when Harry still refuses to pay up, and Jock is thrilled when Matt quits his job. Meanwhile, Amos decides to go to a health farm
Jackie narrowly avoids an accident on his motorbike - but who tried to knock him down? Meanwhile, Amos is in heaven at the health farm.
Jackie is attacked by a motorcycle gang, whilst Sgt. MacArthur convinces Harry to drop the charges over Matt stealing his dog after making it clear he knows he tried to run over Jackie. Meanwhile, Jock is thrilled to get his job back.
Alan must face his responsibilities at Home Farm . Especially as his estranged wife Jill turns up.
Amos takes Annie to the Licensed Victualler's banquet, but his idea of a good time may not be the same as hers.
Seth is in trouble at work but he knows how to pass the buck - and in Amos's direction.
A calf is about to be born at Emmerdale Farm and Jackie must deal with it by himself.
Alan tries to catch a thief, and discovers that the whole village is involved - including Donald!
Amos is determined to drive some hard bargains at the jumble sale. Seth and Sam have other ideas.
It's worrying enough for Amos when all The Woolpack customers disappear; it's even more worrying when they all return!
Jackie is still uneasy with Jack. Can Matt provide him with the companionship he needs?
The new bull at NY Estates proves his worth - but not quite in the way everyone expects.
Amos has decided to do battle with his rival pub, but things quickly get out of hand.
Annie is deeply hurt by Jack's new plans for the farm: it looks like a row's brewing at Emmerdale.
Amos solves his financial problems at The Woolpack, but his domestic problems are only just beginning.
After 2 years away, Tom Merrick is back in Beckindale. Sandie is also back after several months away. It opens up some old wounds for the Sugden family.
Why is Henry sprucing himself up? Amos believes it has something to do with the barmaid at The Malt Shovel.
Tom draws Jackie into some shady dealings, and Jackie is shocked when he discovers what they are.
Pat tells Tom to get out of Beckindale - but will he take Sandie with him?
Tom wants Jackie to go poaching again - will Jackie say no?
Amos prepares a meal for Annie and Donald. However, it becomes a disaster when the cooker explodes and The Woolpack kitchen is ruined by hot casserole.
Tom is leaving Beckindale, certain to go to prison. Will Sandie stand by him or stay at Emmerdale Farm?.
Alan's job is on the line and his boss must decide to keep him or sack him.
With Sandie gone, Pat feels that her family is falling part. Can Jack give her the support she needs?
Amos tries to redecorate his kitchen, and very little of the wallpaper ends up on the wall!
Lambing is always an anxious time at the farm, but this year a dog on the loose is an added headache for Matt and Jackie.
There's chaos at The Woolpack when Jackie, Mike and Archie start work. Can Henry stop them wrecking the place?
Can Seth save his friendship with Jackie, or is Jackie determined to make him his enemy?
Alan tries to use the church for NY Estates' benefit, but he's reckoned without Donald.
Caroline wants the police to investigate the shooting of her dog. It looks like more trouble for Jackie.
Two strangers arrive in Beckindale and Annie is surprised to recognise a face from her past.
Caroline is determined to take Jackie to court. Can Donald persuade her to drop the case?
Annie has always been content with life in Beckindale. Is she now beginning to have her doubts?
Amos is convinced his new microwave oven will improve The Woolpack - if only he knew how to use it.
Caroline wants to know who let her dog loose to be shot. Will Seth tell her the truth?
When the water shortage threatens Beckindale, Amos decides to stock extra beer - but the brewery has bad news for him.
Seth is determined to play in the annual NY Estates versus Beckindale cricket match. Alan is determined Seth won't.
Jack confronts Alan over the illegal dam at NY Estates. Will Alan back down?
The Woolpack is running out of beer, but Jackie reckons he has the answer - all he needs is a bit of cash.
Jack sets off to demolish Turner's dam, but there's a surprise in store for him when he gets there.
It's the day of the cricket match and there are plenty of old scores to be settled. With Amos as umpire, anarchy will never be far away!
Jack has plans for developing the farm, but Jackie's interests are more romantic!
Has Jack overstepped the mark this time? Matt certainly thinks so.
Can Annie keep the peace on the farm? Jack is hardly helping.
The Woolpack is caught trading after hours and Amos, after unintentionally insulting Sgt. MacArthur, finds himself arrested.
Will Jack obey Henry's orders? It seems he has no choice.
While Amos discovers a traitor in his midst, Henry and Jack make their peace - but not in the way Henry was expecting.
With the finances in chaos, Henry is determined to create a new regime. Will Jack agree?
Likely to go to prison, Tom wants Sandie to make Emmerdale Farm her home: but can Pat heal the rift with her daughter?
On the brink of an affair with Karen, Jack is surprised to discover it's not as secret as he thought.
Drunk on the eve of his trial, Tom gets into trouble in The Woolpack - but there's help at hand from an unlikely quarter.
Alan is keen to testify against Tom. Is it prison this time for Tom?
Pat is worried about her marriage. Can Jack hide his feelings for Karen and allay her fears?
Dolly is puzzled by Matt's attitude to Jack. Can Matt keep his secret for much longer?
Jackie wants to move out of the farmhouse, will Annie agree to him living in Joe's old cottage?
Sandie goes for a job at the Market - and Jack sees a threat to his affair with Karen.
A strike at NY Estates threatens the harvest. Can Alan resolve the dispute?
It's the day of the harvest festival and if Donald thought Alan was helping the church, he's got a shock in store.
Jack has fallen in love with Karen, when Matt tries to talk some sense into him, will Jack listen?
Jack wants to take Karen away for the weekend. Can he cover his traces at the farm?
Amos is determined to win the pumpkin competition, but so is Seth. Can Henry ensure fair play?
Turner is in trouble again - with Head Office this time, and there's no Mrs Bates to help him out.
It's the judging day of the pumpkin competition. Sam is confident - and so is the wily Seth!
Annie takes her dad's morning cup of tea up but is saddened to find that he has passed away during the night in his sleep. She goes downstairs and Pat asks what is wrong. Annie breaks the news that her father has died.
As Joe returns for the family funeral, the village mourns one of its favourite sons.
Annie's delighted to discover Joe will be home for Christmas, and Pat has been making a discovery of her own about Jack.
As Donald tries to organise the Christmas show in the village, Amos and Alan vie for the same part!
Annie confronts Jack about Karen. Will he break off his affair?
Pat is on the brink of leaving him, but Jack decides to see Karen again.
As rehearsals for 'The Pirates of Penzance' proceed, Amos discovers he may be losing his voice!
Joe rejoins his family for Christmas, and as they celebrate and enjoy the village show, Jack is conspicuous by his absence.
1987
Dolly hadn't seen her adopted son for eighteen years when he arrived out of the blue on Christmas Eve. Now Christmas is over but Graham shows no sign of leaving Beckindale.
Dolly is torn on what to do about Graham.
When a stranger comes to Emmerdale Farm looking for Graham, Dolly finds out some unexpected truths about her son - but the question is, what does she do?
Matt has had enough. He wants Graham out of his house - and soon.
Nick is far from happy, when Caroline finds out why Alan is in for a shock.
Dolly tries to clear the air with Matt and Graham's future seems finally decided...or is it?
Matt and Dolly are taking Graham back to the army, but Graham decides the army will have to wait.
There's a woman in Amos's life. The trouble is, he's got no idea who she is.
The police are asking questions about Graham and Matt and Dolly find themselves at odds with the law.
Kathy faces a difficult time on her first day at work and it's even more difficult when Graham comes out of hiding and demands her help.
Amos is ready to tell his life story on local radio - but is local radio ready for Amos?
Kathy can't keep her secret any longer. Can Dolly get to Graham before the police do?
Graham has gone and Jackie for one is glad to see the back of him, but Dolly returns from army camp with some surprising news.
Alan believes there's conspiracy in the air, and that Joe is at the bottom of it.
Phil and Joe make a startling discovery at The Mill, and it looks like their dreams of success are about to turn sour.
Matt and Dolly go to the army camp to bring Graham home, but someone else has very different ideas, and Graham has one more shock in store for Dolly.
Jackie is missing on the high fells in terrible weather. He must be found, but time is running out.
Alan is worried about his future at NY Estates, but what Joe tells him gives Alan more to worry about than his career.
Alan's secret knowledge is beginning to weigh heavily.
A visit from the Bishop of Skipdale brings a challenge for Reverend Hinton: has the time come for him to move on from Beckindale?
Amos plans to make Robert's first birthday a magical occasion - if all goes well!
Joe tries to stop the row between Sandie and Eric, but it looks like there's no way of avoiding confrontation at the market.
Sandie suspects crooked dealings at the antique sales. A surprising discovery does nothing to calm her fears.
As Reverend Hinton faces a decision about his future in Beckindale, news breaks which questions the whole future of the village.
News of a nuclear waste dump in Beckindale has left the village shocked and stunned. But after that, comes the anger!
A bitter confrontation between Jack and Joe can't be postponed any longer.
It's time for the nuclear industry to state its case in Beckindale, but some people don't want to listen. Nick has his own reasons for staying away from the meeting.
Eric's career hangs in the balance and Sandie has to face up to saying something that may cost him his job.
Henry walks from the shop down the side of The Woolpack and sees a huge "No Nukes Here" sign sprayed onto the wall.
Jackie Merrick comes across a dead sheep in one of the fields at Emmerdale Farm.
A councillor, Mr. Bailey, who is behind the nuclear waste disposal site in Beckindale visits the Village Hall and discusses the scheme with the reluctant residents including Dolly and Jack who speak up against it.
Phil finds his driver side tyre has been slashed and goes to replace the tyre. Meanwhile, the culprit, Eric, continues his hate campaign against Sandie. He finds a window has been left unlocked at The Mill and climbs in through the window. He snoops round and reads Sandie's letter from her father Tom. As he is doing so, Joe drives into the front yard, gets out and knocks on the door. Eric flinches. Joe then leaves and Eric breathes a huge sigh of relief.
Alan finds himself fighting for survival. Archie asks for a place to stay for a night or 2. Amos allows him to stay at The Woolpack. Archie plays loud music upstairs, and Amos is slightly unnerved by this.
Jackie and Matt see 2 surveyors on Pencross Fell. They are sure to win the battle against the nuclear dump. As Phil goes out for the evening, a drunken Eric breaks into Mill Cottage and terrorises Sandie for getting him sacked. He threatens her with a poker. He then pours his heart out to her saying at 42 years old he has hardly achieved anything in life. Sandie takes pity on Eric and takes him home. The future of NY Estates Yorkshire branch is uncertain.
Sandie is still recovering from being held hostage with a poker by Eric. She puts on a brave face for Phil and does not tell him about the incident. When plans to site a nuclear waste dump near Beckindale take an unexpected step forwards, Jackie finds himself at the centre of a violent confrontation. Henry is told that he is a grandfather. But he wonders why Marian has waited until after the birth of Nicolo to tell Henry.
Archie has been forced to leave home. After a night of chaos in The Woolpack, Amos is beginning to understand why!
Jackie has spent the night in the police cells but has been released on bail. He is facing an assault charge.
Jack is afraid that the rest of the family have given up the struggle.
Phil has every reason to feel optimistic but Sandie cannot share his enthusiasm.
Amos has a surprise for the village but his well-intentioned plan could land him in serious trouble.
On the morning of Kathy and Jackie's court case there is an unexpected protest - or is it just mindless vandalism. Amos may be facing a lawsuit from Meadows over his article in the newspaper. Alan and Amos argue over it.
Seth's reputation is restored when he galvanizes the whole village into action. The villagers all protest "No Dump" and Sgt Ian MacArthur says the builders of the dump will not be here today. The villagers think they have won but MacArthur says to Henry that they will be back another time.
There's a long-awaited reunion as Henry welcomes his daughter Marian to Beckindale, along with her husband Paolo, son Nicolo and step daughter Francesca. Paolo jokes that English rural folk are called "yokels". Stirred by memories of the past, Jack is more than curious to see what has become of Marian.
Matt discovers that work at Emmerdale Farm is the last thing on Jack's mind at present - and he decides it's time for a few home truths. Meanwhile, Archie finds an injured owl and makes a friend in Francesca.
An evening at the farm promises to be a happy occasion for Marian as old friendships are renewed with the Sugdens. Marian plays the piano. But not everyone is taken in by her husband's charm, and Jack is in no mood for polite conversation. Paolo does not like Jack keep smiling at his wife Marian just because he once dated her. Jack thinks Paolo is a snob and says he feels sorry for him.
A brief encounter with a mysterious woman puts all thoughts of work out of Joe's mind and leads Alan to believe that his boss may be cracking up under pressure! Francesca carries on acting oddly, and purposely smashes a glass onto the floor of The Woolpack. Paolo gets talking with Eric about antiques and books. Paolo says he will do business but only if the books are worthy, as he does not like his time wasted. Paolo then introduces Eric to Marian.
Francesca sits eavesdropping on the stairs as Jack and Marian have dinner together. Caroline dolls herself up and waits excited and impatient for Jack to arrive.
Paolo continues to give Marian a hard time over Jack. Marian becomes annoyed by Francesca teasing Nicolo and warns Paolo to do something about it.
Annie has sharp words to say about Jack's relationship with Marian. Paolo is in hospital, severely injured. His wife, Marian keeps a bedside vigil.
Henry is saddened by the prospect of Marian's return to Italy; but should he try to make her change her mind? Eric is stopped by police and is asked if he knows anything about the shooting of Paolo, seeing as he did a deal with him recently. Eric denies he knows anything and is free to go for now. There is uncertainty at Home Farm when Howard calls to see Alan and Joe.
There is panic at The Woolpack when Francesca goes missing.
Annie tries to bridge the gulf between father and daughter as the Rossetti family prepares to leave for Italy.
Matt and Dolly are determined to secure the future of the farm - they're not prepared to let Jack stand in their way. Henry is despondent as Marian and the Rosettis' return to Italy, whilst Archie has company watching over Pencross Fell.
Getting closer to Ruth is just what Joe wants - but not courtesy of an angry bull!
Eric's driving is erratic and Sgt. MacArthur and his colleague follow him in their police car. Eric runs a red light. He is stopped by MacArthur and fined £20. MacArthur also suspects that Eric may have something to do with the robbery at Paolo Rosetti's house. Success for Jack at the NY sale is marred by an angry row with Joe. Seth and Archie find getting drunk with Albert a truly moving experience. Albert hooks Archie's van onto his vehicle and drives off, with Seth and Archie inside.
News for the fat man, news for the rabbit - is Beckindale ready for Archie's Teenage Rural Angst? But that's only if he makes it back in time for the premiere of Jack's new play, after he and Seth find themselves stranded in Leeds. Meanwhile, Annie wonders just why Joe wanted the milk quotas, and whether Demdyke is safe as a result. The stage catches fire at the end of the play.
Annie needs her family to help her make a difficult decision, but is she willing to tell them just how much pain she is in. Meanwhile, Henry makes a decision in regards to his daughter.
Joe's economy plans are going to cost Estate workers their jobs and Bill may be the first to go, but Joe is determined that he can get things sorted. Some junk has been dumped near the trout river at Home Farm and Alan wants Seth and Bill to clear it up. Bill and Seth reluctantly do so, but Bill says he is a cowman not a labourer. Annie makes a decision to have her knee replacement surgery, Phil attempts to take Sandie's mind off her upcoming exams, and Henry invites Amos to go with him to Italy.
Annie puts on a brave face as she leaves Emmerdale Farm to go into hospital, but a conversation with Henry reveals her real fears. Meanwhile, Alan catches Archie and Nick trying to poach trout down at the river. They say they are not poaching, but looking for a missing watch. Jock finds the letter ordering redundancies. He is seen by Caroline who says he cannot just read personal documents on Alan's desk. Jock is livid, and wants to speak to Alan about the redundancies. Henry and Amos struggle to find someone to cover at The Woolpack whilst they are away.
Amos and Henry have still not found anyone to run The Woolpack in their absence. Alan thinks he's found a surprising answer. Meanwhile, the Sugdens begin life with Annie away, and Joe finds himself as public enemy number one when news of the redundancies gets out, despite his reassurances that nobody is going to be without a job. Bill confronts Joe in The Woolpack about assuring there are no redundancies when there may be. He accuses Joe of being selfish and a liar. Bill almost attacks Joe but is restrained by Jock and Seth.
Shearing is in full swing at Emmerdale Farm, and Phil's enthusiasm for his new job is beginning to wain. Bill is worried about his future at NY Estates. After a day of shearing, Phil comes in and is totally worn out. He falls asleep in his chair at the dinner table.
Alan has made careful plans for Christopher Meadows visit, but the NY workforce decide it's time to show him how they really feel. And there are a few mishaps during Meadows visit.
As Caroline takes over The Woolpack, Alan eagerly awaits the arrival of her replacement - the lovely Denise. But Denise isn't quite the woman that he was hoping. As he awaits her arrival, Joe says Denise could not make it do he has Tony. Alan thinks it is a woman called Toni, but he is then peeved to be met by Tony Marchant, a man. Tony is the nephew of NY Estates director Christopher Meadows, although initially he does not tell Alan. Alan sulks at having a male secretary and makes life hell for Tony.
Jackie is in no mood for a lecture from Dolly about Kathy Bates staying overnight. Jackie says it is nothing to do with her or anyone else. Alan continues to be difficult to his male temporary secretary Tony Marchant.
Caroline may have taken over The Woolpack, but she can't escape from Alan. Meanwhile, Jackie and Kathy find a place where they can be alone together - perhaps.
Jackie and Kathy's night in a caravan isn't quite as romantic as they hoped - especially when unexpected guests arrive in the morning.
A dilemma for Sgt MacArthur and Hotten Police.
There's a victory to celebrate at Emmerdale Farm, but some of the guests are more in the mood for a fight than a party. Jackie has had enough of Tony trying to seduce Kathy. Kathy tells Tony that she does not fancy him. Jackie smiles.
Alan is horrified to discover he's on the wrong side of the law, as him and Matt are served with injunctions to avoid going near the fence at Pencross Fell. Meanwhile, Ruth worries about the state of some of the cattle at Hotten Market. Elsewhere, Amos and Henry settle back into things at The Woolpack after their trip to Italy, whilst Mrs Bates is put out with Alan's behaviour upon her return to Home Farm. Ruth sees Mr Bracknell at Hotten Market and finds he is rather an unpleasant man. She tells him about the state of his animals. He tells her to worry more about budgies. He gets into his car and drives off.
Nick celebrates his eighteenth birthday with his girlfriend and has far too much drink after receiving his A-Level results - a day to remember turns into a day he'd rather forget. Meanwhile, Joe attempts to placate Ruth with words after she has a disagreement with one of the suppliers to the market, and Jack ponders what to do up at Pencross Fell.
Amos is determined to bring a touch of Italian culture to Beckindale - but there's nothing cultured about the bitter clash between Jack and Turner. Nick feels downtrodden after awakening from his drunken night, Phil attempts to put his foot down with Joe in regards to the money he is owed, and Jackie encourages Jack to defy the law.
Jack has defied the law - now he has to face the consequences. As the Sugdens rally round, Turner attempts to distance himself from Jack's actions, as he spies the perfect opportunity to get one back at him after his outburst the previous week. Ruth and Sandie put one of the sellers at the market in his place, before Ruth eventually gives in to the tension between her and Joe, whilst Kathy begins her first shift as barmaid at The Woolpack.
A candle-lit dinner with Ruth doesn't turn out as planned for Joe, especially when his day also features a punch to the face. Meanwhile, with Jack in prison, the plan to utilise young Robert in the campaign against the nuclear dump doesn't get off the ground when Turner makes it clear to the press that the committee is at loggerheads, which sends disapproval amongst the other villagers.
Jack is out of jail with a new plan to fight the nuclear dump - but some of the villagers are a little sceptical. And when men in trucks arrive at Pencross Fell, could it all be too late? Meanwhile, Dolly finds herself a little lost when Sam starts school, and Sandie puts her foot in it when she asks Ruth about her dinner date with Joe. Joe hears on the radio that the government have pulled out of turning Pencross Fell into a nuclear dump. They had made the decision a month ago, but it took time for the news to reach Beckindale. There is celebrations all round. Jack and Henry visit Pencross Fell, and it is now nice and quiet, no trucks, no people. Jack says it is like they were never here.
The Sugdens are looking forward to Annie's return. Jack worries about telling her about his prison sentence. Amos is pleased that the campaign is finally over and they can finally get some peace and quiet, just as Archie roars past on his scooter.
Ruth goes to Crossgill Farm, barging into the house and finding the place in a mess. Mr Metcalfe is horrified to find Ruth in his house and throws her out. Phil thinks the second unit at Mill Cottage is being priced too high by Joe
Mr Metcalfe is surprised by Matt's kindness. Jackie still refuses to go to Malcolm's wedding. Caroline is feeling down on the day of Malcolm's wedding but puts on an act around Kathy and Nick.
Sam isn't feeling well so Dolly calls the school. Henry and Amos ask Archie when he will be leaving, but Archie is offended. Matt plans to talk to Mr Metcalfe about getting his animals seen to, but Ruth wants to see him right away.
A man, Sykes, goes to collect Joe's dead horse and asks Seth for directions. Joe is feeling annoyed and sad and is cool with Sykes. Alan is annoyed when Tony waits until he has made dinner to reveal that he's going to Sandie's.
Mr Metcalfe stares at a photo of Mary. Alan advises Tony to purchase a bike instead of getting the bus. Archie complains about capitalism, but Phil makes a joke when he offers him a job of helping repair the roof. Jackie tells Tony to get stuffed.
Sandie worries the roof isn't safe to stand on, but Phil tells her to go back inside. He teases Archie when he arrives later than Phil. Kathy waits for Jackie to ring but Tony calls her instead.
Henry is sour towards Eric. Henry finds funny that Amos counts the glasses that go outside, and that he's realised that Eric must have taken a glass. Eric arrives at Crossgill Farm but Mr Metcalfe slams the door in his face.
Joe discovers he's not the only one looking forward to a romantic weekend with Ruth. Liam is also there, and plans to woo Ruth. Joe meets Ruth's parents George and Louise.
Kathy gets a taste of high society, while Ruth's father, and her fiancée, try to put Joe in his place. Jackie is desperate for a date so phones up some of his old girlfriends, including Carol. He even considers Alison. After having a few drinks, Joe and Ruth discuss Liam and he thinks she should not marry him. Joe says that when Liam is away, that Ruth may have some hanky panky with a stable boy in the barn. She slaps him. They then kiss. The following morning, they all are sorry for what they said last night as they had a few drinks. Joe and Ruth drive back to Beckindale. A short time later, Joe is shocked when Liam turns up at The Woolpack.
Joe is warned off Ruth by Liam, in a nice way. Liam has stayed the night at Joe's house. Eric tries to con Mr Metcalfe again and Metcalfe comes at him with a gun, telling him to clear off. Eric gets into his car, and Metcalfe fires a bullet into the air. At the vet's, Joe and Ruth discuss her relationship with Liam. Matt has done a deal with Alan but so has Jack. Sandie and Ruth enlist Tony's help in rebelling against the scheming Eric Pollard.
Kathy gets a phonecall from her father Malcolm, telling her that she has a new baby brother, William Malcolm. Liam is trying to persuade Ruth to go back to Ireland with him, but she wants to stay in Beckindale and establish herself as a vet.
When Seth's bicycle lets him down Alan is called to the rescue, but there's no sign of Seth. Seth hitches a lift. He later meets up with Archie. Seth mentions his birthday is coming up, on the 22nd. Archie says that is when his birthday is. Phil has some plans to make money. Alan later catches Seth in The Woolpack. He berates him for abandoning the scene where his bike let him down as a search party was sent out.
Archie is listening to loud music while operating machinery on Emmerdale Farm land. Jack is not happy as he sees it as a distraction. No-one has seen Metcalfe for over a week but Matt doesn't want to intrude. Metcalfe does some work on his farm but exerts himself, even falling down when mending a fence. He starts to feel unwell, so goes for a lie down and says his late wife Mary's name, but then dies in his armchair.
Sam makes a tragic discovery and tells his father Matt. Metcalfe is laying dead in his armchair. Seth's birthday is coming up. Alan wants to know how old he will be so seeks out the Home Farm staff records. But they do not mention his age. A doctor and Sgt. MacArthur attend the death scene of Mr Metcalfe and MacArthur wants to know if he had any family. Matt is unsure. The cause of death is suspected heart attack. A document states that Mr Metcalfe bought Crossgill Farm in 1942 for £500. MacArthur says the parish will probably bury him.
Mr Metcalfe is laid to rest. Matt and Dolly attend his funeral. The cake is baked, the guests invited, and all is set for celebration at The Woolpack - but Seth is not the only one in for a surprise.
Jackie and Kathy surprise Beckindale with news of their engagement, but not everyone shares their delight. Sandie gets some exam results. She has passed. A gathering is held at Emmerdale Farm to celebrate Jackie and Kathy's engagement. Joe has some news for Sandie. There are plans to turn Hotten Cattle Market into a hypermarket.
Sandie has growing doubts about her future due to the news that Hotten Cattle Market is going to be turned into a supermarket. Tony is going back to Lincoln today, and says goodbye to Kathy. There has been a break in at Crossgill Farm. At Hotten Market, a man named Wilson causes a stir, saying sexist things to Sandie, and Jackie almost resorts to violence. Wilson says that Arthur Golding should not have sold the market to NY Estates. Wilson then leaves. Matt finds out he has inherited Crossgill Farm.
Ruth discovers that she has to compete for Joe's affections with another woman - and a horse! A stray horse is running loose around the fells. Hinton attends the funeral of the wife of Rabbi Lionel Weiss, a friend of his.
The stray horse is still running loose around Beckindale. Annie is cooking a pork dinner for guests at Emmerdale Farm, but is told that Hinton's friend Lionel is a rabbi. Annie asks Dolly if she can eat the pork now, so she can cook something else for dinner tonight.
Phil gets divorce papers in the mail together with a Christmas card from his daughter. Kathy and Caroline discuss wedding dates. Caroline suggests summer, but Kathy thinks it's too far and is more into Easter.
Kathy is in a bad mood after her argument with Jackie the night before. Donald sees the runaway horse in the graveyard and calls Joe, but before he gets there Kathy, who is out walking, befriends the animal.
Malcolm wants Kathy to call off the wedding. Rabbi Lionel Weiss departs for Leeds. Jackie sees Hinton at the vicarage, and he says he is not religious but Hinton will ask some things of him in the church when he marries Kathy. Malcolm is chatting with Caroline, and he is rude about Jackie behind his back, but then puts on a smile when Jackie and Kathy come in. Sgt MacArthur arrives at The Woolpack with 2 stray turkeys.
Christmas is coming and preparations are under way at Emmerdale Farm. At Home Farm Alan is rehearsing for the pantomime to Caroline's amusement. Henry is worried what the health inspector will say if he finds out that Amos has two live turkeys in the cellar at the Woolpack.
At Emmerdale Farm they're loading poultry into the van for the Christmas sale at Hotten Market. Alan gets a card from Terence, saying that he won't be coming for Christmas.
It's time for the Beckindale Christmas pantomime, but just before it's about to start Joe gets a call from Christopher Meadows with some bad news. NY Estates is pulling out of the village. He tells Alan, but they both manage to get through the show nonetheless. During half time, Alan says that he feels he should announce the news about NY, but knows it is not the right time. The panto is a success, despite Ruth having to leave on vet business, and Seth, Jock and Bill managing to run to the Malt Shovel during intermission and get drunk.
1973
Sam is now recovering in bed following his collapse in the cowshed. Henry Wilks is going ahead with his farming plans, but has failed to strike a bargain with Harry Jameson.
Harry plays Henry and Jack off each other for the sale of his farm. The Sugdens are shocked when Bart reveals that Jack became famous in London.
Joe receives his court summons, whilst the Sugdens adjust to having a best selling author in the family. Meanwhile, Frank cleverly proposes to Janie.
Harry continues to play Henry and Jack against each other. Jack and Marian reconcile as she prepares for her cruise. Janie accepts Frank's proposal and he presents her with a self-made ring.
Jack feels Jacob has left him the farm out of spite, but is left with food for thought when Marian delivers him a few home truths.
When Jack loses interest in Jameson's Farm, Harry tries to trick Henry into paying more, but fails. Amos proposes to Annie but she lets him down gently. As Marian leaves for her cruise, she tells Henry to make it up with Jack or she won't be back.
Ten days have passed since Emmerdale Farm Limited was formed. Jack has supposedly joined Marian on her cruise and Jameson's Farm now belongs to the partnership of the Sugdens and Wilks. Sam parades around in his new suit - acquired from part of the money he received for selling his share of the farm to Henry. Preparations are underway for the sheepdog trials. Amos is running the beer tent with the help of Jerry, a local man. Trash, a well known tramp is wandering around the showground and three local youths try to chat up three girls. Henry discusses the possibility of Marian joining the local hunt set with the local squire, George Verney. Jim Latimer, a local youth follows one of the girls - Sharon Crossthwaite - as she makes her way home along the river, he catches up with her and makes her feel very uneasy.
Sam is wanting to buy himself a sheepdog puppy, he argues with his friend Hilly as he is trying to con him into buying a non pedigree sheepdog. Trash is thrown out of The Woolpack and threatened with the police. Sam gives him some money. Jim has disappeared from the sheepdog trials and his friends search for him, meanwhile Jim is taunting Sharon by the riverside and will not let her go home. Sam is pleased when he is offered a lift in Verney's Rolls Royce. Amos is jealous when he sees Henry and Annie together.
Jim eventually gives up waiting for Sharon to emerge from her hiding place in the abbey. Beryl Crossthwaite is frantic with worry. Annie suggests calling the police. Jim goes straight to The Woolpack for a drink and it is here that P.C. Ball questions him about Sharon's disappearance, he claims not to have seen her since the sheepdog trials. Henry has dinner with Verney who admits that he regrets not having any children. Sharon returns home and tells her mother that she felt ill and had to rest which was why she did not come straight home.
Annie asks Matt and Joe to look over the millhouse as she has seen a light on. Jack lets Trash stay on at the millhouse if he runs errands for him. Sharon sneaks her building society book out of the house. Jim tells Amos that he has been laid off work. Henry needs to know Jack's whereabouts so he can get him to sign some papers to change the ownership of Emmerdale Farm. Henry stays for dinner at the farmhouse. Amos takes a message from Wallace for Jack. Trash goes to The Woolpack to buy drink for Jack. Amos thinks that he must have stolen the money. Jack tells Trash to have a wash. Sharon has drawn out her life savings from the building society, she is on her own in the house counting out the money when Jim calls round. He forces his way into the house, sees the money lying on the table and grabs her.
Jack is hiding out in the millhouse trying to write his second novel. He still cannot persuade Trash to wash. Sam arrives at The Woolpack with his new puppy dog and he mentions that he has seen Jack with a woman in the village. Annie and Henry are surprised as they have both been trying to find him. There is a strained atmosphere at the Verneys as Laura tells George she wants a divorce and admits to being unfaithful. Beryl arrives at the farm where she is worried as Sharon has not been home all night. Trash complains about Jack's typewriter keeping him awake all night but Jack tells him he saw him snoring. Reverend Ruskin calls in at The Woolpack for a drink to the surprise of the regulars. He asks Amos if he is willing to give a lady who has just come out of prison a job as a barmaid. Joe finds out that Sharon withdrew £50 from her savings the day she disappeared. Verney struggles to understand why Laura wants a divorce, she tells him she's had enough of him.
Joe and Frank discuss Marian and Jack. Henry tells Annie that Emmerdale Farm needs a telephone, he asks Peggy to do the accounts for the company. Jack visits Frank to tell him that he will be able to be his best man. Laura takes an interest in Jack - the feeling seems to be mutual. Jack visits the farm where Annie tells him off for not visiting sooner and asks what happened with Marian. Peggy is not feeling very well.
Trash hands in evidence he believes will assist the police in finding Sharon, whilst Matt calls a doctor for an unwell Peggy.
Peggy has to go into hospital for observation. Amos tells Reverend Ruskin that he will give Alison a trial at The Woolpack, the vicar is impressed not suspecting that Amos has an ulterior motive. George asks Frank to shoe his hunt horses but Frank refuses saying that he is against bloodsports. Laura and Jack meet again and she invites him for a drink. Jack rushes up to the farmhouse to see how Peggy is and he shows Annie the watch found by Trash, she recognises it belongs to Sharon. Trash is absorbed by Jack's book. Jack questions him about the watch and he gets upset.
A panicked Trash makes a desperate escape from Mill Cottage in order to avoid being locked up again, but has a fall from the second storey window. A background check on Trash leaves many surprises.
Jack is seen in the pub with Laura. Jack finds Trash drunk in his bed and goes for the doctor. While he is gone, Trash falls out the window.
Following Trash's death, Jack follows Laura to London. Ex-criminal Alison meets Amos in hopes of getting a job at The Woolpack.
Frank and Janie discuss their wedding preparations with Edward, whilst Alison proves to be a hit with the Woolpack regulars.
Frank has taken Janie home as she is upset and returns to speak to Reverend Ruskin alone. He gives them both his blessing. Peggy's concerned that Jack's affair with Laura may affect Henry and George's friendship. PC Hallam looks for Jack saying he's wanted for the inquest on Monday. Matt mentions Joe may have a number for him in London. In London, Jack and Laura are at Wallace's place, they ignore the phone as it rings. Reverend Ruskin talks to George about Frank's eviction notice from Dale Properties asking if he knows them. Verney says he does.
Jack is forced to return to Beckindale for the inquest into Trash's death. Meanwhile, Matt Skilbeck discovers a rotten beam in Jameson's Farm, meaning the place could cave in at any minute.
As the verdict for Trash's inquest is revealed to be accidental death, Jack feels Trash has been let down by society. He decides to hold a funeral, but is even more disappointed when he is the only attendee.
George goes on a mission to hunt down the person responsible for trashing his good name, and attacks Jack when Laura reveals it was him.
George has a doctor sent round for Jack, but after the visit, Jack begins to experience delayed shock.
Jack has been diagnosed with shock and concussion following George's attack. Penny arrives to find her dad but is distraught to discover he recently died.
Joe is jealous when Jack and Penny begin a romance. Edward feels guilty that he couldn't visit an old woman before she died, despite Liz's comforting words.
Wedding bells ring as Edward marries Frank and Janie. Meanwhile, Penny reveals to Joe that Trash became mentally unstable following an accident prior to his arrival in the village.
Edward continues to feel dejected following the death of Mrs Hinton. Joe is infuriated when Penny forgets their trip in favour of spending more time with Jack, prompting him to leave home.
Jack reveals that he is not romantically interested in Penny, leading to a reconciliation between her and Joe. Matt and Peggy plan to move into the newly-renovated Jameson's Farm, soon to be renamed to Hawthorn Cottage.
Murderous Jim sets his stalkery eyes on Penny. Joe discovers Inglebrook House on fire and rushes to call the fire brigade.
Henry discovers the Inglebrook House fire was caused by a burning coal falling on the rug. Peggy goes into labour and gives birth to a baby boy and girl.
Crazy Jim tries to get closer to Penny by lying about Sharon and Trash. Meanwhile, Henry proposes to Alison, but she is unsure about remarrying.
Jack and Edward walk in on Jim strangling Penny and call the police. Annie and Beryl are shocked when Jim confesses to Sharon's murder. Meanwhile, Alison decides she needs a break from the village following Amos's proposal.
Penny arranges for her friend Gwen to stay with her, whilst Matt and Henry argue over the piggery, and the Sugdens leave Henry thinking.
Penny's friend Gwen arrives in the village, but Jack isn't happy to discover she has brought a friend. Later, David finds a skull at Mill Cottage.
Peggy returns home from hospital with the twins. Henry begins adjusting to farm life as he milks a cow for the first time.
Henry is angry that development at the building site has been held up by the skull discovery, while David is worried that Jack will take Gwen from him.
Joe decides to buy a motorbike, whilst Jack and David find themselves at loggerheads yet again.
Buckley disrupts the building of the piggery, as a young girl is accidentally buried. As she is rushed to hospital, Henry tells Buckley to not work on the piggery.
Frank and Janie return from their honeymoon, Joe and Penny reconcile, and David comes down with constipation.
When Penny laughs off Joe's proposal, he goes missing. Fortunately, Peggy finds him a few hours later.
Annie takes Sam to the doctors, and is surprised to find that Maurice Grant has been replaced by Clare Scott. A man is impressed with and buys some of David's paintings.
Clare prepares to take over from Maurice. Liz collapses after an agonising back injury.
Clare can't find what's wrong with Liz, while Matt informs the family that Peggy doesn't want the twins christened. Nicholas offers Penny a job as a receptionist at his hotel.
Edward discovers that Jim is in a psychiatric ward until his trial, and Joe purchases a motorbike to the disappointment of Annie.
Jack returns from London, while Nicholas gets an art critic to look at David's paintings.
David has his dreams shattered when Angus tells him he is untalented. He is shocked to get back home and find Gwen and Jack together in his bed. Meanwhile, Joe has problems with his new motorbike and almost misses his date with Penny.
David explodes at Jack but Jack makes David realise he was being used.
As David's friends and the Sugdens celebrate his birthday, he reveals that he and Gwen have decided to return to Cardiff that day.
Penny finds herself angering Joe, and it looks like their relationship is reaching its end. Joe fails his motorbike license test.
After the downfall of Joe and Penny's relationship, she leaves for Birmingham, only telling Jack.
Amos tries to find a new barmaid for The Woolpack but to no avail. Joe considers selling his motorbike as Penny has gone.
Amos is worried when the brewery informs him that there has been a complaint, but is relieved when it reveals to be for an unimportant reason. Jack is not happy when Janie accidentally smashes one of his windows, while Henry receives a letter from Alison informing him of her return.
Clare's mother and boyfriend come to see her, and Simon proposes to Clare. Janie helps a deaf elderly woman to the doctors.
Clare tells Simon that she doesn't want to marry yet. He decides to return home with Mavis. Clare refers Liz to an osteopath regarding her back, whilst Sam and Peggy row over christening the twins.
Annie helps Ronnie with the Crossthwaite's move to Hull. Meanwhile, Alison returns and begins looking for a job.
Amos offers Alison her job back but she declined, while Edward recommends her to Amy.
Peggy relents and decides to have the twins christened, but tragedy strikes when Peggy collapses and is rushed to hospital. Bobby falls running away from Joe and makes allegations that Joe hit him.
Peggy has died in hospital and the Sugdens are in mourning. Edward arrives to comfort the family and begin planning the funeral.
Grief strikes following Peggy's funeral as Henry snaps at Amos. Bob arrives and offers Matt a job that would be hard to turn down.
Janie helps out the Sugdens by looking after the twins. Henry's businessman side comes out and Annie calls him insensitive.
Amy tries to play matchmaker between Henry and Alison while Carol plays with Joe's heart.
Clare tells Amy that she can no longer run the shop, whilst Mr Lodz talks to Jack about turning his book into a film.
Amos meets his temporary replacement at The Woolpack, whilst Joe is shocked when Carol makes a declaration of love to him.
Bob tries to talk Matt round to accepting the farm manager job. Amos and Alison row as Amos accuses her of playing off him and Henry.
Bob continues to try get Matt to accept the job, while the villagers prepare for the cricket game.
Mark begins working at Emmerdale Farm, and is disappointed to return home and find his parents are passing through Beckindale, but won't see him. Meanwhile, Amy considers selling the shop, and her reasons are shown when he is hospitalised after a fall.
Mark talks to Annie about his father, and is left with good advice. Later, Ronald turns up wanting to take Mark back to London. Carol is annoyed when Joe can't get out of the cricket match.
Ronald is shocked when Mark refuses to come to London and threatens to disown him. However, George tells Ronald that Mark is always welcome with him. Meanwhile, Henry overhears Joe teasing Jack over Alison.
George sells Rose Cottage and informs Charlie that he will have new landlords. Matt finds a parcel delivered to Peggy, and discovers it's a gift for him.
Mick gets on the wrong sides of Matt and Alison, and has the audacity to call everyone else rude! Alison comforts Matt by telling him about her late husband and deceased child.
Joe passes his motorbike test, while Amos returns to York. Amy decides to sell the shop and gives Alison first refusal.
Charlie isolates himself from everyone except Jack, despite everyone trying to help him. Meanwhile, Matt tries to find a solution to his sheepdog problem.
Matt has been up all night looking for the stray dog; he wonders about Charlie's dog. Jack calls on Charlie, he has a hangover from the night before. Reverend Ruskin and Liz practice one of the hymns from choir practice. Charlie calls at the Vicarage and tells Reverend Ruskin that he can't use his privy anymore as Andrew has blocked his path. Dr. Scott arrives and Ruskin is shocked when she suggests that Charlie should be in a home. She explains that she has tried to talk to his son with little success. Annie wonders why Jack takes on all the lost causes.
Edward makes clear to Clare that he doesn't like the way she's treating Charlie. Meanwhile, Charlie sustains an injury as a result of his feud between Andrew.
As Edward, Andrew and Clare try to help Charlie, his dog escapes. Henry tries to shoot him, but Bruce can't get back into the house.
Carol stops Joe from potentially killing Bruce, instead finding him injured and takes him back to the farmhouse. Believing he is the sheep killer, Henry thinks the dog should be put down. However, Clare points out that Bruce couldn't have killed the sheep because his teeth are in poor shape.
Sam has a funny turn and Annie calls in Clare, she diagnoses him with sunstroke. A search for Fred and Charlie leads the searchers to Fred in his crashed car but no sign of Charlie.
Charlie is found and Fred is treated in hospital. Annie reveals that Charlie let his wife die, which is why she is sour toward him.
George refuses to allow Alison to purchase the shop despite being talked to by Henry. Jim's mother Hilda arrives in the village for Jim's upcoming trial.
The Sugdens take care of a horrified Hilda, whilst Joe receives a postcard from Carol and decides to write her a letter.
Matt begins to get over Peggy, whilst Edward is informed that Hilda has been arrested.
Amos discovers his brother is dying and goes to see him, leaving Henry in charge. Mark leaves for agricultural cottage, whilst an infuriated Annie tells Josh to stop calling for Jack and come see him.
Matt receives a pleasant visit from his aunt and uncle, whilst Jack receives an unpleasant visit from Josh.
George sells his share of the village shop to Alison, while Henry purchases Amy's share. Jack backs out of the film contract and leaves the village, realising he shouldn't have returned.
Beattie has taken a drastic liking to the twins. Amos writes to Henry, informing him that his brother has died.
Matt discovers his uncle has gotten a job in the village. Edward questions his faith and reveals to the Bishop that he is unsure whether it can be restored.
Amos returns to the village following his brother's death. Annie and Beattie clash, and Sam worries how much time Beattie and Ben spend at the farm.
Beattie guilt trips Sam into allowing her to keep seeing the twins. Annie has a fall and injures her wrist.
As Annie is unable to use her wrist, Beattie is forced to do the housework. Henry offers to buy a share of The Woolpack.
Janie and Frank hit a rough spot in their relationship, whilst Henry and Amos agree to go into partnership of The Woolpack.
Henry is worried about Amos's thoughts on his partnership with him, and the other with Alison. A woman from the Milk Marketing Board visits the Sugdens.
Janie confides in Alison that she has fallen out of love with Frank. Alison discovers a prowler in her shop.
The prowler in Alison's shop turns out to be Charlie's dog. Henry warns Sam that he has an unlicensed coin in his possession, and could be fined.
Janie and Frank finally settle their differences, whilst Annie is upset when Matt decides the twins would be better off with Ben and Beattie.
George is shocked when Laura turns up, and the Sugdens are angry when Henry prioritises The Woolpack over the farm.
Gold digging Laura is not happy to discover George has decided to leave his money to Mark. Joe and Henry clash, and Annie asks Henry to go easier on Joe.
Janie is annoyed when Frank offers to do work for free for Edward. Henry decides to hire a barmaid for The Woolpack.
George and Laura continuously row over Laura's return. Beattie has a vivid nightmare about Sam and realises the twins should be at Emmerdale Farm.
Frank worries about the dangerous electrics inside St. Mary's Church, and warns Edward that they need to be fixed.
Edward is unhappy with Amos when Amos decides to be difficult with him. The Sugdens meet with Willy.
Annie pops out and leaves Sam in charge of her Christmas puddings. He gets whisked off by Joe to tend to a bull. Janie and Frank fall out over where to spend Christmas when she wants to go to her mother's. Annie's annoyed to arrive back to find the puddings have boiled dry. Reverend Ruskin asks Joe if he can borrow a sheep for the church nativity play. Henry ponders whether to install a new fireplace in
It's Christmas in Beckindale, and Jack has given his family a deep freezer. Meanwhile, the nativity play in the church doesn't go plan for Edward.
Frank is asked to apply for a teaching job in Essex, whilst Alison is offended by George's remarks. Janie is forced to tell Joe that Carol isn't coming back.
1982
Annie Sugden looks back at the events leading to Christmas. Jack Sugden and Pat Merrick have announced their engagement. But Pat is still on edge - could this be because of her ex-husband Tom's arrival in the village?
Jack has been avoiding the truth for eighteen years, but the past has finally found a way of catching up with him.
There's a revelation in store for Jackie - and Jack quickly discovers that some things are better left unsaid.
Amos awaits with trepidation the arrival of Lettice Noble - for the judging of the best kept cellar competition.
Jackie has not been turning up for work, and Seth has been making excuses for him. But how much longer will Joe put up with this?
Jack finds a sympathetic audience in Joe, but for Jackie, there seems no-one to turn to.
Jackie is still angry and confused and it's anyone's guess what he might do next.
Sandie tries to put things right with her brother. Can Joe offer her any help?
Tom continues to reel at Pat for keeping Jackie's paternity secret, whilst Annie and Dolly are infuriated with how distant Jack is with the farm.
The Sugden's land rover is slashed, but nobody knows who it was. Meanwhile, Jackie resorts to alcohol to help escape his problems.
Amos is determined to catch whoever slashed the land rover's tyres. Later, Amos and Henry break up a fight between Jack and Tom. Also, Pat believes that leaving Jack will save her relationship with Jackie.
Sam is shocked when Jackie reveals Jack as his biological father, whilst Donald is shocked when Tom reveals the same. Meanwhile, Annie gives Jack a heated talking to. Also, Joe introduces his girlfriend Lisa.
Annie tries to right the wrongs and begs Tom to help Jackie accept his new family. Meanwhile, Dolly is shocked when Sam goes to Ireland, and is insistent that he won't be returning.
Pat breaks off her engagement to Jack. Meanwhile, Tom has gotten a job in Aberdeen and says goodbye to Jackie and Sandie before his departure.
Dolly is left in charge of the farmhouse as Annie and Sam leave for Ireland. Meanwhile, John tries to get Joe to hire more staff but Joe is unhappy with his interference.
Dolly takes a fancy to the newborn calf, whilst Grace accepts her farming days are over. Jack is cold towards Joe, and Pat is cold towards Jack. Also, Amos and Henry hire Seth as an entertainer.
Seth is upset when he finds out Grace is moving to Hotten without telling him. Meanwhile, Dolly goes to visit the doctors about trying for a baby again. Also, John tries to convince Daniel to return working for NY Estates.
Pat manages to put her foot in it with her other child, and Sandie decides to take off to see Jackie. Meanwhile, Dolly thinks Matt wants there to be a problem with her having children and snaps. Also, Grace leaves for Hotten.
Matt and Dolly make up, whilst Grace's departure becomes common knowledge. Meanwhile, Sandra arrives with bad news for Amos, whilst Seth's performance in The Woolpack is a success.
Dolly receives good news about wanting to have another child, whilst Henry and Amos are impressed with the profits from Seth's performance. Meanwhile, Joe meets Alan Turner - the new Home Farm estate manager.
Matt and Jack are kept busy on the farm with lambing season, but Matt confides in Jack that he's worried for Dolly's health. Meanwhile, Alan gets into the office and already begins discussing future plans with Joe.
Pat gets a promotion from Alan, but Donald is unsure on whether to accept his from the bishop. Meanwhile, the villagers meet Alan and Amos takes a liking to him.
Jack discovers Pat has lied to her, whilst Jackie meets up with ex-girlfriend Jane. Also, Sandie takes an interest in Alan's horse William.
Jack is angry after seeing Pat and Joe together and makes snide remarks. Dolly gets them to stop arguing and gets Pat and Joe to join. Jack is jealous over Joe helping Pat and Dolly makes a remark about Jack's behaviour. Sandie helps Amos write an article on the school play. Jack insults Pat and Joe and they decide to leave abruptly.
Sam and Seamus go fishing. Dolly hints to Matt about what she wants for her birthday. Henry takes Jack to the Feathers to talk. Seamus and Sam make plans to go fishing the next day. Jackie and Joe argue.
It's Dolly's birthday and Matt, Joe and Jack celebrate with her. However, the celebrations come to a halt when Annie calls to let the family know Sam has been taken ill with pneumonia. Meanwhile, Jackie and Pat begin to get their relationship back on track.
The family celebrate as Dolly reveals she is pregnant, but Annie gets a call telling her Sam has taken a turn for the worst. Meanwhile, new curate Bill Jeffries arrives on his motorbike and makes an impression on everyone.
Sam has an emergency operation after his condition deteriorates further, and the family are scared he won't pull through. Meanwhile, Amos is infuriated when an error ends up with the drayman delivering the wrong beer and he refuses to fix the order for Amos.
Sam's operation goes well and the almond causing the blockage and health problems is removed. Meanwhile, Dolly gives Sam some good news about her and Matt's future and Pat finds working as a secretary is a lot more harder than it looks.
The list of problems at Emmerdale Farm keep growing as the crop spraying causes the cattle to stampede. Meanwhile, Henry explodes at Amos and Seth and Jackie decide to skive off work...
Joe's future at NY Estates is in jeopardy when Jack makes clear he will be suing the company. Meanwhile, Jackie gets a raw deal from Seth and Sid's offer is looking attractive...
Sam is intrigued by David's Rubik's cube. He challenges Sam to a game of draughts, but Sam says he will play later on. Alan confronts Joe over the spraying at Emmerdale Farm and that it caused a cow to abort and another to die during a stampede. Alan informs Joe that Joe could lose his job and cost the pilot his license. Bill talks to Jackie and Sandie about what could be done to get people interested in the youth club.
Jackie is horrified to learn that Sid is untrustworthy, and Jack gives Sid a stern warning. Meanwhile, Sandie gets a job in a clothes shop.
Sandie arrives for her first day at Hit 'n' Miss and receives lots of complements from Barry, but are his intentions innocent? Meanwhile, the Sugdens are thrilled when Sam returns home and Henry is thrilled when Amos goes for his holiday.
Jackie has a brush with the law but Seth gets him off the hook. Meanwhile, Dolly and Matt make plans for the barn conversion whilst Joe explodes at Jack.
Sam tries to make Joe and Jack make up, whilst Pat worries about Sandie's inappropriate relationship with her boss.
Alan gives Jack and Pat an offer which could help majorly with problems, but Jack's morals force him into rejecting. Meanwhile, Henry and Seth are suspicious of why Amos is so secretive about his holiday to Costa Del Sol...
Henry finds out the truth about Amos's disastrous holiday when a man arrives at The Woolpack. Meanwhile, Pat and Jack decide on a wedding venue, but Sam is against it.
The situation over who gets the barn conversion contains, however Matt and Dolly find Alan's offer of Tolly's Farm hard to refuse. Meanwhile, Seth's attempts at conning Amos are to no avail when Henry is on him.
Dolly and Matt decide it's time to leave, whilst Sam loses his temper with Joe. Also, Sandie enjoys a date with Teddy.
Alan plans to give Dolly and Matt an offer they can't refuse. Meanwhile, Teddy and Sandie's date is ruined by Jack's arrival.
Donald sets Sam's mind at rest but has made his own decision about the Sugden wedding.
Amos is upset when he doesn't receive an invite to Pat and Jack's wedding, but Seth is the one in for a shock when Amos finally receives an invite. Meanwhile, Teddy is fired by Joe and he prepares for revenge...
Alan gives Matt the offer of a high paying job and a free house, and he heavily considers it - but Emmerdale Farm can't afford to lose him. Meanwhile, Alan informs Joe that Teddy now has grounds for unfair dismissal. At the same time, Teddy breaks into the chemical shed and switches the crop sprayer with weedkiller...
The day has come for Jack and Pat's wedding day, and Jack has managed to get a vicar to bless their wedding as Pat wanted. Meanwhile, Joe stands by his decisions to sack Teddy. Also, Seth goes overboard when he is asked to man the bar in The Woolpack.
Amos and Henry get a shock when they find Seth not behind the bar - instead the vicar! Meanwhile, Teddy's plan to get revenge on NY Estates and frame Jack goes ahead...
A disaster with the crops at NY Estates brings more trouble for Joe.
Jackie confronts Teddy, but their heated exchange results in a brutal punch-up. Meanwhile, Matt and Dolly are given the barn in order to keep Matt on at Emmerdale Farm.
Joe is annoyed when Jackie prioritises spending time with Graham over work. Meanwhile, Dolly is annoyed with the slow progress of the barn conversion.
Henry is fuming over the destruction of Primrose Dingle and pesters Alan. Meanwhile, Pat gets offended when Sam and Jack expect her to give up her job, whilst Seth tells Jackie stories of the army.
Dolly has a fall down the stairs at the barn conversion, but will the baby be OK? Meanwhile, Pat is horrified to learn Graham has convinced Jackie to sign up for the army, and Jackie is annoyed by her disapproval.
Alan is left seething after he discovers Henry has complained to Meadows. Meanwhile, vet Martin Butler takes an interest in Sandie and asks her out.
It's a not so happy birthday for Jackie when Pat forces him to spend his 18th with the family he doesn't want.
Jack and Seth try to talk Jackie out of joining the army but fail. Meanwhile, Dolly and Pat struggle to get on.
Jack is so unhappy with the amount of milk produced that he calls in the vet to check them out. Meanwhile, Matt and Dolly struggle to decide on a baby name, whilst Jackie is interviewed for the army.
Pat is beginning to change her mind about Jackie joining the army, with help from Jack. Meanwhile, Amos makes clear he is furious aout being kept in the dark about the happenings in the village.
Pat and Dolly still fail to get along, whilst Martin and Sandie enjoy their evening together. However, their decision to take their relationship to the next level is ruined when Annie waits for Sandie.
The Home Farm shoot is a disaster: Andy is accidentally shot by Peter, then Peter refuses to allow Home Farm to supply his business. Alan takes his rage out on Jackie, and gives him the sack.
Jackie spirals out of control and, trying to teach Alan a lesson, torches the Home Farm Caravan. Meanwhile, Jack and Matt are stunned to discover the cows' food contained bits of metal, whilst Sandie dumps Martin.
Jackie believes his lies have gotten him off scot-free, but even with Sandie's help, he is still arrested for arson. Meanwhile, Alan helps Matt and Dolly with their furniture problem.
Richard and Seth have narrow escaped when a lorry driver drives dangerously through the village. Meanwhile, Donald convinces Jackie to move into the Vicarage.
Joe sub-consciously accepts a bribe from Alec, whilst Henry complains to Alan about Richard nearly getting killed. Also, Amos is in la-la-land over his weight.
Alan gets a shock when Sgt. MacArthur turns up with bad news. Meanwhile, Joe shows off his flash new car.
Jackie, Sandie and Andy get in trouble when Sam discovers their sherry party at the Vicarage. Meanwhile, Amos takes an interest in walking and Alan confronts another one of Fenton's drivers.
Amos takes his new-found passion for walking too far and ends up stranded at Black Ridge. Meanwhile, Joe gets one step ahead of a deceitful Alec.
The hunt is on for Amos, but will he be found before it's too late? Meanwhile, Donald tries to convince Jackie to plead guilty to arson.
Dolly is embarrassed when she mistakenly believes she's gone into labour. Meanwhile, Henry is incensed when Amos ends up driving customers away.
Dolly goes into labour, but only Jackie, Sandie, Andy and Jane are there to help her. Jackie drives her to the hospital despite having no license, and Dolly has a son just as Matt arrives at the hospital.
1995
It is Sarah's first day at work. She is worried about leaving Victoria with Jan. The atmosphere at Hawkins Cottage is strained. Angharad is worried about the trouble at the barn dance with the Dingles. Kathy still won't get out of bed. Kim is trying to organise a honeymoon for herself and Frank.
Luke discovers that there's a price to pay for his behaviour at the Barn Dance.
Betty tells Rachel what Chris has been up to and Caroline has some unwelcome news for Turner.
Ned tells Linda to pull her weight around the house. Jan promises to have a word with Ned about Linda's job. Chris and Rachel make up. He tells her that just because he went to see Kathy it doesn't mean that he cares about her. Rachel doesn't believe him and says that Kathy is a "professional victim" and that everyone in the village will rally round her.
Sarah puts Jack on the spot, while Caroline has designs on Nick's love life.
Alan begins to make plans for the Woolpack while Frank has revenge on Eric Pollard. Kathy has a date with Dave and Angharad reaches the end of her tether.
Pollard discovers the worm has turned. Angharad and Bernard make a momentous decision.
Frank tells Kim that he thinks he will be fit enough to take over the running of the business after their honeymoon in Hawaii. Kim does not look pleased with this announcement. Betty prepares to face the police. Angharad tells Bernard that she is looking forward to moving away and that she thinks that Luke should stay in Emmerdale to finish his exams.
Nick plucks up the courage to make a date. Seth and Betty face a day of reckoning with the police. Kim is horrified by Frank's plans for Chris.
A despondent Betty faces life alone, Frank and Kim leave for an exotic honeymoon and Turner is dismayed to meet his new colleagues at the Woolpack.
Betty hears unwelcome news. Turner hosts the last night in the Woolpack.
A new couple move into the Woolpack, and Nick's night is rudely interrupted.
Chris sabotages Kim's business. And Jessica hopes for a romantic Valentine's Day.
Seth and Vic are brewing up trouble in the woods, while the McAllisters say goodbye to the village. Chris lays down the law to Rachel, and Emma makes an unexpected offer to Zoe.
It is the grand reopening of The Woolpack. Viv tries to encourage Betty to go. Frank and Kim arrive home. Zoe tells them that Emma has been staying while they were away. Alan is flapping around trying to organise everything. Britt gives Rachel and Jan their uniforms to wear for the evening - yellow T-shirts and blue caps. Jan is not impressed.
Bernadette leaves Dave in a hurry. Kim insists on attending Frank's meeting with Chris. Seth has finally agreed to move into Betty's cottage and she is busy making plans for redecorating. He is more interested in his breakfast. Alan tells Terry that he is pleased with the takings from the opening. Britt is more concerned with the fact that Terry was chasing Tina.
Kim is feeling left out now that Frank has taken over running the business. Zoe is worrying about Emma's ultimatum. Kim arranges to meet Sir Thomas Weir. Frank tells Seth that he is pleased to have him back as gamekeeper. He asks Seth's advice about Dave and Seth gives him a glowing report.
Nick and Paula set off with the children for a day at the seaside. Frank and Dave move furniture into their new office - annoying Kim. Alan looks over the Dingles list of food requirements for their evening in The Woolpack - fried brains are on the menu much to Britt's disgust
Nick, Paula and the children are still stranded on the rocks at Whitby as the temperature drops. Suddenly, Nick spots the lights of a helicopter and realises that they are going to be rescued by the coastguard. Alan presents the Dingles with their drinks bill at closing time.
Jack tries to apologise to Sarah for accusing her of having an affair. She doesn't want to listen to him. Luke is rushing round at school and bumps straight into Tina who touches his face suggestively and walks off. Chris moves back into Mill Cottage. Robert looks very lonely and sad at school.
Jack is frantically searching for Robert in Andrew's garden. When he can't find him he tells Sarah to phone the police. Biff arrives at The Woolpack and tells Terry that he knows all about Seth's whisky. He laughs when Terry tells him that even Alan has been conned.
The search continues for Robert in daylight. Jan urges Sarah to go back to the farm. Frank and Dave discuss Robert at Home Farm. They wonder if he is being held by someone. Frank tells Dave to get the workmen from the holiday village to down tools and join in the search
WPC Lunn tries to comfort Sarah as she anxiously waits for news. Jack is still convinced that Sarah has been having an affair and Ned tries to calm him down. Tina wakes up after her night with Luke, but disappoints him by saying that she has to get ready for school.
Jack and Sarah find themselves victims of a ransom demand. Chris has a proposal for Rachel.
Robert wakes up in the barn to find that a glass of milk has been left out for him. Both Jack and Sarah look terrible as neither of them can sleep. At an unknown house, Robert walks in as the man who was in the barn with Robert, Simpson, is shaving.
Tina gloats over Jessica in the morning. Jessica cannot believe that Luke has got involved with her. Robert is looking after a lamb for Simpson. He won't tell Simpson where he learnt how to handle animals.
Jack turns up at the police station to make a statement. He comes face to face with the Dingles and D.I. Farrar has to stop him from attacking Sam. Terry tries apologising to Britt for getting involved with the whisky scam, but she is not in the mood to listen.
Robert helps Derek repair a wall. He tells him that his parents won't be missing him because they've got Victoria. Terry is fed up of Britt ordering him around and decides to speak to Alan. Before he has the chance, Alan tells him to keep away or he'll be evicted. Vic has a black eye and Viv tells him that she wants the whisky still smashing up.
The postman delivers birthday cards for Robert and a parcel from Annie and Joe in Alicante. Biff has to wash his clothes after having beer poured all over him. Jack tells Sarah that Joe has still not told Annie about Robert's disappearance. He is losing hope of seeing his son alive and does not think that the reconstruction will help
Biff tries to keep his romantic options open. Betty finds herself without a job.
Robert asks Jack about his mum. He wants to know if Jack rowed with her as much as he does with Sarah. Jack tries to reassure Robert that things are going to be different from now on. Chris and Frank discuss working out a divorce settlement for him and Kathy.
Ned passes on the information that Robert told Donna to Jack. He thinks that Robert is probably making it up. Jessica mentions to Biff that Tina has been saying that he is only going out with her because he feels sorry for her. He reassures Jessica that he loves her. Chris and Kathy talk about her demands, but end up rowing.
Robert is sad as he stares out of the farmhouse window. He is worrying about Derek. Sarah promises that she will speak to Jack about the situation. She asks Robert for a cuddle. Tina and Jessica clash again. Jessica is fed up with Tina treating her home like a hotel.
Zoe and Emma recover from the previous night's shock with a party.
Luke has grave concerns about Tina; Roy and Scott are caught red handed.
Biff offers to help Luke, Turner has lunch with an old friend, and Vic and Terry put their heads together.
There's an unwelcome visitor at the farm, Kathy has a business idea and, at the McAllisters, an intruder terrifies Jessica.
Jessica gives Biff a hard time as he fixes the front door. She is upset because no one is taking Butch's threat seriously. She is convinced that he is going to come back and attack her again. Zak offers to go and see Tina, but Nellie is still refusing to acknowledge that she has a daughter.
Dave and Kathy's relationship reaches new heights, while Zak Dingle swallows his pride to speak to his daughter.
Roy Glover has a hot date; Pollard gets his come-uppance; Britt makes a discovery; and Luke has an important question for Tina.
Tina is showing off her engagement ring. Jessica is shocked and upset to hear of the imminent wedding. Chris and Kathy are both being civil to each other now that the settlement has been agreed. She is looking for a flat, but reassures Chris that she will not be moving in with Dave.
Zoe opens her new surgery, and Vic's lecture on car maintenance proves to be a wash-out.
Zoe is jealous of Emma's old flames, Kim confronts Kathy over the divorce offer and Tina sets up Butch on a date that ends in tears.
Linda is asked out by a handsome stranger, Biff and Luke fall out over Tina, and Kathy reaches the end of her tether with Kim.
The Dingles plan a council of war; Britt is shocked by a visitor to the Woolpack, and there's devastating news for the Sugden family.
Betty takes in a lodger, while Britt's behaviour is a mystery to Terry. Kathy finds herself the bearer of bad news and there's a dramatic rush to the hospital for Rachel.
The village comes to terms with its grief, while there is a new arrival for the Tates. Jan Glover has a visitor and Rachel makes an emotional decision.
Luke is distracted on an important day, while Biff is on the move again. Amos is unimpressed by the new Woolpack.
The village pays its respects to Joe Sugden, Biff has a housing crisis, while Dave has something important to say to Kathy.
Britt reaches the end of the line, while Luke and Tina make preparations for their future.
Zak Dingle has a business brainwave; Turner's place is disturbed when there's a party in his caravan, and Terry learns the awful truth about Britt's father.
Sparks fly as Linda learns Danny's true identity; Tina is up to no good with Eric; and Annie reveals her concerns for Amos.
Terry proposes a fresh start for Britt, while Frank finally oversteps the mark with Chris and Rachel.
There's a nasty surprise for Biff at the Woolpack. Linda goes for dinner at Weir Hall. Kathy discovers that she has an expensive problem on her hands.
The Dingles try their luck at pest control. Biff and Luke settle their differences. And a passionate encounter sends Dave Glover reeling.
The prodigal Dingle returns to the family. Terry, Vic and Pollard set off for France. Dave finds himself unable to resist temptation.
The Dingles celebrate as Sam is released from prison, while Dave is in a compromising position.
The Dingles celebrate as Sam is released from prison, while Dave is in a compromising position.
Luke and Tina face an uncertain future, while Dave decides that his double life has to stop.
Vic's criminal past catches up with him. Sam Dingle begins his community service. Terry and Britt consider their future.
Sam begins to repay his debt to society, Kim asserts her authority, and Luke faces up to his future.
The village grieves for a wasted life, Kathy's big day is under a cloud while Luke faces his future.
Sam Dingle attempts a spot of DIY, while Pollard has a dinner date.
Jan loses her temper at the Woolpack while Britt and Terry argue over their future. Tina begins to have regrets about Luke.
Gerald has an invitation for Britt, while Pollard thinks he's being watched.
A special one-hour episode to celebrate Emmerdale's 2000th episode. There's a confrontation at Luke's inquest as Tina reveals the truth; Frank Tate is on a collision course with Dave and Kim; and a celebration turns to tragedy when Zoe is brutally attacked.
Britt has bad news for Turner, while Frank avenges the attack on his daughter.
Sam and Butch begin work for Pollard; Jan reaches the end of her tether with Turner; and Linda's world falls apart when she learns the truth about Daniel Weir.
Sam and Butch's house clearance backfires and there's a shock in store for Britt at the Woolpack.
The village outing to France runs into trouble. Roy and Kelly hit the road.
Vic sets off on a mercy mission and Zoe is furious to learn about Frank's attack.
Sam and Butch cause mayhem with a clock; Pollard suffers police harassment. Romance blossoms for Linda.
Zoe is confronted by an enemy, and there's bad news for Eric Pollard.
Biff finds that three's a crowd. The village confronts Zoe's attacker. Kim's night ends in disappointment.
It's the end of an era for Kathy, Kim has an ultimatum for Dave, and Terry has a passionate encounter.
Romance is in the air for Zak and Nellie. Chris objects to Rachel's new job.
Linda's worst nightmare is about to come true. Kathy discovers the awful truth about Dave.
Frank offers Ned Glover the chance of a lifetime. Tina's latest move causes a scandal for the village.
Betty takes a stand over Terry's lodger, while Linda takes drastic action to solve her problem.
The Glovers discover Linda's secret. Ned confronts Danny, while Kathy has an ultimatum for Dave.
The Dingles hold a protest meeting, Linda confesses all to Biff, while Jack sees red when he discovers Ned's ambitions.
The village mobilises to support the Dingles. Jack has to eat his words.
It's the day of reckoning for Terry. Tina's romantic dreams are shattered.
The Dingles prepare to fight against the world.
Tensions rise at the homestead as the Dingles make their last stand and Butch has unpleasant dealings with the police.
Kim investigates sabotage at Home Farm. Rachel and Chris stick to their guns.
The Dingles settle into their new home, and Kim has a proposition for Frank.
The Dingles outstay their welcome and Dave reaches the end of his tether.
Terry prepares for a romantic night out, while Kathy tells Dave her true feelings.
Nick feels there's no way out. Frank and Kim's night out is interrupted by Nick's drunken behaviour.
Turner plucks up the courage to go on a peace mission. Nick pushes Kim too far.
It's a tense day for the Bates family as Nick's life hangs in the balance.
The Dingles stun the village with their plan to turn home improvements to profit. Nick is surprised by an unwelcome visitor in hospital, while Dave finds his judgement going when it comes to Kim.
Roy, Scott and Kelly plan an evening their parents won't like. Rachel has a decision to make.
Rachel and Chris make secret plans for the future. Dave is thrown into confusion, and the village extends a welcome to some weary travellers.
The Dingles entertain their first bed and breakfast guests. Nick leaves hospital and receives some unexpected visitors.
While the Dingles receive bad news about their refurbishments, there's better news for Dave. And as Viv and Terry take the dance floor by storm, a different storm awaits Linda.
Rachel and Chris's marriage has unforeseen consequences. Linda causes her parents further dismay.
Frank overhears Dave sharing a secret with Biff. Chris and Rachel worry when news of their marriage spreads.
There's little comfort for Frank and even less for Chris and Rachel.
Frank has a turn for the worse, and Dave gets his overdue come-uppance. Linda has plans for her and Biff's domestic future.
Frank is fighting for his life. It's the final straw for Kathy as she hears the awful truth.
A one-hour episode. Terry confronts the ghost of his Christmas past, and there's a clash of the titans as the Woolpack takes on the Malt Shovel. A practical joke turns into a nightmare for Butch and Sam, and Frank risks his life to exact revenge on Kim. (Note: This episode was billed in the magazine as 'Christmas in Emmerdale').
Kim takes control as Frank fights for his life.
1996
Nick returns to Home Farm, Kathy confronts Kim and Dillon rallies a mob against the Dingles.
Betty encourages Linda to go see her parents while Kim refuses to leave Home Farm. The Dingles plan to exchange Albert for Tina.
Linda considers returning to her parents, Kim flies into a rage and Frank reveals a secret to Zoe.
Zoe resolves herself to help Frank with his revenge scheme. Jack and Sarah plan their barn conversion while the Dingles receive bad news from Nellie.
Tina confronts Zak about his drinking and spending as she tries to whip the Dingles into shape. Kim faces consequences.
Zak is still trying to come to terms with Nellie's departure. Tina tries to make him face up to it. Zoe does not approve of Frank being so hard on Chris. The lads start up a card game; they want Frank back as their boss. Seth uses a dead rabbit as his stake. Dave is fuming with Kim for not letting him know how her confrontation with Frank went. Tina tries to encourage everyone to start bringing money into the house and accept that Nellie has gone. Scott brings Butch the cash for the gun. Chris is ranting on about Frank and Kim. Rachel tries to make him appreciate that Joseph is more important than money, but Chris is determined that he will not let Kim win. Rachel is disgusted with his greed. Scott tries out the gun. He tells Butch that he will have to keep it secret from his parents as his real dad was an armed robber. The trigger seems a bit dodgy, but Butch assures him that it is a safety device.
Biff picks Linda up and is surprised to hear that Dave is on a course in Leeds. Roy calls at The Woolpack and asks if he can clean Alan's car, saying that he and Kelly will do it cheaper than Biff and Linda. Terry refuses. He mentions to Betty that Biff and Linda are saving up to get married. Ned finds Chris sitting in his car surveying Emmerdale Farm land. Chris tells him he is doing some research to see if his son's investment is secure. Dave is not in Leeds, but has spent the night at Home Farm. As he and Kim let the dog out for some fresh air, Pete McCarthy takes photographs of them kissing. Ned tells Jack that Chris has been looking at the farm. He threatens to leave if Chris has anything to do with the place. Jack is furious. Kim issues orders to the staff before she leaves for the hospital to pick Frank up.
Tina and Mandy barely finish counting their earnings when Eric asks if they'd like to help him out again. Seth contemplates banning women from the pub.
Jan is shocked to hear about Dave and Kim's affair, and the Windsors confront Scott.
The police search for Scott while Vic and Viv argue over who is to blame. Dave tells Kim that he is going to move into the cottage, his family be damned.
Frank is set on revenge and Rachel reaches the end of the line with Chris.
Kim gears out the new cottage as a love shack for her and Dave.
Scandal is rife, Kathy has an unexpected visitor and Kim fights for survival.
Zak Dingle gets into shape, Kim takes control of her future, and the Glovers face up to a family crisis.
Nick spills the beans in the Woolpack. Kim has a proposition for Frank, while Chris takes drastic action to see his child.
An hour-long episode in which emotions run high as the Glovers come to blows; Kathy meets an interesting stranger; and Frank reaches rock bottom when Kim moves her toyboys into Home Farm.
Chris has an ultimatum for the Glovers and Sean cooks up a storm at Kathy's.
Jan is forced to swallow her pride; Frank takes drastic action against Kim; and Emma has a controversial proposal for Zoe.
Linda's 18th birthday takes a turn for the better; Zak's comeback ends in tears; and there's trouble between Mandy and Betty.
Frank has a proposition for Tina. Jan reaches the end of her tether.
Viv and Terry hit the headlines, Zak searches for Nellie and Frank lays down the law to Emma.
Kelly discovers that Viv is in a compromising position. Kim has made a mistake.
Terry and Viv spend a night together, while Zoe and Emma's peace is shattered by an old flame.
There's drama when Vic jumps to the wrong conclusion.
Rachel bumps into an old friend. Nick has a nasty encounter with poachers. And there's a passionate end to Kathy's evening.
Nick hits rock bottom. The Dingles prepare for their mother's return.
It's decision time for Kim. There's a mixed reception for Zak's guest, and Terry gets on the wrong side of the Windsor children.
Tempers flare as Zoe reaches breaking point with Susie. Frank turns to Tina for consolation, while down on Glover Farm tragedy is about to strike.
The Glovers are thrown into crisis when one of the family is rushed to hospital. Frank has a proposition to put to Tina.
Nick boils over - with chilling results. Chris tries to get the measure of Tina.
Time runs out for Nick as the police arrive at Home Farm. Roy returns home from hospital and there's confrontation at Dingle Farm, when Kim goes gunning for Tina.
Tina and Frank set the gossips going. Nick receives devastating news.
Dave and Kim go house hunting, Jan finds herself backed into a corner by Pollard and the Dingles discover a new side to Marilyn.
Kim gets an earbashing. A letter for Kathy has frightening implications.
Events take a terrifying turn for Kathy, Ned jumps to the wrong conclusions and Susie has a heart-to-heart chat with Zoe.
Dave is finding it difficult to mix with Kim's friends, and Mrs Bates gets tough with Kathy.
The strengths of disapproval in the village has uncomfortable consequences for Zoe and Emma. Dave feels the need to assert himself with Kim.
Kim shares an intimate meal with Frank, but finds his ultimatum hard to digest. The Dingles think they've found a way to make money out of Elvis.
The Dingles invite the world's media to witness a miracle in the village hall. Terry and Sean rally to Kathy's side, and Dave tells Kim of his plans for their future.
It's the day of Zoe and Emma's blessing, but there's one final dilemma for Zoe. A confrontation between Kim and Tina has traumatic results.
A confrontation between Kim and Tina has drastic results. Pollard suggests a way in which Jan can wipe the slate clean.
Kim has an unexpected shoulder to cry on; Dave and Kathy share a tender moment; and the village is stunned by a scandalous newspaper article.
Time is running out for Kim as Frank presses her for for a decision. Terry's rugby match attracts some famous faces and a shadow from the past. Events build to a climax for Zoe and Emma.
Kim finally makes up her mind about Frank's ultimatum; the Dingles hit on a new way to make money; and there's trauma for Ned as he faces judgement from the magistrate.
Tension boils over as recent events with Kim, Frank and Dave reach a climax.
Dave finds the truth impossible to face and turns to Kathy for help. Terry meets up with an old flame.
Ned Glover catches Jan in a compromising position. Mandy makes a stand at the Dingles. Kathy is faced with a difficult decision.
Mandy's Munchbox hits the village. Pollard finds Linda an easy target.
Chris has a proposition for Kim, Kathy puts her foot down with Sean and Zak is driven to desperate measures by Mandy.
Terry thinks over Turner's offer. Zoe is puzzled about a recent burglary. Roy's birthday celebrations end in disaster.
Kim runs into trouble when she gives Tina the slip, and Kathy is horrified by the new tearooms.
Terry turns detective to find a thief. Marcus puts the pressure on Scott, while the Glovers spend a humiliating evening in the Woolpack.
David puts Kim's money to good use, Zoe has misgivings about Susie's new job and Turner is forced to take action against Jan.
Zoe reaches the end of her tether with Kim. Linda decides to leave home.
An inspector calls, spelling trouble for the Dingles. It's karaoke night at the Woolpack.
It's a tense time for the Sugdens, but Biff saves the day. Mandy goes for the man of her dreams.
Susie is a problem for Zoe. It's Biff and Linda's first night together. Kim is crushed by Frank's final demands.
A one-hour special. It's the day of the Emmerdale Show, and the Dingles have designs on Jack's prize cow. Tina and Terry rekindle their passion. Mandy's date turns sour, and Kim's despair drives her to reckless action.
Tina discovers the depths of Terry's feelings. Linda demands proof of Biff's love.
Turner gives Terry some advice. Marcus makes his final demand on Scott.
A glamorous stranger speeds into the village. Pollard's singles' night draws the crowds. Susie gets too close to Rachel for comfort.
Jack has a shock when he takes Andy home. Dave reaches the end of his tether with Chris.
Biff forces Linda to tell Betty the truth. Terry can't help but follow his heart, while Chris is humiliated.
Kim has her revenge on Chris and Kathy has an awkward chat to Alice.
Zak has a plan to make Mandy's Munchbox a success. Viv and Terry struggle to find time alone and Chris shocks Rachel.
Faye is rescued by the Dingles, and Linda and Biff's celebrations go horribly wrong. Scott finally stands up to Marcus.
Viv cries on Terry's shoulder. There's trouble for Jan at the roadside stall.
Chris thinks the answer to his prayers is overseas. Pollard saves Sam's life, and a surprise visitor brings bad news to the Sugdens.
The vicar brings Jan to her senses. Jack has upsetting news for Andy. Rachel opens up to Steve.
The vicar gets one over on Pollard. Jack and Sarah are worried about Andy's future, and Steve comes to grips with Rachel.
here's good news for Scott and Andy makes a plea to the Sugdens.
Linda has set her sights to high for her wedding. Terry has a proposition for Viv, while Kathy reaches the end of the line with Sean.
Frank is in trouble and passion runs high for Viv and Terry.
A stranger has bad news for Jack. Rachel is out of her depth with Steve.
The police visit Mandy and there's an unwelcome return for Sean.
Robert is caught out, Kathy demands the truth from Sean and there's pain in store for Kim.
There's trouble for Dave at the hospital.
Musical differences divide the band. Sam has a brush with the law.
Dave has to face some painful truths.
Betty worries that Kathy is making a terrible mistake. Chris makes a discovery and Sam goes on an unexpected trip.
There are celebrations for Jan and Ned. Zoe faces the wrath of Kim.
Frank ignores the growing outcry over his quarry development; the Tates return home with their new baby; and Zoe has an unwelcome guest.
A new Dingle arrives at the homestead. Jack fights hard to defeat Frank's plans, while a surprise departure upsets Zoe.
A new Dingle arrives at the homestead. Jack fights hard to defeat Frank's plans, while a surprise departure upsets Zoe.
Rachel goes behind Steve Marchant's back to organise anti-quarry protests; a chance meeting sends Dave into a quandary; and Kim threatens Frank with scandal.
A special hour-long edition. Viv and Terry are close to being caught; a disruption spoils the Tates' christening; the battle for Emmerdale Farm takes a violent turn.
Terry and Viv bump into an old acquaintance. Steve helps defuse a nasty confrontation in The Woolpack.
Linda fears she'll have to cancel her wedding; Rachel nearly loses her job.
Biff gets good news about his future prospects. Chris makes Linda a distasteful and disturbing offer. The Dingles hold their own special fireworks display.
Jack and Sarah welcome an unexpected visitor. The future of Emmerdale Farm is finally decided.
The Sugdens bring Dave some depressing news. Frank's plans for Emmerdale Farm are dashed at the eleventh hour.
Tina discovers Steve's latest money-making scheme. Rachel mounts a dramatic final protest.
Rachel finds herself in trouble with Steve. Dave refuses to accept Kim's peace offering. And Vic's idea of a joke makes Viv see red.
Frank wonders about his relationship with Tina. Steve has an attractive offer from Rachel.
Kelly, Donna and Vic plan a surprise party for Viv. The Dingles find a new location for their festive money-making scheme. Biff confronts Dave about his true feelings for Kim.
The Dingles celebrate early commercial success. Kathy's dreams come to fruition. Scott's visit home comes to a shocking climax.
The Glovers are not pleased with Dave and Kathy's big news. Vic makes a shock discovery and is pushed to breaking point.
Kelly tells Viv she wants nothing more to do with her. The Dingles are forced out of business, while a humiliated Kim must attend David and Kathy's celebration.
Tina is caught in the middle of Steve and Frank's power games. Chris increases the pressure on a confused Linda. Kim tries to force Dave into a change of heart.
The Dingles re-group in their effort to ensure that theirs is truly a festive season.Alice causes a scare for Kathy and David. While Terry is shocked by Viv's plans for the future.
Terry has to face up to some difficult decisions. Frank discovers and defeats the man who tried to cheat him. While Tina tells Steve exactly what she thinks of him.
Tina gets a surprisingly generous present from Frank. The Dingles desert Ashley, who's left to face the police alone, while Kim gives Dave a final ultimatum.
A one-hour special. Kim's dreams are shattered as disaster strikes at Home Farm. Linda and Biff's wedding day is full of delights, surprises and an unwelcome guest. Tina Dingle confronts Frank about his feelings for her, and makes the toughest decision of her life.
Vic and Viv struggle to keep the festive peace. Kathy's world has fallen apart, and a devastated Kim faces a black future.
The New Year sees some new liaisons and Frank Tate is finally pushed too far.
1994
There are dead animals and destroyed buildings everywhere. As the fires rage out of control, the bridge is damaged, preventing the emergency services from getting through.
1988
As the new year begins in Beckindale, Kathy and Jackie are planning their wedding. But the future is less rosy at NY Estates where Joe Sugden must make the entire workforce redundant.
The village pulls together through adversity to deal with the aftermath of the plane crash.
Dawn breaks and it becomes clear that life in Beckindale will never be quite the same again.
The village begins to deal with the aftermath of recent events. But the scavengers are gathering...
As the shaken village community begins to count the cost, rescue search the rubble for Alice.
Families close ranks, while the village finds the gutter press a problem.
It's a difficult day for Beckindale, as the funerals for the 9 deceased are held.
The recovery process begins, and Alan has positive plans for the future.
A village meeting is held about the compensation payments and an unexpected announcement takes the village by surprise.
Lynn finds herself front page news. Frank learns of Chris' diagnosis.
Kim begins to make plans for the future while a loan shark is after Eric.
Angharad is disturbed by Scott's vivid artwork, Seth pulls Nick back from the brink and Vic finds looters at the site of the plane crash.
Alan and Shirley tie the knot and the village joins together to celebrate. Seth is getting back to nature and Frank is finally forced to accept the bitter truth.
Frank has some bad news for Christopher, while Michael is suspicious of Pollard's generosity.
Eric is questioned by police. Meanwhile a confrontation at the sports club brings Lynn back into village life.
Frank has a surprise gift for Kim, Michael announces he will turn detective, while a gruesome find is unearthed in the Woolpack.
Jessica has a surprise announcement for the McAllisters and Nick finds he has a fight on his hands.
The Turners return from honeymoon to surprise news. Seth's ambitions are dashed.
Donna is trapped underneath the tractor. Elsa and Nick see the judge to determine Alice's future.
Alan installs a 'Viking Well' at the pub, while the future for the Sugdens looks increasingly bleak as Viv decides to sue.
A bench is unveiled in memory of Elizabeth Pollard. Meanwhile, Jack attempts to reason with the Windsors.
Vic pleads guilty to assaulting the looters. The sports bar is going to have strippers on the same night that Alan reopens the Woolpack.
Pollard is horrified to find himself in the paper and Jack has to swallow his pride and ask for money.
Drinkers at The Woolpack are scandalised by Lynn's planned 'entertainment', and Angharad discovers Danny's plans.
Jack is forced to go cap in hand to Frank, Joe causes a scene in The Woolpack.
Eric's not-so-ex-wife turns up. Turner's musical evening doesn't go quite as planned, while Sarah and Jack make a worrying discovery at the farm.
Jack finds Joe with a shotgun and Vic talks to him before Sarah goes into labour.
Jack and Sarah bring home baby Victoria. Meanwhile, the villagers attend the Easter fun fair.
Victoria's crying wakes up Annie from her coma and the Sugdens keep the bad news from her.
Wally's widow Betty moves back to Beckindale, while Jack tells Annie about Leonard's death. Chris returns from hospital.
The McAllisters realise they have been put in their place. Seth recognises a piece of village history, and Sarah considers marrying Jack.
Joe breaks the news to Annie. Chris is giving Kathy a hard time. Eileen tells Eric she is filing for divorce.
The embers of a romance turn into flames for Pollard. Chris has a fall, while Jessica's news alarms Biff.
It's the day of the plane crash inquest. Michael is suspicious of Eric, who Kim decides to evict.
The Windsors find out that Scott's father is out of prison. Betty asks Seth to move in with her.
Nick and Alice return as Luke, Danny and Biff go rock climbing. Vic traps his foot in the creek.
Frank gives evidence about the crash in court while Michael publicly accuses Eric of murder.
It's Jack's turn on the stand at the inquest. Eileen receives an unwelcome visitor and Jessica is in trouble after her night out.
Reg is determined to rebuild his life. Vic makes the Sugdens an offer they can't refuse. Lynn receives a visit from a journalist, while Joe seems to have reached the end of his tether.
Annie Sugden returns to the arms of her family and the Windsors are relieved that their problems are over. Meanwhile, Jessica's lies catch up with her.
It's the day of Jack and Sarah's wedding, but who will catch the bridal bouquet? Luke declares the depth of his feelings; Chris finally swallows his pride; and the McAllisters grapple with their u-bend.
A dramatic event unfolds and Joe's attempt to be a hero is ill-advised. Shirley's journey from the cash and carry is interrupted.
Amos and Michael restrain a screaming Vic who believes Viv is still in the shop. Police officers drag a dazed Joe away from the flames. Zoe worries as she needs to call at both the Dingles and Glovers farms, knowing that she'll be crucified if the feuding families find out she's called at the others' farm. The robbers force Viv to flag down Shirley along the roadside on her return from the Cash & Carry. They force their way into her landrover, pointing a gun at her. PC Wilson gives Joe a ticking off for involving himself in the situation. The police discover that Viv wasn't in the shop when it exploded but is currently a hostage. The two men try to force Shirley into aiding their escape but Shirley, being new to the area, is unable to help their quick getaway. She gets them lost somewhere between Robblesfield and Hotten. Police find the getaway car the first two men were in abandoned with the 3rd raider badly hurt in the passenger seat.
The police secure the area of the shooting at Pencross Fell. Vic worries and blames Joe for getting involved and preventing the raiders escape. The raiders drag Viv and Shirley over the moors. Seth is confused to arrive in the village and find the area cordoned off. Michael explains about the robbery, Alan being shot and Shirley and Viv being held hostage. Sarah phones the police when she notices someone in the yard at Emmerdale Farm attempting to steal the landrover. Joe recognises that it's the 4th raider and dashes out to park the tractor in front of the landrover to prevent his escape. The 4th raider gets out of the landrover and points his gun at Joe and Jack as he makes his escape on foot. Joe attempts to chase after him but Jack stops him. Viv realises who one of the raiders is when he quotes a Psalm.
It's night fall and the police surround Home Farm, complete with armed response. Shirley tries to persuade Reg to move the body of the 4th raider. Vic explains to the police that Reg had come to find Viv a few weeks prior, having been released from prison, believing that once God had united a man and woman in marriage they were together forever - dead or alive. Joe feels guilty as he goes to see Vic in The Woolpack. Amos tries to reassure him his intentions were right. Vic tells Joe that he feels his reaction to the raid triggered Viv being taken hostage and tells him while he doesn't blame him, he can't forgive him either. Joe offers Vic his cottage as a place to stay for when the siege is over. Vic follows the police up to Home Farm as it becomes clear they've made contact with Reg. Clive tries to question Lynn on what she knows about the siege. Reg holds a gun to Shirley's head and warns police not to shoot or he will shoot her as the 2nd Raider,
The next morning, the police wait patiently outside Home Farm, making Reg suspicious. Elsa arrives in the village and is relieved to find Alice safe but blames herself for leaving her with Nick, insisting that he's not safe to be around. A hostage negotiator, John Jarvis, tries to talk to Reg. Reg insists that no-one is going to take Viv away from him now he has her back. Shirley tries to talk Reg down as Viv keeps winding him up. Reg and Viv become involved in an argument as he blames her for taking away everything he had but she insists the blame lies solely with him as he threw it away. She tells him she hopes he returns to prison for good. He moves to shoot her but Shirley tries to intervene and ends up being shot. Colin turns on Reg as Shirley lies dead on the floor. He covers that he heard a noise outside and makes his escape. Reg is furious to see him being handcuffed outside and attempts to shoot him but misses.
Now that the crisis is over, the media spotlight focuses on the village once more. Life for Alan Turner will never be the same again.
The burden of guilt weighs heavy on Joe Sugden. Michael delves deeper into Pollard's murky past.
Michael goes off to dig more dirt on Eric. Lynn purposely sends Clive to the wrong crematorium for Shirley's funeral. Elsa's delighted when she notices Nick is late taking Alice to nursery and uses the situation to score points. He worries that she is planning to use the rumours of he and Archie being gay as a way to get residency of Alice and asks Zoe if she would put the rumours straight if it came down to it. She agrees. Frank fears her coming out publicly may affect business. Clive realises Lynn's sent him to the wrong crematorium when he arrives in Skipdale to find no-one there. Nick receives a call from the nursery saying Alice is ill. He asks Frank if he can go to pick her up but Frank asks him to mow the lawns first as he is expecting some important visitors. Samson lets one of the horses out of the stable when Frank and Kim go to lunch. Shirley's funeral gets underway.
Rachel comes running out of The Woolpack in time to see Michael speeding off in a car. Bernard remains concerned over electricity when he receives a bill. Jess interrupts him to say that Rachel has called requesting he go over to Victoria Cottage as she believes Eric is dead. Bernard discovers Eric still has a pulse. He calls an ambulance and the police. Seth is concerned about Alan and finds him upset in the pub cellar. He tries to comfort him and encourages him to contact Terence and Shirley's daughter. Kathy tries to get Chris to sign the contract so Frank can sell Mill Cottage but he refuses to, knowing Lynn will get it. Amos has gone to Dundalk to stay with a landlord friend of his. Rachel walks into The Woolpack upset. Frank buys her a drink while Kim tries to comfort her. She explains Michael has attacked Eric and left him unconscious in hospital and now the police are looking for him.
Sarah, Jack, Robert and Victoria return from France. Seth informs Biff and Luke that he has a trick up his sleeve in beating them at the cricket match - Sven. Annie thinks the farm should subcontract work such as sheep-shearing. Jack realises that Sven is back. Vic asks Viv not to go to Reg's funeral but she insists she has to. Scott has decided he doesn't want to go anymore. Alan collects Shirley's ashes. Nick's concerned what Elsa and her solicitor will make of Alice's bruise. He decides to ring and tell her that Alice is best left with him today what with Michael's situation. Chris takes delight in telling Lynn that under no circumstances will he sell Mill Cottage to her. She accuses Chris of fancying her and taunts him at how he'll never be able to satisfy her now he's in a wheelchair. She insists she'll end up with the cottage. Jack introduces Sarah, Robert, Frank and Kim to Sven. Alan scatters Shirley's ashes at her favourite beauty spot.
Seth arrives at The Woolpack to find it closed. Caroline suggests Nick ask Alan to provide a statement for the residency case, thinking him being a councilor would work in Nick's favour. Joe receives a court summons for a fortnight over the business with the tractor. Caroline suggests Nick also approach Eric for a character reference. Seth gets no response from Alan as he knocks on the pub door. Elsa visits Eric in hospital and informs him of his fight with Michael. He still doesn't remember. She doesn't want her part in it to affect her in court and asks him not to involve the police. Seth, Nick and Caroline attempt to break into The Woolpack to make sure Alan is alright. Elsa explains to Eric that she shouldn't have left Alice and gone off on her own and has learnt that Alice belongs with her now. She explains she doesn't feel vindictive to Nick but needs to do everything she can to make sure she gets residency of Alice, even if that means tarnishing his name in the process.
Sven is continuing to help out at Emmerdale Farm. Zoe pushes Chris to complete the rest of her advertising campaign and forces him to get out of the cottage and up to the surgery. Nick anxiously waits for Elsa's statement to come through from the solicitor. Chris enjoys helping Zoe at the vets. Biff and Luke remind Seth that he owes them a day out in the country. They're taken aback when he wants to start with them the following morning - at first light. Zoe takes Chris and Nick for a drink at The Woolpack. They're both grateful. Annie calls a family gathering down at her cottage. Sarah decides to give the meeting a miss, wanting an early night. Sven takes a shine to Zoe. Annie announces to Jack and Joe that she's going to stay in Leonard's villa in Spain for a couple of months. Alan asks Seth if he can stay with him after the pub closes as he doesn't feel like being alone.
Lynn shows interest in Sven as she watches him outside The Woolpack. She's jealous when Zoe mentions she's been out for dinner with him. Nick is still preoccupied with the upcoming residency case. Elsa arrives to pick up Alice for the day. Caroline meets with Eric. He shows her the memorial bench for the crash victims and explains the idea is to have a garden surrounding it with a stone to remember those who lost their lives. Biff and Luke swerve school. Sven's disappointed when Zoe declines a second meal with him. Biff and Luke set about vandalising the 'Emmerdale' village sign. They plan to start the rumour that the Beast of Beckindale doesn't like the name change. Eric purchases a necklace at auction apparently worth £250,000 for £20,000. Lynn tries to track down Frank wanting to know if she can rent one of the holiday cottages as she'll soon be homeless. Chris tells her that he and Kim are away at a conference in Geneva.
Luke is amused when an article appears in the Hotten Courier questioning whether the Beast of Beckindale has made a return. Nick dresses Alice for nursery, aware it could be the last time he does so. Sarah continues to worry about Victoria. She decides to stay home and look after her. Caroline wakes Alan, reminding him that he promised her and Nick a lift to court. She's aware he's been up the majority of the night drinking and tries to make him see that he's not helping himself. Sven insists on taking the day off from the farm and helping Lynn to move into the holiday village. Luke and Biff try to generate more ideas for the Beast of Beckindale's rampage. Joe visits Bernard in order to acquire some anti-depressants but Bernard refuses to prescribe them for him. Nick's anxious as the case is delayed in court. Biff is interested when Luke mentions he saw Eric throwing a bag into the river some months back. Sven and Lynn kiss.
As Nick prepares to take the stand in court on the second day of the case, Kathy does her best to settle his nerves. The Beast of Beckindale makes front-page news of the Hotten Courier. Viv has returned from London. Vic shows her plans he's been making for the new-look shop. She tells him Reg has left a will with £10,000 in a trust fund for Scott for educational purposes. Luke takes Biff to the river where Eric threw away the suitcase. They flip a coin to see who goes into the river. Caroline asks Eric to try a different approach with Elsa in an attempt to win her round. Viv also tells Vic that Reg left £30,000 for her to cover costs if she decided to remarry, adding that if she didn't Scott would get the lot when he is 25. Luke finds the suitcase in the river. They open it up to discover a typewriter. Viv reveals that Reg left her the key to a safety deposit box in London. Lynn's thoughtful when Sven suggests she move away from Emmerdale to Sydney.
Elsa watches as Nick takes Alice to nursery, ducking down in her new hire car out of sight as he passes by. Interior designers arrive at Home Farm to carry out Kim's new look for the place. Elsa calls at Victoria Cottage to pick up Michael's things, apologising to Eric for her words outside the courtroom yesterday. Lynn invites Kathy out for a drink later that night. Bernard calls round to see Chris and is improved to see he is much more relaxed. Sarah is still concerned about Victoria and thinks she seems weaker. Jack informs Seth of Frank and Kim's plans for a dry ski slope. He agrees they need to stop them. Elsa picks Alice up from nursery. Sarah panics and calls Bernard when she notices Victoria having difficulty breathing. Biff and Luke begin playing practical jokes on some of the villagers to further drive the rumour that the Beast of Beckindale has returned
The Windsors decide to stand together; Pollard reveals his master plan to a colleague and Betty promotes alternative medicine.
Nick is frantic about Alice and Rachel is angered by Kim's plans for the countryside. The Windsors find a clue in a safety deposit box, while Luke and Biff find the tables turned on them.
Dinner for Joe gives Lynn food for thought, while Pollard provides a sympathetic ear. The Sugdens face another family tragedy.
Sven's return confuses Lynn and the Windsors reach the end of the trail.
The Windsors discover that crime doesn't pay, while Alan steps on to a slippery slope. Jack and Sarah are separated by Victoria's illness, and Lynn makes a momentous decision. Joe and Jack meet up with an old friend Ned Glover. Ned asks about the recent plane crash and Joe says wreckage fell all over. Joe points to a field nearby where he says a huge piece of wreckage landed on it. Ned goes back to his caravan.
Lynn and Rachel prepare for a final confrontation, while 'the nobbies' scandalise the village once more. The Glovers set up camp at Emmerdale Farm and Roy comes face to face with the 'beast'.
The peace of the village is shattered by a party, where Jessica is the object of unwanted attention.
It's the morning after and the McAllisters wake up to a nightmare when it is revealed that Ben has died while in hospital, and an injury makes Joe seek pastures anew, but not before another row with brother Jack, where he says Joe is the curse of the Sugdens. Eric's plans are threatened by bad publicity while Ned receives a welcome offer.
The full extent of Luke's predicament is revealed when the McAllisters receive shocking news. Alan struggles alone at The Woolpack, while Ned has something to tell Jan.
Eric's plotting provokes opposition and Kathy finds a shoulder to cry on. Jan is offered a job, while circumstances cause Luke to lose his freedom.
The outlook for Luke looks grim while his parents run the gauntlet of village gossip. Zoe has a staffing problem and Betty tells all about her summer of love.
The McAllisters close ranks to support their son, Eric and Betty make an unlikely partnership while Zoe has some good news for Linda.
The Heritage Farm hosts a summer fair, while Betty's rock concert pulls in the crowds. Seth and Samson save the day for the cricket team, but there's an accident on the way back to Home Farm.
The Tates fight for a life on the roadside while an idea is fermenting for Alan. Rachel has a suggestion for Chris, while Luke's fate continues to hang in the balance.
Rachel has plans to get Chris out and about, while Frank's illness throws a shadow over his future with Kim. Luke continues to languish behind bars while Eric plans a big shock for Betty.
Eric has an expensive gift for Caroline. Nick has plans to make Seth a radio star. Luke returns home to find his problems are only just beginning. Butch catches Luke near the allotments and plans revenge on him for the death of Ben. Biff sticks up for Luke, and Butch drives off. Biff says that Butch means what he says.
Ned is in charge of the farm when disaster strikes, while Luke faces up to the revenge of the Dingle family. Viv tries to put off the day of reckoning with Alan, and there's more than a championship at stake at The Woolpack dominoes match.
Betty is counting the cost after her pop concert, Bernard's suggestion leaves his family aghast. Classic Gardeners' Forum get more than they bargained for with Seth, while Frank returns from hospital with something to say to Kim.
Frank is taking badly to the quiet life, while Seth fights back against enforced retirement. It's the day of the Post Office trial and Alan's world falls apart when he hears the evidence.
Home Farm staff feel the strain when Kim begins to assert himself at the Home Farm bike rally, while Alan is appalled at the state of The Woolpack's books. Luke's day out takes a turn for the worse when he confronts the Dingle family once again.
Seth makes his feelings clear by going into hiding while Chris fails to rekindle the romance in his marriage. Betty discovers the full extent of Eric's deception, while at Emmerdale Farm, the Beast of Beckindale strikes again.
Dave's job is at stake as a poacher decimates the game farm, while Ned discovers that Betty drives a hard bargain. Rachel and Chris find themselves growing closer and at Home Farm, Zoe puts Kim in her place.
Jack is worried by Sarah's strange behaviour, but Jan is alarmed to hear the truth. Luke and Jessica make plans for their parents' absence, while Dave finds another reason to chat to Kathy.
Pheasant wars escalate as Kim prepares to take on Seth. Eric is furious when James threatens to blow his cover. Chris explains the truth about his marriage to Rachel, while Jessica's romantic evening doesn't turn out as planned.
Luke and Dolores' accident interrupts what's left of Jessica's evening, while Vic discovers he has an illegal employee. Ned persuades Seth that he's made his point, while at The Woolpack, Alan puts Jan in a tricky situation
Kim is on the warpath, looking for her stolen pheasants, while Bernard and Angharad are horrified to discover what happened in their absence. Rachel takes the initiative with Chris, while at the farm, Jack has to choose when Sarah delivers a devastating ultimatum. Seth proposes marriage to Betty, and he shoots the Beast of Beckindale.
Jan offers a practical solution to Jack and Sarah's problems while Rachel is shocked to discover Chris's real feelings for Kathy. At school, Luke discovers that the feud with the Dingles is far from over.
Seth, Ned and David set out on a mission to trap the Beast of Beckindale, while Jack travels to York to appeal to Sarah.
Kim is planning a lunch party for the local hunt, and Seth is off to hear the answer to his marriage proposal.
Frank tells Kim of his suspicions after hearing "intimate noises" at Mill Cottage. Ned is going ahead with the fight despite family protests. Dave and Nick are in charge of the shoot at Home Farm. Biff and Jessica worry about the Dingles driving the McAllisters out of the village.
Rachel worries about her future with Chris.
Eric is busy making preparations for the robbery. He invites Alan for a drink. There is to be a meeting of the disaster committee to discuss what to do on the anniversary of the plane crash. Alan becomes more obstructive as he becomes more drunk. Eric meets his accomplices.
It is the morning after the robbery and Eric wakes up Alan telling him how drunk they both were the night before. Alan has no memory after he passed out, luckily for Eric. Kathy is upset about seeing Chris kissing Rachel. The Windsors dog worries Emmerdale Farm sheep.
Betty is trying to organize a village Christmas event. Bernard tries to get support against her. The atmosphere is tense at Mill Cottage. Dolores worries that her and Luke may be about to split up if she goes to university. Rachel rings Chris but hangs up when Kathy answers.
Viv receives an offer, while Betty and Seth make plans for their big day. Frank learns the truth about his son.
Rachel prepares to face the village, while quick thinking is required when a dog attacks Donna.
At the Woolpack's country and western evening, Zoe reveals the truth.
Saboteurs threaten Kim's preparations when the hunt meets at Home Farm, and Kathy is faced with some home truths.
Jessica finds that she's pushed Biff too far, and Rachel makes a discovery which will change the course of her life. Alan Turner is forced to take sides when Frank confronts Pollard in the Woolpack.
Pollard sabotages Kim's Classic Car Rally. The Woolpack is scandalised when a wronged woman confronts Zoe. And Bernard finds himself in a compromising position.
Jessica cannot come to terms with life without Biff. And Rachel has some momentous news for Chris.
Zoe takes control when Linda leaves home. Kathy is driven to desperation when she is confronted with the truth. Vic makes plans for Christmas, and Bernard is forced to admit that a relationship has got out of hand.
Zoe Tate is undermined by gossip; Kim and Frank agonise over invitations; Pollard has a proposition for Turner, and Mrs Bates walks into a compromising situation.
Ned Glover reveals his true feelings for Zoe Tate, while Bernard attempts to make amends. And Forties nostalgia hits the village when Seth and Betty host the party of the year.
Suspicions are aroused when flowers arrive at the McAllisters'. The Woolpack appears to be threatened by a new owner, while Sarah is gripped by the Christmas spirit.
It's the wedding of the year and panic reigns at Home Farm. At the cathedral, Angharad confronts a rival, while Frank's day is ruined by a malicious piece of sabotage.
Kathy realises that she's gone too far, while an American pays a visit to Emmerdale. Seth and Nick pay their individual respects to an old friend and Biff finds something strange in the swimming pool.
The village remembers its dead with a memorial service for the air disaster and Kathy slips further into despair. There's drama at the barn dance as Luke chats up a dangerous stranger.
After a Christmas spent apart, Joe confides in Ruth. Alan is becoming increasingly grumpy with his staff, especially Seth. Malcolm clearly disapproves of his daughter Kathy marrying a farm labourer, Jackie. Kathy even sobs and has to be comforted by Jackie. Christopher Meadows arrives to do an inventory of goods at Home Farm. He is surprised to see Home Farm had a fish farm as he thought it was a sewage works. Archie finds an abandoned car at Crossgill and has plans to renovate it. Dolly is desperate to move to Crossgill but has to convince Matt.
Jack and Joe hatch a plot against NY Estates, while house-hunting adds to Jackie and Kathy's pre-wedding nerves. Jock is offered a job in Norfolk, at the NY branch there.
Woe betide anyone who gets in Alan's way after he hears NY Estates plans for his future. When Seth has problems with the birds in the woods, he asks to speak to Alan for advice but Alan gives Seth an earful and Seth walks out. Caroline says that he was very harsh with Seth there. Alan goes to The Woolpack and says a few home truths to Amos, upsetting him. Jock does not want to take the job in Norfolk as he wants to stay in Beckindale with his mates. Liz accuses him of being more loyal to his friends than his family.
Joe has an unexpected encounter with two angry women. Jock wants to make amends with Liz. Liz has stayed with Matt and Dolly at Emmerdale Farm. And at The Woolpack, Amos is frosty with Alan after his rant at him last night. Alan tries to talk to Amos but Amos ignores him. Jock is drinking heavily. Jackie is offered a wedding gift by Hinton. Joe, Alan and Henry discuss the future of Home Farm. Amos is annoyed to see Alan in the back room. He wants him to apologise for his outburst the other night.
It's the end of an era when Mrs Bates arrives for her last day of work as Turner's secretary. Jock accuses Matt and Dolly of persuading his wife Liz to leave him. Jackie is excited about his upcoming wedding.
Phil arranges a stag night dinner for Jackie, but he's not prepared for the arrival of an unexpected guest. However, everyone is shocked when Tom turns up all of a sudden. He attends the stag night at Mill Cottage. Tom and Jack almost argue again. Jack is annoyed that Joe has not come to the stag night, and not even rung. Sgt MacArthur pulls a prank on Jackie by faking an arrest, saying that Dolly has been charged with being drunk and disorderly. MacArthur says another police officer will be coming to see them, and they answer the door but it is only Joe, as the special guest. Jackie laughs when he realises MacArthur played a joke on him.
It's the day before Jackie's and Kathy's wedding, and also the day of the sale at Home Farm, which Sandie will be conducting. Alan is interested in buying furniture for his and Joe's new venture, but Joe is more hesitant
It is the big day for Jackie and Kathy, but not before Kathy's dress is ruined in a flood at the Bates home while she is having her hen do at The Woolpack.
The reception for Jackie's wedding to Kathy is held at Emmerdale Farm. Seth plays the piano. Everyone has a good time and makes speeches. Archie makes a speech. Tom says to Jackie that he will not like it for long at Emmerdale. Jackie disagrees. Kathy looks forward to life as Mrs Merrick. Jack makes a sarcastic jibe at Kathy's father Malcolm. When Malcolm walks off, Jack smiles. Joe is told by Ruth that she is marrying Liam. Jackie and Kathy then leave for their honeymoon and drive to Leeds Bradford Airport. Kathy asks where they are going and Jackie tells her to look at the tickets. It is Tunisia. She is pleased.
Jackie and Kathy are in Tunisia for their honeymoon. Tom prepares to leave Beckindale. At Mill Cottage he says goodbye to Phil and then tells daughter Sandie to be good and look after No 1. Joe and Alan are preparing for the auction of Home Farm to see if they can get to buy the property. Joe says he has some final business to see to with Christopher Meadows. In Tunisia, Jackie and Kathy lose track of each other when walking around the El Djem, a Colosseum type amphitheater. Kathy chats with a stranger called Amir. Jackie sees them and tells Kathy they have to go now. When walking away he says she should not talk to strange men. As Jackie and Kathy leave, Amir looks on, in a slightly sinister way.
Jackie and Kathy are still on honeymoon, and Kathy wants an adventure on her honeymoon. As they are waiting to get the car fixed, Amir pulls up beside them. Jackie realises it is the man who Kathy spoke to yesterday. Jackie worries that he is following them. However Amir gets their car fixed for them. Joe wants to speak to Ruth but she still has not changed her mind about the deal. Joe thumps his car. Jackie and Kathy go to a high vantage point. The big day for the sale of Home Farm is looming and Turner and Joe are ready. Amir takes Jackie and Kathy to his family home. They have a dinner with them and watch Amir's family dancing.
It's the big day in Beckindale, the sale of Home Farm and the rest of NY Estates' holdings in the area. Jack is in a very good mood, which doesn't go unnoticed. Alan is tense before the auction and his mood isn't helped when Seth, Jock and Bill turn up at Home Farm.
Alan Turner and Joe Sugden are delighted to be the new owners of Home Farm. But there is tension between the workforce. Barry and Jock argue and Seth has to stop them from almost fighting.
Everyone is talking about Jack's romance with Barbara - but Annie is furious when he puts it before Jackie and Kathy's return from their honeymoon.
As Jackie and Kathy start to enjoy married life, Phil and Sandie find their relationship tough going. Matt is told that Crossgill Farm will be transferred into his name and he has to see his lawyer to get it transferred. Jock and Bill are offered a weeks work at Home Farm but are being considered for a full-time job by Alan. At The Woolpack, Amos is sceptical about the new nozzles for the beer pumps but when he is alone, he tests them. Annie confronts Jack about putting his love life with Barbara before his family. Jack is quite stubborn and will not stop seeing Barbara. He then goes off to tend to his crying son.
Matt and Dolly try to decide whether to stay at Emmerdale Farm - while Jack has thoughts of Barbara living there. And at Home Farm, Jock is accused of backstabbing by Barry, as Jock and Bill have been taken on full-time whereas Barry hasn't. Barry thinks Jock and Bill getting a weeks work at first was them sliming their way into getting a full-time job there. Barry then leaves, disgusted. Alan has some very important guests coming to Home Farm and they arrive in style. But Turner is not impressed by Seth and Bill embarrassing him by arriving in toff's clothing. Turner tells them to wait well away from the front of Home Farm. When Jack visits Barbara in Hotten, the play music and kiss passionately.
Ruth is riding Saint the stallion around a field. And it is love and war in Beckindale. Love proves difficult for both Jack and Joe but war proves all too easy for Amos and Henry in the battle of the beers. Joe takes his difficult love life out on Alan by shouting at him when Alan wants to discuss business. And Jack finds out that Barbara is still in love with another man, so they decide to end their relationship. Jack drives off into the night, content. Jack drives to Home Farm and has a brotherly chat with Joe about women.
Jock, Bill and Caroline all get the good news that they can have their jobs back permanently if they want them. Naturally they all accept. Annie's going to Hotten to visit a sick friend so Kathy offers to cook instead.
Kathy is still worried that she is not fitting in well at Emmerdale, and worries that Annie does not want her around.
Nick has been out all night. His mum Caroline is worried. Nick has stayed with Archie at his caravan. Alan berates Jock for being late with the Land Rover yesterday.
Sandie's relationship with Phil is about to change dramatically - today will confirm or deny her suspicions. Jock is fast becoming a liability at Home Farm as he is hungover.
A crisis at the fish farm brings Joe and Ruth closer together, but all it promises Jock is the sack. There is a blockage in one of the inlets at the fish farm. When Jock returns he realises it was his job to check the inlets. The blockage was caused by a dead animal. Ruth pulls the dead animal out of the inlet.
An increasingly depressed Jock mouths off at Turner in The Woolpack in front of Charles Douglas, a friend of Turner. Jock says it is not his fault what happened at the fish farm as no one showed him how to check the inlets for blockages.
It's the morning after the night before. Alan regrets what he did do, while Joe and Ruth regret what they didn't. Alan faces the wrath of his business partner Joe when Joe is angry at him for drink driving, and losing them a very important client.
Sandie's pregnancy is causing problems between her and Phil, when, suddenly, everything changes - and Beckindale is suddenly full of twitchers. Seth chats to one of the twitchers but gets no response. Amos is then inundated with customers at The Woolpack - the bird watchers. Kathy goes to the pub to help Amos out. Jackie thinks that they are not spending enough time together now they are married. Sandie tells Phil that she has had a miscarriage. Sandie then says that Phil should be pleased she lost the baby as he never wanted the baby. Phil accuses her of being sorry for herself.
Amos is determined not to be caught out twice by the bird-watchers. Also he is still worried that Henry is going to move to Italy, seeing as Seth saw Henry at the travel agents in Hotten earlier on.
Amos reveals the secret of his black stockings, while Jack comes from the library with a mystery, a romance - and a date! Joe has a plan to make him and Alan fast cash at Home Farm. As they need to pay off the mortgage, Joe plans on having acres of trees on Home Farm land felled. Joe takes Alan to the woodland where he announces his plan. Joe has called a surveyor called Stephen Fuller. Fuller arrives, and says that the trees are full of knots, and the previous owners did not take care of the trees. Alan walks off in a huff. Joe tells Fuller that Alan was the previous manager and Joe was his boss before they recently bought the place. Fuller admits he was a bit hasty with his remarks about the previous managers. Eric wants his old job back as the auctioneer at Hotten Market.
The only way Joe and Turner can stay in business is to cut down hundreds of beautiful trees - and Jack is determined to stop them. When he hears this, he leaves The Woolpack to see Joe. After Jack has gone, Stephen says to Sandie that they will be cutting down enough trees to make Jack really mad. Jack confronts Joe and says the trees belong to Beckindale but Joe says they are his now. Joe says that the cutting down and sale of these trees will keep Home Farm in business and will be beneficial to the community in the long run. Jack leaves in disgust. Jack also invites his new girlfriend Sarah Connolly round to Emmerdale.
Kathy doesn't want a job, while both Sandie and Eric do and Alan and Seth find themselves with not one job, but two. Annie says that Jack seems to be in a odd mood. Jack says it is due to Joe and Alan cutting down hundreds of trees to make money for Home Farm. Seth and Amos are embroiled in an allotment war, and said the sewage works go under Amos' allotment. The second of Seth and Alan's jobs is to help Alan and Bill repair the flood damage at the Bates house. But while doing the work, Alan breaks one of Caroline Bates's ornaments. Alan then starts to fall through the ceiling, but manages to grab the bannisters so only his legs go through the ceiling. He assures Caroline that he is quite alright. Jackie is stood watching and laughs.
Seth has left his onions at The Bates' house after helping with the repairs last night, and his chances of winning the Master Gardeners Competition are scuppered when Alan, Nick and Caroline eat the onions for their dinner.
Phil risks his relationship with Sandie when Eric persuades him to step the wrong side of the law. Sarah Connolly visits Jack at Emmerdale Farm. Having had his onions accidentally eaten, Seth wants to win The Master Gardeners Competition, and steals some flowers from Home Farm. He is seen by Nick who pretends to be Alan, and Seth starts to make his excuses, but he turns round and realises Nick is playing a prank on him. Seth lets him in on the secret. At the competition in The Woolpack, Seth is found out and exposed as a cheat. He plays innocent but everyone in the pub boos him and calls him a cheat.
Nick and Caroline are settling in well at Home Farm during their temporary stay there. Seth has been barred from The Woolpack due to cheating at the Master Gardeners Competition. Nick has high hopes of finding work when Alan fixes him an interview - while Sandie makes a frightening discovery about Phil and Eric. Eric has bought a £180 Victorian chest which Phil is doing up, maybe as a con to make money. Sandie tells Phil that she is on to him.
Nick and Caroline are eating Alan out of house and home during their stay at Home Farm. They agree to go Dutch. Joe has a bull delivered to Home Farm, and it seems to frighten Nick a bit. Sarah is getting fed up of Jack's arrogance and attitude, and his sly digs at her best pals. She tells him it is 1988 now and he needs to grow up. She then walks off. Ruth returns from a weekend in Ireland with her fiancé with some startling news for Joe. She says she has split from Liam for good. She says her and Joe can be together.
Suddenly, there's nothing to stop Joe and Ruth being together - but Sandie and Phil are being forced apart. Bill takes the bull to the market. Eric and Phil plan to make fast cash. He has bought a Victorian chest for £180, which Phil has made up to look Georgian so he can sell it for a profit and rip people off. Phil sells it for £2000. Eric gives Phil the money. Alan is facing his day in court over his drink driving incident but orders Seth to hurry up with the repairs at The Bates' house as he feels that Nick and Caroline are eating him out of house and home at Home Farm. Jack has ordered some tree trunks, so he can plant them and grown them into trees. Annie thinks Jack is reading too much into the tree felling at Home Farm.
Alan counts the cost of his brush with the law, while for Annie, of all people, crime apparently does pay! Sandie confronts Eric about him and Phil's dodgy antique fraud. She says she should expose him as a fraud and when he threatens her, she grabs him by the collar. He backs off.
Dolly decides that it's time Archie found a new home, while Joe and Ruth move a step closer to living together.
Seth's new look gives the rest of Beckindale something to chew over, while a dinner guest at Emmerdale Farm gives both Jack and Dolly food for thought.
Amos considers buying his eggs from somebody other than Dolly, noting that his current eggs are of better quality. At Emmerdale Farm, Dolly wonders why her hens aren't laying many eggs.
Phil risks his life and saves Annie from Crossgill , but Jack is suspcious about how the fire started. Dolly is devastated. She has flashbacks to all their hopes and dreams for the place. Alan still has no voice, and Caroline has to read the speech in front of the amused guests. Seth disposes of his false teeth, in a scarecrow.
Matt tries to pick up the pieces and start again after the aftermath of the fire, but Dolly has lost interest in their future. Jack still wants to know how the fire at Crossgill Farm started. Phil knows he left some rags near the stove, but does not tell Jack this, so fobs him off. Matt suggests faulty wiring may have started the fire. Alan still has no voice, so Seth decides to play on this as he also thinks Alan is deaf. Seth goes to the pub, but Alan follows, and when Alan tries some egg in vinegar, he gets his voice back. He is annoyed at Seth for thinking he was deaf as well as temporarily mute and had conned his way to skiving off down the pub. Phil claims the fire at Crossgill was just an accident but Dolly says Annie almost died.
Sandie strikes up a friendship with Stephen, and it looks like Phil's problems have only just begun. The 2 tourists, Simon Dowling and his sister Lucy complain about the local water, and also are not impressed by the attitude of some of the locals so quickly leave.
Dolly takes off from the routines of Emmerdale Farm, and a chance encounter with Stephen promises excitement - but danger too. She gets a small piece of straw in her eye, and Stephen - used to working in timber yards etc - tells her he is something of an expert at getting bits of sawdust out of people's eyes, and manages to fish it out with a handkerchief. Henry is doing more bird watching and notices a peregrine falcon.
Henry and Matt rescue an injured peregrine falcon near the farm. Matt also speaks with Alan about fixing a faulty wall at Emmerdale. Dolly finds herself far away from Emmerdale, from Matt, and all the certainties of married life. She meets Steve by chance in Harrogate where he teaches some days at the agricultural college. She mentions how she was going to have another child after Sam but that went wrong, and she still feels very sorry about it. She says that she is happy at Emmerdale though. As they part, Stephen asks to see her again, next week. Hesitant initially, she agrees to meet him.
Dolly's absences from the farm have not gone unnoticed, and Matt is determined to find out what's been going on. Stephen goes to the rendevous point he and Dolly had arranged, but Dolly was unable to go: Matt had insisted they spend the day together to try and sort things out. Dolly had tried phoning to let him know, but was unable to reach him. Later, Phil jumps to conclusions when he sees Stephen chatting to Sandie outside the Woolpack, overhearing the end of the conversation, gaining entirely the wrong impression.
Phil, his suspicions about Stephen and Sandie getting the better of him, confronts Stephen in the Woolpack, threatening to punch him, whereupon Stephen puts him straight, telling him that Sandie actually thinks the world of him. Ironically, Matt defends Stephen, telling Phil he's being ridiculous. Later, Stephen meets Dolly at the rendevous place they'd agreed before, and pressures Dolly to spend the afternoon with him. Dolly resists, and they part, but as she is driving away, changes her mind and follows him to his cottage. Time is running out, and she knows she's risking losing both Matt and Stephen.
Sam is taken ill and Dolly is nowhere to be found. But Matt has a pretty good idea where she is. Stephen has been offered a job in Scotland. She says she loves him and does not want him to go away to Scotland for his new job. Joe calls round to the forresters cottage, but Dolly hides in the bedroom. Dolly returns to Emmerdale and is met by a furious Matt who knows she has been with Stephen.
Stephen tries to stop the affair with Dolly before any more damage is done - but as far as Matt's concerned it's already too late. Stephen then leaves for Scotland alone. Donald Hinton says that he saw Dolly leave the forresters cottage where Stephen was. Matt confronts Dolly about her affair with Stephen. Matt says that their marriage is over
Stephen has gone - and Dolly's attempts to pick up the pieces of her life are hard enough, without the village gossip. Eric cracks nasty jokes at Matt and Dolly's expense. Alan asks him to keep quiet.
Nick foils a raid on the Beckindale Shop and post office. He proves to be a hero of the hour. But as the robbers flee the scene, they drop some of the money onto the floor. Nick cannot help but take some of the money that the robbers dropped on the floor.
A quiet drink in The Woolpack turns into a nightmare for Matt, while Joe and Sandie discover that both Ruth and Phil have guilty secrets. Matt storms out of the pub when Phil asks how he is, and goes to his truck and cries. Jack follows him and provides a shoulder to cry on for Matt. They go back to fix the fence and then decide to call it a day. Nick is becoming friendlier with Clare Sutcliffe.
Joe has to decide whether he still wants to marry Ruth - and Nick discovers that the money he stole has gone missing. He goes to phone the police but then decides not to. Nick tells Archie. Archie gives him a lift into Leeds. Joe is horrified to discover that Ruth saw Liam while she was in Ireland. Ruth wants to be with Joe but he feels she may still remain in touch with Liam and that he cannot risk that. He says that every time she goes out, he will think she is going to see Liam or to phone him. She tries to talk him round but he says the trust has gone. He decides to break up with Ruth for good and asks her to leave.
Annie and Dolly have a chat about her marriage to Matt. Dolly has booked a holiday but Matt is not in the holiday mood and ends up tearing up the tickets. Phil is in trouble with the Inland Revenue and Sandie finds that he has been lying through his teeth about their debts. Nick is hiding his grief over stealing some of the money left over by the robbers in the Post Office raid. He and Archie meet Clare's sister Helen while in Leeds. They go to a department store and then onto a nightclub.
Eric chats up Dolly at Hotten Cattle Market and an angry Matt threatens to break his neck. Ruth and Joe call off their relationship once and for all and she decides to return to Ireland so she can marry Liam. Matt says he should have hit Eric. Matt and Dolly still have a lot of marriage troubles but plan to work on it. Nick takes Clare around Leeds. He then gets a bus back to Beckindale and invites her to visit him there.
Nick is still in a strange mood. Mrs. Bates and Kathy Merrick try and find out what is wrong with him. They even worry he may be on drugs but Kathy knows he would not do drugs. Dolly gets a letter from Stephen saying his offer to join her in Scotland is still on. Nick, Archie, Jackie, Clare and Helen have a party at Emmerdale Farm while Annie Sugden goes out for the evening.
Matt, Dolly and Sam are packing to go on holiday in Spain. While Matt takes a look around the farm to see that everything is alright, Dolly talks to Annie about the future
Someone calls the Woolpack in the middle of night and wakes up Amos. Kathy tells Jackie that she thinks there is something odd about Clare.
Matt, Dolly and Sam are back from their holiday, but there's still tension between them. Nick is looking for Clare, but Archie's sure she's left Beckindale for good.
Amos is fighting the death watch beetle in The Woolpack, but it looks like he's got a fight on his hands with Donald too, if he wants to hang on to his clothes!
An evening spent remembering the past takes Jack and Marian to the brink of a startling new future.
The longer Marian stays with Jack the more she risks, and Henry is determined to send her home.
It looks like Caroline has found a companion. Alan decides that only desperate measures will even the score!
Alan decides that the best way to get over Caroline's affair is to have one of his own. While, Matt finds disturbing evidence that Dolly's affair might not be in the past.
Annie returns to the farm keen to catch up on the news, but Jack makes an announcement that shocks not just Annie but the rest of the family as well.
Amos' brother Ezra turns up at The Woolpack. Amos wonders why he has suddenly turned up after not seeing Amos for a few years. At Home Farm some people are surveying the land. Turner notices them and is wondering why they are here. Ezra says he has suddenly got a phobia for meat and is going vegetarian.
The alarm on one of the barns at Emmerdale Farm is going off. Matt stops it as a distressed Dolly worries the police may arrive. Amos' brother Ezra is staying at the Woolpack
Jack is getting ready to leave Beckindale to live with Marian in Italy. It is the 2nd anniversary of the death of his wife Pat as well and tensions are running high at Emmerdale Farm. Jackie accuses Jack of being selfish and also for forgetting the anniversary of Pat's death. Meanwhile, Ezra fights his sudden phobia of meat once and for all by carving up and mincing meat in a shed at Emmerdale Farm with Amos, Jack and Jackie watching. He then leaves to return to Whitehaven.
It is an emotional day at Emmerdale Farm as Jack is preparing to leave again to live with Marian in Rome. He bids an emotional farewell to everyone and then leaves for the airport. Turner has been invited to lunch in Hotten with Denis Rigg. Denis turns up late and when he suggests to Turner that he buys Joe out of Home Farm. Turner walks out saying he will not see his partner out of a home, leaving Denis with a flea in his ear.
Sandie has welcomed her new lodgers at Mill Cottage. They are Kate and her teenage children Rachel and Mark. Mark and Rachel now have to adjust to living in new surroundings. Turner is nursing a massive hangover and even has a touch of diarrhoea. Joe meets Kate again at the local supermarket. She says that is her day job. Kate says she saw Denis Rigg at The Feathers last night with a well dressed big man with a posh voice. Joe suspects it was Turner. Alan has not yet met Kate officially. Joe worries that Denis is trying to play him and Alan into selling their shares in Home Farm.
There's a dog on the loose in Beckindale attacking sheep, but while Joe tries to track it down, Alan is more than interested in a visitor from the skies!
When he finds the dog that's been killing sheep, Joe thinks his troubles are over, but they're only just beginning. Jackie, too thinks his future's looking brighter as he takes over at Emmerdale Farm, but, like Joe, he's a nasty shock in store
The balloon goes up at Beckindale fete, as Seth sets out to prove that Amos's tales of daredevil flying are so much hot air, while Joe's joy-ride turns out to be anything but and Dolly's emotions are up in the air when she hears that Stephen may be around.
Henry sets off to investigate the strange disappearance of Amos - last seen two days ago wandering on the Yorkshire Moors!
Tensions between Joe and Jackie come to a head when Annie is involved in an accident at Emmerdale Farm.
Amos is back in Beckindale with a surprise for the village. There's a surprise too for Joe, who finds himself the third person at an intimate dinner for two.
For the second night running, an unexpected guest ruins Joe's evening - but Nick is determined not to let a surprise visitor ruin his.
It's not only pheasants in the firing line as Home Farm stages its first shoot of the season. Alan's gunning for Seth, while Nick finds himself in Eric's sights.
Three's a crowd at The Woolpack - but who should go, Gloria, Amos or Henry? Alan, meanwhile, has no such problem about who should leave Home Farm.
Joe becomes the unusual white knight defending Rachel - but who's going to defend Joe against Denis?
Unexpected visitors mean that the party's over for both Amos and Archie - but when Joe turns up to celebrate Kate's birthday, the party's not even begun.
Nick is determined to get Helen out of his hair, but he's reckoned without the fury of a woman scorned.
Intrigue at Home Farm as Alan gets ready to stab Joe in the back, but it looks like Joe may be about to make a move of his own.
Seth is determined to get his old job back at Home Farm, and decides it's time he took the law into his own hands.
When Joe discovers that Alan has stabbed him in the back it's Phil who bears the full brunt of his fury.
While Eric and Phil plot their revenge on Sandie - with Nick's help, Seth is making the new gamekeeper pay dearly for taking his job.
Joe's beginning to think he has no chance in his battle against Denis, but help is on the way from Joe's unlikeliest ally - Kate Hughes.
Denis has a shock in store for Alan who, in turn, has a shock for Seth and Hugh - and the shocks don't even end there, as Joe discovers.
Joe has to decide where his future lies, while Henry and Amos decide where Archie's does.
Neither Joe nor Dolly are looking for love - instead, love comes looking for them, and from unexpected quarters.
Is Kate with Phil or Joe? Amos is puzzled, but, little does he know that Kate can't decide either.
The Sugdens and Skilbecks celebrate with champagne while Nick ends up in a ditch.
Sandie catches Kate and Joe in a compromising situation, while Kathy hears a confession. Stephen is killed by a tree.
A visit from a policeman causes Dolly to take flight - while the rest of the Beckindale practices their scales.
Sandie finds she has a most unlikely admirer. Jackie feels Kathy is interfering in something that doesn't concern her.
For Dolly and Matt, it's the day of Stephen's funeral, but Joe and Kate decide it's picnic time!
Kathy is in a tough frame of mind; first standing up to Eric and then giving Annie a stern warning.
Sandie gets a shock when bailiffs from the Inland Revenue arrive at her house - accompanied by Phil!
Joe decides to move back to Emmerdale Farm - and he's determined to take Kate with him.
As Eric and Phil try to entice Nick to break the law, Joe tries to entice Kate to Emmerdale Farm for Christmas.
Nick and Phil go over their plan for the robbery. Phil threatens to drop Nick in it with the police about the robbery money if he doesn't turn up. Matt puts presents under the Christmas tree and finds one addressed to him by Dolly.
Boxing Day festivities at the farm mean Give Us A Clue time for Annie and the family, while Henry plugs into his Christmas present and Alan falls asleep where he shouldn't.
While Kate is becoming one of the family it's moving day for Jackie and Kathy - and maybe for Matt and Dolly too.
1997
Biff and Roy hear a scarecrow making moaning sounds and soon see that it's Butch, who has no memory of the night before, but has a pair of panties in his pocket. It's the morning after the night before for Sophie, who begins to put together that she had sex with Butch. Frank gloats to Sophie and Chris that Kim packed her bags and left. Viv shames Terry for his kiss with a young woman the night before. When she talks to Betty about it, Betty nearly reveals seeing Kelly kiss Tom before figuring out who Viv means.
As Sarah finishes preparing to leave Emmerdale Farm, Robert and Andy, who are excited about leaving, wonder where Jack is. While Marlon sleeps, Albert pockets his car keys, and soon steals his car. Mandy visits Kathy offering her support. Kathy assures Mandy that Dave had been genuinely fond of her, and that Mandy had proven him right. Over the breakfast table, Donna teases Kelly about being in love with Tom. Kelly responds by throwing her bowl of cereal into Donna's face. Donna runs upstairs in tears as Vic looks on in shock. Kelly denies having any feelings for Tom. Sean surprises Kathy by returning to the village to help her get through the funeral. Jan briefly mistakes him for Dave, then accuses Kathy of playing away with Sean
Zak attempts to win back the love of his life after Albert attempts at sabotage, but Lisa is far from impressed. Kathy faces the hardest day of her life, but the Glovers are at each other's throats as they struggle with their grief. Meanwhile, Kim stands proud in the face of her enemies, revealing to a devastated Kathy that Dave loved her and planned to run away with her and James.
Tom begins to regret recent events. Frank forgives an act of angry violence, and Roy learns some distressing home truths.
Frank lays down the law to Kim. Kelly attempts to save her love affair.
Zak unveils a token of his affection; Andy causes problems for the Sugdens; and Chris has a tempting proposal for Kim.
Linda ruins Biff's romantic plans. Kelly's heartbreak seems to be over, but there's a nasty shock for Chris.
Kelly is sick of keeping her love a secret. Kim tries to heal some old wounds. Kathy warns Jan about forthcoming events.
Chris ignores Kim's grief in his push for power. Kim tries to heal old wounds, while Kathy can't forgive and forget.
Frank is determined to end the rumours surrounding James. Jan and Kathy comes to blows over Dave, and Betty returns home to a shocking discovery.
Vic reacts violently to Betty's news of Kelly. Andy is terrified by Jack's criticisms, and Frank shatters Kim's dreams for James.
Frank's news shatters Kim's dreams. Tom is forced to face the consequences, while a terrified Kelly is left alone and in trouble.
Butch and Marlon go ghost-hunting. Kelly gives the Windsors an ultimatum.
Andy gets into yet more trouble. Vic causes more bother for Tom, and Butch and Marlon meet an unexpected stranger.
There's trouble at the Dingles when Mandy confronts Lisa. Jan is shocked by Kim's revelations. Terry finds Viv too much to handle.
Zak comes face to face with a love-rival. Terry celebrates an anniversary. Frank and Kim finally come to bitter blows.
Zak wins a precious prize. Kim's disappearance worries Sophie, while Kelly and Tom have an announcement to make.
Lisa lays down the law. Kelly finally forces Tom's hand. Eric makes a stunning confession to Steve.
Tom realises his bridges are burnt. Frank tries to sweet talk a local reporter. Chris puts increasing pressure on Linda.
A new arrival shocks the village. Chris takes out his anger on Biff. Frank faces disaster.
Biff realises how much Linda loves him. Zoe's had enough of Frank's lies. Kelly is determined to build a new life with Tom.
Eric and Dee struggle to do the right thing as they struggle with each other's different cultures. Marlon and Butch investigate Barry's secret. Linda tells Biff the truth about Chris.
Hour-long special. Pollard and Dee have a romantic break. Ned takes the law into his own hands. The Dingles discover Barry's great dream.
Dee is invited for a night out with the girls. The Glovers are made a tempting offer. Frank attempts to scare off the press.
DI Cooke increases the pressure on Frank. Dee outwits Pollard, while Kelly is scared of losing Tom.
Butch trains to be an astronaut and Tom plans to leave Emmerdale.
A grim discovery is made in the quarry. Frank is confronted by personal tragedy.
Frank comes to terms with his loss. Biff and Linda enjoy an intimate evening.
Zak is upset by the Dingles' new lodger. The police investigate a suspicious death, and is it the end of the road for Frank?
Biff tries his luck at gambling. Mandy is attacked by Burger rivals, while Frank faces his worst nightmare yet.
Ned meets an old flame - Rebecca Cairns. Frank faces the wrath of the courts, while Vic makes a fool of himself with Kathy.
Tony Cairns discovers Roy in a compromising position. Pollard realises how desperate Dee has become, while Zoe takes over at Home Farm.
The Tates have to deal with more chaos at Home Farm, and Mandy faces another roadside attack.
Biff tastes the high life with Steve. Butch and Marlon dish out a violent revenge, while Terry enjoys a secret late night rendezvous.
Eric warns a humiliated Vic about insulting Dee. Steve takes control at Home Farm, while Terry's absence leads to disaster at The Woolpack.
Alan is forced to take action over Terry's negligence. Viv wants to start again for the sake of the children. While the Dingles Burger War takes an explosive new turn.
Mandy is delighted by a new job opportunity. Jack threatens Zoe with the police. Terry forces Viv to make a decision.
The Dingles kidnap a burger rival. Kim's funeral causes more heartache for Frank. Biff and Linda make a shocking discovery.
It's showtime time, as the Dingles finally meet Mr. Big. The immigration authorities catch up with Dee. Chris doubts Zoe's love for her father, while Frank is heartbroken at his family's betrayal.
The Dingles gain a new house-guest. Kim's will contains some surprises, while Linda hears a tearful confession.
Viv discovers the truth about Terry and Helen. The Cairns face up to some grim news, while the Windsors discover an upsetting letter from Kelly.
The Dingles venture into the transport business. Frank confronts Chris over his betrayal, while Tony attempts to take control of his family.
Frank lays down the law. Chris delivers Rachel a financial bombshell, while Linda helps Emma make a vital decision.
Seth waits to hear what Kim left him in her will. The Dingles school bus service hits disaster, while Becky and Tony are divided over Emma's future.
Rachel is worried by Steve's obsession with Home Farm. Marlon's driving terrifies Betty, while Chris is humiliated in the wine bar.
Paddy continues his quest for Mandy's heart. Zoe learns just how brutal prison life is when Frank is attacked, tensions begin to grow in the Sugden household between Robert and Andy, while the Cairns discover Emma has gone missing after her father threatens to move out if she brings baby Geri home.
Andy resorts to violence. Rachel faces determined and unwelcome visitors. Biff continues to hide his terrible secret.
Linda is obsessed with babygros. Rachel lashes out at the Tates, Sarah tries to smooth things over with Viv in the aftermath of Andy's behaviour, while Mandy finds true love.
The Windsors are desperate to find Kelly. Tony loses his temper with the social workers.
Betty and Kathy worry about Biff's health, Chris finds a dramatic solution to his money problems, and romance is in the air for the Windsors.
A mistake by Rachel could cost thousands of pounds. Chris lashes out at Zoe. And Berry gives Biff a terrifying ultimatum.
Chris turns to Zoe for help. Andy's violent temper gets him in more trouble, while Dee learns some uncomfortable facts about Eric.
Biff confronts his mother. The Dingles prepare for a surprise visit, while Eric enjoys the happiest day of his life.
Alan is discovered after a night of agony. Jack takes the biggest chance of his life, while Steve turns his attentions to Zoe.
Sarah is still wrestling with the behavioural problems of their troublesome foster son Andy. Following last night's misunderstanding Steve tries to smooth things over with Zoe. Biff finally gives in to pressure from Kathy and goes to the hospice to meet Ron.
Donna tells Vic about Viv's recent behaviour. Frank makes some changes at Home Farm, starting with Steve.
Linda promises Biff she'll stick by him no matter what.
Zak plans to ruin the bus service. Biff and Linda go for a counselling session, but Biff loses his temper after hearing her news.
It's the funeral of Biff's dad, Ron Hudson, and Linda finds herself facing his mum. Frank invites a crowded Woolpack to celebrate his freedom at a party at Home Farm - but very few people show up and even Kathy shocks Frank with her opinion on Kim's death. One guest who Frank hadn't expected is his angry daughter-in-law Rachel.
Zak and Albert have a wager about drinking.
The Sugdens make the Cairns an offer they can't refuse, and a mysterious visitor unsettles Kathy.
An hour-long episode. There's a shock in store for Frank when someone from his past turns up. Then Frank loses a battle that costs him dearly.
Zoe has a terrible shock waiting for her at Home Farm.
Will has a word with Lyn about bullying his sister.
The village mourns Frank Tate, and on the day of the funeral, Chris can't cope with his father's death.
Frank's mourners cluster around the outside of a locked Home Farm wondering what's up. Inside, Zoe is stunned to find Kim alive. Zoe also has to contend with her brother's planned suicide and pleads with him not to do it. Chris tells her that he plans on sticking around for a while to make sure Kim doesn't get a single penny.
Kim is well and truly back and Sophie is hurt that Zoe excluded her. In the Stables, Biff comes face to face with the recently deceased Mrs Tate and warns her to watch herself. At the Tea Rooms, Betty is still offended at the fiasco after Frank's funeral telling Kathy about the farm being locked. Biff tells Linda he's made his mind up about his medical condition.
Becky has some bad news for Sarah. Sarah is fuming and heads off for a confrontation with Viv. At Home Farm, DI Cooke points out the current police position to the Tates. Sophie is unhappy at Zoe's recent behaviour. Kathy gently tries to explain to little Alice what could happen at Nick's trial. Teen-mum Emma finds herself in a frightening situation with new friend Dean.
Biff is gloomy about Nick's trial prospects but for once Jan is optimistic. Spiteful Viv, ups the stakes in her vendetta against Andy by going to see the Head. It's the day of the reading of Frank's will and Chris is feeling confident. However, Kim as always is full of surprises as she reveals to Zoe, but Zoe is more interested in Sophie.
The row between the Sugdens and the Windsors escalates as Jack has to escort Andy and Robert past a school picket line. After the surprises in Frank's will, Chris is outraged because Kim thinks she has all the control. Jan is surprised to be welcomed at Home Farm by Kim and absolutely delighted at her assurance. Later at Home Farm, Chris is still ranting at Kim letting her know that he is not going to sit back and watch her take everything away from him. There's trouble brewing for the Cairns after Tony has a visit from Dean's father.
With Kim now in charge of Home Farm, Chris is determined to have his revenge by informing the police. Kim, however, makes threats of her own stopping Chris in his tracks. It looks as if Tony's encounter with Dean could have serious repercussions. Chris hopes to get new shareholder Steve on his side, but Steve is scathing about Chris's judgement. Zoe is angry at Chris' suggestions about Kim and demands an explanation. Kathy and Biff are drawn closer together as she sadly confides that she would be secretly pleased to see Nick go to prison so she can keep Alice.
Biff is shocked when brother-in-law Roy rounds on him saying he saw him all over Kathy. Tony is determined he will not give into blackmail and explains to Becky why he won't tell everything to the police. Unfortunately Becky pays a secret visit to farmer Adlington to try and settle the matter. Viv continues her crusade against Andy as she confronts Sarah again. All is not happy between Sophie and Zoe as Sophie points out. Panicked to find that Roy saw him kiss Kathy, Biff tries to apologise but he's surprised at Kathy's response. Butch is shocked when he sees Zoe and Sophie kiss. Terry intervenes when he sees Robert and Andy fight and takes the two home.
Sophie is alarmed when a lovelorn Butch tries to talk to her. Becky is worried when Ken demands more money. The trials of bringing up a foster child are putting a strain on the Sugdens marriage as Jack clashes angrily with Sarah. Kim has some controversial ambitions for Tate Holdings and for once Zoe is in agreement with her brother. It seems you can combine business and pleasure as Kim turns on the charm for new board member Steve.
After their first night of passion, Steve is surprised when Kim tells him to say nothing. Chris is determined to find out what plans Kim has for Home Farm but Steve isn't saying. Kathy is angry to find Eric trying to pull a fast one on her. Jan is apprehensive when Kim asks her to call at Home Farm but Kim has a proposition for her. Jan's not the only Glover to receive an offer from Kim as Roy tells his sister and Sophie decides to be absolutely blunt with Butch.
Biff doesn't think Jan should consider working at Home Farm but Jan has decided it is in her best interests. Lady of the manor Kim pays a visit to the Dingles with a warning that if they don't clean up their land she will evict them. Later, Kim has some mixed advice for Zoe, telling her that getting involved with someone who works for the family can have a high price. Andy is now being taught at home but he's still behaving very badly and Sarah thinks she might know why.
The Windsors are pleased that Kelly has come home but shocked when she explains what happened. There's an extra bed needed at The Woolpack as Mandy arrives with news that all the men have the mumps and she is moving in. Kim takes new lover Steve for a riding lesson and explains her situation. Becky confides to Jan her worries about Tony's assault charge and while Biff is away getting his test results, Roy breaks some news to Linda about Biff and Kathy.
Ned is furious that Jan kept so much secret from him. Butch's obsession for Sophie has angered the normally even-tempered Zoe. A face from the past turns up to cast a shadow over the Cairns family, leading Tony to demand an explanation. However, his mysterious visitor has an ominous warning which has Becky worried. Zoe explains to Sophie some of the difficulties they face, but they are both in for a devastating shock when they return to Zoe's after an evening out.
Butch's latest act is too much for Zoe who wastes no time in calling the police. Zak is disappointed when he realises what Butch has been up to. Jan has begun her new job as house-keeper at Home Farm and Kim wastes no time letting her know who's boss. At the Sugden's, Andy receives a visit from his Social Worker, Carmel, who has some news about his dad. Zoe decides to tackle Zak about Butch and his behaviour. At Home Farm, flirtatious Kelly uses all her charms on odious Chris.
Chris has found out about Kim's affair with Steve and can't resist having a go at his wicked Step-Mum. Butch's latest exploits are well out of line and Zak tries to get through to his son. Kelly begins her first day as a chalet maid at the Holiday Village to find she's going to have to work with a familiar face Lyn, who's not at all happy to see Kelly. The Sugdens have taken Andy to meet his real father who desperately wants to be friends. It looks like all Zak's words have been to no avail as Sophie discovers Zoe's car has been broken into.
Jan is not pleased to have walked in on Kim and Steve as she tells her husband Ned. Meanwhile, Kim has a surprising offer for hated step-son Chris. Chris's first task is to demote Biff. At the holiday village the rivalry between teen-temptress Kelly and Lyn hots up as Kelly delivers a few home truths. With the return of Andy's real father, the Sugdens have some difficult decisions to make as Sarah explain how attached she has become to Andy. Zoe loses her cool at Butch's latest action over Sophie and gives Zak a stern warning, but it's to no avail as Butch has let himself into Zoe's house while Sophie is alone.
While Zoe finds she's been sent a hoax call out and realises the awful truth, her girlfriend Sophie is trapped, alone and terrified with raging Butch. Sophie is petrified but she's angry too. At Oakwell Hall, Kim is casting her expert eye over a desirable stallion. Chris gives feuding chalet-maids Lyn and Kelly an ear-bashing.
Despite all the advice to the contrary Biff is determined to take part in a bare-knuckle fight. Zak thinks it might not be too bad. Meanwhile, pregnant Linda returns from Hotten and collapses, Jan rushes her to hospital and sets about getting hold of Biff unaware that he is at a secret fist fight. Later, at the hospital Roy is anxious for news.
Linda has lost her baby and blames her past but the doctor is optimistic. Back at home Linda turns on her husband. Rachel finds herself with some explaining to do to Sarah after Andy's dad turns up and insists on taking him out. Chris is amused to watch Kim's behaviour with Lord Alex. Biff's latest argument with Linda has been the last straw and he's walked out and straight round to Kathy with a request.
Andy has stayed out with his Billy all night and Jack and Sarah are now very worried, guilty Rachel tries to be optimistic. Kim has accepted an invitation to Lord Oakwell's without telling Steve, which gives Chris the pleasure. It's Charlie Cairns 18th birthday and Mandy has arranged a surprise party and to Charlie's delight the return of her ex-boyfriend Greg. Of course Mandy feels one good turn deserves another as she tells Charlie. Charlie's delight later turns to horror as she comes downstairs at the cottage to hear Greg demanding answers from Emma.
Charlie can't believe what she's heard, Greg is panic-stricken. Seth finds Emma alone and devastated. She tells him that Charlie knows and might tell her dad. Zak launches the Dingle's Medieval Theme Park with a speech. Angry that Greg has tried to blame Emma for his seduction, Charlie tries to find out the truth but she's amazed at Emma's revelation.
Steve uses Charlie as a shoulder to cry on about his woman trouble. Charlie grasps her chance and invites herself back to his home. Little does Steve realise that his real troubles are just about to start. Zoe, Sophie and Rachel are having a girls night out. But the party spirit leads to a few drinks too many and as emotions rise, Sophie declares her undying love for Zoe.
Charlie and Steve start feel the backlash after Kim's unexpected entry the previous night. Steve attempts to say sorry, but will his efforts to regain Kim's affections work? Village gossip puts a strain on Zoe and Sophie's relationship and their work. But last night's emotional outburst said in the heat of the moment or could it be true love? Getting permission for the open prison becomes public knowledge and Alan leads the protests against Kim, who is behind the idea.
Charlie confronts Greg and lets him know he isn't going to get away lightly with messing about with her little sister Emma. Jan refuses to let Sophie's comments about Zoe be forgotten and wonders if Sophie is fit to be the nanny of her baby grandchild James. Chris is pressured to defend the plans for an open prison when he's confronted by angry villagers. But little does Chris know that it's all the work of scheming Kim, who has a surprise announcement to make.
Chris is deeply suspicious of Kim's motives for giving up so quickly on the open prison development. Sophie's mother is sick of the gossip surrounding her daughter's relationship with Zoe. So she confronts the pair to ask them for the truth. Zoe tries to calm the situation and says they are just friends. But Sophie refuses to hid her feelings and confesses they are a couple and deeply in love. Meanwhile, Charlie finds the pressure of knowing that Greg is the father of Emma's baby unbearable.
Kim decides to make the villagers pay for opposing her plans to sell off the holiday village for an open prison and outrage quickly spreads when they discover she plans to hit them all where it hurts - in the pocket. Angry Charlie says her sister Emma has driven her away from home. Armed with a rucksack she tells Mandy she's off and promises to send a postcard. Kim in a rare sympathetic mood, gives comfort and support to Sophie over the strain of her relationship. She tells her to have as much time off as she needs. Also, Jan very narrowly avoids getting the sack from Kim when she homophobically insults Sophie.
Rachel receives the tragic news that Kate has died as a result of a brain hemorrhage. Jack consoles Rachel and says he will always be there for her and not just as a father figure. Rachel pours out her feelings and they kiss with an unbridled passion. Lord Alex introduces his upper-class fiance Tara at a small gathering at Home Farm. Steve takes immediate interest much to Kim's annoyance.
Rachel and Jack struggle with guilt following their passionate embrace. Sarah insists the pair stay overnight in Sheffield following Kate's funeral and unwittingly urges Jack to take good care of Rachel. Kim hopes everything will be perfect for an explosive lunch with lover Steve, potential partner Lord Alex, who she's taken a shine to and his fiance Tara. Chris stumbles across Will, Kelly, Roy and Lyn having a party in one of the holiday chalets and spares no detail in a call to Vic. Vic alerts Tony and the 'fathers-in-arms' arrive at the holiday village just as temperatures begin to rise.
The board of Tate Holdings meets to decide whether to invest in the Oakwell Stud Farm. For once Kim's best laid plans appear to meet with strong opposition. Chris lays down the law to Kelly, Lyn and Roy over their antics in the holiday chalet. He says their jobs are on the line. Kelly discusses her career with Chris as the others leave. Chris tells her he needs assurances but not necessarily work ones. Jack phones his wife Sarah to let her know how the funeral went. As he hangs-up there's a knock at his bedroom door. Does Rachel need Jack's shoulder to cry on or has she got other ideas?
Neither Jack nor Rachel have any regrets about their affair and Jack wants to stay longer in Sheffield. Kelly and Lyn are cleaning a chalet and find a wallet containing £20 tucked beneath a mattress. One of the girls cashes in and earns herself a promotion - but which one? Teenage mother Emma takes Alice to the playground with her baby daughter Geri. But while she is distracted by some of her school pals, Alice and the baby go missing. The whole village rallies round. When Zak and Kathy go looking, they hear crying and discover Geri in a shed. Kathy starts worrying about Alice, who is asleep in a red car driven by Karen Johnson.
Rachel and Jack travel home from Sheffield after their night of illicit passion. Jack's consumed with guilt and insists on stopping at a service station to call his wife Sarah. During the conversation he learns of Alice Bates' abduction and by a quirk of fate spots the youngster being led from the services by a woman. Jack hangs up, races outside and literally risks his life to stop them getting away. Kelly starts her first day as personal assistant to Chris but quickly realises it will not be an easy job when she's confronted by Kim. Sarah, unaware of her husband's affair, has fixed a holiday in Spain with the children, visiting their grandmother.
Jack is deeply unhappy that his wife Sarah and their children are off to Spain. And to add to his problems, Rachel, his lover, believes Jack's engineered the whole thing to get Sarah out of the way. She tells him she is not impressed. The Cairns family prepare for another case conference with social workers about their schoolgirl daughter Emma's baby. But Emma shocks them all when she announces she doesn't want to keep the child anymore. Kim and Lord Alex Oakwell meet to discuss the future of the stud farm. He's intensely attracted by her ruthless business style, and the flame is lit for a night of unbridled passion.
Kim has carved another notch on her bedpost, but her latest lover, Lord Alex is overcome with guilt for cheating on his bride-to-be Tara. Later, when Kim arrives at the stud farm, dressed to kill, he's frightened she's come to tell Tara what happened. But it's Kim who is left shocked when she is presented with an invite to the wedding. Tony is deeply distressed that he might lose his baby granddaughter Geri and while Rachel and Jack struggle to keep their emotions under wraps, he finds it impossible to hid his true feelings.
Lord Alex's wedding to Tara is looming and Kim's attentiveness, following their one-night stand, is getting him down. He's still worried she might spill the beans and when Kim and Tara decide to go riding, he tries to follow, but is left behind. Tara explains his Lordship is not the horseman his forefathers were, as the two women gallop away. But danger lurks and the wedding plans are thrown into chaos when Tara is taken to hospital in an ambulance after a bad fall. Kathy gives Eric the third degree after a drunken customer from the Wine Bar staggers into her private rooms looking for the toilet. Eric says if she feels unsafe, she should move. Zoe tells Linda that it was her mother Jan who caused the rift with Sophie, by writing a poison pen letter to Sophie's mother telling her they were lovers.
Jack apologises to Rachel for behaving like a love-sick schoolboy but insists they discuss their relationship soon. Rachel is fighting her emotions for the sake of Jack's family and in particular his wife Sarah, who is one of her best friends. She tells him they must keep their distance. Jack continues to make his feelings obvious, finally making Ned suspicious when he keeps staring at her in the Woolpack. Kathy is shocked to find Eric has won a drinks extension for the Wine Bar without consulting her. Her rooms are upstairs and it will mean more disruption to her life. She tell him she's moving out. Mandy tests out new very hot food to compete with Eric, sending Alan and Terry racing for water after she sets their throats on fire. Albert encourages Marlon to work with the family, but Marlon goes job-hunting instead. He tries to blag for a high-paying job, but is sent to be a trainee chef for Eric.
Wedding bells chime for Lord Alex and Tara while Kim is left in no doubt that her one-night stand with his Lordship was strictly that. Lord Alex takes Kim aside and says while he'll always think fondly of her, their affair is definitely finished. Kim rarely fails to get her own way and is left smarting still more when Tara thanks her for saving her life, and admits the wedding would not have been possible without her. For once it is Emmerdale's arch-schemer who has reaped her won reward but her longer-standing lover Steve casts her mind into even greater turmoil by asking her to marry him. A gang of bikers ride into the village and among them is Colin Batty once held hostage by the Dingles during Emmerdale's 'Hot Dog Wars'. Since then he's been mates with Zak and Albert and is stood chatting to them when out of the blue, one of the bikers lands a punch plum on his chin.
Lisa is dressed to kill and has pampered herself with a makeover - all to impress a certain man in her life. But when she makes her big entrance, Zak has lost the plot and thinks it's all for someone else. Ned innocently invites Jack and Rachel to dinner. Rachel is not keen but agrees to go so as not to offend Ned and his family. But Jack has his own plans for desert and persuades Rachel to come back to his house for a chat. Kim and Steve are on tenterhooks over his marriage proposal. When she finally agrees, she insists he must promise to stay out of her business dealings. But as the couple chat, Steve unwittingly insults Lord Alex - little knowing Kim's secret affair with him. A row blows-up, Kim storms off to her car, and as Steve tries to stop her he's left injured and unconscious in the road.
Village gossip Betty witnessed the accident and can't believe Kim drove away without stopping. But Kim was oblivious to the accident and only finds out what's happened when she's told by her nanny Sophie. Before she can get to the hospital the police arrive. Meanwhile, as Steve regains consciousness there are some questions the police would like to ask him too. But he refuses to press charges against Kim and tells them he had been drinking. Then in a final show of love, he tells Kim she can have his share in Home Farm in return for marrying him. Jack convinces Rachel he's not just using her and really does love her. With Jack's wife Sarah out of the way in Spain, the couple inevitably spend the night together. Mandy is mad with Zak for ignoring Lisa and while Zak is slow to realise Lisa really fancies him, his brother Albert is making his own advances.
Terry is consumed with jealousy as Alan sets off with beautiful biker Jo. Zak and Albert vie with one another for Lisa's attentions. Albert has had their names printed on his van while Zak has worked furiously in his garden to produce a flower bed that spells out Lisa's name. One of them is going to win her hand in marriage and Lisa has made up her mind - so who will be disappointed? Jack and Rachel continue their affair, but Ned realises their secret when he arrives at the farm and discovers a trail of discarded clothes.
Poor Zak appears to be a loser in love. His wife left him and just when it looked like he'd found another ideal mate - she's decided to marry his brother Albert instead. Zak barely resembles the proud prize-fighter he once was, as he knocks-out the letter 'S' from a special flower bed spelling out 'Lisa' - his true love's name. Butch is puzzled, but realises, with a little explanation, that the new version nearly says Liar. Dee is intrigued when the postman delivers a herbal remedy to her husband Eric. She seeks advice from village gossip Betty and decides to throw it away. Ned now knows about Jack and Rachel's affair and gives her a piece of his mind. Linda hands out invitations for her dad's 50th. She forgets a card for Rachel but innocently adds her name onto Jack and Sarah's invite.
The feud between the Dingle brothers heightens when Zak and Butch discover Albert on the wrong side of a partition fence they've erected. Lovelorn Zak forces Albert back to the other side. But when Albert offers to cancel his wedding Zak says he must not because it would break Lisa's heart. Rachel and Jack face the wrath of Ned, who's discovered their affair. Ned tries to talk sense into Jack but he's having none of it and when he tries to confront them together, Rachel storms off. Later Rachel reluctantly suggests they end the affair. Linda's come up with a great idea for her dad's 50th. She'll get together some of her mates and mimic the Spice Girls. At their first rehearsal though Zoe, Linda, Sophie and Kathy are let down by Kelly leaving the way open for Old Spice Betty to stand in.
Sarah returns from Spain and ironically gives Rachel a friendship ring for looking after her husband. Jack has already told Ned that the affair is over and Rachel has decided she must quit her job at the farm. Later at Ned's birthday bash Rachel tells Jack she' confused about their relationship. Ned tells the pair of them unless they really have ended their affair he's telling Sarah. Albert is desperate to call off his wedding but Marlon refuses to help him. Meanwhile, Kim breaks the news of her impending nuptial to Chris, to test his reaction. The stage is set for Ned's bash but there's no place for Old Spice Betty as Kelly arrives to take her place.
The big day is fast approaching for Albert and Lisa but both appear to be having second thoughts. And as the stage is set for a real Dingle-wrangle, Albert collars Marlon to be his best man - then begs him to make an objection during the ceremony. Meanwhile, Lisa confides to Betty that she only agreed to marry Albert when Zak failed to put up a fight for her. She fears she's lost the man she really loves. Kelly is more than impressed with her new boyfriend Will when he fixes the Home Farm computer to put an extra £200 on her salary. Zoe is concerned that Steve really does intend to marry her stepmother Kim and tries to talk him out of the relationship. The pressure is mounting for Jack. His mate Ned continues to nag him about ending his affair. While his lover Rachel warns that his mood swings will give the game away to his wife Sarah.
Albert is a desperate man. It's his wedding day and he seems like he'll do anything not to go through with the ceremony. He's even prepared to shop himself to the law as the man responsible for a series of local burglaries. Village gossip Betty tells Zak he's got to go to the church and stop the wedding otherwise he and Lisa may regret it for the rest of their lives. Meanwhile, Butch is so upset at what's happening he's decided to leave home. The wedding ceremony rapidly descends into chaos as Barry interrupts the wedding, but he is dragged outside. Betty and Zak arrive immediately after Zak professes his love for Lisa. Reverend Ashley decides to bless the relationship outside, due to a funeral taking place at 4pm and also with a charge. Just as Ashley begins to conduct the blessing, the police arrive and Albert is forced to hide underneath Lisa's wedding dress.
Zak is triumphant as he serves breakfast in bed to his new bride Lisa and the incredible goings on at the wedding become just a distant memory as the happy couple start their honeymoon, with not a care in the world. Lord Alex and Kim spot a horse at the auctions they want to buy for their stud. The price is £80,000, but Lord Alex admits he's skint. Kim reluctantly pays for the thoroughbred from the Home Farm Business account and warns her new business partner he'll have to cough-up soon. Kelly blows her ill-gotten gains on a party, but wishes she hadn't bothered, when Will chats up a dishy looking stranger. The gatecrasher suggests she and Will slip outside to a secluded place she knows, where they can be alone. She takes him to a deserted barn, with Will the worse for wear with drink, But he's got more than a hangover to worry about when he wakes up the following morning.
Rachel hardly knows which way to turn when Sarah pours out her heart following a heated row with Jack and to make matters worse Sarah asks her if she's any idea what's making Jack so irritable. Kathy agrees to take up Eric's offer of a house/flat swap which will cost her £25,000. Meanwhile, the demands of a young wife are preying heavily on Eric's mind. Jo arrives at The Woolpack on her motorbike to whisk landlord Alan away for a camping break and there's only one tent. Tony, Becky and Emma return home from their holidays to a scene of devastation after Will's impromptu party. But their wayward son is nowhere to be seen. Roy tells Tony about the party, and that Will left with a young woman. Unknown to the family, Will is being forcibly held - but his captor, for now at least, will not tell him why.
Even Emmerdale's arch schemer Eric is lost for words when his wife Dee tells him he's been taken for a ride by Marlon. The pills he thought would help his libido are, according to vet Zoe, in a container used for pig steroids! Kim is furious with Alex when he admits that he's broke. She's covered his half of the horse deal with Home Farm tax account money and needs it back in the account within two days. Her worst fears are realised when Chris learns of the missing money and demands answers. Lovebirds Jo and Alan pack away their tent after a camping trip they'll both remember and she admits she's more than a little smitten with him. Tony and Becky are increasingly worried about their missing son. Fiona, who's holding Will captive tells him it is his father she intends to make suffer.
Eric is more used to pulling stunts than having them done to him but Marlon's taken him hook, line and sinker with the pills he's been selling him. Eric thought they were pep pills to help his libido, but Marlon finally owns up, when he's confronted, that the pills were firstly vitamins and latterly laxatives. Chris rarely misses his cue when give the opportunity to challenge Kim's authority and after discovering the missing tax account money he wastes no time calling a directors meeting. Kim admits she's 'borrowed' the money, but Chris isn't letting her off that easily. He wants to call a board meeting to seek her resignation if she doesn't replace the money immediately. Rachel talks to Kathy about always failing for the wrong man and admits she's talking about Jack. Fiona finally starts to reveal her hand and seeks a meeting with Tony. But as the chase to find Will intensifies, will the Cairns get to their son in time?
Chris is loving every minute since he discovered Kim had taken money from the Home Farm account and he turns the screws even further when he reveals that with one phone call he could have her sent to jail for misappropriation of company funds. Then in true Tate style he informs her he wants a cool £350,000 to buy his silence. Becky wonders if Will's disappearance has anything to do with her husband's former army-work. Will's captor, Fiona, has now made contact and says she is working alone and is not seeking money. Rachel comes across a very distraught Sarah who's had another bust-up with Jack. Later Rachel gives Jack the third degree for allowing Sarah to get into such a state.
Kim is beside herself with anger when Lord Alex presents baby James with a thoroughbred pony for his birthday. Alex still owes Kim £40,000 for his half of a business deal and she's in deep trouble with the directors of Home Farm for using tax account money to cover the shortfall. But Alex stops her mid-sentence by producing a cheque for the outstanding money. Fiona is playing cat and mouse with Tony and reveals to Will the dark secret that has driven her to seek revenge against his family. Vic tells Viv he's got important business and will be away for a day or two. Secretly he's on his way to a beer festival in Amsterdam. But his excitement soon cools when he realises his coach reservation is next to Terry - the man who had an affair with his wife.
Chris is having the time of his life and refuses to let his step mother Kim off the hook. She has taken money from Home Farm without permission, and Chris reminds her she's got exactly one day to repay it in full. Kim is rarely embarrassed by her business dealings, but her association with Lord Alex appears to have been a real mistake. The cheque he gave her to cover the outstanding money on the horse deal has bounced so she decides to remove her livestock from the stud farm. Lady Tara is furious with her new husband and reminds him she is the one with money. On this occasion, she says, she'll settle the outstanding money with Kim. Gossip Betty's tongue is set wagging when she arrives to clean The Woolpack and discovers doe-eyed Alan settling down to breakfast with Jo and they spare nothing to Betty's imagination by admitting they spent the night together. Roy and Seth spot Fiona struggling to close a gate and recognise her as the woman Will left the party with.
Fiona is determined to make Tony pay the price for the death of her father during an army exercise in Guatemala. She's kidnapped his son Will and in a final twist dumps him in a grain silo which is being regularly filled. After a mocking goodbye kiss she calls Tony and challenges him to find his son - adding he'll survive about three days without food and water. Both Tony and Becky are beside themselves with worry - but will his SAS training help him solve Fiona's cryptic clues and win a desperate race against time? Kim brandishes Tara's cheque at Chris - which will replace the money she used from the Home Farm tax account. But Chris reminds her of the £350,000 hush money he wants to stop him informing the Fraud Squad and there's a tinge of sadness as Alan realises he might lose the latest love in his life, Jo. She is trying to sell her flat to finance a dream trip to America which will mean leaving her landlord lover.
Fiona could have killed Will and now she's climbing into bed with him - none of which meets with the approval of his parents. But they're determined to keep the whole kidnap saga under wraps which is why Fiona has ended up at the Cairns' home after Will's dramatic rescue from the grain silo. Tony explains to Fiona how her father Tommy was killed, and says he didn't stop to pick him up because he feared for his own life. Rachel's affair has got everyone hot under the collar and she decides to cool things with Jack by taking Ned's advice to quit her job at the farm. Alan admits to Jo that he's in love with her. It will break his heart to see her leave. Jo says she feels the same and why doesn't he join her?
Lesbian nanny Sophie is horrified when her lover Zoe reveals she wants to have a baby. Kathy is bowled over when suave businessman Doug apologies once again for frightening Alice and asks her out to dinner. Jo wants an answer from Alan about her invitation to join him in America. Marlon fancies himself as a chef and has created a perfect vegetable terrine which everyone at the wine bar agrees tastes wonderful. Rachel and Jack can't seem to end their affair but there's a close call when they are spotted by Chris coming out of Rachel's cottage. Becky eventually finds Will and despite being angry with him for disappearing is relieved he's safe. But Will shocks her still further when he admits he's in love with Fiona.
Sarah hopes that having a new baby might help heal the rift that has come between her and husband Jack. He says he is worried about her age, but Sarah says she will go to the doctors surgery for a check up. Zoe has also got the baby blues, but she doesn't count on her partner Sophie's strong feelings about lesbian parents. Kim reckons Doug is paying way under par for the golf course but reluctantly is forced to accept his offer. Doug meanwhile has teed-up a diner date with Kathy who is more than impressed with his chauffeur driven limo. They set off for a night at the casino. Kim who's enjoying a night out with Lord and Lady Oakwell at the casino isn't too impressed when her business client turns up with Kathy on his arm.
These are heady days for publican Alan who's head-over-heels in love with leather clad biker Jo and he's decided he's going to sell The Woolpack and rev-up his humdrum life by joining her on a dream trip to America. Chris thinks he's got Kim where he wants her. She's been forced to hand over a cheque for £350,000 to stop him contacting the Fraud Squad about her illegal use of Home Farm tax money to stand up a deal for her stud farm interests. In return he provides her with a letter confirming his total confidence in her financial management of Home Farm affairs. But why is Kim so keen to get Chris to say out loud that this is blackmail money? And is she about to turn the tables on him as she so often has before. Chris gives his PA Kelly a flee in her ear about the extra £200 on her last wage cheque and says if he finds out she's been getting pay-off's from Kim he'll fire her.
Paddy is back and he wants to make things up with Mandy - but what will Colin think? A dishevelled Terry arrives back from his trip to Amsterdam to the bombshell that Alan is selling The Woolpack - and that for now, at least, Jo is moving in. Vic gets more than a frosty welcome from Viv when he arrives back from his secret trip to the Amsterdam Beer Festival. He went missing for days and had better be careful to dodge those flying ornaments! Eric appears to be in trouble after an environmental health officer visits the wine bar following a call forma local doctor. Ned, Roy and several other customers are showing symptoms of food poisoning and the best advice to Eric is that he close the place down voluntarily until the source is confirmed. Linda and Biff can't keep their hands off each other and stop off in a lover lane for a bit of hanky-panky.
As well as being embarrassed Linda is also incredulous that her husband Biff lost his temper and gave her dad's name, after they were caught by the police down on lovers lane. Kathy is more than a little angry with Eric and blames him, somewhat prematurely, for shoddy practices which she feels has led to the closure of her tea-rooms as well as his wine bar by environmental health officers. Paddy pours out his heart to Mandy and tells her he'll pursue her to the ends of the earth until she relents and agrees to a date with him. Poor Terry is trying to interest Kim in buying The Woolpack, but his plans fall on deaf ears. Lady Tara has a stark warning for her philandering husband - give up the expensive habits or he'll ruin everyone. Eric realises his food cannot be to blame for the suspected outbreak of food poisoning - but then realises the dodgy vodka he bought might be.
Ned can't understand why he has received a summons from the police. He knows it must be a mistake but gets down to the local station fast to see what's going on. And when the police describe the man they're after he realises it's his son-in-law Biff. Ned's furious and shops him. Mandy's caught in the middle of a menage-a-trois - and she hasn't a clue how to get out of it. Colin is mad with Paddy for muscling in on his action - but the final decision will go to Mandy. Chris meets with Alan about the sale of The Woolpack and posts an offer which is £10,000 higher than the one Terry has managed. Kim is at the accountants with Lady Tara intent on sorting out the severe cash flow problems associated with the stud farm.
Kim has finally got her man and Steve is in heaven. It the day of their engagement party and Steve has presented Kim with a beautiful diamond engagement ring. While Kim and Steve appear to have their lives mapped out, the same cannot be said of Mandy who is caught in a triangle of affection. On the one hand she loves Paddy, but on the other Colin is solid and dependable. Lisa, who's recently sealed her relationship with Mandy's Uncle Zak tells her from bitter experience to follow her heart and not her head. Terry is as fed up as he can be. He's returned from his ill-fated trip to Amsterdam to find that Alan is selling The Woolpack - effectively putting him out of a job and a home. And there's worse in store for him and his Amsterdam pal Vic when the police turn up and reveal more about their missing days abroad. Viv will not be happy.
Horrified Doug and Kathy come across grief-stricken Biff who has found Linda seriously injured following the crash. Doug calls for an ambulance as Kathy gives basic first aid. Linda is rushed straight to the resuscitation room at Hotten General but doctors can do little. Biff is shattered when doctors tell him his beautiful young wife is dead. Alex arrives back at Home Farm where Kim is astonished to find him dazed and wiping blood from himself. He claims he had a row with Linda and she threw him out of the car. His furious wife accuses him of messing with farm girls. The tragic news is broken to Jan and Ned by Biff. Their grief is almost indescribable as they face up to the death of another of their precious children. Kim reels with shock when the police officer arrives to tell her of the crash and the death of Linda. Though for now she doesn't know for sure that Lord Alex was to blame, she realises it was her meddling that brought Linda and Lord Alex together.
There's a raging fury building inside Biff. His wife is dead and he isn't really sure what happened. But when flowers of condolence arrive from Kim. Ned manages to calm him but not before he's told Kim that Linda would still be alive but for her meddling. Later he is even more anguished when police officers ask if Linda was a drug user as the post-mortem revealed that she had taken cocaine. The realisation what he's done is starting to sink in but when Lord Alex seeks comfort from his wife she coldly rejects him. And Lady Tara, who's been bailing him out of trouble ever since they married, says that if he's implicated in the death the seemingly endless supply of cash from her father will end. Sophie is worried how Zoe, who was Linda's boss, will react to the news of the tragedy when she arrives back from her Caribbean holiday.
The police are hot on the heels of errant peer Lord Alex Oakwell. They visit Oakwell Hall but his wife insists she hasn't seen him all night. They now believe Linda's unconscious body was moved from the passenger to the driver's seat to make it look like she'd been driving. When police reveal this to Kim and Steve, she's horrified and storms out intending to confront the Oakwell's. She later tells Lord Alex he's as good as murdered Linda. Kim's conscience for once is weighing heavy, but when she says she's going to ring the police Lady Tara reminds her that she's already told one lie to them. Then, coldly, and selfishly, with her inheritance clearly on her mind, Lady Tara tells Kim that she's ready to fight her if needs be. The Glovers and Biff are in complete shock, but news that Linda's body had been moved inside the car has Ned reaching for his shotgun before storming off to Oakwell Hall for a confrontation.
The events of the last few days become too much for Lady Tara Oakwell who breaks down when police arrive with a warrant for her husband's arrest. She is told that she'll face charges of aiding and abetting if she's hiding him. But Lady Tara says she intends to file for divorce and ads they should speak to her missing husband's business partner, Kim Tate, who might have more answers. Zoe arrives back from what should have been a restful holiday in Jamaica, to face up to the problems in her relationship with Sophie and the death of her employee and friend Linda. Biff swears he will make the Tates pay for Linda's death as he sits alone at the side of her coffin. Alan is having second thoughts about selling The Woolpack, leaving Emmerdale and joining his motorbike loving girlfriend Jo on a dream trip to America.
Biff faces the worst day of his life as he prepares for the funeral of his wife Linda. Only days ago they were a fun loving young couple getting into trouble with the local police for their antics down a lovers-lane. Now all that's left for Biff are memories of the happier times they spend together. Biff is introduced to the funeral gathering by the vicar and in a faltering voice begins to tell everyone what a wonderful woman Linda was. Then he notices Kim sat at the back of the church and launches into a tirade against her - claiming that she helped end Linda's life. As the tears roll down Biff's face Steve ushers Kim outside. The funeral places temptation in the path of Jack and Rachel. Sarah and Jan think Rachel looks run down and insist Jack drives her home. They have agreed to end their affair - can they keep to it? Jo is heartbroken and wonders if Alan has been stringing her along.
Lovelorn landlord Alan still can't believe Jo left without one last goodbye - and he's doubly hurt when Terry says he'd have only been a millstone around her neck in America. Jack informs Rachel that Sarah thinks she could come back to the farm to work while Ned is on compassionate leave. Rachel is unsure and tells Jack it's hard enough trying to conceal her emotions. Lady Tara is checking her feed order when Ned appears. He wants revenge for Linda's death and is reluctant to believe that Lord Alex has simply vanished. Ned stubbornly refuses to leave even though Lady Tara threatens him with calling the police. And at the Dingles things are going bump in the night - literally! But when Mandy bounces a saucepan on the head of an apparent burglar she's taken aback when the intruder gasps 'where's dad?' It can mean only one thing - Sam's back!
Jack and Rachel are reading a dangerous path as their affair blossoms once again. They tried to keep their hands off one another and vowed to end it all. But one kiss was all it tool to rekindle the flames and now Jack is seeking ways to keep his wife Sarah out of the way so he can see his young love. And when Sarah suggest she calls the Glovers that evening to lend Jan a shoulder to cry on, Jack seizes the opportunity. He tells Sarah he's capable of putting the kids to bed without her and urges her to stay as late as possible - after all she and Jan will have a lot to talk about. As soon as he gets the chance he rings Rachel and tells her to rearrange her plans and come over to the farm. It all seems too good to be true until Sarah arrives home earlier than expected. Biff prepares to collect Linda's ashes form the crematorium. He's decided to scatter them on the 'proposing hill' which overlooks Emmerdale - and is where he and Linda spent time together when they first met.
It's the morning of bonfire night and while Jack has stayed with Rachel at Mill Cottage after Sarah discovered their affair - he's eager to beg his wife's forgiveness. She even more eager to see a solicitor! Robert asks what his dad was doing with Rachel. Sarah is evasive but later knows exactly what she wants to do with her so-called friend when she marches into the tea-rooms and in front of the customers, and gossip Betty, thanks her for sleeping with Jack, then slaps her face. Ned is keeping a lone vigil outside the gates of Oakwell Hall. He tells Lady Tara he's staying there until her husband returns. The errant peer's wife knows he'll have a long wait as Lord Alex is well out of the country by now. Undeterred Ned seeks his revenge and while bonfires roar and the night air is filled with the smell of burning timber he decides to have his own fireworks display.
The fire brigade are damping down the last burning embers of the Oakwell Stud which has been totally destroyed by fire. Both Roy and Biff suspect Ned might have been responsible but decided to say he never left their side the previous night if they are asked. The police once again find themselves at Oakwell Hall and one officer informs Kim and Lady Tara that they'll be checking for evidence of an insurance scam. Zak returns from his fruitless trip to Ireland to find Sam - who he'd gone to see - back in the Dingle household. Sarah is not giving Jack an inch. She wants to know where he wants his clothes delivering! In a private moment though the prospect of a broken marriage is too much and she breaks down in a flood of tears.
Cheating Jack is suffering the consequences of his affair with Rachel. First Jan, who's allowed him to stay with her family, is annoyed at his behaviour and demands he finds somewhere else to live. Then when he returns home to try to reason with Sarah all he gets is a key and a list of rules as to how their relationship will be conducted in the future. She also tells him he is only allowed in certain parts of the house. Kim gets an urgent business phone call which means she will have to fly to New Zealand. Steve reckons the stud - burned to the ground at Oakwell Hall on Bonfire Night - should be relocated to Home Farm. Kim thinks it's a good idea but Lady Tara takes more convincing. She has problems of her own with the ongoing vendetta waged by the Glovers. And this time she has to deal with a drunken Biff.
Jack's life is in turmoil and he's forced to ask Alan to put him up while he tries to sort out his marriage. Kim entrusts her dealings to fiance Steve, as she jumps in a car on the first leg of a business journey to New Zealand. Ned talks about the Oakwell stud farm fire to Jan. She says she understands but warns Ned to be careful. Zoe and Sophie reach a crossroads in their relationship and have a huge argument - but can they stay together? And there's more worries for Emmerdale's vet when she tear a strip off her colleague Paddy for being behind schedule and using the office phone to call Mandy in Australia. Kathy is delighted to see Doug who's been away on holiday with his wife. He apologies for leaving her all alone but soon realises his absence has made her heart grow fonder. And Emma stuns her mum when she has a day off school to help move things to Woodside. Then she come across some of baby Geri's clothes which Emma suggests they throw away.
Kathy and Doug have spent a wonderful night together and the couple are set to spend the day together when their peace is shattered by his mobile phone. Doug says his son is suffering from appendicitis and he'll have to return to London immediately. Sophie and Zoe have patched up their differences and Sophie admits she's changed her mind about the prospect of having children. She says if that's what Zoe wants then she should go for it. Paddy and Viv are both without their partners - Mandy and Vic are in Australia with the rest of the Dingle clan. Viv asks Paddy if he fancies a drink and after an evening at the wine bar the two weave their way back to her house for a night-cap - but is that all she's after? Jack goes to the farm to try to get some money. But Sarah arrives while he's there and with a wry laugh informs him that he is too late and she puts all the money somewhere he can't touch it.
Sam faces his day of reckoning in court, supported by the Dingle clan fresh from their trip down under. Eric makes an impassioned plea for leniency on behalf of his former employee - then is forced to dig dep in his pocket when sentence is passed, much to his annoyance. Paddy makes a hash of sneaking out of the post office as Kelly spots him and jumps to the wrong conclusions. He'd better watch the rumour mongers as his sweetheart Mandy is back from Australia. Jack confides to Ned that if he'd know the trouble he was going to cause he'd never have got involved with Rachel. Emma is horrified to find her mum with baby Geri when she and Will come in from school. Her mum can't understand why Emma resents Geri and even offers to adopt the baby herself. And Sophie and Zoe are preparing to visit the fertility clinic in their first steps towards having a child.
Billy is caught in the crossfire between the feuding Sugdens. But when he tells Jack that the possible ruination of the farm lies firmly at his door he gets more than he bargained for - the sack! And Sarah is furious when she discovers that her friend Kathy and even Jan knew about Jack's affair weeks earlier. Doug gets a real shock when a surprise present for Kathy goes totally wrong. Zoe has set an appointment for her first treatment to have a baby. And Lisa persuades reluctant Steve to give Butch a job at Home Farm.
Emma finally reveals the father of her child is Greg's - her sister Charlie's former boyfriend and a soldier who served under her dad. Butch arrives for his first day at Home Farm and reports to Roy who seems more concerned with impressing Kelly. Doug is full of remorse for trying to have Kathy's cottage redecorated as a surprise. But he is delighted when she relents and allows him to have the work completed. Zoe and Sophie are pleased they have told all their friends about their plans to have a baby. Jack tells Ned he's guilty about sacking Billy. But he needn't worry too much because Sarah has reinstated him. Kelly is playing the femme fatale. She tells her friend Lyn that she's confident she can get Biff to like her.
Gymslip mum Emma finally lets her emotions pour out when her dad reveals that he wants to see the father of her child in the dock for having sex with a minor. Emma apologises to her parents for the hurt she's caused and blames herself for her sister Charlie leaving the family. Kelly has got her mind firmly set on Biff - especially after he has a slice of luck playing cards at Eric's. Zoe is left shocked by Sophie's reaction when the pair visit a consultant to discuss their baby plans. And emotions run high when Zoe and Sophie return home.
Could this be the end for Sophie and Zoe whose relationship has reached a head over Zoe's desire to have a child? The couple had a terrible row and Zoe is after her ex-partner to hand over some clothes she left at the cottage. But it is too late as an harassed Steve informs her that Sophie has already left. It's the night of the Cairns' house warming party and Roy thinks he's on a promise with Kelly. But he's in for a big let down as Kelly appears only to have eyes for Biff. With Linda having only recently died, Roy is shocked when he discovers his girlfriend and his brother-in-law in a clinch. Zoe and Mandy reflect on the merits of failing in love and wonder if either of them will ever truly be happy and settled. Meanwhile, Sarah thinks let the villagers talk as she tries to put her crumbling marriage behind her by taking labourer Billy to the Cairns' house-warming party.
Roy has a furious row with Biff over his behaviour with Kelly. He can't forgive him, especially so close after Linda's death, despite the couple saying that they events of the previous night meant nothing. Jack's 50th birthday should be one to remember. But with his marriage on the rocks and the possibility of the farm being taken away, there seems little to celebrate. The only surprise he receives in the post are his divorce papers - and a visit from Sarah at an inappropriate moment. Lady Tara and Steve argue over the running of the stud farm. She says he has been neglecting the business and his staff are useless. He brands her a rich snob. Her ladyship threatens to show Steve exactly how much she does know about the horse trade. And against their better judgement Paddy and Zoe take Jan on as a temporary receptionist at the vets practice. Zak goes out for his day of busking at the shopping centre, but Barry turns up and decides to compete.
First thing in the morning and everyone is ready for the orienteering course. Tony cannot help but interfere with the organisation, Dean is not happy to see Tony after their last meeting. Jack has gone round to see Sarah, she refuses to even look at him, let alone listen to his excuses. He tells her that he is ashamed of himself, but she isn't interested. Robert ignores him as well. Paddy and Zoe have visited the Dingles. Mandy screams abuse at Paddy. Tony does nothing but criticises the outdoor pursuits teacher. Will is embarrassed by his dad. Doug has spent the night at Kathy's again. she is trying to get him to go and do some work. Rachel arrives and tells Kathy that she is confused about Jack now. Butch tries to impress Tara at work. Tony has to take charge when something goes wrong with Dean's rope as he abseils down a rock. Tara finds Steve playing with James in the office.
Doug has to dash back to London but in the rush leaves his overcoat behind. When Rachel comes round for a chat and Kathy goes to move the coat, a small photo album drops out of the pocket. Curiosity gets the better of her, but she is stunned to find a picture of another blond haired woman wearing the same dress he recently bought for her. Kelly really is playing with fire, one minute she's chasing Biff, the next she's telling Roy that it's him she really wants. But when Kelly finally gets Biff where she wants him, she could hardly imagine the grief she is about to cause. And what will poor Roy think? Zak secrecy about his new job lands him in a spot of bother with Lisa who accuses him of having an affair.
Jan can hardly believe her eyes when she take a cup of tea up to Biff's room. Downstairs Roy has been excitedly telling his parents how he's splashed out on a small diamond pendant as a birthday treat for Kelly. But his dreams are about to be shattered. It's unlikely the wayward Windsor girl will enjoy this particular birthday - and Biff can hardly remain welcome in the Glover household, especially as it is only months since Linda tragically died. When Jan is late for work at the vets, Zoe and Paddy decide they have to sack her. But neither has the heart when they hear of Jan's shock discovery. Lady Tara is first past the winning post at the races - and in her knowledge of horses. She gambled her £1,000 on a 25-1 outsider and it came in. Steve has hardly broken even. He's still nursing his bruised ego when a stranger gives him something else to think about. Zak is thwarted in his attempts to raise a few quid busking when Barry shops him to a council official.
Biff has only himself to blame for the mess he's in. It's only months since his wife died and now he's been caught in his marital bed with teenage temptress Kelly. To make matters worse the shock discovery was made by Linda's mum! Confused and feeling like an outcast Biff decides he needs time away to get his head together. Billy and Marlon hatch a plot to rip off Eric on an illegal booze run. Steve reveals the secrets of his family background to Lady Tara - secrets that even Kim doesn't know. Sarah accuses Jack of taking valuable family heirlooms and even threatens to call in the police. Jack denies all responsibility, although at the moment his wife is not to be reasoned with. Paddy and Lisa make up their differences with a kiss in front of The Woolpack regulars. And Jan has made one mistake too many for the liking of Paddy and Zoe.
Jan has made one mistake too many for the liking of Paddy and Zoe and gets the heave-ho - as if she hasn't had enough worries on her plate. First she sent the wrong samples to the MAFF lab from the vets surgery and now another mistake means she's got to go. Young Andy makes a shock discovery and realises his dad's been thieving again. Lady Tara invites Steve for dinner as a consolation for losing their bet. She hopes he's got the temporary nanny in place so he can't refuse. Marlon's carefully hatched plan to rip off Eric goes wrong and he and Sam end up bruised and battered. Doug is lectured by Kathy when he reveals he's organising a Christmas party for Alice and her friends. Zak and Barry go into town to their busking pitch and when Barry begins to sing about going off for a beer, Zak carries on making up a song and soon a crowd forms, pouring their money at the two buskers.
Eric visits Sam and Marlon in hospital. Marlon realises it will only be a matter of time before he works out what's happened. A bit of smart thinking is required. Tony tackles Steve in his search to fund a dream outdoor activities centre. Alan decides to throw a special Woolpack Xmas Lunch - and with Mandy's help starts to draw up a guest list. Kim is not amused when she returns early from her business trip to New Zealand. Not only does she find a new nanny looking after James, but also her fiance Steve enjoying Lady Tara's company.
The kid's party is going down a treat. Eric has his arm twisted into playing Santa and Rachel is helping Kathy make sure the children are properly looked after. But when Sarah arrives and sees Rachel holding Victoria she flies off the handle. She screams Rachel's already had her man, and for her to take her hands off her child. Kim is unhappy about the attentions Lady Tara is paying her fiance Steve. She warns him to be careful. Eric confronts Billy about the booze hi-jack and threatens him with the Dingle's if he doesn't cough-up some money. Marlon and Lisa set to work making a huge Christmas cake based on a recipe by Marlon's favourite chef Nigel Hibbart. But is a cement mixer really the best way to mix the ingredients? The tramp dubbed 'Mr. Magic' has astounded the Dingle brothers Sam and Butch with his fortune telling - but when they take him to the tea rooms to raise money for charity the paying customers are less than happy.
An audio cassette tape in a plain envelope spells big trouble for Kim as the past finally catches up with her. The tape is from a blackmailer who says he knows all about Kim's involvement in the death of the 'lady of the lake' - and who the dead woman was. Lady Tara corners Steve with a sprig mistletoe and demands a kiss - only to be interrupted by a gleeful Chris. Billy finally arrives back at the caravan and Andy jokes he thought his dad had done a runner. Billy gives his son a small dog as an early Christmas present but then drops the bombshell that they're leaving Emmerdale. Jack gets the wrong signals from his estranged wife after they've been to Robert's Christmas school play. Marlon's cake is proudly displayed on a huge table in The Woolpack - and goes down a treat. Roy and Ned reflect on the deaths of Dave and Linda. And Mr. Magic lives up to his name and creates a real impression on Alice.
Steve has Lady Tara very much on his mind - but would like to get her out of it. When she arrives at Home Farm to distribute invites to her Christmas staff party Steve tells her their kiss was a mistake and he certainly doesn't want an affair. He loves Kim. Steve overhears an angry phone call involving Kim and wants to know who it was - Kim says it was just business. It is the blackmailer! Tony goes over his business proposal with Steve for the outdoors activities centre and outlines his plans for a special Christmas challenge. Kathy feels let down when Doug informs her she cannot go to his grand opening of the Golf Club. He tells her his wife has unexpectedly insisted on going and that it would be tempting fate if the two were there together. Viv tells Vic that the Post Office is virtually the only thing holding them together. He promises that he's going to make a big effort to improve their home life and Viv promises to try to save their marriage.
Kim is keeping the blackmail threats a secret from her fiance Steve, but how long can she keep up the charade? If she thought things were bad there's an even bigger shock in store when she and Steve return home from the Oakwell Christmas bash to find a frantic nanny and no baby James. Could this be the work of the blackmailer? Kathy is in for a real shock when she discovers who her lover Doug's real wife is! She and her mate Rachel decide to crash the golf club do even though Doug insisted she mustn't. But the pair sneak into the glamorous party, only to leave hot-foot when the truth dawns. Mandy is just a girl who can't say no. And when Paddy proposes marriage in front of whooping regulars at Pollard's Wine Bar she says yes. But will she feel the same way the morning after?
Tearful Kim watches as Ned, Roy and Seth join police in a grim fingertip search for baby James. And when they discover the child's bobble hat the police are in no doubts they are dealing with a kidnapping. Kim swears she'll die if anything happened to her precious child. Steve tells her it's time to come clean, he knows she's been receiving threatening phone calls. The Dingles and Eric suss that Marlon and Billy were responsible for the booze hi-jack. But there's no sign of Billy when they visit the caravan - only Spot, Andy's puppy. Worried when he hears the news, Jack goes to the caravan and discovers Andy, hidden in a tiny corner, unconscious. The near tragedy brings Jack and Sarah closer and she invites him to join the family for Christmas dinner. Finally Rachel gets some news to cheer her up after the collapse of her affair with Jack she's offered a job as the local school secretary.
Kim is rarely so vulnerable - but now finds herself between a rock and a hard place. Her baby is missing presumed kidnapped - and there's a strong possibility the blackmail calls she's been receiving are tied in. She's desperate not to tell the police the details of the blackmail which is about her involvement in the death of the 'lady of the lake' last Christmas. But all is not as it seems and after an unexpected visit, Kim, Steve and the police chase a new lead. Will baby James be all right? Young Andy wakes up in hospital surrounded by the Sugdens. Social worker Carmel is angry Billy deserted his son. But can the Sugdens keep their marriage difficulties under wraps and take Andy home with them for Christmas? Jan thinks baby James is her late son Dave, and that it is 1977, and that Ned is down The Woolpack chatting to new barmaid Dolly Acaster. Doug is desperate to win Kathy's affections again - despite her discovery about his wife.
Kim can hardly believe the true identity of James's kidnapper. Steve tells Kim he will stand by her despite the blackmail threats. Sarah worries about getting Andy back.
Jack acts like a new man when Sarah agrees to take him back. Kim wants to meet her blackmailing tormentor. Ned visits Jan in a psychiatric ward after her breakdown.
Kim meets her blackmailer. Roy is upset when he visits his mother in hospital. Robert can't wait to tell Rachel that his dad is coming home.
1990
It's Boxing Day in Beckindale. Bill tries out his Christmas present to himself - a coffin. Lynn calls him sick. Joe is still mad with Kate. Jack takes him shooting and tries to calm him down by stating he's playing right into David's hands. Pete warns Bill not to mention his coffin to Kathy as she's calling round in case it reminds her of Jackie. However, the subject arises and Kathy talks about the night Jackie died with Lynn. Lynn confides in Kathy that she remembers the night as well and she knows that Pete lied about where he was and who he was with.
There is a strained atmosphere between Joe and Kate. Sarah arrives back from her skiing holiday and refuses Jack's invite to move into the cottage with him. David arrives at the farm looking for Rachel and Mark. He is warned away from Kate by Annie. He's interested when he finds out Kate will be going to the fancy dress party. Kim asks Dolly to start as housekeeper as soon as possible and tries to persuade Dolly to live in at Home Farm. David wangles an invite to Dolly's party. Dolly informs Amos that she has a job at Home Farm and starts tomorrow; he's too soft to force her to work her notice.
Kate arrives home on foot to face Joe, she tells him she doesn't love David. Joe wants her to stop seeing him. Alan drunkenly tries to chat Dolly up and Nick drunkenly tries to chat Zoe up; neither get anywhere but Nick wangles a lift from Chris back home. Rachel realises that David was responsible for letting the sheep out at Emmerdale. Chris and Zoe go back to Nick's for a drink. Chris is slightly disappointed when Kathy decides to go to bed rather than join them, he slips out leaving Zoe with Nick. Rachel is cool with Kate and informs her that it was David who let the sheep out. Nick asks Zoe to stay the night, but she tells him it wouldn't be right seeing as he's the new gardener at Home Farm.
It is Nick's first day as gardener at Home Farm and he worries that Frank thinks he's more experienced that he really is. Annie isn't pleased when Lucy makes mess on the floor of the farmhouse again. Dolly also begins her first day as housekeeper at Home Farm and asks Annie if she'll take Sam to school for her. Sarah isn't impressed when Robert bounces on his bed at 6am. Frank sets Nick up with his first job - shoveling manure. Kim explains Dolly's duties to her. Kate receives a bunch of flowers from David and puts them straight in the bin. Nick continues in his attempts to impress Zoe but doesn't get anywhere. Sarah's annoyed when Annie barges into the cottage and asks her to knock in future.
Dolly asks Annie to help out with Sam while she's working. Annie agrees but rebukes her saying that she only calls when she wants something since Matt left. Rachel worries about Lucy being missing overnight. Nick becomes embarrassing in his attempts to flirt with Zoe. Joe tells Pete that he is envious of him and Lynn having a baby. Zoe asks Lynn about chlamydia psittaci and she invites her to speak to Kathy in The Woolpack. Dolly's surprised when Kim wants to enroll her on a book-keeping course for six weeks in Skipdale. Zoe meets with Kathy who agrees to talk to her. Kate goes searching for Lucy. Zoe tells Kathy that Chris fancies her and they talk about Kathy's miscarriage and Jackie's death. Kate finds Lucy caught in the snare. Amos asks Chris to take the part of Dracula in the play, but Chris isn't interested.
Lucy is better but Mark is still remorseful about setting the trap and sneaks out to gather up the others. Kathy wonders why Frank wants to see her. Sarah struggles to adjust to life at Emmerdale Farm as she attempts to get used to Jack's habits. Mark admits to setting the gin trap in an attempt to catch mink. Kathy visits Home Farm to see Frank. Zoe warns Frank not to upset Kathy. Annie disapproves of Kate becoming a partner in Emmerdale Farm. Kathy takes Frank to see her land, he tells her that she owes him rent and that he may not want to renew her lease. He says he has plans for the land. Joe buys some proper mink traps in an attempt to show Mark how to use them and catch mink properly. Kathy arrives at Emmerdale Farm upset after her meeting with Frank. Joe blames Zoe for upsetting her and warns her to leave Kathy alone in future.
Kathy worries about paying the rent on her land. Alan overhears her talking about Frank's plans for the land. Mark, Dan and Gary check their traps, they find a mink but don't know how to kill it. They decide to abandon the idea of catching them. Sarah nails up the interconnecting door between the farmhouse and the cottage. Frank tries to convince Zoe not to give up university. Alan enquires about his tenancy agreement. Mark tries to pass on the mink traps on to David but he storms off insulted when he discovers they were Joe's. Frank tells Alan he has great plans for the estate. Seth has food poisoning and tells Amos he won't be able to appear in the play. Pete agrees to take his role back from a struggling Nick. Lynn finds some dead bluebottles on an old costume.
Amos is upset when he reads a review of the play in the Hotten Courier. Frank asks Zoe to accompany him to the Fish and Game farm following an invitation from Alan. Kathy asks Frank if she can pay her rent in installments, but he tells her not to bother as he is not going to renew her license. Amos vows not to contribute to the Courier again and Henry finds the paper in the waste bin. Frank and Zoe visit the fish farm. Alan tells them that Seth is off work claiming he caught a disease from the fish. He turns down Zoe's offer to take a water sample. Jack asks Kathy to pretend that Sarah's washing is hers so Annie will dry it for her.
Sarah's annoyed when she can't get dressed for work as she can't find any of her clothes. Annie is surprised that Jack is letting Joe go off on holiday at lambing time. Mark offers to help at the farm. Jack discovers that Annie has taken Sarah's washing down to Kathy's. Nick finds dead fish in the river at Home Farm. Zoe tells Alan that she thinks she knows what's wrong with Seth, but he isn't interested and patronises her. Sarah collects her washing from Kathy. Nick discovers the weed killer was responsible for dead fish. Zoe is relieved to find a sympathetic ear in Jack. Dolly arrives at work late and asks Kim for time off to find a childminder for Sam.
Zoe receives the results back from the laboratory - they prove her right, the contamination is Cryptosporidium. Seth explains the bug to Alan and tells him that he has got a sick note for a fortnight. Sarah clears out Matt and Dolly's furniture from the cottage. Zoe calls to see Alan and tells him about the contamination; she also mentions that his fish farm could have been polluted from the slurry at Emmerdale Farm. Alan storm up to see Joe and tell him he'll be informing the National Rivers Authority. Zoe offers to test their calves. Amos calls to see Frank at Home Farm and tells him about the Koi carp found at The Woolpack. Jack asks Zoe if she has dropped out of university and tries to give her some advice and encouragement; she seems to listen to him.
Zoe informs Jack that Emmerdale Farm's slurry has caused the Cryptosporidium outbreak. Bill and Jock ask Alan if he has got any work going; he says he needs a secretary. Kim tells Alan, in confidence, that she is planning to breed horses. Amos confronts Nick about the fish found in The Woolpack. Meg bans Seth from drinking beer in the pub. Frank offers to pay Jack £50 to take his fertilizer off his hands. Alan asks Kim if he can stable Champion at Home Farm; he offers to give her regular supplies of trout as payment. Bill and Jock ask Jack for a job at Emmerdale Farm but he can't offer them anything. Annie asks Sarah to go out for tea; she reluctantly agrees. Chris asks Kathy for a dinner date again. Sarah has tea with Annie, Sam and Robert. Annie watches her closely and questions her about her relationship with Jack. Mark is upset about his mum having a baby with Joe.
Alan prepares to interview for an office secretary. Annie reminds Jack that it would have been Kathy and Jackie's second wedding anniversary today. Kathy gets upset as she tells Jack she misses him. Seth watches a stream of young girls going into Alan's cottage and when he brings a young girl into The Woolpack, Seth, Bill and Jock tease her so much she walks out on him. Lynn calls round to Kathy's to say goodbye; she is leaving Beckindale with Pete. Lynn tells Kathy that Pete has been offered promotion in the West Midlands and is relieved to be leaving the village and Rachel. George Starkey, a driver with Tate & Son's tells Chris that he has a parcel for Kathy Merrick. Elsa Feldmann visits Rachel at Emmerdale Farm. Rachel asks about her brother Michael.
George tells Kathy that he stopped off at a cafe while on a run down to Southampton; it was called The Halfway House and Kathy recognises the name as somewhere she once went with Jackie. The package contains a sweater of Jackie's which he left behind at the cafe; he tells her that a psychic woman named Mary Smith has been in touch with Jackie. Kathy is quite comforted by her message. Nick, Rachel, Mark and Elsa arrive at The Black Bull in Hotten; they meet Elsa's brother, Michael. Seth and Wilf win the dominoes match at The Woolpack. Amos worries about the loss of trade. Mark is told to leave the The Black Bull because he is underage. A gang of youths follow them out, but Michael comes to their rescue.
Nick teases Kathy about going to Southampton. Jack is upset to receive a letter telling him that Emmerdale Farm are to be fined £1200 for the slurry pollution. Sarah makes things worse by telling him that her boss is coming round for a meal and she wants him out of the way. Chris warns George Starkey again about not taking Kathy to Southampton. Amos and Henry start to clear out all the junk in the old tap room - Seth wants the room for him and his cronies, while Nick wants it for the younger people. Elsa tells Nick she thinks Alan is a dirty old man. Nick laughs and tells her to reconsider the job offer. Annie tries to persuade Kathy not to go to Southampton, but she has made up her mind. Alan agrees to give Elsa another interview and Nick tries to build up her confidence.
Sarah is still determined to leave Emmerdale Farm. She rows with Jack. The teenagers help Amos to clean out the tap room. Annie is full of cold and Sarah pours her problems out to her, saying she is fed up of being a part-time mother and housewife. Rachel asks Sarah if she can give her some driving lessons. George takes Kathy to Southampton and she meets Mary Smith. Mary tells Kathy that she found the jumper and heard Jackie's voice telling her to give it to George and also mentions the word Demdyke. Sarah takes Rachel on a driving lesson where they discuss her relationship with Jack. Mary gets in touch with Jackie for Kathy; he is telling her not to be afraid and to start living again. Sarah packs her things and is about to leave when she walks in on Robert playing near the fireplace and is forced to look after him as Annie has fallen asleep. Kathy tells George that it was worth the trip and kisses George on the cheek not realising Chris is watching.
Mark complains because Rachel is cooking a vegetarian Sunday dinner. Amos bans music in The Woolpack on a Sunday. Nick doesn't know how to ask Elsa out. Meanwhile, Elsa tells Rachel that she doesn't know why Nick hasn't asked her out yet. Mark, Rachel and Elsa sit down to Sunday lunch at Emmerdale Farm. Kathy argues with Chris when she finds out he sacked George. He tells her he'll think about it if she stops going to see Mary. George goes to see Frank about being sacked. Frank refuses to help, but George threatens him threatening to expose one of his secrets. He reminds Frank that he was present when a doctor visited his first wife and overheard Frank asking the doctor for pills to help her on her way.
Kathy tells Jack that she is going on another visit to Southampton. Kim calls to see Chris and asks if he knows why Frank and George argued so violently. Alan has to wear a sling after his horse bolted. Elsa arrives for her first day and Seth says that he is fit enough to come back to work. Elsa's first task is to buy Alan a packet of biscuits. Chris has a meeting with George and asks him what he said to his father. George tells him that when his mother died, Frank was responsible for putting her to sleep and adds that Kim was in on it as well. Chris is hurt and upset. Kim notices marks on her mare; she realises that a stallion has covered the mare and is furious to think it may be pregnant. Chris refuses to tell Kim what happened between Frank and George. He calls at the farm to see Kathy but Jack informs him that Kathy has gone to Southampton. Alan is invited to Home Farm for a meal and begins to panic. Chris asks Jack about Jackie as he helps with lambing.
Annie tells Mark off for not finishing his homework and spending too much time at the pub. Henry tells Amos they'll have to get some new records. Jack is busy lambing again; he tells Kathy that Chris has been helping while she has been away. Annie gives Amos a roasting for serving alcohol to minors. Seth wants the tap room for him and his cronies to play dominoes. Amos doesn't know what to do. Kim is planning a meal for Alan and Gordon Wyatt - the Hunt Secretary. She hopes to get some business from the evening and also wants to find out whose stallion got into her field and covered her thoroughbred mares. Alan is nervous about the evening. Seth plans to get the youngsters drunk in The Woolpack so that he can claim the tap room for himself. Amos tells Mark that he will be keeping an eye on what he drinks in future. Mark witnesses Seth spiking all their drinks with vodka..
Kim is still angry over Champion and tells Zoe that she will sue if her mares are pregnant. She mentions that she is thinking of joining the local hunt, but does not dare tell Frank as he is opposed to hunting. Zoe calls on Alan to tell him that Kim has agreed to look closely at Champion to see if he is suitable for her mares. Chris asks to meet Kathy later. Alan takes Champion over to Home Farm and tries to bribe Kim by saying that he will propose her for the hunt if she doesn't sue him. Jack show off the new transport for the farm - a Big Bear bike. Chris tells Zoe that he doesn't want to go to Frank and Kim's anniversary dinner but she persuades him. David asks Mark to come and stay with him while Kate and Joe are away again; he refuses.
Zoe prepares to go back to Edinburgh University. There is a strained atmosphere at Home Farm. Frank tells Kim that he will not be made to feel like a murderer. Kim says she wants to sort things out with Chris. Alan receives a phone call telling him that Lord Luscomb, the Master of the Hunt has died; he was meant to be hosting the Hunt Ball. He's told to ask Frank instead. Frank refuses to give George a reference. Jack tells Kathy that Joe injected some of the cattle with steroids in the summer. Kathy is shocked. Frank looks around Blackthorn Farm and voices his idea of a show farm for tourists. He reminds Elizabeth and Michael that they are two months overdue with the rent. Kim calls to see Chris but he doesn't want to listen to her.
It's early morning and as Amos clears up outside The Woolpack he notices some graffiti on the wall - 'Frank Tate killed his wife'. Chris notices more graffiti at the haulage office. Meanwhile, at Home Farm, Nick is told to clean paint off the lawn, someone has daubed 'Killer Tate and his tart live here'. Jack tries to stop Joe selling the steroid injected calves. Henry tells Frank about the graffiti at The Woolpack. Joe stops Kate going to see David when he tells her about asking the kids to go and live with him. Kim persuades Frank to host the Hunt Ball. George Starkey asks Eric if he has got any work going. Chris rushes in and attacks him. Amos receives a call from someone offering to tell him the whole story about the Tates. Sgt MacArthur calls on Amos to ask about the graffiti. Kim asks Dolly if she could cater for 150 people. Rachel asks Mark why he is so against Joe and Kate having a baby. Sgt MacArthur questions Frank about Jean Tate's death.
Henry asks Amos if he is really going to publish the details about Frank, mentioning that the Hotten Courier will probably be sued if he does. Amos becomes convinced that Henry is planning to kill him after they discuss the ethics of euthanasia and Henry admits he'd put him out of his misery if he had to. Kate finds out that Joe is planning to sell the calves at market. Michael brings Frank the overdue rent but it is less than Frank expected. Rosemary turns up at the Fish Farm to see Alan. He lets her believe that he lives at Home Farm. Seth makes fun of Alan in front of Rosemary. Chris tells Frank that he is resigning as Managing Director of the haulage firm. He later overhears Seth talking about euthanasia. Michael is not pleased to hear that Chris has paid the Feldmanns rent
Kate and Sarah talk about the steroid problem. Sarah says they will have to compromise. Chris clashes with Frank when he goes to collect his belongings from the office. He takes Kathy off to Skipdale saying he has a surprise for her and takes her shopping for a ballgown for the Hunt Ball. They are seen by George Starkey who is upset because he had his eye on Kathy. David steals a gun from Alan's house. George makes an insulting comment about Kathy leading to Chris chasing after him in his car. Kathy tells him to stop and grow up. Rosemary calls on Alan and asks if he wants to commune with nature on his estate with her. Seth makes it awkward for him to refuse. Kate tells Jack that they will have to risk selling the beef, but in return Joe has to agree to let Emmerdale farm organic land. Alan and Rosemary bump into Kim on Home Farm land; she asks him not to make a habit of walking there. Alan is sheepish.
It's the night of the Hunt Ball, Kim is quite flustered and Dolly is busy organising the ball. Henry explains to Amos how he watched his wife Margaret die of cancer, this makes Amos understand Frank's situation. Henry escorts Annie to the Ball. Nick worries about meeting Elsa's mum. Alan arrives early at Home Farm worrying that Rosemary may arrive and find out that he is not the real owner of Home Farm. Elizabeth gives Nick a hard time over dinner. David turns up at the farm and apologises for upsetting Rachel; he seems obsessed with Kate. As the ball gets underway, the event is interrupted by a loud horn sounding outside. It is George Starkey in a 32-ton lorry with the words 'Who killed Jean Tate' plastered on the side. He proceeds to cause a scene in front of everyone. Frank makes an emotional speech in front of the guests telling them the truth about his wife. They all listen in silence, then Chris hugs Frank.
Sarah and Jack discuss steroids; she has read a lot about them. Zoe arrives home, not knowing about the Hunt Ball incident. Seth worries when he discovers a gun missing. Rosemary keeps calling at Home Farm to speak to Alan. Jack decides to go to market with Joe when he sells the calves; he says he will stick by him whatever happens. David tells Seth that he will tell Alan about the missing gun, but doesn't. Elsa tells Alan that he should tell Rosemary the truth. Jack and Joe take the beef herd to market; they are both nervous. Rosemary turns up at Home Farm looking for Alan and finds out that he doesn't live there. The Sugdens calves are auctioned at Hotten Market.
David is prowling round the farm spying on Joe and Kate with the gun he took. Kim is losing business since the Hunt Ball incident. Frank has a visit from the police. They ask him to accompany them to the station to be questioned about Jean's death. Henry Braithwaite from the Ministry of Agriculture turns up and tells Joe that his beef herd have been impounded and are being examined. They suspect the unauthorised use of steroids. He asks to examine all their stock. Zoe tells Kim that she has been offered a job in Hotten, but she is worried about all the gossip concerning her father. Emmerdale Farm Ltd. meet to discuss the steroid problem. Henry worries that the reputation of the farm may be harmed. Kim is anxiously waiting for news of Frank. Chris tries to trace where the police have taken him.
David points the shotgun at Joe and tells him that he is going to finish it. Kate tries to persuade him to put the gun down. She tells him that he will have to kill them both. Finally he lets Joe have the gun and runs off saying he is sorry. Kate stops Joe from calling the police. He takes the gun back to Alan - broken in two. Frank invites Kathy for dinner. Kate is upset about her ordeal. Rachel wonders what is going on with her mum and Joe. Alan gives Seth and Elsa roasting about the gun going missing. Kate doesn't want Rachel or Mark to find out about their father. Jack offers to go and find him. He tells Alan the full story and he offers to go to Hotten with Jack to find David. They arrive at his flat which seems to have been abandoned, and find notes left for Kate and the children.
Joe thinks that he and Kate should tell Mark and Rachel what really happened with David as the children wonder why their father hasn't been in touch with them. Sarah lets the secret slip to Annie and Henry. Dolly drops Sam off with Liz and asks her opinion about living at Home Farm. Annie is furious when she finds out about David and insists that the police are informed. Mark asks Seth if he knows anything about his father. Kim presses Dolly to move into Home Farm again. Dolly worries that she would be on call 24 hours a day and she doesn't want to upset Sam with a move. Jack tells Joe and Kate that Annie knows about David and that she is going to tell the police. Chris calls to see Kathy at Emmerdale Farm. Bill shows Amos his poll tax demand and tells him that he didn't fill in the proper forms and now he is being fined. Joe and Kate arrive back at the farm after going to see the police.
Joe has booked a table for four for his and Kate's anniversary. Rachel is furious with Kate as she tells her she's found out about David, she hopes the police catch him. Kate goes in search of Mark in order to tell him about his father. Rumours are spreading about David - mainly from Seth. Alan gives Nick a letter from the poll tax that was delivered to Victoria Cottage. Mark overhears Seth and Nick discussing his father. Chris asks Kathy out again. Kathy is disappointed when Joe says he will have to sell 3 Demdyke Row. Kate finally catches up with Mark, but it is too late as he is already upset. Kathy worries about where Nick will move. Frank asks Dolly to give up her afternoon off to help him out.
It's Joe and Kate's first anniversary. A 'For Sale' sign goes up at 3 Demdyke Row and Eric taunts Kathy. Chris asks Kathy out on a mystery date. Eric receives a visit from a glamorous woman - Debbie Wilson; she has come to ask his advice about setting up an antiques business. Alan worries about Frank's plans for the fish farm. Debbie asks Eric to look over some properties in Hotten with her. Rachel asks Mark not to mention to Joe that the restaurant he has booked for the anniversary meal is the same one they went to with their father on Christmas Eve. Kate thanks Joe for one of the best years of her life. Dolly and Liz have a night in with a bottle of wine and the children. Dolly tells Liz that she loves her work. Eric takes Debbie for a drink in The Woolpack. Jock and Bill are jealous.
Nick is surprised to find that Kathy has not been home all night. He sees Chris dropping her off in the morning and teases her, secretly pleased that she is starting to live again. Rachel has a go at Mark for walking out of the restaurant. Frank informs Dolly that she will have to organise a press conference for him. Alan tells Elsa that Frank has big plans for Home Farm. Amos is furious when Henry receives an invitation to Frank's press conference and he doesn't. The Woolpack is invaded by tourists looking for "a sighting". Amos is puzzled. Mark takes out the Big Bear. Jack tells Joe and Kate to give Mark some space. Amos is told by one of the strangers in The Woolpack that they have come to see the ghost and shows him a tourist booklet quoting the sentence "Woolpack Inn, Beckindale, complete with welcoming ghost".
Dolly and Kim discuss catering for the press conference. Kim says she is disappointed that Dolly has not sorted out her childminding arrangements properly yet. Henry tells Amos that he is not going to the press conference. Alan tells Seth that Elsa will be keeping an eye on him while he is at Home Farm. Mark is still sulky and Joe tries to talk to him. The villagers speculate about Frank's plans. Jock asks Nick if he fancies doing some beating for a bit of extra cash but asks him to keep it a secret. The Woolpack is packed out with ghost hunters. Nick enquires on whether Jack and Sarah will be in need of a babysitter for Robert anytime soon. Mark steals a pen in the village shop.
Elsa arrives for her first day in charge at the fish farm. Seth is ready to make it hard for her. Rachel notices Mark's new pen; he tells her that his dad gave him it for Christmas. Jack invites Sarah out for the evening. The Tates prepare for the press conference. Mark steals some chocolate from the shop. Henry wants to buy a microwave for the pub, but Amos objects. Seth leaves Elsa to cope on her own while he goes for a pint.
Amos and Henry read about Frank's plans in the Hotten Courier. Chris is busy decorating the nursery flat. Frank wants to know if Kathy will be moving in. Mark steals a watch from the shop. Zoe asks Seth why Jock and Bill are asking around for beaters. He tells her that they are probably planning illegal hare coursing and that she should not get involved. Kate cannot master knitting baby clothes. Zoe asks Nick if he will pretend to go beating and then he can tell her where the hare coursing is taking place. Joe nearly runs Kim down on his quad bike while she is out riding; they discover a mutual love of horses. Joe then mentions Frank's plans for Home Farm and they clash.
Kathy and Nick are staying at Emmerdale Farm. Kim is still upset that Chris is moving into the nursery and is rather snobby about Kathy. Kathy is going to a village car boot sale to look for some furniture to replace that which was stolen. Joe offers to give her some money as he feels guilty. Jock asks Dolly to look after Judy while he goes to earn some extra money and tells Nick that the 'beating' is on today. Alan calls to see Frank and asks about his plans for the fish farm. Elsa asks Jack to help Michael with a difficult calving. Kathy and Chris bump into Eric and Debbie at the car boot sale. Kathy is touched when she realises that Chris salvaged her wedding photograph from the mess at 3 Demdyke Row. Nick calls Zoe and tells her that the hare coarsing is on, but that he doesn't know where; they make their plans. Jock and Bill are celebrating in The Woolpack. Seth is suspicious.
Dolly tells Liz that she has decided to move into Home Farm. Liz is upset about Jock's injuries. Frank is furious with Zoe for not telling him about the illegal hare coursing on his estate, especially as it is mentioned in the papers and he fears it will ruin his plans for the estate. Kim is worried about riding again since she hurt Jock. Rachel is suspicious about Mark's new watch but covers for him in front of Kate. She tells him that he has got to stop shoplifting. Kathy tells Joe and Jack that she wants to show her sheep. Jock harasses Mark about being his witness to Kim's attack.
Sarah covers for Mark. Henry has bought a microwave oven for the pub lunches, but Amos is not impressed. Frank shows Kim round the barn conversion he is having renovated. Eric views a prospective property with Debbie and offers to help her get started. Michael is furious when he hears about Frank's barn conversion. Jock calls at Home Farm and upsets Kim. Frank visits the Game Farm and tells Alan that he wants to double the size of the shoot. Elsa is jealous of Zoe - she thinks that Nick fancies her.
Jack has been birdwatching and noticed a pair of peregrines nesting at Keller Fell. Chris and Kathy spend their first morning together in the nursery flat. Kate feels unwell. Kathy and Dolly are embarrassed when they meet in the Home Farm kitchen over breakfast. Alan tells Seth that the game farm is being expanded. Seth is worried that he may have to start working hard. Kim is still feeling guilty about injuring Jock. Frank tells her to forget him. Henry, being a keen birdwatcher is excited about the peregrine sighting. Amos is preoccupied by the lack of bar food.
Kate has lost her baby. Joe tells Sgt MacArthur that he thinks Mark is to blame. Jack thinks that losing the baby will be harder for Joe as he has not got any children. Mark is trying to make up to Joe, he knows that Joe blames him for the miscarriage. Alan receives an invitation to the Hotten Civic Dinner. He does not know who to take with him. Kate tells Joe not to blame Mark, but he won't listen. Kathy is upset about Kate's miscarriage. Kim asks Dolly about Jock's family, she says that she wants to do something for them. Rachel has a go at Mark. Dolly visits Kate and tells her that she can sympathise. Jack tries out his protective suit and makes Joe smile. Henry is trying to organise support to get the RSPB to protect Keller Fell where the peregrines are nesting.
Rachel cannot sleep because she is worried about her A-level examinations. Jock looks around Home Farm and gives Zoe the creeps. Seth tells Alan that he will need help if Frank is serious about doubling the number of shooting days, he threatens to leave. Jock barges into Home Farm's kitchen. Kate tries to encourage Rachel to continue studying. Jock sneaks some whisky from the Home Farm drinks cabinet. Elsa plans her night with Nick while Rachel gives her an alibi.
Rachel asks Kathy to give her some driving lessons. Mark is jealous because Rachel has been promised a car if she does well in her exams. Michael telephones Emmerdale Farm and asks if Elsa got off to work on time. Annie tells him that Elsa has not slept there and Rachel feels guilty. Elsa and Nick kiss goodbye after their first night together. Dolly tells Zoe about her forthcoming date with Alan. Jock walks in and they both ignore him. Joe is worried about Kate working so soon after her miscarriage. Rachel tells Elsa that Michael knows she did not stay at Emmerdale. Zoe catches Jock stealing some brandy. she argues with him about the hare coarsing and tells him that she hopes he gets sent down. Eric takes Debbie into the country and tells her how happy he is, he asks her to marry him and she accepts. Elsa tells Rachel that she and Nick did not take any precautions when they slept together, both Rachel and Nick reassure her that she cannot be pregnant.
Frank has been for a run. Jock is confident that he is not going to be sent to prison, he tells Bill that he will probably just get a fine. Dolly receives her decree nisi, she tells Kim that she had a good night with Alan. Frank is abrupt with Michael when he finds him taking a short cut across his land. Kathy takes Rachel on a driving lesson. She finds it difficult to concentrate. Jock is furious when he arrives back from the court having received a £1600 fine and is bound over to keep the peace for eighteen months. He storms out of The Woolpack after Amos hints that he was guilty. Rachel parks Kathy's Citroen CV up in Hotten, but leaves the hand break off. The car rolls down the hill into some roadworks. Kathy is furious with Rachel. Frank warns Jock to be on his best behaviour.
The Sugdens talk about the fire at Home Farm. The police arrive at Blackthorn Farm to talk to Michael. Debbie insists that Eric does not come to her shop until she is ready for him. She thanks him for everything that he has done for her as if she is saying goodbye. She drives off and he looks at an engagement ring that he plans to give her later. Nick worries that Frank is going to find out about his police record. Joe and Jack ask Kathy about the barn fire and gloat. Elizabeth worries that Michael might have had something to do with the barn fire. Eric buys a bottle of champagne for his celebration with Debbie. He tells The Woolpack regulars that he is going to be more honest in future. The police ask Frank if there is anyone who might have a grudge against him. He replies that there are plenty of people - the Feldmanns and Jock MacDonald for example. Frank discovers that Nick has got a record.
Kathy tells Chris that she would feel embarrassed turning up at Emmerdale Farm in her new car, she gets a lift with him instead. Jock turns up for work at the game farm and gets a hard time from Seth for turning up late. Elsa does not seem able to concentrate on her work and is rather cold towards Nick. Joe and Jack fix the roof at 3 Demdyke Row. Joe is worried that it is not selling. Jack tries to convince him to farm organic lamb. Rachel is busy revising. Kathy talks to Kate about Chris buying her a car. Kate tries to convince her to keep it. Amos tells Sarah that he has been asked to cover the Connelton Show for the Hotten Courier. Joe receives an offer on 3 Demdyke Row, but thinks it is too low.
It is the day of the Connelton Show. Kathy is showing her sheep, Annie is entering the cake competition and Kate is putting Lucy in for the obedience trials. Mark is embarrassed to find out that he has to look after Lucy. Zoe tells Dolly that she has to judge the children's pet competition. Amos wears a check suit and a press badge. Sgt MacArthur turns up at Blackthorn Farm and asks to search the premises. Nick is puzzled by Elsa's cool attitude. Forensic experts find a glove in Michael's truck which matches one found at the scene of the fire. Kate, Joe, Rachel and Mark arrive at the show.
Alan tells Nick that Elsa has phoned in sick. Elizabeth brings Michael home from the police station, he has been given bail. Sarah tells Kathy and Jack that she is frightened of being unemployed. Frank is upset because his Fromage Frais keep disappearing out of the fridge. Elizabeth tries to convince Michael to fight his case. Joe has made an appointment to see Frank, he has got an offer to put to him. Sarah tells Amos that the mobile library service has been cut. He is appalled and tells her that something should be done. Alan threatens Jock with the sack for slacking off work. Nick tries to see Elsa, but she hides from him. Elizabeth calls to see her and asks if she has had a row with Nick. Sarah tells Jack that she does not want to get involved in farming, but that she doesn't know what else to do.
Jack has gone missing and Joe is annoyed. Amos tells Sarah that he has organised a petition against the closure of the mobile library. She hasn't the heart to tell him that she has decided to take the redundancy. The postman arrives at the farm bringing a letter from David Hughes. Joe decides to open it in front of Kate, Mark and Rachel. In the letter, David apologises for everything and says he is living in Germany. Mark asks Joe if he is going to take the letter to the police. Jack goes to see Frank. Frank asks him where he stands on organic farming. Jack informs him that he would have done something before now if Joe wasn't so against it. Frank says that he wants someone to farm organic sheep on 75 acres of his pasture. Jack cannot understand why he is doing it but soon realises it is all down to money. Jack says he will have to talk to his partners at Emmerdale Farm Ltd..
Jock is still taking it easy at the fish and game farm, much to Alan and Seth's disgust. Joe and Kate talk about the forthcoming meeting to discuss organic farming. Joe is annoyed to hear that Kate will not be voting with him. Kim receives a telephone call asking her if the Demdale Hunt can carry on hunting on Home Farm land. She agrees, even though Frank will be against it. Mark and Rachel are both finding it hard to study. Mark is worried about his father. Nick is still bemused as to why Michael hit him. Kathy advises Nick to go and talk to Elsa. Mark and Joe dismantle the waste pipe in the kitchen to look for Kate's engagement ring, but she finds it just as Joe gets covered in water by Mark.
Jack is gloating about his win over Joe. Joe is sulking. Kathy is pleased to hear that she will be in charge of the sheep at Emmerdale Farm. Joe and Jack argue again as Joe hints that Sarah should do some work on the farm. Frank and Kim go for a walk up to the barn conversion. Frank is surprised to see Michael looking around. They clash and Michael tells him that he didn't cause the fire, but that he is glad it burnt down anyway.
Frank is busy making sandwiches for his organic friends in Dolly's absence. Chris asks if there is any news on Zoe's finals. Dolly and Sam are staying with Alan. Kim phones Dolly and apologises. Mark and his friends are busy in the farmhouse kitchen trying to get a sound system working for Rachel's party. They are disappointed to hear that Joe and Kate are planning to come to the party. Seth confides in Alan that he thinks Elsa is in trouble and asks Alan to talk to her. Dan and Gary give Mark a hard time over his family attending. Rachel makes it worse by telling them that they can only drink fruit punch - made by Annie.
Mark and Annie anxiously wait for news of Rachel. A sold sign is put up outside 3 Demdyke Row. Seth and Archie speculate about who has bought the cottage. Nick has a massive hangover. Kate and Joe bring Rachel home - she has had her stomach pumped. Annie is mystified when she says she stuck to the fruit punch all night. Archie tells Nick that he no longer drinks. He reminds Nick that he went to see Elsa last night and came back covered in mud. Elizabeth surveys the damage caused by Nick to her garden. She tells Elsa that Nick is not good enough for her. Archie asks Jack and Joe if they have got any work, but they say they don't need any help. Rachel goes to see Sarah to get away from Annie. She tells her that she doesn't regret getting drunk and that she needed to get the last year out of her system. Sarah comments that it is her last afternoon at work. .
Frank complains to Zoe that Nick is late again. Rachel is worrying that she might not have passed her exams. She tells Kate that she might not go to university. Kate is not pleased. Annie asks Kathy and Chris to tea at Emmerdale Farm. Chris worries that he is being given the 'once over' by the Sugdens. Elizabeth tries to stop Elsa from going to work. She arranges for her to go and stay with her Aunty Margaret in Knaresborough. Elizabeth goes to see Alan and he agrees to give Elsa time off. Seth realises that Elsa is pregnant. Henry is annoyed to find that Amos is trying to throw out an old shirt that Marian bought him, calling it tatty. Zoe goes to see Seth to ask him to show her around the local countryside, he agrees.
Nick is anxious to hear from Elsa. Kim tells Dolly to go to bed as she is not feeling well. Rachel is impressed to hear that Sarah has travelled widely and took a year off after her A-levels. Jack is amused to hear Archie say that he is going to become a blacksmith. Zoe and Seth set a trap for the vixen. Nick confronts Elizabeth and demands to know where Elsa is. Elizabeth refuses to tell him. Joe, Annie, Kate, Rachel and Mark discuss traveling as Rachel ponders the idea. Annie says that she has never been anywhere. Nick tells Kathy that he thinks Elsa has been sent away to have an abortion. She tries to comfort him. Kim looks after Sam and they make a cake for Frank.
Nick is convinced that Elsa has probably had an abortion. Jock is late for work again and Seth tells him off. Frank tells Nick that he is slacking at Home Farm. He warns him to pull his socks up. Zoe receives some posters in the post that she sent off for, reminding tourists in the village to pick up their litter. Kate asks Joe about holding a surprise party for Annie's 70th birthday. Dolly receives her decree absolute. Rachel sets off for her driving test feeling confident. Dolly takes off her wedding ring. Amos has still got a dodgy neck and is dressed like Noel Coward in a dressing gown and cravat. Nick confronts Michael and he lets slip that Elsa is staying in Knaresborough. Joe and Henry discuss the farm finances and Henry asks Joe if they can economise in any way. Rachel passes her driving test and wants to drive home.
Jack brings Sarah some flowers to wish her luck on her first day at The Woolpack. Amos is worried about leaving Sarah in charge while he and Henry go to Annie's party. Joe is annoyed when the insurance company only offer 350 pounds for the escort. Rachel tells Kate that she has decided to take a year out before going to university, but Kate makes her promise that she will still go in a year. Seth and Bill try and trick Sarah into giving them large measurements of beer, but she is wise to their prank. Nick asks Frank for time off by feigning illness in order to go to Knaresborough. At the same time, Elsa arrives back in Beckindale. Zoe goes to see Alan and asks him to tackle the issue of the lack of rubbish bins in the village.
It is Annie's 70th birthday and she receives presents from all the family - chocolates from Rachel and Mark, framed family photograph from Joe and Kate, a jumper from Jack and Sarah and a book from Amos. Joe and Kate are busy planning the surprise party for Annie. Seth complains to Alan that he needs a proper assistant. He asks him to get rid of Jock and Alan promises to speak to Frank. Kathy speaks to Elizabeth about Nick and Elsa, but Elizabeth says that Elsa is having no more to do with Nick. Kathy tries to reason with her, but she won't listen. Elsa and Rachel are talking when Annie walks in and asks what is wrong. Elsa tells her that she is pregnant and Annie is sympathetic, but advises that she talk to the father.
Henry has just got back from the hospital when Sarah arrives. Amos has had a stroke and there is no change in his condition. Henry is blaming himself. Alan tells Nick that he wants to help him and Elsa. Nick is surprised. Archie is fascinated by the walkie talkie that Jack has with him on the farm. He starts to sing a Rolling Stones song which Annie is shocked to hear in the farmhouse. Alan talks to Nick about his failed relationship with Caroline. Nick says that maybe it failed because of outside interference from Alice. Jock upsets Henry in The Woolpack by talking about how Amos may be affected by his stroke. Kathy meets Elsa in the village and asks her to be cruel to be kind and stop seeing Nick. Henry is upset that he never said how he really felt about Amos. He starts to say something to Annie, but Rachel interrupts them. Nick is shocked when Elsa calls at Demdyke.
Zoe and Kim set off for Edinburgh to do some pre-graduation shopping. Frank is due to join them the following day, he tells Zoe how proud he is of her. Elsa reassures Nick that she hasn't changed her mind as she surprises him by calling round to 3 Demdyke Row. Alan visits Amos in hospital, he is doing well, but complains about the amount of visitors and get well cards he has received. Alan suggests they should come up with a rota for visitors. Henry is worrying about looking after Amos when he gets out of hospital. Annie offers to come down to The Woolpack to look after him. Sarah tells Henry that there is now a rota for visiting Amos. Nick worries about where he will live with Elsa. He is going to ask Frank if he can rent 3 Demdyke Row. Frank's business friends arrive for a meeting at Home Farm.
Joe is in a good mood as it is completion day on 3 Demdyke Row. It is Rachel's last day of school and she tries to persuade Annie to let her borrow her car. Annie tells her that she has to get good grades in her exams first. Zoe is preparing for her graduation, but there is no sign of Frank. Dolly is busy clearing up at Home Farm after Frank's drunken evening with his friends. Kim phones to see where Frank is and Dolly presumes that he has already set off. She then receives a call from a friend of Frank's, Terry Prince telling her to come and collect Frank from his hotel - he is hungover and realises that he has missed Zoe's graduation. Joe's solicitor phones and tells him that he has got squatters in 3 Demdyke Row and that this will hold up the sale. Dolly covers for Frank by telling Kim that his car has broken down somewhere on the borders. Joe storms round to 3 Demdyke Row and tells Archie to clear out.
Frank speaks to Nick about squatting in 3 Demdyke Row. He warns him to sort it out, or reconsider his position at Home Farm. Rachel helps Kathy take some sheep to Hotten Market. Eric remarks that the vet will be taking a close look at them. Amos has Henry running round after him. Frank is feeling guilty about missing Zoe's graduation. He gives her a diamond brooch for a present. Eric teases Joe asking him what he has been feeding his sheep on. Joe reminds him about the incident with Debbie. Elsa tells Nick that Elizabeth wants to see him. Frank warns Joe that he will drop out of buying 3 Demdyke Row if the squatters do not leave. Amos keeps summoning Henry with a bell. Joe becomes more depressed when his lambs only fetch £37 a head at market. Bill depresses everyone in The Woolpack by talking about stroke victims. Rachel arrives for her interview with Chris.
Elsa surprises Nick by announcing that she is moving into 3 Demdyke Row with him. Kathy looks sad as she turns the page of the calendar over to August. She tells Chris that Jackie died a year ago on the 17th. Elsa is determined to face Elizabeth and tell her that she is leaving home, Nick is not so confident. It is Zoe's first day at work at Bennetts Veterinary Practice in Hotten. She brushes off Frank's pep talk. Rachel is bored with haymaking and broods over not hearing about the receptionist job. Zoe takes surgery on her first day. Amos is getting restless and Sarah offers to get him some books from the library. Kim gives Sam a riding lesson and Dolly tells him that they are going to see Matt in Norfolk for a few days. Sarah brings Amos a selection of heavy books back from the library, but he prefers to read a thriller novel that he finds in her handbag.
Annie is busy making a bed for Kate's friend, Fran. Rachel is pleased to hear that she has got the job as receptionist at Frank Tate & Son Haulage Contractor. Elsa tries to organise Nick and Archie at 3 Demdyke Row. Amos tells Henry that he wants to make his will. Pete calls at Emmerdale Farm to see Rachel. He still seems keen on her. They narrowly avoid Kate seeing them chat. Dolly and Sam leave for Norfolk. Frank is surprised when Kim says that she will miss Sam. Pete admits to Rachel that he has missed her and wants to get back with her. She is not convinced, but they kiss and agree to meet later. Nick sees Jock about joining a union and standing up to Frank. Kate is not happy to see Pete.
It is Rachel's first day at work and she misses her bus. Elsa tells Archie to clean up the 3 Demdyke Row. Rachel asks Pete to give her a lift into Skipdale and promises a kiss if she is on time. Henry tells Amos that Beckindale is to get a new curate - a young man from London. He tries to encourage Amos to do his physiotherapy exercises, but he is feeling a bit depressed about being so immobile. Joe is annoyed when Kate neglects her farm work to spend time with Fran. Eric refuses to answer a telephone call from Councillor Charlie Aindow and seems to begin to panic. Elizabeth calls at 3 Demdyke Row and tells Nick and Elsa that she has a proposition to put to them. She asks Nick and Elsa if they want to come and live at Blackthorn Farm, adding that she still does not approve of them wanting to get married. Archie calls to see Zoe and asks her for a drink.
Joe is not pleased when Kate goes for a day out in Leeds with Fran. Nick tells Frank that that he and Elsa are moving out of 3 Demdyke Row, but that Archie is staying put. Rachel agrees to see Pete for lunch. Frank asks Dolly's advice about getting Archie out of 3 Demdyke Row. Jack tells Joe that he's behaving as though he is jealous of Fran. Kate decides to buy an expensive dress in Leeds. Jack is delighted when Sarah offers to help on the farm. She isn't happy though, when a cow stands on her foot. Zoe is upset when she may have to put down a healthy dog because the owners do not want it. Pete visits Rachel at work. Dolly visits Archie and warns him that he is dealing with two of the most powerful families in Beckindale. Eric panics when Charlie Aindow calls at the market and asks for his £2,000, reminding Eric that he is Chairman of the Markets Committee and could make things difficult for him.
Rachel has stayed out all night with Pete and Kate is furious. Zoe is pleased that her boss has the flu and she can get out of the surgery for a change to do his calls. Kim broaches the subject of having children with Frank and tells him that he can have his vasectomy reversed. Dolly calls to see Archie and asks if he has decided to move out yet. He is still thinking about it. Kate asks Joe to come out for a meal with her and Fran, but he is not interested. Zoe asks Archie to come out on her calls with her. Rachel arranges another date with Pete. Archie overcomes his fear of animals with Zoe's help. Frank is sharp with Dolly when she mentions 3 Demdyke Row. He tells her that he is no longer interested in the cottage and that he does not appreciate his staff taking such an interest in his business dealings. Kim finds Dolly in tears and she explains about her tongue lashing from Frank.
Sgt MacArthur drives into the farmyard and looks closely at the car. Kate is having big nightmares. Joe gets up for milking and is confronted by a yard full of police. Sgt MacArthur takes him inside and confronts Kate. He explains that there has been a hit and run accident on Robblesfield Road. He tries to get Kate to confess. Joe is bewildered. Kate asks how the victim is. She is in shock as MacArthur tells her that the victim was Pete Whiteley and he died at 3am. He insists on breathalysing her. The test is positive and Kate is cautioned and taken to the police station. Nick receives a letter from his mum saying that she wants to come and visit. Rachel receives her A-level results - one A and two B's. She is dying to tell Joe and Kate, but does not know where they are. Dolly suspects that Frank may have been drinking again after Kim tells her that he stayed out all night.
Sarah is still helping out on the farm and enjoying it. Joe tries to encourage Kate to face Rachel. Mark and Rachel discuss what might happen to their mum. The atmosphere is strained over breakfast. Charlie Aindow calls at the market and demands his money from Eric. Jack offers to tell Annie about the accident, Joe is grateful. Kate finds Sarah in tears as she thinks she is useless on the farm. Kate tells her to take things more slowly. Joe asks Mark to support Kate. Annie arrives home and Jack says that there is something she should know. Bill apologises to Amos, but says that he is going to use his coffin for Pete. He offers to look out for another for Amos, but he is making his own arrangements via his cousins firm - Brearly and Winstanley of Bridlington. Bill Middleton and Seth discuss the accident.
Mark receives his GCSE results and hides them from Kate. It is the day of Pete's funeral and Annie persuades Kate not to go. She asks Joe to go and represent the family. Kathy and Chris arrive home from their holiday. Mark opens his results and does not look very happy. Tony Charlton asks Amos and Henry to tell him something about Pete as he is conducting the service. All Amos can say is that he was trouble. Jack tells Sarah to take things easy on the farm, but she is insistent that she can cope. Annie persuades Rachel not to go to the funeral, but she watches from a distance. Bill refuses to shake Joe's hand. He tells Kathy that Lynn has gone into labour. Jack asks Annie to speak to Sarah and to try and get her to slow down. Archie asks Bill if he can come and live with him. Bill agrees. Sarah tells Bill that Lynn has given birth to a healthy baby boy. Caroline arrives at Home Farm looking for Nick.
Kate is driving the combine harvester when it hits some metal and stops. Chris impresses Caroline and she tells Kathy how lucky she is. Kate thinks that she is a jinx when the combine is damaged. Frank is going to see the doctor about having his vasectomy reversed. Elizabeth calls to see Nick as Elsa has been taken into hospital. Caroline calls round to the fish farm and Alan panics when he thinks that she may be after a share of the profits. She spots Jock hiding a box of fish. Nick is worried about Elsa. She has to rest in hospital. Frank arrives back from the doctor and admits to Kim that he is having second thoughts. Nick talks to his mum about Elsa and the baby. She tells him that she is proud of him. Kate goes to the village and people stare. She starts crying and Henry comforts her and takes her back to Emmerdale Farm. Kim talks to Dolly about having a baby, Dolly thinks that she is referring to Elsa.
Jock swigs from a whisky bottle outside Home Farm. It is Robert Sugden's first day at school. Jack is telling him that Sarah will meet him outside after school when a large tanker travelling at high speed nearly runs them over. Jack is furious. Kate sets off for her remand hearing. Frank tells Kim that she is becoming obsessed with the baby idea and they nearly row. Michael asks Seth if he saw anything suspicious on the night of the barn fire, but he can't help. Alan still thinks he is guilty. Jack and Sarah agree that they should both collect Robert from school. Caroline offers to help at the Fish Farm. Alan panics when she offers to look at the books. Amos tries to pull a pint, but gets upset when his hand will not work properly and he smashes a glass. Jock is still hanging around at Home Farm. He waits until Frank goes out and then storms into the house. He is abusive and threatening to Kim and Dolly.
Kate is restless and Joe tries to comfort her. Caroline and Alan meet in the village. She explains that she just wants to be good friends and he accepts this. It is Nick’s 21st birthday. Elizabeth tries to encourage him to go to his party that evening and he agrees and invites her. Sarah asks Kate about the organic sheep, but she doesn't want to think about the future. Dolly calls to see Joe and tells him that she wants to buy 3 Demdyke Row. Henry orders a new till, but wants to keep it secret from Amos. Tony Charlton calls at Emmerdale Farm and Kate is rather short with him. He asks her to help him to deliver some leaflets around the village, she is surprised because she thought that he was going to give her a lecture. Michael is agitated about his forthcoming trial and Jock doesn't help by telling him he can’t help him. Amos walks into the bar and sees the new till; he is furious with Henry.
Kathy tells Chris off for arranging the strippergram for Nick. He cannot understand why she is making so much fuss. Nick apologises to Elizabeth, but she tells him that she isn't a prude. Michael mentions to Nick that he thinks Bill Middleton may know something about the barn fire. Kate goes to the church and offers to deliver leaflets for Tony Charlton; he asks her if she has any fundraising ideas for the church. Amos tries out the new electronic till and is pleased that he can use it with his poorly hand. Joe and Jack are touched when they find an old scythe belonging to Sam Pearson while they are out harvesting. Michael tackles Bill Middleton, but he doesn't seem to want to say anything. Kathy apologises to Nick for Chris's behaviour. Dolly has a drink with Charlie Aindow. Zoe catches Jock attacking one of the horses. She horse whips him, but Kim stops her. She doesn't know what to do about Jock.
Kathy and Jack are preparing the sheep to move onto Home Farm land. Caroline and Nick are surprised when Kim tells them that she envies Elsa. Kate tries to encourage Joe to help them move the sheep. Chris calls to see Frank and asks if it is true that he is planning to start a family. When Frank confirms this, Chris explodes. Frank tells him to keep his nose out. Alan had promised Caroline lunch, but she ends up working at the fish farm instead. Joe and Jack tell Sarah about stubble burning, they both disapprove. She finds this amusing as for once the two brothers agree on something. Seth finds Caroline and Alan messing about at the fish farm. Frank is worried that the whole village will find out about the baby plans. He tells Kim that he is going out to a boxing supper that evening. Kate meets Tony in The Woolpack, everyone stares at her.
It is Rachel's birthday and she is pleased to get a cheque from Joe and Kate. Kate is behaving strangely. Zoe insists that Kim tell Frank about Jock. Sarah's friend, Gerry, phones and asks Sarah to go to the Algarve. Jack is not pleased. Frank has got drunk again, but hides it from Kim. Alan and Caroline admit that they miss each other. Elizabeth is sharp with Michael, but admits that she is just worried about him. Kate tells Joe that she is upset by what Bill Whiteley said to her, he invites her out for the evening. Zoe puts her foot in it again and tells Frank about Jock and he asks to see Jock. When Jock arrives he overhears a conversation between Frank and Dolly about the night he got drunk when Kim was in Edinburgh. Jock gets the wrong end of the stick as he hears Frank say that Kim mustn't find out and to keep it a secret between him and Dolly.
Frank clears up after the fire in the stables. Kim is worried because her pregnant mare, Copper, is missing. Michael is convinced that he will no longer be charged with burning Frank's barn now as Jock has shown himself to be the arsonist. Jack is sarcastic with Sarah when she offers to help with Robert. It is the day of the Harvest Festival and Amos is determined to go to church. He is appalled when he sees the size of the marrow that Henry is taking to church, it is not up to the 'Brearly standard'. Kim calls at the farmhouse and thanks Joe and Kate for their help. She mentions that one of her horses is still missing and Joe offers to help her search the area. Amos is embarrassed when his small marrow is placed next to Seth's masterpiece in the church. The Harvest Festival service gets underway and unfortunately Alan sits on a couple of juicy plums left in a pew.
Joe and Jack wonder why Kathy is late for milking. Chris wonders where she has stayed all night. It is Jack and Sarah's first anniversary. Caroline tells Chris a few home truths about how to treat Kathy. Frank also has a go at him telling him that he should learn from his mistakes and that if he loses Kathy he is a fool. Alan cannot get to grips with his answerphone or dictaphone. Caroline helps him out. Kathy turns up at Emmerdale Farm and tells Annie the whole story. Annie tells her that if she loves Chris she won't give up without a fight. Michael is relieved that the charges against him have been dropped. Frank calls at Emmerdale Farm and thanks Joe for helping with the fire. He invites Joe and Kate for dinner at Home Farm. Caroline finally manages to pin Alan down and talk to him about her house sale. He made £20,000 on the sale of her house and she wants half that amount.
Joe and Kate discuss their forthcoming dinner date with Frank and Kim. Kate warns Joe to be on his best behaviour just as Kim is warning Frank. Henry makes sure that Amos is wrapped up when he sets off for a walk in the village. Kate and Tony are pleased with the way the cow pat competition is going. She has sold tickets to everyone in the village. Henry is worried when Amos is late back from his walk. He has nearly been run over by a couple of lorries. Chris surprises Kathy by turning up at the farm on a new motorbike. He whisks her off. Dolly discusses investing her money with Charlie. She is not sure what to do and asks Alan's advice. He tells her to be careful in her dealings with Charlie, both business and pleasure. She admits that she does not trust him. Kathy asks Jack if he thinks Chris will ever grow up and start to consider her.
Joe tells Kathy about Frank and Dolly, but she won't believe that there is anything going on. Jack calls to see Chris and warns him about messing Kathy about. Chris is not happy to be spoken to in that way. Dolly finds an empty vodka bottle in the living room. Frank and Kim row about her telling people about their baby plans. Tony arrives to drive Kate to her solicitors. Frank apologises to Michael for suspecting him of arson, but Michael warns him that he won't give in fighting Frank's plans to turn Blackthorn Farm into a farming museum. Dolly and Caroline measure up at 3 Demdyke Row. Amos writes a letter to the council complaining about traffic running through the village. Henry receives a mystery letter. Charlie turns up at 3 Demdyke Row and asks Dolly who advised her not to do business with him. She tells him that she spoke to Alan.
It is the day of the cow pat competition. Tony and Kate find out that Seth has been selling tickets as well. A reporter turns up in The Woolpack asking questions about Kate. Chris mentions to Kathy that Kim is looking for a stablehand - it would mean leaving Emmerdale Farm and working close to home. Sarah is worried about facing Kate and telling her that she has been called to give evidence against her. Joe questions Dolly about Frank. He is amused when she tells him how nice Frank can be. He still thinks that they are having an affair. Kathy explains to Sarah how tupping works. She tells her about the teaser - a ram which cannot serve a ewe himself, but allows the farmer to see which ewes are in heat. Dolly asks Nick if he would like to rent 3 Demdyke Row with Elsa. The cow finally performs - Kate wins and feels embarrassed. As her name is announced, a photographer takes her picture.
Kate is paranoid that an article is going to appear about her in the newspaper. Rachel receives a strange phone call at work. Kathy asks Kim about the job as stablehand and tells her that she might be interested. Charlie asks to meet Dolly at 3 Demdyke Row again. Kathy tells Kim that she just feels like a hired hand at Emmerdale Farm, she says she is fed up being a farm labourer and wants a future for herself. Kim tells her that she is worried what may happen if Kathy splits up with Chris, but Kathy assures her that she wants the job for herself - to put the past behind her. Chris finds Rachel ignoring the telephone at work. She tells him that a reporter has been plaguing her all morning and he gives her the afternoon off.
Kathy is still worried how to tell Jack and Annie that she is leaving Emmerdale Farm. Chris advises her to write a letter. Nick tries to make Elsa change her mind about moving into 3 Demdyke Row, but she is still not sure that they can afford it. A journalist and photographer are watching Kate at Emmerdale. Alan is proud to receive an invite to the Demdale Gamekeepers Association dinner and dance. Elsa teases him about who he will take this time. Jack asks Joe what he is planning for Kate's birthday. Kathy suggests buying her some expensive perfume. Joe notices a strange car hanging around the farm. Alan is horrified when Seth suggests making up a foursome for the Gamekeepers Dinner. Chris asks Rachel to collect a shirt for him from Home Farm. Fran phones up to speak to Kate.
Joe drives to the village and notices Seth and Bill reading a tabloid newspaper. He later buys a paper and notices the headline 'Teenage Temptress in Bizarre Death Tragedy'. The article has photographs of Kate, Rachel, Lynn and Pete. Seth tells Alan that he needs an escort for the Gamekeepers dinner. He is not taking Meg because last time he took her dancing she dislocated his ankle in the jitterbug competition of 1953 - she was 8 months pregnant with Jimmy Armstrong. He asks Alan for Rosemary Gray's phone number. Joe buys all the newspapers from the village shop. The Tates enjoy reading all the details of the affair, but Rachel is horrified when she finds out. She thinks that everyone will think that she is a tart. Elsa is surprised that her mum advised Nick to propose to her and tells Elizabeth that she is frightened of marriage. Joe burns all the newspapers.
It is the day of Frank's vasectomy reversal operation. The atmosphere is strained between Frank and Kim, Zoe tells Kim that she knows her father is drinking again. Kathy is working hard at Emmerdale Farm to make up for leaving. Amos pulls his first pint since his stroke and he tells Henry that he wants to work behind the bar again. Henry rings round and organises a welcome back party. Charlie visits Dolly at Home Farm, but she is not too pleased to see him. Alan takes delivery of some new furniture. Amos reminds Henry that it is eighteen years since he moved to Beckindale. Seth offers his services to Tony and asks for a role in the concert. Elsa admits that she is scared to move away from her mum as she doesn't know anything about having a baby. Chris and Zoe discuss Frank's drink problem. Chris blames Kim. Eric covers for Charlie when his wife phones the market asking to speak to him.
Nick tells Elsa that he is moving into 3 Demdyke Row. He asks her to move in with him again, but she can't make up her mind. It is Kathy's last day at Emmerdale Farm and she admits to Jack that she will miss working there. Kate admits that she is scared of going to prison, but Joe tries to reassure her that she will just get a fine. Nick moves his stuff into 3 Demdyke Row. Alan is amused when Seth tells him that the dating agency have sent his photograph back because it is not very flattering. Sarah has a near miss with a tanker in the village. Amos resolves to do something about the traffic. Frank discovers that Kim has poured away all the alcohol. He is annoyed that she is treating him like a child. Annie is making Kathy a special meal for her last day, but Kate tells Kathy that she won't be there as she wants to be on her own - it might be her last day at Emmerdale if she gets sent to prison.
It is the first day of Kate's trial and she admits to Joe that she is terrified. Henry and Sarah are both preparing themselves for their ordeal in the witness box. Joe, Rachel and Mark leave Kate at the courthouse. They bump into Lynn Whiteley. The trial begins and Kate is charged with causing death by reckless driving, but she pleads not guilty. The prosecutor tries to show that she knew she was too drunk to drive. Henry takes his turn in the witness box and is forced to admit that Kate slapped Pete Whiteley in The Woolpack on the night of his death, but he also tries to show that she is a caring woman. Kathy is looking after Peter Whiteley on her first day working for Kim. Archie is preparing to take Seth's photograph for his dating agency application, but he makes Seth go home and change into a suit when he turns up in his gamekeepers outfit. Sarah is nervous in the witness box.
Kathy worries about continuing her new job now Emmerdale Farm are a person down without Kate. Annie tries to keep Mark and Rachel busy as they mope around the farmhouse. Kate's solicitor advises Joe against appealing the verdict, informing him her sentence could be lengthened if they fail. Joe tries to encourage Mark and Rachel to be strong and positive, saying Kate could be out in a year with remission. Kathy mentions to Kim that she's thinking of returning to help at Emmerdale Farm but Kim tells her she'd rather she didn't. Lynn drops by and asks Kathy if she wants to go for a drink before she leaves for Birmingham. Kim jumps at the chance of looking after Peter while they go for a drink in Kathy's lunch hour. Alan takes a call for Seth from Hotten Dating Agency.
Joe worries why Kate has not written to him now it's been a week since she was imprisoned, explaining to Annie that she should be allowed one letter a week. He writes her a letter and asks Rachel to post it. Dolly's sure something is troubling Sam when he doesn't want to go to school. She receives a letter from Sandie Merrick in Scotland. Alan has a near miss with a lorry which speeds past him as he turns into Main Street. Seth witnesses the incident. Rachel is growing tired of the haulage drivers harassing her over the newspaper article. Chris offers to have a word with one particular driver, Badger, who seems to be harassing her more than the others. She insists she can handle it. She accidentally drops Joe's letter as she gets out of her car and Badger swoops down and picks it up before pocketing it. Amos complains wearily to Henry about the repetitiveness of his life.
The next morning, Rachel quickly makes breakfast for David while the farmhouse kitchen is empty as he continues to hide in the barn. Joe shows an interest in Rachel and Mark's music tastes. Jack offers Mark a bit of extra money if he'll do some odd jobs down at The Mill but he is unsure. Rachel warns David that he needs to move on as it's too dangerous remaining in the village. He is adamant he wants to find a way to see Kate before he goes. She calls him stupid. Mark is shocked to walk in on them. Dolly tells Kathy that Sandie has tried selling The Mill with no luck so is now looking to let it. Rachel is angry with David for putting her in a position where she has to lie to everyone. Seth tries his luck talking to a bunch of women business executives on a management training course and camping in a field at Home Farm for a couple of days. He doesn't get far.
The women at Home Farm set off on their cross country management training. Mark notes to Rachel that Joe is trying too hard to make up for Kate. She asks him not to say anything. David sits in The Mill writing Kate a letter. Joe phones the prison to enquire after Kate. Two of the women on the training course, Sue and Gill, become lost while carrying out an exercise in the fields. Sue manages to track down Seth after Gill sprains her ankle and asks Seth to help. Seth refuses but has his mind changed when Sue offers him a shot of whiskey. David has a narrow escape when Dolly and Charlie arrive at The Mill. He hides in the kitchen as they go upstairs and then slips out the door. Seth helps Sue and Gill complete the rest of the track exercise by escorting them in his car. Dolly and Charlie leave The Mill after sleeping together on her lunch break, he suggests they meet again for an hour or two at the weekend but she is unsure.
Annie is suspicious of Rachel's behaviour. Archie lays a wreath of white poppies on the war memorial. Dolly tells Charlie she won't be seeing him this weekend as she's taking Sam out for the day to Kelthwaite Cragg. Amos is angry when he arrives at the war memorial to pay his respects and notices a white wreath has already been laid. He throws it over a wall. Rachel brings food around to The Mill for David. He apologises to her for yesterday but the pair are soon snapping at each other again. Zoe informs Archie the white wreath has been removed and Archie realises Amos is responsible. Dolly receives a shock when Charlie appears at Kelthwaite Cragg and tries to whisk Dolly away for a cup of coffee. Dolly insists that she's climbing the cragg with Sam and that if Charlie wants to spend time with her, he'll have to follow them. The Remembrance Service gets underway in the village.
Tony goes to see Kate in prison. David gets tired of hiding away at The Mill and slips out. Frank and Kim agree a pact - no alcohol in the house until after new year. Archie and Seth celebrate their birthdays in The Woolpack with Archie returning to alcohol for the occasion. Kathy storms off when Zoe, Kim and Frank arrive to watch her rehearse. One of the lorries passing through the village reverses into a wall and becomes stuck on Main Street. Tony is troubled as to whether to inform Joe of his visit to see Kate or not. Frank stops to help the stuck lorry driver and discovers that he's carrying Chloroacetic acid. He rushes into The Woolpack to ring for the police and the fire brigade, informing the customers of what's happened. Amos panics and insists on evacuating the pub. Zoe invites everyone back to Home Farm. Dolly and Charlie secretly meet at The Mill again.
Mark's disappointed not to receive a birthday card from Kate. Dolly tells Kim she's worried of how Charlie will react to her ending their relationship. Henry tries to find out if Amos was serious over his decision to retire but Amos brushes him off. Frank is pleased to receive a call from the council who plan to stop the lorries passing through Beckindale. Rachel lays into David for leaving The Mill yesterday. Mark's upset when he has to remind David that it's his birthday. Dolly sits Charlie down in The Woolpack and tells him she doesn't want to see him anymore. He takes the news badly and grabs her in front of the pub as she moves to leave until Alan intervenes. Kathy is shocked to discover Chris has pulled some of his old friends together to give her a backing band for her performance. He has also secretly hired some high quality sound equipment for the concert.
Jack and Sarah do the milking at Emmerdale, he notices the cows have symptoms of mastitis. Joe proposes the idea of David giving himself up to Rachel and Mark. Rachel thinks it's the best idea. Henry tries to get Amos to talk to him about his plans as he catches him eyeing leaflets on retirement cottages. Jack is annoyed to discover the vet can't call out until later. He informs Sarah of David's return to Beckindale and Joe's new troubles. He decides to transfer the farm's business to Bennetts Vets and calls Zoe out. Amos starts a collection for Frank as a thank you for rescuing him from the cellar. He makes a call about one of the cottages he saw located in the Yorkshire Dales. Zoe calls at Emmerdale Farm and inspects the cows. She informs Jack the infection isn't too bad but it looks like it's been caused by inexperienced milking and rushing the job.
Jack tells Sarah he's decided to take on Archie at Emmerdale as an odd job man. She thinks he should have run it by Joe first. Dolly's shocked when Kim tells her Charlie rang this morning. Alan frets that something will go wrong at the Home Farm shoot. Henry tries again to find out if Amos is serious about retiring. Charlie calls again for Dolly and she asks Kim to make an excuse for her. Amos admits to Henry that the more he thinks about retirement the more he's sure it's what he wants. The shoot gets underway at Home Farm. Frank is impressed by Alan's arrangements. Joe expresses his gratitude to Jack for managing the farm over the last few months. Jack talks him into giving Archie a trial. Frank and Alan have trouble with a shooter, Peter Simpson, who shoots too low and hits a rabbit despite them stating not to. Frank worries as Peter is the son of one of Tates' major customers.
Nick and Elsa go shopping for items for the baby. Michael goes off to see the bank manager to extend Blackthorn Farm's overdraft limit. Jack and Sarah are unimpressed with Archie's lack of work around Emmerdale. Nick is amazed at the amount of money he and Elsa are expected to spend on baby items and begins to worry that they won't be able to afford it. Kim tells Kathy she wants her at the hunt as her colleague, decked out in full hunting gear. Michael arrives back from the bank in a bad mood. He tells Elizabeth that the bank have refused their overdraft and have called in their debt - they're broke. Robert gets a part in his school nativity play as the Innkeeper. Rachel is shocked when she finds out Tony has been to see Kate in prison for a second time. Michael and Elizabeth go over their accounts and discover they're worse off than they thought.
Elsa is unimpressed when Nick obtains Robert's old pram from Jack. Archie hasn't arrived to work on the farm for the third day in a row. Sarah tries to teach herself how to work the excavator. Henry riles Amos by planning changes to the backroom for when Amos leaves. Kathy offers help from her and Chris when she finds out Nick and Elsa are struggling for money. Nick turns her down. Seth winds Amos up by saying Tony is planning on starting a nursery with Henry in the pub, when he finds them gathered round an old crib in the bar. Elsa blows her top when she asks Elizabeth for a loan towards buying things for the baby and Elizabeth refuses. Michael informs her afterwards about his visit to the bank and how they're broke. Sarah unearths some old bones while using the excavator and wonders if she's stumbled across a missing burial ground that is meant to lie within Beckindale.
Elizabeth and Michael take some of their sucklings to sell at Hotten Cattle Market. Elsa is impressed with Archie's crib. Sarah receives the results on the bones she found - they belong to a goat. Jack is livid that work at Emmerdale has been held up due to a goat. Elizabeth and Michael only make £520 on their sucklings. Eric makes a comment suggesting the Feldmanns must be struggling to sell at the wrong time of the year. They do their best to dismiss his suggestion. Nick and Elsa sit down and work out their income to assess what they can realistically afford for the baby. Nick suggests Elsa attend antenatal classes a local woman is providing. Sarah teases Jack over the bones she found and the pair make up. Elizabeth receives a rent demand from Frank
Rachel is concerned as Joe continues to wallow over Kate ignoring him. Nick realises Archie is jealous of Michael's interest in Zoe. Elizabeth goes to see Frank and explains that Blackthorn Farm is now broke. She asks if Frank still has plans for the farm museum as she might now be interested. He tells her that circumstances have now changed and he is no longer pursuing that idea. He adds that if Elizabeth can come up with a good proposition, he'll try to help them but otherwise he'll have no choice but to evict them. Henry rants to Annie about Amos' behaviour. Annie accuses them both of acting like schoolchildren and encourages Henry to be an adult with Amos. Eric stops Dolly in the street and offers to buy her a drink, reminding her that he warned her off Charlie to begin with. Dolly reluctantly thanks him and offers to buy him a drink sometime to return the favour.
Sarah has caught Robert's nits. Nick is eagerly reading books on giving birth. Joe asks after Kate when Tony calls at Emmerdale Farm to obtain a list of contacts interested in donating to the pensioner's Christmas parcels from Annie. He encourages Joe not to give up hope. Rachel is pleased when Tony informs her that Kate has agreed to get in touch. Amos draws up a list of questions for Henry to ask interviewees. Joe tells Rachel he thinks Tony has a crush on Kate. Alan offers to donate trout to the pensioners parcels but Tony informs him that only non-perishables are allowed due to the parcels being prepared in advance. Alan refuses to donate any leftover tins or bottles, preferring to keep them for himself. Nick's determined to be present when Elsa gives birth and proudly reveals he and Elsa are going to watch a birthing video.
Rachel is relieved when a letter from Kate arrives for Joe in the post. Joe is too anxious to open it. Amos wants to conduct the interviews for bar staff with Henry. Henry notes that they haven't received one application yet. Jack teases Sarah over having head lice now she has finally got rid of it. Elizabeth and Michael are without water at Blackthorn Farm when the tank freezes. Henry suggests changing tack and advertising a manager position for the The Woolpack, opening the field for them both to retire. Amos isn't keen but agrees to think about it. Elizabeth and Michael call for a plumber who tells them they need a new tank, new cistern and new pipes. Seth thanks Tony for his Christmas parcel before discovering Tony had mistaken his age to be over 65. He is still happy to receive the parcel regardless.
Joe decides to return to working properly at the farm. Nick feels the strain of having Elsa and Michael under his feet in the cottage. Joe offers the farmhouse attic to Rachel as a bedsit until she goes to university, noting he doesn't need it now he's not living with Kate. Henry begins to receive enquiries about the managerial position at The Woolpack. Sarah helps set up for the nativity play at Robert's school and the parents begin to arrive. Sarah is surprised by how nervous she is about Robert's performance. The play gets underway. Elsa is annoyed as Elizabeth takes over her plans for Christmas dinner and insists on cooking for everyone. Jack and Sarah are mortified as Robert offers Mary and Joseph a room at the inn instead of turning them away. Elsa asks Nick to have a word with Elizabeth and explain that Elsa wants to cook their Christmas dinner.
It's Boxing Day in Beckindale and Joe clears his and Kate's things out of the attic bedroom for Rachel. She plans to ask Michael to help her move her stuff in. Kim is keen to impress the master as the members of the hunt gather at Home Farm. Kathy asks Kim if Frank picked up on her sneaking over to the nursery flat on Christmas Day to have an alcoholic drink. She doesn't think he did. Amos is disgruntled that the hunt are setting off from Home Farm this year rather than The Woolpack. As a result, the pub is empty. Chris discovers Alan has bought himself a Christmas - a whiskey flask identical to the one Seth has. Frank is furious when he comes across the stirrup cup for the hunt. He goes mad and humiliates Kim in front of everyone and tips all the alcohol away.
1991
Frank follows tradition and issues a role reversal at the New Year shooting party, with Seth in charge and himself, Alan, and Eric following orders at a Home Farm hunt. Frank assumes Elizabeth has no idea what to do, but she soon reveals herself to be a terrific shot and bags the most game of the day, with Joe in second. Kim clears the air with Joe about the negative comments she made about Frank during their private talk, blaming drink and insisting her marriage is fine. Bill Middleton turns repo man while Nick and Michael briefly move away from the tractor, as the Feldmanns never responded to the notices of payment. They go to tell Elizabeth. Amos gets into a huff when Sarah reveals she hasn't had time to look at or edit his extensive diaries
Paolo has taken an overdose but the police believe there are suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. The next morning, Jack calls Henry for news. Frank receives notice that the council have turned down his plans for the golf course. He's furious at how much work and money has gone to waste. It's Elsa's last day at work before going on maternity leave. Elizabeth tells Nick she's decided to go and see Frank. Jack tries to hide his concern for Marian around Sarah. Sarah asks Annie what Marian was like and she fills her in on the history between her, Jack, Joe and Paulo.
Elizabeth arrives for her first day half an hour early and keen to start work. Frank mopes around the house feeling bored and past it. A throwaway comment from Kim prompts him into action. Henry arrives back from Italy and breaks the news to Amos that the police think Marian murdered Paolo. Sarah is plagued by silent calls at the Emmerdale cottage. Kim is surprised when Frank tells her he's going to work and returns to the haulage company while Chris is taking Kathy to Caroline's in Scarborough. Alan is impressed when Elizabeth offers her straw from Blackthorn Farm to the fish farm for cash with a discount.
Frank wakes Chris and offers him a lift to work but he is adamant he is not going. Elizabeth suggests Michael should start looking for new employment. Nick ponders getting a paper round for extra money. Rachel makes plans for her new image having got Chris to agree to give her an extended lunch. Sarah gets at Jack by making digs about Marian and noting that the phone calls have stopped. Chris confronts Kim over Frank's return to the haulage firm. She accuses him of being spoilt. Gary meets with Alan and offers him the details of his loan for The Woolpack - he will pay a low rate of interest on the condition that he agrees to stock a certain number of Skipdale Breweries beer barrels alongside the other stock for a period of fifteen years. He is told that the more barrelage of Skipdale beer he sells, the bigger discount he will receive. Alan isn't sure.
It's early morning and Nick starts his paper round. Frank tries to get Chris to come into work again. Sarah and Jack row over Marian. Alan approaches Henry needing to do a projective cash flow chart for the loan. He lets Henry believe the loan is from a bank. Amos asks Henry to run him over to Kelthwaite to view a cottage. Jack tells Sarah he doesn't want to go to Italy but thinks he should. He asks Sarah to trust him but she doesn't want him to go. Amos is impressed with the cottage in Kelthwaite.
Elizabeth and Elsa watch as everything at Blackthorn Farm is auctioned off. Elizabeth gets emotional. Frank tells her he wishes there was something he could have done. Amos is not enjoying his final week in the village and is keen to go. Sarah gets Dolly and Annie to help with his farewell party. She confides in Dolly that she thinks Archie will have to be let go from Emmerdale as he is still barely turning up for work. Michael joins up with Elizabeth and Elsa. Their possessions don't pull in much money. Henry tells Amos a farewell party is being planned for him but he is adamant he doesn't want one. Henry pays his comments no attention. Frank catches Rachel booking a holiday at work.
Amos has fallen asleep packing his things in the backroom. Henry wakes him and is keen to find out what time he will be leaving. Sarah, Annie and Dolly prepare for Amos' farewell party at a speedy pace. Sarah insists that when Jack returns he will be working on the farm rather than attending the party. Alan surprises Elizabeth and Seth by turning up at the fish farm on Chris' motorbike, complete with leathers. He informs them he won it from Chris playing poker. The removal men begin taking Amos' stuff. Rachel calls round to 3 Demdyke Row and invites Michael to the party later. She breaks the news of Alan's new motorbike and her sacking from the haulage company. Michael angrily rants about the Tates and escorts Rachel to sign on in Hotten.
Kathy pulls over as she notices Chris' motorbike coming past her as she returns from Scarborough. She's confused as Alan goes sailing past her on it. Jack surprises Sarah by turning up at the farm having returned from Italy. She's frosty with him and informs him that Joe has taken himself away to France now before shooting him down when Jack tries to tell her what happened out there. Michael takes Rachel into Hotten to do some shopping. Jack forces Sarah to listen to him, explaining that he realised when he went over to Italy that he was chasing Marian's memory but has realised he loves her more than what he ever did Marian. Elizabeth organises Seth's tools at the fish farm to prevent him dashing off for items he can't find and wasting Alan's time
Frank feels guilty over Kathy's confrontation with him and decides to go and see Alan. Jack plans a romantic supper for Sarah. Frank matter of factly tells Alan that he'll write him a cheque for £500 and recover the bike for Chris but Alan refuses to part with it. When Frank threatens to take it anyway, Alan calls his bluff saying if he did he would ruin Chris's reputation. He mentions that he's noticed the bike is worth £5000. Zoe is disappointed to learn that Rachel is going on a date with Michael tonight. Henry admits to Annie that he's considered retiring again since the going-ons with Marian. Annie makes him realise that he needs to stick around and keep Alan in check at The Woolpack.
Early the next morning, Zoe sneaks Michael out of Home Farm before anyone wakes. Michael is keen to see her again but she seems uninterested. Dolly catches them and Zoe asks her to keep the secret. Elsa feels horrible when Nick has to rush out without any breakfast as he is late for his paper round. Dolly has to rush off to be sick after breakfast. Archie is disgusted when Michael brags about spending the night with Zoe and reminds him Rachel won't be impressed with his lie. It's Alan's first day at The Woolpack and he informs Seth that he is appointing Elizabeth as manager for the fish farm. She is delighted. Chris is annoyed to walk into work and find Frank at his desk again
Chris dashes off to work in an attempt to beat Frank in. Dolly returns from the doctors troubled. She tells Kim she's just feeling run down. Sarah persuades Rachel to get away from Beckindale while she's feeling glum. Alan decides to try out putting olives and cheese snacks on the bar and begins ordering Henry around. Henry firmly tells him that he's not prepared to go along with his changes. Chris and Frank disagree on how to move the business forward. Rachel takes a call from Michael wanting to meet her tonight but she cheerfully informs him she's going on holiday. Annie overhears and spots her travel brochures before demanding an explanation.
Kim receives a letter from a horse breeder in France. Elsa asks Alan to give her away and he's honoured. Kim calls the horse breeder in France and receives a surprise when Joe answers the phone. She hangs up as Dolly interrupts her call to tell her she's pregnant. Kim congratulates her but Dolly tells her she's having an abortion. Archie's unhappy when his mother, April, arrives in the village. Kim tries to get Dolly to rethink the abortion but she is adamant. She explains to Kim about Graham. Zoe bumps into April and invites her for a drink later, despite Archie's insistence that she return to Hotten and leave him be. Kim asks Dolly what Charlie has said about the baby but Dolly reveals she hasn't told him and doesn't intend to.
Kim confides in Dolly that the letter from the horse breeder in France was actually from Joe and explains to her about his attempt to kiss her. She worries that he was wanting to have an affair with her. Dolly uneasily escapes the conversation without passing comment. Mark shows Jack a letter from the council from before Christmas which Joe forgot to mention to him. The letter states that Emmerdale are blocking a bridle path between Pencross Fell and Filleigh Wood and it needs to cleared before 14th February, otherwise they will be billed for the council to clear it themselves. Sarah is forced to cancel her plans and clear the path.
Frank takes Sam to school while Dolly is in hospital for the abortion. He's concerned over what is wrong with her but Kim stays quiet. Michael and Elsa tease Elizabeth when she receives a Valentine's card, believing it's from Alan. Jack is jealous when Sarah reveals she got three Valentine's cards - one from him, one from Robert and one anonymous. She realises it's Gary and Dan as they hang around sniggering while waiting for Mark. Kim is also puzzled when she receives an additional anonymous card. Elizabeth gets Elsa prepared for her wedding day. She asks if Elsa is certain she wants to get married and Elsa confirms she does. Nick is nervous that Elsa won't show up at the registry office
Henry and Dolly see April being dropped off by a man outside The Woolpack. She tells them she thumbed a lift from a stranger while waiting at the bus stop. Dan and Gary push Mark to ask Paula out as he gazes at her standing at the bus stop. He's curious to know who sent her the other Valentine's card but builds up the courage to go over to her. Before he gets chance, a boy pulls up in a car and she gets in with him. Henry is angered when Alan orders him around in the bar. He instructs Henry to change the barrel of bitter while he goes to pick Elsa, Nick and the baby up from the hospital.
Sarah is tired working at both the farm and the pub. Jack is appreciative of her effort. Mark and Paula confirm their date and decide to meet at the cinema. Alan and Henry continue to get under each other's feet at The Woolpack. Jack receives the bill for the bridleway clearing from the council - £1,000. The midwife assures Elsa and Nick that the amount of crying Alice is doing is completely normal. She encourages Elsa to get more rest. Jack blames Kim for informing the council about the blocked bridleway when he finds her riding along it. Sarah apologises and explains how Joe left them in the lurch by not mentioning the letter.
Nick feels terrible for shouting at Alice the previous night, telling Elsa he just wanted her to have a good night's sleep. Mark is cheery as he helps Jack out at Emmerdale. Nick is late starting his paper round and takes Alice along with him. He informs Alan that he thinks Alice's crying is beginning to take its toll on Elizabeth and Michael. It's completion day on The Woolpack and Henry hands the pub keys over to Alan. They settle their differences and Henry informs Alan that he has decided to move out immediately, staying at the Dale View Guest House until he finds somewhere permanent. Alan is shocked and insists Henry is welcome to stay put in The Woolpack until he finds somewhere permanent. Henry accepts. Dolly is short with Kim at work.
Elsa is continuing to get little sleep looking after Alice. Henry gets a shock to wake and find the men in The Woolpack aren't decorators but builders and finds the sink has been removed and the water turned off. Elizabeth and Michael move into Victoria Cottage. Henry confronts Alan over the builders. Kim and Kathy find Nick asleep in the stables. Kathy explains that the baby is keeping him awake. Kim lets him sleep. Henry discovers Alan has made a deal with Skipdale Breweries in order to secure the money on The Woolpack, not knowing that the pub was already owned by Ephraim Monk's who have now found out about his deal. Nick is pleased to think that no-one caught him sleeping on the job.
Chris has been up all night trying to find an alternative for the lost contract and asks Kathy not to mention it to Kim. Henry is feeling lonely on his own at The Woolpack and jumps at the chance to accompany Annie in Hotten to shop for dinner. Jack receives a letter complaining about the farm's 'Beware of the bull' sign stating they're misleading people who want to use the right of way by saying there's a bull in the field when there isn't. He decides to take it down. Gary reveals his plans for The Woolpack to Alan but he isn't happy. Rachel tells Michael she doesn't want to spoil anything now they're friends again.
Jack questions Mark on when he'll return the £30 he borrowed. Zoe tries to be friendly with Rachel but the exchange between the two soon turns frosty when Zoe implies she went away to escape. Rachel calls Zoe selfish. Sarah shows interest in keeping a lamb who's lost its mother at the farmhouse. Alan reminds Elizabeth that he confided in her regarding Caroline in confidence. They both get a surprise when Caroline arrives at Victoria Cottage having found no-one in at 3 Demdyke Row. Henry isn't impressed when Charlie shows off some of his agricultural antiques as possibilities for decorating at the pub.
Jack agrees to Mark paying his £30 back in installments. Frank tells Chris he needs to stop worrying about what's happened and start concentrating on what they're going to do. Caroline's nose is put out of joint when Elsa mentions that Elizabeth is the best helper Alan says he's ever had. Having already picked antique pieces from Eric, Alan avoids Charlie's phonecalls. Sarah continues to 'mother' her lamb. Rachel is annoyed by Jack and Michael's attitude to farming and animal experimentation. Alan explains his ideas for The Woolpack to Caroline. Kim confides in Dolly about the haulage business potentially going bust. Elizabeth gives Elsa a lecture when she finds out Caroline is looking after Alice at night. Mark pays a visit to a bank in Hotten.
Frank and Chris tell Kathy and Kim that they're reducing the business to the bare-bones and want Kim to take over reception duties for them while Kathy manages the stables. Henry and Alan find that Amos suspected Seth was the son of George Verney. Seth cons free beer out of Ernie at The Malt Shovel by hinting of new plans at The Woolpack. Henry plans to look at the church records to find out if Amos' suspicions of Seth's paternity are correct. Michael tries to talk Rachel out of protesting. Nick and Dolly worry about their future at Home Farm as Dolly overhears Frank and Kim talking about laying staff off. Alan finds out that the Tates might be going under and frets about the fish farm.
Elizabeth tries to push Nick and Elsa into marrying before Alice's christening and plans to speak to Tony. Michael insists on going to the protest with Rachel to look after her. Dolly and Nick become fed up of waiting to find out about their jobs and Dolly demands an answer from Kim. Frank informs them that their jobs are safe. Dolly cringes as Alan arrives to question the future of the Fish Farm. Frank is frustrated that news of the Tates going bankrupt seems to be all over the village. He gives him a £200 cheque for the regulars on the opening night at The Woolpack in attempt to stop the rumours. Kim takes over the role of secretary while Kathy is made to take charge of the stables.
Joe arrives home from France. Archie tells Zoe that he, Michael and Rachel were a part of the raid on the vets' when she wonders why they've been targeted. He tells her that her boss is experimenting on animals. Alan and Gary go over the plans for the grand re-opening at The Woolpack. Joe tells Jack he's feeling better than he has in a long time. Frank and Chris pack up the last of the items from their office. Zoe is shocked when Archie and Rachel present her with proof that her boss is involved in experimentation. Charlie calls at the market to find out how the audit is going. Eric gloats that everything is fine. Mark brings his girlfriend, Paula, back to the farm for dinner.
Joe isn't pleased when he discovers Mark has opened a bank account and spent £150 of his overdraft in three days. Alan tries to persuade Henry to help him out behind the bar until he can get a barmaid but he refuses. He asks Caroline for help in finding somebody. Kathy and Dolly grow tired of how they are being treated at Home Farm. Joe escorts Mark to the bank and closes his account. Zoe challenges Martin over his association with Skipdale Laboratories. When he confirms he's involved with them, she resigns.
Seth is taking liberties since being told that George may have been his father. Kathy is disappointed at how little time she's able to spend with Chris. Mark rings Paula but receives abuse from her father who thinks she was late home through being out on the town. Caroline arrives for her first shift at The Woolpack and is left to clear up dust and wash glasses from the night before. Joe rings Paula's dad in an attempt to explain her lateness the night before
It's Easter Sunday in the village and the day of Alice's christening. Mark is in a foul mood following Paula dumping him at her dad's wishes. Joe informs him that he's arranged to meet with her dad to sort the situation out. Alan tries to drum up trade in The Woolpack by offering a free pint to all men who bring their Easter "chicks" to the pub. Seth tries to persuade Alan to return to Monk's beer, noting that gimmicks won't work as his customers just simply don't like Skipdale beer. Kathy attempts to persuade a tired Chris to come to the christening with her. Zoe informs Frank about Martin Bennett being involved with Skipdale Laboratories and possible animal experimentation.
Kathy tries to get Chris to take the night off but he is adamant there is too much work. Sarah is looking up holidays but Jack isn't impressed with her choices, suggesting they should do something more adventurous. Caroline suggests a Happy Hour at The Woolpack - half-price on beers and lagers in an attempt to sell more of the Skipdale beer to meet Alan's quota. Henry is unimpressed but Alan thinks it's a great idea. Jack talks of a camping holiday with Sarah but she laughs at his plans when he injures his back fixing a wall. She tells him they're too old for that sort of thing. Kathy asks Sarah if she and Jack want to join her for a night out. Rachel informs Annie, Joe and Michael that she's considering going to Leeds University rather than Exeter as it's closer to home.
Henry is annoyed as Alan leaves him to take care of The Woolpack delivery. It's Robert's birthday. Kathy is tired of not seeing Chris and gets him to agree to a night out. Alan decides to arrange a radio commercial for The Woolpack. Caroline recommends that Alan should use a Yorkshire accent for the voiceover. Michael is annoyed to learn that Rachel plans to live in Leeds rather than commute from university every night.
Joe waits anxiously for an anniversary card from Kate. Sarah is annoyed with Jack's disappearance. An updated alarm system is fitted at The Woolpack on Alan's insistence. Henry fails to see the point as the old one was fine. Rachel tries to cheer Joe up by giving him an anniversary card from her and Mark. Seth agrees to do the radio commercial for Alan for a fee - eight free pints at The Woolpack. Rachel invites Michael along to go check out out the university with her next week. Elsa is crabby as Kathy fusses over Alice in the street telling Elsa she's envious of her.
When Kathy makes plans for that evening with Chris, and he fails to show, it appears she may have reached breaking point in regards to their relationship. Alan is put out when a TV executive rings The Woolpack, wanting to speak to Seth about the radio advert. Joe receives a letter from Kate and Annie advises caution, and Sarah's revenge attack on Jack backfires.
Rachel plans to enjoy herself with or without Michael. Kathy walks out on Chris and Henry leaves The Woolpack - for good.
Seth's hat problems render him useless - until Elizabeth comes up with the solution and Caroline's beer tasting session depresses Alan.
Zoe's diagnosis of the Sugden's dairy herd brings her into conflict with Joe while Chris and Kathy realise they want different things out of life. Seth joins in with the women's aerobics class.
Joe finally takes Zoe's advice and hopes it won't be too late to help Michael. Rachel has an idea to get Elsa out of the house and Kathy searches for a place to stay.
Kathy's annoyed when Chris wakes and puts his arm around her. Rachel worries as she waits for news on Michael's blood tests. Alan receives a letter saying that brewery sales aren't up to standards. Kathy lays down some ground rules for Chris while they're occupying the same space. Annie becomes annoyed by Henry's bad habits around the farmhouse. Chris expresses his disappointment to Frank that he and Kathy are over. Frank encourages him to fight for her. Rachel's overjoyed when Michael tells her his tests were negative. Joe decides to challenge Kim in the point-to-point members race. Frank tells Kim that his sperm count is low and it could take up to three years to change. He's relieved when Kim takes the news well. Alan tries to persuade Caroline to live in at The Woolpack again. Eric struggles to get around without a car. Annie loses her temper and confronts Henry over his bad habits.
Rachel invites Michael to join her in Leeds again. He expresses that her friends make her feel uncomfortable but agrees to join her. Alan begs Henry to get in touch with Monk's Brewery again. Sarah can't bear to see Annie and Henry at loggerheads and plans to have a word. Elizabeth is disappointed when the only person to remember her birthday is Seth. Michael worries that Rachel will change at university. Henry tiptoes around Annie at the farm. Kathy and Chris realise they're spending the night in together at Home Farm. Michael apologises to Elizabeth for forgetting her birthday. Elsa arrives with chocolates for her, having only just remembered.
Chris and Kathy have slept in separate rooms. She packs some of her things and goes to 3 Demdyke Row. Michael complains of feeling ill again and pulls out of the Leeds trip with Rachel. Kathy tells Caroline and Elsa what happened with Chris. Elsa wants to report him for attempted rape but Kathy tells her to leave it. Frank is concerned for the business when Kathy calls in sick and Chris arrives late and discovers they've had a row.
Alan makes Caroline breakfast following her first night at The Woolpack. Nick leaves to find out if he still has a job. Frank's amused when he discovers he punched Chris and tells him to get to work. Nick can't believe his luck. Annie continues to be annoyed by Henry's mess around the farmhouse. Mark asks to borrow a tent from Jack as he and some friends are arranging to go camping. Alan receives notice that Monk's Brewery are coming to inspect The Woolpack today. He makes out Caroline has been living in for some time. Rachel begins to wonder if Michael is putting on his illness to get out of going to Leeds. Dolly is amused when Eric wangles a free car from Maxwell's Garage in exchange for advertising their name all over it.
Kathy decides it's time to return to work. Henry gets under Annie's feet in the farmhouse kitchen. Mark has had a bad night sleeping outside in Jack's tent. Nick spots the girl Chris was with in The Woolpack leaving Home Farm and kissing him. Sarah feels for Henry when he goes birdwatching as a way of avoiding Annie. Annie feels guilty when she hears Henry's avoiding her. Frank walks in on an argument between Nick and Chris. Seth's horrified when he discovers The Woolpack is closed but is delighted to find out it's due to the pub switching to Ephraim Monk's ale. Chris pushes Frank to sack Nick but Frank refuses.
Alan prepares for the re-opening of The Woolpack and asks Seth to keep an eye on the spit roast. Kim frets to Frank over the possibility of losing the horse race to Joe. Kathy annoys Chris as she divides up their stuff. Rachel teases Mark for having a girlfriend. Alan becomes nostalgic over his relationship with Caroline after finding an entry about them in Amos' diary. He attempts to rekindle the flame but she snuffs it out. Eric sizes up the competition between Joe and Kim and starts encouraging people to place bets. Sarah tells Joe she's putting her money on Kim. Alan re-opens The Woolpack and the villagers celebrate the return of Monk's beer. Eric tells Frank that Joe is favourite to win the race. Alan approaches Jack with the possibility of serving the lamb on a regular basis. Frank asks Joe to let Kim win the race. Henry toasts Alan's success at The Woolpack. Joe is disgusted with Frank and refuses to throw the race.
Kim is nervous ahead of the Point-to-Point. Seth fails to help by informing her that everyone has bet on Joe to win. Chris offers Eric Kathy's car. Mark sets off on his camping trip. Kathy and Chris have a blazing row when she finds Eric testing her car. Mark meets Paula at the bus stop. Seth bets £50 against Eric that Kim will win the race. Rachel and Michael are inspired by Mark's camping trip and plan to go themselves. Rachel works out Mark is with Paula. Frank tries to explain to Kathy that Chris is heartbroken over their split. Kathy informs him that Chris attacked her in bed.
Frank informs Chris he knows he tried to attack Kathy and warns him to get out of the village for a while. Kim's business starts to improve following the race but she refuses to forgive Frank for attempting to bribe Joe. Mark and Paula's camping trip has been a disaster. He calls Rachel asking her to pick them up. Kim apologises to Joe for suspecting him of taking a bribe. She tells him she can't enjoy the prize as Frank's ruined any enjoyment for her. Joe makes her see that she still won the race fairly. She makes up with Frank. Mark asks Rachel to stay quiet about Paula and the camping trip. Michael confesses to Rachel that he was feigning illness in order to prevent losing her.
Mark frets that Paula will never speak to him again. Rachel persuades him to call her. Chris transfers Kathy's car registration over to her name. Tony begins looking for volunteers for the village fete and puts notices up around the village. Dolly arranges some time off in July to take Sam to Norfolk to see Matt. Michael tells Joe that he and Rachel are engaged. Mark's depressed after ringing Paula, telling Rachel she's dumped him. Kathy's agitated when she bumps into Chris at work again. Zoe discovers that Martin is still working for Skipdale Laboratories and confronts him. He admits he can't afford to turn down business based on principal. Joe blabs about the engagement to Rachel in front of Annie
Elsa and Nick worry over how Kathy will fare at Home Farm after her breakup with Chris. Kathy battles with her emotions after she sees Chris kissing a woman on the cheek as she leaves; she's embarrassed when Kim tells her it's one of her friends who spent the night. Rachel's low-key engagement gets out of hand as she learns Michael put an announcement in the paper. Elizabeth questions Michael about whether they're moving too quickly; he insists it's what they both want. Rachel confides in Elsa that she thought Michael had known that she'd meant she might marry him eventually, not right now.
Frank finds Chris has been awake all night trying to find an alternative solution to their money problems. He continues to fight against Frank's idea of the insurance scam. Zoe leaves for her job interview. Kathy tells Nick that working is keeping her mind of her breakup with Chris. He wonders whether she should stop working at Home Farm completely but she insists she can still work with Chris. Jack walks in on Joe giving Sarah an oddly personal lesson is sheep-shearing which involves her being on all fours.
Chris apologises to Kathy for their exchange of words yesterday but she throws it back in his face telling him he's never had to work for anything. Zoe is amused to get one over on Eric as he pays her for her car. Joe is amused as Sarah struggles to catch her first sheep to sheer. Eric informs Alan it is his birthday and shows off his present to himself - Zoe's car. He goes to take Alan out for a spin but the car fails to start. Chris offers to be the one to take the risk for insurance scam, insisting he wants to take responsibility for something. Frank is still having second thoughts about the entire plan. Rachel is taken aback by everyone's generosity as Annie sets up for her engagement barbecue. She tells Zoe she feels the wedding plans are moving too fast.
The village fete is set up on Home Farm grounds. Kim is sure Frank and Chris are up to something but believes it to be regarding the tennis tournament. Elsa apologises to Nick again. He asks her to call him if she is going to be late again. Annie feels too unwell to attend the fete, leaving Sarah to run the cake stall alone. Chris tells Frank that having thought over their idea, the plan to hijack one of their own vans is absurd. As Alan prepares to head to Home Farm, a group of bikers arrive at The Woolpack. Frank tries to make Chris realise that the hijack is the only way they'll be able to raise the money.
Kim receives a large cheque and saves Frank's neck while Sarah refuses to be beaten by mere males as sheep-shearing gets under way. Kathy and Tony discover Elsa's deceit.
Kathy quizzes Elsa on whether she's having an affair. Kim tries to find out what Frank would have done if he had not received the cheque and mentions that Chris implied they had a deal. Frank denies any knowledge. Elsa furiously tells Kathy that she isn't having an affair. Kathy encourages her to tell Nick what she was really doing before somebody else does. Frank confronts Chris on what he said to Kim. He admits he slipped up but didn't give anything away. Joe decides to cook the Sugdens a special meal. Seth informs Henry that there is an article on Rachel in the newspaper again. Kathy asks Alan for a job at The Woolpack as she needs the company.
Frank and Kim rush to hospital to see Chris - he has cuts, bruises and concussion. Kathy sends Nick back to bed when he wakes with Alice, she insists on helping Elsa. Chris accuses Frank of going through with the hijack idea, forcing Frank to admit what their plan was before the cheque turned up to Kim. Kathy lays into Elsa for allowing Nick to guiltily take her out for the night last night, thinking she doesn't get out much. They argue over her lies to Nick. Frank angrily rings the contact he was going to use for the hijack, Terry Prince, and discovers that the message didn't filter down that the job had been cancelled.
Nick is cool with Elsa as he heads off to work. Sam tries to get out of going to school again. Dolly tells Kim that the kids are now teasing him about Matt not being around for the father's race at the school sports day. Rachel worries to Sarah that she feels guilty of her engagement to Michael saying she doesn't even want to wear the ring. Sarah informs her that Jack has proposed to her a few times but she's always declined as she doesn't want to spoil things. Rachel tells her she feels the same and realises she needs to talk with Michael. Frank informs Chris that there should be no way anyone can trace the hijack back to them. Tony asks Kathy to give him horse-riding lessons, explaining he's a complete beginner. She agrees to take him for his first lesson tonight and he invites her for a meal afterwards. Joe is disappointed when he and Michael take their lambs to the market and only make £35
Henry and Annie are pleased as they see Rachel and Michael all loved up in the kitchen. Elsa promises Nick a special night in to make up for her lying about the evening classes. Sam tries to get out of going to school again. Sarah and Jack believe Rachel mustn't have called off the engagement when they witness Michael in an upbeat mood. Tony arranges to take Kathy on a picnic after work. Chris watches them together from inside and complains to Kim. The organic lambs draw in £6 more at the market.
It's Annie's birthday and she's disappointed that news will have to be broken over Michael being let go. Nick insists on he and Elsa having a quiet night in and actually enjoying themselves. Joe breaks the news to Rachel that they will need to let Michael go at the end of October. She's furious. Alan's uneasy when Caroline shows no signs of wavering over going out with Eric. Dolly asks Archie if Sam can help out on the ice cream van again after school. She asks him to have a word with him about his bullying in the hope he'll open up to him. Frank is inspired as Chris goes over the figures and comes up with ideas for cutbacks. He begins thinking about ways they can cut back at Home Farm and suggests to Kim that they let Dolly go
Elsa persuades Nick to go out and enjoy himself at The Woolpack, he isn't so enthusiastic at the idea at first but later agrees. The Sugdens aren't happy when Michael's nowhere to be seen and he's supposed to be doing the milking. Dolly comforts Archie after the humiliation with the ice cream. Tony and Kathy decide to be seen together in public, considering the fact that gossip has probably already flown around the village, Chris isn't too happy to see them and takes his retaliation out on the punters in The Woolpack. Alan becomes exceedingly overprotective and jealous when he discovers that Caroline is going out for the night with Eric. Rachel and Michael decide to leave the farm behind for a short while and go on holiday. Archie gets his revenge on his rival ice cream worker, by having Mark among others handing out leaflets for special officers on the pricing, causing ructions.
Joe is preoccupied as he prepares to pick Kate up from Leeds Station later in the afternoon. Elsa accuses Nick of being rude and possessive in front of Louise. He tells her that she never seems to enjoy spending time in with him like she did with Louise. He decides to get a bottle of wine in for them both tonight. Joe nervously sets off for Leeds. Alan and Caroline put the finishing touches to the restaurant. He gives her a special opening night present and she is grateful. Chris tells Kim that rumours are starting to spread around the village about Kathy and Tony. She notes that he's jealous.
Joe sets off to see Kate again, taking Lucy in a bid to help cheer Kate up a little. Kim walks in on Kathy and Tony kissing in the kitchen. Kate is pleased to see Lucy and walks her with Joe. Elsa gets Elizabeth to babysit for her and Nick when she insists on going out for a meal to Nick's dismay. Seth arrives with Alan's next order of vegetables. Kate confides in Joe on how horrible prison was. He tries to persuade her to return to Emmerdale even for one visit. She agrees to think about it for next week. Kim quizzes Kathy on Tony. She sharply informs her that she's fond of Tony and thoroughly enjoys his company, adding she can pass that along to Chris if she chooses as well.
Elsa tells Nick she's decided she wants them to start having separate nights out weekly - starting with him tomorrow. He reluctantly agrees. Alan plans the menu for the evening but rushes off when he realises he's late for a council meeting. Kathy gives Tony another riding lesson. She offers to help him with the over 60's bingo night at the Village Hall. Frank decides to take over the town twinning, deciding on France, knowing it will benefit the haulage firm. He decides to form a new committee. Chris invites Kathy for a ride on his motorbike but she refuses. Annie is shocked to take a call from Kate. Alan dashes back to the pub to work on the menu for the restaurant. Elizabeth tracks him down and tells him there is a phone call for him at Victoria Cottage and reminds him he has a meeting at the fish farm in fifteen minutes.
Kathy helps Chris win an important contract. Kate makes a surprise visit to Emmerdale Farm and Nick and Elsa panic over Alice's disappearance.
Rachel and Michael return from Cornwall. She tries to persuade him to call in at Emmerdale and speak to Joe about keeping his job until October but he is adamant he's not returning. Nick is furious with Elsa and tells her to start acting like a mother to Alice. Joe and Annie prepare the farmhouse for Kate's return for the night. Rachel arrives and Joe breaks the news that Kate is out of prison and returning. She is ecstatic. Frank receives a letter from Terry Prince informing him that one of the biggest engineering firms in Europe might be interested in using the haulage company. Rachel is puzzled as Joe explains about Kate staying with her father since leaving prison but is delighted that Kate is returning.
Joe hasn't told the family about seeing Kate in the taxi outside. He insists that he's not going to call her. Caroline makes a doctors appointment for Alan. It's Michael's first day at the Fish & Game Farm. Rachel brings him a birthday present. Frank and Kim aren't pleased when Dolly calls to say that she's staying in Norfolk for a few more days. She takes on Dolly's role ahead of Frank's meeting with Arthur Bright. Elsa frets to Elizabeth over her and Nick's unopened bills. Elizabeth encourages her to open them before they continue to pile up. Kate calls Joe apologising for not turning up at Emmerdale yesterday
Annie is less than thrilled when she takes Kate and Joe breakfast and learns Joe has had to sleep in another room. The reaction encourages Kate to isolate herself throughout the day. Kathy agrees to fill in for Dolly as the Tates have their meeting with Arthur Bright. Chris continues to tease her about her new relationship. Nick plans a surprise holiday for Elsa even though it will come from baby Alice's money. Archie is depressed as he makes plans to dig a grave for Bill Whiteley. At the meeting, Chris speaks up to Arthur after he repeatedly makes sexist comments toward Kathy. Kathy is surprised when Chris lies that he's her fiance in order to make Arthur back down.
Kate starts out the day unhappy that she wasn't told about Bill Whiteley's passing, and things don't get any better when she gets a very cold shoulder from Annie over Joe continuing to stay out of the marriage bed. With Annie's ire increasing, Henry finally convinces her to go to Tuscany with him, which they tell the family. Frank is pleased that Arthur Bright still wants to make a deal with the haulage firm, but when he asks Kathy to keep up the ruse of being Chris' fiancee, she says she won't stop them, but she also won't participate. Seth hears a voice from the grave while walking Smokey - Archie, digging a plot for Bill
Archie buries a time capsule of Bill's personal effects and uncovers evidence of an old indiscretion via a photo of Bill and a woman who wasn't his wife. Seth is less than pleased to realise it was his wife! Bill's funeral has a sparse attendance, with even the vicar, Tony, having left town without telling anyone, necessitating a replacement. Alan is annoyed as he had a large spread at The Woolpack, but he soon has more serious problems when he collapses from pain. He takes some ribbing when his doctor tells him it's his allergies, and he can only eat mashed potatoes and pears, and can no longer drink alcohol.
Dolly is outraged by a request from Frank while Chris declares his love for Kathy and Kate tells Joe he'd be better off without her. Eric takes to the saddle.
Alan is struggling with his restricted diet ahead of his appointment with the specialist. Joe assures Kate that he still loves her. Archie tells Lynn that he'll shift his things as soon as he can but Lynn assures him he can stay as long as he likes and invites him out for dinner to say thanks. Sarah notices Joe and Kate are getting on better but Jack believes Joe is putting on an act. Sarah suggests they invite Joe and Kate for a night out. Frank and Chris celebrate the Bright contract. Alan reports to Elizabeth that the specialist ordered him to rest and change his lifestyle so Elizabeth packs him off to bed. Dolly can't believe her slapping down of Arthur Bright could've potentially won the Tates the contract. Dolly feels like a tart and declares she's had enough of being treated like dirt
Chris and Frank seem to expect Kim to take over Dolly's duties in her absence. Kate is in a foul mood the following morning. Kathy tells Lynn she thinks Chris was genuine in his concern for her. She decides to try and track down Tony at his old parish in London. Kate accuses Joe of bringing up her prison sentence every time they have a disagreement. Chris and Frank agree to work together in future, acknowledging that they risked ruining their business with their rivalry against each other. Alan is concerned he will be missing a town twinning meeting due to his illness. Archie plans his revenge on Eric for Alan's birthday present by hitting him in the wallet whilst carrying out repairs to his car. Kim decides to put an advert out for Dolly's job. Rachel asks Kate why she is being so nasty to Joe and demands to know what's going on.
Elizabeth reaches the end of her tether, and accuses Elsa of behaving like a spoilt brat and tells Alan enough is enough! Jack and Sarah are horrified by Frank's latest plan, and are determined to stop it. Meanwhile, Rachel, Mark and Annie tiptoe around Joe following Kate's departure, which has set off the village gossips.
Rachel gets a surprise when she meets her new flatmate only to put her foot in it. Meanwhile, Henry orders Alan out of the bar, after Elizabeth forces him out of the cottage. Seth puts his dog Smokey to the test and Charlie attempts extortion, whilst Jack finds himself preoccupied with Frank's plans.
Jack attempts to thwart Frank's planning application and argues with Joe over the future of Beckindale. Lynn makes a discovery in the churchyard and humiliates Rachel in public. Seth continues training Smokey, and Eric attempts to get the villagers behind the twinning of the village.
Rachel and Joe walk with the cows, with Rachel telling Joe how much she'll miss it after she moves to Leeds. She also says she needs a desk. Their talk is interrupted when they find a dead cow. Elsa talks with Nick over the phone, as he and Kathy are still with their ill grandmother. She wishes him a happy birthday and chooses not to tell him about the catalog she got in the mail. Kim reads Frank an account of Sarah's and Jack's protest at the council meeting for the holiday village, and Charlie's insults to Frank. Chris teases him.
Eric asks Kim and Frank to let Toril Bokelund, who is arriving in Beckindale via a "town twinning" system set up by the council, stay at Home Farm while he gets a good look at the farms and businesses in the village; they decline. Kathy and Nick return home and bemusedly watch Seth lay a beer trail for Smokey. Elsa greets them with two surprises - Alice in a new dress, ordered from the catalog, and a letter from London for Kathy. Rachel is in the kitchen with Annie and Michael, cleaning her new desk, when a photo falls out. Michael tries to keep it from her, but she soon sees that it's an old snap of Pete and Lynn Whiteley. Elsa gives Nick late birthday presents with a new shirt and pair of jeans, insisting it costs little as they pay in weekly installments.
Eric picks up his Norwegian guest, Toril Bokelund, from the Dales View Guest House. Toril has barely slept due to a rowdy group listening to rock music and Eric's promises for a tour of the village are halted by car troubles. While fixing the car they see Seth laying a beer trail for Smokey. Kim invites Charlie to an intimate luncheon for two. Joe finds more dead sheep on the farm and goes to look for answers. Jack and Sarah are also busy, with Sarah unhappy because they won't have time to take Robert to a party. When Mark arrives, he has to take Robert. Joe goes to see Frank about the sheep, but Frank's more interested in Kim and Charlie. Chris stops by Demdyke to again ask Nick about Kathy's whereabouts, but Nick says he isn't his sister's keeper; he later relays the story to Elsa, who still insists Kathy is reunited with Tony Charlton.
Frank tells various businessmen about his upcoming holiday village plans; when they leave, he worries to a reassuring Kim. Archie finds Seth, who is hiding from a hungover Alan. They agree to restart the bet on Smokey, and Seth soon sets him on his way. Kathy returns from London looking for Chris. Smokey nearly makes it to the pub until Alice drops her stuffed rabbit from her pram; Smokey takes it and runs off. Kathy starts to tell Chris about choosing between him and Tony Charlton, but Frank interrupts with Home Farm business; she promises they'll talk later. Frank gives Chris a pep talk before leaving for the meeting.
Joe finds another dead sheep on the farm and calls Sgt. MacArthur. Sarah calls St. John Ambulance Brigade to get literature on first aid courses. Mark shows Rachel her birthday cards, teasing her about the one from Michael. Kim and Frank pose for publicity photos for the upcoming holiday village, and Frank tells a happy Chris that he is returning control of the haulage business to him. Charlie fails to appreciate Kim's sense of humour when he opens the blackmail letters to find three blank pieces of paper. Seth tells Archie his head injury has restricted him to light duty, and that an unsympathetic Alan wants him to lie about the number of stolen birds for insurance purposes.
Nick argues with Kathy while Chris hides in the kitchen. Michael is unimpressed by Elizabeth's efforts to find him a job and Alan demonstrates his new toy.
Jack fumes as Joe plans to go the holiday village launch. Elizabeth pushes Michael to apply for the bar vacancy at The Woolpack, now it's appeared in the Hotten Courier. Chris gets through to Nick as he calls Kathy to invite her out for a meal. He puts on a voice and pretends to be a potential client but Nick suspiciously listens to her conversation and realises she's talking to Chris. Mark approaches Alan over the bar vacancy but is turned away for being underage. Nick lets Chris know that he's aware it was him on the phone.
Frank's livid when he sees 'BSE Incineration blights local holiday village plan' in the Hotten Courier. Sarah's puzzled by Annie and Jack's odd behaviour. Kim and Frank suspect Charlie's hand in the attempt to ruin their holiday park. Alan interviews Michael for the bar staff vacancy. He's shocked when Alan wants to offer him the job and gets out of it by pretending he's allergic to alcohol. Elsa begs Nick to go out with her for a meal tonight, wanting to borrow the money she's obtained from the catalogue sales.
Frank tackles Charlie about the incinerator about the plant and receives some happy news from Alan. Lynn is disturbed by late callers and Elsa makes a fool of herself at Rachel's farewell party.
Rachel moves into her new flat and Michael calls on Lynn. Kathy takes Chris on a picnic as they set the boundaries of their reconciliation. Carol teases Alan about offerings for the Harvest Festival. Elsa fights back when her loved ones criticise her for her drunken behaviour at the previous night's party. She tells Elizabeth how sick she is of the village. After some prodding from Annie, Jack and Sarah attend the Harvest Festival with Joe, but Jack spends his time arguing with Frank about the holiday village and the future of farming. Celebration turns to tragedy when Mark brings bad news from Emmerdale Farm - Henry has been rushed to hospital with a heart attack. As the Sugdens wait by the phone, Joe gets the awful news that Henry has died.
Beckindale is saddened by the tragic news about Henry Wilks while Annie decides to visit Amos. Elsa's day trip to Leeds turns into an all-nighter and Joe drops a bombshell at Emmerdale Farm. Kathy formalises plans to buy Mill Cottage and tells Chris while on a date. Chris also wants to tell her something, but the mood is ruined by Mark's repeated interruptions.
Joe admits to Jack he doesn't know what his next step is while Jack worries about Annie coping with the news. Kathy packs her things and tells Nick she's grateful to him and Elsa for taking her in. Nick is suspicious when Elsa arrives back early from Rachel's with no knowledge of the funeral and unsure if Rachel is returning. Annie fusses over the food for Henry's funeral and sends Rachel and Mark down to the village to get cream for the trifle, wanting everything to be perfect.
Chris and Kathy wake in a good mood. Annie is concerned about the amount of hours Mark is working. Elsa asks Nick if he's ever thought of moving away from Beckindale and is disappointed when his answer is no. Frank is pleased to see Chris and Kathy happy again. Lynn tells Michael that she's not had a single offer on the house so will be staying put for a while longer. He tells her that Rachel has gone back to Leeds. Annie asks Joe to help her sort through Henry's things. Nick is disappointed to learn Kathy has spent the night with Chris. Elsa enviously talks of Rachel's life in Leeds to Elizabeth and Nick.
Kathy and Chris agree to get married as soon as possible, insisting on a small wedding. Elsa is touchy with Nick when he fusses her after she's been sick. Chris and Kathy break the news to Frank and Kim of their engagement. They're both pleased but Frank gets carried away with laying down plans. Elizabeth worries over Alan's health and encourages him to ask for help if he needs it. Michael prepares for his job interview tomorrow at Bartons Agricultural Suppliers, an agricultural suppliers. Frank excitedly forces Kathy to call Caroline and Chris to call Zoe to break their news. Chris asks Kim to have a word with Frank and back off from making plans for them. Elsa tells Nick she thinks she's pregnant and has picked up a pregnancy test to make sure.
Chris and Kathy are busy planning their wedding. Chris is looking forward to telling Frank that it is all organised. Kathy invites Lynn to go shopping for a wedding dress. Elsa waits anxiously for the results of her home pregnancy testing kit. Frank is getting carried away organising the wedding reception. Kathy tries to tell him not to bother, but he won't listen. Elsa is relieved to find out that she is not pregnant. Nick is not so happy about it and hopes that they can try again. Alan is struggling carrying feed around the fish farm. Elizabeth tells him that he should be taking things easy. She tells him to consider taking a holiday. Kathy and Nick sort out how the rumour started about her being pregnant.
Frank is in a bad mood after Chris's outburst. Kim promises Kathy that she will have a word with him. Elsa and Nick row again. Michael has not got the sales job, but vows to keep trying. Elsa phones Elizabeth and asks her to look after Alice for the day as she is going over to Leeds. She's annoyed when Elizabeth tells her not to spend too much money. Chris tells Kathy that he has asked his old school friend, Alex, to be his best man. Kathy asks Chris to apologise to Frank.
Caroline turns up at Home Farm in preparation for the wedding. Frank offers her Bucks Fizz and scrambled eggs. Nick and Elsa are still arguing. He refuses to even consider moving away from Beckindale. Frank has plied Caroline with drink and tries to get her to agree to an extravagant wedding for Kathy and Chris. She does not fall for his plan. Alan treats himself to a fried breakfast before his trip to the health farm. Nick seeks reassurance from Frank that he is a good worker and that he would not want to lose him from Home Farm.
Kim is sure that Frank is plotting something as he keeps putting the telephone down each time she enters the room. Chris is looking forward to seeing Zoe who is coming back from New Zealand. Caroline is receiving desperate phone calls from Alan asking her to send him food parcels. Zoe arrives home to a warm welcome from Frank. Mark tries to scare Rachel with a halloween mask. Nick tells his mum that Elsa has given him an ultimatum - move to Leeds or she will leave him and take Alice with her. He is shocked when his mum advises him to investigate moving to Leeds and see how practical it would be.
Chris tries to get to see Kathy on the morning of their wedding. Caroline refuses to let him in. Kathy is taking no chances where bad luck is concerned. She is even sending £5 off to continue the chain letter. Nick and Elsa get ready for the wedding. He warns her that if she is serious about going to Leeds, he will fight her for Alice. Lynn asks Kathy if she is sure that she is doing the right thing in marrying Chris. Kathy assures her that she is lucky to have found someone else to love. Chris is panicking about not seeing Kathy.
Nick is preoccupied thinking about the situation with Elsa and asks Frank if he can leave work early. Rachel and Michael can only just about afford a half of lager between them. She wants to know when he is going to come and visit her in Leeds, but he does not seem keen on the idea. Elsa receives a telephone call from Allders store in Leeds asking her to start work next week for the pre-Christmas rush. She accepts the offer, but does not tell Nick straight away.
Nick hasn't slept all night. He winds up Alice's musical box. Joe tells Annie and Sarah that Jack wants him to leave the farm. Annie is fed up with her sons bickering and tells him to sort it all out. Nick doesn't go to work. Elizabeth calls round to see him. He tries to make an excuse about Elsa but Elizabeth already knows that she has left. She wants Nick to think about moving to Leeds to save the relationship. Zoe is anxious to watch Chris and Kathy's wedding video.
Jack insists on teasing Joe about him becoming a campsite attendant at the holiday village. Joe has just about had enough. Chris and Kathy are back from their honeymoon. They have had a wonderful time in New York. He is going to have a look at the new haulage office. Jack goads Joe into deciding to leave the farm straightaway. He storms off saying that he is going to see when Frank wants him to start work. Carol panics when Alan arrives home early
Chris is determined to fix some shelves up in Mill Cottage before their party. He promises Kathy that there is nothing to it. Elsa tells Nick that she has already sorted out some accommodation in Leeds. He is concerned that it is suitable for Alice and pleads with Elsa to give him another chance, but she says that it is over. Kathy phones to remind Nick about the party. Elsa refuses to go just to keep up appearances. Michael is getting more nervous about the showing of the wedding video. Lynn is no comfort.
Elsa is keen to leave Beckindale for Leeds. Nick tries to prolong her departure so that he can spend more time with Alice. He wants to take her out. Elsa relents. It is Mark's birthday. He is delighted with the Guns N' Roses CD that Annie has bought him (she assures him that Rachel bought it for her on his behalf), but does not even open Joe's present. Elsa goes to see her mum. Elizabeth has no idea that Elsa is planning to leave Beckindale today. She tries to persuade her that it is a bad idea and that Alice is much better off being brought up in the country.
Nick tells Elizabeth that Elsa has left Beckindale and gone to live in Leeds. Elizabeth is disappointed that Elsa lied to her and she is sad for Nick. Mark tells Jack about his disappointing evening. He rushes off when Joe tries to talk to him. Chris is preoccupied with DIY as Frank tries to talk business. Annie doesn't want Jack to abandon the idea of moving into the farmhouse. She thinks that Joe needs his own space and that they would only argue if Joe stays. She seems to have an idea to sort Mark out. Caroline and Kathy try and talk to Nick, but he is keeping busy at work and resents their interference. Michael has been out all night. He lies to Elizabeth that he stayed over with Archie.
Kathy tries to reassure Chris that he is not totally useless around the house. The surround to their kitchen door is now propped up by a steel prop, but Chris persists in thinking about installing wall lights. Caroline tries to comfort Nick and encourage him to go back to work, but he says that he has lost his reason to work. Elsa leaves Alice with the childminder on her first day at work. She is worried about how she will cope. Rachel arrives home with Ally. She promises to have a word with Mark, but cannot guarantee that he will listen. Eric calls on Elizabeth and asks her out for a drink. The man who has been lurking around the village watches Joe from his VW van. Frank has bought Chris a TV and video for the office.
Lynn calls to see Michael and asks him to come and fix her door. He doesn't think that it is a good idea, but she assures him that it is strictly business and that he needs the money. Jack and Sarah still feel that they are being watched. She drives off to do some work in the top field. Carol invites the Hotten Courier food critic back to The Woolpack to review Alan's food. Alan seems annoyed, but is secretly pleased. Joe is overseeing the moving of Christmas trees from Home Farm land. He gives Seth a lecture
It is night and Sarah tries to escape as Jim Latimer sleeps. Unfortunately he wakes up and stops her. In the morning, Annie encourages Jack to go to the incident room and find out what is happening. She makes sure that Robert is distracted. Elizabeth has lent Eric a gun for the shoot. Seth says that he thinks the shoot should have been cancelled out of respect for Sarah. Elizabeth thinks that they should carry on as normal. Sarah has nothing but contempt for Jim Latimer. He remains eerily silent. Jack explains to the detective that he feels so useless. Jim unties Sarah so that she can go to the toilet, but insists that he go with her. She tries to appeal to him to let her go and he speaks for the first time.
Jack is asked to leave the incident room but before he goes, he notices that police divers have been called in. Joe and Rachel try to comfort him, but he cracks. Sarah talks to Jim about the past, he tells her that Jack stopped him loving someone after Sharon and she realises he has come back to settle old scores. Elsa drops Alice off early at the childminder; she has not given her any breakfast. Seth brings Annie a couple of pheasants so that they can celebrate Sarah's homecoming. Annie likes his positive attitude. Alan is not happy with the restaurant review in the Hotten Courier as the reviewer likes his gourmet menu, but still repeatedly praises Carol's more common dishes from her last visit.
Caroline calls round to Nick's. She is upset to see that he has not tidied up and has not been to work. He is worried about missing Elsa if she decides to phone him. Jack tries to encourage Sarah to take things easy, but she wants to be left alone. Elsa looks at the poster at work advertising the Lewis's Christmas disco. Alan invites Caroline and Nick to spend Christmas with him, but she is going to Scarborough to see her mum. He gets a phone call from the VAT man to say that he will be visiting tomorrow. Nick takes his mum's advice and has a word with Frank about his current circumstances
Alan suddenly decides to put his stereo in the bar. He tells Carol that it is so that he can play soothing music for his customers, but she realises that he is going to claim his hi-fi as a business expense when the VAT inspector calls. She suggests that he puts his television in the bar as well and he takes her seriously. Caroline is worried when Nick tells her that he is going to babysit for Alice that evening. She doesn't want him to build up his hopes. Alan is alarmed when the VAT man turns up. He introduces himself as Mr McKay - the man Eric told him about. Jack tries to encourage Sarah to take a break, but she just wants to keep busy. Eric panics Alan by telling him not to offer 'Mac the knife' a drink or lunch as he could construe that as a bribe. Nick has bought Alice's Christmas present.
Nick wakes Elsa up. She is going to be late for work so he offers to take Alice to the childminder. Chris is furious with the high estimate he has received from the builder for work on the Mill. He is in a rush to get to work as the haulage company has got a new contract. Kathy asks what it is. She is upset when Chris tells her that it is the transportation of horses and ponies to the abattoir. Jack still does not know how to handle Sarah. They are having a row when Joe arrives with a Christmas tree for the farm. Nick tells the childminder that he and Elsa live apart.
Zoe arrives home with Patrick. Frank is put out to see that Patrick is much older than Zoe. He doesn't know how to behave towards him. Elsa is finding Alice difficult to cope with. Nick is packing up to go and stay with his mum and grandma in Scarborough. He wishes that Elsa wanted him in Leeds. Frank is still being cool towards Patrick. Kim is obviously plotting something as she asks Joe to keep Frank out of the way for a couple of hours. Kathy is also behaving secretively towards Chris. Archie brings Nick a Christmas tree
Archie meets Nick and Alice in the village. Archie asks him how he is managing. Nick hasn't thought what he will do with Alice when he goes back to work, he is just happy to have Alice back. Archie is genuinely pleased for him. Zoe has checked over the rescued ponies for Kim. She is upset that her father is avoiding her and explains to Kim that she thought he would understand. Amos is coming to the farm for New Year. Joe suggests to Annie that they go to The Woolpack, but she doesn't think that it is a very good idea as Amos has not been back there since Alan took over. Joe is annoyed at Rachel being lazy, but Rachel says this is supposed to be her holiday. Sarah has a go at Jack for following her round again. They just don't seem to be able to communicate anymore
1989
As Matt prepares to leave, Dolly has one last surprise for him. While, Phil's getaway plans put him on a collision course with Sandie.
Nick fears that Phil will reveal his guilty secret to the police, as Kate prepares to confess her own secret to Mark and Rachel.
Joe's plan to get Kate's children used to the idea of living at Emmerdale Farm goes badly wrong - while Seth's idea of getting Jackie and Kathy used to living in Demdyke Row doesn't go down well either.
Annie worries about the missing teenager, but it's her own health that ought to cause her concern, while Amos has his own worries about his missing customers.
Annie finds the tension too much for her, as a full-scale search is launched for Mark. Also, instead of a quiet night in, Jackie and Kathy find themselves invited to a party - their own.
As news of Mark brings one crisis to a head, Henry finds himself heading for another with Annie.
The fighting gets dirty in the pub war between Amos and Ernie, but not as dirty as Jackie's battle with Pete. While, Dolly thinks Matt is resorting to dirty tricks in their row over Sam.
Mark discovers that life at Emmerdale Farm is far from dull when he walks into a row between Joe and Jackie over veal calves - while Amos tries to enlist Dolly and Kathy as secret weapons in the pub war.
A big welcome is planned for Kate and the kids at Emmerdale Farm and it's time to bring on the dancing girls at The Woolpack - whatever Amos might think.
Caroline decides to strike while the iron's cold, the meal's not cooked and the house is a mess - while Jackie seems to be doing nothing to celebrate his and Kathy's first wedding anniversary.
Alan knows Caroline knows something he doesn't. He also doesn't know how to make her tell him what she knows. But her secret could be crucial to Jackie's plans for a bright new future.
Alan decides wining and dining is the way to learn Caroline's secret - but he ends up more in the dark than before, while Sandie's blind date is more of a success than Jackie thinks it ought to be.
Alan's chance of buying Whiteley's Farm could depend on voices from beyond the grave - while Amos is happier with serving spirits than hearing them.
Jackie puts a stop to Alan's plans, but can he persuade Joe, Matt and Henry to put their money where their mouth is.
A night out for Dolly and Sandie leaves Sam holding the baby - and nursing a grudge.
Nick is confident of getting off lightly at court - but he's in for two surprises today when an old friend walks back into his life.
It's the day of the auction of Whiteley's Farm, and all Jackie's hopes rest on Joe. Has he got the nerve to beat Alan to the spoils?
Nick decides it's high time he left home - but Caroline is more worried about the presence of Clare.
Denis sets Alan the task of getting the Sugdens off their farm.
A new man in Sandie's life opens up prospects of an exciting future - but it looks like the woman in Nick's life is harbouring a secret from her past.
A stranger visits Beckindale determined to find out about Sandie. Who is she - and why has she come?
The big race day in Beckindale, all Jackie's money is riding on Seth's dog. The trouble is, Seth hasn't got the dog anymore!
Joe and Kate have one last chance to persuade Donald to make their dreams come true by marrying them in church, while Clare helps Nick fulfill a dream of his own.
Joe and Kate are not the only ones with wedding plans. Both Alan and Nick are dreaming of walking their loved ones down the aisle - but they haven't got round to telling them yet.
Alan discovers that all he has to do to win Caroline's heart is look like Robert Redford or Clint Eastwood - while Joe finds himself face to face with a man who's already won Kate's heart - and lost it.
Kate finds herself under threat on two fronts. One man wants to stop her wedding, while another wants to stop her election. Clare, meanwhile, falls in love - and hopes Nick will approve.
Alan's new image doesn't get him very far with either the voters or Caroline, while Kate tries to reassure Joe that her ex-husband won't stop their wedding.
Surprise visitors for both Annie and Sandie - but while Sandie's visitor turns her life upside down, Annie is determined that her unwelcome guest won't do the same to Emmerdale Farm.
Kate is at the church, with no sign of Joe but ex-husband David watching and waiting - and another unexpected guest finds himself with a key role. Nick, meanwhile, discovers why Clare isn't keen to marry him.
Jack has to explain why's he back in Beckindale without Marian but with another old girlfriend for company, while Sandie is offered the chance of a lifetime to leave the village with boyfriend Tony.
Jack is seeing too much of his old flame, Sarah, for Henry's liking. Meanwhile, Nick decides that if he can't marry Clare, she's got to go.
Jackie's illness isn't flu - but the diagnosis could mean tragedy. Meanwhile, Alan is reminded how dangerous it can be to make Jack angry.
Jackie and Kathy's dreams are shattered, while for Amos a whole new universe seems to be opening up - until Eric spies the chance of easy money.
Joe and Kate return from honeymoon and walk into a spectacular argument, while Jack and Jackie both make spur-of-the-moment decisions about their futures.
Amos sets out on a spot of stargazing, while Bill has other heavenly bodies in his sights. Amos decides that two would be company in Caroline's cottage, but with Archie around, three's definitely a crowd.
This could be Alan's big moment - getting rid of Archie and beating Kate in the council election but Caroline makes sure that any success he has will taste far from sweet.
Alan has to find somewhere new to live. Matt's found Dolly somewhere, but she's not happy about it and while Mark wants to bring a stray to Emmerdale Farm, Kate worries that Rachel is using the farm as more of a hotel than a home.
Sandie sets off for a new life, while Kathy worries that the new life Jackie has in mind might not be such a good idea.
Alan stands up to Denis for the first - and the last time - and it looks like ruining Kathy's plan to get Jackie back into farming, as well as Alan's own prospects of wooing Caroline.
Kathy has a surprise for Jackie, but Jackie has one for her too. Caroline and Alan, meanwhile, are both convinced their friendship is over...but, oh, how wrong can you be?
Changing times force Donald to lock the church at night, but ends up on the wrong side of the door!
A night of passion should have brought Alan and Caroline together, but it seems to be driving them further and further apart.
Eric takes a keen interest in Dolly and it looks like there's more on his mind than friendly advice.
Seth sets a trap to catch a poacher - is Alan fly enough to escape?
When "champion" steaks are on the menu in Beckindale, Alan wonders what's happened to his missing horse. Meanwhile, Kathy starts her new job, amid mounting problems for her and Jackie.
Dolly's friendship with Ted Sharp causes a few raised eyebrows at Emmerdale Farm, while Kathy turns to her friends to try and resolve her problems with Jackie.
Caroline is determined to enjoy a day trip to York with Alan - he's determined to place some hot betting tips!
Annie and Henry have a surprise plan for Donald - and a riding lesson ends in a surprise for Rachel when her horse bolts.
Denis decides that the Sugdens must learn they're playing with fire by turning down his last bid to get them out. Alan, meanwhile, thinks he's being subtle about his plans for a game farm, but he can't fool Eric - or Seth.
Joe decides that expanding the farm is the best answer they could give to Denis's dirty tricks and Alan discovers that Seth is as wily a businessman as he is a gamekeeper.
Kate's journey home from market with Joe's new bull turns into a nightmare, while Jackie and Kathy decide that Archie could do with a nanny - but not the kind Archie has in mind.
Joe and Alan are both looking for Denis, but while Alan wants a favour, Joe seems to want Denis's blood. Meanwhile, the Bishop's words of sympathy for Donald hide a disturbing message for the vicar.
Dolly is disturbed by Ted's plans for the future, while Kathy's plan backfires when she asks Lynn to help her prepare for her job interview.
Annie worries what Denis will do to the farm. Lynn offers to pay for Kathy's hair treatment as an apology for messing her hair up. Denis uses Henry to try to persuade the Sugdens to give up Emmerdale. Henry tells him to go away. Caroline and Alan angrily confront Denis when they find out their plans for Home Farm have been rejected. Jackie arrives back from his work trip as Kathy anxiously waits to find out if he she has got the milk recorder job. They're both overcome with disappointment when they discover Lynn got it. Denis arrives at the farm and angrily exchanges words with Joe. As he moves to leave, Joe's bull charges at Denis and pins him to the wall, crushing him. Joe drags Denis outside and discovers he's not breathing. Eric tells Alan that he's written out a contract regarding their business plan for Home Farm that Denis needs to sign. Denis is taken away in an ambulance.
The death of Denis raises awkward questions for Joe, but around Beckindale life goes on, with a surprise for Caroline - and an awful shock for Dolly.
Dolly tries to talk her way out of trouble, while Archie and Nick find the language barrier no problem in their pursuit of l'amour.
Dolly promises Ted she'll keep his secret in return for freedom - but will Dolly's promise be enough. Seth discovers that being a company director is hard work.
Dolly won't tell anyone what happened - but when Ted tries to contact her, the pressure mounts. Meanwhile, Rachel is growing up - a bit too fast for her mum's liking.
Dolly is upset by Matt's attitude to her ordeal, while Caroline tells Alan that as she wants to see less of him, he'll have to move in with her!
Two's company, three's a crowd, they say. Henry's would certainly agree and so would Nick, who decides to take drastic action when he discovers that Alan is planning to move back in with his mother.
Henry ponders his partnership with Amos.
Dolly is under suspicion from all sides - including Matt.
Amos is determined to be involved in Henry's retirement plans, while Henry is equally determined he won't be. Alan's hunger pains force him to do a desperate deal with Seth for a diet-busting meal.
It looks like Amos and Henry have come to the end of the road, while something more than friendship is on the cards for Pete and Rachel.
Tragedy strikes Beckindale when Jackie accidentally shoots himself while trying to hunt a fox and is killed instantly.
Seth makes a horrific discovery when he finds Jackie's dead car - and his dead body.
Jack is home from Italy, looking for someone to blame for his son's tragic death, before seeking solace in the arms of an old lover.
The tragedy of Jackie's death finally overwhelms Kathy as she goes to identify his body. Meanwhile, Archie is planning a party, but so are Amos and Henry - on the same day, and in the same place.
Alan and Caroline name the day and Pete and Rachel make a date but things don't go quite the way they plan.
Two surprises for the vicar today - including a full house! Henry is off to Italy to find out the truth while at the farm, Joe and Jack start to bicker.
Amos is looking to the pleasure of his own company - but a visit to his cellar reveals a plague of unwelcome guests!
It's decision time for Jack - Italy or England? Marian or Sarah?
A dream comes true for Seth, and Henry wonders what is keeping Marian in Italy while Jack checks up on Sarah.
Rachel's eighteenth birthday party marks the end of her childhood in more ways than one, while Amos catches a different sort of rat.
While Annie is pleased to see an unexpected guest; Amos fears that Beckindale's attracting visits of a rather more alien kind!
As Kathy braces herself for the inquest into Jackie's death; Joe is alarmed to find Mark out with a gun.
Henry is miffed to discover that Annie is dancing the night away, with another man, while the rest of the village decide it's time to take the law - and Home Farm - into their own hands!
Alan is caught with his trousers down, while Amos's strange investigations take him into the unknown!
Alan discovers that three's a crowd - but he's determined not to let Caroline's mother cramp his style.
The great grain robbery of Beckindale goes off the rails - and Kate discovers her ex-husband is back for good.
Joe is determined to stop David from upsetting the apple cart.
A break-in at the fish farm spells trouble for Alan - but as usual it's Caroline who ends up taking the blame. Meanwhile, Amos and Henry resolve their differences over sausages.
As Kate realises organic farming is no picnic, Matt and Joe make a surprising discovery down at Home Farm.
While Alan finds his stay in the Bates' cottage increasingly trying, the Sugden family are aghast when Matt takes in a lodger.
Henry is ailing, and Amos is determined to steal his date, while Dolly is none too pleased to discover a young woman staying with her husband.
Alan reckons he's got rid of Caroline's mother at last - but has he gone too far?
A letter from school spells trouble for Rachel, while a letter from abroad brings Annie some surprising news about Jack and Marian.
Sparks fly as Pete chooses bonfire night to tell Rachel they've reached the end of the road, while Alan discovers that fireworks aren't the only things going up in smoke when he finds his suit on the Guy.
The moment of truth for Caroline: is it marriage to Alan or life with her ailing mother? Annie and Henry are looking forward to Jack's return, but Jack has a surprise of his own in store.
Amos, Henry and Annie anxiously wait for news of Jack and Marian. Caroline packs to return to Scarborough with Alice. Rachel bumps into Pete as she leaves for school. He offers her a lift to school but she refuses. David is worried to find out that Rachel may be involved with somebody from Kate. Jack arrives at Emmerdale and tells Henry that Marian won't be returning. He explains that he gave Marian an ultimatum, having borrowed money from his landlord and booked tickets for the day before and told her that if she didn't turn up he was returning home without her. He tells Henry he's discovered Marian, Paolo and the children are holidaying in Capri.
After seeing the conditions of sheep in a Tate truck, Matt calls out the vet which causes trouble for Chris. Elsewhere, Sarah is surprised to learn of Jack's return whilst Joe proposes he buys Jack's share of farm.
Dolly informs Matt she wants a divorce. Elsewhere, Chris puts his foot in it with Kathy. Also, Rachel is devastated to learn Lynn's pregnant.
Chris involves the police, and his father Frank, in his and Matt's feud over the sheep. Elsewhere, the villagers speculate about the new owner of Home Farm. Also, Jack and Sarah reunite.
David is furious to witness Pete and Rachel kissing and attacks Pete. Elsewhere, Matt is upset by a letter from Dolly's solicitor. Plus, the villagers learn Frank Tate is the new owner of Home Farm.
Kate and Bill are shocked to learn about Pete and Rachel's affair. Elsewhere, Frank tells Matt about a job in Norfolk. Plus, Annie is disgusted to learn Jack has a job in a chip shop.
Matt informs Dolly he might be moving to Norfolk. Elsewhere, Jack takes an immediate dislike to his bullying boss. Also, Frank and Alan clash over their differing opinions whilst Kate warns Pete off Rachel.
Jack loses it with his boss and pours a container of baked beans over his head. Elsewhere, Amos ropes Frank into helping to organise the village play. Plus, Nick attempts to blackmail Alan.
Matt departs Emmerdale Farm for a new job in Norfolk. Subsequently, Joe agrees to give working with Jack another chance. Also, Amos decides on Dracula for the new year show.
Kim and Zoe Tate gallop into Beckindale but they're soon sent on a wild goose chase by Seth and Jock. Elsewhere, Jack suggests he and Sarah get a place together.
There's bad news at Emmerdale Farm when the hens test positive for salmonella. Also, Dolly interviews for the housekeeping job at Home Farm. Plus, Kate realises she's not happy with Joe anymore.
News of Emmerdale Farm's salmonella problem spreads and they struggle to sell their birds. Elsewhere, Frank confronts Jock over the missing Christmas trees. Also, the villagers audition for roles in Dracula.
Kate's increasing time spent with David causes friction between her and Joe. Elsewhere, Jack gives Sarah's neighbour an eyeful when he collects the milk in her dressing gown.
It's Christmas Day in Beckindale but there's no let up in Joe and Kate's marital woes. Also, Jack moves back into Emmerdale Farm.
1999
Viv sends Kelly into a rage when she asks Terry to come and help re-open the Post Office. Kelly can hardly believe what her step-mum is doing with Vic barely in his grave. And Viv's ill-advised offer causes friction between Scott and Kelly too raking up guilty thoughts from Christmas Day. Laura lays her cards on the table with Zoe. She fancies Chris but Kathy is standing in her way. Zoe suggests she tries the direct approach. And Zak tells a family gathering that Lisa will go back to work and he will become a full-time house-husband looking after baby Belle.
Laura is determined to get Chris to set up and take notice of her. She's invited him round for a swish meal, and set the scene with low lights and romantic music. But Chris doesn't get the game and leaves his host deflated when all he wants to talk about is Kim's impending trial. Then to rub salt into Laura's dented ego he casually informs her that he's taking Kathy to the pictures later that evening. Terry gets a real earful from Kelly and decides to turn down Viv's offer to move in at the Post Office. And Scott tells Kelly to lay-off his mother after everything she's been through.
Life is a big gamble - especially if you're called Zak Dingle. For unknown to Lisa he takes his new-born on an important errand to Hotten - to the bookies. But in the excitement of winning an all or nothing bet the dozy dad, and his son Butch set off home - without baby Belle. And there's only one sure bet in this story - if Lisa finds out he's going to be in a load of trouble. Can Zak get out of his latest scrape? Kelly tears into Sarah when she visits the Post Office to offer words of comfort to Viv. Graham throws a paddy with Rachel when he learns she visited Steve at the remand centre. And Kim is panicked when Kathy informs her she may vary her story when she takes the witness stand at the forthcoming trial.
Kim and Steve have been though so much together. But tonight they sit in the dock, very much enemies, and both facing possible prison sentences. Kim pleads not guilty to the theft of Orsino, a £300,000 thoroughbred and not guilty to obtaining money by deception from an insurance company. Steve pleads guilty to the two charges but denies he attempted to murder Kathy by driving his vehicle at her. It's only the first day but when Kathy takes the stand and reveals she did see Steve before impact, and that the vehicle was directed at her, Kim looks to have won the first round. Marlon tries to make peace with Lyn, who is temping at the vet surgery. But after he let he down at Christmas, dining with Dingles instead of with her family, she is in an unforgiving mood.
Chris has been dreaming of the day his former step mother was brought to book. He blames her for the death of his father and has worked tirelessly to help build up evidence of her involvement in the stud farm theft. But when Kim gives evidence, she maliciously touches a raw nerve. She claims he could never accept her as his father's wife and that while Chris idolised Frank as a self made man, the feeling was not mutual. She says Frank never thought Chris was up to it and in fact told her he despised him. It's too much for Chris to hand and in a fit of rage he is expelled from court. Graham opens up about his wife and explains how she committed suicide with an overdose of anti-depressants.
Seth has been running an unofficial book on Kim's changes of being acquitted. It's ranged from three-to-one at the stat of the trial to twenty-to-one following Kathy's testimony. But events tonight will send those odds tumbling. Kim appears to be sitting pretty until suddenly Kathy has second thoughts and asks to be allowed to give evidence again. Kim's counsel Derbyshire looks grim-faced as the judge agrees to her request. And she puts the cat among the pigeons when she says that contrary to her initial evidence she is concerned that her recollections of the night of the crash were placed in her mind when Kim visited her in hospital - before the police had a chance to interview her. She admits she is now unsure whether she trusts Kim. Derbyshire tries his best to rubbish this new evidence raking up Kathy's psychological problems since the crash - but it's clear the damage has been done. Kim sits ashen-faced with a look of resignation - Steve by contrast wears a wide smile.
Kim gets ready to leave the village, but not before going to Home Farm for a confrontation with Chris to get her money back. Chris offers to swap the money for James. Kim tells Chris she knows he wants her and kisses him. Kim gives a great speech about her time in Emmerdale. Chris tells her to go and she smacks him on the head with an ornament. Kim looks frantically for the money. She pulls Chris to the floor and tells him the truth about Frank's death. He tells her where the money is hidden. She unplugs the phone and puts it out of his reach, pours a glass of whisky on his face and leaves, rearranging her mystery rendezvous. Chris crawls to the front door of Home Farm as Kim and James leave in a helicopter. She calls herself Kim Tate again. The helicopter does a circuit of the village before flying off, leaving Chris unconscious in front of Home Farm.
The village gears itself up for the verdicts in the Kim and Steve trial. Steve is accused for the robbery and hit and run, while Kim just escaped having set Steve up. In the end, Steve is sentenced to 10 years. Seth and his dog Charlie make a startling discovery finding Chris's body lifeless at Home Farm. Graham is full of remorse for his angry outburst against Rachel and confesses that he loves her. He agrees once and for all that living together would be a great idea and even suggests moving his things in straight away. Graham explains that his first wife was always putting him down in front of other people and felt that Rachel was doing the same. But he now realises that he over-reacted and they have a solid future in front of them. Ned goes on a shopping errand with Sarah and bumps into old flame Dawn. She reveals that she's been widowed and the two clearly get on like a house on fire.
Scott shows little or no consideration for his mum Viv when he ups and leaves - to get his head together. With the shock of Vic's death still weighing heavily on her mind Viv needs to re-open her business. But her offer to Terry to help out is met angrily by Kelly who believes the two of them may want to rekindle their one-time affair. Graham moves in to Rachel's and immediately stamps his impression on the place. Rachel comes home to find her CD's stacked in alphabetical order and dinner cooking on the stove. Kathy approaches Stella to ask if it's possible for Chris to stay at Home Farm a little longer. Eric is apprehensive and tries to speak of her, but Stella says she'll consider the request, given the circumstances. Both Laura and Kathy are fussing round Chris while his sister Zoe has a few harsh words for him following the whole affair with Kim. Seth enjoys a parting gift from Kim.
Will receives bad news that his father has been injured in a climbing accident in Germany - and makes plans to fly out there immediately. But the Farewell bash his mates throw in The Woolpack turns into a fiasco as Will gets drunk and one by one propositions each of their girlfriends. And to compound the situation he unknowingly insults Eric, tells Biff he was mad to let Lady Tara go and says that Paddy was never the right person for Mandy. Suddenly the lads' pounce, and to a chorus of laughter from the pub, Will is carried, bodily, outside to sober up. Stella makes Biff and Kathy laugh when she extols the virtues of Eric's business acumen. Dawn asks Ned to go with her to Ibiza, where she's bought a bar. When he breaks the news to the Sugdens, they're delighted. But Ned says he has no money, so won't be going. Chris patches things up with Zoe and Graham continues to amaze Rachel with his cooking and cleaning.
Employment problems dominate the lives of the villagers. Lisa wants to take on Roy at the garage but when she suggest it must be above board - National Insurance and all - Zak nearly has kittens about it. Chris is joined by Kathy and Laura, for the grand opening of the new Tate Haulage company, only to discover that they lead vehicle in the convoy has had its petrol tank spiked with sugar and Tricia gets the wrong end of the stick when Alan tells her he wants to employ a bar manager. She believes the job's hers and wastes no time telling an incredulous Mandy. But there's disappointment for both girls when Alan says he's going to advertise. Will takes an early morning taxi to the airport while the rest of the lads sleep off their hangovers. Terry is the only one up and about. He wishes him well and gives him and video of his rugby trial as a memento. Ned is moping around having decided not to go to Ibiza with Dawn.
The day has finally arrived when devious Eric can realise the worth of the Steiff teddy bear he swindled from Ned. Ned's far from a happy man having had an earful from Sarah the night before about his over-extended stay at the farm - and the loss of Dawn who flies out to Ibiza later that day. He's collected his things together to leave the farm but can't find the bear that belonged to his dead daughter Linda. He sets off to try and find it and a series of clues lead him to Eric and the auction. Bidding for the bear reaches £13,000 just as Ned enters the auction room. Eric is helpless to argue over the destiny of the money with Stella at his side - and Ned takes the cash with glee. Now he has the money to go to Ibiza with Dawn, but with time running out it will take a miracle for him to catch the flight. Roy and Biff try their best to get him there.
Mandy and Tricia have been at each other's throats since Alan announced he's looking for a new bar manager. But when Betty instigates a role playing exercise for the two girls, the whole situation turn to farce. Later Mandy and Tricia continue to make snide comments to each other until Tricia takes it one step too far. Mandy drags her outside and the two girls roll around fighting, egged on by some of the pub regulars. But Alan's not far behind - and he's far from happy. He is furious, and says he has never seen anything like it in his entire life. He threatens them both with the sack of they do not get back in the pub right now. Life at the Windsors gets no better. Terry has agreed to help out while Scott is away, but Kelly convinced her stepmother is trying to start up their affair again. Zak takes to begging but is spotted by Sarah. Feeling sorry for the Dingles she calls on Lisa and gives her a box of blankets and food. Lisa is puzzled but accepts them not knowing the background.
Mandy and Tricia are crestfallen when Alan announces neither of them will be the new manger - he's hiring Bernice. Zoe meets up with Denise again and invites her back home for the night. Laura upsets one of the haulage firm drivers who immediately quits. But when the driver comes back to officially hand in his notice, Kathy follows him out and persuades him to stay. Chris is delighted much to Laura's annoyance. Scott arrives home and tells Kelly secretly, it's because of her. She says she wants to put the illicit Christmas kiss behind them and never speak of it again. Scott agrees, but there is clearly something between them. And Sarah tells Butch of Zak's begging. He's horrified and tracks his dad down in Hotten to give him a roasting. Zak's had a good day with Belle, playing on the sympathy of passing shoppers. He's made £15, but Butch forces him to hand it over to a real beggar. Later Zak begs Butch not to tell Lisa - or he'll be in for it.
Zoe feels a complete failure after her date tells her it was just a one-night stand. She turns to Chris for comfort and meets him for a drink at The Woolpack. But after one too many she leaves him deeply embarrassed by revealing hidden desires for Kathy - In front of her. Bernice makes a grand entrance tot the pub and immediately puts the girls' backs up. Mandy is reproached for being late and Tricia finds herself moved into a smaller bedroom to accommodate the new bar manager. Kelly is desperate for someone to talk to about her father's death and turns to Roy. Kelly comes on strong to him, but Roy says he's loved her for so long they should wait before taking their relationship any further. Kelly is moved by his words and kisses him. Zak spots some copper wire on a building site and decides to steal it. But when a security guard looms, Belle whimpers and Zak is able to get away undetected with his booty. He reckons his daughter has all the hallmarks of a true Dingle.
The Vets practice is in turmoil when Zoe fails to turn up, nursing a giant hangover. Paddy is trying to hold things together but when Jack phones to say he's an emergency on his hands, he finds himself stretched. He tells Lyn to get out there with the equipment. The sheep is getting worse and Lyn has seen Paddy do the procedure before. So she decides to administer the injection. She's just finished as Jack walks into the barn. Seconds later the sheep dies leaving Jack consumed with rage. Kathy tackles Chris about Zoe's drunken revelation but tells him there's no way they will get back together. Later Chris reveals this to Laura and is shocked by he reaction. Roy turned down the chance to sleep with Kelly and is deeply upset when she tells him how right he was not to take advantage of her. They're great mates and that's the way they should stay. And for the first time in weeks Mandy and Tricia appear to be united again. They now have a common enemy, their overbearing boss Bernice.
Zoe appears to have lost her sense of judgement following the episode with Kim. She fires poor Lyn, who receives a second blow when she receives her mock A' level results. Then she clumsily tries to smooth things over with Jack causing another furious row, and the irate farmer to withdraw his business from her. Even partner Paddy can't seem to get through - although at least Jack will allow him a few words. Kelly asks Roy to teach her to drive - much to Scott's annoyance. And Kathy ponders reconciliation with Chris. In a phone conversation he admits he does love her, but she begs for a little more time to consider her own feelings. Meanwhile, Laura waits in the wings, unaware that Chris is playing the odds.
Kathy leaves Chris heartbroken when she says they cannot get back together again. But Zoe gives him pause for thought when she says that the fact it took Kathy three days to make up her mind means she's not sure. Zoe staggers Paddy by saying they'll give Jack £1000 compensation. Paddy reckons this will be construed as bribery by a man of principles, such as Jack. Zoe is immovable. Mandy and Tricia have a laugh at Bernice's expense. They reckon her boyfriend Gavin, an oil rig worker, must be made to put up with her. Roy gives Kelly a driving lesson that ends in disaster, as she gets the car stuck in mud. Both end up covered in the stuff and in fits of giggles. Kelly tells Roy to come back to her place to clean off as there's no hot water at his cottage. But when Scott comes in an sees them both he gets totally the wrong end of the stick. And Marlon's plan to woo back Lyn misfires after he gets her a job at the diner. She gives him a peck on the cheek for his thoughtfulness.
Chris proves he can be just as manipulative in love as he can in business. He's still working on getting back with Kathy and visits Alice's birthday party to make his latest play. He tells Kathy that he's got a date with Laura, a move calculated to make her jealous. When he arrives for a drink with Laura he says it's her he really wants to be with. He hadn't realised how strong his feelings for her were. The couple fall into an embrace. Paddy smoothes things over with Jack unawares that Zoe plans to visit him later that day to offer him the compensation money. When she makes her offer Jack goes ballistic and accuses her of trying to bribe him. Stella moves into Home Farm with Eric fawning round her. But he's soon put in his place when she invites Seth and Butch in for a spot of dinner.
Lyn has Marlon wrapped around her little finger. She knows he's desperate to get back with her and sets him some tasks to prove he really does care for her. First she tells him to phone into work sick, then order him to sit out in the freezing cold until she tells him he can leave. And having passed that test, she then says he'll have to dye Eric's moustache pink. Poor Marlon hardly knows where to turn. Kathy tells Biff that she isn't bothered by Chris' relationship with Laura; meanwhile, Laura persuades Chris to make holiday plans with her. Stella upsets Eric when she invites the village to a getting-to-know-you party. He'd envisaged a more up-market gathering. Viv is also unhappy, as Stella had invited her to what she thought was an exclusive party. Roy is late for his driving lesson with Kelly, so Scott nips in first. But after scaring her with his high-speed driving, she's less than impressed.
Scott is determined to get Kelly to admit she is attracted to him. And he's equally determined to nip any possible chance of a relationship between his step-sister and Roy in the bud. Kelly is desperately resisting him, but the strain is beginning to cause he sleepless nights. Will he ever drop the subject? Marlon astounds Lyn, and causes much mirth in the village by sneaking into Eric's bedroom and dabbing his moustache with cochineal. Poor Eric doesn't realise and tries to conduct a serious business meeting with an upmarket client. When he realises what's happened he goes mad - but nobody knows, apart from Lyn and Tricia that Marlon was behind it. But Lyn has one final task for Marlon, which he is definitely not going to like. She tells him he must do a Full Monty at the bash being thrown by Stella at Home Farm. It's not Eric's day.
Stella's party at Home Farm turns into a riotous romp as Marlon carries out Lyn's orders and does a 'Full Monty'. Scott and Kelly find themselves alone in the bedroom that once belonged to Kim. After their Christmas kiss will the stepbrother and sister be able to keep their hands to themselves? Eric is appalled that the whole village has been invited to the party and cooks up a devious plan to show Stella the error of her ways - and how much she needs him. Lyn realises Marlon - down to his underpants and vest - really would do anything for her and as the revellers cheer the couple embrace.
Eric's little plan - to damage Stella's car and blame the rowdy villagers - worked a treat. She tells him she wants him as her estate manager. Chris needs a service contract for his haulage business. Stella suggests he use Lisa. But when Laura arrives at her workshop, she discovers Lisa's business is not registered. Laura offers her help with paperwork and Lisa decides to go legitimate. Zak will not be pleased - neither will be too happy when he discovers Lisa intends to have a baby Belle christened in church, rather than go through the usual Dingle naming ceremony. And Kelly turns on all her womanly charms to seduce Roy after one of their driving lessons. Could this be to mask her hidden feelings for her stepbrother Scott?
Mandy and Tricia have had enough of bullying Bernice and decide to take a peek in her room to find the little book she keeps writing notes in. They find the book under the mattress and are in hysterics at its contents - a fully mapped-out life-plan. But the smiles are wiped from their faces when Bernice returns early. Scott is beside himself when he discovers Kelly spent he nigh with Roy. He talks to both of them individually trying t find out what happened. Eric signs on the dotted line and immediately exercises his new authority as estate manger by sacking Seth. And Lisa remains on a collision course with Zak over her desires to make her business legitimate and have Belle properly christened.
There's a real Dingle-wrangle in the offering when Zak finds out Lisa's gone against his wishes and booked a christening for Baby Belle. He wants a traditional naming ceremony and has invited Dingles from all over the country. What would they think if he breaks with tradition? Zak takes the bull by the horns and cancels Lisa's plans. But when she finds out she storms out and tells Ashley, the ceremony will go ahead. Home Farm estate manager, Eric, has some quick thinking to do when Stella confronts him with Chris's revelation that he paid £1 million over the odds for Home Farm. Donna returns to school causing anxious moments for Andy and the Sugdens. Kelly stuns Viv with an apology for the way she behaved towards her after Vic's death. It's clear her relationship with Roy is having a marked effect. And Bernice winces when Tricia casually makes mention of 'plans' in a loud conversation with Mandy. She quickly realises the girls saw her 'life-plan' when she caught them in her room.
Bernice takes the girls by surprise and calls a team meeting. And both Mandy and Tricia are left shame faced when she tells them of the heartbreak of a broken marriage and how her hopes of happiness were wrecked. She says they are both young and carefree, why mock her plans? Zak has conceded to Lisa in the battle over the christening. But when she discusses godparents, Zak jumps the gun again. They ask Mandy to be godmother and Zak assumes Butch will be godfather - which provokes a withering look between Lisa and Mandy. Later Lisa confesses to Mandy that she really wants Paddy to do the job. Marlon nearly chokes on his pint when loves-young-dream Roy admits he's got something important to say to Kelly. Meanwhile, Scott is aghast when Mandy tells him Kelly has admitted she's in love with Roy. And Viv takes decisive action over Donna and school.
Roy takes Kelly to a night club with the bonus Lisa paid him. But he's got much more than dancing and drinking on his mind. Chris give Laura a shock when he reveals he's leaving Home Farm, and invites her to his new home - the cottage once owned by Kim and Steve. Seth gets a real boost when Stella turns up with a peace offering. But later he's crestfallen when Betty tells him she's found him a new job! Zak flies off the handle when Lisa tells him she's spoken to Butch and he's happy to stand down as a godparent to Belle. Paddy has agreed to do the job. It's the last straw and Zak and Butch race off to make phone calls to stop the Dingle clan coming, but he's too late. The sound of an ice-cream van fills the air as cousins Ezra, Gwen and their children arrive. They've mistaken the date on the invitation. Viv sinks to her lowest when she calls the social services and asks to speak to the caseworker responsible for Andy.
Zak finds himself in a real dilemma when his cousins make plans to profit from baby Belle's christening. Viv twists the knife still further into the Sugdens and Andy when she gives her version of events to social workers. She determined to get Andy removed from school. The Sugdens are appalled when they learn what's happening. Kelly tells Roy he's jumping to the gun with his proposal and Mandy is less than impressed when she is let in on the secret. Paddy carries out his duty as godparent to baby Belle but is fearful what might happen at the post christening party. Once the Dingles get drunk they'll surely want to kill him and Scott makes eyes at Tricia but is left deeply embarrassed.
Andy, who misunderstands what they were discussing, overhears Jack and Sarah's private chat about the social workers. And instead of going to school the youngster jumps on a bus and heads off to the city. Graham raises the alarm and after a fruitless search of the village, Jack is forced to involve the police. Lisa is left distraught and furious when Ashley informs her, the collection for the church roof vanished during the christening service. Zak gets it in the neck from his wife but tells her, while he was not involved, as a Dingle he was duty-bound to keep his mouth shut. Not surprisingly he's condemned to a night on the sofa. Rival haulage firm boss Sean Reynolds calls on Tate Haulage under the guise of a prospective client. While Laura's back is turned he flicks through some papers and leaves. When a deal falls though Chris and Laura realise they have been conned. Scott is less than impressed when Kelly tells him of Roy's proposal - and that she is seriously considering it.
The Sugdens are living on their nerves, as a full-scale search is underway to find Andy. Donna, who blames herself partly for Andy running away, secretly conducts her own search. She is certain she knows where he is. Andy has been slumming it in a derelict flat that belonged to his grandmother. Donna finds Andy and with some gentle coaxing persuades him to come home to the relief of everyone concerned. Zak decides to go back to his old ways and outlines a plan to Butch that will bring in a stack of cash. The only hitch is that it will involve Home Farm, which leaves Butch fearing for his job. Lisa gets a huge tax bill for arrears and unsympathetic Zak tells her that's the cost of her going legitimate. Chris and Laura believe the mystery caller must have been working for their rivals Reynolds Haulage, so Chris decides to pay them a visit.
Zak has masterminded a brilliant Dingle plan to bring in revenue - and get Lisa off his back. With Stella and Eric away he has persuaded a mate to bring a coach load of American tourists to Home Farm. Posing as tour guides, Zak and Butch tell the tourists they are at Bostwick Manor, a part of the 'Hidden Dales Experience', and relieve them of their cash as entrance fee. But when the tourists insist they were promised an audience with the Lady of the Manor - it looks like the well-rehearsed scam will come off track. Mandy comes to save the day... but at a price. A social worker assesses Andy's case, visiting both the Sugdens and the Windsors. Viv's seething when she discovers Donna's on Andy's side, promising her daughter to seek revenge on the young boy. Marlon teases Biff about his true feelings for Kathy. But with an embarrassed look, Biff tries to deny it all.
Andy is overjoyed when the social workers decide he can stay with the Sugdens. But there's one even bigger surprise for the troubled lad when Jack and Sarah announce they want to formally adopt him. As the family celebrates later at Kathy's Diner, the occasion is overshadowed by Viv's sudden arrival. But as she launches into another vicious verbal attack, she is stopped in full flight by the revelation from her own daughter Donna that she knew Billy was in the village at the time of Vic's death. Bernice puts Tricia's nose out of joint when she hijacks Paddy's invite to the Vets Ball. Zak presents Lisa with money form the tourist scam to cover that taken from the church at Belle's christening. And Jack and Zoe clash again over the business of the dead sheep. Scott and Tricia's relationship comes to a crunch when he still can't perform and blames her. And Roy continues to pest Kelly into marrying him, but she isn't ready.
Chris revels in his business dealings, which he believes will be the start of the end for rivals, Reynolds Haulage. He's undercut them to win back a two-year deal from a big company. But Laura questions Chris's actions saying their first bid was at a rock-bottom price. Chris tells her he's prepared to lose money to get his way. It's the morning after Donna's revelation that she too knew Billy Hopwood was in the village before her father died. She's up early to avoid her mum, but when Viv appears she's calmness personified. She announces they are all going to the fair, as a family and that now is the time to move on and forget the past. Roy tells Scott that Kelly has told him to ask her again in a year about marriage.
Poor Mandy is left at the pub like Cinderella while Tricia and Bernice swan off to the Vets Ball with Paddy and overbearing Daniel. But Zoe appears like a fairy godmother at the last minute to wish Mandy to the ball and try to bring her together with Paddy again. When she arrives at the do she overhears one of Paddy's clients remarking what a change his partner makes from the person he brought last year. Mandy, flushed with tears, storms out, but in her haste leaves a tell tale sign that she's been there. As Paddy leaves he realises Mandy must have been there and goes in search of her with something very special to say. Marlon's birthday bash ends in tears when sulky Scott reveals that he has slept with Lyn and is forced to beat a hasty retreat when the birthday boy attacks him. Lyn is full of remorse after all Marlon has done to win her back, but he is adamant they are finished.
Kelly and Mandy are astonished when they realise both accepted proposals of marriage the previous evening. Both realise independently the path to true happiness will not be smooth. Mandy will somehow have to get Butch to end their sham of a marriage, and Kelly knows she will have Scott to contend with once he hears the news. Zoe is delighted when Paddy confides what happened and there is even better news when their efforts at the Vets Ball appear to have brought back some disaffected clients to their business. Chris is certain Sean Reynolds was behind the break in an tells the police so. But without evidence they say there is little they can do except have a word with him. Chris and Laura are shocked when Sean turns up at their yard to 'express his upset' at what's happened.
Ashley is a wanted man - at least as far as Mandy and Kelly are concerned. First Mandy tells him she wants to end her marriage to Butch, then Kelly arrives to fix a date for her wedding to Roy. Chris goes off at the deep end in trying to exact revenge on Sean . He turns up unannounced at Reynolds Haulage and when Sean finds him he's coolly looking through files in his office. Sean calls the police and Chris insists they take him in for questioning. At least that way he'll be allowed to tell the full story and his suspicions. But Chris is in for a nasty surprise. On Ashley's advice Mandy has got a marriage annulment form for Butch to sign. But just when it looks like she's convinced him this the right thing to do he suddenly realises what she's got planned. He will not sign the form to help her get back with Paddy - end of story! Viv takes the Windsor clan to The Woolpack to celebrate Kelly's engagement to Roy and Chris takes on Terry to be a security officer at his firm.
Chris decides to play Sean at his own dirty game, and ropes in Terry for a it of an industrial espionage. Posing as a prospective customer, Terry steals a number of computer discs, while Sean's back is turned. And Chris is overjoyed to learn that Reynolds Haulage is experiencing serious financial difficulties. Mandy and Lisa find Butch a tough nut to crack when it comes to signing the marriage annulment form and there are sparks when Butch guesses Mandy's real motives and informs Zak. When Mandy returns home Zak uses unorthodox mans to make her see sense. Rachel holds and impromptu girls party, little realising what a revealing night it might be. The party is in full swing when Stella suddenly reveals the mystery behind her millions. Scott tries to persuade Kelly not to marry Roy.
Mandy wakes up to find that she is a prisoner in her own home. And even her pleas to Butch fall on deaf ears. In a fit of anger, Mandy changes tact and attacks him, brandishing him a coward, who will never find love if he can't decide for himself what is right. Her outburst touches a nerve and Butch goes off in search of Ashley for advice. The mild mannered vicar finds it hard to comprehend Zak's actions and on his advice Butch finally releases the prisoner from her room. But will he now release her from their marriage? Tempers flare when Graham tears into Rachel about the party. And he erupts in fury when she ignores him, toppling over a CD rack. Scott plans a secret egagement party for Kelly and Roy. But his invites to Marlon and Biff immediately has them questioning his motives. And Eric is left a laughing stock when he realises everyone, except him, knows where Stella's wealth has come from.
Angie steps into the ring with Sean and Chris to try and bring some sense to the battle between their companies. But her visit to Chris is in vain when he says there is no chance of an agreement. Later, Laura goes to Sean to see if he is any more willing to try and find some way of resolving the dispute. But she is taken aback when, he steers the conversation away from business and focuses on her. Emotions run high when Paddy visits the Dingles to patch up the rift in the family. But his role as peacemaker hits a snag in the shape of Zak. Kelly and Roy are treated to a surprise engagement party. But while Roy basks in the attention, Kelly realises that Scott has used the occasion to try to destroy her relationship. Biff has an ulterior motive when he takes Kathy shopping - he wants to tell her how strong his feelings are for her. But, as he summons up the courage, the moment is broken when they bump into Graham and Rachel.
Chris faces some important decisions over the survival of Tate Haulage. The devious businessman informs his clients that he will undercut any offer made by Reynolds Haulage. On hearing this news, Sean bites the bullet and approaches Chris to suggest a partnership, but his efforts are futile. In this tit for tat war Sean soon hits back when he puts in a deliberately low figure for a contract, forcing him to undercut still further and operate at a loss. They agree to merge and bury the hatchet - a 50-50 split at Sean's yard, but keeping the name Tate Haulage. Rachel arrives home to find Graham has packed away her clothes to give to charity. He says he's going to buy her a new wardrobe, but she is not amused. Graham is furious and rushes outside to his car followed closely by Rachel. But when he sets off at speed she wishes she had left him alone when he nearly kills them both. She later tells him it's best if he moved out. Scott charms his way to an interview at a computer firm.
Paddy is a troubled man. The genial vet has managed to repair his relationship with Mandy, but his happiness has been short lived after learning of his mother's illness. He decides to visit his mother and build bridges, but is shocked to lean how serious her condition is. When Mrs Kirk asks Paddy if he has found himself a nice new girl, tension soon fills the air. Paddy says he is back with Mandy and they are planning to marry. But when Mrs Kirk warns him that he is making a mistake, Paddy replies that the mistake was coming to see her. Rachel confides to Kathy that she is having problems in her relationship with Graham - it is almost as if he cares too much for her. And she is in for a shock when Graham tells her that he has put his house up for sale to prove he loves her.
The course of true love has taken a detour for Biff and even Marlon's attempts to persuade him to admit his feeling for Kathy have hit a wall. Marlon changes tact and approaches Kathy about Biff's recent change of mood. On his advice Kathy tackles Biff and asks him what's wrong. And in a moment of honesty Biff reveals his true feelings, much to her surprise. But when he kisses her passionately, his joy soon turns to heartbreak. Rachel gets a huge surprise when she walks in to her living room to find Stella has set up a makeshift hair dressing salon. Graham reveals that he has organised the makeover of her dreams. But Rachel is not so sure. The transformation leaves Graham awe struck, but when Rachel finds a picture of his first wife she is disturbed to find that she has become her spitting image. Smug Scott tries to impress Kelly with his new job.
Biff rues the day he revealed his feeling for Kathy. He ties to talk to her but gets the cold shoulder. And when Pete arrives to ask her out to dinner, poor Biff is left feeling defeated. But Kathy and Pete's night out does not go to plan. And Pete realises that their date is about to come to an abrupt end. Is there hope for Biff after all? Paddy receives a phone call from his mother begging him to talk to her. But the genial vet's temper has been stretched too far. He is convinced his mother is playing games in an attempt to repair their relationship. But when they later meet his anger at her turns to concern at the news she gives him. Rachel is finding it difficult to understand why Graham has transformed her into the spitting image of his first wife. And her temper flares when she discovers he's given her television away to a charity shop without her permission.
Biff and Kathy decide to keep their relationship quiet, but it's not long before tongues around the village start to way. A comment from Alice alerts Marlon and Betty to the news. And after giving Biff a grilling, the pair promise to be secrete. But the pressure of keeping a secret is too much for Betty, who tells Rachel and Bernice, much to Biff's annoyance. Graham persuades Rachel to stay at home and look after an ill Joseph. But when the school calls to ask her to come in Rachel asks Betty to baby-sit. Graham tackles Rachel about leaving Joseph, and when she tells him she is taking an aerobics class that night, he decides to his point by taking Joseph to the class to force her to come home. Paddy is reeling from the news of how serious his mother's condition is. When Mandy arrives at the vet's to find out where he spent the night, she is stunned to discover that he was with his mother.
Mandy suggests to Paddy that they should put their relationship on hold, so that he can help his mother through her illness. Paddy refuses, but it is clear that the pair are troubled by the situation. Mandy turns to Terry and Viv for advice, which Paddy will not like. Chris is delighted to discover that Pete's relationship with Kathy is over. But Kathy reveals she is seeing Biff and Chris is crestfallen. But when he later accuses Biff of only being after her money it's a comment he may live to regret. On returning to Tate Haulage, Laura says he can find another lackey, she's going back to her old job. Graham and Rachel invite Biff and Kathy for dinner. And there is a surprise in store when Graham reveals he is being promoted. But Rachel's blood starts to boil when Graham suggests they can now start to think about a family. Zoe's attempt to introduce herself to Frankie ends in disaster when Sean dominates their night out.
Graham is doing everything he can to persuade Rachel to quit her job and become a full-time housewife. Even when she insists she wants to continue, he keeps up the pressure by suggesting to the headmistress Miss Strickland that Rachel is unhappy and thinking of leaving. But Rachel is absolutely furious when she finds out and lays-into Graham for trying to control her life. Mrs Kirk is delighted when Paddy tells her that he and Mandy have decided to split to spare her any distress. But his conniving mother - who claims she only has a short time to live - has one more trick up her sleeve. Her dying wish is to see Paddy walk up the aisle with his ex-sweetheart Jane. Zoe has some pearls of wisdom for her lovelorn brother Chris. If he is still so interested in Kathy he must do something about it.
The game is almost up for Paddy's conniving mother. She's had her son in a spin since she revealed that she only had a short time to live. Already she's caused Mandy and Paddy to split again and even suggested as a dying wish that Paddy might marry his childhood sweetheart Jane - just to make her happy. Paddy tells Mandy his mother's wish and while he has no intentions of carrying it through, Mandy decides it's about time she had a little word with Mrs Kirk herself. But after finding her home empty the trail leads to a health centre where Mrs Kirk is caught - working out on a fitness machine! Rachel and Graham get the hard word from headmistress Miss Strickland for wasting her time. Graham reluctantly admits he gave her the wrong impression about Rachel wanting to leave. Later Graham interrupts an illicit meeting by the school gates and as people rush away, he finds a packet of cannabis resin on the floor.
Mrs Kirk is about to meet her Waterloo when Mandy puts Paddy in the picture about her dealings. And after putting their heads together they decide on the perfect plan to show Mrs Kirk that her game is up. In hilarious scenes Paddy goes to her home and as he stands at her bedside first Mandy enters the room - closely followed by the whole Dingle tribe. They've decided because she's so ill they're going to take it in turn to nurse her. Suddenly Mrs Kirk leaps from the bed and immediately realises she's been rumbled. And she's not the only one heading for a fall. Devious Graham plants the cannabis resin in Rachel's jacket and then invites her to come along to the presentation Angie Reynolds is telling the kids about the dangers of taking drugs. And when she demonstrates how the sniffer dog works - poor Rachel is left reeling with embarrassment as the dog heads straight for her. Rachel is lead away for questioning as Graham weakly protests her innocence.
There's a shock in store for Kathy when Chris takes her out to dinner to the hotel where they spent their wedding night - convinced that he can destroy her relationship with Biff. Over a meal Chris turns on the charm and he is delighted to learn that Kathy misses their moments of intimacy. However, Chris' plan to engineer a night together turns sour. Zoe's birthday party is as successful as her brother's night out. Her attempts to learn more about Frankie are hit for six when Sean informs her that she has had to stay behind and work. Worse still, when Frankie does arrive, it's with her partner Maggie! Rachel is finding it difficult coming to terms with her arrest, but agrees to go to The Woolpack with Graham. The atmosphere turns frosty when Angie walks into the pub and Graham loses his temper. But the argument comes to an abrupt end when furious landlord Alan suddenly collapses clutching his chest.
Chris's plan to destroy Kathy and Biff's relationship failed miserably - but even he can't imagine the fallout to follow. Biff tackles Kathy and demands to know what happened and when she fails to satisfy his curiosity, he visits Chris for some answers. In a heated confrontation, Chris admits that they had discussed Biff's prowess - and is rewarded with a smack across the face. Chris' relishing over tormenting Biff is cut short when Laura tells him that their relationship is over. Rachel's suspension over the drug allegations is sending her crazy - and she's even more distraught when Graham arrives and says that Miss Strickland intends to make an example of her. His suggestion to move away from the village leaves her speechless. Viv calls a family meeting and reveals that Vic's insurance money has come through. But Scott is annoyed that Viv plans to give Roy and Kelly money for the deposit on a house, while his share is to be invested in a trust fund.
Emotions run high when Biff questions Kathy about discussing their sex life with Chris. Kathy criticises Biff for believing Chris's version of events, but fails to appease him. Kathy confronts Chris and warns him to stay out of her life as they will never get back together again. Graham is furious when he catches Rachel looking at photographs of his first wife. While Eric's questioning troubles Graham when he suggests that whoever planted the drugs, is deliberately trying to make life difficult for Rachel. Cunning Scott persuades Viv to invest some of Vic's insurance money in a new venture - his own computer business.
Tricia reckons her bar manager Bernice is a measure short of a pint. She's convinced Bernice's boyfriend Gavin is a figment of her imagination. But when her bedroom door is opened by mistake in the middle of the night - she very quickly changes her tune. Ashley is concerned when Kelly arrives to discuss her wedding without Roy. Later Scott tries to convince her she's making a mistake. Rachel worriedly ponders Graham's suggestion that they should move away from village. And her concerns about her overpowering boyfriend are further heightened when Eric gives his opinions.
Lyn cringes with embarrassment when Gavin introduces himself. For in earshot of him, she'd just spent the last few minutes telling people he didn't really exist. Graham talks Rachel out of phoning Miss Strickland and convinces her it would be better if he talked to the headmistress himself about the suspension. In typical fashion, he has his own agenda and reports that he is resigning to start a new life with Rachel away from Emmerdale. Chris offers Roy and Kelly a honeymoon in Paris, but has his offer thrown back at him. And Viv's quest to find a shop assistant is successful when a mysterious girl named Emily arrives for an interview.
Rachel discovers the truth that Graham's been applying for new jobs away from the village. At home her suspicions are confirmed when she discovers a pile of application forms hidden in a drawer. Unaware Graham has gone to Eric's antique shop asking to look at engagement rings. When he arrives home, Rachel calmly asks if he has any plans she would like to share. Stella tells Eric to employ Tate Haulage to transport her valuable antiques. But Chris is less than happy to see the man who took Home Farm away from him. Scott is furious to learn that Roy and Kelly will be moving to the Windsor household once they are married. Later, witnessed by Roy, Scott's ego takes a real knock when he's blown-out by a new girlfriend. But he hits back by revealing a dark secret, which threatens to tear Roy's world apart.
Rachel's relationship with Graham has been an emotional rollercoaster. Since they started living together he's slowly, but surely, started to control every aspect of her life. And on the occasions she's tried to fight back, he's flown into terrible rages, storming out of the house to cool down. He's redesigned her home and her image, but she's stuck by him, because deep down she believes he's the man for her. Rachel sets her mind on telling Graham it's all over during a picnic at the local beauty spot called Burview Crag. Graham as ever turn the tables and produces an engagement ring and before Rachel knows what is happening she's putty in his hands again. But when Graham starts talking about a wedding in the South, Rachel rounds on him saying she's no intention of moving away. Meanwhile Gavin works his charms on smitten Tricia while Bernice butters-up infirm Alan at the hospital. Meanwhile, Seth is left in charge of the pub - pints all round, on the house!
Graham is stood at the top of the cliff at Burview Crag, shocked that he just pushed Rachel off the cliff. Graham tries to cover his tracks, leaving a message on Rachel's answer phone claiming he is waiting for her at the car. He calls Chris and Kathy by they both reckon Rachel must have got lost. Graham says that they were both racing each other through the woods and that is where she got lost. Chris says Rachel can look after herself so may be walking the 5 miles back to the village. Later, Graham approaches the police who say they can't do anything until first light. A search begins in the morning. Jack finds Rachel laying in grass at the bottom of Burview Crag, and is relieved, but when he walks up to her closely, he notices she is motionless and her body is very pale, and is devastated to find her dead. Zak consoles him but pulls Jack away from her dead body.
Graham is a haunted man and pours his heart out to Kathy. Then he turns to Ashley, but even his words of wisdom, fail to appease the devils in Graham's head. A regretful Chris tells Laura he can't remember the last time he spoke a kind word to Rachel, and laments how unfair it is that Joseph has lost her instead of him. A heartbroken Jack plans funeral arrangements, as Sarah struggles to hide her feelings of resentment after Rachel's affair with Jack. Eric is stunned to learn about Rachel's death after falling off a cliff, and in a desperate attempt to find out what happened, turns to Paddy for answers. Eric says he heard that the police think Rachel's death was an accident but he is not so sure, as he knows Rachel was planning to leave Graham. Roy faces Honeymoon hell when he is told that his holiday has been sold to someone else, and he's lost the deposit. Scott makes matters worse when he reveals he will be walking Kelly down the aisle on her wedding day.
Emotions run high on the day of Rachel's funeral. Ashley has a run in with Kathy who is consumed with anger at a friend being snatched away so prematurely. She tells him she wants to make a speech, but he begs her not to go over the top. While Kathy is speaking in church, Graham almost gives away his guilty secret. At the back of the church Eric watches with interest, growing more convinced his gut feelings about Graham are true. Chris, full of regret about his relationship with Rachel, asks Laura if they can start again, but she says it isn't the right time to talk about it. Kelly leaves the service, as it brings back memories of Vic's funeral. Scott consoles her and agrees to not ruin her relationship with Roy. Sarah is shaken by Jack's grief for Rachel and asks if he only stayed with her because of the children. Seth laments that he keeps losing his friends.
Eric is a man on a mission. The amateur sleuth is convinced that Graham is responsible for Rachel's death, and is desperate to find someone who will believe his theory. Eric reveals his thoughts to Stella but she doesn't believe him. And when he pushes it a second time her patience wears thin. Zoe tells Stella about Frankie's sacking over the broken vase - exposing Pollard's elaborate con. Mandy's shocked that Roy has turned down Chris's offer to pay for a holiday. Ned turns up unannounced, but leaves Roy seething when he says he doesn't want the wedding to go ahead. Graham does some quick thinking when Kathy says that Rachel was desperate to talk to her the day she died - and she's sure it was about him. Bernice is the bearer of bad tidings when Mandy returns from an unauthorised holiday.
Tricia loses patience with Bernice after weeks of servitude and locks her in the pub cellar. As the incident rumbles on Alan starts sacking his staff, including Bernice who insults Tricia. Betty then mocks Tricia, then saying she is not backwards at coming forwards, and she mocks him for sacking his staff, so Alan decides to sack her as well. Tempers flare when Ned warns Roy that marrying Kelly will be the biggest mistake of his life. Zoe and Stella demand Chris re-instate Frankie. Angie warns Eric that his bogus insurance claim may lead to a police investigation. And Stella puts the icing on the cake by demanding he repay the £500 he conned out of Tate Haulage. Graham is finding it increasingly difficult to come to terms with his guilt over Rachel's death. Alan reinstates Bernice and Betty at the pub. Then with the pub up in arms he makes a drastic announcement - which silences everyone. He says he is supposed to be taking it easy, so he plans to sell the pub.
It's a night of celebrations in the village as Kelly and Roy enjoy their last night of freedom. But while Kelly's evening goes without a hitch, the same cannot be said of Roy's. For the groom-to-be have reservations about the wedding. And when Marlon reveals some home truths about Kelly, it is all Roy can do to contain his anger. The hapless teenager turns to Tricia and confesses that he is not sure if he's doing the right thing in marrying Kelly. Tricia attempts to calm his pre-wedding jitters, but will she succeed? Meanwhile, Scott persuades Butch, Marlon, Biff and Richie that they will have a better night by gate crashing the hen night. But, Richie is left regretting his decision when Viv attempts to drunkenly seduce him. And Roy's evening goes form bad to worse when Ned arrives at The Woolpack with the news that he is leaving the village - he's not prepared to see his son making the biggest mistake of his life.
The big day arrives for Kelly and Roy - but their wedding is bound to be anything but smooth. For although there are no pre-wedding jitters, there are a few mattes that need resolving. Mandy tackles Kelly and asks if she is sure about marrying Roy. The bride-to-be convinces her she is making the right decision, but Mandy is shocked to learn that Roy has kept their honeymoon a secret. Mandy goes in search of Roy and warns him that unless he reveals the truth, his marriage will be doomed from the start. A sheepish Roy visits Kelly and admits that their wedding night is going to be spent at the Dingles and not abroad as she had thought. With twenty minutes to go before the wedding, Viv and Scott rush to the church with the news that there is going to be a slight delay - something which delights Ned, who has decided to attend the wedding after all. But will the unlikely couple tie the knot?
Kelly's happiness with married life is short lived. The new bride can hardly contain her disappointment at having to spend her honeymoon surrounded by Dingles. And when Zak asks the newlyweds to take Belle on a walk, Kelly breaks down and admits to Roy that she has nothing in her life to look forward to. In a desperate attempt to make his wife happy, Roy crawls back to Chris and asks him if his offer of a holiday in Paris is still on. Kathy volunteers to go with Graham to a tree planting ceremony for Rachel. But he occasion is marred when Graham flies into a rage after discovering that Miss Strickland will not be attending. Bernice and Gavin try to persuade Alan not to put The Woolpack on the market until they have secured a loan - much to Tricia's annoyance. And Sean is forced to rake up the past when Chris refuses to take on a new contract for Tate Haulage.
Loves young dreams Roy and Kelly order room service for one last time as their honeymoon in Paris nears an end. Bernice has an appointment at the hairdressers and then the bank where she hopes to secure a loan to buy The Woolpack. Tricia is secretly attempting to form a village co-operative for a rival bid. The haulage yard business is in a mess and Chris and Sean are desperate to find a way out of a loss-making deal they signed. Murderer Graham is still keeping up his façade after Rachel's death and increasingly, Kathy is taking more pity on him. His face tells a far different story to what really happened and suspicious Eric uses every opportunity to remind him of that fateful day.
Roy is staggered when he comes to sign the hotel bill for the honeymoon. Poor Chris, whose business is struggling, may regret agreeing for the couple to travel at his expense when he knows how much they've blown. Laura visits Chris and tells him there's no way out of the deal with Darrow's. She warned him at the time that the profit margin was too low and now he's stuck with it. Chris fears the business may only have a few more months before it goes under. Tricia, Zak and Seth scratch their heads to come up with a business plan to satisfy the bank, for the take-over of the pub. It could be a long meeting! Butch is determined to get Emily to go out with him and turns to Mandy for advice. Scott and Richie recce premises to open their computer business and reckon Mandy's clothes shop would be ideal.
Terry gives lovelorn Butch the benefit of his experience with women as he tries to woo Emily. But the genial Dingle is left with a heavy heart when she breaks a date at The Woolpack. Eric leaves Mandy smarting when he boots her out of the Barn for not keeping up with her rent then invites Scott Windsor and Richie to move their computer business in. Bernice is busy filling out forms for a bank loan as Tricia breezes by and tells her, mockingly, that she's wasting her time. Bernice wonders what Tricia is up to. Meanwhile, Zoe impresses Frankie when she receives an emergency phone call from the Sugdens asking for help with a cow about to calf.
Eric is determined to learn the truth behind Rachel's death. He attends Rachel's inquest and watches with interest as Graham takes the stand to give evidence. But, it is all he can do to sit still, when Graham begins to tell his 'version' of events. When the coroner records a verdict of accidental death, Eric leaves convinced that Graham has pulled the wool over everyone's eyes. And in the quest to see that justice is done, Eric turns to the one person who might be able to help - Police Sergeant Angie Reynolds, but will she believe his story? When Jack gets emotional about Rachel during his testimony, Sarah takes it as a fresh betrayal. Devious barmaid Tricia has a plan up her sleeve. She is convinced she can persuade Chris to back her bid to buy The Woolpack by using her feminine charms. Tate Haulage is close financial ruin and Chris turns to Zoe for help
Bernice charms Alan into letting her hold a 'Camelot' theme night. Tricia warns Gavin that unless he helps her to persuade Alan to let her hold her own theme night - she will tell Bernice of their afternoon of passion. Chris feels like the cat that's got the cream when Zoe tells him that she is considering investing in Tate Haulage. Eric tells Angie his suspicions about Graham's involvement in Rachel's death. Betty's efforts at matchmaking end in failure when Viv interrupts Butch and Emily's lunch date. And Biff becomes increasing frustrated by Graham's interference in his relationship with Kathy.
Chris is on cloud nine when Zoe says she will invest in Tate Haulage. But his happiness is short lived when his sister insists that Chris's ex-girlfriend Laura will be her representative on the board. Tricia and Terry's attempt to find investors to buy The Woolpack hit a major snag. Butch surprises Emily after she tells him that she can't visit his home to see his pet pigs. The love struck Dingle decides to bring a piglet to the village much to Viv's horror. Graham seems to have got away with murder. But his guilt and grief are ever present. When Kathy turns down his invitation for a night out, Graham is forced to face his demons alone.
Ye Days of Olde return to Emmerdale when Bernice holds a 'Camelot' Theme Night in The Woolpack. While she looks resplendent as Guinevere, and Gavin as a dashing Lancelot, Tricia is the laughing stock of the village when the costume her boss has ordered arrives - a court jester. Vengeful Tricia decides to get her own back and steals Bernice's life plan intent on causing as much pain as possible. Life is looking less than rosy for Kelly and Roy, when they end up arguing with Biff and Marlon over how much rent they should pay. The newlyweds decide to move back to Viv's, until they can afford to buy their own place. But unbeknown to them, Viv has agreed to lend Kelly's deposit to Scott. Graham admits to Ashley that he is finding it difficult coming to terms with Rachel's death. And when Kathy visits Graham to see how he is coping, she is stunned by his behaviour. Biff confides in Marlon that Graham is interfering in his relationship with Kathy.
Kathy is concerned by Graham's failure to come to terms with Rachel's death. She visits the grieving teacher's house, and when there is no response uses her own key to enter the property. Inside, her concerns turn to panic when she discovers a suicide note. But will she be able to stop him in time? Emily desperately tries to find and excuse when Viv asks her to help with stock taking after work. When the young shop assistant misses her bus, help is on hand when Butch offers her a lift home. Scott has an ulterior motive when he takes an expensive car for a test drive - it's the ideal way to impress a potential client. When the salesman jibes Scott about being a time waster, his pride gets the better of him and he puts down a deposit - a decision he may learn to regret.
Biff is surprised to find Kathy has spent the night playing nurse-maid to Graham. And he is taken aback when he learns of Graham's suicide attempt. Fearing for his safety, Kathy suggests that Graham should stay with her for a while. Biff decides to strike while the iron is hot, and over a romantic meal summons up the courage to ask Kathy to marry him. But the moment is shattered when Graham enters, intent on taking up Kathy's offer. Sean is annoyed when Angie puts an offer in on a house behind his back. And his mood is not improved when his wife threatens him - he's to meet her at the solicitors or else! There is uproar at Tate Haulage when Laura gives Chris and Sean ultimatums - either reduce wages or sack half the work force.
The course of true love is running anything but smooth for Biff. With Graham's constant presence ruining his relationship with Kathy, Biff invites her out for the evening, intent on spending time alone with her. But he is annoyed to find that she already has plans - with Graham. When Kathy returns home, she is surprised to find Graham has cooked a meal for her and Biff. Over dinner, Biff summons up the courage to ask Kathy to marry him. But once again, the moment is shattered when Graham enters. There is tension at Tate Haulage as the board prepares to vote on whether they should take a pay cut. Chris is convinced that Sean will vote alongside him and supper Laura and Zoe's plans. But he is mortified when Sean votes in favour of a pay cut. Tricia reveals to Mandy that she has come up with a plan to impress Alan at the Hollywood theme night. And Butch is left perplexed by Emily's behaviour when he invites her out to lunch.
The glitz and glamour of the 'Tinsletown' envelopes Emmerdale when Tricia holds a 'Hollywood' theme night in The Woolpack. The pub quickly fills with the stars of the sliver screen, and Tricia basks in the glory dressed as sex bomb Emma Peel. But, just as Tricia begins to celebrate the success of the evening, trouble strikes, when she realises that she has booked a Marilyn Monroe drag act rather than a look alike. Will Alan see the funny side? As chaos descends in The Woolpack, Biff decides it's the moment to strike and proposes to Kathy. But he is unprepared for her reaction. Angie uses underhanded means to persuade Sean to sign the contract on a new house. And Chris learns hell has no fury, when he takes Laura out to dinner.
Biff is heartbroken by Kathy's reaction to his proposal. Graham offers Kathy support, and suggests that she should go and see Biff to repair to the damage. But will she take heed of his advice? Bernice's dream of buying The Woolpack, is boosted when Alan announces that he will sell the pub to her. But she receives a massive blow when her bank manager refuses her a loan due to her former husband Tony's bad credit history. Zak cooks up his latest scam - electricity theft. But the crooked Dingle is left looking for excuses when Ollie and Marc discover him in their new house. Zak tackles Butch about his relationship with Emily - and leaves him panic stricken when he decides to talk to her himself.
Zak and Butch welcome their new neighbours in a traditional style - by pinching some boxes of goods when the removal van arrives. But they're left in a right sweat when they twig who the crates belong to - police woman Angie Reynolds' family. Fallen licensee Eric has a proposition to offer Tricia, who's trying to fund a bid to buy The Woolpack. While Bernice is forced to lie to Gavin about her attempts to borrow money for a rival take-over. Betty and Marlon feel the sharp end of Biff's tongue after persuading him to make a public proposal to Kathy. And with money troubles on his mind - Jack is furious with Sarah when she agrees to let the boys go on a school trip to France.
Zak plays the thief with a conscience when he tries to return the Reynolds' stolen goods. But he's caught by Angie and his story that he found a crate the thieves must have dropped is hardly plausible - especially to a policewoman. Zak knows he's in trouble and decides to take an unplanned holiday with furious Lisa and Belle while the heat dies. Jack and Sarah have a furious row and the boys face a big disappointment. Stella agrees to underwrite the cost of the Summer Fayre while Tricia and Bernice are at loggerheads again over running the drinks marquee.
Jack and Sarah's relationship reaches a new low. Sarah is determined not to end up a traditional farmer's wife like Jack's mother Annie. And when he launches into her for time wasting she tells him she's going on strike. Until things change she's staying with her sister. Betty and Seth take no chances with their potential prize-winning veg. With the Summer Fayre around the corner they place a lot under lock and key. Terry senses Tricia's had a breakthrough in her search for a backer to buy The Woolpack, but she refuses to tell him who it is.
Mandy is in deep water at the Summer Fayre as she tries to wipe the smug smile off Eric's face after he deliberately gets her in trouble with trading standards officers. Mandy's attempts at retribution go dramatically wrong and end with her being unceremoniously arrested for assault. Kathy has something very important to tell Biff - and uses the public address system to make sure he gets the message. Betty is mad when Marc wins first prize in the vegetable contest with some fine entries that look suspiciously like the ones pinched from Seth. Under pressure Jack tells the boys, now their exams are finished, they can stay off school and help him run the farm. Ashley tries to persuade Bernice to come clean with Gavin about her failure to secure a loan to buy The Woolpack.
Mandy appears in court charged with common assault and assaulting a police officer. But her big mouth gets her into even deeper bother with the magistrate when she interrupts her solicitor to explain that she didn't mean to hit Stella, she was aiming for Eric, and that Angie shouldn't have interfered. When she foolishly asserts the judiciary is as bad as the police she's as good as signed up for a stretch inside! Bernice finally admits to Gavin, she failed to get a loan. But he stops her from informing Alan, saying he has a plan. Later he begins to work his charms on Stella. Emily's father John stuns Viv when he appears at the Post Office and demands she is home by a certain time. Jack tells the lads he's keeping them off school for a week to help him. And Graham tells Kathy now she's found Mr Right in Biff - and they're planning to wed - he can leave Emmerdale a happy man.
Butch makes a startling and upsetting discovery when he escorts Emily home. And his waif-like girlfriend begs him to leave before he makes matters worse with her father. Kelly is astonished when she learns that Mandy has been sent to jail for three months for assault. Bernice twigs Gavin's plan when they are invited for tea to Home Farm. When they leave Bernice is furious that Gavin could think of getting Stella to back their bid. Graham is set to leave Emmerdale and brings Kathy a going-away present - a photograph of the two of them with Rachel. Later an emotional Kathy breaks down as she studies the photograph and rushes off to persuade Graham not to leave - exactly what he hoped would happen.
Butch has the problems of the world upon his shoulders. The hapless Dingle, sickened by the abuse Emily has been suffering at the hands of her violent father, turns to Seth for advice. But the ex-gamekeeper gets hold of the wrong end of the stick and becomes concerned by Butch's questioning. Alarm bells sound for Graham when Kathy discovers a photo of his first wife. The murderous school teacher decides to tell her the 'official' version of how she died - suicide, but will she be fooled like Rachel? Bernice tells Gavin that she can not carry on lying to Alan about her failure to secure a bank loan. Gavin suggests they could ask Stella for a loan, but she flatly refuses. Guilt ridden Bernice confesses all to Alan, much to Tricia's delight. Marlon is left looking for a new housemate when Jack tells him that he is going to put up the rent on Annie's Cottage. And Eric offers Stella a business proposition - to transform Home Farm into a Health and Beauty Spa.
Butch is concerned when Emily fails to turn up for work. The love struck Dingle buys some flowers and sets out to see her. When he arrives at her house, he is shocked to discover that she is covered in bruises. And to make matters worse, she reveals that her father has made her promise that she will not see him again. Later, Emily returns to work. But when John arrives to collect her, Butch confronts him and demands to know where Emily's bruises have come from. Graham has convinced the village that he has managed to get his life back in order since Rachel's death. But, behind closed doors, his behaviour is as worrying as ever. Scott is amused to learn that Roy and Kelly have been house hunting and are intending to use Vic's insurance money to buy a home. Eric is increasingly frustrated in his attempts to persuade Stella to invest in his Health and Beauty Spa venture. And Marlon is appalled to find that Jack has offered Terry a room in Annie's Cottage.
The course of true love is running anything but smooth for Butch. The young lad turns to Betty for advice about Emily, but their conversation leaves her confused. And when Viv tells her that Emily is terrified of Butch, Betty is left speechless. Betty then confronts Emily and questions her about her bruises, but her reluctance to answer only leads to one conclusion - Butch is responsible. Kathy and Biff's wedding preparations hit a snag because Roy and Marlon are convinced they will be his best man. Before Biff can let Roy down gently, Graham's advice persuades the lad to reject the role. Stella offers Bernice the money to buy The Woolpack. But she is surprised when her offer is refused. But the glamorous barmaid begins to regret her noble stance when Alan reveals that Ploughman's Theme Pubs are interested in buying The Woolpack. And Jack rents out a room in his house to Pete, much to Robert's annoyance.
Tragedy strikes when Butch confronts John and accuses him of acting violently towards his daughter, Emily. John flees the scene accompanied by Emily. Convinced he can force a confession, Butch pursues their Land Rover at speed. Clouded by his fury, John loses control and crashes. With smoke billowing from the Land Rover, Butch is forced to do some quick thinking. But will he be able to save them in time? Biff reveals to Marlon and Graham that he is facing a dilemma - he has been unable to book a honeymoon for himself, Kathy and her niece Alice. Conniving Graham suggests that Alice wouldn't mind Biff and Kathy going on honeymoon alone - aware this is the last thing she would want. When Biff reveals his plans to the two ladies in his life, little is he prepared for their reaction. Later, Graham tells Kathy that he warned Biff to take Alice's feelings into consideration.
Butch keeps a vigil over Emily's hospital bedside. Learning that her father is in a coma and that she is being discharged, Emily confesses to Butch that she has never been on her own before, but he promises to look after her. Graham's intentions are anything but honourable when he helps Kathy look for a wedding dress. Later he goes in search of Eric and asks him to buy back Rachel's engagement ring. On her return home, Sarah explodes in fury when she discovers that Jack has made some drastic changes without consulting her. Viv suggests to Stella that her relationship with Alan seems to be developing, and that he might be after her money.
Kathy's wedding preparations hit a snag. With the big day just around the corner the bride to be is overwhelmed with things to do. Graham offers to help Kathy find a photographer. Later, she is taken aback when Graham asks her to wear Rachel's engagement ring on a necklace - as a symbol of the friendship between them. Kathy visits Laura and shows her Rachel's engagement ring, and the legal eagle suggests that Graham may be developing romantic feelings for her. Zak and Lisa are stunned by the events which have occurred while they were away. He confronts Police Sergeant Angie Reynolds and tells her that he won't forget how she has treated his family, but Angie responds with her own warning. Jack's apologises to Sarah for the changes he made while she was away, but his words fall on deaf ears.
With her wedding to Biff around the corner Kathy is beginning to have niggling doubts about her feelings for Graham. Biff is unaware of the gift Graham gave her and goes up the wall when he finds out. She must tell Graham she is not interested! Bernice's dreams of owning The Woolpack look shattered when the area manager for a pub franchise agrees to meet Alan's asking price and swap contracts the following week. But Gavin reckons there is still a way to get ownership. Marlon's attempt to write a best man's speech is branded libellous and obscene by Bernice. And Sean warns Lisa to keep Zak out of Angie's way or there'll be trouble.
Fury erupts between Biff and Graham in a confrontation over the gift to Kathy. Could this spell the end of their wedding plans? Conniving Gavin spends a day at a health club with Stella - unbeknown to Bernice. He's got his eyes set on The Woolpack and sees the gullible millionairess as his ticket to being a landlord. But just how far is he prepared to go? He's not the only one with designs on Stella. Alan is growing attracted to the lady of the manor too, much to Eric's annoyance. Tricia tells him to make a move - harbouring secret desires of living in luxury. And Butch woos Emily with flowers and suggests a day out to Leeds. She later tells her hospital-bound father that she has a boyfriend - the man who saved their lives.
Biff takes off his and Linda's wedding rings in a symbolic gesture to Kathy. And he offers his hand and sincere apologies to Graham for punching him. The couple announces to the Diner that the wedding is back on. Butch and Emily go shopping in Leeds and over dinner she tenderly leans over to kiss him. Alan takes the bull by the horns and asks Stella to marry him. She's polite but says she'll need time to think. Gavin eyes the development with a wry smile.
Kathy and Biff's big day is approaching, with one big issue to resolve…the ring Graham gave her. But Biff is relieved when Kathy agrees to return it. Kathy explains to Graham that their friendship has not been affected, but after she leaves he flies into a rage. Alan is confident that Stella will agree to marry him. While Bernice is genuinely happy for him, Tricia has her own agenda - becoming the new Lady of Home Farm. But Stella has Gavin on her mind. And it's not long before their passion gets the better of them. Love is in the air for Butch and Emily. But Zak is concerned to find how strong Butch's feelings are.
With her wedding only a day away, Kathy is having serious doubts about her future with Biff. Laura suggests that she may be making a terrible mistake by marrying Biff if she still has feelings for Graham, who secretly seems hell bent on destroying the wedding. Graham tackles Kathy and confesses he is in love with her. His words strike a cord and the pair kiss - but will Kathy come to her senses before it's too late? Stella asks Bernice how she can let Alan down lightly. Sarah confesses to Angie that she is concerned about the state of her marriage to Jack. And Emily's seduction techniques seem lost on Butch.
Kathy and Biff's wedding day arrives, but with so many secrets in the air, trouble is just around the corner. Graham confronts Biff and tells him that Kathy has feelings for him and when Graham reveals that they have kissed, Biff explodes in fury. Meanwhile, Kathy admits to Laura that last night's incident with Graham has convinced her that she should marry Biff. With the ceremony getting closer and closer, both Kathy and Biff become concerned about Graham's whereabouts - but for startlingly different reasons and when he enters the church midway through the ceremony, those in attendance are unprepared for what happens. Alan's attempt to find out if Stella has made a decision regarding his marriage proposal ends in failure when she claims she is feeling ill and leaves. Instead of going home, Stella visits Gavin and it is not long before they are in the throws of passion. They are forced to do some quick thinking however, when Bernice arrives back unexpectedly.
Kathy has the world's problems upon her shoulders. Betty tries to console Kathy, but her heartbreak is evident when she reveals that she brought the nightmare of her wedding day upon herself. With the whole of the village gossiping about the wedding debacle, Kathy turns to Laura for advice, but she is left down heartened. When Chris arrives to offer his sympathy there is little she can do to control her emotions. But her real anger is aimed at one person - Graham. And when he approaches her, Kathy makes it clear who she really blames for Biff jilting her at the altar. Butch and Emily are surprised when John discharges himself from hospital. And when he arrives home and demands that Butch should leave, the love struck Dingle is surprised by Emily's reaction. Wheeler-dealer Scott, gets his comeuppance when he's sacked from his job for poaching clients. Viv begins to panic when Kelly announces that she has found the house of her dreams and needs her deposit money.
Emily faces an uphill struggle with her father John, when she tries to persuade him that Butch's intentions are honourable. Meanwhile, fed up Butch can't believe that Emily doesn't want to see him anymore. Lisa visits John and tries to win him over, but her efforts are in vain. But will Butch give up so easily? Bernice is disappointed to learn that Ploughman's Pubs will be buying The Woolpack. But Gavin has his own plans, and they involve Stella. Eric offers Zak a job - collecting gym equipment. But the pair are incensed when a mischievous Ollie interferes. Kathy's temper gets the better of her when Marlon suggests he should be made manager of the Diner. And Viv is outraged to discover that Scott is unable to repay Kelly's deposit money. Stella discovers that money doesn't necessarily bring happiness. When she finds Tricia looking around the stables at Home Farm,
Sarah tells Angie of the previous night's activities and her troubles with Jack. Angie points out that the marriage needs spicing up and the two agree to meet later for drink. Later in The Woolpack Angie tells Sarah she needs to keep Jack on his toes - and should show more interest in other men, namely Pete. John warns Emily to stay away from Butch and she agrees. Butch explains to Stella that he has been helping out at the farm because Emily cannot manage, but that he is keeping up with his duties at Home Farm as well. Stella notices that he has hurt his face and Butch explains that Eric gave Zak a free sun bed and he got himself burnt. Butch arrives at the farm hiding his face from Emily who tells him she'll get some cream to help it heal. Butch is concerned to hear that John may soon be out of bed and Emily tells him to keep away from the windows in case he gets spotted.
Zak decides to help Butch with his complicated love life, and ignoring his pleas not to interfere, confronts John. But for once the tempestuous Dingle uses a diplomatic approach rather than his fists. And his words of wisdom seem to strike a chord. But Emily's hopes of a reconciliation are shattered when her father tells her that it's his responsibility to protect her from a troublemaker like Butch. Seth is intrigued when he hitches a lift with Stella and discovers that she is going to visit her business advisor. Bernice is worried about having to move once The Woolpack has been sold. But little does she know of Gavin's plans. And Betty offers Kelly some words of advice regarding her relationship with Roy.
Intrigue is rife when Eric, Viv, Alan, Ashley, Bernice and Butch receive a letter from Stella inviting them to a meeting at Home Farm. Viv thinks Stella is going to lend her money for Kelly's house deposit. And Alan believes she must have decided to accept his marriage proposal. On their arrival it becomes clear that this is to be no ordinary meeting - they are here to watch a video, which marks the end of the lottery winner's connections with the village. Bernice is left flabbergasted when Stella tells her that because she was her only true friend, she is giving her the money to buy The Woolpack. Butch is thrilled to learn that he is now the caretaker of Home Farm. But there's deep upset and some harsh truths for Viv, Alan, Ashley and Eric.
Life is looking rosy for Bernice. With the deposit money for the Woolpack in her bank account, her life plan finally seems to be in order. Tricia warns Gavin that unless he lets Alan and her continue living at the Woolpack - she will tell Bernice of their afternoon of passion. And when she twigs that Gavin slept with Stella, the two-timing rat is forced to concede. Kelly can barely contain her anger at Viv and Scott. With her deposit money a distant memory, Kelly visits the Post Office to collect the last of her belongings. Viv tries to apologise, but her efforts make matters worse. Suddenly Kelly grabs Scott's car keys and dashes out. Emily tricks John into letting her go to the Emmerdale Cricket match. But he's furious when he discovers that she's still seeing Butch. And Marlon is thrilled to learn that Kathy is going on holiday for a few weeks and is leaving him in charge.
Emily gets her dad prepared for the day of the cricket match. Scott gets little sympathy from Viv. Roy tells Kelly she is being silly. Nobby and Gavin toss. The Emmerdale team are a sorry lot. Seth and Ernie bet on the result. Sarah is bitchy to Viv. Emily gets involved in the umpiring much to everyone's dismay. John watches the clock. Paddy is rubbish at cricket. Bernice admires Gavin's googlies. Scott gets short shrift from Lyn and Betty when he tries to find Kelly. Terry has a go at him in front of everyone. The Woolpack team are losing. Scott chats to Tricia as she sunbathes. Emily calls Gavin out. Ashley chats to Bernice about Stella's warning. Paddy is out. John finds Emily's cricket flyer. He knows she's been lying. Emily's decisions mean the Woolpack wins. They treat her in the Woolpack afterwards. Kelly shows Roy a good time in the back of Scott's car.
Emily is torn but she goes with Butch. The cricketers are all having a drink in the pub. Bernice asks Ashley if he has ever been in love. He tells her about his past love affairs. She waxes lyrical about being a vicars wife. Emily is tortured about what to do now. She is very scared about defying her father. Kelly throws the keys to Scott's car into the bushes. Scott asks Donna to give him her money so he can pay Kelly back. Marlon drinks a yard of ale. Then Jack has a go. Viv flirts with Richie. Chris tells Zoe about taking on a new driver. Maggie tells Zoe how annoyed she is that Frankie is on the long-haul trip to Eastern Europe. Kelly winds Scott up and makes him apologise to Roy. Kelly tells Scott the car is at Fairview Woods at the junction with Water Lane. Butch takes Emily to Home Farm so she will be safe from her dad. Pete tells Maggie that Zoe went to Southampton and Maggie goes mad at Zoe. Maggie and Zoe have to be separated. Zoe is very shaken.
Love's young dream Butch and Emily appear to be heading for a fall. For when Emily visits Viv to apologise for her absence from work, father is watching her every move. John follows Emily to Home Farm, and forces his way in to the house, intent on persuading her to come home. When Butch walks in, John erupts in fury and goes to strike Emily. But Butch intervenes and gives John a taste of his own medicine. Kelly confesses to Roy that she is sick of the cramped living conditions at Annie's Cottage. Viv admits to Scott and Donna that there is little chance of finding Kelly's deposit money as she has spent her savings on refitting the shop. Marlon puts the first piece of his master plan to improve the Diner into action - much to Betty's angst.
Sweet-natured Lisa comes up with the perfect plan to melt the cold war between Butch and Emily. Butch thought Emily had tramped back home to dad after he gave him a good wallop for threatening her. But Lisa uses her womanly wiles to persuade Emily to move into the Dingles homestead … and Butch is left with a grin from ear to ear. Sarah and Jack have a huge fall out when she says she wants to work at the diner to help make ends meet. Betty thinks Marlon is acting above his station taking on staff while Kathy is away - and promptly quits. And Roy and Kelly are furious Scott convinced Donna to offer them her share of the insurance money to help put down a deposit on a house. The couple marches back to the Post Office demanding Viv houses them rent-free while the matter is resolved.
Chris goes behind Sean's back and sends Terry off collecting debts from former Darrow clients. When things turn nasty Terry proves he can handle himself and comes up with the goods … but hates himself in the role of enforcer. Emily shows her appreciation to the Dingles by first mucking out the pigs and later cooking dinner for the clan. She says that as long as she stays there she wants to earn her keep. Tricia sniggers behind Bernice's back as she reorganises the furniture in The Woolpack. She tells her she's applying the principles of Feng Shui. And domestic strife continues in the Windsor and Sugden households.
The power struggle between Chris and Sean intensifies when details of Terry's strong-arm tactics to call in outstanding debts are aired. Jackson, who was on the end of Terry's threats, calls at the haulage yard to pay up - and promptly cancels his contract. Sean is furious when he discovers Chris was behind this and warns him not to overstep the mark again. Ollie is clinging to Zak like a limpet - and even follows him to the bookies and offers him £10 to place a bet for her. The horse wins and the youngster gives Zak a share of the winnings. But when her mother, Angie discovers she's bunked-off school again it leads to a furious confrontation. Liam, having unsuccessfully tried to get Chris to increase his wages, works his charms on Tricia. But she refuses a date saying she's off men for the time being.
After the confrontation with his policewoman neighbour Zak thinks it wise to disconnect the free electricity supply he's rigged up from the Reynolds house. Once again Ollie is sniffing round and agrees to help. But as she tries to disconnect the lead, the junction box comes away from the wall giving her a shock and sparking a fire. Suddenly Zak is cast in the role of hero - but will Angie and Sean see it that way? Tate Haulage holds a crisis meeting when it discovers Frankie's lorry has been impounded in Germany. Laura is charged with striking a deal to get it back. Emily's father John tells Angie his daughter has been kidnapped. Suddenly her ears prick up when he says the Dingles are involved.
Ollie recovers in hospital from the effects of smoke-inhalation. Sean charges off to sort out Zak once and for all. But at the hospital Ollie tells her mum that Zak is a hero. She decided to search the cellar and when the accident happened, Zak was the one who saved her. Angie races off to find Sean before he does something he'll regret. Chris has problems with his nanny and leaves baby Joseph with a furious Zoe. Later an attractive woman arrives saying she's been sent by the nanny agency - and Chris takes her on straight away. Gavin and Bernice tell Betty they've got the money to buy The Woolpack and they'll be taking over the following week. Kathy calls Betty to say she'll be back next week. Graham overhears and looks thoughtful. And Sarah rescues Richie from Viv's clutches in the Diner saying there's a fuse that has gone in the kitchen.
Kathy arrives back from her holiday with Alice to find Graham loitering outside her home. But when he starts to talk about a possible relationship she tells him all she wants to be is friends. Unseen by Kathy, his face turns to thunder. Kelly and Roy are devastated when the cottage they'd pinned their hopes on is placed back on the market. Sean reluctantly agrees with Angie to invite the Dingles for dinner after Ollie is discharged from hospital. The mischievous youngster winds Zak up when she asks what he was doing near the house before the blaze. Bernice plans to invite the newspapers to her grand opening at The Woolpack. Tricia is transparently not amused. And Pete is left cursing Chris after an accident with a crate sees him break two of his toes. The brash boss tells him as he wasn't officially on duty he cannot expect to be paid while he gets better.
Kathy is furious with Marlon for making changes to the diner while she's been on holiday. When she discovers he's even made new appointments she loses her temper completely and sacks him. And just when she thought things couldn't get worse she's shaken to the core when Alice's estranged mum Elsa turns up on the doorstep. Kelly gives Scott a piece of her mind - but try as he might, he cannot find a way to pay back the money he owes her. Mandy is released from jail and summons Zak to see how they are going to repay Angie for putting her inside. For once Zak is lost for words and appears sheepish. And Chris is horrified to find the tyres on his car slashed.
The campaign against Chris reaches new proportions when the Tate Haulage offices are ransacked and covered in graffiti with threatening messages. Chris is convinced it is Jackson, but Sean assures him it is not his style. Chris recovers his composure enough to try and persuade Zoe to buy Home Farm now it's back on the market - but is shocked when he arrives home to find his cottage has been turned over too. Kelly is overcome when Scott appears covered in bandages. He tells her he's crashed the car to get insurance money to pay her back. Mandy senses something is wrong between Scott and Kelly and is taken aback by her friend's response. Kathy is feeling the strain of Elsa's arrival and is deeply suspicious of her motives - especially when she asks to collect Alice from school the following day. And Bernice is excited when her license for the Woolpack arrives in the post.
Butch and Mandy meet at the County Court to have their marriage annulled. When they arrive back Paddy tells her they can now start planning their wedding. Chris is appalled when he finds his father's gravestone covered in graffiti. Later that night he receives a menacing call but can't put a face to the voice. Mandy chats to Kelly about the situation with Scott and can hardly believe what's gone on. Later when she sees Scott she gives him a piece of her mind. Alice pesters Kathy for information about why her mother left her. On the way home from school Elsa takes Alice for a pizza and after a short while the ice between them begins to melt. Kathy is upset when they arrive home late and Alice asks if she can see her mother again the following day.
Chris has succeeded in alienating half the village at a time when he could do with some friends. Zoe tells him she wants no more to do with him, Terry storms out and tells him to find another bodyguard. Angie catches the rough end of his tongue. And Kelly is ridiculed when she tries to get him to help her with a deposit on a house. But as he sits alone and ponders his predicament, the terror campaign against him is about to reach new and frightening proportions. Kathy agrees to meet Elsa at The Woolpack but is furious and hurt when she reveals the real reason she returned to Emmerdale. Scott gets a shock when the insurance assessor tells him it's good news - the car can be repaired! And poor Bernice is left feeling foolish when she unveils the new plaque over The Woolpack door to a posse of photographers and locals. The sign reads Bernice 'Blockstack'.
The mystery surrounding Chris heightens when Zoe discovers her brother didn't return home the previous evening. And when Angie arrives at Zoe's that evening she is the bearer of bad news. Kathy visits her brother Nick in prison to tell him of Elsa's return. He begs her to keep his former wife away from Alice and that he's depending on her. Elsa leaves Kathy furious when she shows Alice impressive pictures of Australia and reveals she has a half-bother out there. Eric is taken to the cleaners by Seth when he needs somewhere to store the gym equipment he's bought. Seth tells him the village hall has space … for a price. And Scott's attempts to make it up with Roy by offering to pay back what he owes in instalments, fails to make an impression.
Chris is now officially a missing person and Angie begins interviewing everyone at Tate Haulage - including her own husband. He reveals the strong-arm tactics Chris employed to get money from Jackson. Sean appears to be enjoying Chris's absence and calls a management meeting to discuss buying new vehicles - even though he knows his partner is against it. Claudia agrees to mind baby Joseph full-time while Chris is missing. Meanwhile, Kelly is feeling guilty about asking Chris for a loan especially when she can't find him to apologise. Kathy and Elsa row in front of Alice and later Elsa admits to Alan that she may be wrong wanting custody as the child seems perfectly happy. But when Alan mentions this latest development in idle chit chat to Graham his mind starts to work overtime. And Bernice offers Marlon the catering contract for the pub.
There are ructions in the Sugden household when Jack catches Robert and Andy filling in forms for work experience. Jack tells the lads they can do their work experience on the farm. While Andy agrees Robert tells his dad he'd like to do a computing course sending him into a rage. Zoe blasts Angie for doing nothing to help find her brother and tells her if needs be she'll find him herself. Lisa visits John to invite to Mandy and Paddy's wedding, feeling it will help heal the rift with his daughter. But he says while she's involved with Butch he wants nothing to do with her. Elsa complains to Alan that everyone in the village seems to be against her. But later - with Graham's words in her mind - she pumps Betty about Kathy's recent problems convinced she could use the information in her custody battle.
Kathy can not help but worry about Elsa's sudden involvement in Alice's life. Elsa confronts Alan and demands to know why he kept Kathy's recent psychological problems a secret from her. He manages to defuse the situation, but all his hard work is destroyed when Graham confronts her and demands that she leaves Kathy and Alice alone. Elsa finally reaches a decision concerning Alice's future - news which threatens to tear Kathy's world apart. Bernice discovers the answer to all of The Woolpack's problems - Feng Shui. She tells Tricia they will need to rearrange all of the furniture to create a harmonious atmosphere. DI Spalding's suspicions are aroused when he questions Sean about Chris's disappearance. And he becomes convinced he is on to something when Terry reveals exactly how volatile their relationship really is. Zoe is sure that Spalding is treating Chris's disappearance as a murder enquiry.
Kathy's role as Alice's guardian is becoming increasingly insecure. In desperation she turns to Laura for legal advice. The legal eagle suggests that having Nick on her side should strengthen Kathy's case. Kathy visits her brother in prison and tells him Elsa's plans for Alice. But she is shell shocked to learn that Elsa has paid him a visit and has persuaded him that Alice would be better off with her. Kathy confronts Elsa and accuses her of turning her brother against her. But she is lost for words when Elsa reveals that Betty has informed her of Kathy's personal problems. Bernice's attempt to align The Woolpack using Feng Shui goes drastically wrong when she realises that she has been reading her compass incorrectly. Zoe is finding it difficult coming to terms with her brother's disappearance. In desperation she decides to honour his last request - to buy Home Farm.
Kathy's distraught about Alice's future, so Graham decides it is the perfect opportunity to become more involved in her life. But it soon becomes clear that Kathy is not as weak as Graham first thought. When Elsa arrives demanding to see Alice, Kathy tells her that Alice doesn't want to see her. Graham visits Kathy to offer a shoulder to cry on, but his temper starts to get the better of him when she refuses to discuss her problems. Dastardly Eric is up to his old tricks. Laura's hounding him for Home Farm's inventory, so the devious cad breaks into Home Farm to retrieve some of the antiques he bought for Stella. And after deleting them from the inventory he is convinced he has pulled off the perfect crime. Eric manages to sell his wares to a dealer, but his celebrations are marred when he visits Laura with his version of the inventory to discover that Stella has already sent one through
Elsa is dismayed to find that Alice is refusing to talk to her. But little does she know that she has an ally in her corner - Graham. The despicable schoolteacher's mind begins to whirl when Alan tells him that he cannot help but feel sorry for Elsa. His plan is simple - by destroying Kathy's chances of keeping custody of Alice, she will begin to rely on him more.
Time is running out for Eric. With Zoe about to move in to Home Farm it seems that his antiques theft is about to be discovered. Eric tells Butch that if anything is missing from Home Farm he will get the blame. The crooked businessman suggests that he will be able to help - as long as Butch can get hold of the inventory. But their plan hits a snag when Laura discovers Butch looking through the files in Home Farm's office. With Mandy and Paddy's wedding looming, Kelly offers to help plan their big day. And the bride-to-be is left exasperated when Kelly refuses to take no for an answer. Pete asks Terry for advice - should tell the police about his concerns regarding Sean. And when Zoe gives a television appeal, Pete's conscience begins to get the better of him.
Chris is at the end of his tether. His attempts to discover the identity of his gaoler have ended in failure, and his constant goading is only making his already precarious position even worse. In a last ditch attempt to end his nightmare, Chris begs to be released. With the identity of his captor shrouded in mystery, Chris suggests that he would never be caught. But his hopes for freedom are dashed when his captor finally reveals himself, much to Chris's terror. Zoe enlists Pete's help to find evidence of Sean's dodgy business deals. When Sean reveals to Pete that the next job will be on Monday, Zoe visits DI Spalding and informs him of the smuggling operation.
With his kidnapper's identity finally revealed Chris can do little to contain his fear. Filled with panic he desperately tries to discover the reason behind his abduction and learns that it is not money motivated. His terror reaches a new level when he discovers he will never be found because everyone thinks he is dead. Sean meanwhile is arrested on suspicion of handling counterfeit goods.
With Mandy and Paddy's wedding only a day away, the village celebrates the couples last night of freedom. Mandy leaves her hen night early to make sure nothing ruins her big day. Along with Butch, she discovers antiques hidden at the Dingles and realises there is only one person devious enough to have planted them - Eric. Mandy visits Eric and accuses him of trying to frame Butch. And when he admits to the crime, she explodes in fury. Angie is faced with a dilemma when she discovers a large amount of money hidden at her home. Should she help her husband Sean, who has been arrested on suspicion of handling counterfeit goods or should she leave him to face the wrath of the law? Chris is at the end of his tether. With no clear reason for his kidnapping, the terrified captive begins to fear for the worst. And Roy becomes concerned by Kelly's insistence on using her employer's house for her own means.
The big day finally arrives for Mandy and Paddy, and it seems nothing can spoil their wedding now. Mandy admits to Lisa that she is suffering from last-minute nerves. But they counted without Eric. He's reported Mandy for assault and the police arrive at the Dingles in search of the suspect. The police spot Mandy running off into the distance and give chase, but are in for a shock when it turns out to be Butch dressed as Mandy. With the police off the scent, the Dingles manage to persuade Ashley to go ahead with the ceremony earlier than planned and enlist Betty's help to inform all of the guests. But all of their hard work is undone when she inadvertently lets Eric in on the secret. Paddy and Mandy arrive at the church, get out the rings, but the final commitment is interrupted and their special day comes to a halt when P.C. Clare Waite arrives for Mandy's arrest
Mandy and Paddy's wedding is in danger of being wrecked when the police arrive. She is determined no one will spoil her big day and urges a bemused Ashley to continue with the service. It needs a miracle to save the day as Eric watches smugly. But he's got a big shock coming. At the reception, Marlon erupts in fury when he sees Lyn dancing with Scott, and is left heartbroken when she tells him their relationship is over. Ezra turns up and immediately starts causing trouble. Kelly is jealous to hear that Paddy and Mandy will be staying at Zoe's cottage rent-free for two months. Chris is relieved to learn that his kidnapper has sent Zoe a ransom demand.
Paddy's secret honeymoon plans hit a snag when he learns that the police need Mandy's passport in case she tries to flee the country. Mandy thinks she is going to Scarborough, and remains blissfully unaware of Paddy's problem. The newly wed is forced to take a leaf out of the Dingles book and lie to the police - telling them he can't find her passport. Zoe is a nervous wreck. With her brother's life in her hands she prepares to meet Chris's kidnapper with the ransom. The police assure her that they will be following closely behind. But when she arrives at the meeting place she fears for the worst when she spots what looks like a body slumped in a car. Kathy and Elsa are forced to control their contempt for each other when a welfare officer explains if they can not reach a compromise, a judge will make the decision for them about Alice.
Zoe's world is in tatters. Her brother is missing, and one of her business partners has been organising dodgy deals behind her back. And her day gets worse when Sean tries to apologise for his behaviour and Zoe fails to notice that Joseph has wandered off in front of a reversing truck. Chris is forced to face some home truths when Liam reveals the reason for his abduction. Angie's anger with Sean is beginning to take its toll on the Reynolds family. Kathy's temper gets the better of her when Alice tells her of the wonderful weekend she spent with Elsa in London. She turns to Graham and reveals she will use any means necessary to keep hold of Alice. Meanwhile, Elsa is convinced that it is only a matter of time before Alice agrees to return to Australia with her. With time running out, will Mandy be able to hand her passport in to the police in time? And Eric persuades Ashley to let him turn the village hall into a gym.
Chris is becoming increasingly frustrated. His attempts to get a straight answer from Liam have ended in failure. A mysterious letter arrives at The Woolpack addressed to Zoe from Chris's kidnapper - can she trust the police a second time? Kathy's attempt to fight dirty backfires when Alice's welfare officer reveals that she already knows about Kathy's psychological problems. And her predicament gets worse when Alice overhears how strong Kathy's hatred is for Elsa. Mandy is delighted when Paddy gives her a credit card to buy furniture for their house. Kelly suggests to Roy that because their dream cottage is used as a weekend retreat, they could move in during the week. The Dingles plot their revenge on Eric for trying to wreck Mandy's wedding. And Bernice reveals to Gavin that she wants to find Tricia the perfect partner.
The police are at a loss as to who is responsible for Chris's disappearance and everything seems to be going to plan for Liam. Zoe follows his instructions to the letter and arrives at the phone box, but Liam is shocked when she refuses to do anything until she has proof that her brother is still alive. Elsa and Kathy have torn up the rule book concerning Alice's custody case. After her meeting with the welfare officer, Elsa confronts Kathy and demands to know why she is causing trouble. A vicious argument erupts in front of Alice and unable to deal with the confrontation, the young girl turns to Alan for help. Eric's furious when Zak and Butch sabotage the official opening of his gym. And Kelly becomes annoyed by Roy's refusal to move in to the cottage more permanently.
Alan takes the bull by the horns and tells Kathy and Elsa they must stop thinking about themselves and start putting Alice first. Jack asks Robert and Andy to help on the farm at half term causing another row with Sarah. He turns to Zak and Butch - but they say they're busy picketing Eric's gym. Bernice stands in for the youth club camping trip leaving Ashley hot and bothered. Mandy's spending spree sends Kelly into a fit of jealousy. She goes home and tells Roy in no uncertain terms they're moving into the cottage she cleans - whether he likes it or not. And Zoe turns Liam down again when he asks her out for a drink.
There's high jinx on the camping trip and Ashley and Bernice look like having their work cut out. The kids - led by Ollie - are in a mischievous mood and deliberately soak Ashley's ground sheet, forcing him to share a tent with Bernice, much to his embarrassment. Kelly and Roy share their first breakfast at the cottage. Liam tries to coax Zoe out for a drink but again is turned down. When she explains why she doesn't fancy him, he rounds on her saying that his interest is purely friendly. Later Liam rants at Chris that his sister is a spoilt bitch.
Ashley flees the tent to make breakfast after waking to find Bernice's arm draped across him. Later Gavin gently winds Ashley up asking what he thinks about Bernice. After all they slept in the same tent. Scott sounds the alert at the cottage after its owner Mrs Curtis calls to say she'll be around later that day. Elsa and her husband need to return to Australia but she tells Kathy she isn't giving up her custody claims. Liam gets tough with Chris telling him he's had everything on a plate, but is stunned when Chris retaliates with a few home truths about how life has really treated him. And Sarah takes Robert to see Richie in the hope of getting some more work experience on computers.
Zoe is convinced that she will never see Chris again. Her faith in the police investigation has reached an all-time low and when DI Spalding visits her, he is furious to discover that she has been keeping back vital evidence. Liam terrifies Chris when he tells him that he has served his purpose - a photograph is all he needs to prove Chris is still alive. Alice is heartbroken to discover that Elsa's family is preparing to return to Australia. With her niece's future happiness at stake, Kathy is forced to make one of the hardest decisions of her life. And Kelly can barely contain her jealousy when she sees how happy and contented Mandy and Paddy are in their new home.
A new chapter is beginning in Kathy's life - but will Alice be a part of it? Her decision to put Alice's happiness before her own is bound to leave her heartbroken. Kathy asks Alice if she would like to go and live in Australia with Elsa. When Alice asks her if she wants her to go, Kathy is forced to fight against her feelings. As Elsa arrives to collect Alice, Kathy's emotions begin to bubble towards the surface, but will she change her mind before it is too late? Bernice and Marlon's efforts at matchmaking are successful when Richie asks Tricia out for dinner. Bernice offers Tricia some words of advice and tells her that she should show Richie her hidden depths by making him laugh. But while Tricia reflects on how successful their evening was, Richie has a different view. Chris comes to the conclusion that the relationship he has built with Liam will protect him from being hurt.
Liam decides to spend his birthday with family… Chris and Zoe! First he shares a bottle of wine with his imprisoned half brother. Then he joins Zoe in The Woolpack for a celebratory drink. When Eric launches a cheap shot against Chris, Liam jumps to his defence. But he begins to panic when Zoe points out that he is the only person who talks about Chris in the present tense! Kelly and Roy's dinner party is a complete disaster. Roy suspicions are aroused when Kelly appears wearing some new jewellery, belonging to the owner of the holiday cottage . Mandy and Paddy arrive making Kelly jealous of their lifestyle, and the party soon draws to a finish. The owner Ms. Curtis arrives unannounced and is so shocked at the state of her cottage, she phones the police. Graham tells Alan that Kathy needs some one to look after her. And Emily admits to Butch that she can not help worrying about her father.
Zoe's suspicions are aroused when Liam arrives unexpectedly and asks for news on Chris. Zoe asks Terry his opinions on Liam and more alarm bells begin to ring when she discovers Sean told Liam about the police stakeout. Roy prepares for court, with the threat of a prison sentence hanging over his head. Despite his innocence he tells Kelly he doesn't want her involved. His hopes are pinned on a lenient magistrate who he hopes will take into account his previous good character and the glowing character references his solicitor has organised. He pleads guilty to theft and criminal damage but can only listen in disbelief as the sentence is read out. And Richie is forced to do some quick thinking when Tricia asks for another date.
Zoe is convinced she has discovered the identity of Chris's kidnapper, but with her faith in the police investigation at an all-time low and with no real proof, she decides to keep her suspicions from them. She is determined to trap him even if it means working alone. She works out a plan and goes to Tate Haulage to switch around the driver's delivery destinations. Roy is finding it difficult coping with the harsh realities of prison life, while Kelly is determined to blame everyone except the one person responsible for his plight - herself. She foolishly confronts Ms. Curtis and accuses her of destroying her life. Overhearing the exchange Scott decides it is time to let Kelly know some home truths. And Betty and Sarah are becoming increasingly concerned for Kathy while even Ashley and Graham are unable to persuade her to talk about her feelings.
Zoe believes she's got Liam out of the way on a haulage job to Portsmouth. But the kidnapper smells a rat and swaps the run with Pete. Zoe enlists the help of Terry and sets off to search Liam's house - but the two are in for a shock. Kelly is guilt-ridden over Roy's prison sentence and pours her heart out to her step-brother Scott. She'd feel even worse if she knew the hard time her husband was having with other inmates.
Zoe's decision not to tell the police her suspicions lands her and Terry in a dangerous situation. Liam has caught them at his house. He ties Terry up in the cellar and takes Zoe to the disused farmhouse where Chris is being held. Chris tells Zoe that Liam is their brother, but she doesn't believe him. Liam is panicking at this point, as he realises that Zoe isn't going to be the loving, sympathetic sister he always wanted. He babbles on about deciding what to do, and eventually realises that he may need to kill them both to ensure his freedom. Chris tries to talk him out of it, promising him that he won't turn him into the police and to provide money and a third of their inheritance. Liam is wavering at that point, but Zoe fakes an argument with Chris to make Liam defend him and drop the gun. The ploy is a success as Zoe points the gun at Liam.
Liam is dead; killed by a single gunshot wound to the chest by Zoe, who debates with Chris about what to do when the police arrive - Zoe wants to lie to the police and tell them that she shot Liam when he tried to lunge at her, but Chris, who hasn't got much sympathy for Zoe especially since he built up a bond with Liam over the past few weeks, thinks that they should tell the police exactly what happened. Over at the Tate Haulage office, DI Spalding questions Pete, Sean and Laura when his officers discover a van six miles away near the farmhouse. Spalding sends in the armed response unit and he and his officers race to Liam's home. He is seething with anger because Zoe withheld information from him. But as he arrives on the scene more pressing questions fill his mind like - is Chris still alive? What's happened to Zoe and Terry? And could the kidnapper have escaped, thanks to Zoe's DIY detective work?
The police try to get to the bottom of the kidnap drama and its shocking outcome. DI Spalding still can't believe Zoe chose to withhold information placing her life and Terry's in such danger. Kelly is full of guilt and remorse over Scott and tells Roy, during a prison visit that things will be different when he comes out. Tricia, with a little help from Bernice, tries to impress Richie with her literary knowledge and a little home cooking. But an unexpected visitor spoils her moment.
Racked with guilt, Kelly avoids going to the prison to see Roy so Scott takes her place. Roy's disappointed and asks Scott why he told him he slept with Kelly. Scott hesitantly says he lied because he was jealous of their happiness. Meanwhile, Paddy shares some wise words about Kelly regarding love, unaware that he's just provoked a whole new load of feelings in Kelly for Scott. Later, Kelly finds Scott and tells him she loves him and it's time they told Roy the truth. But Scott turns her down and she's left devastated. Zoe brings Chris home from the hospital and surprises him with Home Farm. However, she doesn't get the reception she excepted when Chris is uptight that he feels everyone is trying to run his life for him - Joseph's scared of him and the whole village is gossiping about Zoe's ordeal, causing an outburst in the pub.
Kelly and Scott begin to plan a surprise party for Roy on his release from jail. Tricia turns on all her charm to seduce Richie, but is hurt by his reaction. Kathy remains deeply upset about losing Alice as she composes a letter to the court saying she is prepared to give up custody for good. And she shocks Eric later when she tells him she needs a change. If he can come up with the right money he can buy the Diner. Bernice tells Gavin her mum's coming to stay and can't wait to meet him. And Sean has a short answer for Pete when he's told one of their main haulage routes is being closed for repairs - the lorries will have to drive through the village.
Roy is released from prison but his coming-home party is a wash-out when he leaves early. Bernice's mum Diane arrives and immediately catches Alan's eye. Eric tells Kathy he doesn't want to buy the Diner but would consider becoming partners with her again. Richie considers swapping lodgings with Pete, who is sick of the Sugdens' bickering. And Ashley asks Sean to have a word with his wayward daughter Ollie before she joins the newly formed youth club.
Ashley is given the run-around at the opening of the youth club. He's horrified when the children start playing truth or dare and finally cracks when he returns from an errand to find Ollie playing an 18-certificate video. He sends her home in disgrace, but Sean and Angie seem too wrapped up in their own domestic situation to take much notice. Roy begs Lisa to let him start back at work. Pete tries to explain to Jack why he wants to move without causing offence. Viv complains to Angie about Tate Haulage trucks driving through the village. And Betty forms an immediate friendship with Diane.
Richie settles into the Sugdens and makes an immediate impact rustling up a first-rate lasagne. Emily confides in Butch that she is worried about her father spending Christmas alone. Ashley admits kids like night clubs not youth clubs, after the previous episode's troubles. Bernice tells him to try running a disco. Ashley visits Sean and Angie to say Ollie is welcome back so long as she's made to realise he will stand no more of her bad behaviour. And DI Spalding discovers new evidence he believes might help him unravel exactly what did happen at the end of the hostage drama.
Chris infuriates Zoe when he tells her he's paid for Liam's funeral and insists on attending. Richie is furious with Scott for selling a computer to Lyn at cost price. Diane flirts endlessly with Alan during an organised ramble and invites him to have dinner with her the following night. He won't be quite so delighted when he finds she's asked Eric too! And Roy is furious when Angie protests about his DJ job at the youth club and Ashley decides to take his name from the posters. Ashley confides in Bernice as the bond between them grows. Kelly feels guilty when Mandy says her criminal record has hurt her chances in life and will do the same to Roy. As she and Paddy leave, Eric smugly tells Mandy he has dropped the assault charges against her out of pity for her past convictions, and was just teaching her a lesson. Paddy pulls Mandy away before she has another assault charge on her hands.
Diane has Eric and Alan in a spin when they both arrive expecting to spend an intimate candlelit dinner with her. Viv is furious when she discovers Tate Haulage has laid on a courtesy bus service to take villagers to the local supermarket. Zoe offers to sell her home to Paddy and Mandy. They need a lodger to make ends meet and invite Lyn to move in. Ashley is devastated when Bernice tells him how perfect he would be - for her mum! And Chris offers Kelly a few harsh words of advice when she asks if she and Roy can move into his cottage, now he's living at Home Farm again.
Kelly is in a state and confides in Mandy that perhaps Chris was right - she'll never be happy with Roy. Zoe offers Terry extra money to look after Chris and keep him company. Paddy's cousin Jason turns up out of the blue saying he's fallen out with his parents after revealing he's gay. Tricia takes an immediate shine to him at The Woolpack and Diane overhears Gavin say to her that she used to look at him like that. As she leaves to go home Diane warns Gavin she'll not stand to see her Bernice hurt again. And Mandy gets a call to say her dad's been taken ill again. She rushes off telling Paddy she'll be back the following day.
Bernice is making up for lost time. With her mother safely out of the way, she presses Gavin to name a date for their wedding. But like a seasoned politician he carefully avoids giving an answer. Bernice shares her concerns with Betty. And the village matriarch decides to take action. Her pearls of wisdom strike a chord with the womanising charmer, and the pair decide to marry Valentine's Day - but will the pair still be together by then? Roy is surprised by Kelly's reaction when he admits that he would like them to have children. Terry is thrilled when Claudia agrees to go out with him for a drink. But his attempts at romance are ruined when Kathy asks to join them. Richie is stuck between a rock and a hard place when tension grows between Jack and Sarah. And the Dingles take a shine to Jason, much to Paddy's concern.
Concern is growing for Kelly. When Zak comments about her looking unwell, Viv changes the subject, but it is clear that she is also worried. Ashley is devastated to learn that Bernice is getting married. The love-struck vicar asks her if she's certain. Meanwhile, Tricia becomes uneasy when Bernice asks her to be her bridesmaid. And struck by guilt, she reveals all to Ashley about Gavin's womanising ways. Viv accuses Alan of being a traitor to local shopkeepers by running his bus service to the new supermarket. Terry's hopes of a romance with Claudia are dashed - she doesn't date colleagues. Paddy is concerned when Jason admits that he has asked Tricia out on a date. And Graham persuades Ollie to write a Christmas Show for the Youth Club.
Ashley is facing a dilemma, should he tell Bernice about Gavin's infidelities or should he keep quiet? Angie tells Sean that he is going to have to take responsibility for organising Christmas. Kathy receives an official letter confirming that Elsa is Alice's legal guardian. Bernice invites Kathy and Graham to dinner, making Eric curious about the relationship. Roy's attempt to find out what is troubling Kelly ends in failure, while she becomes jealous when she sees Scott talking to Lyn. And Emily begins to worry about what her father will be doing over Christmas.
Kelly's hopes of escaping her problems are dashed when Roy turns down an invitation to spend Christmas in Ibiza with his father. And her day gets worse when Paddy criticises her for making one mistake too many at the vets. Roy's temper cracks when Kelly mocks him about his plans for their future, and then turns to the bottle for comfort. Preparations are underway for Bernice's wedding. But while Tricia is excited about being a bridesmaid, she becomes disappointed when Bernice reveals what she will be wearing. Sarah can not believe Jack's attitude when he suggests that they should be spending their money on the farm rather than Christmas. Butch asks Lisa's advice about reconciling Emily and her father. Emily persuades Zak to build Belle a nativity scene for her birthday. Angie is furious with Sean when he breaks his promise to make tea for the kids.
All is not well in the Tate household. Chris's anger gets the better of him when Terry complains about being treated like a dogsbody. But Chris is heading for a fall. When the temperamental Tate tries to order Alan around, the Estate Manager points out that he only takes orders from Zoe. And Chris is stunned when Claudia gives him a piece of her mind. Ashley is horrified to discover that Ollie's Pantomime ridicules the entire village, and promptly cancels it. Angie is furious when the mild mannered Reverend suggests that Ollie's attention seeking may be caused by problems at home. Butch tries to repair Emily's relationship with her father, by inviting John to the Dingles for Christmas Day. But will he accept? Ashley admits to Zak that he is envious of not having a family at Christmas. Tricia uses her charms on Jason. But will she succeed? Roy shares his concerns for Kelly with Lisa. And Marlon tries to persuade Bernice to hold an Aladdin theme night in The Woolpack.
It's the day of the Emmerdale Christmas Show, and Ashley is in a panic. With no star turn, the Reverend desperately tries to find someone to fit the bill. The Show begins, but with no sign of the star act, the pressure begins to get to him. With the minutes ticking by, Ashley can only hope for a miracle - but his prayers are answered when Witty Willy arrives. Betty is left speechless when she realises that a face from her past has resurfaced. Zak's latest business venture - selling Christmas holly, suffers a setback when Bernice throws him out of The Woolpack. Marlon's persistence pays off when Bernice agrees to let him hold an Aladdin theme night in the Woolpack. Richie becomes annoyed when Scott organises the Daletec Christmas Party without consulting him. And Sean and Angie's plans for a family Christmas take a knock when Marc reveals that he has got a job working in The Woolpack on Christmas Day.
Chris tries to put his recent problems behind him by returning to work. While he is relieved to be back behind the driving seat at Tate Haulage, his partner Sean doesn't quite see it the same. Ashley admits to Gavin that he knows about his womanising ways. But will the mild mannered reverend reveal his discovery to Bernice? Betty's past returns to haunt her when Reggie surprises her at the Diner and invites her to lunch. Over their meal it becomes clear that she has a few secrets that would shock the village. Richie becomes concerned by how much money Scott is spending at Daletech's Christmas Party. Marlon sees the opportunity to get revenge on Scott when Bernice lets the young businessman open a tab at The Woolpack. Eric tries to drum up business at the Daletech party much to Scott's annoyance.
Eastern Promise fills Emmerdale when Marlon holds an 'Aladdin' night in The Woolpack. Dressed as the Genie of the Lamp, the excited Dingle offers to make everyone's dreams come true. But unlike a fairy tale, the night is destined to end in heartbreak for Bernice. When Gavin disappears from the bar, Bernice goes in search of him. But she and Tricia are unprepared for the sight that awaits them... Kelly's attempt to speak to Scott about her secret fails when Lyn arrives to take him to her College Ball. Betty surprises Seth when she arrives home with a new haircut. But little does he know that her make over is not for his benefit. Emily's hopes of earning extra money for Christmas are destroyed when Viv tells her that she is going to have to let her go. Viv confronts Alan and accuses him of destroying her business.
Bernice's hopes of a blissful future with Gavin are in tatters. Having witnessed his betrayal, the heartbroken girl refuses to listen to his explanation and throws him out of the house. When Tricia tries to talk to her, Bernice refuses to discuss the matter. But behind closed doors the discovery takes it's toll and she breaks down in tears. Betty is surprised when Bernice turns up on her doorstep looking for a shoulder to cry on. Lyn invites Scott to spend Christmas lunch with her. Viv's plans for a family Christmas at her sister's take a knock when Kelly and Scott refuse to go. Roy becomes increasingly worried by Kelly's odd behaviour. Donna's concerns for her sister deepen when she discovers a bottle of vodka in her bag. And Betty pleads with Reggie not to drag up their past.
Ashley is a man on a mission - he is determined to find out the truth behind Gavin's sudden disappearance - and nothing will get in his way. Alan puts him off the scent when he tells him that Gavin is visiting his parents. But his suspicions go back into overdrive when Bernice's mask begins to slip. Tricia tries to stop him interfering, but Ashley is not prepared to take no for an answer. Bernice's mum Diane returns to the village, unaware of her daughter's heartbreak. Chris's Christmas Party turns into a shambles when he catches Sean chatting up Claudia. The drunken Tate considers himself a better catch and makes a pass at her - much to Claudia's horror. Unable to put up with her boss's sleazy ways, the nanny immediately resigns. Zoe tries to make Claudia reconsider, but will she be able to change her mind? And Paddy invites Jason to spend Christmas Day at the Dingles.
Christmas is a painful time for Andy. Overcome by guilt, the young lad visits the Windsors and tries to apologise for the tragedy, which resulted in Vic's death. Viv refuses to listen and orders him out of her shop. But his mind is put to rest when Kelly tells him that she doesn't blame him for what happened. Diane persuades Bernice to spend Christmas with her in Harrogate. She is forced to do some quick thinking when Ashley asks them where they are going. Viv takes Donna to spend Christmas with her sister. With his mother in law out the way, Roy comes up with an ingenious way of increasing custom at the village shop. Angie's hopes of a family Christmas are dashed when she learns that she is going to have to work on Christmas Day. And Paddy grows tired of Kelly's behaviour at work.
Emily's face is a picture when she gets the Christmas present she prayed for - a visit from her dad. John makes the Dingle party complete as he joins them for Christmas dinner. And for the first time John recognises how much his daughter cares for Butch. Jack is angry when the kids open their presents and realises Sarah has gone behind his back to buy them computer games. Kathy spends the day with Graham delivering presents around the village and later after eating Christmas dinner together they embrace under the mistletoe. Kelly is haunted by the painful memories of her father's death and the secret she is hiding from both Scott and Roy. She excuses herself from the Dingle party and stands alone at her father's grave. Zak has a close escape when Ashley calls and only just manages to get the vicar out of the way before he sees the nativity scene he pinched from the church.
Bernice arrives back at the pub with Gavin's cheating ways still weighing heavily on her mind. Later Alan catches her furiously ripping up her cheating boyfriend's clothes. Christmas seems to have mellowed the troubled Sugdens and Jack and Sarah resolve to try harder to make their marriage work. Scott's slick sales patter cuts no ice with Chris when he tries to sell him computer equipment for the Haulage yard. Later he tells Zoe that he's convinced Sean is up to no good at the yard and he intends to return to work. Zoe tells him she'll have him voted off the board if he does.
Viv arrives home from her break and tells Emily she's been over the books and the shop is faring worse than even she thought. She tells Emily she's thinking of selling up, but is shocked when Emily says she'll work for nothing to get the business going again. Bernice's birthday celebrations are upset when she receives a card from Gavin. Later surrounded by her closest friends Bernice lets her hair down and at the end of a boozy evening ceremonially burns her "life plan" on a barbecue.
Bernice tells Kathy that she has chosen a neutral venue - the vicarage for her meeting with Gavin. When Kathy asks her if she if she is ready to see her fiancee, Bernice's emotions bubble to the surface. Gavin unexpectedly walks into The Woolpack, and the regulars make it clear how they feel about his sudden arrival. But even they are shocked when Ashley erupts in fury. While Bernice wants to talk about business Gavin has other matters on his mind, and it's not long before they are discussing their relationship. But will she forgive him? Chris is put firmly in his place when Alan tells him that Zoe is his employer, but he is prepared to tolerate a certain amount of his irrational behaviour. Betty tells Viv of Gavin's escapades and asks her to keep it under her hat.
2007
A miserable Paddy ponders over the previous night's events and confirms to Marlon that the engagement is off. As they contemplate life, Toni masks her sadness with anger and stormily packs her belongings after making the decision to stay with Latisha. When she bumps into Paddy, she is furious to see him in high spirits.
Having learnt from Bob that his confession was intended to protect Jamie, Viv finds it difficult to keep her emotions in check. Confused by her change in behaviour, Jamie is shocked when she finally snaps and demands that he admit the truth about the murder. He furiously protests his innocence. David confides in Del that he wants Eric to trust him, and when he reveals their plans to go into business together, she voices concerns.
Eric succeeds in his plan to intercept the DNA results from the courier, but Val discovers him sat staring at the unopened envelope in his office. Imploring both Eric and a nervous David to open it together, Val runs out of patience and tears open the results herself. When they’re revealed to be positive, David is thrilled and hugs a stunned Eric.
Still stung by Andy’s lies, Katie argues with him over his concern for Jo and he accuses her of inviting Jackie over simply to stir things up. Meanwhile, Jackie continues to pour scorn on Jo’s life, and Andy feels moved to confront her. Jackie springs to her defences and gives him her side of the story, suggesting that Jo has lied. Confused, Andy is torn whether to believe mother or daughter. Over at Edna’s, Len and Pearl’s attempts to coax her out of the house prove difficult. Pearl almost has a breakthrough when she remarks that Tootsie must be missing her walks. Edna agrees, but then suggests that Pearl walk her dog instead. Resignedly, Pearl takes Tootsie out but when distracted by Betty, manages to lose her in the village. Meanwhile, Gray lies to Perdy about a meeting with the Kings’ accountant, but instead burns the midnight oil at the casino with Diane.
Katie is insistent that Jo should leave Butlers Farm, despite Andy’s worries about her mother. As Jo packs her bags she is riled by Jackie’s insults. Mother and daughter have a vicious argument, to the shock of Katie, who orders Jackie to leave. Meanwhile, Zak is alarmed to discover Edna’s dog Tootsie caught in one of his traps. Edna is mortified to discover the extent of her injuries and rushes Tootsie to the vet's. Paddy and Hari are poles apart in their assessment of the dog’s condition with money being the major obstacle. Elsewhere, Perdy rumbles Grayson after finding a matchbox from the casino in his pocket. After a barrage of questions Grayson admits that he was at the casino with the Kings’ accountant. He challenges Perdy to call the accountant for proof but is relieved when she backs off.
Hari spins a web of lies in order to extort more money from Edna. Louise is shocked to hear from Edna that Hari claimed to have cared for Tootsie overnight, knowing that he spent the night with her. When Paddy suggests that they lower Edna's bill, Hari reacts angrily and urges Louise to support him. Meanwhile, Andy is sympathetic after Jo’s bust-up with her mum. He apologises for not believing her and Jo breaks down in his arms.
Matthew plays on Perdy’s insecurities and suggests that she confront Grayson about his infidelity. Unaware that Grayson is secretly going to casinos with Diane, she accuses Paul of sleeping with her husband. After he vehemently denies her accusations, she and Paul have a heart-to-heart about her history with Grayson. Paul confronts Grayson about the toll his double life takes on his wife.
Kelly’s plan to bankrupt Jimmy appears to be working until he turns up with only half of the £30,000. Sensing her disappointment, Jimmy quickly promises he’ll have the rest of the cash tomorrow. Later in The Woolpack, Scott doubts Kelly's ability to pull off the scam.
Kelly gets the rest of the money from Jimmy and prepares to leave the village with his cash. But her plans are foiled when Jimmy turns up and sees her getting into the taxi with her bags. Jimmy is hurt by Kelly's betrayal and he has a go at her. Kelly storms off, but she's wracked by guilt and later turns up at Home Farm and returns the money to him, telling him that she's fallen in love with him. Rosemary finds herself under constant attack by the King brothers who want her out of their home.
Ashley has serious reservations about the content of Jasmine’s article and worries for his niece. Nevertheless, she meets with McNally and offers him her article in exchange for some work experience. He is tempted by her knowledge of the village and agrees to the arrangement. Elsewhere, Kelly is determined to escape the village after Jimmy rejects her. Paul appeals to Jimmy, who says that Kelly is only remorseful because she was caught. Sensing his failure, Paul returns to wave goodbye to Kelly. Also, Lisa reassures a worried Belle that the psychologist's tests will just consist of a few questions. Belle flies through the tests with ease and Zak promises her that whatever happens she will always be a Dingle and Chas is taken in for questioning.
Diane is forced to lie to the police to protect Chas. Back at the Dingles’, Chas explains that she was drunk on the wedding day and can’t recall her movements for at least two hours. It quickly becomes clear that Chas doesn’t have a watertight alibi and she is persuaded to escape the village. Back at Home Farm, Carl is furious with Rosemary’s attempts to frame Chas and sets off to find his former fiancée. M
When the murder weapon doesn’t turn up, the police decide to comb Home Farm for clues. Their search proves to be fruitless before Jimmy tells them to check Tom’s cabinets. Various possessions are missing and Pearl frets when Matthew implicates Len. Elsewhere, Chas worries that Eli will attract unwanted attention if he sells the loot from Home Farm. However, he ignores her and offers the goods to Rodney who dismisses him instantly. Things begin to look bleak for the Dingles when Rodney seeks out Rosemary in The Woolpack and spills the beans about Eli having some of the King's possessions. Also, Rodney revels in his success with the Jag sale and decides to canvass interest in his new venture – solar power!
Following Rosemary’s tip-off, the police raid the Dingles’ home. Eli’s stolen goods are found and he is arrested. Carl calls Chas to tell her the news and she dashes to the Dingles’ as Eli is lead away. Carl is suspicious. Later, Rosemary accompanies Vaughan for lunch in The Woolpack and Diane sees the opportunity for Chas to curry favour with the police. Her plan backfires spectacularly when Rosemary mocks Eli's arrest. Chas hurls herself at Rosemary and Vaughan wastes no time in arresting her for assault. Elsewhere, Scott puts Debbie in charge at the garage, but she struggles to service Ashley’s car. Debbie offers to pay Lisa if she will help and as a team they do a much better job. After paying Lisa £10 she charges Ashley £120 for the service.
Chas is interrogated by Barraclough and Dasari over the assault. She tries to dismiss it as a misunderstanding but it isn’t that simple when the horse's head that Eli stole is identified as the murder weapon. The Dingles’ day reaches a shocking conclusion when they are both arrested under suspicion of murder. Meanwhile, the King brothers consult Tom’s solicitor and Rosemary worries about their scheming. Mitchell informs the boys that in the event of Tom's death his will stated that the property development would be sold and any money used to pay debts at Home Farm Estates. The brothers are horrified when it becomes clear that Rosemary benefits from their father's death. Also, Daz is distraught to fail almost all his mock exams. Jack reassures him after Daz worries that he will always be playing catch-up. Daz vows not to fail like his father did and Jack agrees to help him find a job.
Rosemary takes delight in informing Carl of Chas’ arrest. Later, when the family start planning Tom’s funeral, Rosemary voices her relief that the investigation is concluding. Matthew accuses her of wanting to forget about Tom and retire on his riches. Meanwhile, Chas and Eli are questioned further by the police who reveal their fingerprints to be all over the horse's head statue. Chas confesses that Eli stole the loot, before Eli shocks everyone by saying he took the statue before the wedding day. Carl clears them when he informs the police of the existence of another horse statue...currently missing. Angered over the lack of attention paid to the garage, Jack orders Debbie to employ Daz. Elsewhere, Terry quietly returns to the village with TJ in tow. Nobody notices as he slips back into Connelton View, studying the news coverage of Tom's murder.
Bob persuades Terry to give the police his statement, but their aggressive questioning worries him. He is eventually released, but not before they draw attention to his confrontation with Tom prior to the wedding and his subsequent flight from the village. Later, Louise offers to give him an alibi. Elsewhere, David pitches his new cleaning business to the villagers and secures Grayson’s custom. A furious Laurel confronts David and demands an explanation for him stealing her business. Also, Matthew and Carl are disgruntled when Rosemary invites Vaughan to Home Farm for dinner and resolve to scupper her evening. Rosemary isn’t impressed when Matthew returns later on with a hussy on his arm and a drink in his hand.
Bob panics when he receives a letter confirming Billy Hopwood has been granted parole. He chooses to hide the evidence from Viv but faces Kelly’s wrath when she finds out. She is furious when it transpires that Bob could have prevented Billy from returning to the village, if he had told Viv, and demands that he comes clean to his family. Meanwhile, Matthew schemes as he warns Barraclough that he will make an official complaint about Vaughan’s personal relationship with Rosemary. Barraclough immediately alerts Vaughan to Matthew’s threat and the chief agrees to back off for the sake of the investigation. Elsewhere, Katie takes the brunt of Andy’s anger over Billy’s release. Jo tries to ease the tension and tells Andy he should convince Billy to stay away. Grateful for her support, Andy thanks Jo and the bond between them grows.
Viv decides to visit Billy in prison to ease her fears over his return. She outlines that his crime was unforgivable but for the sake of moving on with her life she allows him to return to the village. She burst into tears on the way out and Bob consoles his wife. When they get home Kelly rips into Viv for her stupidity. Elsewhere, Andy continues to take out his frustration on Katie and it plays into Jo’s hands. She organises an orienteering day for the three of them but Katie insists that Donna joins them. When the two of them are alone, Andy tells Jo that he wishes it could be only the two of them going. Also, David undercuts Laurel’s prices to win clients for his cleaning business. His actions impress Eric but he warns his son not to pinch workers from the factory to join his staff. David agrees and turns his attention to poaching Betty.
Katie struggles on the orienteering day and admits to Donna that she might be pregnant. Meanwhile, Andy rushes off with Jo and the pair of them flirt in the woods. Andy confesses that he has less in common with Katie than he does with Jo and moves in for a kiss. Jo pulls away insisting that she doesn’t want to be the other woman and that Andy must decide what he wants. Later, Kelly continues to avoid Viv because of Billy so Jimmy tries to comfort her. But when Kelly sees Daz her anger boils over and she threatens to kill Billy if he turns up. Daz is nonplussed and asks Jack for answers. Equally furious, Jack and Kelly both demand that Viv explain her actions but she bluntly tells them that Billy will return whether they want him to or not. Elsewhere, David continues his charm offensive in order to win Betty over. Laurel is fuming when she defects and confronts David in the café. She is shocked when he ignores her protests and offers her a job as well.
Rodney demands that David atone for stealing his workers but instead he finds a loophole in Rodney's tenancy agreement and orders him to leave the antiques barn. Eric is amused by Rodney's downfall and praises his son's actions. However, Del is horrified when she sees how crushed Rodney is and declares that she wants nothing more to do with David. Meanwhile, Jo badgers Andy for a decision about their relationship but his problems are compounded when Katie tells him her period is late. Andy pleads with Jo to give him more time to break the news but she is relentless. Also, Matthew questions Perdy for clues about Tom’s murder and her answers implicate Rosemary. Matthew pushes for Perdy to make a statement but she doesn’t want to cause further problems in her marriage. Later, with Vaughan present, Matthew takes the initiative and accuses Rosemary of murder.
Billy arrives back in the village but his sons react differently to their father. Andy demands that Billy leaves them alone but Daz has divided loyalties. After catching Daz on his own, Billy tries to convince him to meet in secret. Meanwhile, Val feels sympathy for Rodney’s situation but Eric refuses to help. Rodney spends his day drinking in The Woolpack and mocks Val’s attempts at an apology. Desperate to help she convinces David to give Rodney some compensation and infuriates Eric by allowing Rodney to stay at Farrers. Elsewhere, Kelly worries about Billy’s return and refuses to go outside. Jimmy does his best to comfort her and reassures her that he will support her. Kelly determines to do something about Billy.
Andy is shocked when Daz admits that he wants to see Billy. Andy instructs him to stay away but Daz later agrees to meet his dad in secret. Billy hopes that he and Daz can repair the damage of the past, but they fail to see Victoria spying on their meeting. Elsewhere, Jo is frustrated by Andy's failure to make a decision and fumes when Katie asks her to give her and Andy some space for the evening. She agrees and storms off to The Woolpack where an older man flirts with her. As the night progresses she is shocked to learn that her mystery man is Billy. Also, McNally attempts to speak with Daz and Andy about Billy's release but he is sent packing by Jack. Desperate for the scoop he orders Jasmine to question Daz but she feels guilty when her friend tells her everything. McNally demands to know the result of their chat.
Kelly is thrilled to see that the article about Billy has made the front page of the local rag. However, Viv is far from pleased when she hears it from Billy and a row blows up between her and Kelly. Upset by harsh words from Viv, Kelly visits Vic’s grave but is shocked to be confronted by Billy. Meanwhile, Victoria reveals to Daz that she knows about his meeting with Billy. When her attempts to blackmail him fail, she spitefully tells Jack what's been going on behind his back. At The Woolpack, when Donna and Marlon find out that Luke has been sick during the night after smuggling vodka out of the pub, they realise that having four kids in a pub won’t be as simple as they first thought. When Donna demands exclusive use of the back room, she and Val lock horns.
At the end of her tether, a nicotine-deprived Val storms round to the post office, leaving with a packet of cigarettes. As she takes a long, satisfying drag in the backroom, she's interrupted by Paul and in a panic tosses the cigarette into the bin, leaving it smouldering. Meanwhile, Rodney and Eric continue to chide each other as Rodney keeps his feet very much under the table. Stuck in the middle, Val suggests to Paul that he may want to put his father up for a while. Still upset over her war of words with Kelly, Viv takes on board Bob’s counsel when he points out that although she lost a husband, a father can never be replaced. A remorseful Viv tries to make amends with Kelly.
After the previous day's events, Marlon and Donna wake up after an uncomfortable night at the Dingles’. Desperate to find new accommodation before their meeting with social services, they’re forced to face the fact that the cramped Dingle homestead is their only option. At the meeting, they admit that they plan on staying at the Dingles, but the social worker thinks otherwise and lets the kids stay where they are. Donna storms to the Woolpack and blames Val for the mess they're in. Billy continues to court controversy in the village. He receives a cool reception from Alan, and is sent packing when Katie finds him at Butler's Farm helping Jo to fix her motorbike. Later when Jimmy squares up to him, a confused Daz instinctively steps in. Meanwhile, as Jimmy makes life on the bins hard for Billy, Kelly continues to fret over his presence.
Donna and Marlon spend another uncomfortable night kipping in the Dingle living room and they realise that they need to sort out their accommodation fast. Zak thinks he has the answer to all their problems but the couple are stunned when he cheerfully offers them use of a dilapidated old caravan and Donna starts to seriously regret her decision to leave the pub. Jack is still annoyed that Diane is refusing to bar Billy from the pub, saying that he has a right to be a customer. Daz overhears Jack telling Diane that Billy's not the kind of man she wants to be serving and he jumps in to defend his dad. Jack worries that Billy seems to be having some effect on Daz.
When Diane forgets to pick up Victoria and Kayleigh up from the youth club night, Victoria sees an opportunity to go clubbing. As they queue up outside the venue, Kayleigh bottles out whilst Victoria gets friendly with an 18-year-old. When he suggests they sneak round the back in order to get in quicker, she soon discovers he's got more than a queue-jump in mind.
After the events the night before, Andy is astonished to discover that Jo has used her own special brand of medicine to comfort Billy. Meanwhile, Billy puts two and two together and realises that Jo has used him in order to stir something in Andy. Concerned that his son could be about to make a huge mistake, Billy tries to warn him against getting involved with Jo. Rodney is still desperate to sell on the solar panels that he acquired from Georgina. With the help of Jamie, he manages this but is frustrated to hear that he's still made a loss. Meanwhile, both Jimmy and Billy begin to suspect that Kelly had a hand in the accident.
Jo is set to leave Andy and the village behind until he discovers that Katie’s pregnancy is a false alarm. Andy races after Jo's taxi and manages to prevent the woman he loves from going. Billy admonishes his son for his stupidity, but Andy is enraged and attacks him. Katie is distraught to realise both her husband and supposed friend have deceived her. Meanwhile, Rodney's persistence pays off when Georgina suggests they have a more personal meeting. The homeless entrepreneur is forced to think on his feet and arranges a liaison at Victoria Cottage. But their saucy antics are interrupted by Paul and Emily. Elsewhere, Donna is adamant that Marlon resuming his job at The Woolpack is not the solution to their residential problems. She fumes after visiting the pub, realising that it is business as usual. Meanwhile, Marlon suffers a back injury while working on the eco home.
Rodney continues in his quest to bed Georgina by using Laurel's cleaning keys to gain access to Mill Cottage. With Perdy and Gray out for the day, the randy pair get down to 'business'. However, the Sinclairs arrive back early and an irate Perdy throws them out. Rodney has no choice but to confess everything to Georgina and she storms off. Meanwhile, with Andy and Jo shacked up at the B&B, the villagers offer their support to a heartbroken Katie.
Jamie is concerned that he and Terry are under police surveillance when a car is parked outside the B&B. Racked with worry he confronts the spy, only to realise that his suspicions are wide of the mark. A paranoid Jamie opens his heart to Jasmine who encourages him to entertain her theory about who the murderer is. Elsewhere, Paul urges Rodney to get his money back from Georgina and he arranges to meet her in The Woolpack. Rodney tries to sweet-talk Georgina but they are interrupted by her angry husband Roy who isn't convinced their meetings are strictly business.
Debbie tries to capitalise on the successful casino scam and she books a hotel room herself. Despite Eli's objections he agrees to go with her and Debbie leads a second gentleman upstairs. The plan works once more but even less smoothly than previously after Eli misses his cue. After they secure the punter's money Eli is convinced that they should stop. Meanwhile, during an argument over Bob's work commitments, Viv starts to experience contractions.
Jasmine tries to ply Jamie for more information and confides her suspicions to McNally. He orders her to get a confession from Jamie so she sets up a meeting with her friend. They meet that afternoon where Jamie believes that Jasmine wants to seduce him. As he makes his move, she confuses him by posing questions about the photograph. Their conversation is interrupted by the click of the tape recorder and Jasmine scarpers. Also, Marlon faces his worst nightmare when he is forced to wait on Viv. His day gets worse during a game of Scrabble when Viv gets cramp and persuades him to give her a foot rub. Bizarrely the tension between them eases and they get on fairly well. Elsewhere, Debbie uses the money from the casino scam to buy a taxi and announces her intention to set-up her own firm. She lies to Daz when he questions her about where she got the money and is buoyed by Len's encouraging words.
Donna and Kelly head off to her passing out parade while Bob, Marlon and Paddy wait for an unwell Viv. However, their car conks out on the moors just as Viv's waters break. Panic ensues as Marlon sets off to find help, leaving Bob and Paddy to deliver the babies. Bob is lost for words as he delivers his daughter and Paddy is equally stunned as he is left with the awkward responsibility of delivering baby number two. Mother and father are overjoyed with the twins and their exhaustion gives way to the promise of a happier future.
Jamie breaks down under the pressure and admits to Jasmine that his alibi for Tom’s murder is weak and worries that the whole village thinks he’s the murderer. Later, Debbie overhears Jasmine filling McNally in on Jamie’s troubles. Debbie realises that the camera Jasmine has lost is the one in her possession. When Jamie receives a letter with the words ‘You’re Nicked’ he worries the camera may have fallen into the wrong hands.
Jamie empties his bank account in an effort to pay off his blackmailer. Jasmine is astonished when he demands £300 to help his cause. Chas convinces Jamie to tell her what is wrong and he asks her for the money instead. Chas tells him to calm down but Jamie ignores her and heads off to the drop-off point with Jasmine. Both are angered, but not surprised when Debbie appears demanding the money from Jamie in half an hour. Elsewhere, Paul and Diane are surprised when they get an invitation to Sharon’s wedding. They worry whether Val has been invited to her own daughter’s wedding. As Val breezes in, blissfully unaware her daughter’s impending marriage,
Blissfully unaware of Sharon’s arrival, Val explains to Diane that the reason she hasn’t spoken to Sharon is because Sharon stole from her when she was younger. Paul regards his half-sister coldly and it is clear there are some issues between them as well. He orders her to leave the village but Diane is more restrained and talks to Sharon about the past and that she should apologise to Val. With Sarah causing friction at the Vet's, Jo talks to Andy and urges him to move out of Paddy’s house. She desperately wants a place of their own and suggests moving back into Butler's Farm at Katie’s expense.
After reading about Sharon’s marriage in a magazine, Val visits the hotel where she's staying and pretends to be Diane. Val drinks herself into oblivion after she learns Sharon has told her husband-to-be that her mother is dead. Sharon's livid when she discovers a drunken Val at the hotel and throws her out in front of the paparazzi after revealing the truth of their argument. Elsewhere, Andy moves back into Butler's Farm with Jo in tow. Katie flips out and the three of them end up arguing before Katie leaves in disgust.
Billy comforts Victoria after finding her having a panic attack and it is clear she is still suffering the after-effects of the accident. After learning from Kelly that Jack had something to do with it as well, Billy confronts him and Jack tells him that he wouldn’t be sorry to see Billy get hurt. Fuming, Billy threatens him, and tries to broker a deal with Jack. He tells him that as long as Jack leaves him alone he won’t tell Victoria the truth about the accident. Elsewhere, a hung-over Val wakes to find her drunken exploits splashed all over the front page of the Hotten Courier. Diane and Paul are furious to discover the truth about Val. Meanwhile, Viv asks Emily to help her out with the twins but Emily is reluctant after what happened with Sarah. Bob returns home with an idea of applying for a sales job at old-haunt Naughty Nylons to raise the money.
The police search the Kings’ landfill site and uncover the murder weapon. It is clear that Barraclough suspects one of the Kings murdered Tom and she reports her findings to Vaughan and states her intention to hold a press conference. Meanwhile, Andy informs Daz about Billy’s attack on Jack and warns him to stay away from their dad. Andy repels Billy and denounces him as nothing more than a murderer. Hurt, Billy announces his intentions to leave the village, but after he and Daz reconnect, he decides to stay.
The King brothers decide to go ahead with the funeral preparations without Rosemary, who is still away. Rosemary however has made her own plans and has meanwhile moved the body to another undertakers, without the brothers' knowledge. It is revealed that Belle scored 98% on her entrance exam and is offered a place at the private school.
Bob cancels his job interview with Naughty Nylons and Viv is secretly delighted. However, the Hopes receive a big surprise when Bob's brother Eddie shows up revealing that he is the sales manager for Naughty Nylons. An impressed Bob accepts a job with him. Rosemary meets with Ashley to reorganise the funeral plans. The King brothers continue to argue with her over every detail, but she is quick to point out that they in fact were originally trying to bury Tom without her. Meanwhile, as Paul and Diane continue to ignore Val over her treatment of Sharon, she spends a lonely birthday as she stews in her own misery. Eric appeals to them for leniency.
Rosemary is left to grieve alone at the funeral as the boys exclude her. As Barraclough and Dasari observe the mourners' reactions with interest, all other attention is soon switched to a mystery mourner. Revealed to be Carrie Nicholls the nurse who looked after a dying Mary King, Tom's late wife and mother to the boys. Viv meanwhile is still smarting at Bob's decision to accept the job at Naughty Nylons. However he's more concerned with Tom's funeral and sees it as an opportunity to draw a line under Dawn's death. However Viv is further incensed to discover that Bob will be leaving with Eddie for a two-week training course and is in no mood for fond farewells. Elsewhere, Tom's many enemies brood on the day their nemesis is sent six feet under. Terry, Zak, Jack, Len, Jamie, Shadrach and Bob gather in The Woolpack to drink a morbid toast to his death. Meanwhile, Barraclough and Dasari keep a watchful eye on the group.
Matthew, Jimmy, Carl and Rosemary gather for Tom's will reading. The group are shocked when Carrie Nicholls joins them claiming that she's been named in the will. As Home Farm and the company are divided between those gathered, everyone is shocked when a Scarlett Nicholls is named as a beneficiary. They are further shocked when Scarlet is revealed to be Carrie's daughter by Tom.
Gossip about Tom's secret daughter soon spreads throughout the village. Matthew is determined to invalidate the inheritance but the brothers squabble over how to handle Carrie. Unbeknownst to Jimmy and Carl, Matthew finds Carrie and offers to buy Scarlett's share for cash, on the understanding that Carrie disappears for good. Debbie finally gets a real client and sends Shadrach out to pick up the fare. Struggling with the controls, he quickly becomes lost. Fumbling with the switches he loses control of the cab, crashing into a farm gate. Terry mocks Rodney after finding the destroyed businessman cleaning windows. However Rodney is full of optimism for his new venture and ignores all taunts.
Carrie visits Matthew at Home Farm and Rosemary uses the opportunity to show her round and probe her about her relationship with Tom. Carrie admits that she's had no contact with Tom over the years apart from a monthly cheque for Scarlett. When Rosemary hears of Matthew's secret proposal, she urges her to fight her corner. Meanwhile, Eric is delighted to be invited on a council excursion to be held in Spain. H
Scheming David spots a chance to manipulate events to his advantage when Val and Delilah hit the town on a night out. After contriving to get tipsy Val alone in the bar, he confronts her about why she's been so cold with him recently. Inebriated, Val doesn't reveal her suspicions about him but also doesn't notice when he takes a debit card and £2,000 cash out of her handbag that was due to go to the bank!
Much to David's disappointment, Eric is appeased by Val's offer to pay back the £2K. However, relentless in his desire for revenge, David lies to Del telling her that Val made a pass at him in the taxi. Incensed, she confronts a bewildered Val.
Faced with the prospect of losing her business, Katie reluctantly takes up Andy's offer and decides to move out. Meanwhile, Rosemary's on a mission to destroy Perdy's business, and unperturbed by her initial failure to steal their clients, she orders Andy to close the stables after discovering that he's illegally subletting them to Katie. Andy's torn, but Jo is determined to get Katie out of their lives once and for all.
After Andy reveals to a furious Katie that she can no longer let the stables at Butler's Farm, she and Perdy confront Rosemary, who shrewdly offers the use of Home Farm in exchange for a cut of the profits. Perdy's furious at her mother-in-law's attempt to undermine her but Katie is tempted by the offer and they finally agree to the deal.
Matthew is shocked when Perdy reveals that Rosemary's first husband died in a mysterious shooting accident leaving her with a small fortune. Convinced that it's more than a coincidence that both of Rosemary's wealthy husbands died, he urges Perdy to tell the police. Over at Home Farm, Katie and Perdy are wary of Rosemary when she demands to see their books. When Rosemary threatens to pull out of the deal, Katie backs down but Perdy is furious, realising that her interfering has already begun. Meanwhile, Edna's concerned about Tootsie's health and reluctantly lets Billy examine her. However, she gets a shock when he reveals that the dog is about to give birth! Fraught Edna watches in astonishment as Billy delivers the puppies, and Hari informs her that the puppies were conceived when Pearl lost Tootsie.
The detectives arrive to question Rosemary, much to the King brothers' delight. Rosemary admits that she was due to meet Tom just before he died and is rattled when she's asked about her first husband's death. She immediately assumes that Perdy has betrayed her. Elsewhere, Jimmy arrives at Carrie's house and demands answers about her relationship with Tom. When he insists that she stay away from them, Carrie retorts telling him that she refuses to see her daughter denied her inheritance. Tempers rise as they quarrel about the situation and Carrie finally slaps Jimmy. As he gets into his car to leave, he's troubled when he finally sees his sister Scarlett outside the house. Back in the village, Edna blames Pearl for Tootsie's unexpected litter and ignores her in the street. She's still no closer to discovering who the father of the puppies is and is horrified when she realises there's a possibility that the father could be a Dingle dog!
Rosemary warns Perdy against working with Matthew and tells Grayson to control his wife. He manages to extract a confession from Perdy that Matthew made her submit the information about Rosemary's first husband to the police. Later, Matthew gets a shock when Barraclough arrests the brothers instead of Rosemary. Meanwhile, an impromptu business meeting with Eddie stops Bob from seeing the twins.
The King brothers face individual interrogations as the police seek to split the group. Jimmy can’t believe it when Barraclough tells him that new forensic evidence can prove one of the brothers killed Tom. Kelly worries about the false alibi when she too is called for questioning but all concerned are dumbfounded when the brothers are released without charge.
Del and David finally make it to the bedroom, relieved to be getting some alone time. When David leaves to get some food, Del comes across Val’s stolen money and David has some explaining to do. With no other explanation available, David tells her the truth that he wants to destroy Eric. But this isn’t enough for Del and she leaves heartbroken.
Viv feels overexerted as the twins continue to cry. Emily offers to take them for a walk but this causes problems with Bob who fears she has stolen the twins. When Emily returns she is upset by their lack of trust and takes off with Sam in tow. Viv voices her annoyance at Bob's actions so he announces that he's becoming a full-time father for the twins.
Emily enjoys spending more time with Sam and is grateful when he leaves Samson in her care. Sam is forced to defend her when Zak berates his decision but is mortified when he calls her 'Alice' accidentally.
Pearl is torn when she overhears Kelly and Jimmy talking about his false alibi. When Kelly discovers that Pearl knows the truth she warns the cleaner not to go to the police but Pearl is unconvinced. Her mind is made up when Jimmy tries to offer her a 'bonus' to stay quiet. Elsewhere, Len worries for Edna's safety while Billy is lodging with her. However, she takes no notice and decides to arrange a Sunday meal as a chance for Billy and Daz to bond. Len warns Billy not to do anything to hurt Edna, but he doesn't want to know. Edna's meal goes down a storm and Billy is happy to find life is good for the first time in a long time. Meanwhile, Marlon resents Donna for allowing Eli to help with the building work. After talking to Eli himself, Marlon decides to apologise to Donna and explains that they will need to employ professional labourers to progress the work.
Jimmy and Kelly are filled with horror when Matthew reveals that Pearl hasn’t turned up for work. They decide to check on her, but are met by Barraclough and Dasari on their return. The shifty pair are taken down to the station where the intense questioning causes Kelly to crumble.
As Kelly unites with Chas at the courthouse to support the brothers, she breaks down, blaming herself for their predicament. The brothers are granted bail but Jimmy is unable to forgive Kelly for what she's done. Meanwhile, Rosemary continues to revel in their plight. As she goads Matthew by stating that Home Farm will be hers once the three are banged up, he persuades Jimmy and Carl to form a united front.
Eli ribs Billy about losing the bet and insists on the cash that afternoon. However, back at Edna’s, Eli sees a further opportunity to cash in when he sees some money in a pot. When she discovers the theft, Len is quick to suggest that she question Billy.
Lisa gets suspicious after Zak avoids her questions concerning the mystery charitable foundation. One phone call to Mrs Burgess later and Lisa realises that he's been lying. A guilty Zak is forced to admit that their benefactor is indeed Rosemary and a livid Lisa lays into him for conspiring against her.
A distraught Sam continues to keep a vigil at his son's side in hospital. A shocked Emily dashes over to the hospital upon hearing the news and is horrified to hear Sam threaten to kill himself if Samson dies.
Sam decides that it's time he stood on his own two feet and move out of the Dingles. After Paul suggests to him that Emily is not happy with the living arrangements at Victoria Cottage, Sam looks into the possibility of renting Dale View for him an Emily.
Del and Diane try to reunite Eric and Val. They get Marlon to cook a three-course meal for the estranged couple and all is going well until Val questions Eric's loyalty to David. Eric continues to defend his son and the row spills into The Woolpack. An irate Val tells David that Eric only went into business with him to get his hands on David's inheritance and lays into Del for sticking by David.
Following the Kings' arrest, Carrie states she wants nothing more to do with them and insists they buy her out. Matthew is thrilled but Jimmy insists that Scarlett should be part of the family.
It's Daz’s birthday and Debbie throws him a party. With the party in full swing Debbie and Eli decide to set off some fireworks. Debbie is horrified when Eli reveals he got the fireworks from Shadrach and the tremendous noise they make disturbs Edna and her dogs. Edna sends Billy out to see what all the commotion is. Meanwhile Jack complains that the noise has woken Sarah but Debbie is unrepentant. Inside the party, Daz is ecstatic when a school friend Penny turns up and he gets lucky. However the fun is curtailed when Billy and Jack get into a furious argument. Daz erupts and accuses Jack and Billy of ruining his chance of being a normal teenager. As he storms off, disaster strikes. Elsewhere, Matthew and Carl continue to try and persuade Jimmy to accept their way of thinking but he sticks to his guns and won’t talk any more about it.
A guilty Jack tells Daz they don’t have to go through with the adoption. Equally guilty, Billy tells Edna that he's decided not to stop the adoption. When Billy visits later, Jack explains that they’ve decided against the adoption anyway but must make things work for Daz's sake. Elsewhere, annoyed with Louise’s interference Alan resigns from the pageant committee. At the meeting the committee is shocked to hear of Alan's resignation and Betty worries for her friend. Meanwhile, Zak and Lisa put on their best togs and accompany Belle to her first day at school. The head teacher assigns Belle a welcome buddy who explains the protocol for her first day. Lisa seems overawed by the grandeur of the event.
Scarlett is suspended from school after her fees are not paid. Carrie drives over to Pear Tree Cottage and confronts the brothers, insisting that Scarlett wait in the car. Inside the house, Matthew is unrepentant, but the heartlessness of their actions hits Carl. Meanwhile, Scarlett sees Jimmy entering Pear Tree Cottage and decides to follow him. She overhears them say that Tom was her father, and after confronting them, runs off. Jimmy tracks her down and takes her to Tom's grave.
Scarlett marches round to Home Farm for a frank discussion with Jimmy. He pleads for his sister to believe in the brothers' innocence over Tom's murder, but during their conversation Jimmy lets slip the extent and circumstances of Tom and Carrie's affair. Right on cue, Carrie arrives with a further warning to Jimmy to keep his distance, but instead Scarlett turns on her mother.
Shadrach becomes something of a menace for Zak with his constant digs about the 'affair'. When Rosemary arrives to find them arguing she makes the situation worse for Zak by planting a huge kiss on him and telling Shadrach that his brother is a master in the bedroom.
After the stress of the hearing, Jimmy is delighted to have some time to talk with Scarlett. Back at Home Farm, Carrie prepares to cut a deal for Scarlett's inheritance, despite Rosemary's objections. However, as pen touches paper, Scarlett interrupts them, declaring that she wants a relationship with her brothers.
Donna wakes with a bad cold, but it is a blessing in disguise when the Dingles' septic tank overflows. After she breaks down in the café, Viv insists that Donna moves into the Hopes ' for a break. Marlon does his best to get Donna to look on the bright side but is hurt when she remains with her family. In The Woolpack, Eli seizes on his brother's obvious depression and offers him the chance to get some easy money.
Marlon feels even worse after discovering Donna's wedding ring abandoned on the building site. After Donna returns to pack more clothes, the thought of Eli's scheme begins to lure him in. Marlon resolves to cook a romantic meal for Donna in a last attempt to persuade her to stay, but she decides to stay with the Hopes.
Marlon can't believe his ears when Eli reveals they're stealing from the Kings. Eli is adamant that it's too late to back out and Marlon watches in horror as Eli smashes a truck through the gates of the haulage yard and speeds off into the distance.
Victoria sees Jasmine present Jack with a newspaper article relating to his trial for Sarah's murder. When she searches the library archive herself, she's shocked to read about Jack's arrest. As the Sugdens prepare for Victoria's 13th birthday party, she returns home and demands to hear Jack's version of events.
Perdy is outraged at Gray's plans to buy a racehorse with Hari and forces him to pull out of the purchase. Hari is gutted, and despite the state of the books at the Vet's, decides to 'borrow' company money to pay for the horse.
Kelly overhears Matthew and Carl discussing Jimmy's proposal to make Carrie a director in King & Sons and assumes he's going to pop the question. After getting herself dolled up she bursts in on the Kings' board meeting and realises her error. Later, Kelly admits her mistake to Jimmy but he surprises her by producing an engagement ring, but drops it in the river!
Matthew is appalled to learn Jimmy and Kelly are engaged, but Carl offers his support. Heading over to Viv and Bob's, Kelly is disappointed to find they're also unenthusiastic about her news. Bob accuses Kelly and Viv of forgetting about Dawn, and when Kelly insists she'll marry Jimmy without Bob's consent, he responds by refusing to let her become the twins' godmother.
Perdy confirms Katie's suspicions and admits she's pregnant. When she falls from a horse, Katie rushes her indoors. Paul overhears Katie telling Chas about the fall and dashes over to see Perdy, who tells him she's had a miscarriage. As Perdy's pain grows worse, Paul takes her to hospital, and asks Jonny to get a message to Gray. When Gray arrives at hospital, he's told Perdy had an ectopic pregnancy and must undergo a hysterectomy to save her life.
Gray worries about how Perdy will react to the news of the hysterectomy, and is reassured by Paul. As Perdy wakes up, Paul makes his exit, leaving Gray to break the news. Perdy tells Gray the baby was the only thing holding their marriage together, and asks him not to let Rosemary know about the hysterectomy. Back at Victoria Cottage, Gray confides in Paul that his and Perdy's dream of starting a family is over.
Paul and Katie worry about Perdy when she seems cool after the operation. Paul urges Gray to stay by his wife's side, but she dismisses his words of comfort and shocks him with her belief that their relationship won't last. Later, Gray seeks reassurance from Paul and professes his love for Perdy. Paul persuades him to try again with Perdy.
The villagers awaken to find that the escaped cows have destroyed their floats. Alan expresses his delight that the pageant will have to be cancelled, but Louise is furious and hurls an accusation of sabotage down his throat. Belle watches guiltily as Alan contends with the villagers' scornful comments.
Matthew seeks to confirm his plans for Mill Brook Cottage and calls a board meeting, unaware that Jimmy has decided to pitch it as a home for Carrie and Scarlett. When Matthew interrupts the viewing, Carrie is furious at being caught in the middle of the Kings' game. Jimmy insists that he wants them in the village, but at the board meeting Matthew throws his weight around and demands that his wishes be adhered to.
Scarlett is thrilled with a tour of her new home. She asks Carrie if they can lodge at Home Farm while the work on Mill Cottage is finished but is told no. Chas is puzzled by Carl's odd reaction to recent developments and he worsens when Chas invites Carrie to stay at Dale View instead.
Eric invites David into partnership on a property development, but becomes suspicious when he discovers one of Del's false fingernails on his desk. He decides to install a security camera in the office and is appalled when it records David and Del using his computer and then mixing business with pleasure
Eric arrives late in the office after a night drowning his sorrows and lies to David about his absence. When Sam talks about his devotion to Samson, Eric schemes and plots to set-up a bogus housing scheme with Reg to entice David.
Belle develops light fingers and pockets a packet of sweets from the Post Office. Once back home, Lisa is shocked to discover Belle's latest criminal act and frogmarches her back to the shop to admit her crime. Viv looks to be taking the latest confession graciously until Belle's speech of apology inadvertently reveals that Lisa called Viv a silly, deluded cow.
Roxy is pleased to get some time with her dad. After a drama filled morning Bob serves her up some lunch in the café. After starting to wolf her food down she quickly comes a cropper when she turns blue and begins to choke.
Andy feels pulled in every direction by his responsibilities to Jo, Sarah and the farm. He finds solace in The Woolpack to drown his sorrows. Later, he drunkenly attempts to get into his car but Billy cons the keys from him, warning that he shouldn’t drive in his condition. A fight ensues and Andy punches Billy to the ground.
Andy continues to allege that Billy attacked him. Diane, having witnessed Andy's behaviour in the pub before the incident, is suspicious of Andy's story and Daz urges her to go to the police. Meanwhile, Matthew goes to see Carrie with a business proposition, only to find Jimmy already with her. Jimmy is surprised to see Matthew and begins to feel sidelined by his new relationship with Scarlett. Matthew later puts his plan to Carrie that the two of them turn the vicarage into flats. Elsewhere there's high jinks at the Dingle's when Paddy falls victim to a whoopee cushion and a ‘suspect’ cup of tea. Unwilling to subject himself to any more tricks, he returns to the caravan only to find that Zak and Shadrach have filled it with hay. Stepping up a gear, Paddy later retaliates by glueing their boots to the floor whilst they sleep.
When Carl interrupts a meeting between Matthew and Carrie his reaction is all too transparent and Matthew quickly cottons onto the fact that the two have history. Realising that Chas isn’t party to that information, he warns Carl that there’ll be hell to pay if she finds out. Carl concedes that it's better to come from him and he reveals the one night stand with Carrie to Chas. Bored with life Paddy re-enrols at college. When he comes face to face with Rita, he is confused when she accuses him of not calling her. When it's revealed that the number was smudged, he's thrilled when she gives him a second chance and they arrange a date for the next evening. After Jimmy let him go, following his no show due to his arrest, Billy is left high and dry without a job. When Val suggests they take him on at the pub, Jack is forced to put his foot down.
After a heavy night's drinking, a hungover Carl tries to make things up to Chas, but she isn’t interested. She runs into Carrie who tries to assure her that she's no threat to their relationship. Feeling somewhat appeased, Chas decides to go home and accept Carl on his offer of a day out, but they end up fighting more than ever.
David is Katie's knight in shining armour when he fends off a drunken Hari at the Kings' party. Katie is noticeably shaken after the incident so David offers to take her home. An innocent goodnight kiss soon gets out of hand and they get intimate behind The Woolpack. However, a sudden noise startles them; when they go to look for who might have seen them, they find nothing.
Rosemary finally cracks under the weight of Matthew's insults and slaps the mouthy King. Zak stays at work to comfort her while Lisa worries about her husband's whereabouts. Zak returns home to face Lisa's wrath.
Del offers Lisa a friendly ear to discuss her problems with Zak and Rosemary. Following Del's encouragement she goes to clear the air with Zak but finds him comforting Rosemary once again. Rosemary gives Zak a pen knife belonging to her first husband and Zak later lies to Lisa that he found the pen knife in Seth's hide.
Lisa finally confronts Rosemary and accuses her of sleeping with Zak. She admits her fears that Rosemary has usurped her role in the family before physically attacking her.
Louise fears that Boomer will be tested for drugs before his race, but Gray is delighted to learn that Boomer's odds are long, giving him and Hari the opportunity to make a fortune.
Rosemary forces Gray to tell her everything about the horse scam and it gives her a brainwave. She visits Hari offering to write off the debt for a small favour. Hari is intrigued and goes to Home Farm to learn more, only to be confronted by Gray. Gray tells Hari that his end of the deal would involve testifying against the Kings, thus implicating them in Tom's murder.
When Hari is summoned to Home Farm by Grayson, he is instructed to tell police that he overheard all three brothers talking about how to get rid of the murder weapon when they stayed at Dale View on the night of Tom's death. Grayson further insists that Hari get somebody to back up his statement. Turning to Louise, Hari shocks her by relaying the false story. Meanwhile, as the costs of the Christening continue to rise, Bob throws caution to the wind and continues to splash out on the big day. Elsewhere, Laurel is obsessively cleaning, determined to impress her parents, but Ashley confides in Emily his worries about his wife's unwillingness to relax. When Emily lends her support and pitches in with the cleaning, both Laurel and Ashley are grateful for her help.
Laurel is beside herself with nerves as she prepares lunch for her parents and when Ashley invites Betty and Sandy to join them, her anxiety rises. An unexpected visit from the Bishop, leaves Laurel with yet another mouth to feed and with literally too much on her plate, she begins to panic. However the lunch goes well and later as she and Ashley toast the day, their relief turns to distress when the police pay a visit. Meanwhile, the pressure of organising the christening starts to take its toll on Bob and when Viv swans off shopping leaving him to babysit, his stress only increases. Panicking about his financial situation, he makes a phone call about a loan but is astonished at the cost of taking one out. Elsewhere, Rosemary is annoyed that Hari has enlisted an unsuspecting Louise to corroborate his story and refuses to pay him until the King brothers are behind bars.
There's panic at the Hopes when news of Ashley's sudden departure filters through, leaving no-one to conduct the Christening. However, there's good news when the Bishop steps in at the last minute. However, as one problem is solved, another crisis emerges when he's horrified to discover that Kelly's picture has been used on Dawn's new headstone.
As the Bishop stands in for Ashley at the Christening, he is alarmed to find 9 godparents gathered in the church. Bob continues to be beset by problems and ropes Marlon and Terry into finding a cake. Realising that he doesn't have the money to pay the caterers, florist, sculptors and bakery, Bob goes into meltdown. As he stands at the font he flips and dashes out of the church and runs away, with Jamie hot on his heels. Elsewhere, the King brothers are stunned to hear Hari and Louise will be testifying against them. Knowing they must be lying, Matthew confronts Hari and demands to know who put him up to it. Meanwhile, Carrie is shocked to hear of Louise's evidence, and warns Jimmy to keep away from Scarlett as his future looks so uncertain.
Jimmy suggests to Kelly that they try and help find Bob for Viv - his true intention to go on the run ahead of Kelly's hearing the following day. Oblivious to his plan, Kelly agrees to go and packs a bag. Meanwhile, Jimmy pays Scarlett an emotional visit to say goodbye, the former not realising his intentions. A stunned Carl catches him leaving and fails to dissuade him from going. Humiliated that Bob has done a runner, Viv lies to the disbelieving villagers that he's away on business. Whilst a sympathetic Donna attempts to support Viv at home, Jamie is busy trying to convince Bob to return home. Elsewhere, Laurel's worried to find her dad's hospital bed empty and freshly made. However she's soon relieved to find him by her mum's bedside.
The villagers continue to discuss Bob's disappearance and with Kelly's hearing that day they begin to wonder where she and Jimmy could have vanished to as well. Meanwhile, the couple arrange to buy fake passports but are conned by the unsavoury character doing the deal. After a confrontation, Kelly has a change of heart and tells Jimmy that she can't live as a fugitive. Meanwhile, Eli finds Billy a job stacking shelves in a Sheffield supermarket. Desperate for work, Billy has no choice but to accept the job and consider making the move. Elsewhere, news of Laurel's parents' crash reaches the village and Edna and Betty are surprised to see Ashley return alone. Meanwhile, Emily is concerned for his welfare.
Jamie tries to talk sense into a dejected Bob, whilst at home Viv is upset, wondering if she's to blame for his disappearance. Jamie's words fall on deaf ears when Bob insists that he always messes things up, and is nothing but a failure. Jamie loses patience and admonishes him for leaving people in the lurch – including him when he was a child. Elsewhere, Matthew tells Scarlett that Hari’s evidence is false and alleges that Rosemary framed them. Jimmy tells Scarlett that Louise has done it out of spite after Matthew dumped her. Meanwhile, Debbie’s displeased when Eli enlists an unsuspecting Daz to help him collect dodgy car parts, and warns him not to breathe a word about their bent dealings. However Debbie has more to worry about when Len rumbles her crooked ways.
Kelly and Jimmy are worried when their solicitor warns them that prison could be a realistic consequence for her crime. Kelly is hysterical in court when she hears that she's been given a twelve-month sentence, suspended for two years, clearly having not paid attention to what this actually meant. Elsewhere, Terry is stunned when Louise reveals that she's testifying against the Kings. She insists that she's telling the truth but he reminds her that at one point she’d offered to lie for him thinking that he was the murderer. Had she overheard the Kings, she wouldn’t have suspected him. Meanwhile, Jack is shocked to learn about Debbie’s dodgy dealings from Len. When he fronts up to the garage, she plays dumb and silently warns Daz not to say a word.
Carrie alerts Louise to the rumours that she and Hari are being paid to lie in court. Carrie's words place a seed of doubt in her mind about what they’re about to do. She talks to Hari about her worries. Concerned she may withdraw her statement he drastically proposes to Louise. Elsewhere, Matthew remarks to Carl that Jimmy’s getting noticeably itchier and seems to be clutching at straws to get off the hook. He is infuriated to discover that Carl knew of Jimmy's abandoned plan to run away. Matthew voices his suspicions that Jimmy's behaviour is looking more and more like that of a guilty man. Meanwhile, when Jack tells Debbie he wants out, she is thoughtful and after a quick phone call to Scott, tells Eli that he's happy for her to buy Jack's share.
Eli is annoyed when Debbie refuses to give him the promised commission for his part in their latest scam. Debbie is furious when Eli enters The Woolpack wearing Scott’s suit and threatens to pay a visit to Viv in the post office, if he doesn’t get his commission. Later when the two share a drink at Tug Ghyll, Debbie agrees to pay him, but not all at once. The tension rises as Eli moves in for a kiss. Elsewhere, Eric realises that it’s only a matter of time before David leaves with the money and becomes increasingly agitated and cancels the girls’ lunch hour. Del reacts angrily and David panics that things are getting too heated between the two. When the cheque arrives for their house, Pearl is filled with renewed vigour for organising the wedding of her dreams. She is determined to have the works, including bridesmaids, but is left unsettled when Edna shows a distinct lack of enthusiasm.
Eric makes comment to David that he and Del seem very pally considering he sacked her from the factory only the day before. Whilst David brews up, Eric takes the opportunity to sneak a look in his pocket at the printout he saw him hastily secret there, and is devastated to see two flight tickets booked in Del and David's names. Meanwhile, conscious that her time in the village is coming to an end, Del takes the opportunity to tell Chas how much she likes her. Sharp as a tack, Chas is immediately suspicious and accuses her of doing a flit. Meanwhile, Edna asks Viv if Scott’s made his return, as she thought she heard him and Debbie laughing in the cottage the night before.
Reeling from the news that David slept with Katie behind her back, Del and the Dingles decide on how to get revenge on him. Meanwhile, Eric implores David not to leave, telling him that his arrival in the village was the best thing that ever happened to him. Bob is joined by a mysterious down-and-out called Errol. Eager to dispense advice, he warns Bob that he left home 18 years ago and wishes he could turn back time. Struck by his words of wisdom Bob decides he wants to come home. Elsewhere, Paddy laments the loss of Rita, pondering whether she was the one. Marlon encourages him not to give up and drives him to the art college. However he is once again left dejected when Rita snubs him in the corridor.
Eddie and Bob meet up for a heart to heart. Eddie tells him that Viv doesn't want him back and is furious with him over his behaviour. Bob declares that he really misses his wife and children but Eddie stands firm and tells him to give it some time. Elsewhere Paddy, with Marlon's help, springs a surprise on Rita at the still life class in a bid to woo her back. Meanwhile, Louise is upset when she discovers Terry's taking TJ on holiday while she'll be giving evidence. She panics and says she needs him in court. As Grayson fusses over Perdy in her return to work, Paul can't help feeling less enthused about his own relationship with Jonny. David and Eric reach a détente following Del's flight with their money.
Louise continues planning for the engagement party at the Woolpack, but Kelly's comments over her 'rent a witness' role and absence of an engagement ring, start to sting. When Louise also raises doubts over their whirlwind romance she confronts Hari who attempts to reassure her. However it's Paddy's revelations of financial irregularities at the surgery that send her world into a spin. Meanwhile, Eddie turns on the charms with a vulnerable Viv and it looks like he's making in-roads - but just as he's about to make his move, Jamie interrupts proceedings. Elsewhere, Sharon is excitedly preparing for Dan's forthcoming visit to the village but her demands at the B&B begin to rub Louise up the wrong way.
Louise spends a restless night before deciding to confront Hari at the surgery. His answers don't convince and when Louise reveals she's not going ahead with her evidence after all, Hari loses his cool. A vicious fight breaks out which only ends when Paddy appears and pulls Hari off Louise. With blood streaming from her head Louise runs and jumps in the car to Hotten, revealing to Scarlett her intentions to speak to the police.
Matthew continues to harass Jimmy, convinced he's the guilty brother. Carrie meets up with Scarlett and they head for court in time to hear the brothers plead "not guilty" to conspiracy to murder. But a shocking revelation from outside the court turns the case on its head. Meanwhile, as Louise's life hangs in the balance Hari keeps guard at her bedside with the intention of keeping her quiet if she regains consciousness.
The King family is still in shock with everyone locked in their own private thoughts and grief, as they come to terms with the previous day's events. Will the Kings recover from this latest tragedy to the community? Elsewhere, Donna tells Marlon she's made her first official arrest. Eric is amused when she warns him he has a faulty break light, calling her ridiculous. In Keepers Cottage, Pearl learns what the cause of Len's death was - he had a heart attack. She frets about what caused it and wants to be left alone. Meanwhile, in the shop flat, Eddie invites Viv out for her birthday tomorrow. Jamie worries about their closeness. Jamie sits with Jasmine in Café Hope and is pleased that he's received a parking ticket, as he now knows where “the king of the runaways” is.
Jamie lures Viv to the park and she is horrified to be confronted by Bob. Egged on by the mysterious Errol, Bob pours his heart out to Viv and begs her for another chance. When he realises that Eddie lied to keep them apart Bob is furious but Viv tells him it's over. She returns to the village with Bob and Errol in hot pursuit.
Jo continues to struggle with her isolation in the village but brightens when Andy tells her he's brought the solicitor's appointment forward. Later, when Jack witnesses another stand-off between Katie and Jo in the café he urges Andy to do something. Andy asks Katie for a divorce, but Jo is narked to see them together in The Woolpack.
Jo is full of apologies for Andy after her untimely announcement but secretly worries about the state of their relationship. Further problems arise when Katie rescinds her agreement to the divorce because of Jo. However, Jo's mood lightens when Sharon invites her on a pamper day with her and Dan's friends. When Dan hits on Jo, she rushes out, leaving a bill for 400 pounds. Later, Andy admits that he would love to marry Jo and she is delighted, before Sharon hands her the outstanding bill.
The Dingles up the ante in their feud with Eric by leaving some manure outside the factory. Determined to strike a fatal blow, Eric finds that the building site is on unclaimed council land and makes a deal with the Kings to sell it. Donna is furious when she finds Eric waltzing around the building site later, but when she tries to get rid of him he reveals his scheme. Meanwhile, Jo is blissful as she dreams of getting an engagement ring but soon gets brought down to earth by the memory of her debt.
Marlon is pained to see that Eric's scheme is legal and the Dingles cease building work immediately. Donna loses it and storms round to the factory demanding Eric's head on a plate. Marlon tries to mediate but they are forced to leave and end up arguing in The Woolpack. Zak overhears and visits Eric, intending to impart his own form of rough justice. However, he is also frustrated and gives Donna and Marlon the bad news. Also, Jo and Gray continue to discuss the goat's milk idea despite Andy's continued objections. When Jo admits her faux-pas with the rent Andy is enraged and fumes at the prospect of asking Jack for financial support. While speaking with Jack, the topic turns to Jo's plans and Jack stumps Andy by siding with her. Andy admits his doubts about having Rosemary as a business partner so Jack throws his lot in.
Edna and Pearl are anything but united in their grief over Len's death. With the man they loved gone, they continue to wage Woolpack war over his memory. And when Edna realises Pearl hasn't invited her to the funeral, she's fuming. However, Pearl's addled with alcohol and ready to give as good as she gets. Meanwhile, Donna announces her intention to become a full-time police officer to bring in more money. Elsewhere, Jo is confused by Jack's offer to invest in her goat milk scheme. However, when her future father-in-law tells her the idea could net a fortune, she's flattered into agreeing.
Edna sees Alan, Danny, Marc and Tara on the morning of Len's funeral and shocks them by saying that she won't be attending the funeral. However, as the congregation later gathers, the tension rises when Edna does in fact make an appearance. Pearl makes an emotional speech, and as the villagers toast Len's memory, she is vexed to find Edna alone at his graveside. Furious, Pearl confronts her and the two argue. Meanwhile, Daz is delighted to have his dad back in the village. The ex-con is thrilled with his new job at the garage and when Val offers him accommodation it seems as though all his prayers have been answered. And Rodney touches Sharon's cold heart when he gives her an antique locket ahead of her wedding. Val, however, is furious with her ex for playing such a big role in the WAG wedding and snipes about the pendant's authenticity.
As Pearl says goodbye to Danny, a watching Eric is reprimanded by David for invoking his eviction plan so soon after Len's death. Pearl is in despair when she receives the eviction letter and when Edna kindly invites her to move back in with her, she stubbornly refuses. With the prospect of being left homeless,
It's the morning of Sharon’s wedding and Val is about to put a spanner in the works when she overhears Dan having a whispered phone conversation about a transfer. She enlists Jasmine to find out more and Jasmine discovers that the footballer will be leaving his current club. A blundering Val blurts out the news during the service and an astonished Sharon thinks it means he'll be on a pay cut.
David flirts with Jasmine, but an interfering Debbie can’t resist getting in on the act and after a few snide comments, sends Jasmine packing. Debbie does a little flirting of her own with a responsive David and when Lisa spots them she takes Debbie to one side and warns her that David's a womaniser. Eli promises to sort out Debbie when Lisa shares her worries, but a smug Debbie is amused that Eli is bothered about her possible attraction to David.
Rosemary returns to the village from Dubai and resolves to stand her ground and move back into Home Farm. Despite Gray's serious reservations, Rosemary attempts to get back into the house, but she ends up in a violent showdown with the King brothers.
Carl realises that he needs to push Chas out of his life to protect his terrible secret about the murder, but it breaks his heart to do it. Carl confronts Chas and tells her that she's a tart and a liability and he doesn't want her in his life.
Carrie offers Rosemary a snippet of information on the Kings and a grateful Rosemary reveals that she bribed Hari to give a false testimony at the Kings' trial. Rosemary is outraged when Carrie reveals that she has secretly recorded their conversation and demands she leaves Home Farm immediately.
Billy plans a night out with Val to take his mind off Diane and they go to the pictures. When the film is finished, Val moves in for a cheeky snog and Billy is happy to respond.
Marlon secretly decides to bet all £3,000 from the sale of the building materials to win the £20,000 he and Donna need for a deposit. Marlon heads down to the bookies and he can hardly believe his luck when he wins.
Perdy is starting to feel suffocated by Rosemary's presence in the house and she's furious when Gray asks Rosemary to arrange the catering for some clients instead of her. Perdy invites Paul and Jonny to the dinner party in a bid to wind up Rosemary and butts in on the catering.
Gray is worried about Perdy's erratic behaviour following the trauma of her hysterectomy, especially after her outburst at the dinner party. Gray suggests that his wife try counselling, but Perdy refuses to contemplate the idea and instead insists that she can control her mood swings with tablets
Marlon and Eli turn up to do the job at the bookies in a stolen car, but Marlon is horrified when Eli reveals that he's brought a gun. The brothers argue and Eli goes into the bookies alone but Marlon is worried when Eli takes his time. Marlon walks in to see Eli threatening the manager and a customer with the gun and he tries to grab the weapon.
Marlon is rushed to hospital after the shooting and Donna is terrified that she may lose her husband, especially as her father Vic died in similar circumstances. Marlon's heart stops and the surgeons battle to revive him. Meanwhile, a devastated Eli tells Debbie what he's done and when he learns that Marlon is critical but stable, he bursts into tears. Viv is horrified when she hears the news about Marlon and rushes to the hospital to support Donna.
Donna is overjoyed when Marlon wakes and it looks like he's going to survive the shooting. Donna is proud when Barraclough turns up and announces that Marlon is a hero as he tried to prevent a robbery. But Eli arrives at the hospital and panics when he sees Barraclough, while Marlon fudges describing the armed robber as best he can.
Eli tries to make amends to Marlon, but Marlon is still furious with his brother, and he's forced to cover for Eli yet again when Barraclough turns up with more questions. Marlon is filled with guilt when the grateful bookie turns up to give him his winnings and Donna is disappointed to discover that Marlon went behind her back. Marlon tells Eli that he wants to tell Donna the truth about the robbery, but Eli warns Marlon that he'll destroy him if he tries to confess.
Ashley is lonely in Mulberry Cottage with Laurel away now that Jasmine is staying with Debbie, but Emily is on hand to provide him with support. Sam is worried about Emily's obsession with the married vicar and he expresses his concerns, but Emily accuses him of being jealous. Ashley cooks Emily dinner but Sam's words have hit home and an anxious Emily makes her excuses and dashes out, leaving a confused Ashley.
David struggles with his conscience on the day that Pearl is due to leave Jacobs Fold and he delays the bailiffs and sends Pearl for a drink in the cafe. Pearl overhears the bailiffs badmouthing her and she's furious. She storms back to the house and barricades herself in. Edna happens to be in the house and she surprises Pearl by offering to help her with her protest.
Marlon and Donna prepare to battle it out on the day of the auction for Tall Trees Cottage, but they're worried that they will be outbid, despite the money they have from the bookies and well-wishers. The Dingles spread rumours amongst the punters about subsidence and hauntings in a bid to help them out, while Zak and the Dingle men tie up Eric to prevent him from bidding. Despite David's best efforts on Eric's behalf, Marlon and Donna win out, and they finally have a home of their own.
Louise is in a panic when she wakes up next to Jamie and she's paranoid that if their night of passion is found out she'll hear no end of it from the local gossipmongers. Louise forces Jamie to hide in the wardrobe when Terry calls out to her. But when Louise and Jamie are left alone they can't resist going back to bed. Diane wakes up on her birthday and is treated like a princess by Jack, who showers her with presents.
Jamie and Louise can't resist each other, but agree to keep their affair clandestine and Jamie arranges a saucy rendezvous in the ice cream van with champagne and strawberries. But Louise is horrified when Donna comes across them and she swears Donna to secrecy. Jamie is hurt that Louise seems to be embarrassed about their liaisons.
Pearl and Edna struggle on with their sit-in but without any electricity or water, it's clear that they'll soon have to leave the house. A guilty Eric is forced to agree to have a word with the council on Pearl's behalf but secretly pushes bailiffs Norm and Lenny to get rid of her. Pearl finally admits defeat when they manage to flood the house.
Terry discovers that his dad Duke was attacked by local youths and guilt gets the better of him. He visits Duke's house and is alarmed to see boarded-up windows and smoke damage.
Perdy determines to go back to work at the stables, but Gray is concerned that it's too soon. Rosemary is comforting and books Perdy in to see the doctor. She fixes Perdy a drink to calm her nerves, despite Perdy's protest that she's on medication.
Perdy worries that she can't remember anything about damaging the car and she lets Rosemary take her to the doctor's. Later, Perdy insists on cooking dinner and a devious Rosemary feeds her another of her pills. Rosemary contrives to make Perdy lock herself out and Gray returns home to find a panicky Perdy hammering on the door and Rosemary dealing theatrically with a burning pan.
Diane is miffed when Val brags about her upcoming holiday with Billy and she's evasive when Billy later asks her how her own holiday plans are coming along.
Kelly is outraged when Sharon gets the Foxy Cosmetics contract over her and she tells her agent Ricky he's fired. But Ricky reveals that he's got a much better deal for her and she's been signed up to be a promotions girl touring the world with a motor racing team, Team Fortissimo. Jimmy is perturbed when an excited Kelly lies to Ricky that she's a single girl when he points out that the team don't like their party girls to be attached.
Chas is hurt by Carl's rejection and at Paddy's birthday party she snogs Eli in a bid to wind him up. Chas then follows Carl into the toilets and begs him to give their relationship a chance. Carl gives in to her kisses, but when Chas mentions bringing Rosemary down for Tom's murder, he panics.
Carl and Eli wake up after a night in the cells and Eli is released without charge. Barraclough takes the unorthodox decision to re-question Carl about Tom's murder and suggests that Matthew is the killer. Carl is about to crack and confess all when Vaughan interrupts, angry about Barraclough's continuing obsession.
Debbie demands that Eli replace her broken TV but there's more bad news to come when she gets a call from Jasmine, who has found the cottage ransacked. Eli calms Debbie down and tells her she'll be able to claim on the insurance and she twigs that he 'burgled' the place to help her out.
Debbie hides her hurt at being abandoned by Eli the previous night and when Chas questions their relationship, Debbie makes out that it was a one-off. Chas realises Eli has feelings for Debbie and warns her to put Eli straight. When Debbie sees Eli she doesn't hold back and viciously tells him that he's a loser.
Eli is stung when Debbie doesn't apologise for her hurtful comments and instead demands the return of her stolen belongings. Debbie is furious when a grinning Eli reveals her smashed up stuff. Eli gets drunk and rolls into Marlon and Donna's just as they're welcoming Lilith's boys.
Perdy starts packing for her trip but she has a fright when she discovers a mysterious pile of babygrows and hysterically accuses a bemused Betty of leaving them there when she was cleaning. Gray reveals that he found the babygrows in the attic and asks Perdy where she got them from.
Marlon is weary of Eli constant demands, but he's forced to give Eli, Sam and Shadrach a free fry-up. But when Eli asks to store stolen goods at Tall Trees Cottage, Marlon puts his foot down and tells him that he can't risk jeopardising Donna's career in the police. Marlon gives Eli enough money to hire a van to store the loot and tells him to stop the threats.
David is chuffed when he asks Jasmine out on a second date and she invites him to hers for a drink. But their evening is interrupted when Debbie arrives home and Jasmine asks Debbie to stay for dinner. When Debbie sees Jasmine kissing David goodbye on the doorstep, she confronts her about her secrecy and encourages Jasmine to put her mistakes with Cain behind her and go for it.
Emily is touched when Sam talks to her about the upcoming anniversary of Alice's death and tells her that he wants to mark the occasion. Emily runs straight to Ashley, who suggests a memorial service, but Sam is angry that Emily has discussed it without asking. Emily takes comfort with Ashley, but she misreads the situation and tries to kiss him.
Emily goes missing and when Paul and Sam find out about Emily's attempt to kiss Ashley, the three men worry that she may do something silly. Remembering her suicide attempt at the lake, they race to find her but they discover a safe Emily, who only came to the lake to think. Ashley reveals that he put in a good word for Emily at the playgroup and has got her an interview.
Marlon and Donna take the boys to the court, expecting Lilith to be sent down, but they're stunned when the case falls through as the main prosecution witness has done a runner. Marlon and Donna are heartbroken to realise that the kids will go back to their mum, while Eli is suspiciously unsurprised about the disappearance of the witness.
Marlon and Donna are devastated as they say goodbye to the boys, who are going to start a new life in Ireland with Lilith. When a smug Eli turns up, Lilith thanks him for his 'help'. Marlon and Donna decide that with the boys gone, they should try for their own family.
Diane is all of a flutter on the day of Billy's return from holiday and she tries to conceal her delight at seeing him when he comes into the pub with Val. After enduring Val's endless boasting about the holiday, Diane gets a moment alone with Billy and he asks for a quiet chat.
Jamie has another secret night of passion with Louise, but he's almost caught out by Terry and when Viv sees Jamie searching for gifts on the internet, she guesses that he's got someone on the go. Jamie admits to Louise that he's struggling to keep things quiet but she insists that he doesn't tell anyone.
Louise is reluctant to go public with her relationship with Jamie, Jack is grateful to Billy for helping Victoria, and a goat runs amok in the village.
Zak has a surprise meeting with an old bare knuckle fighting rival of his, Mike O'Shea, after O'Shea nearly crashes into Zak's van. The pair trade insults and O'Shea challenges Zak to face him in a bare knuckle competition to settle the dispute but Zak is unsure. Jamie is miserable that Louise has dumped him and he confides in Donna. Eli spots them having a cosy chat and he stirs up Marlon, hinting that they may be having an affair
Louise regrets her dismissive attitude towards Jamie and she tries to talk to him, but he's too hurt to hear her out. Donna suggests that she get one of her police colleagues to 'arrest' Jamie and bring him to the pub, so Louise can declare her feelings. When the police take the wrong Mr Hope and bring Bob, Louise is despairing but reveals how she feels about Jamie anyway.
Carrie and Matthew return from their business trip, but the Kings' family dinner is interrupted by a surprise guest. Rodney tries to turn away a mysterious female but she climbs in through an open window, ripping her dress off in the process.
Carl is surprised to find a glum looking Barraclough drowning her sorrows in a bar after she's overlooked for an investigation. Carl can't resist inviting himself to join her and after a few drinks he opens up about his relationship with Tom.
Carl admits to Matthew and Jimmy that he spent the evening getting drunk with Grace and they are furious that he could put himself in such jeopardy.
Matthew is annoyed that Paddy has turned down his offer to buy into the Vet's and he's determined to get his own way. He visits Hari in prison and blackmails him into raising his asking price.
Carl heads out for his date with Barraclough but she's guarded with him at first. She asks why he's been playing games and tries to discover who Tom's killer is. Avoiding the issue, Carl invites her to his hotel room where they sleep together.
Kelly avoids eating breakfast as part of her quick fix diet but she ends up fainting. Kelly is taken to hospital and after some tests, she's shocked to find out that she's pregnant! Kelly is stunned and she covers when Jimmy comes to collect her. She realises that if she keeps the baby, she'll have to kiss goodbye to her newfound career.
Kelly has morning sickness and she's set off when Jimmy cooks her a full breakfast. Scarlett finds her being sick and worries that Kelly may have bulimia. When Scarlett confronts her, she's forced to admit that she's pregnant and she tells the teenager that she's considering having an abortion without telling Jimmy.
Kelly is in turmoil about whether to keep her baby, especially when Rodney tells her that her latest modelling pictures are great. Meanwhile, Scarlett talks to Jimmy and suggests that Kelly is wavering about taking the modelling job as she knows that he wants to start a family. Jimmy encourages Kelly to pursue her dream and she secretly books an abortion
Rosemary ups her plan to send Perdy crackers and she adds more pills to Perdy's dinner. Perdy is fraught when Katie innocently answers the phone in Gray's hotel room and Rosemary is pleased to see her plan working.
Rosemary is delighted when poor Perdy is distraught about her missing kitten and she feeds Perdy with more pills, convincing her it will calm her down.
Chas wakes up in the morning next to her conquest Colin, but she's horrified when it's clear that he's died in the night! A panicky Chas calls Lexi, who suggests that they make a run for it, and they flee to the village.
Carrie is suspicious when it's clear that Lexi has obviously hidden something in the sofa and she finds a wallet stuffed down the back. Lexi arrives in the nick of time and snatches the wallet from Carrie's hands then hides in the bathroom.
Kelly has to lie to Jimmy when he suggests a day out together as she's due at the clinic for her abortion. Scarlett insists on accompanying her and Kelly is grateful for the support. Kelly breaks down at the clinic when she's given the tablet and a worried Scarlett questions whether Kelly should go through with it. Kelly puts her reservations to one side and resolves to go ahead.
Chas is horrified that Colin's widow is after her when Paddy tells her that a 'Mrs MacFarlane' is looking for her. But she soon wonders if Lexi is trying to wind her up and she accuses Paddy of playing a prank.
Chas and Lexi have bonded after their night in the abandoned farmhouse and Lexi confides that she spent two years in a Mexican prison smuggling drugs. When they later return to the village they are confronted by Mrs MacFarlane but they're shocked when instead of haranguing them she gives them cash as a thank you as she hated her bullying husband!
Matthew pays Perdy a visit and warns her not to trust Rosemary. Grayson gets in and is furious to see Matthew with his wife and he tells him to get out. Rosemary guesses from Gray's reaction that Perdy and Matthew have some history and she uses the information to try to convince Gray to get rid of Perdy.
Perdy is stunned when she goes into the attic to find the nursery filled with toys and baby things. Rosemary feigns shock but Perdy is sure Rosemary is trying to send her insane and she locks Rosemary in the attic.
Perdy thinks Grayson has let her down by having her sectioned despite his promises. Perdy insists that Rosemary set her up, but the doctor shows that the baby items were bought on Gray's credit card, which only Perdy has access to.
Scarlett gives Daz the compilation CD and Victoria turns up with Penny when he listens to it. Victoria tells Penny that Scarlett gave him the CD and Penny confronts Scarlett about trying to steal her man!
Carrie tries to get Scarlett to confide about the abortion, but Scarlett explains that she just went to the clinic with a friend. Carrie doesn’t believe her and wants to know who with and Scarlett finally caves in and confesses it was Kelly.
Kelly says her goodbyes to go on her modelling job - but the photographer is surprised to see her and explains she's been dropped. She rushes to Pear Tree Cottage to see Jimmy, but only finds Carrie - who tells her the risk she is playing over her selfish abortion.
Grace investigates Carrie’s assault claim and uses the opportunity to question Matthew about Tom’s murder, still intent on proving he's the killer.
Vikesh forces Grace to break up with Carl and despite his constant calls and texts, she tells him their relationship is over and it was just a bit of fun
Carl sobers up and is appalled that Jimmy has kidnapped him and taken him abroad. With Carl overseas, Matthew visits Barraclough and threatens her that if the affair comes out it will be the end of her career and demands to know what Carl has told her. S
Ryan arrives to tell Duke about his failed trial with York City FC and Terry is surprised to learn that Duke is not the hard taskmaster he used to be. Terry and Ryan go to Duke's estate which is very rundown and Duke answers the door carrying a crowbar. Terry and Duke are soon arguing again and Duke goads Terry into punching him, but after a heart-to-heart Terry convinces him to move back in.
Matthew visits Perdy in hospital and after hearing about everything that has happened to her, he has suspicions that Rosemary was poisoning her.
Marlon is on the defensive when Donna brings up a recent robbery in the area and reveals that she's determined to find out more about it, convinced it may be linked to the raid at the bookie's.
Paul is cold with Jonny for causing a rift between him and Gray and a miserable Jonny apologises to Gray in a bid to make things right. Paul is relieved when Gray apologises for being so touchy and makes it clear that he wants to repair their friendship.
Donna is determined to find out more about the robbery at the bookie's and when she looks at the CCTV tape she sees the robber spraying paint on the camera.
help Eli rob The Woolpack, but he freezes when Eli tries to force the door as memories of the bookie's robbery come flooding back.
Donna is horrified by Marlon's confession and she refuses to believe that Eli didn’t push him into it. Marlon insists that the robbery was his idea, but he tells her that he did it for her and the kids.
Diane and Billy argue about Diane's efforts to split Billy up from Val and it puts them both in a bad mood and Diane ends up having an argument with Jack about Victoria's behaviour.
Diane is even more mixed up after her kiss with Billy and she goes to see him. He encourages her to carry on where they left off and tells her once more to finish with Jack.
Diane announces that she's going to Brighton to stay with Bernice and both Victoria and Jack worry that they've driven her away. Billy discovers where Diane is planning to go and in a desperate move he steals a car from the garage in an attempt to stop Diane at the station.
Debbie and Lexi plan their big jewellery heist and Chas reluctantly agrees to join them as she's worried for Debbie. Chas gets an invite to the party by asking Paul if she can work behind the bar, while Debbie gets her invite after secretly sabotaging Bruce's car than offering to fix it for him in exchange for an invite. Belle prepares for her party at Mill Cottage and Gray entertains the kids with a magic show.
Debbie, Lexi and Chas prepare for their jewellery heist and as the collection is unveiled, the girls clock a necklace to steal. Debbie distracts Bruce, while Lexi causes a blackout and Chas diverts Rodney by spilling champagne all over him.
Jonny's mother Patricia arrives for a quick visit to give her blessing to her son's engagement to Paul. She immediately catches Rodney's roving eye.
Donna is desperate to get Eli out of Tall Trees Cottage and she's furious when he tells Donna and Marlon that he'll only leave if they pay him off. A miserable Marlon considers giving himself up, but Donna comes up with a plan to get rid of Eli once and for all. D
Eli turns up at the warehouse ready to do the robbery and he calls Donna, who gives him a false password to turn off the alarm. Marlon panics when Donna tells him that she's set up Eli to get him arrested and he's sure that Eli will take him down with him.
Zak has words with Marlon and reveals that he knows everything. Zak can't believe how stupid Marlon has been but he agrees to sort things out.
Rodney is suspicious when he finds out that Debbie and Lexi have been hanging around the church and he searches the church for signs of the necklace. Emily mentions that the girls had been trying to get their hands on the communion wine and he confiscates the bottle but he's shocked when he realises the necklace is a fake.
Rodney tells Matthew that he's retrieved the missing necklace, but when Matthew learns that it's a fake, they suspect jewellery salesman Bruce of running a scam.
Carl hangs around outside the police station in a bid to catch Grace, who is still refusing to see him but their brief encounter ends in harsh words.
Rosemary is furious that Perdy is back at Mill Cottage and she puts another malaria tablet in her drink.
Rosemary is determined to sabotage Perdy's attempts to settle back into married life with Grayson and she tells Katie that she found some hidden pills and she's worried about what Perdy may be planning. Katie falls for Rosemary's lies and she tells Grayson of Rosemary's fears. Perdy
Grayson is presented with Perdy's suicide note by Rosemary. Not knowing what to believe anymore, he pays a trip to the doctor who inadvertently informs him that Rosemary visited him to ask for anti-malaria pills for her non-existent ‘trip to Kenya’.
A guilty Rosemary tries to explain to Grayson that everything she did, she did for him. However, as he begins to piece everything together and realise the extent of her campaign, his fury increases.
Zak and Lisa have a meeting with Belle's headmistress to see if there is any way she can stay at the school after the loss of Rosemary's funding.
Lexi gets out of control when she confronts Debbie about the missing stolen necklace, after recruiting Eli to back her up. Lexi punches Debbie as the brawl spills out into the road and the necklace slips down a drain but Carrie is furious with Lexi's behaviour.
Carrie is stunned that Lexi knows her big secret and Lexi admits that their mum told her before she died. Carrie explains that she was only 14 when she got pregnant with Lexi and she couldn't cope with being a mother.
Paul feels sorry for Grayson, who has been in a terrible state since Perdy's departure and he invites him out for lunch. Gray downs the booze and when Matthew goads him about Perdy, Gray storms out in a drunken rage.
Grayson apologises to Paul for kissing him and brushes it off as a mistake but Paul is seems hurt and Gray realises that Paul has feelings for him.
Zak heads off for his big fight with Sam and Shadrach in toe and he squares up to his rival O'Shea. Zak proudly turns down O'Shea's offer of two grand to throw the fight but once the bout begins, Zak takes a pasting.
David's forced to admit to Eric that his business is struggling after being constantly undercut by the De Souzas. Eric refuses to bail him out and withdraws his investment, leaving David high and dry.
Debbie realises that she won't be able to give Zak his loan straight away as she's low on funds, so she decides on a spot of blackmail. Debbie confronts Kelly and reveals that she has a photo of her snogging Eli. Kelly is horrified when Debbie demands cash to keep quiet. S
Matthew follows Carl and he's furious when his suspicions are confirmed and he sees Carl visiting Grace. Matthew phones Grace's boss Vaughan with the news and Vaughan threatens to suspend her.
Grace implores Carl to tell her that Matthew killed Tom, saying once he does they can be together. Carl insists he doesn't love her, prompting Grace to launch into a tirade against Matthew and Jimmy. She's broken when Carl turns on her and delivers the crushing truth that he is the murderer.
Rodney has a heart-to-heart with Nicola and she gets choked up as she talks about her late husband. Rodney is shocked when he sees Mr De Souza's war medal and realises that he must have been in his seventies at the very least!
Diane is shocked when Jack turns up in Margate and insists that they need to talk. Diane feels guilty when a concerned Jack asks her whether her cancer has returned and she realises she has to tell her husband the truth. Jack is deeply hurt when she admits that she had feelings for another man and he demands to know who Diane's secret love is.
Diane and Jack return to the village and Diane finds herself coming face to face with Billy when she's forced to accompany Daz to visit Billy at the prison.
Jimmy heads off on his stag do with Carl, Matthew, Paul and Rodney and the King brothers take the lads to a strip club. Carl and Matthew convince Paul into clubbing together to buy Jimmy a private dance.
Diane begs Val to forgive her for getting involved with Billy, but she promises her that they never slept together. The sisters have a heart to heart, but Diane is terrified that Val will tell Jack and she breaks down.
Jimmy tries to duck out of going to the strip club with Carrie to confront Lexi as he has to go through his wedding vows with Kelly. But the couple are interrupted when a desperate Carrie rings Jimmy and begs him to come along.
Debbie feels lonely when Chas accepts her apology, but makes it clear that she doesn't want to be friends. Eli spots a dejected Debbie shutting up the garage and he talks her into going for a drink.
As Kelly prepares for her wedding, Scarlett hears a ringing phone in Kelly's bag and, unaware that it's Debbie's, answers it. Hearing Debbie launch into a tirade unaware of who's on the other end, Scarlett is inadvertently alerted to the existence of the photo of Kelly and Eli.
Jimmy apologises to Scarlett and Carrie for having a go at them for keeping Kelly's abortion a secret from him and Scarlett hopes the family can get back to normal in the wake of the previous day's events.
Lisa agrees to look after Sarah again and she's secretly pleased when Jo mentions that Sarah was particularly taken with a paper necklace she brought home, although she hides the fact that she let Sarah see Debbie. Lisa takes Sarah to see Debbie at the garage but Debbie turns down Lisa's offer of lunch.
Diane is tense when Billy returns to the village and her emotions almost get the better of her when he comes into the pub. Billy follows Diane home, but Victoria spots them together and she listens in as they discuss their 'relationship'. Victoria is stunned and she reveals the shocking news to Jack, who is incredulous.
Jack is reeling from the news of Diane's dalliance with Billy. Meanwhile, Victoria spots Billy in the village and she tells him he's about to get his comeuppance! Billy is worried and he calls Diane but her phone is engaged as she's talking to Val, who tips Diane off that Jack knows the truth.
Victoria is horrified by Billy's insinuation and in a bid to learn the truth she seeks out her mum's former lover Richie Carter. Victoria asks him bluntly if Jack was responsible for Sarah's death and she interprets his silence as a 'yes'. Victoria returns home and douses the cottage with petrol. When Andy and Jack walk in she threatens to set it alight.
Andy is in a desperate state in the aftermath of the fire and he tells Jo that he wishes he'd admitted to starting the fire that killed Sarah years ago.
Andy and Victoria are interrogated by the police about the fire and Andy is shocked when they ask him if he started it. Victoria, meanwhile, makes out that Andy is trying to blame her for the fire and she puts the finger of blame on Andy in retribution for her mother's death by suggesting that although she poured the petrol, Andy ignited it.
Perdy talks to Gray again about moving to America and she insists that if they move it would speed up their surrogacy application. Gray is non-committal about her suggestion that they leave and Perdy is disappointed.
Katie feels worried for Gray when he admits that he's uneasy about going to America to find a surrogate mum to enable him and Perdy to have a child.
Katie meets up with Perdy and Gray and tells Perdy about her offer to be a surrogate. Perdy is stunned and alarmed by the idea. Katie worries that she's upset Perdy and Gray, but Gray eventually talks round Perdy and they agree to give Katie their approval.
Val asks Eric if he'd like to go on a picnic so they can become properly reacquainted. Eric thinks his luck is in and he's keen to get back together with his ex. Val, however, avoids his advances and she steals his mobile then drives off, leaving Eric stranded. Eric is forced to walk back home.
David is horrified to find out that Eric is back with Val but Eric defends her.
Sam is delighted after moving into Dale View and he organises a housewarming. Emily discovers that Sam has spent well over his budget on the gathering and she sneaks some money into his savings tin. The party kicks off, but a window gets smashed and poor Sam is out of his depth.
Marlon apologises to Donna for putting his foot in it and she agrees to let him back into the bedroom. Marlon cheerfully banks on a night of passion and he prepares a romantic meal.
Jasmine is convinced that Nicola has enticed David into an affair when David disappears off with an excuse about meeting a ‘friend’ and Nicola also announces she’ll be out of the village for a while.
Viv takes delivery of her newly printed books but Bob is still trying to work out how they can repay the loan she took out to pay for them. Viv has limited success flogging the books to the villagers and Bob is horrified when Viv asks Rodney how much it will set her back to have a launch party at Home Farm!
David prepares for a showdown with Nicola, but when Nicola realises the game is nearly up she tearfully 'confesses' to David before he can confront her.
Paddy confesses to Chas that he's worried about what could have happened to as Gray flipped out when he mentioned calling the police. Paddy and Chas do some digging and discover that Rosemary has left all her belongings in the village.
Marlon is forced to apologise to Ross yet again, this time for having a go at him about not protecting Donna.
Donna's confidence has been knocked by Marlon and she is hesitant about going for her police interview. But when Marlon insinuates that she's been carrying on with Ross, an angry Donna has a dramatic change of heart.
Jamie organises another wine-tasting session with Amelia and has to invent an excuse when Louise asks him to collect firewood for the bonfire. Louise sees Jamie with Amelia and immediately assumes they are having an affair.
It is the day of Victoria's court appearance, Louise realises that she might've made a terrible mistake breaking up with Jamie, Ross has a big talk with Kirsty, and Ashley and Laurel celebrate their second wedding anniversary.
Perdy has returned from hospital after the surrogacy procedure, but she is still laid up in bed. Matthew is suspicious that something is going on but he can't get any information out of Katie.
Matthew is determined to stop Perdy going ahead with the surrogacy and he stirs it with Katie by telling her about his fling with Perdy. Katie wonders if she's doing the right thing and when Matthew offers Katie double the cash to back out she talks to Grayson, but he pushes Katie into sticking to her word.
Grayson and Perdy are excited as Katie goes in for the insemination. After the procedure, Gray asks Katie if she would like to move into Mill Cottage with them.
Paul is disgruntled when Rodney talks to him yet again about his commitment to Jonny, but he doesn't admit his secret doubts. When Jonny tells Paul that he'll be out for the night Paul heads to the pub to drown his sorrows.
Paul has spent the night at his mum's and he heads over to see Jonny to smooth things over. But Jonny is devastated by Paul's betrayal and refuses to forgive him.
Eli is wild with jealousy when he learns that Debbie's got a new bloke and Chas realises that he's smitten with his cousin. Eli goes to the garage to see Debbie and questions her about Sean, but she warns him off. Eli is even more miserable when Debbie meets Sean in the pub in a knockout dress and he glumly watches them leave for a meal in Hotten.
Eli is downbeat about Debbie's new relationship but on his bin run, he spots Sean outside a house with what appears to be his wife and children!
Jo is troubled by her deteriorating relationship with Andy and Jack picks up on the tension. Jack tells Jo that Andy loves her and he will need her more than ever if he gets sent down.
Debbie and Eli decide to come clean to the Dingles about their relationship and they head over to Wishing Well Cottage to reveal their news.
Lexi is stunned when she gets an unwelcome visit from an old acquaintance, Lee. Lexi insists that she's put her criminal past behind her and she doesn’t want to get involved in any more dodgy scams. Lee spies an opportunity and he demands £10k instead to keep her secrets from Carrie.
Carrie is stunned when Lexi tells her that she wants the money to walk out of her life and she tries to talk her round. Lexi stands her ground and Carrie refuses to give her the money, and a worried Lexi tells Lee she needs more time, but he threatens to hurt Scarlett. Lexi steals one of the Kings’ goods trucks, but Carl is in the back checking stock and is knocked out when she screeches off.
Carrie tries to get Lexi out of jail, but Matthew wants the book thrown at her. Matthew is furious when Carl gives the police a statement that gets Lexi off the hook. Carrie tells Lexi that they should tell Scarlett that Lexi is her sister, not her aunt, and they nervously return to Brook Cottage to talk to her.
Jamie returns to Connelton View and he is alarmed when he discovers that Viv's rabbit is missing - and Louise is in the house with a kitchen knife and a large pot boiling on the stove!
Gray finds out about Rosemary's abandoned bag and he panics. Perdy is furious that Grayson has been drawn into thinking about his mum once again and she seeks solace with Matthew.
Perdy discovers that Katie has thrown away a negative pregnancy test and it helps her come to a decision about her future. Perdy tells Matthew that she has been clinging to the idea that a baby may save her marriage, but she realises that it's over.
Perdy returns home after her assignation with Matthew and she is stunned and confused when Donna and Katie announce that Katie is pregnant.
Donna is stunned when the police turn up at Mill Cottage and reveal that Rosemary's blood was found on her handbag and they suspect foul play at work. Grayson looks at Rosemary's diary entry for the day she disappeared and it mysteriously says 'MK – MF'.
Ross confesses to Donna that his relationship with Kirsty isn't working out and Donna encourages him to end things with her.
Marlon confronts a shocked Ross and shoves him against a door and threatens him, demanding to know what is going on between Ross and Donna. Marlon takes a swing at Ross but Ross dodges his punches.
Emily sends the village gossip mongers into overdrive when Betty overhears Emily and the Bishop talking about 'telling people their news'. Betty is convinced that they are about to announce their marriage and wastes no time in spreading the gossip.
Jasmine and Miles go to the hospital where Donald is on a life support machine and they hide when they see Nicola. The pair begin to bond over Nicola's catalogue of evil deeds and Jasmine's feelings for Miles begin to grow.
David plots to get Jasmine out of the house and persuades her to spend the day with him. He then steals Jasmine's door keys and sneaks them to Nicola, who lets herself in and succeeds in tempting Miles to start drinking.
Nicola tries to buy up all the newspapers in the shop when Jasmine's story makes the front page but word soon spreads. Rodney and Paul are stunned and a disappointed Rodney tells his daughter that he's moving out.
Jasmine is fuming when she walks in on David getting passionate with Nicola but she hides her upset.
Grayson is horrified when he learns that Donna and Ross came across Rosemary's car abandoned in the bushes close to one of the Kings' properties, Manor Farm.
Matthew tells the police that he's being framed but he's stunned when they show him his own diary with an entry that says 'RK-MF'. The police are sure that this stands for 'Rosemary King – Manor Farm'. Matthew denies writing the entry but with nothing more concrete to go on the police let him go.
Grayson is stunned when his private detective reveals that he has traced Rosemary to Miami and she is masterminding her revenge on Matthew.
Grayson plots to bring down Matthew after discovering his affair with Perdy. Gray spots Matthew's car at Debbie's garage and plants false evidence of Matthew's 'murder' of Rosemary in the car.
Matthew is so incensed about being taken in for murder that he sacks his solicitor when he doesn't feel that he's doing a good enough job. While Matthew waits for a replacement solicitor to arrive at the police station, Grayson sees an opportunity and walks in posing as Matthew's new brief.
Scarlett's birthday dawns and Jimmy convinces Carrie to let Scarlett have a few friends over in the evening, assuring her that there won't be any trouble.
Jo nearly fluffs a business meeting about her goats' cheese when she arrives late and in a fluster. She's forced to ask the manager of the premises to look after Sarah and the meeting goes well.
Andy has a court appearance and when he arrives home he's still in a dark mood with Jo, despite Jo's attempts to make things better. Matters haven't been helped as Andy reveals that he has been ordered to undergo a psychiatric report for the court.
Lisa is stunned when she finds out that Andy has asked Jo to adopt Sarah and she insists that Sarah already has a mum and that is Debbie. Lisa visits Debbie at the garage to warn her that if she goes ahead with Andy's adoption plans she will never be able to have Sarah and could regret it for the rest of her life but Debbie is unmoved and she tells Andy that she's happy for the adoption to go ahead.
Andy is upset when Jo admits that she is unsure about the adoption but Jo tells her that she doesn’t need a piece of paper to be a mum to his little girl.
Eric can’t resist when Rosalind calls him and asks if they can meet up. Eric lies to Val that he is meeting a supplier and he guiltily drives off. Eric tries to tell Rosalind that he is already in a relationship but she doesn’t seem to care and suggests they could have a little fun anyway.
Eli decides to check out what Lily is up to in the polytunnel and Lily finds him sneaking around. Lily realises she's been busted and she admit that she's been growing cannabis plants to help with her arthritis.
Scarlett gets her ‘wages’ from Debbie and she's chuffed when Debbie encourages Daz to take Scarlett shopping. Jimmy and Carrie find out that the pair have gone to Hotten together and Carrie is furious. Scarlett is so miffed at Carrie's interference that Scarlett hints that she's slept with Daz.
Debbie offers to take an upset Scarlett for a coffee after Daz ignores her in the village. Debbie promises to have a word with Daz about his behaviour. Later on, she does so and threatens to sack him if he doesn’t start being nice to Scarlett.
Jimmy and Carl visit Matthew in prison and they're disturbed to see that he's been fighting. Matthew explodes and he demands to see Perdy, railing that Grayson has set him up.
Perdy visits Matthew in prison behind Gray's back. Upset that she doubts his innocence, Matthew presses home the point that the evidence could easily have been planted by a third person and, laying his cards on the table, makes clear his belief that it's Gray.
After much furtive searching, Perdy's suspicions are confirmed when she opens Grayson's briefcase and finds the missing cardigan, and letter from Rosemary proving that she's alive and kicking.
Gray admits to Katie that Perdy has left him for Matthew and she is furious. Katie demands to know where that leaves her as she thought she was carrying a baby for a committed couple.
Grayson confronts Katie and begs her not to abort his and Perdy's baby, but Katie insists that she was having the baby for him and Perdy, not Matthew and Perdy. But Katie has food for thought when Grayson learns some terrible news after the police reveal that Rosemary has committed suicide in America.
David and Nicola plot their future together with Donald's money and Nicola is delighted when the hospital call to say that there has been a change in Donald's condition, assuming that her husband is on his way out.
Jimmy decides to visit his dad's grave, but he is suspicious when he discovers that a fresh grave has been dug next to Tom’s and he heads home to tell Matthew.
1998
Steve take drastic steps to end his fiancee's blackmail troubles. He follows the blackmailer to his home and strikes a deal - a one-off £10,000 payment. He tells Kim that the blackmailer handed over the incriminating video which he says he has destroyed. With her troubles seemingly behind her, Kim wants to start organising their wedding. Chris explains his reasons for wanting to be involved in Tony's outdoors activities centre to Lady Tara. By offer access to Oakwell and Home Farm land they can tap into a percentage of his profits.
Jack drops Robert and Andy off at school. Neither of them is very enthusiastic. Andy asks Jack why he was sleeping in the spare room this morning and Jack makes up the excuse that he was snoring. He then sees Rachel walking into school for her first day as school secretary. Roy answers the door to Betty who has come round to clean for them. She then makes an insensitive remark about Jan and Ned goes mad. He orders her out of the house. Marlon is wearing Kathy's dressing gown. He seems to have settled in at the cottage and shows no sign of leaving. It is Zak's birthday. His candles have been placed in his fried breakfast. Lisa and Mandy give him a shirt and Sam has bought him a cyber pet. He explains that it is an electronic pet and Zak is disappointed until Sam tells him that Butch and he have got a special present for him after breakfast.
Paddy and Zoe are confronted by angry farmer Outhwaite brandishing a shotgun. Steve hands a safe-deposit box key to a puzzled Zoe. He tells her to keep it safe and only retrieve it, if anything happens to him. Marlon confronts Butch about the rock hurled through his caravan window the night before. Tony is in deep water with his wife Becky after re-mortgaging the house to fund his activities project.
Zak proposes to Lisa. Little does she know the gold ring he presents her with was found in his pig, Priscilla's sty. Kim is forced to recount the whole sordid affair of the 'lady of the lake' to Steve. But he tells her he still loves her. Kelly turns her attentions to Roy again.
There are wedding bells at the double around Emmerdale as both Kim and Lisa announce their big news. But trouble is never far from Kim, and when Zoe fails to get some answers from Steve, she rushes off to open the mystery package he entrusted her with and finds the incriminating video of Kim inside. Meanwhile, Kelly comes to terms with her pregnancy.
Sam is feeding Priscilla. An angry farmer comes looking for her claiming that she belongs to him. Paddy walks in as Zoe is putting the video into its envelope. She is not in the mood when he jokes around. Then he tells her that it is her turn to organise the area party. She tells him to do it. Matthews (the farmer) wants his pig back. he shows Zak that the third finger on his left hand is missing. The pig bit it off and his wife then sold it. Zak refuses to sell. Marlon walks out of his caravan straight into a grave dug by Butch. He has even put a cross there. Marlon pretends not to care, but he does.
Marlon is still sleeping as Butch starts to destroy the caravan. Mandy tries to talk to Kelly as she leaves for work, but Kelly doesn't want to listen. She has made her mind up about the abortion. Butch has smashed up the caravan and left Marlon dangling from the roof. He refuses to help him and warns him to leave the village or he'll be hurt next time. Betty reminds Zoe that she has not been paid for last week. Zoe doesn't seem to think it is important and Betty goes off in a huff. Chris arrives. He wants to know what is happening with the video tape. Kim wants Steve to meet her in Hotten at lunchtime. She reminds him that he hasn't given her his wedding guest list yet. Zoe wants to take the video to the police. Chris does not think that they will help. She insists on having her own copy.
Viv wants to know why Kelly is suddenly friendly with Mandy as she phoned for her first thing this morning. Kelly dismisses Viv and goes off to work. Betty meets Biff as he goes to the shop. She wonders where he is staying and he lies to her. Robert and Andy are embarrassed by Jack's clothes and do not want him to take them to school. Marlon is starting to enjoy squatting. Kelly has met up with Mandy. She is going to ask Chris for the afternoon off so that she can go and see a doctor. Kathy is getting annoyed about all the food that is taking up space in her freezer. It was left over from the aborted food programme evening. Tara turns up to go wedding dress shopping with Kim. Lisa tells Vic that she is marrying Zak. She also asks Becky if she can do Tony's conversion job. Chris and Zoe talk through their visit to Daniels.
Zoe has not slept all night as she has had all her illusions shattered about her father. Chris can't believe that she has taken Daniels' word for it that Frank killed the lady in the lake. Robert and Andy are planning something for Jack and Sarah tonight. They ask Ned to make sure that Jack is in the wine bar at 8pm. Kim asks Steve about his guest list again. She makes a joke about his mum and Steve tells her that his mum and dad are dead. He claims to have no living relatives. Vic insists on taking Viv out tonight. He pays Kelly to babysit. The TV researcher does a recce at the wine bar. Everyone is trying to get in on the act. Betty wants a starring role. Jack asks Ned how he is coping without Jan. he claims that you can now get a cooked breakfast out of a tin, so he is alright. Chris is in a foul mood when he arrives at work.
Jack comes down in the morning to find Sarah sleeping on the sofa; she obviously spent the night there because she could not face actually sleeping with Jack and apologises. The Picture This TV Company van arrives. Zak is revving his van up outside the Wine Bar. He is hoping that he will be paid to keep quiet, but panics when one of the production team offers to fix it. Lyn calls at Tenant House. Marlon is in a flap about the programme. He doesn't know what to wear. Zak thinks that he is going to get money to move his van, but he is just given a pair of tights to fix the fan belt. Zoe is looking over one of Kim's horses. Kim is more interested in talking about her wedding arrangements. She and Zoe agree to call a truce and use the wedding as a new start. Chris is furious with Zoe and snaps at Kelly.
Zak is still furious with Butch blowing the fuses with the spotlight that he stole from the TV company. Eric and Marlon are desperately trying to clear the kitchen up before Kathy comes into work. Mrs Hibbert used all their crockery. Eric blames Marlon for all the chaos. Paddy calls to see Mandy before he goes to face Outhwaite again. He is thinking of talking to Kim about him, but Mandy warns him not to. Zak is worrying about where he is going to get the money to pay for the booze at his wedding. He has spent the money that Lisa gave him. Paddy lends him £20. Kim asks Chris if he would like to be an usher at her wedding. He replies sarcastically. Kelly is late for work, but she tries to be smart about it with Kim who gets the better of her.
Biff and Marlon have spent the night in the back of Alan's Range Rover. Seth finds them and takes them over to Betty's for breakfast. Sarah is still fuming about Biff and Marlon breaking into the cottage as she drops Robert and Andy off at school. They talk about Outhwaite and his wife. Their imaginations have been running wild on how Outhwaite has disposed of her body. Andy wants to go and have a look around, but Robert is scared. Zak is nervous on his wedding day. Lisa goes off to get ready at Betty's. She reminds him that he hasn't got a best man. He goes running off next door to see Ned. Firstly he asks him to tie his bow tie for him and then asks him to be his best man.
Andy and Robert discuss their visit to Outhwaite's last night. Andy wants to go again, but Robert is scared. Lisa and Zak share a swing. Mandy interrupts them and Zak realises they want a woman chat. Mandy tells Lisa that she is not going to the vets do because she has nothing to wear and she does not want to let Paddy down. Zak overhears. Roy has shaved off his moustache. Ned refuses to go and see Jan again and Roy despairs of him. He calls him selfish and Ned changes his mind. Zoe is showing Becky round the surgery. She tells her that the daily surgery times are 10am and 4pm. Paddy brings her some flowers. He then breaks the news to Zoe that the party tonight is at the Woolpack. Zoe is furious and wants to change the arrangements
Mandy is anxious that Paddy does not change his mind about them living together. She wants him to go and view some new flats in Hotten with her but he seems happy to stay living at the Dingles though. Kelly is off work again and Roy visits. She is really awful to him. Andy still wants to visit Outhwaite's again. Eric tells Dee that he and Sam are going to a house sale in Robblesfield. He is leaving her to do all the work at the wine bar. Mandy is unhappy that Paddy is settled at the Dingles. He says that they should save up and move somewhere in the summer and this placates her. She does mention however that the Dingles will have to have a family conference before Paddy can move in. Ned tells Sarah that Jan is coming home for a visit soon. She is pleased for him, but he is worried about the bad memories at home
Andy has taken the stolen old money with him to school so that Jack and Sarah will not find it. Robert thinks that they should take it back. Tony has ordered some waterproof jackets for his centre. He supports Will when Becky has doubts about him working at the wine bar. Kelly catches up with Mandy and is angry with her for telling Biff about the baby. She is still determined to convince Chris that the baby is his. Ned has hidden family photographs ready for Jan's home visit. Marlon and Lyn kiss. Paddy interrupts them to tell Lyn that her grandad is not well. He gives her a lift up to see him. Kim has had some house details sent to Chris from estate agents. He rips them up. She wants him out of Home Farm before she marries Steve.
Paddy is moving out of Betty's and has loaded up his car; Betty is sad to see him go. Butch has forgotten to put spark plugs back in Zak's van. Mandy is still hurt by Kelly's remark about her being a joke. Lisa comforts her. Paddy arrives at the Dingles. Zak has a good look at all his belongings and then asks him to drive him down to the village. Tony has had some more equipment delivered. He is confident that the business will be a success. Paddy has had to drop Sam and Butch off at work. Zak then expects him to drive him to Hotten. Kathy gives Biff a free breakfast. She asks when he is going to stop mourning Linda. Eric is planning a trip to Outhwaite's. Kim tells Butch to put up her new bed which has just arrived. Zak is taking advantage of Paddy. Kim asks Steve to sort out Outhwaite for her. Kelly is wearing her new dress for work. Roy comes in the office to talk to her. He tells her that he knows that she is pregnant and then offers to help her.
Tara arrives home after a night out at a ball in London. She has been accompanied by an old friend. He comments on the fact that she is wearing real diamonds. She tells him that she will have to take them back to the bank as they are not insured. Mandy's Munchbox is now a hen house. Zak is moaning at the hens because they have not laid any eggs. A helicopter flies over both the Dingles and the Glovers. Tara takes off her diamonds and puts them in the safe. Lyn arrives at Marlon's in a bit of a state. She immediately wants a cuddle. The helicopter flies over the Dingles again. Zak decides to follow it. Lyn is upset because her mum and grandad are still not reconciled. Tara is in bed when someone creeps into her room and puts their hand over her mouth. Kim taunts Chris about his lack of love life. The mystery intruder turns out to be Lord Alex Oakwell. He claims that his life is empty without her. She pleads with him to leave her alone.
Chris tells Kelly that she is needed at Oakwell Hall today for the press launch of the activity centre. Kim refuses to let her go though. She also tells Chris that she and Steve will be away tonight. Kelly thinks that this will give her and Chris an opportunity to talk. Butch bursts in on Mandy and Paddy. She sends him away so that she can be alone with Paddy, but then Betty arrives. She has brought Paddy's post. She finds his bleeper and missing sock for him. Tara and Chris look over the assault course. They await the press. Biff has got a trial job as Eric's new delivery driver. Kathy has bought a reading book for Sam. Mandy and Lisa tidy up Mandy's flat. Mandy finds some pickled bits of animals in a box. Kelly calls round and waves a white flag.
Paddy is having to throw out his specimen animal organs which he rescued from the incinerator at vets school. Butch wants to look after them. Rachel has had to ask Chris to look after Joseph for the day because her childminder is ill. Viv and Kelly have a rare nice moment together. Kelly then sees Mandy and tells her that she has told Chris about being pregnant. She is waiting for his response. Tony is ordering his first group of managers around in the village. Butch and Sam have set up a freak show. Kelly refuses to look after Joseph for Chris. Kim takes over. Steve finally comes to see Kim. She is fuming with him for his involvement with Alex. Zoe visits Outhwaite. Kelly demands to know what Chris is going to do about her pregnancy.
The Hutchinsons are at the hospital. Outhwaite has had a heart attack. Lyn is worried about his farm. Mandy is put off when Paddy wears the same socks for two days. She is still considering a new career. Sam tells Paddy that Heather has phoned. Rachel invites Kathy out tonight. The Cairns want to know why Will is enjoying working at the wine bar. Kelly arrives at work to find Chris making an appointment for her at a private clinic. He is going to take her there himself. Lyn has been trying to sort out Outhwaite's cows. Paddy turns up. Kathy wants Sam to have another reading lesson tonight. Mandy is late for work again. Paddy reads the letter from Kim evicting Outhwaite. He decides to talk to her. Mandy tells Alan that she wants to resign from the Woolpack today. He thinks that she is angling for a payrise, but she is just bored and wants to do something new.
Rachel tackles Chris about his relationship with Kelly. Will is secretly making a card for Dee on his computer. He gets back to his homework when his parents come down. He starts to ask his dad about Dee and Eric. He wants to know what she sees in him. Tony realises that Will must fancy Dee. Rachel tells Chris that she thinks he is pathetic. She thinks that he is exploiting Kelly. Chris feels no guilt. Vic and Viv notice that Kelly is smiling for once. Chris tells Rachel not to moralize to him after her affair with Jack. He claims that he is enjoying himself. Paddy finds Sam behaving suspiciously in his car. He has got an exercise book and a pen. Chris has told Kelly that Rachel knows about them. Eric thinks that Dee has been to disloyal to him by taking sides with Will. Betty overhears. Sam shows Kathy his homework.
Paddy is late for work. He has been up all night with indigestion after the offal meal. Mandy has also been complaining about his snoring. Dee spent last night on the sofa. She is still really upset with the way that Eric has been treating her. He refuses to apologise to her though. Will arrives and asks Dee to meet him later. Emma pleads with her dad to let her keep her horse Delilah. He claims that they cannot afford the upkeep. Kim and Steve row as he rushes off to work. She wants him to help her organise the wedding catering. Betty and Kathy sympathise with Dee. Jack invites Sarah out for a meal. Tony tells them about Emma's horse which is currently squatting on their land. Mandy is teased as she wears a face mask. Sam talks about Watership Down and rabbits and Lisa starts singing 'Bright Eyes'.
Sarah is being cold towards Jack. She refuses to let him help her on the farm. Tony is still adamant that Emma cannot keep her horse. He notices that Will is wearing his aftershave. Mandy does not want to take up Mrs Taylor's offer of selling underwear, but Paddy doesn't want her to offend Mr Parker because he is an influential vet. He tries some psychological tactics on Mandy. Zoe takes the opportunity to speak to Kelly. She lets her know that she knows about Kelly's pregnancy. She doesn't want her to have an abortion. Kelly tells her to mind her own business. Becky tells Eric that Will is not ill when he enquires. Jan is coming home for a visit today. Ned asks Jack about their romantic evening. It is obvious that it was not a success. He thinks that Jack is trying too hard. Kelly tells Chris that she is scared about the abortion.
Emma is feeding Delilah. Tony tells her again that she cannot keep the horse. Kelly has been sick this morning and Donna asks what is wrong. Kelly is about to tell her when she ends up having a major row with Viv. Kelly storms off and even Vic admits that Kelly is in a terrible mood recently. Sam shows Kathy his homework. He asks for a lesson tonight. The Hutchinsons visit Outhwaite in hospital. Heather still doesn't want to take care of him when he leaves hospital and he doesn't want to be near her. He sends them all away. Kelly finds Emma and discretely asks her about giving birth and whether it hurts. As they are talking, Butch appears and tells Emma that he may have a solution to the Delilah problem. Jack asks Kathy to look after the children tonight. He is planning a romantic meal for Sarah. Chris has decided that he definitely wants Kelly to have the baby.
Kelly has spent the night at the Dingles. Paddy has had to spend the night on the floor. Mandy is sympathetic to Kelly, but tells her to sort herself out. Vic is storming round blaming Chris. He refuses to see that Kelly got herself in this mess. Donna has overheard their rows. She just wants her sister back. Jack is upset about last night and Sarah's coldness towards him. They row. Chris snaps at Roy when he asks what he should be doing at work. Rachel arrives at the Cairns with some volunteers from the school (Lyn and Dean). Tony tells them that they will be working with kids on probabtion. Zak is shocked when Sam turns on him for never teaching him to read. Chris has come to the Dingles. He tells Mandy that he wants to see Kelly. Lyn tells Will that Kirsty has been talking nonstop about him all night. He doesn't want to take her out again. Dean assures Tony that he will behave himself.
The Glovers are given some good news when they are told Jan can return home for a couple of days. But Ned can't help feeling that she might be better off in hospital. Jack tells Sarah that if they have any future together she will have to learn to trust him again. And tempers flare at Home Farm when Vic attacks Chris for sleeping with his daughter Kelly.
Kim is furious that Chris has given Kelly her own private quarters at Home Farm. But even Kim is lost for words when Chris announces Kelly is pregnant with his child. Marlon, Lyn, Will, Kirsty, Dee and Eric go roller-blading with hilarious consequences. And Mandy reveals to Paddy that Biff is the real father of Kelly's baby.
A group of Young Offenders led by teenage tearaway Paulette arrive in Emmerdale for Tony's Outdoor Activities Course. A tense situation arises when Sarah forces Rachel to discuss her affair with Jack. Mandy's first Lingerie Party goes down a storm. Marlon discovers Dee and Will in a compromising position.
Tony organises an assault course competition between the villagers and a group of young offenders from the city. Jack and Sarah manage to repair the cracks in their marriage and start to look towards a brighter future. Kelly turns to Roy for support. However she is unprepared for his reaction.
Mandy is wracked with guilt over breaking Kelly's confidence and telling Paddy the true identity of the baby's father. Lisa helps Jan to overcome her fears of returning to Emmerdale and facing the villagers. And Marlon manages to persuade Eric that he should have his own signature night at the Wine Bar.
When Mandy invites her best customers to an exclusive lingerie fashion show, Butch and Sam decide to try and gate-crash the event along with Paddy, Zak and Terry. But they are caught sneaking in by a burly security guard. After give it some thought Mandy decides they must redeem themselves by parading on the catwalk. Meanwhile, Sam finds himself in Dingle heaven when he escapes and unwittingly hides himself in the catwalk model's changing rooms. It's the final day of Tony's Outdoor Activities Course and the teams decide to use some underhanded tactics to win the event. Young Offender Nick tries to sabotage Dean's team. But Dean fights back and with the help of Paulette and Emma, they take Tony's van to get ahead.
Kim tells Kelly not to get too comfortable at Home Farm as Chris is only using her. Later, Kim flies into a rage when Jan turns up at Home Farm to give baby James a present. Meanwhile, Tony is enraged when Chris informs him that he has appalling business sense and to safe guard his investment he is taking control of the bookings for the Outdoor Activities Centre. And Becky begins to become disillusioned with her marriage and turns to Zoe for comfort. However, Zoe is shocked by Becky's interpretation of the situation.
Paddy and Mandy are ecstatic after spending a snore free night together. They have given Sam a lift into the village. He meets up with Eric and as they walk back to the wine bar the postman gives Eric his post. Sam notices that there is a foreign letter addressed to Mr & Mrs Pollard. Eric puts it in his jacket pocket claiming under his breath that it will be another begging letter from the Philippines. Kim tells Chris that she has had plans drawn up to convert Outhwaite's farm into 3 flats. He approves. He tells her that the Anderson Engineering Corporation from Los Angeles are coming over for a management training course. Kelly interrupts them to say that she feels sick again and wants Lyn to come over and keep her company. Jan thinks that Ned and Sarah have been ganging up against her to get her to go to the village.
Butch and Seth have been sent to Outhwaite's farm by Kim to assess the situation. Paddy looks out of the window. Butch tells him that he has got trouble waiting at home - Mandy. Chris and Kelly are organising the drinks party for the American executives tonight. Kelly talks Chris into inviting Tony and Becky tonight. Outhwaite is suspicious when Paddy telephones Mandy. She is furious to discover where he has been all night. Kim is determined to get the builders into Outhwaites. Steve makes her wait for Seth's report. Rachel tells Kirsty, Lyn and Emma off about the forged notes. Seth tells Kim that Paddy is dealing with Outhwaite. The bills are mounting up in the wine bar. Dee insists that Eric pay. He then lets slip to Sam that the letter that he opened yesterday was saying that Dee's mother is ill in the Philippines.
Chris is distraught to discover that Kelly has lost the baby. His first reaction is to find out exactly what happened. But when he confronts Kim she denies that the incident had anything to do with her. Will cannot believe his eyes when he discovers his mother Becky and her boss Zoe in a passionate embrace. Consumed with anger, he confronts his mother and demands to know what is going on. Later Will turns to Dee for a shoulder to cry on. While she is comforting him, her husband Eric watches unnoticed. Biff's patience is growing thin and it is not long before he informs his new housemate, Farmer Outhwaite that he must be out by the end of the week.
There are problems at Kathy's Tea Rooms when the cellar floods and the fire brigade are called in. Irate Eric's first reaction is to blame innocent Will. But he is surprised to find his wife Dee defending the young lad. Paddy reveals to Biff that the baby Kelly lost was his. Will tells Zoe that he saw her kissing his mother Becky. He threatens to tell his Dad, unless Zoe stays away from his mum.
Mandy asks Paddy to run her to Hotten market so that she can sell her FunGlam gear. He tells her that he is busy today. They start to have a row about money and Mandy tells him that she wants them to start sharing all the bills. Biff moans to Lyn about her grandad. Marlon and Lyn try to talk him round. Tony is glad that it is the last day of the course. Becky is quiet. Dee and Will meet up outside the tearooms and Eric sees them again. Kim tells Steve that she wants to go and see Kelly. Steve doesn't think that that is a good idea and offers to talk to her himself. Eric checks the mail for letters from the Philippines. He puts one in his pocket. He confides in Kathy that he is worried that he is losing Dee. Kathy tells him to take her out somewhere really special. Outhwaite has walked up to Jack's. He lets slip that he is living in Annie's Cottage.
Becky's bombshell is too much for Tony and he makes plans to leave for Germany. But before he goes he decides to have a word with Zoe. An intense argument erupts between them which threatens to turn to violence. Paddy tries to calm down the situation but regrets getting involved when Tony punches him. Tony demands to know where Becky is but Zoe blocks his way. Tony grabs her by the collar and pins her against the wall, but Becky arrives just in time and throws a vase at Tony before slapping him. Will walks through the street and spots his parents running out of the surgery. He runs over and tackles his dad to stop him from hitting Becky. Will later confronts Becky and reveals that he protected his dad from a guilty conscience and tells his mother that she deserved a slap. He reminds what her favourite film Brief Encounter is about and she cries.
A knock at the door of Eric's flat brings bad news for Dee - her mother had died. When she confronts Eric he admits that he has been keeping letters and phone calls secret from her. The news is too much for Dee and she tells Eric she's leaving him. Jan gets a surprise visit form journalist Helen Ackroyd asking her to give her side of the story concerning the abduction of baby James, but she is terrified and hurries inside. Helen harasses Jan through the door, but Zak leaps to Jan's defence and tells Helen to go; even speaking into her tape recorder that he won't be responsible for his actions if she doesn't leave. Emma overhears a conversation between her mother Becky and Rachel. She is shocked to learn that her parents have split up. Jack offers Farmer Outhwaite a job at Emmerdale Farm.
Eric's world is falling apart, his wife Dee has left him and not even Kathy's intervention can persuade her to return to him. Dee tells Kathy that she can never forgive Eric for preventing her from seeing her dying mother - she's going home to the Philippines. Will begs Dee to stay and offers her a new life with him, but is left heartbroken. Eric races to the airport to try to change her mind but to no avail. Eric returns to the village as Will is being thrown out of the Woolpack by Terry and Alan for causing a fight with Marlon and, full of rage, attempts to mow Will down, but is stopped just in time by Terry. Eric confronts Will, telling him that he got what he wanted, but Will retorts by saying that Dee was a prisoner and never loved Eric. Ned is approached by journalist Helen Ackroyd for his side of the story concerning the abduction of baby James. Kathy misses the company of dashing fireman Jez. When she asks Rachel for a drink that evening she declines saying she has work to do.
There is trouble in the Windsor household when Vic discovers £30 is missing from the Post Office till. Viv blames Kelly. But, when Viv confronts her, the cunning teenager turns the situation to her advantage. Will relents and tells Emma that their parents have split up because her mum has been having an affair with Zoe Tate. Steve offers Kelly a pay-off to say that the miscarriage was caused by an accident, and no-one else was involved. Paddy is unhappy to learn his mum is coming to visit him. He tells Zoe his mother will criticise his lifestyle.
Vic's attempt to resolve the resentment between Viv and Kelly fails when the two women begin to argue violently. But there is suddenly silence when Scott returns unannounced on leave from the army. Tony offers Emma and Will a home in Germany. But when Becky tries to talk to him, he tells her he's here to see the kids, not her. Miserable Sam admits to Kathy that he fears any woman he likes will never be more than a friend.
Steve runs into dire financial problems and turns to an old friend Sal, for advice. But his solution leaves Steve with a real problem - his dad. Rachel and Kathy discover that they are both being two-timed by fireman Jez. The girls resolve to make him pay - by going on a double date with him! Ned and Biff decide to give journalist Helen Ackroyd their side of the story concerning the abduction of baby James. But Biff starts to have second thoughts. Paddy's mother arrives in the village. While at Betty and Seth's, Lisa arrives and invites Mrs Kirk to a family meal. Later on at the Woolpack, Betty tells Mrs Kirk about Zoe being a lesbian, leaving her in shock to the point of yelling it out loud to the whole pub. Becky tries to repair her broken marriage. And although Tony accepts some responsibility, he refuses to back down on the job in Germany. Emma overhears the conversation and is shocked when she hears Becky say that she wants a divorce if Tony insists on going to Germany.
Kathy and Rachel hatch a plot to get revenge on two-timer Jez. But the unlikely intervention of Sam threatens to destroy all their hard work. Paddy is surprised when a night out with his mum at the Dingles turns into a resounding success - that is until a police officer enters to arrest Sam. Sal warns Steve the money raised from the sale of his dad's house is not enough to get him out of trouble. Unless he finds a new way of financing his business it will be destroyed in a couple of weeks. Tony manages to persuade Becky to move to Germany with him. But Emma and Will are not so happy. And Eric is finding life difficult without Dee who has left him and returned to the Philippines.
The future looks bleak for Sam Dingle when he appears in court charged with assault. And he does himself no favours when he refuses to apologise for attacking fireman Jez. Jan's worst nightmare comes true when she opens the morning newspaper to discover a story accusing her of being a menace to children. And she is knocked for six when Ned reveals that he was the source. Sparks fly between Paddy and his mother when she tells him that he is throwing his life away with a girl like Mandy. Will refuses to move to Germany with his parents. But Jack comes up with a solution to his problems - he can stay in Annie's Cottage.
Steve devises a plan to solve his financial problems and it involves wife to be - Kim. He invites her to his new office complex, and she in turn asks to be financially involved in the company. Zak, Lisa and Butch cause havoc at Marlon's Fish 'n' Chips night when they refuse to pay their bill. Jan is confronted by an angry Kim who warns her to stay away from Home Farm. Mandy tells Paddy that she is not ready for marriage and children. She wants to be a mum, but first she also wants to achieve something with her life.
Jan is humiliated by Viv when she goes to collect Alice from school. Viv tells the other parents that Jan is the woman who kidnapped the Tate's baby. Ned wonders why Jan can't keep her head down. She retorts saying he betrayed her by talking to a journalist. Kim decides to take out an injunction against Jan to keep her away from baby James. Kim's solicitor advises her against putting her fortune into Steve's business. But to Steve's delight Kim ignores this advice and tells him she wants in. Lyn agrees to go out with Scott for a night - on the proviso that they go as friends. But, the night turns to passion. Chris asks Kelly if she will be returning to work soon. But she informs him that she has not intention of coming back.
Jan's life is turned upside down when she receives an injunction preventing her from going near James. Steve can hardly contain his excitement when Kim signs the papers making her full partner in his business. Eric is in for a real shock when he is questioned by the police about serving under-age drinkers. Chris is left crest fallen when Kelly tells him that she has no intentions of rekindling their relationship. Scott admits to Lyn that he is not interested in a relationship - last night was fun, but that's all. Emma tells Will that she has run away from her parents in Germany and she has no intention of returning.
Eric is furious with Marlon for his mismanagement of the Wine Bar. Not only is his reputation in tatters, he's also facing the loss of his licence. Emma tells her mother Becky that if she is forced to return to Germany she will run away again. Zoe offers Kelly the receptionist's job at the surgery. But the teenager can not help but wonder why Zoe has thought of her. Steve offers to help Kim with the financial management of Home Farm. Lady Tara visits Steve's father to invite him to his son's wedding. But she is outraged to discover that Steve has thrown his father out of his home and moved him into a bedsit. After being offered retirement by Steve, Seth decides to make ends meet by helping the Dingles with their latest scam.
Chris and Zoe investigate Steve's new business venture. And it is not long before they realise Steve is up to no good. Jan tries to persuade Kim to remove the injunction against her. But her efforts are futile and even her husband Ned refuses to help. It's the last straw and Jan decides that she can no longer live with a man who will not stand by her. Eric is served a Court summons charging him with an underage drinking offence. Kelly begins her first day as receptionist at the Vet's surgery, much to the surprise of Paddy.
Chris confronts Steve and tells him that he knows all about his bogus business venture. He's willing to keep quiet about the fraud but only if Steve sells him his shares in Home Farm. Sal reminds Steve that even with Kim's investment, he's still in financial trouble. Kim tells Steve that she has high hopes for their married life. Not only will they have control of Home Farm and a partnership in a thriving company they will also have security for themselves and James. Ned promises Roy that he won't let his marriage die without a fight. Seth, Zak and Butch's Osprey scam is well under way. But it is not long before the bird watchers begin to get twitchy.
Steve is confident he can solve his financial problems. All he needs to do is gamble all on a high return investment. Sal warns him to be careful with Kim's money. If things don't improve he might be bankrupt by tomorrow. Tara holds a hen night for Kim at a bingo hall. But when the bride-to-be is called to the stage to act as celebrity caller, she has a trick up her sleeve. Lisa's hopes of starting her own business are dashed when she is refused a bank loan. Roy tries to persuade his mother Jan to come home. The game's up for Seth, Zak and Butch when two of the bird wachers complain they're being ripped off. And when Chris discovers their scam he fires Butch and Seth on the spot.
It's the day of the big wedding for Steve and Kim - a day when joy will turn to shock as she discovers some painful secrets. Steve's business is in big trouble and he's in danger of losing everything including his wife-to-be's personal fortune. When the markets pick up after a sleepless night, he has one last gamble to regain his losses. Lady Tara Oakwell gives Steve and Kim another shock when she turns up at the wedding with Steve's father John. Steve is forced to admit to Kim that he had lied when he told her both his parents were dead. He admits to her he's been a fool. As the lavish ceremony takes place Steve's answerphone is clicking furiously as his broker tries desperately to contact him.
Kim flies into a rage when Steve reiterates the company in which she has invested has gone and they are penniless. But Kim decides to stand by her man and together they can try to salvage their business. Instead of going away on honeymoon the newlyweds decide to weather the storm in Steve's cottage. Biff is forced to relive his worst nightmare when he finds Lady Tara in her crashed car. Eric becomes increasingly frustrated with the non-payment for his catering services for the wedding.
Steve tells Kim that it could cost millions to save their financial business. And their predicament grows when Steve admits his business contacts are refusing to deal with him. Ned tries to repair his broken marriage, but he is knocked for six when Jan tells him that their marriage is over. Vic's Salsa lesson is interrupted by Heather - much to the annoyance of Terry. Jack and Sarah wonder how Emma will react to the news that she will have to return to Germany.
The future looks bleak for Steve and Kim. And in desperation Kim decides to try her luck on something she knows about - horses. But will the gamble pay off? Chris tells Eric that he will be lucky if he gets paid for the wedding reception as Steve is in financial trouble. Lady Tara tells Biff she is going to lose her license for dangerous driving and offers him the job as her chauffeur. Zak breaks into a derelict garage looking for spare parts to sell, but he is not prepared for the trouble he gets himself into.
Eric, Biff and Marlon break in to Steve's cottage looking for the money they are owed. But they are surprised by the sight of the hiding newlyweds. Chris asks Tara for a loan to buy Steve's shares in Home Farm. Biff accepts Tara's offer to become her chauffeur. Zak is rescued after a night in the disused garage, but his time in captivity was not wasted and he suggests to Lisa that she should use the garage for her auto-repair business. Vic surprises Viv with his dancing skills when he takes her out for her birthday. And it is not long before the night turns to passion. Ned tells Roy that his marriage is over and they will have to get used to life without Jan. And Emma refuses to return to Germany to be with her parents.
Steve and Kim decide to come out of hiding. But before they leave they are confronted by a furious Alan who demands to know what has happened to his investment in Steve's company. Rachel learns from Alan that her pension fund is lost. Kim reveals to Zoe and Chris that she and Steve are selling their shares in Home Farm. Biff is forced to bite his lip when Lady Tara explains his duties as her chauffeur. Ned is upset when Mandy asks him for Jan's old clothes. Jack tells Sarah that the Cairns have agreed to let Emma stay in Emmerdale until the summer.
Kim tells Steve she is selling her shares in Home Farm to keep them both out of prison. Chris mischievously tells Kim that Steve had promised to sell him his share in Home Farm before their wedding anyway. Kim can't believe that her husband has conspired against her, and in a fit of rage launches into him. Lady Tara tells Chris she is confident that she can raise the money to buy Kim's shares. Rachel and Alan tackle Steve about their lost investments. Ned has a go at Biff for working for Lady Tara.
Steve is confronted by a delegation of investors demanding he returns their money. But they are forced to retreat when Kim calls the police. Kim confides in Seth about her money problems. An evening out for Donna, Viv and Vic is spoilt when Kelly arrives. Vic is furious when he sees Kelly with Roy. Donna goes over to them and asks Kelly to sit with them, but Kelly coldly tells her sister to go away. Viv confronts her and Kelly storms out of the Wine Bar, following by Viv. Kelly says that she doesn't care about the family and spitefully tells Viv that she'll laugh the day she dies, prompting an angry Vic to slap his bratty daughter across the face. Zak steals a generator to help Lisa get her auto-repair business off the ground. But she tells him to take it back - her business will not be built on stolen goods.
It's the anniversary of Frank's death and tempers flare when Zoe confronts Kim at her father's grave. Zak lets Mandy take Nellie's old clothes to Hotten Market to sell. Lady Tara agrees to lend Chris the money to buy Steve and Kim's shares. Trouble is never far from the Windsor household and after last night's confrontation Viv decides to take a holiday from Emmerdale until Vic can pull Kelly back in line. Kathy teases Biff about his new job as Lady Tara's chauffeur. Lady Tara and Biff's relationship is blatantly blossoming and there's a hint of jealousy for Biff between Lady Tara and Lord Thornfield. Terry becomes ashamed of Will for not putting abilities to much use. Kathy has a go at Eric for letting Alice play on his fruit machine. Zak gets Ned to go poaching with him. But they count without the ingenuity of Seth's helper Butch, and his specially-designed man-trap.
There’s friction between Vic and Kelly over Viv leaving. Vic struggles to cope at the shop alone. Ashley advertises a jumble sale at the Village Hall for the 3rd June. Lady Tara agrees to lend Chris the money to buy the shares of Home Farm. Steve tries thinking of a way to pay back his creditors. Kim’s gutted that this could be their last day at Home Farm. Zoe promises to sell Ashley a filing cabinet, but somebody has stolen it. Butch apologises to Zak for accidentally hijacking him by catching him a few rabbits. Betty’s shocked to see Kathy’s rather fancy lingerie on her washing line. Kelly and Zoe confide in one another about losing a mother at a young age. Zoe suggests taking the opportunity to talk to Vic while Viv is away. Betty angrily confronts Kathy in the tearooms about her lingerie. Ashley catches Zak with the cabinet, but Ashley gets the upper hand when Zak is forced to pay him £25 for it when Lisa suspects he’s been stealing again.
Kim and Steve are shocked to learn Lady Tara has made Chris joint managing-director of Home Farm. And his first task is to evict the newlyweds. Kelly discovers an old wedding photograph of her mother and bridesmaid. But will the name and address on the back help her find the answers to her questions? Kelly skives off college to help Mandy with her clothes stall at the village jumble sale. but she is soon searching for an excuse when she is spotted by her boss Zoe. Zak tries to sell his dodgy diesel at the jumble sale. But Reverend Ashley Thomas puts a stop to his money making venture. While Kathy is at the doctors with Alice, Eric mysteriously empties the Tearooms of its furniture.
Kim and Steve move into Pear Tree Cottage. Steve's confidence is hit for six when Kim tells him he will have to stay at home and look after James while she is at work at the stud farm. Kathy regrets leaving poorly Alice home alone when the young child goes missing sparking a search and nearly falls into the pit at Dingle Automotives before being saved by Lisa. Will gets drunk the night before the school rugby final and is in big trouble when he fails to make the game. When he appears too late, he explains to Terry and Rachel that he had a stomach upset, but Terry knows he is lying when he sniffs Will's breath. As a result of the team's loss, Dean attacks him. Terry stops the fight but tells Will he has had enough of letting him and the team down. Lady Tara teases Biff and accuses him of being jealous of her having a date. Tara and Biff catch Butch and Zak poaching and she tells them that they could lose their tenancy.
Lady Tara warns Seth, Butch, and Zak that Seth will be out of a job and the Dingles will be evicted, if there is a repeat. Kelly asks Chris to drive her to London so she can meet her mother's friend. Tempers flare when Jack discovers Will has been lying to him. Jack gives him a lecture, which Will resents. Jack says that he is going to ring Tony so he can make arrangements to bring Will back to Germany. Eric offers to mind the Tea Rooms for Kathy so she can look after Alice. But his kindness is not as genuine as it seems. Mandy and Kelly decide to remove Kim's dresses from Home Farm, egged on by Chris.
Lady Tara is shocked by Biff's behaviour when she asks for his opinion on the birthday present she has bought for Lord Michael. He tries to kiss her and she smacks him hard across the face. Kelly's quest to learn about her dead mother ends in heartbreak when she discovers Vic has lied to her. Eric suggests Kathy changes the opening times of the Tea Rooms so she can see more of Alice, but she knows he has an ulterior motive. Will apologises to Jack for the trouble he has caused. But with the threat of being sent to live in Germany hanging over his head is his effort too little, too late. Paddy fills Zoe's car up with some of Zak's dodgy diesel.
Biff expects to be given his cards for his seemingly unwanted kiss. But his indiscretion has ignited a flame in her ladyship's heart and the chauffeur is in for more than he bargained for. Steve visits an old friend looking for a job. But he's left disheartened when his contact refuses to see him. Vic tells Kelly the terrible truth of how his first wife died. Lisa tells Paddy cheap fuel has ruined the engine in Zoe's car and she is furious to hear Zak sold him the diesel. Mandy tries to sell Kim's designer dresses in the village. Roy borrows the questions for The Woolpack pub quiz.
Biff is confused about his feelings for Lady Tara and when they finally get to be alone they end up in a heated argument. Zak 'borrows' a mobile library in an attempt to find the answers to the pub quiz. But he counted without the librarian being on board. Mandy has to do some quick thinking when she is questioned by a Trading Standards inspector about her clothes business. Steve is forced to look after James while Kim goes to work at the Stud Farm. Kelly refuses to speak to Vic because he has lied to her. Ashley confronts Eric about the storage of his antiques in the village hall.
Biff realises the dangers of "a woman spurned" when Lady Tara is cool with him after their argument. Kim criticises Steve for not looking after James properly while she was at work at the Stud Farm. And tempers flare when she catches him in The Woolpack and accuses him of wasting their money. Kelly is convinced that Viv is responsible for her mothers death. And she gives Vic an ultimatum - he must choose between her or Viv. Zak wins the pub quiz - much to the suspicions of the other contestants. Roy tells Jack he is the mysterious laundry swapper. Eric is furious to learn Ashley has banned him from the Village Hall.
Will becomes the hero of the day when he scores the winning try in the rugby match between The Woolpack and The Malt Shovel. But the celebrations are marred when Zak is accused of stealing an opponent's jacket. And he is left seething when Lisa offers to buy the opposition a round out of Zak's pub quiz winnings. And a bad day gets even worse for Zak when the ceiling in his house collapses on top of him. Vic tells Kelly if she can't accept that he loves Viv she's better staying away. Sarah discovers a pair of knickers in Jack's pocket. It soon becomes clear that it is another one of Roy's pranks. And the Sugdens decide to play Roy at his own game. Betty is delighted to discover she has won a holiday for two.
Steve starts his new job at the Home Farm quarry. And Chris decides to turn the situation to his advantage and tells the foreman not to treat him differently to anyone else. Lady Tara tells Biff she is worried she has cost herself a friend by sleeping with him. Zak tries to twist Lady Tara's arm for compensation following the collapse of his roof. But even the Dingles are lost for words when she offers them accommodation while their ceiling is repaired - at Home Farm. Ashley wreaks revenge on Eric by starting selling the antiques he has been storing for free in the Village Hall.
Zak makes a horrifying discovery when he opens the boot of the classic car his wife Lisa is trying to sell. Worse still, he has to do some quick thinking to put the potential buyers off, until he can come up with a plan to remove the offending item. Lady Tara relives the horrors of her marriage to Lord Alex - who fled the country after the death of Linda Glover - when her final divorce papers come through. She tells her chauffeur, and secret lover Biff she is still plagued by so many bad memories. But Biff, who was married to Linda, tells her she must stop living in the past and move on - like he has. Seth is shocked to the core when he learns that the holiday Betty has won, is for an alcohol free stay in a Health Farm.
Kim is trying to juggle running the stud farm business with bringing up her child James. She is forced to leave the toddler in the care of Roy. But he too is distracted and the youngster toddles off to explore Home Farm. But when he veers towards the river Biff and Lady Tara are at hand to prevent a potential tragedy. Later Biff confides in Betty that he has been seeing Tara. Eric has the tables turned on him when he falls for Jed Outhwaite and Mrs Cunningham's scare and buys the fake Greta Garbo signature for £200. The couple decided to repay the wheeler-dealer after falling victim to his antiques business. And when schoolgirls Kirsty and Donna get their noses pierced, neither realise the trouble they will cause.
Steve is given a rough time at the quarry after Roy tells the foreman their new employee was responsible for cutting overtime on the estate. And his day ends even worse when he gets involved in an argument with Ned which threatens to turn to violence. Zak and Butch finally manage to bury the dark secret found in the boot of the classic car in Home Farm's woods. It's been a close shave for the Dingles - but have they covered their tracks well enough? Kirsty and Donna are in deep trouble with their families and their headmaster for having their noses pierced.
Rachel is forced to do some quick thinking when the police arrive at Kathy's home on an anonymous tip that a young child has been left unsupervised. Jed's plan to get Mrs Cunningham on her own for a romantic meal soon turns into a disaster when a chip pan sets the house ablaze. Donna and Kirsty run out of luck when their headmaster excludes them from school for wearing nose rings.
Butch and Zak are shocked to discover Chris has unearthed their dark secret. But instead of feeling the wrath of the police the pair are left red faced. Biff decides to surprise Lady Tara at a charity meeting. But he is left crestfallen when she emerges with Lord Michael Thornfield. Kathy is convinced Eric is responsible for sending the police to her home. He denies any involvement, but later tells Marlon if she can't cope she should sell her business to him.
Steve gets into trouble at the quarry when he is told to stay behind and do unpaid overtime. But he soon realises the other workers have an ulterior motive - when they give him a good hiding. Biff tackles Lady Tara about her relationship with Lord Michael Thornfield. But the jealous chauffeur is left in no doubt that he is her number one, when she offers to take him to the next function she attends - as her partner. Mandy accuses Paddy of not taking her seriously. He promises support but is not really listening, too preoccupied with planning the village fete with the Vicar. Later, he makes the big mistake of not listening to her and ignoring her so Mandy lies about her being pregnant - with the possibility of it being twins, or triplets or even quads.
Battered Steve is nursing his wounds after being set on by his new colleagues at the quarry. But tough man Steve is determined not to let his pride take a beating too -and turns up for work despite pleas from Kim. When he sees one of his tormentors he snarls he's happy to take him on - one to one - a challenge that is quickly turned down. The quarrymen think Steve worked hand in hand with Chris to bring about changes that cut their wages. But Steve tells one of them they can beat him all they like - but should never link him with Chris. And if that wasn't enough for the down-at-heel Marchant's, Kim is distraught to discover her horse Kaiser is sick. Zoe tells penniless Kim the illness will be expensive to treat. Kelly learns a few home truths from Roy when she persists in blaming everyone else for her troubles.
Poor Alan finally realises two's company, five is most definitely a crowd. But when he suggests homeless Heather puts a little more effort into finding a new home for her family - he could hardly imagine the scenario. His bar manager Terry has pushed Alan into taking action after the cuddly landlord took pity on the Hutchinson's after a fire destroyed their own house. But when Heather returns to The Woolpack late after a fruitless search and pours her heart out to Terry over a night-cap, suddenly the two are drawn together. Kathy finally blows her top at Eric. She's been forced to close down the tea-rooms for a morning after Eric withdrew Marlon's services as chef. Tired and confused Kathy muses her future over a large lunchtime gin and tonic.
Zoe visits the Post Office to ask the Windsors to talk to Kelly about coming home. But when Vic drops by at the vet's surgery his daughter is less than pleased. After all didn't he lie to her about the death of Kelly's mum, his first wife? Kelly mistakenly thinks Zoe will put her up for as long as she wants, but later finds out it was Zoe who instigated the visit. And when the teenagers mouth runs away with her during an argument at the vet, she is told she must be out by the end of the month. Headstrong Kelly packs immediately but neither her best mate Mandy nor confidante Roy can put her up.
You might have thought Kelly had learned something about herself when no-one was prepared to give her a bed for the night. Having left Zoe's in a huff, she ended up sleeping under the stars. But Kelly is still carrying a king size chip on her shoulder, and when Chris fails to persuade her to move back into Home Farm, he tells her there only one place left for her to go - home! But without showing an ounce of remorse for her worried parents the petulant teenager marches back into the Post Office and immediately starts a row with step-mum Viv. And when her dad Vic brings in a celebratory bottle of wine, all Kelly can say is that she doesn't intend staying for long! Steve gets the call from quarryman Micky Bell to say he can join in the theft of stone from the quarry.
Steve seems delighted to be let into the quarry scam after convincing ringleader Micky Bell he can be trusted. And he leads his co-conspirators to believe he can get them an even better deal for the stolen stone than they are already getting through a London contact. But wily Steve, who knows more than a trick or two, turns the tables in spectacular fashion, on the men who only weeks ago beat the living daylights out of him. Kirsty ushers her mum Heather and Terry out of The Woolpack before Alan gets up. She's frightened he'll tell Heather about catching her stealing. When Alan confronts her she says that the food was a poor girl at school who she has befriended. Happy with her explanation Alan lets the matter drop, much to the schoolgirl's relief.
Kim is furious Steve didn't tell her what he was planning at the quarry. And she is convinced his actions have placed her and baby James in danger. But she is relieved to hear that the police expect Micky Bell and the other quarrymen will be remanded in custody when they appear before magistrates. Steve is summonsed to Home Farm where he hopes to be given a better job with a fatter pay cheque. But Chris has something not quite so grand in mind. Kim receives a visit from a police officer who says that all but one of the quarrymen have been remanded in custody. Micky Bell pleaded not guilty and has been released on bail. Suddenly the phone rings. The silence at the other end frightens Klm to the core. Kelly's heart to heart with Donna seems to have done the trick and the youngster trots off to school minus her nose stud. But scheming Kelly has one last pearl of wisdom for her younger sister. And Kirsty is troubled when Lyn questions her about the girl she has been stealing food for.
Romance and revenge are set against the more gentle backdrop of Emmerdale's annual summer fayre. Mickey Bell makes his move on Kim and baby James despite police assurances that the bailed bully-boy wouldn't dare come near. Steve races home fearing the worst when he spots police cars entering the village. Crafty cook Marlon sticks the knife into his conniving boss Eric's back, when he deliberately tips off the police that under-aged drinkers are being served at the winebar. With one recent caution for a similar offence, Eric is lost for words when he is caught red-handed. Kathy and Biff win the dance competition at the fayre while Lady Tara watches on, consumed by jealousy. But when the secret lovers meet later and kiss passionately it's Kathy who's left raising her eyebrows. Summer romance reaches The Woolpack too.
Eric is like a rubber - he just keeps bouncing back. With the imminent loss of his wine bar license he looks to triumph over adversity by tempting Kathy to take it over. But feisty Kathy is having none of it and tells him she doesn't want his license on loan - she wants to buy him out of the business for good! Kathy has other things on her mind - like what's going on between Biff and Lady Tara after chancing on the courting couple. Her bluntness takes Biff by surprise when she asks outright if he's sleeping with his boss. And he is forced to admit that he is. Alan confronts Terry about his relationship with Heather but is told to mind his own business. When the previous night's tips go missing Alan immediately places the blame on Kirsty. His first reaction is to tell her mother Heather, but he is talked out of it by Lyn. Lyn finds Kirsty at the Cricket Pavilion surrounded by chocolate but the youngster says she did not take any money.
Lady Tara admitted she was more than a little jealous when she watched her lover Biff dancing with Kathy at the summer fayre. Now she's determined to make it up to him with a picnic and drinks at her secluded summer house. And she's even laid on a stand-in chauffeur to pick them both up so they can share a glass or two. But their idyllic day is shattered when the couple arrive back at Oakwell Hall to find Chris waiting to deliver some shocking news - her father has died. Terry and Heather decide to come clean to her kids about their relationship. The couple steal themselves to see what the reaction will be only to be left feeling slightly foolish. In typical teenage fashion neither Kirsty nor Lyn seem the remotest bit interested.
Eric has the perfect answer to the threat of losing his license - bribery! His wine bar business could be ruined if he can't find a way to keep his license after being caught for the second time serving under-aged drinkers. So the wheeler-dealer literally cooks-up a plan to swing things in his favour come the licensing hearing. Using all his charm he convinces licensing magistrate Neville Grayson to visit the wine bar and gets Marlon to rustle up a lip-smacking meal served with the finest wine. And for desert - a brown envelope filled with money. Eric is at his ingratiating best as he fawns round his target. But is Grayson corruptible, or will it all backfire? In the finest traditions of her family Lady Tara tries to keep the stiff upper lip following the untimely death of her father. Her lover Biff tries to persuade her not to go to work, but she'll have none of it. But when Kim blunders in annoyed that Tara's late for Stud Farm business, her ladyship can barely contain her grief.
Lord Michael, fresh from a foreign jaunt, arrives like a knight in shining armour to comfort Lady Tara after the death of her father. She's delighted to see him - but Biff is consumed by jealousy. He sees Michael as a threat to his secret relationship and is anything but impressed when he declares he's going to be staying for a few days to look after Tara. Biff's interest in Tara is starting to grate on Michael too and after a terse exchange, the chauffeur is warned his job might be at stake. But when arrangements for the funeral are discussed and Lady Tara tells him Biff will be at her side, the penny finally drops. Eric is fighting to keep his business afloat. After the bribery fiasco he realises his license is as good as lost and is desperately trying to find a substitute. Alan scoffs at the idea when he's approached - but village postmaster Vic is hooked.
Lady Tara sets tongues wagging when she turns up for her father's funeral with lover Biff on her arm. In typical fashion, Chris ponders what it all means for Home Farm. Zoe is more concerned for Biff after the pain he's suffered following Linda's death, while Lord Michael tries to coerce Kim into helping Tara "see sense". But it is obvious that both Biff and Tara share a deep love, and neither is remotely interested in the gossip they've created. Tara believes that her father would have been proud of the way she conducted herself and tells Biff that without him she could not have got through this terrible time. Mandy is struggling to make her second-hand clothes business a success. But Zak and Butch hatch a plot to give Mandy's fortunes a boost - and head off to the holiday village. The cat and mouse game between Eric and Kathy continues unabated.
The village is awash with gossip as news of Biff and Lady Tara affair spreads like wildfire. When Roy tells his dad sparks fly still further. After all it's still only months since Linda died - and his former son-in-law is with the wife of the man who killed her! Ned races off for a confrontation with Biff but is stopped in his tracks by Lady Tara's lawyer Laura Johnstone. Later Biff's pleads with Ned to understand that Lady Tara was an innocent and that he has to be allowed to get on with his life. But it falls on deaf ears. Eric is not having a great day either. As the war over ownership of the wine-bar/tea-rooms hots up Kathy proves she can match him when it comes to being vindictive. She's taken out an advert in the Hotten Courier disassociating the tea-rooms from the wine-bar, which is about to lose its license due to under-aged drinking.
Kim is at her wits-end as baby James life hangs in the balance. The toddler has contracted CROUP and doctors tell her and Steve that while most children survive, this has been a particularly severe attack. Kim lashes out at Steve blaming him for not acting quickly enough. As the bedside vigil continues Chris- who is usually at loggerheads with his former step-mother - offers some sincere words of comfort and heart-felt advice. Lyn has realised something is amiss after learning that her sister Kirsty had been caught stealing sweets from the post office. She catches Kirsty hastily finishing off a chocolate bar in her bedroom and finds a pile of sweet wrappers in the bin. Kirsty claims nothing is wrong but Lyn. realises her sister is clearly ill.
Kim and Steve are overjoyed when they're informed that baby James is out of danger. The toddler has been suffering from severe CROUP which was made worse because the baby was also found to have asthma. Both Kim and Steve are upset with themselves for not spotting James' breathing difficulties which will now have to be treated with daily medication. After everything that has happened recently though, the couple are thankful that James is going to get better and both promise one another they will try to be better parents. Will's day of reckoning at the rugby trial has arrived. Terry has spent weeks putting him through his paces and teaching him tactics. Now it's all down to the youngster to put on an impressive performance.
Kathy is displaying all the business acumen of a seasoned tycoon. She's made an offer to buy out Eric but he's insisted on an independent valuer - who he's given a back-hander to - in return for placing a higher price on the business. But Kathy has double-guessed Eric and arranged for another firm of chartered surveyors to attend at the same time. Eric's man takes fright and leaves. With the licensing committee due to sit, Eric reveals to Marlon his final plan to hang onto his business. He's going to blame everything on Dee's departure and Marlon's shoddy running of his affairs while he was recovering! Chris and Zoe rumble that all is not well with Lady Tara.
Legal-eagle Laura shows Lady Tara exactly why she's worth £150 an hour, she knows that to make the asset-stripping of Home Farm go smoothly she needs to get Chris on-side. Initially Chris seemed as if he'd joined forces with his sister Zoe try to protect the business built-up by their father, But with a little smooth talking and a salary increase he's soon eating out of her hand. Lyn forces her mother Heather to follow Kirsty when she rushes out after a meal. Heather is shocked to see her daughter being sick behind the village hall. Eric loses his final gamble to save his business when magistrates strip him of his license. He looks a forlorn figure as he writes a sign saying that the wine bar is now closed. Eric later tells Kathy to get her solicitor to draw up the transfer of the business - she's won!
Heather tries talking to Kirsty about her bulimia, but Kirsty’s adamant that there’s nothing wrong with her. The Sugden boys fight for Emma’s attention. Eric packs up the wine bar and causes an outburst with Kathy when he loses control and grabs her. Zoe wants to know why Chris has suddenly sided with the opponent and is oblivious to the fact that the evictions are about to begin operation. Roy gives Kim an old teddy of David’s for James and Steve thinks it's emotional blackmail. Robert asks Sarah for advice on how to win over a girl and leaves Emma a bunch of flowers. Lyn tells Kirsty she needs to wake up to the fact she’s unwell so people can help her. Heather’s beside herself at work and shuts Terry out. Zoe sneaks into the stud office looking for answers but is abruptly caught by Laura. Zoe warns Laura that she’s not going to let her destroy Home Farm and in retaliation, Laura says that from now on she’s only allowed to Home Farm via invitation.
Eric has lost his wine bar - and is in danger of losing his marbles too. Cocky as ever, he tries to make as much of a nuisance of himself, as he noisily packs crates, deliberately disturbing customers. Kathy simply wants him out of her hair, now she's in sole charge and Betty and Rachel are both happy to see him down at heel. Eric's sidekick Marlon has twinges of guilt about the way he maneovoured his bosses downfall. Kathy is roundly applauded by customers when she laces into him in The Woolpack but Marlon can sense the depth of his bosses despair as he leaves looking like a real outcast. Later, as Marlon looks for him, he can hardly imagine the horrendous scene he will walk straight into. Meanwhile, Zak turns knight in shining armour to a pregnant woman.
Eric is a desperate and broken man intent destroying the wine bar... and himself. All that stands between him and an untimely end is Marlon who out of a sense of loyalty or guilt has chanced across his boss he prepares to torch his former premises. At first Marlon thinks Eric's doing it for insurance reasons but it becomes painfully clear that in fact he intends to do away with himself as well. Eric threatens Marlon that he'll meet the same end unless he clears off and lets him get on with it. Marlon engineered Eric's final downfall when he lost his license, and his feelings of guilt go hand in hand with a genuine concern for his boss. Deep down he actually does like Eric. Bolstered by half a bottle of brandy he pours out his emotions in a cascade of self-pity and recrimination. Everyone hates him so why should they care?
Marlon is wrestling with his guilt. He knows that his own underhand dealings helped push Eric to the brink. Marlon's sworn to Eric he'll never breath a word of what happened last night, but when he meets girlfriend Lyn he breaks down and blurts out the whole sorry story. Eric meanwhile has pulled himself together enough to sign over the wine bar to Kathy who knows nothing of the drama that unfolded on her premises. Laura and Lady Tara are plotting their next move to raise money to ease the cash crisis on the Oakwell Estate - but they could hardly imagine the hornet's nest they are about to stir. Ned and Roy tell Zoe that along with Kim they're going for blood tests to determine once and for all who baby James' father really was. And Scott astounds his family when he reveals he was discharged from the army on medical grounds - mental not physical!
Big shocks are in store for both the Glover and Dingle households as lawyer Laura pulls tight the Home Farm purse-strings. One minute poor Zak is offering sympathy to Ned after he is handed an eviction notice, the next he finds himself in exactly the same position. Laura tells the deflated Dingles they can buy their home and the land with it, if they can come up with £6,000 in six weeks. Biff who unwittingly delivered the eviction notice to the Glovers is furious with Lady Tara. Ned flies off the handle when he reads the letter and storms over to Home Farm with Roy where he has some choice words for Lady Tara, Laura and Biff. And Zoe comes in for a tough time too. Even though she wants to help fight the plans, she admits her 20% stake in the business gives her precious little ammunition. Kirsty frightens everyone when she passes out at the holiday village.
A tidal wave of unrest is sweeping through Emmerdale thanks to Lady Tara's money troubles. Chris and Laura seem to be revelling in their work selling off chunks of the Home Farm estate. But Lady Tara herself is starting to have second thoughts. She's been besieged by both the Dingles and Glovers and now by poor Betty. The first she knew of the eviction was when the "For Sale" sign was erected outside her home. If evicting pensioners wasn't bad enough Lady Tara's lover Biff appears to have washed his hands of her, after unwittingly delivering the notices of eviction.
Life is anything but a bed of roses for Biff. He's dumped his upper-class lover Lady Tara and has, through no real fault of his own, become Emmerdale's public enemy number one. Betty and Seth looked after him like a son, but Lady Tara's financial crisis looks like putting the two pensioners on the street. He's keen to impress on Betty that none of this was his doing and that despite pleas to Lady Tara, he cannot stop the sale of their cottage. He's even finished with her ladyship to emphasise how strongly he feels. But Betty is in no mood for forgiveness. Zak comes up with a plan to save the Dingles home which involves Ned - but he's too long in the tooth to pile what little money he has into a condemned building. Paulette is skating on thin ice when she agrees to go out with Scott and stand-up boyfriend Roy.
The downtrodden Dingles decide to have a mass sale of all their earthly possessions - they need £6,000 fast or they'll be out on the streets. Zak is so desperate to keep a roof over their heads he sells all the roof slates. And in the rush for instant cash he also flogs his mountain of scrap metal and even his treasured Troggs collection! Butch, Mandy and Lisa round up anything that will sell from their home. But come the time of reckoning all they have to show is £160. These are hard days for roguish Zak and his clan and for the first time it starts to dawn on them all that they are fighting a losing battle. Lord Michael comforts Lady Tara, who's all torn-up over the breakdown of her affair with Biff. He tells her she should fight for what she wants - but Biff is in no mood for reconciliation when she arrives at his home.
Lovelorn aristocrat Lady Tara Oakwell may be forced to sell the silver spoon in her mouth if things gets much worse. She's become public enemy number one by handing out eviction notices to Home Farm tenants and has seemingly lost the love of a good man because of it. Biff has dug his heels in and finished their upstairs downstairs affair in protest at Lady Tara's moves to make Betty and Seth homeless. And if life wasn't complicated enough, confidante and secret admirer Lord Michael Thornfield, out of the blue admits he loves her, and wants her to marry him! Lady Tara goes hot-foot back to Biff - but will this latest shock snap him out of his malaise?
Kim receives the results of the blood test confirming if James is Dave or Frank's son. Lady Tara has a big decision to make. Does she continue to try to rekindle her affair with Biff or does she accept the marriage proposal of long time friend and confidante Lord Michael Thornfield? He invites her to dine with him and finally Lady Tara informs him of her decision. But when she starts to cry who are the tears really for? Paddy is caught in the horns of a dilemma when Mandy discovers he's actually got enough money in the bank to save the family home. Paddy stresses the money is for a rainy day for the two of them. But Mandy tells him bluntly that the Dingles come as a package. Poor Paddy is stuck between a rock and a hard place and all he can do is try to buy some time to think. Meanwhile, Mandy resolves the conflict between Zak and Butch by throwing a cup of cold coffee in Zak's face.
Paddy is going animal crackers after girlfriend Mandy got a glimpse of his fat building society book. The cash-strapped Dingles need £6,000 to buy their condemned property or face eviction. And poor Paddy looks like being the one who will have to cough-up. He pleads with Mandy not to say anything just yet while secretly wondering how he can dig himself out of this hole. But when he runs the whole thing past outcast Dingle Marlon he gets some sobering advice - pay-up, or else! Kim takes the news that Dave was not James's father to Ned and Roy. When Ned tells her he's glad this episode in their lives has been finally laid to rest,
Biff and Kim both have very different reasons to look shocked when they learn of Lady Tara's impending marriage. Biff can't quite believe she would have moved so quickly after the break-up of their affair and wonders if she's simply tying the knot to feather her depleted nest, Kim meanwhile is left spitting feathers when she learns that after the wedding Lady Tara is putting Laura in charge of her affairs at the Stud Farm, for the first time Kim appears to show some interest in Steve's plans to steal one of the stud horses. Mandy can't keep Paddy's cash-stash a secret any longer and blows the lot to her family. From being in the depths of depression, suddenly the dozy Dingles are riding high again, When Paddy comes into The Woolpack and is held aloft by Zak and Butch he realises Mandy has spilled the beans. Jack and Sarah are lumbered with Ned as a lodger after he decides he's not going to contest eviction from his farm. Roy begs sofa-space with the lads in Annie's Cottage.
Ever since her demise Kim has believed that she can climb out of her financial rut by fair play. But when a potential big-spending customer suddenly withdraws from a substantial deal with the Stud Farm after learning that Kim is involved, it is almost too much to bear. Now she is prepared to listen to the plans that her husband Steve has dreamed up to steal one of the stud farm horses. Steve is delighted and believes they'll make enough money to skip the country and lead the kind of lives they're more accustomed to. But Kim pulls back on the reins and tells him that they will play it her way or not at all. Paddy is offered a partnership in the vets practice - but it will cost him £45,000. He tells Zoe it's what he wants and is sure Mandy will understand when he has to tell her his offer to buy the Dingles home will have to be withdrawn.
Paddy faces the wrath of the Dingles when he withdraws his offer of cash to save their house. He's been handed a partnership deal by Zoe but will need every penny of his savings as a deposit on the £45,000 she is asking. The worried vet breaks the news first to Lisa hoping he'll find a sympathetic ear. But she tells him to do his dirty work. When Mandy finds out she flies into a rage and despite Paddy's pleas that the partnership will mean a brighter future for them, she throws him out of the flat and insists that they are through. Kim astonishes Steve with her reworking of the horse robbery plan.
Kim and Steve give their robbery plan a trial run using Ashley as the alibi. Kim coaxes him to the cottage for wine on the pretence of offering her services more regularly at the creche. Once at the house Steve says he has to make some phone calls and heads off upstairs. While Ashley and Kim chat Steve leaves the house and times himself running to the Stud and back. When he comes back down the stairs, Ashley is none the wiser. Paddy has a bucket of pig-swill thrown over him by an unforgiving Mandy. Paddy tells Mandy that's the end of their relationship. Later, on her own, Mandy quietly cries herself to sleep.
Biff can't do right for wrong in Betty's eyes. She has sent him to Coventry since his lover Lady Tara handed out an eviction notice to her and Seth. When he approaches her to say he can arrange a mortgage for them, and admits he gave her the £5,000 deposit, she tells him to take the money back and leave. She doesn't need charity from him. Biff is perplexed. He's ditched Lady Tara, when deep down he really loves her. Yet old friends like Betty and Seth still won't give him the time of day. Biff starts to doubt whether ending his affair was a wise move. Kim is shaken when she discovers Laura intends bringing in an assistant to look after Lady Tara's share of the Stud Farm.
Kim and husband Steve have gone from riches to rags thanks to his ill-timed gambling on the money markets. But now they are looking to bounce back. They've concocted an elaborate plan to steal, then sell stud horse Orsino, while making the whole episode look like the work of others. And they've even invited Zoe to their house to be the perfect alibi. Later when the insurance money comes through the conniving couple hope to skip the country. Will's birthday party begins at the pub, with a lovelorn Mandy throwing herself into the celebrations.
Steve is running on adrenaline as he races around the stables to finish off his daring robbery. Everything goes well until an ill-timed phone-call from Kim leads to tragedy and the life of Kathy is left in the balance. Later when Steve is back home with Kim, his face tells a shocking story. Biff and Lady Tara spend a night of passion on the eve of her wedding to Lord Michael. Both realise they will have to decide whether they have a future together, but they will wait until morning. Will's birthday bash at The Woolpack turns into a shambles and Alan is forced to get tough with everyone including his manager Terry.
Kathy is fighting for her life in intensive care in need of a critical operation. Waiting patiently for news is Chris her former husband. Back at Home Farm a police investigation is in full flow into both the robbery and accident. Laura explains that while Lady Tara is a co-owner of the missing horse Orsino, it is her wedding day and she must be left alone. Laura suggests the police talk to Kim the partner. When the police arrive Kim has the smug smile wiped from her face when she hears Kathy has been seriously hurt.
Biff is consumed with guilt when he learns of Kathy's accident. Alone with her he quietly whispers "you're the last person in the world I'd ever want to hurt". He bumps into Betty and their recent arguments seem meaningless at the side of Kathy's predicament. Ashley organises a service of prayer for Kathy which is attended by many of the villagers. Kim doesn't want to go, afraid she'll give away hers and Steve's dark secret and Steve's heart misses a beat when Kim suddenly breaks down mid-service and has to leave. Scott is quick to spot a good looking woman and flirts with Tricia in The Woolpack.
The police are making little if any headway in their hunt for the Home Farm gang. But they believe they might be onto a lead when Kelly points out that Zak and Butch left Will's party at The Woolpack for some time on the night of the robbery, trouble seems to follow the Dingles and they know they've now got just two weeks to find the money to buy their farmhouse before the bailiffs come to evict them, Zak believes there's only one thing to do - go back to burgling again. Butch wonders what Lisa will think? With their friendship back on track Biff has one last go at persuading Betty to let him become her landlord. Zoe and Chris are thrown when Laura casually remarks that for the sake of Home Farm, she hopes Kathy either stays in her coma for some time, or wakes up with amnesia.
Viv is at her wicked-worst when the police arrive at the Dingles armed with a search warrant. She quickly puts it about that they're the ones who robbed the Stud Farm and put Kathy in hospital. Zak, Butch and Lisa are horrified anyone could imagine they were involved and Mandy explodes in The Woolpack when Viv repeats her allegations. Kim tells Steve the good news that the police are chasing dead-ends, and that Kathy appears to be getting better - but he's at the end of his tether and says he wants them to skip the country now.
Steve's dark secret is driving him to despair. He wants to leave the country now with the money he made from the horse robbery but Kim tells him they must stay-put and tough it out. It's the day of the village fun run and as Steve leaves to take part he secretly slips his own passport into his carry-all intent on going alone. But when he feigns injury and abandons the run to dig up the robbery loot, it's gone. Butch and Zak arrive to do the run and are immediately set-upon by vicious Viv. But later in The Woolpack Butch hands over a clutch of fivers to Betty to buy something for Kathy. Rachel and Graham head the run which turns out to be anything but fun as they vie for the lead.
Kim and Steve are over the moon when the police announce they are about to close down their incident room. They've no real leads and it seems Kim and Steve are in the clear over the robbery. But a chance remark Steve makes to Chris has his brain working overtime and it suddenly dawns on him, even though he has no hard proof they must be the culprits. Tricia talks love struck Terry into a shopping trip and with a flash of her long eyelashes has him reaching for his cheque book. Paddy arrives with trepidation for his date with former sweetheart Jane. When she arrives his eyes nearly pop out of his head. For plain Jane has blossomed into a real beauty. Ned is behaving strangely around the Sugdens, leaving Jack to joke that Ned has a crush on Sarah. Sarah and Betty stand up to Viv over her continued blame of the Dingles for the accident. Eric further drives Graham away from Rachel by telling him about her affair with Chris.
Kim is shocked to the core when Chris accuses her outright of being involved in the robbery. For now, he tells her, he has no proof, but he's certain that Kim's grief over Kathy's life-threatening accident has been fuelled by guilt. He tells her he's on the case and will be watching her every step. Scott has managed to dodge the real issue why he was discharged from the army. But his secret is out when Cass, the wife of his army medical officer suddenly appears in the village, making his heart skip an almighty beat. Zak tells Lisa that despite the looming eviction in two days, he's staying put. They'll take his home from him over his dead body.
Viv gets personal when teacher Graham gives Donna a poor report. She immediately latches onto his interest in school secretary Rachel and lets slip about her affair with Jack. Paddy has fear etched across his face when Mandy spots him with Jane. But Jane notices the exchange of glances and later makes a decision that leaves Paddy's matchmaker mother, Mrs Kirk, heartbroken. Laura is furious with Chris for his obsessive pursuit of Kim and Steve and reminds him it is within her power to remove him from his job. Kelly discovers the truth about Scott and his one time lover Cass but tells her step-brother she knows exactly how to deal with her.
Zak makes a final stand to save his beloved home. As the bailiffs arrive to serve an eviction order, Zak, faced with several burly minders, resorts to physical violence as Lisa watches horrified. He menacingly picks up a metal bar in a threatening gesture as they attempt to pass him and enter the house. It's a tense stand-off until Lisa begs him to stop. Zak appears a broken man as he drops the weapon and slumps to the floor, resigned to losing his home. At The Woolpack the dispossessed Dingles congregate and the village rallies round. Betty offers to take in Mandy and Lisa and Rachel wishes she'd kept her mouth shut when she says the menfolk should have plenty of offers. Quick as a flash Zak takes it as an invite for him and Butch to stay at Mill Cottage.
Paddy reduces Mandy to tears when he admits that despite everything he still loves her. It really takes the wind out of mad Mandy's sails - who has only stopped him to issue a warning to keep his interfering mother away from her. It's clear both of them are fighting their true emotions, but Mandy says she can never have Paddy back after he refused to lend her family the money to buy their home, especially now they have been evicted. Scott twists his gullible mother Viv around his little finger as he tells his version of the Cass story and how he came to be discharged from the army on psychological grounds.
Mandy and Paddy look to have settled their differences - much to Zak and Mrs Kirk's chagrin. Zak immediately calls a Dingle pow-wow to decide Mandy's fate while Mrs Kirk warns her son that she'll fight tooth and nail to stop them getting back together. Laura tells Zoe that Chris is becoming obsessed with linking Kim and Steve to the Home Farm robbery. She's moved Steve out of Chris's way by making him her admin clerk, but wants Zoe to have a stiff word. Tricia prepares to leave Emmerdale and gets as far as the taxi before Alan's pleas bring her back. Donna falls into bad company with hard-nut school pal Chelsea. Could she be heading the same way as her sister Kelly?
Chris's pursuit of Kim and Steve runs into double trouble. First he discovers Laura has appointed Steve as her admin clerk. And as if that wasn't enough he is forced to eat humble pie when Kim later tells him that his slanderous accusations are having a marked affect on business - and damaging hers and her husband's reputations. If he doesn't stop she'll consider suing him. Mandy is still reeling from the decision reached at the Dingle ' summit. Dingle honour means she must give Paddy up, or become an outcast like Marlon. Meanwhile, Paddy, unaware of this, tells his mother that he'll marry Mandy just to spite her
Barbara Kirk is vying with Viv for the title mother-from-hell as she tries to find ways to end her son's on-off relationship with Mandy and after chatting to her new found ally she believes she's discovered the Dingles Achilles heel - money! First she tries to offer Mandy money to set-up her own business - but only if she'll leave Emmerdale. Then when she's rudely turned down, she offers Mandy several thousand pounds to marry someone else. Suddenly Mandy seems to pay attention. Kathy has started to move, but Betty jumps the gun saying that she's on a fast track to recovery. None of this is good news for Steve and once again Chris doesn't waste the opportunity with a poor joke that Kathy is already talking to the police. After a good fill at The Woolpack Steve rolls home to a less than pleased Kim. He's still worried that Kathy might have seen him, despite what he'd earlier told his wife.
Steve is provoked beyond reasonable bounds and lunges at Chris when he crudely implies he'd have preferred it, had Kathy not started to recover. Luckily, Laura is on hand to separate the warring factions, as Steve looks set to wipe the smug look from Chris's face and haul him from his wheelchair. It looks like the residents of a housing estate in Leeds are about to have their worst nightmare come true ... the Dingles as neighbours. Zak and Lisa seem almost resigned to moving into a council estate when suddenly Mandy blurts out Barbara's outrageous offer. Lisa is shocked that both Zak and Mandy seem interested in the idea. Andy is so bothered by the un-ladylike antics of Chelsea and Donna, he feigns illness to get a day off school. And Woolpack regulars give Laura the silent treatment when she pops into the pub for a drink.
The race is on to find a groom for Mandy. Zak, much to Lisa's annoyance is fully in favour of a deal that will mean they can buy their home. He draws up a list of prospective husbands, but when Mandy collars Roy to be the lucky man, he turns her down flat. She has one last go at Paddy to lend them the £6,000 to buy the farmhouse, but marches off in a huff when he stands his ground. Later she finds an ideal candidate to fulfill the business proposition - her grinning cousin Butch. Robert is surprised when Andy backs down to Donna who later pinches one of his school books and throws it in the stream. Laura tells Kim about Steve's spat with Chris and asks if she'll tell him not to rise to the bait. Alan leaves the bar in the capable hands of Terry and Tricia. Terry tells Tricia this is the chance they've both been looking for but her look says that perhaps it isn't! And Biff is astounded when Kathy opens her eyes and asks what's happened.
Mandy and Butch tell Zak and Lisa about their decision to get married. Butch is over the moon that Zak agreed to the wedding. Laura gets a cool reception when she arrives in the pub but Tricia stands up for her. Biff tells Kim about Kathy and the penny drops. Paddy is distracted by thoughts of Mandy. He knows there is something the matter. Tricia tries to get Terry drunk. Terry tries to close the pub early to get Tricia into bed but Tricia decides to have a lock-in instead. Biff spreads the word about Kathy's recovery. On hearing about Kathy, Steve looks mortified and leaves The Woolpack, to drive to the hospital. Steve puts a pillow over Kathy's face. Kim follows Steve to the hospital and stops Steve from killing Kathy. Kim is disgusted with Steve when he confesses that he saw Kathy and drove straight at her.
Alan can hardly bear to look at the charred exterior of his beloved pub. Tricia is guilt-ridden but as usual manages to calm her grandfather, and deflect blame for the fire onto Terry - despite telling him she'd stick up for him. Calculating Kim - now aware of the full story of the night of the robbery - tells Steve that Kathy may well identify him and he should skip the country. Armed with a small share of the robbery money, he sets-off with Kim promising to follow later. But events are about to take a dramatic twist. Lisa and Barbara are both appalled that Mandy intends to marry Butch to fulfill the business deal. But first they must clear with the registrar that it is legal for cousins to marry.
DI Spalding throws the book at Steve, who was arrested as he tried to board a flight to Venezuela. He's now been positively identified by Kathy as the person who knocked her over and is having problems explaining the £10,000 found on him at the airport. Kim has been taken back in for questioning too, but her protest that she is an innocent party appears to fall on sympathetic ears. She is released but told to stay in Emmerdale. Chris who finally believes his former step-mother has been 'ought to book will be in for a nasty shock. Robert approaches Ned for some boxing tips so he can deal with the bullying girls Donna and Chelsea. And Viv shocks Vic when she offers homeless Terry a bed at the Post Office.
Steve secretly agrees to take the rap for the robbery when Kim visits him in custody. After all she could have walked away and left him when he gambled and lost her fortune on the stock market. It's a selfless act on Steve's part - and fits in beautifully with the self-preservation plan Kim's already put into action, for herself! Robert puts Ned's boxing lessons to good use when he confronts Donna about bullying Andy. When the wicked Windsor girl lunges at him he lets her have a right hook. Viv is incensed, Sarah and Jack livid and Ned is left in the dog-house. Tricia puts the spark back into her granddad Alan when she arranges with Ashley for the village hall to be turned into a temporary bar while The Woolpack is renovated. Butch tells Lisa that while he did once fancy Mandy he is in control of his feelings and knows the wedding is only a business transaction. But is he really telling the truth?
Steve is hoping to cut a deal with the police by coming clean about the robbery. He tells his version of the story, carefully editing out the bits that involved Kim, in the hope that he will get away with a more lenient sentence for being co-operative. But DI Spalding is not convinced and leaves Steve high and dry when he demands to know where all the money is. The horse was worth around £300,000 yet Steve claims he only received the £10,000 found on him as he tried to leave the country - which doesn't add up! Barbara is at her manipulative best when she tries to entice Paddy to leave the country with a paid-for holiday. He's deeply suspicious, but as yet remains oblivious to the reasons why. Robert is grounded for punching Donna. Andy wants to tell Jack and Sarah why, Ned asks Jack if it is possible Donna was the bully the lads mentioned. Ashley tries to talk to Mandy about the wedding.
Ashley is looking for divine intervention as he gets caught in the middle of a "Holy War". First Butch is less than pleasant with him for telling Mandy that he knows about the wedding. Then he is accosted by Paddy who has realised something is happening behind his back. But Paddy is hardly prepared for what the vicar reluctantly tells him. The temporary Woolpack bar is opened in the village hall. Everything's going fine until Terry turns up as a guest of Tricia. Alan still hasn't forgiven him for the fire at The Woolpack and gives him his marching orders. Terry though has other things on his mind, like an interview with a brewery for a manager's job. Chris is invited for a meal by Laura and is coaxed into revealing the full story about his and Kim's long-standing war-of-words. And Eric is cleverly out-manoeuvred by Laura and forced to drop his claim for compensation against Alan for the slight injury he suffered when the pub burned down.
Paddy is on the warpath after finding out about Mandy's wedding to Butch. First he confronts Lisa but she says he'll have to speak to Mandy herself. When the pair finally meet it's clear Mandy is torn between her love of Paddy and her loyalty to her family. Paddy is unaware of his mother's involvement at this stage and jumps to all the wrong conclusions. Butch is desperate to change his image and twists Biff's arm to go shopping with him. Donna and Chelsea are in big trouble when they give Robert a real beating on the first day of term. Rachel and Graham kiss and make up after his unannounced holiday at half term. And Tricia sends out the wrong signals to Terry when she wishes him well for an interview with a brewery for a pub manager's job,
Chris fans the flames between Kim and Steve with an impromptu visit to the remand centre. His relentless crusade against the deadly duo has Steve hot under the collar, especially when he suggests that with him banged up Kim is now free to make the most of the money from the horse theft. Laura tells Kim that bearing the name Marchant is killing the Stud Farm business. She suggests Kim thinks about divorcing Steve. Donna gets the third degree at school and but for the intervention of Graham may well have been excluded like her friend Chelsea for beating up Robert. Viv is knocked off her high horse when she realises Donna was really the bully, but quickly jumps at the chance to smooth over the situation when the deputy headmistress suggests she joins Donna's class for a school trip. Butch goes in search of a new image, armed with £60 he's saved - supervised-by mildly amused Biff.
A triangle of love and lust, with Tricia at the centre is beginning to take over the lives of Scott and Terry. Tricia is stalling on Terry's plans for her to join him at the fun pub in Scotland while Scott is busy working his charm. And tonight, the canoodling couple push their luck when they sneak past snoozing Terry, who's lodging at the Post Office, for a night of passion. Butch's plans for a cosy curry for two with his intended, Mandy, takes a comical twist when the rest of the clan join them. Sarah spikes Viv's guns when she too enrols for the forthcoming school trip. Kathy astounds Betty, Marlon and Biff when she turns up for work. And Zoe teases Chris about his night at the opera with Laura.
The seeds of doubt are racing through Mandy's mind as she prepares to marry Butch tomorrow. With her thoughts firmly focused on saving the family home she has no trouble dealing with the worries of Ashley and Kelly. But when Paddy returns from Venice early and tries to dissuade her, she's caught in the horns of a dilemma. Can she possibly go through with it and face losing the man she really loves? Ashley's gospel band turn out to be a bunch of skinheads up from the smoke and intent on causing trouble. But when a fight breaks out and Terry flexes his muscles, he draws admiring glances from several quarters. Scott has seduced Tricia and is keen for second helpings.
After being told the events of the earlier night by Mandy, Kelly advises her to proceed to pursue Paddy, it's her last and only possibility of happiness. Mandy sets her profound longing aside and puts her family first by deciding to wed Butch. Regardless of being told that the marriage is sincerely for the saviour of the Dingle homestead, it looks as though Butch is developing affections for his cousin. Meanwhile, Paddy confides in Zoe. Zoe believes he should get on with the rest of his life and let go of Mandy once for and all, although later on, Ashley comes surging into Smithy Cottage encouraging Paddy to stop the wedding. Once arriving at the registry office, the Dingles are informed that the service has been delayed after the bride is running late for the wedding before them. Paddy catches up with a distraught Mandy in the ladies bathroom.
Zak has got everything he wanted - his house back and his family under one roof again. But the sacrifice Mandy has made has gone over his head and he rushes headlong into organising a party, to celebrate their return. When Zak finally announces what's gone on, there's stunned silence and Mandy rushes out, closely followed by Kelly saying she now knows she's made a huge mistake. Zoe throws a party to celebrate Paddy's partnership in the vets practice. He tells everyone it's the first day of the rest of his life. Sarah and Viv are at each other's throats on the school trip. And when Viv spots Rachel and Graham sharing a stolen kiss she goes ballistic. Tricia tells Terry she can't go to Scotland with him. Kathy wins a holiday to London for two. But who will she take with her? And Kim collars Laura at Paddy's party and seeks professional advice on Steve and the question of divorce. Laura naively mentions this to Chris whose mind starts to do somersaults.
Kim finds herself having to do some quick thinking when a furious Steve calls her from the remand centre. Callous Chris has paid him an unexpected visit to break the devastating news that Kim is planning to divorce him. While she tries to placate him we can sense the growing loathing she has towards her incarcerated husband. Ashley tells horrified Lisa that Butch confessed to him three weeks before the wedding that he really was in love with Mandy. Terry arrives for work at the temporary Woolpack in the village hall as an employee of the vicar. Alan is very unhappy that the man responsible for ruining his premises is back working alongside him - and there's nothing he can do and Rachel takes Kathy's advice and lays her cards on the table with Graham. She feels very strongly about him - but does he feel the same way?
Laura blows her top with supersleuth Chris after hearing that he spilled the beans on Kim's planned divorce from Steve. He went to see Steve in Home Farm time and as far as she's concerned he's on a final warning. If he transgresses, she tells him she'll fire him, shareholder or not. Kim goes to see Steve again and he suggests that they split the ¢200,000 they made from the horse theft and hand over half to DI Spalding, claiming that was what he made from the deal. Kim is sceptical and the mood between the couple grows ever more tense. Roy is thumbing through a magazine and suddenly pales when he thinks he spots Lord Alex Oakwell, the man responsible for killing his sister, in a photograph. Mandy informs the family shes off to see her dad. He heard about the wedding and is unhappy ... he wants a cut of the money! Lisa has a heart to heart with Butch and tells him what Ashley said.
Steve has seen the writing on the wall, and accompanied by his solicitor is driven from the remand centre to the police station to talk to DI Spalding. He wants to change his statement and is intent on implicating Kim. She masterminded the whole thing, he tells the detective. Officers are immediately dispatched to Home Farm and Kim is asked to go with them for more questioning. DI Spalding puts the new allegations to her, and hiding her initial shock, she coolly tells him her husband has changed his statement because she's decided to divorce him. Will the police believe her or is this the start of the slippery slope? Scott is sick of Terry mooching round Tricia. He tells her if she doesn't tell the besotted barman she's going out with him, he'll do it himself. Graham tells Rachel he wants to move their relationship on.
Scott is putting Tricia through an emotional assault course. He's demanded she tell lovestruck Terry they are an item or he will dump her ... or deliver the news himself. And at the end of a hard days pulling behind the bar Tricia finally gets the chance to speak to Terry alone. But as she struggles over the right words Scott suddenly appears. Can he really be so heartless and spill the beans on the affair? Chris takes the afternoon off when he gets a call from the blue from Steve, wanting to see him. Steve wants Chris to help him nail Kim and the two form an unlikely partnership.
Chris is working feverishly to bring about the downfall of his former step-mother. After his chat with Steve he's found a record of Kim's mobile phone calls in the Home Farm offices - and in particular the call she made on the night of the theft when Steve was supposed to be upstairs. Suddenly the police sit-up and take notice. Both Ashley and Zoe are pulled back in for questioning about Kim's precise movements on that night. And they start to investigate the claims that Helen Dixon bought Orsino. Later that day Kim is talking with Zoe when suddenly the police arrive. Has the net finally closed on her? Bernice Blackstock the new bar temp drops herself and Alan in it when she says she understands her new landlady Betty is 'a dragon' while shopping in the Post Office.
Kim has been arrested by the police on charges of theft and fraud - and for the first time in her life looks in real trouble, her hopes are lifted then dashed when an application for bail is granted, .. on condition of a £25,000 bond. Chris watches gleefully from the public gallery but is heading for a stormy confrontation with his sister Zoe who still believes Kim to be innocent. Steve calls on Chris when the police appear to turn a blind eye to the help he's given bringing Kim to book. But Chris now has what he wants and as far as he's concerned Steve can help him no further. Kathy takes the news of Kim's arrest and court appearance badly.
Zoe is convinced Kim is innocent and posts bail for her. But when she turns up at Home Farm with Kim there's a real danger the Tates will become a family at war. Chris goes ballistic and tells his sister he never wants to see her again! Temporary barmaid Bernice makes it clear she's after a man. Betty suggests Biff is the one for her, but when wires get crossed it's Roy who thinks it's his lucky day. Terry and Tricia almost accidentally share a kiss and later their passions get the better of them.
Poor Kathy knows she's suffering some kind of reaction to the terrible accident she was in. She is finding it difficult to control her mood swings and is in danger of alienating all her friends - despite their best intentions. She flies into a panic believing Alice is missing, when in fact her niece is exactly where she dropped her off - at Rachel's. But when Betty suggests she out to see a doctor Kathy flies into a terrible rage. Tricia and Terry have spent the night together. He's like a child with candy, but she's deeply upset at what she's done. Later she beaks down and confesses to Scott what's happened and the two of them fall into a deep embrace. Ned takes a bundle of old junk from his house for a reluctant Eric to cast his eye over.
Alan was reluctant to allow Kelly to hold her 18th in his bar - especially after the way Will's birthday ended and he should have gone with his instincts as the bash descends into chaos as trouble Tricia's secret love life is made painfully public. Smarmy Scott tells Terry that Tricia came straight to him after their night together. Deeply hurt and brimming with revenge, Terry takes the micro-phone to let the assembled party-goers know exactly what kind of girl Alan's granddaughter really is. Eric works his devious line of patter on Ned to try to coax the Steiff bear from him. He offers money, but is shocked when Ned tells him the bear belonged to Linda and no amount of money will make him part with it. Eric rethinks and approaches Ashley to allow him to run a Christmas toy fair. Mandy arrives back from visiting her father. Butch is delighted to see her, but her usual attitude towards him leaves him hurt. And Rachel tries to talk sense to Kathy but is taken aback by her viciousness.
The villagers take in the aftermath of Kelly's party and are clearly divided on who's to blame for Terry's outburst. Alan is in an unforgiving mood and lays the blame at both Terry and Scott's doorstep. Mandy and Vic stick up for Terry as both knew he really did have deep feelings for Tricia. Viv defends her son to the hilt and says that Tricia must have led him on. Tricia tries to apologise to Kelly for spoiling her big day, but is unceremoniously hustled out of the vet's waiting room. None of which is of any help to Terry who has packed his bags and scampered. Rachel's plans to manoeuvre a meeting, out of hours between Kathy and Dr Khan, backfires dramatically. Kathy throws the past in her face in her most vicious outburst yet. Butch tries to get Mandy to go to the pictures with him but is crestfallen when she tells him she's working, even though he's bought tickets.
There's a shock in store for shareholders of Home Farm when Laura announces Lady Tara has instructed her to sell off the entire estate. Chris realises this might be his final chance to fill his father's boots. The villagers gather for the grand re-opening of The Woolpack, but Seth's speech goes slightly awry when he suggests it would have been nicer had Terry been around - and that he still pines for the days of Amos and Henry. Alan is put out but still extends the hand of friendship to his longest serving customer by offering him a particular seat at the bar with a plaque denoting the spot. Seth typically insists on trying each seat in turn and says he can only get a real feel if he has a pint in front of him ... preferably free. With the toy fair looming Eric collars Andy and Robert and asks them to search through items at their house for anything that might be of use.
Ashley believes he has the measure of Eric and has forced him to play Santa at the Xmas toy fair. Eric has already been calling round dealers confident Robert and Andy will unwittingly come up with the goods. But his plans look to be doomed when the vicar arrives with a toy expert. Chris tackles Kathy and convinces her, for Alice's sake to see a doctor. Later she tells Biff what she's agreed to and crumbles into his arms in a flood of tears. What if something is seriously wrong? Kathy tries to make it up with Rachel but is taken-aback when she tells her she cannot accept her apologies. Paddy has agreed with Mandy to collect his remaining things from their flat. The two are reminiscing when Butch appears menacingly and escorts frightened Paddy off the premises.
Kathy visits Dr Khan and gives ample proof of her mood swings when he suggests that she should see a psychologist. Biff is sat waiting for her as she sweeps out of the consultants room and when Biff tries to find out what's wrong she rounds on him saying none of this would be taking place had he not left her in Hotten before the crash. Vic gives Andy a job delivering papers much to his wife's horror. And when the Sugdens and Windsors bump into one another in The Woolpack, the matriarchs draw up battle lines again. And young Andy gets a shock when he takes his dog to the barn for the night. He's frightened out of his skin when someone whispers his name.
Billy is wounded and on the run and hiding in the Sugdens' barn. Andy tries to help his dad with food and notices that he's bleeding from the chest. His dad says there are some people after him and he must keep his mouth shut and tell no-one of his existence. He also tells the shocked schoolboy that he'd like to take him away to Holland to start a new life. But Andy is sceptical - after all he's been let down so many times. Eric works his charm on an elegant and rich new customer, Stella, who buys some expensive crockery from his shop. She spends around £1,000 using a platinum credit card - but Eric thinks he's struck gold when she accepts a dinner date. Chris has conquered Kathy's mood swings and persuaded her to see a private psychologist, at his expense. He also breaks the news that he's bought a haulage business.
Paddy is cornered by Mandy after giving her the silent treatment and Mandy is anything but silent when Paddy tells her why. He explains that Butch has threatened him and said that he, and Mandy were now really man and wife. Poor Mandy storms off looking for Butch and gives him a real roasting. Her poor "husband" professes his love - but Mandy is in no mood for reconciliation and tells him he makes her skin creep. Andy takes his dad more food, and again he waxes lyrical about Amsterdam. Suddenly there's a sound at the door of the derelict Glover home. It's Laura and a workman come to mend the broken lock. Laura walks into the house and Andy is terrified by his father's actions.
Mandy is livid when Lisa admits she already knew Butch was in love with her. She turns on Lisa and Zak saying she only went through with the wedding to save the pair of them. Zak can feel his family beginning to crumble and rounds on Butch, pinning him against a wall. He asks him if he's considered what the village will think of his lies about having slept with Mandy. Butch tries to make amends but Zak, in a fit of rage, tells him to leave the house for good. He's no longer his son. Andy tackles Billy about the gun. He says it's to protect himself from the people who are after him. Billy starts to feel a little better and tells Andy they'll be able to leave soon - but they need some money. The youngster tries to please his dad saying they can go on the rob. Kathy politely turns down Chris's offer to stay with him while she recuperates. And Biff gets the wrong messages about Kathy's closeness to her ex-husband.
Marlon has steered clear of the Dingles for a year since being cast out of the clan. But when Mandy asks him to talk to Butch, he can barely imagine the situation he's letting himself in for. When he tries to reason with Butch about his behaviour and how it's upsetting the family, his cousin launches a vicious attack on him. Eric agrees to a business proposition from Stella and tells everyone in The Woolpack that tomorrow a lot of people will be very shocked. Laura is inwardly pleased when Chris invites her for a drink that evening, providing she stops raining on his parade. He tells her how he's looking forward to gaining ownership of Home Farm at tomorrow's auction. Andy steals money from the Post Office while doing his paper boy job. But when he tells his dad later where the money came from Billy is suddenly very interested.
There is consternation among the Tate household when Eric walks into the Home Farm auction and starts to bid against an incredulous Chris. In a fit of pique, Chris asks for the auction to be halted as Eric clearly hasn't got the kind of money he's bidding. But Chris is left helpless when he's informed Eric is bidding by proxy. It's all a fabulous game for the one time auctioneer as he plays with Chris as the bidding shoots well past the expected selling price and Eric sweeps the Tate empire from a distraught Chris and informs the lucky winner of their win who turns out to be Stella Jones. Butch is beside himself. He's been kicked out of his home and now he's badly beaten up Marlon.
Chris puts on a brave face when he tells Laura that the loss of Home Farm means he's more to spend on his new haulage business. Lisa tells Zak that if he truly wants a Dingle gathering on Christmas Day then he must swallow his pride and invite Marlon. Marlon isn't exactly pleased to see Zak but knows to turn down what amounts to an order would make his life even more unbearable. The only trouble is he's been asked to have Christmas dinner with his girlfriend Lyn! Mandy is making plans too. She tells her friend Kelly that as soon as Christmas is over she's moving to a flat in Hotten. Andy tries to persuade Billy that stealing from the Post Office is a bad idea. But as the youngster leaves Billy starts to load his shotgun.
Christmas Day is in full swing as the Dingles try to put on a brave united front and regulars of The Woolpack enjoy a communal meal. Billy, meanwhile, is busy plotting to rob the Post Office so he has enough money to get him and Andy across the North Sea to Holland. Marlon cautiously arrives at the Dingles, having had a real earful from his girlfriend Lyn. Butch arrives late looking very sheepish and the clan, nervously, settle down to dinner. Elsewhere, Andy prepares to leave the Sugdens to meet his dad. The family has a special announcement to make - they want to formally adopt him. But the youngster has other things on his mind and hardly reacts. Paddy is called out in the middle of his Christmas dinner to tend the Dingles sick pigs. But he can hardly imagine the situation he walks into when Lisa unexpectedly gives birth to a baby girl
The repercussions of Christmas Day's tragic events affect many of the villagers. The Windsors have been staying at Keepers Cottage, Terry is in tears and when Sarah and Jack break the news to the boys, Andy visibly pales. But when he confronts his father, Billy, he viciously turns the tables on his son. The Dingles gather at the hospital bedside to greet the new arrival - a baby girl. Paddy is astonished when a penitent Butch collars him and confesses that everything he said about his relationship with Mandy was untrue.
Andy is wracked with guilt and begs Billy to give himself up to the police. When Billy refuses a second time the youngster tells Jack exactly what's happened. Ned helps the police with a layout of his former home. The net closes rapidly on the hidden fugitive. Zak repays Paddy for his heroics in the only way he knows - he buys him a pint. And there's a general thawing of feelings between Paddy and Mandy as he admits he couldn't bear to throw away the special CD they listened to when they were together. Billy finally gives himself up and throws his gun out of the window. As he walks out of the house clutching his stomach, Viv identifies him as Vic's killer and the police surround him. As he is taken away, Viv blames Andy for everything that has happened.
It is the day of Vic's funeral. Kelly and Viv are at each other's throats. Following the funeral, tensions run high and Kelly and Viv have a massive argument, reducing Viv to a flood of tears. Meanwhile, Chris continues his amateur sleuthing and notices something very odd about Kim's behaviour. Elsewhere, a detective finishes taking Andy's statement and tells the terrified youngster he could have been in very serious trouble, while Lisa lays into Zak with a few home truths
2008
Matthew is frustrated to learn that his father's will confirms that it was his wish for Rosemary to be buried alongside him. Whilst Jimmy and Carl are resigned to this fact, Matthew is still vehemently angry. Later that day, as the funeral procession reaches the graveyard, Grayson is horrified to see Matthew filling in the grave with a shovel. Gray loses it and the pair brawl in the mud. The police show up and Matthew is taken away but swears that it's not over. Meanwhile, at the hospital, Donald continues to play games with Nicola when she gives him details of private nursing agencies. Donald asks why he should want anyone else but her to be by his side. He says that she's described what seems to be a perfect marriage so he would like her to be the one by his side day and night. Paddy is shocked to discover that Ross is dating both Chas and Lexi. Paddy warns Ross on the sly that he won’t get away with it.
Ross organises a lunch date with Chas, but Lexi turns up with a takeaway and he is thrown off guard. Ross makes an excuse to nip over to the Vet's and lies to Chas that he has to miss their date to do an emergency shift at work. Chas drags him into the back room for a quickie. Carl sees and when Lexi later knocks back Carl to see Ross he tells her about Ross and Chas! Ashley is horrified when one of the loose slates falls from the church roof and plummets towards Alan. Ashley manages to push Alan out of the way but as the slate shatters, it leaves a painful splinter in Alan's foot. Ashley offers to drive Alan to hospital and he later guiltily confesses to Laurel that he turned down Greg’s offer to fix the loose tiles. Perdy turns up at Mill Cottage and tells Gray that she has had the divorce petition drawn up. Katie comforts a devastated Gray.
Lexi is furious with Ross for doing the dirty on her with Chas and she gatecrashes their date at a restaurant. Chas apologises to Lexi for going out with Ross, but the penny drops that Ross has been seeing both of them and Chas throws a drink in Lexi's face. The girls start to brawl and are arrested, but they later make their peace and vow to get revenge on two-timing Ross. Alan tells a guilty Ashley that someone told him that he knew the tiles were loose on the roof and Ashley assumes that Greg has been telling tales.
Jimmy's emotions are stirred when a business associate mentions that he bumped into Kelly working in a restaurant in Liverpool. Jimmy tries to bury his reawakened feelings for Kelly and later tells Carrie that she and Scarlett mean a lot to him. Jimmy and Carrie kiss and Carrie blurts out that she loves him. But there's an awkward moment when a flustered Jimmy replies ‘cheers’ instead of declaring his love! Lexi and Chas plot their revenge against Ross and they tell a surprised Ross that they overreacted and should make friends again.
Carrie is upset about Jimmy's failure to tell her that he loves her too and she is cool with Jimmy when he tries to apologise. Meanwhile, Scarlett is also upset with Jimmy for 'paying' Daz to take her out. Carrie is further infuriated when Jimmy is scathing about her getting pregnant with Lexi when she was a teenager and she tells Jimmy that it might be best if she and Scarlett leave the village. Jonny starts up a dancercise class in the village hall, but the older members of the community find it difficult to follow his routine, as it's more aerobics than dancing.
Andy ushers an unsuspecting Jo off to the hairdressers with Victoria to keep her out of the way while they prepare the barn for the wedding. Jo is shocked when Sam lets slip that the wedding won't be happening in the church, but she is touched when she is given Laurel's altered wedding dress and Andy shows her the beautifully decorated barn. But disaster strikes when Andy is unexpectedly called into court for his sentence and the wedding is off. Carrie is furious when she finds out that Jimmy was trying to look up the restaurant that Kelly was seen working in. Jimmy denies it, but Carrie decides that their relationship is over. Carl gives Jimmy food for thought when he tells him that he's wasting his time pining over Kelly and he tells Carrie he wants her back.
Nicola and David discuss care homes for Donald in The Woolpack and Rodney overhears. Rodney tells Paul that Donald seems to have Nicola jumping through hoops and he intends to pay him a visit. Rodney turns up at the hospital and Donald keeps up the pretence that he doesn't remember Nicola. But Rodney accuses Donald of tormenting Nicola and Donald comes clean and admits that he's testing Nicola to discover her motives. Eli smugly tells an uncomfortable Lily that she should 'do something' about her aches and pains.
Scarlett and Daz have slept rough in one of the cars at the garage. Carrie is unconcerned by Scarlett's absence as she knows that Scarlett always returns after one of her disappearances. But she begins to get worried when she learns that Daz is also missing. Scarlett returns home and breaks down on Jimmy, revealing that she doesn't want to move to Canada. Jimmy confronts Carrie about her plans and when Carrie's old flame Nick turns up to find out what she wants to do about his job offer
David lets his true feelings for Nicola slip to Eric when Eric confronts him about their relationship. Eric reminds David to keep his eye on her cash potential and not let his heart rule his head. David, however, is upset when Nicola makes it clear that she'll sleep with Donald if she has to and he dumps her. But later it's clear to David that Nicola has fallen for him too and they pledge to be together. Val misreads a Woolpack delivery order and Diane has a go at her.
Nicola confronts Donald about ending their marriage, but he pulls out of the annulment petition and reveals he knows exactly what she's been up to. Nicola is furious to be outwitted by an old man and confused that he doesn't want the annulment. Donald reveals that she's the only woman who has ever challenged him mentally and he wants to end his days with her.
Jonny nips out of the dance rehearsal to book an eye appointment for Val. Paul sees him on the phone and accuses him of cheating. Jonny blurts out the truth about Val's cataracts in front of the dance contestants and Val is horrified and runs to her car. Val reverses but fails to see Samson and runs him over. Samson is rushed to hospital, but he's fine apart from a broken arm. Lisa is furious with Val when the police decide not to prosecute.
Viv bribes Shadrach to get Eli out of Tug Ghyll and she lets herself in to the empty cottage. A drunk Eli stumbles back to the cottage and he's confused when his key won't fit in the lock. Eli sees Viv and realises he's been had - she's changed the locks. Debbie and Jasmine arrive home from their holiday and Debbie is horrified to discover she's been locked out of her home.
Debbie and Jasmine approach Viv in an attempt to get Tug Ghyll back. Jasmine threatens to write a nasty article about Viv in the paper and a worried Viv agrees to give Debbie first refusal on the sale of the house. Debbie asks Matthew for a loan but he turns her down and says he'll buy Tug Ghyll himself. Carl can't resist getting one over on Matthew and he offers Debbie the loan.
Sam gets some more work doing the dodgy taxi deliveries for Eli. Sam is stunned when he drops off the client and the guy demands to know where his package is. Sam finds a package of cannabis stashed in the back seat and he angrily confronts Eli. But when Carl demands his back rent from Sam, Eli pressures Sam into doing one last job and he reluctantly agrees.
Sam is nervous when Ross flags him down for a lift after his own car breaks down and Ross is suspicious. Sam accidentally clips a kerb and Eli's package of drugs for delivery falls from under the seat. Ross arrests Sam for possession with intent to supply. Sam protests that the drugs are not his but he refuses to implicate Eli and he breaks down when he learns that he could face two years in prison.
Sam wakes up in the prison cell feeling lonely and scared and he finally admits to Donna that he was carrying the drugs for Eli. The police turn up at the Dingles and Eli makes a run for it, but he's captured and arrested. Eli reveals that Lily was growing the cannabis plants for him when the police threaten to plant something at his house. Meanwhile, Lily discovers that Eli has been arrested and she confesses to Edna about the cannabis farm and also that she gave Edna some cannabis before the dance! Edna is horrified by both admissions and Lily is arrested when Ross finds cannabis in the teapot.
Sam faces more trouble when a worried Terry reports him to social services. Sam is horrified when social worker Liz turns up and admits that she is worried about Samson following Sam's arrest. Lisa finds out that Liz is at Sam's and she bursts in. A panicky Sam throws a plate of beans at the two women and Liz warns Sam that Samson could end up in care. Edna finds a note from Lily saying that she's packed up and gone.
Andy is paranoid when one of the prison lags jokes that Jo will find herself another man now that he's been banged up. Andy calls Jo and tells her that he wants them to get married in prison. Jo pretends to be happy, but she is less than chuffed! Sam accuses Lisa of calling social services but Duke admits that it was Terry. Lisa urges Zak to make Sam see sense and get him to move back in before the whole village turns against him.
Gray is miserable when he returns from a business trip to discover that Perdy is packing the rest of her belongings. Gray and Perdy argue over a painting while Katie looks on, hurt that Gray has hardly even said hello to her. Later, Katie hosts a party for Gray and his colleagues, who think that Katie is Gray's new woman. Katie is flattered. Katie tells a worried Chas that she's completely fallen for Gray. Zak confronts Sam and asks him to come back to the Dingles' with Samson. Sam refuses and Zak is angry with his stubborn son.
Katie goes for her first baby scan with Gray and Perdy at her side. Perdy wants to know whether it's a boy or a girl, but Gray insists that it's Katie's decision. Katie graciously agrees to let Perdy know, but Perdy tells her that whether boy or girl, the baby will be perfect. Later, Katie comforts Gray when he has a moment about only being a part-time dad. Sam takes Samson to work at the farm with him and a worried Jo tells Lisa. Zak has words with Sam and insists that a farm is not a suitable place for a toddler.
Shadrach learns that Zak and Lisa are planning on applying for temporary custody of Samson and, shocked, he tells Sam and advises him to go on the run! Shadrach gives Sam a gun for emergencies, but Sam lands himself in hot water when he goes to the factory to ask Eric for a loan. Finding no one there, Sam helps himself to the cash box and when David turns up he threatens them with a gun!
Sam is afraid when the police turn up to look for him at the barn and he sneaks out of the back with Samson. Shadrach goes to the barn and he panics when he discovers that Sam has disappeared. Shadrach admits to Chas that he encouraged Sam run away. The Dingles are furious and they set out to look for the still missing Sam, but they're forced to call off the search when darkness falls.
Zak is desperate to find Sam and Eric suggests that they do a TV appeal. Lisa thinks it's a good idea and she persuades Zak to agree. Zak and Lisa go on TV to do the appeal, but Zak is too choked to speak and Lisa has to do the appeal, telling Sam that they all love and miss him. Meanwhile, in a deserted house,
Katie loves spending time with Gray and hands him the portfolio he'd forgotten before he leaves for a business meeting. When he returns, he credits her with the meeting going so well for him. Andy receives the marriage documents to sign, but Jo is still having doubts about the wedding. After Jack tells Jo that he'll take Sarah to playgroup, she makes plans to visit Andy, but the playgroup soon calls to tell her Sarah is sick and can't be around the other kids.
Gray has a heart to heart with Diane who advises him not to get too involved with Katie, but Gray insists he knows what he's doing. Meanwhile, Katie goes to the Home Farm office to see if she can find Rosemary’s cardigan. Katie can't find the cardie but when she bumps into Perdy she plays up to her and she tells Gray that she has had some success with Perdy.
Carrie informs Lexi of her plans to move to Canada with Scarlett, but Lexi has a plan to keep Scarlett – and her inheritance – in the village. Lexi pulls out all the stops to play on Scarlett's emotions and convince her to stay and ropes Daz into her plan to convince her. Scarlett falls for Lexi's plan and tells Carrie she wants to stay in the village. Carrie sadly agrees and she waves goodbye to Emmerdale.
Jimmy invites the solicitor Patrick Dunne to Home Farm to talk about Lexi being Scarlett's trustee and he's annoyed when Dunne reveals that Lexi has already contacted him and assured him of the King brothers' support. Scarlett finds out that Lexi has slept with Carl and demands to know what she's playing at. Lexi is evasive, but promises to be honest with Scarlett in the future. Andy calls Jo from prison and he's worried when he learns that she's out having a drink with Ross.
Jo pushes Debbie to sign the adoption form for Sarah, but Debbie reveals that all her post is at Tug Ghyll and Viv won't let her in the house. Jo persuades Bob to let Debbie have the keys. Debbie is shaken when she opens the adoption letter as she realises that it will separate her from Sarah forever. Debbie tells Jo that she needs more time to think.
Scarlett worries about Chas's warning to watch her back and she accuses Lexi of using her for her own profit. Lexi tries to calm her fears and promises her that she has Scarlett's best interests at heart. Lexi, Jimmy and Carl are confident that the solicitors will declare Lexi as trustee, but Matthew seems to have something up his sleeve.
Katie invites Gray out for lunch after an appointment with the midwife but he knocks her back. Katie makes her move anyway and she attempts to seduce him. Gray tells her that he wants to take things slowly and relents on going to the pub for lunch. Katie's surrogacy is accidentally outed in The Woolpack by Carl while he is bickering with Matthew. Katie tells Gray that now the secret is out, it's time for their relationship to move on.
Sam is forced to come out of hiding and take Samson to hospital when he develops a high fever. Sam does a runner from the hospital after the receptionist identifies him and he calls Marlon in his desperation. Marlon arranges for Sam to meet him at Tall Trees Cottage, while he sends Shane and the coppers over to the now empty abandoned cottage. Donna turns her police radio off to pacify Sam and she and Marlon talk him into giving himself up. Scarlett dismisses Lexi's attempt to make things up to her.
Jo gets a lift to see Andy in prison from Ross when she misses the bus and it's noticed by the other visitors. Jo tells Andy that she loves him, but she can't agree to marry him in prison and Andy is devastated. But after Andy ends up in the prison hospital after a fight with Charlie, Jo relents to lift his spirits. Sam is questioned about the 'robbery' at the factory but Sam insists that it was a loan from Eric.
Nicola accuses Donald of deliberately trying to annoy her and she's further put out by Donald's flirting with his naughty nurse. Nicola is stunned when she discovers Cindy is an actress and she realises that Donald is playing games. Nicola attempts to seduce Donald in a bid to overload his weak heart but a jealous David interrupts. A frustrated Nicola tells David that they'll just have to kill Donald outright! Val and Rodney reveal to Paul and Jonny that they've come up with separate wedding suggestions, as all they did was bicker. Rodney wants an elegant top-hat-and-tails affair, while Val suggests they have a 1950s American kitsch wedding. Rodney and Val both think that they've won Paul and Jonny's approval. Jo tells the Sugdens that she and Andy will marry while he is still in prison and she does her best to sound enthusiastic. Also, Sam leaves Lisa in charge of Samson while he returns to work.
Nicola learns that Miles will be away overnight and she tells a horrified David that they need to act but David can't bring himself to agree to murder. Nicola offers to cook dinner for Donald but when David finds out he interrupts. David fears he's too late after seeing Nicola brandishing a kitchen knife but Donald is alive and well and Nicola doesn't get the chance to serve Donald her poisoned cheesecake! Sandy gets a call from Luke in India and he later tells Ashley that Luke has invited him to stay with him.
Jo tries to summon up enthusiasm for her prison wedding, but is having a hard job of it. Jo's friends secretly decorate The Woolpack to give Jo a hen night to remember. Jo attempts to put on a brave face, but the night takes a bad turn after Jake spikes her drink and she later thinks the ladies are laughing about her wedding. Jo makes a scene and a concerned Ross takes her back home. Ross comforts an upset Jo and they kiss.
Jo is taken to her wedding in a chauffeur-driven limo as a surprise gift from Jack, Victoria and Daz. Laurel, meanwhile, tries to brighten up the prison room with candles. Andy is stunned by his beautiful bride when Jo walks in, looking radiant. Ashley conducts the service and the loved up couple say 'I do', but they have just 20 minutes after the wedding before Andy is sent back to his cell. Meanwhile, Andy's nemesis, newly released convict Charlie, is at Butlers Farm, finds the spare key and lets himself in.
Jo is desperate to see Andy after Charlie's appearance at the farm, but she is denied access without a visiting order. Jake confronts Jo and accuses her of cheating on Andy with Charlie and Jo is forced to explain. Charlie turns up and moves some mysterious boxes into the farm, despite Jo's protests. Later, Andy is hospitalised after being pushed down some stairs at the prison. Jo visits and decides not to worry him about Charlie. Jo returns home to find that Charlie's boxes contain guns. Viv insists that Bob work on his day off when Pearl reveals that she can't come in, despite Mel's offer to help out. Viv is miserable when Bob refuses to stay in the shop and retreats upstairs. Viv eventually admits that the reason she is off with Mel is that she misses Emily.
Laurel is left without a babysitter after Hilary and Doug are delayed returning to the village and she is forced to take Daniel into work. Nicola is furious and Laurel asks Jasmine to look after Daniel while she finishes up. When Hilary and Doug finally arrive the family sit down for a late lunch. Daniel starts to cry, but Hilary stops Laurel from attending to him, reassuring her that he will settle of his own accord. Laurel goes to check on the, by now, quiet Daniel after lunch but she is horrified to discover that he has stopped breathing. A desperate Laurel phones for an ambulance, while Ashley attempts CPR.
Laurel sits silently in Daniel's room, unable to cry. When she hears a baby screaming in the street she rushes out in hysterical confusion. Greg is pushing a crying Arthur and he manages to calm her down. Ashley wonders whether Gabby should go to Bernice's until after the funeral, but Laurel wants her with them.
Ashley and Laurel are still in shock after the death of baby Daniel. The Bishop visits and Ashley gets some comfort as they sit together to pray. Laurel walks in on them and storms off, contemptuous. Ashley is worried and tells Laurel that he can understand her not being able to find comfort in God.
Katie gets hold of the key when Perdy leaves it on the desk and she is delighted when she finds the cardigan in the under-stairs cupboard. Perdy catches Katie red-handed, and Katie attempts to cover up, but Perdy is sure that Gray has put her up to it. Katie blurts out that she and Gray are an item and a furious Perdy chases Katie from the house.
Katie and Gray are relieved to hear that the baby is fine after her fall. Katie is confronted by Perdy, desperate to know how the baby is, but Gray orders her out. A furious Perdy tells Katie that Gray is gay and Katie is confused. Gray tells Katie that he had a few gay affairs when he was a teenager but it's in the past. Katie needs time to think. Victoria wakes up with a hangover and misses her bus to her counselling session.
Diane is pleased that she's made progress with Victoria but she worries about Jo and Victoria managing while Jack is in Spain. Diane pops over to Butler's Farm and her fears grow when she finds farmhands Jake and Sam at odds. Diane offers to move in for a while to help Jo, but she is devastated when Jo makes it clear that Diane is no longer part of the family and the farm is not her concern.
Nicola is alarmed when she sees Cindy downing some of Donald's pills for a headache as she's secretly upped Donald's dose and she is terrified that Cindy will die. Nicola makes a panicked call to David, but they're relieved when Cindy seems fine. David has had enough and tells Nicola that Donald has offered him a job and their relationship is over. Jo feels bad about being harsh with Diane and she confesses to Victoria about their confrontation.
Emily and Patricia make their surprise returns on the morning of Paul and Jonny's wedding. However, in the midst of the chaos caused by the simmering feud between Rodney and Val, Paul decides enough is enough. T
Eric has agreed to meet up with Rosalind at a hotel and he guiltily lavishes gifts on an unsuspecting Val. Eric feels uncomfortable when Rosalind books a room and goes to make herself 'more comfortable'. Rosalind lures Eric into bed, but things take an unexpected turn when he can't perform.
Eric has a visit from Rosalind who reveals that she's being blackmailed over the photo of them kissing. Rosalind wants to go to the police but Eric begs her to pay up to avoid Val finding out. David finds out what has happened and he suggests that Eric gives Rosalind the backhander he got from the Kings to pay the blackmailer. Eric hopes the cash will be enough to end the blackmail demands.
Laurel and Ashley both struggle to cope on the morning of Daniel's funeral. At the service, Laurel is unable to give her reading and so Doug steps in to aid his daughter. Fighting back tears, Ashley then gives a moving eulogy for his son with the congregation welling up, but Laurel can only stare blankly at the coffin.
Jo is horrified when Charlie reveals that he's moving into the farmhouse and there's nothing she can do about it. Jake urges Jo to go to the police but she is afraid that Charlie will get to Andy. Jo visits Andy and she returns to discover that Jake has called the police – although Charlie is nowhere to be seen.
Jo gets a visit from Jimmy who reluctantly tells her that unless she pays her rent arrears, she'll have to leave the farm. Jo insists that she has the money in the bank and promises to drop it off later. Jo gets back from the bank with the cash, but she's horrified when Charlie demands she give it to him. Jo admits to a furious Matthew that she hasn't got the money and he tells her he will start eviction proceedings.
When Jo tries to leave to attend Andy's appeal, Charlie insists she's going nowhere -- he needs her home in case anything goes wrong on the job. Debbie waits in the getaway car whilst Chas and Charlie enter the supposedly empty club. Suddenly Chas hears a scuffle and scream from the office and discovers Charlie with a gun to the bar manager's head. He orders a shaking Chas to open the safe and grab the cash. Will the Dinglebelles add armed robbery to their CVs? Meanwhile, Sam is in a bind when Chas isn't around to babysit Samson and a hungover Shadrach offers to look after him.
Jamie decks out the living room with romantic candles and balloons in preparation for his proposal. He's stunned when he goes to find Louise and discovers a pregnancy test on the bed. A defensive Louise takes one look at Jamie's face and refuses to divulge the result. Jamie winkles it out of her and she admits that she's not pregnant, but she accuses him of looking horrified and the couple have a huge argument. Matthew refuses to sell the refuse trucks to Carl in a fit of pique, but Jimmy convinces Matthew to see sense and discuss prices.
Jamie is convinced by Bob to make up with Louise and tell her about his planned proposal. Jamie tells Louise that he has something to say, but she thinks he's going to dump her and gets in first! Jamie is crushed but when he later finds Louise crying on the bridge, he realises her true feelings and produces the ring and proposes.
Nicola tinkers with the electric train control box. David pleads with her to give up her idea, but Nicola is stubborn. Nicola waits expectantly when Donald later picks up the 'live' switch but nothing happens and she realises that David has fixed it back. Nicola vows to continue her murder attempts and a desperate David confesses all to Donald, revealing he doesn't want to see Donald dead and Nicola in jail.
Nicola doesn't realise that she's been rumbled by Donald when he tricks her into taking him for a day on the moors. As she's steeling herself to push him over a cliff edge he blurts out he'll save her the bother! The wheelchair speeds towards the cliff edge but Donald is saved when the chair overturns. Nicola is in shock and she apologises wholeheartedly for her plotting.
Debbie waits in the getaway car while Chas and Charlie enter the club. The plan is that the alarm will go off and Chas will make her escape, but Charlie will be arrested. Things go horribly wrong when Charlie reveals he has a gun and holds the bar manager hostage.
Andy is furious when Val innocently mentions the 'other bloke' who has been helping out at the farm and he confronts Jo, demanding to know all about Charlie. Jo does her best to explain what's been going on and Andy feels bad about what she's had to deal with. But his mood quickly changes when Jo admits that Diane had to take over the lease on the farm and he storms into The Woolpack
Laurel is cruel to Ashley when she callously tells him that he's got his career, his flock and his daughter to support him, while she has nothing. Ashley accuses Laurel of wallowing in Daniel's death and she explodes and throws crockery at him. Laurel heads over to the Cricket Pavilion and is spotted by Greg, who comforts her.
Viv begins to panic when she can't get hold of Happy Smiles' director Freddie but she is in denial that he may be conman, despite Donna's suggestion that she informs the police. Viv visits Playbarn, a supposedly Happy Smiles funded ventures to check it out but it's soon clear that the business has nothing to do with Happy Smiles and Donna later confirms that the charity is unregistered and Freddie appears to have done a flit.
Katie and Gray attend a baby scan and discover they are having a boy. Later at The Woolpack, Perdy sees the scan photo in Katie's hand and is furious that Gray didn't tell her. Perdy screams at Katie that she's being used and Gray instructs Diane to call the police. Meanwhile, outside the pub, Paul defends Perdy to Gray who then reveals their fling. As Perdy becomes hysterical, Donna turns up and arrests her. Viv and Bob wait at the police station to report Freddie and discover they will be interviewed separately.
Whilst Andy is seeing his solicitor, Jo drops Sarah off with Debbie. A bad tempered Andy returns home after an unproductive meeting with his solicitors. Later on when he announces that he will pick Sarah up from playgroup, Jo becomes alarmed. A suspicious Andy manages to get Jo to reveal Sarah's real whereabouts. As Jo stands in Andy's way, attempting to explain herself, he lashes out and knocks her to the ground.
Shadrach visits Daniel's grave and finds Laurel. He breaks down as he praises her love and care for Daniel. As she reassures him that he's been a good father to Chas, Shadrach drops a bombshell by revealing he has another daughter who he gave away as a baby. Laurel tells a sympathetic Ashley the news and he vows to help Shadrach find his long-lost daughter.
Laurel tells Shadrach that she's already started researching ways he can track down his daughter, he explains he only wanted to get things off his chest, not necessarily find her. When Laurel tries to persuade him it is possible, Shadrach worries about telling Chas and convinces Laurel to tell her for him.
Laurel catches sight of Hilary dashing back into Betty's house. Shocked by Ashley's lack of surprise, she's annoyed to discover that Hilary returned yesterday. Laurel heads to Betty's to talk to her mother and they embrace as Laurel sobs, telling Hilary she is sorry. Meanwhile, the doctor informs Ashley and Laurel that Daniel was a carrier of Cystic Fibrosis and suggests that they have a test to see if either of them passed it on to him.
Donna is unimpressed when Ross invites Shane to Andy and Jo's belated wedding party. Donna is anxious when Shane flirts with Jasmine but as Shane charms the locals Donna decides to give him a chance. But when they leave the pub after the party, Shane tries to force himself on Donna, who knees him in the groin to escape and rushes home in tears. Paddy is fed up when he misses having fun at the party as he is on call and can't drink.
Paddy discovers that his car won't start because Ross tampered with it the night before and he makes Ross give him a lift to work. A tired Ross nearly hits a girl on a moped, who swerves into a ditch. The girl seems fine but Ross asks Paddy to say that he was driving as he may still be over the legal alcohol limit and could lose his job. But the girl's condition worsens and she's rushed to hospital.
Paddy and Ross discover that the moped rider Gennie is in intensive care. Paddy starts to worry, but Ross assures him that if the worst happens then he'll own up to driving the car. Paddy meets Gennie's mother Brenda who reveals that she's adopted, but turns cold on him when she discovers he caused the accident.
Ross refuses to confess and Paddy heads to the station to tell the truth about Gennie's accident. Paddy tells Shane and discovers that he may face a prison sentence for perverting the course of justice if he changes his original statement. Stunned at this news, Paddy is forced to drop it and accept the points on his licence, but he tells Ross that he won't forgive him so easily.
Shane visits Donna claiming he's come to make peace, but he ends up threatening her not to make a complaint. Marlon arrives home and hurls Shane against a wall. Shane warns Ross that he will take him down with him if he backs up Donna's story. Ross is asked to give his statement and he refuses to back Donna up. Donna feels betrayed by her friend and brands him a coward. Paddy feels guilty and visits Gennie at the hospital.
Ross witnesses Shane making a snide comment to Donna on her first day back at work and he sees red, grabs him and threatens him. Shane retorts that it is a bit late to start backing up Donna now. Ross feels gutted when Donna agrees. Daz passes his driving test and Scarlett decides to surprise him and buy him a car, reasoning that it will be of benefit to both of them if they can go on romantic country drives alone.
Matthew winds up Carl when he refuses to let the De Souza rubbish trucks access to the King-owned rubbish depot despite their agreed contract. Carl snaps and arranges for all trucks to dump the rubbish on the steps of Home Farm instead and Matthew is furious. It's clear that it's all-out war between the two brothers.
Viv dolls herself up for the charity cheque presentation at the pub and she takes the giant cheque with her for the ceremony. Donna is worried that Viv is going to the presentation while a police investigation is going on, but Bob points out that it will cheer her up. Viv proudly hands the cheque to the charity representative in front of the villagers and local press.
Carl and Matthew clash at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon and it's not long before fists start to fly. Carl storms out, but Matthew follows him and things escalate. Carl flippantly comments that it's a good job he killed their father and Matthew sees red and attacks him. Donald finds an unconscious and badly beaten Carl. When Carl wakes up in hospital Donald urges him to call the police, but he refuses.
Viv is bailed from the police station and returns to the village to the wrath of her neighbours, who assume her guilt in the charity scam. Hilary marches up to Viv and shouts at her claiming she's used her baby grandson's memory for personal profit and Viv is close to tears when Hilary makes it clear that prison is too good for her.
Donald tells Carl he's got someone in mind for his PA, but Carl claims he's already put an ad in the paper, reassuring Donald that he can trust him. Matthew sees an opportunity and tells Lexi to apply, insisting she's living at Home Farm rent free and he'll make it financially worth her while if she takes the job to spy for him. Lexi can't resist the cash and agrees, even though it will mean betraying Carl.
Chas discovers that Lexi wants the job as Carl's PA and she applies for the job herself to warn her ex that Lexi might be in cahoots with Matthew. Carl thanks her for warning him and hints that he's got things in hand. Donald introduces his favourite candidate, but Carl announces the position has been filled, indicating Lexi, who finds herself caught between the two brothers' feud.
Hilary ropes Doug into visiting the hospital with her to discover more about Daniel's medical history, and a sympathetic Dr Marshall agrees to investigate. Later on, Ashley and Laurel are stunned when the doctor arrives to say there is an anomaly in Daniel's records. Explaining further, Dr Marshall delivers the startling news that Laurel and Daniel's blood groups are incompatible, therefore she cannot be his mother and Laurel is left reeling from the news.
Laurel and Ashley are stunned when Dr Marshall lets slip that Hilary tipped him off about Daniel. Laurel is furious and Ashley questions Hilary's state of mind. Laurel launches into a furious tirade at her mother, urging her to seek help. The mood worsens later on when Hilary brings it up again and Laurel slaps her across the face.
Laurel insists that she doesn't want an investigation into the possible baby swap, but an official from Hotten NHS Trust says they have no choice now the matter's been brought to their attention. A blood sample is then taken from a reluctant Laurel and Ashley.
Gennie arrives unexpectedly in the village to see Paddy and he invites her to Eli's party but she's disturbed to see Shadrach boozing on the street and comments that he reminds her of a tramp in her home village. At the party, Gennie is stunned when she learns it's the Dingles' house and she realises Shadrach is her father.
Donna is upset when Vaughan suggests she withdraw her complaint against Shane, as they can't prove her allegations. Donna is at breaking point when Shane threatens her again and she tells Marlon that she's thinking of resigning. Ross overhears and, feeling guilty, he confesses to Marlon about why he didn't back up Donna's allegations. Marlon is furious but he agrees to keep it from Donna in return for Ross's help in getting back at Shane.
Shane searches Eli's house for drugs and threatens him. Eli is left fuming. When Eli later talks to Marlon, the brothers are surprised to discover that they share a common hatred of Shane. Keen to make up for what he put Marlon and Donna through, Eli is determined to give Shane a good hiding for all of them but Marlon isn't convinced that it's the best plan of revenge. Gennie visits the Dingles to go through some old photos of herself with Shadrach.
Ross turns up at Tall Trees Cottage to offer Donna a lift to work but she tells him that she's not going in. Marlon reminds Ross to help them out with Shane and at the station he pretends to be friendly with him to gain his trust. Back home, Marlon, Eli and Zak wait at the barn wearing balaclavas and call Ross with instructions to lead Shane into their trap – but Ross has a better plan.
Donna is suspicious when Marlon tries to talk her out of going back to work and she finds out he's planning a sting on Shane. Ross admits that he's planted drugs in Shane's locker and Donna storms into work to retrieve the stash. Shane catches her in his locker but she stands her ground and gains the moral high ground, leaving Shane suitably chastised. Lexi is pleased when she is allowed to sit in on Carl's meeting with Donald.
TJ is sent home ill from playgroup, but when Terry returns from the chemists he is shocked to see his son being bundled into an ambulance. After some tests at the hospital, Terry is stunned to be told that TJ has E.coli. Terry confronts Jamie when he worries that his cabbage fertilizer is to blame, but the doctor reassures him that it isn't possible. The doctor explains that if TJ makes it through the next 24 hours he is still at risk from lasting kidney damage.
Terry and Jamie are furious with Jo when Environmental Health suggest that her goat's cheese may have caused the E.coli. Jo is horrified to hear about it and rushes to the hospital to see TJ but Terry refuses to listen to Jo's insistence that her cheese isn't to blame. Jo is nervous when Environmental Health investigate Butlers Farm to pinpoint the source and Andy tries to calm her worries, insisting that he believes her when she says it's not her fault.
Gray sneaks out of the village to visit Perdy and is horrified to find her living in a shabby bedsit, but she does not react well to his sudden arrival. Perdy reluctantly agrees to talk and she asks Gray not to deprive her of the chance to be a mother. Gray is torn by her plea, but he insists he can't hurt Katie.
Gray visits Perdy again and finds her in a terrible mental state and he worries she may do something stupid. Gray is shocked and he promises to help and reveals that he still cares for her. Katie is suspicious about where Gray has been again and they end up having an argument. Gray slips up and calls a gutted Katie 'Perdy'.
Hilary offers to baby-sit Arthur then she does a runner and a furious Mel and Greg miss their flight to Spain. Mel and Greg track Hilary and Arthur down and they demand an explanation but they are stunned when Ashley drops the bombshell that Daniel and Arthur may have been swapped at birth. Laurel is furious with Ashley when a stunned Mel breaks down and Greg insists that Ashley and Laurel leave.
Eric lies in wait for the blackmailer and when a suspicious Val follows him to the country pub he jumps to the conclusion that she is the culprit. Eric realises he's made a big mistake and tries to explain himself, but inadvertently lets the cat out of the bag about his liaison with Rosalind.
Mel decides to leave the village with Arthur before Greg gets his DNA results and she persuades Greg to leave with them. Shadrach doesn’t realise what the couple are planning and drives them to the airport. Back at the village, Ashley sees Jake loading Mel and Greg's suitcases.
Laurel is relieved that Mel has left the village with Arthur and she assures a gutted Hilary that she can’t find it within herself to want Arthur in her life. Hilary tells Laurel that she is going to have to leave the village as she can’t stand by and watch her daughter turn her back on her son.
Gennie feels bad about snubbing Shadrach and explains to Paddy that she didn’t acknowledge him because her adoptive mum Brenda has no idea she is in contact with her biological father. Just as Paddy is about to respond, Chas walks in and has a go at Gennie for denying their father, and makes it clear Shadrach would be better off without her.
Chas feels terrible about mistakenly having a go at Gennie and she arranges a meeting between herself, Shadrach and Gennie in an attempt to smooth things over. Shadrach is pleased things are going well until Brenda arrives and spots Gennie hugging Shadrach.
Bob worries when Viv starts having nightmares about Freddie. Bob is even more uneasy when Viv takes to distributing e-fits of Freddie door-to-door, but he reluctantly agrees to help out. In search of Freddie a desperate Viv accosts a stranger thinking it is him.
Donna and Ross agree to help Viv's search and they go to an empty house belonging to Freddie and find a pile of unopened bills addressed to Viv. Donna wants to tell CID, but Ross urges her to play it cool, as they weren't on duty. Donna tells Viv that she will tell the investigating officer but makes her promise to stay put. Viv immediately flouts Donna's wishes and heads to the house with Bob to retrieve the post.
Ashley and Laurel venture out into the village but immediately regret it as they begin to attract knowing looks from other villagers. Seeing Greg and Jake in the pub, Ashley questions whether Mel will be back before the hearing. Jake retorts angrily, blaming Ashley for her disappearance.
On the morning of the hearing, Ashley fails to convince Laurel to attend. Instead, she bumps into Greg and spends the morning with him looking through pictures of Daniel. Ashley returns from the hearing and is instantly edgy to see them together. He explains that Mel and Arthur will have to have a DNA test once they return.
Ashley is cold with Laurel following her revelation about kissing Greg. Laurel also confesses to Doug and is upset when he takes Ashley's side; he upbraids her for her selfishness. Ashley goes looking for Greg but Edna persuades him to discuss his problems in church. Edna talks about her son Peter and warns Ashley not to abandon his real son.
Andy is getting more and more wound up by Debbie's continued presence in Sarah's life and Jo sends him over the edge when he learns she ignored his demands not to see Terry and when she defiantly refuses to sell her goats.
Viv and Bob are losing customers and profits at the shop as the police investigation continues. Their private investigator arrives for an update and after he releases details of a key witness, Viv sneaks out to interrogate the witness herself.
Bob wonders if Viv is really innocent while Gray and Katie decide on nursery colours. Gray receives another text from Perdy and rushes off to meet her. Jake phones Melanie and insists that they can sort everything out if she comes back. Louise is shocked when Jamie says that they will need to look after the twins if both Bob and Viv are sent down, although Louise insists they are innocent.
Gray tells Katie that he has painted the nursery. Melanie notices Ashley walks past Tenant's Cottage for the third time and tells Greg that they are under surveillance. Grayson receives a call from Perdita but lies to Katie that it was the garage.
Katie keeps her discovery secret from Gray and seethes when he continues to lie. Katie confronts Perdy and launches a tirade against the two of them, warning Perdy she will never play a part in her child's life. Perdy breaks down and blames everything on Gray, warning Katie that he only cares for the child. Katie is unsettled and tells Gray she will let Perdy have access to the baby, but she tells Chas she's secretly planning to leave with the baby as soon as it's born. Ashley worries about Gabby's recent bad behaviour. When he explains the situation to Doug,
Eric receives a tax demand for £30,000 and tells David he'd rather face 10 years behind bars than the wrath of Val if he doesn't provide her with a wedding! Eric overhears Jo fondly remembering Andy decking out the barn as a surprise for their wedding and hatches a plan to bring the wedding forward and put on a low-cost version in a field.
Bob manages to get one of the witnesses to remember a specific date that they saw Viv going into the house with Freddie and he checks the post office records and is shocked to see that Viv was off that day. Bob questions Viv about her whereabouts and a broken-hearted, betrayed Viv tells Bob to leave. Louise is worried about the Hopes and she suggests to Bob that he may have got it wrong but he insists that his marriage is on its knees
Carl falls for Matthew's trap and heads over to Home Farm when he hears about Matthew's presentation. As the new King and Sons logo is flashed up on a projector screen, Carl sees that it's a direct copy of the logo he created for the De Souzas and he realises that Matthew has ripped off all his ideas - including a company environmental makeover.
Lexi feels guilty about the trouble she's caused when she hears that Jimmy is planning to leave the business and move out of Home Farm. Lexi sheepishly thanks Jimmy for not telling Scarlett and Carl about her betrayal, but Jimmy calls her manipulative and money-grabbing and says that Carl and Scarlett will soon find out for themselves. Rodney reminds Matthew that his insurance will cover the cost of the broken equipment and that Zak needs the money to pay for Belle.
Carl has a go at Jimmy for sabotaging his plans for the De Souzas, but Jimmy insists that he had nothing to do with it and he suggests he looks closer to home. Carl realises that Jimmy is hinting that Lexi had a hand in things and he angrily confronts her. Lexi says she was blackmailed by Matthew and Carl storms over to confront his brother.
Sharon turns up in the village and a panicky Val hides from her, but her curiosity gets the better of her and she asks Sharon why she is back in Emmerdale. Sharon tells a surprised Val that she's come to support her in the 'Village Pub of the Year' contest.
Val storms round to see Lisa when the tablecloths aren't delivered on the morning of the contest. On arrival, Val is knocked unconscious when Lisa accidentally opens the door into her face. Lisa agrees to allow Eli to take care of Val while she delivers the table cloths, but on her return she finds that Eli has taken Val hostage in the barn.
Andy struggles at the cattle market as the food poisoning scare continues to haunt the business and he insists that Jo sells off the goats. Sam gets the feeling that his job may be on the line and he seeks reassurance from Jo, who promises to have a word with Andy.
Ashley sets off for the hearing alone but tells Laurel to join him later. Mel is hopeful when she realises that Laurel hasn't turned up. Laurel wrestles with her conscience as the hearing begins but just as things are looking bad for Ashley, she bursts in.
Mel and Greg can barely contain their grief as they say their goodbyes to Arthur and hand him over to Ashley, while Laurel watches from upstairs. Back home, Mel launches into a furious tirade against Greg, blaming him for what's happened before she collapses in grief into her husband's arms. Ashley tries to explain the situation to a confused Gabby, but his efforts are hampered by Laurel's refusal to spend time with Arthur. Eric has got David to ask Val for a loan so he can secretly put it towards his VAT bill. David soon feels the rough end of the bargain when Val expects daily tasks to be completed while the loan is outstanding.
Diane organises a birthday party for Sarah and tries to convince Debbie to attend, but Debbie refuses. Debbie asks Diane to tell Andy that she'll pop over to Butlers Farm while they're out with a gift for Sarah. Diane tells Jo and Andy her plans for a party for Sarah. Andy is ungrateful, but grudgingly agrees.
Jo has a go at Andy for taking his temper out on Sarah's new dolls house and warns him to think of an explanation to tell Sarah when she catches him trying to fix it. Andy tells an upset Sarah that it was an accident. Andy gets his own back on Jo by reminding her that she needs to sack Sam.
Ashley is at his wit's end trying to get Arthur to feed and he tries to create an atmosphere of calm, but nothing seems to work. A desperate Ashley reluctantly asks Mel to help out and Arthur finally manages to eat. Laurel is furious when she finds them and accuses Ashley of prolonging the torment for both Arthur and Mel. When Greg finds out he is equally angry. Lexi feels lonely as Scarlett packs up to spend six weeks with Carrie.
Mel turns up to see how Arthur is and Ashley admits that he's not really eaten anything since she left the previous day. Mel suggests feeding him again and Ashley is torn between Arthur's welfare and Greg's steely words the night before.
Nicola is struggling to look after Colette's dog Beau and she leaves him at home, despite Rodney's warning. Rodney is fuming when Beau makes a good job of wrecking the lounge, but he finds himself charmed by the tiny terror. Nicola is thrilled when she gets a call from Colette, who reveals that some of her friends would like to book her dog-sitting services. Jake starts his trial in the pub kitchen and he and Jasmine are soon joking around. T
Jasmine is having doubts about going on holiday with Miles, who is painfully aware that all it not well between them. Donald worries for his son and reminds Jasmine that Miles relies on her, but Jasmine is irritated by his interference. When Miles sees Jasmine chatting to Jake his jealousy flares and he and Jasmine argue
Nicola is run ragged by the dogs after taking on more than she can handle. She enlists David's help with a ferocious Alsatian, but they find themselves locked in the B&B to escape it. An unwitting Sharon returns and David and Nicola overhear her slagging off David to one of her friends on her mobile. Nicola comforts David and they realise that they've missed each other.
Donna is on surveillance with Ross while Marlon is filming his TV slot and Ross tries to cheer her up. The pair end up discussing past relationships and Donna admits what happened with Max King. Ross can't hide his feelings any longer and blurts out that he loves her. Donna is shocked and Ross feels mortified at his blunder. David insists to a cynical Eric that he and Nicola make a great team.
Donna tells Katie that Ross declared his love for her and Katie agrees that it's probably best she keep the news from Marlon - as long as she sets Ross straight. Donna is awkward when Ross arrives at work, but Ross gets in first and apologises for his words.
Eric is delighted when the client is impressed by the samples that he's managed to get knocked up in record time. Val stands firm when the client wants to renegotiate a lower price and Eric is dismayed when the client says she'll go elsewhere. Val is stunned when Eric starts sobbing over the lost business and he finally confesses that he has a £30k VAT bill to pay
Val is troubled by money worries and realises that desperate measures are called for. She confesses to a shocked Diane that she'll have to consider selling her share of the pub. But when Val overhears Jimmy saying that he wants to invest in property to do up and sell on she gets a bright idea and sells him the idea of converting the factory into apartments.
Eric is forced to break the news to the workers that he has no orders and no wages and so the factory will have to close. Sam follows Eric outside and sympathises with his predicament but offers to work for free until he's back on his feet. Touched, Eric explains that it will make no difference and makes an off the cuff remark that it would have been better if the factory had just gone up in smoke.
Carl is worried when Donald has a funny turn and he offers to take him to the hospital. Donald is insistent that he's had enough of hospitals for a lifetime and says he'll lie down on the sofa instead. Carl calls the doctor anyway and Donald is cross but he later apologises, realising that Carl had his best interests at heart.
Terry has found out about Eric's plans for a housing development and when he sees Eric talking to Matthew he is enraged, suspecting that they are in league. Terry confronts Matthew and reminds him that the last King development ended in Dawn's death and threatens to not give him a minute's peace if he attempts another one.
Val announces that The Woolpack has won the pub of the year contest, but when the judge turns up, it's clear Val has got the wrong end of the stick. The Woolpack was left runner-up to The Malt after winning top marks on food, but being marked down for service. Marlon blames Val for scuppering the pub's chances and as the row escalates, Marlon declares that he's leaving The Woolpack to work for The Malt!
Greg and Mel take Arthur to the baby-signing class and Greg enjoys himself, but when the instructor refers to Mel and Greg as Arthur's parents, and Mel fails to correct him, Greg is furious. Greg confronts Mel and insists that she's making the situation worse for herself. Mel tells Greg that she won't give up Arthur and he's either with her - or they have no future together.
Ashley shares his worries about Arthur with Doug and Doug is fearful that he's considering giving Arthur back to the Dolands. Later, Laurel worries when Arthur stats wheezing and she suggests that he needs Mel, but Doug insists that all he needs is her and Ashley.
Jamie worries about suggesting to Bob and Viv that they sign over the businesses to him and Louise and his fears prove founded when Viv and Bob are stunned into silence. Viv snaps and accuses Louise of being a leech and Jamie tries to talk them round and insist it's in their best interest, but an angry Viv orders them out.
Debbie invites Eli to Leeds for the day, but is disappointed when he turns her down to help Gennie. Debbie sees Eli sharing a cosy lunch with Gennie at the cafe and she is jealous.
Eli winds up Debbie about how well he gets on with Gennie and in a fit of temper she tells him she wants him out of the house. A jealous Debbie 'lets slip' to Eric and Val about the factory in the B&B and Eric is furious - until the happy rep puts in another order for 600 curtains.
Lexi discovers that Donald is leaving the business and she calls Carl to tell him the news. In her haste to talk to Carl she ignores an urgent message for Donald from a stranger called Anna. Carl decides to confront Donald about his plans and Donald wonders whether Carl feels that the business owes him.
Carl greets a stranger called Anna and wrongly assumes she's come for an interview. Carl is rattled that she has an extensive knowledge of Donald, but agrees to allow her to attend the birthday party. At the event, Anna drops a bombshell and reveals herself to be Donald's daughter, shocking Carl and infuriating her father who explains he disowned her because of her money-grabbing husband. Anna tries to apologise and says her marriage is over but Donald refuses to listen. Warning him not to entrust the business to Carl, Anna states the case that she should inherit it instead. Will Donald's faith in Carl be shaken by his daughter's reappearance?
Katie is startled when Gray catches her looking at an adoption website and has to do some quick thinking. Later, Chas tells Katie she deserves financial compensation for all she's been through, but Katie is unsure. Chas pushes Katie to fill out a blank cheque that Gray has left lying around but she insists she'll get what's owed without having to steal. Donald cancels lunch with Anna to meet Carl and an offended Anna decides to leave.
Katie realises she needs money to flee after the baby is born and she lies to Gray that her mum is having money problems and suggests she comes to stay. Gray falls for Katie's plan and offers to give Katie money to pay the debt instead. Katie also wants to have Perdy where she can keep an eye on her and she suggests to Gray that he saves money paying for Perdy's flat by letting her move back in.
Katie is pleased her plan is working when Gray transfers money into her account and moves Perdy back to the village. Paul sees Perdy and approaches her, but he only upsets his former friend. Katie wants to know why Perdy and Paul fell out and is stunned when Jonny confesses that Paul had an affair with Gray. Katie feels sympathy for Perdy and angrily tells Perdy she's going to leave Gray, but Perdy begs her to wait until the baby is born.
Donna suspects there's been a sighting of Freddie when a man reports a charity collector as a possible conman. Donna tells Viv, who is unable to contain herself and insists to Bob that they rehire the private investigator. Bob turns her down flat and Viv begs Donna for financial help instead when she rehires Rebecca secretly.
Viv and the police reach a stand off as Freddie grabs the twins' pram, and secretly plants an envelope, Viv is forced to throw the Dictaphone to Freddie in exchange for the twins. He throws the tape in the pond and runs. Viv spies Ross and asks for help, however his fellow police officer finds the planted cash and Ross is forced to take her to the police station. With Jo starting at the Woolpack, an insecure Jasmine wears a short, tight skirt, only to be flummoxed when Jo shows up in simple clothes. Andy soon arrives to undermine Jo's confidence, leading Jo to get blind drunk. Newcomer Anna ingratiates herself to the Dingles and Rodney when she uses Titch to help her hunt pheasants on Home Farm land. They attend at her invitation a Holdgate Farm barbecue. Throughout the day she and Carl continue to spar. Nicola is frustrated at the amount of time it's taking to get a buyer for Rodney's book, and decides to push harder.
Jo wakes up with no memory of her drunken night but her arm is mysteriously covered in bruises. Andy insists that she hurt herself while she was drunk but Jo doubts his story. Andy has the upper hand when he says that she can't remember anything so she shouldn't argue. Andy demands that Jo gives up the job at The Woolpack but Diane intervenes and advises Andy to visit Jack in Spain for a few weeks to get some time off. Bob and Viv share a picnic with the twins and Viv makes an emotional confession that she shared a kiss with Freddie.
Bob is devastated after Viv's admission that she kissed Freddie and he confides his troubles to Diane, who asks him whether he still loves Viv and whether he should put his pride aside to be with her. Bob realises Diane is right and he loves his wife and he decides to forgive her. Bob rushes home to tell her and also pledge his full support. Nicola is delighted when she gets a call from a publisher raving about Rodney's book. David is stunned when Nicola claims full credit for writing the book and mentions Rodney as merely an inspiration and claims that he is dead! David is worried about the wisdom of pretending to be the real author but Nicola tells David she wants him to be her 'agent' and refuses to listen to his doubts.
Louise and Jamie return from their holiday loved up but Louise is furious when she realises that Terry has made the storeroom factory permanent without asking her. A wily Val winds Terry up about taking orders from Louise and he reacts by signing an official contract to allow the workers to stay in the storeroom. After a row with Jamie, a drunken Louise reports the factory to health and safety in revenge.
Jonny is surprised when Perdy gets back from a shopping trip with piles of baby items and he questions Katie over Perdy's involvement with the baby. Katie tells him that if it all goes to plan she will make Gray pay for his duplicity by giving the baby to Perdy and enough money for her to run away. Jonny is stunned and lets slip to Paul that Katie is thinking of denying Gray his child. Jonny is disturbed when Paul wants to tell Grayson the truth - he tells Paul if Paul chooses Grayson over him for a second time, their relationship is finished.
Gray is suspicious about Katie and asks what's going on. Paul is evasive but Gray pieces together the truth and realises that Katie is planning something drastic with the baby. Gray discovers that Katie has brought forward the date for the C-section and he angrily confronts her. Jonny intervenes and Katie does a runner to Matthew's. Katie forces Matthew to take her to Perdy, but after collecting her she goes into labour.
Gray spends all night searching for Perdy, but returns home defeated. The police refuse to investigate the 'baby-snatching' as the baby is with its biological mother. Meanwhile, Jonny asks Katie if she wants to stay at Victoria Cottage and he is sickened by Paul's sympathy for Gray when he tells Paul about his offer. Jonny tells both Paul and Gray to stay away from him and Katie.
Gennie basks in her success as the hot tub turns up to the delight of the Dingles. Chas reminds Gennie that she doesn't have to prove herself, as she's already part of the family. Eli throws a pool party, but the fun is spoiled when Brenda shows up and demands Gennie get out immediately. Brenda realises Gennie lied to her about having a job.
Gennie escapes Brenda by telling her she has a job at the Vet's and Chas convinces Josh to spend the afternoon with her and let Gennie cover the phones. Gennie breaks into the drugs cabinet after an emergency call from Sam about an injured sheep when she can't get hold of Josh and rushes to Butler's Farm on her moped. When Edna sees the broken cabinet she assumes the vet's has been burgled and calls the police.
Sam offers to cook dinner for Jo and Sarah and concerned Lisa offers to come with him but a defensive Sam refuses. Sam is chuffed when Jo gives him a peck on the cheek to say thank you and it's clear he's not interested in Lisa's warnings. Lexi asks Jimmy to put in a good word with Carl for her, unaware that he is increasingly attracted to Anna. Carl is spiky when Jimmy brings up Lexi and he insists that he and Lexi are over. David offers to clean Rodney's house for free to hunt for more Rollercoaster Rod stories but he leaves empty-handed. Later, David sneaks a dictaphone into Gabby's room, hoping to record another story. Also, Gennie is off the hook with the police.
Carl is sick of hearing Anna ’s ideas to improve the business and teases her by suggesting she take one of the trucks out. Carl smugly hands over the keys but Anna soon breaks down and is annoyed to realise the petrol tank is empty, thanks to Carl's prank. Avoiding a near miss, Matthew pulls up in his car and relishes finding out who Anna is. Matthew offers Anna a lift back to the village and they get their own back on Carl by pretending the police impounded the truck for being stolen. Carl cottons on that he's been fooled and is unnerved when Anna gives Matthew a lingering kiss.
Gray apologises to Paul for causing trouble between him and Jonny. Paul hugs Gray goodbye, and Jonny is gutted to see them. Paul insists there is nothing between them but will Jonny believe him? Anna tells Carl she's having lunch with Matthew, but he won't take the bait. Carl kisses Lexi again in an attempt to get to Anna - but Anna tells Carl she knows what he wants, and she's sure he'll be back for more. Val is furious when Eric hints that, due to the factory crisis, they may not be able to go on a honeymoon. Val suggests they put the honeymoon on hold, but Pollard suggests she go alone! Also, Miles invites an uninterested Jasmine for a drink; Carrie sends Lexi tickets for Canada.
Gray forces his way into Victoria Cottage and demands Katie reveals Perdy’s whereabouts. Katie insists her lips are sealed but this only infuriates Gray further and he physically attacks her. The incident is seen by Paul and he intervenes, striking Gray twice. The drama spills out onto the street and the gathering villagers are appalled to hear that Gray and Paul slept together.
Daz succumbs to peer pressure from Jake and takes Anna’s car for a ride. Anna complains to Debbie who has no choice but to fire Daz. Still eager for fun, the boys notice that one of the Kings’ vans have been left unattended and Jake takes Daz joyriding through the country lanes. However, he takes a sharp bend too quickly and the van slides off the road and slams into a tree. Both boys are unhurt but the van is in a much sorrier state.
Jimmy complains about his dire love life, unaware that Matthew has arranged for him a date with an admirer. They arrive home to find Roberta waiting, and Matthew tells her to satisfy his brother! Jimmy is hesitant, and an offended Roberta collapses in tears. Jimmy comforts her, and soon the pair are kissing.
Andy surprises Jo by arriving home early from his break and when Sam turns up for lunch she tells him they have to cancel. Jo is horrified when Sam moves in for a kiss and a mortified Sam runs away. Andy sees Sam disappearing and accuses Jo of telling Sam about their troubles. Andy gives Jo another beating and follows it up by beating up Sam.
Andy makes a bruised Jo stay at home while he visits The Woolpack and lies to Diane that Jo is hung-over. Andy is unaware of Sam whispering to Lisa that he is lying. As Andy leaves, Zak warns him not to touch Sam again or risk the wrath of the Dingles. Despite his family's concerns, Sam goes to see Jo and she can't deny that Andy has hit her.
Sam can't resist sneaking over to Butler's Farm to check on Jo and finds her doubled up in pain. Sam forces Jo to go to the hospital, where Jo lies about her injuries. An angry Sam tells the doctor that Jo was beaten up and the doctor immediately confronts Jo, but she betrays Sam by insisting he's got it wrong. Sam makes a quick exit when Andy arrives at the hospital.
Eric holds the factory launch but the workers angrily confront him when Pearl overhears him telling McNally that he's advertising for a new workforce. Eric bluffs that he's looking to expand but then he lets slip he wants them to reapply for their own jobs. An outraged Pearl pushes a cheesecake into a stunned Pollard's face, just in time for the newspaper photographer to snap them!
Donald is wary of Carl and Anna's bickering when they disagree over going into business with Matthew. Donald cooks an elaborate meal for them both and Anna thinks he's trying to play matchmaker. Donald and Anna argue, and Anna gets upset. Donald walks out, and Carl and Anna have a heart-to-heart, and he encourages her to make peace with her father.
Anna confronts Carl about their kiss and hints that she's up for a second go, but tells him to get rid of Lexi first. Lexi returns from her holiday with Carrie, and Carl is about to dump her when she reveals that Carrie told her he killed Tom! A panicked Carl backtracks and instead tells her he loves her.
Diane becomes paranoid that she is boring after reading Rodney's book and decides to get revenge on Rodney. After arranging a business lunch in The Woolpack for him she dresses in dowdy clothes, interrupts the meeting and introduces herself as Rodney's ex-wife! Rodney wants to know what she's up to and gets even more confused when she disappears and then turns up in a low cut top, doing her best Val impression.
Rodney has a go at Terry for showing Diane the book and he throws it in the bin to prevent more trouble. Nicola spots the manuscript and retrieves it when he's out of the room. Nicola needs another story for the publisher and she decides to act as peacemaker between Rodney and Diane, but Diane notices the Rollercoaster Rod story in Nicola's bag and an argument ensues.
Viv decides that the only way out of avoiding jail is to do a runner before the trial. Bob is horrified and insists that the twins would suffer. But Bob realises how desperate his wife is and he goes to Dawn's grave to think about it. A desperate Viv begs Bob to go with her and tells him it's their chance to start a new life. A reluctant Bob feels forced to agree.
Donna is stunned when she spots someone who looks suspiciously like Freddie on CCTV footage from a shop. Donna talks Ross into visiting the shop and the shopkeeper recognises Freddie and provides an address. The house is empty, but Donna talks Ross into staking it out. Marlon is left crestfallen, as he'd planned a night for the two of them.
After a night on guard outside Freddie's house, Donna is torn when she realises her mum's court case will be starting shortly. Deciding that this may be her mum and Bob's last chance, she decides to wait it out. When Freddie emerges and starts to load a suitcase in a car, Donna orders Ross back into the car and gives chase. Ross calls for back up and urges her to slow down but Donna is determined and puts her foot down.
Viv has yesterday's events playing heavily on her mind and she feels guilty that Donna put her life in danger to help her out. Viv tells a stunned Bob that it needs to end and she reveals that she is going to change her plea to guilty. Bob begs Viv to change her mind and he tells her that he will never forgive her if she gives up and leaves the twins without a mother. Marlon, still blaming Ross for Donna's injuries, tries to keep him away, but Ross manages to see her while Marlon isn't at the hospital.
Nicola and Paul decide to go out and find replacements for Diane's ruined clothes and they have a fun day out together. Back at the village, Rodney frogmarches them into the bar to find Diane holding up a skirt with holes in it. Paul apologises to Diane for ruining her clothes and he gives her the new outfit as a peace offering.
Jo is pleased that her relationship with Andy seems to get back on track, but she's thrown when Andy claims that Sarah has been talking about having a little sister. Jo tries to laugh it off, but a serious Andy suggests that they talk about it a bit later. Jo is sure that having a baby now would be a bad idea, but Andy is angry, and he tells her that if she's not prepared to start a family, then they may as well split up. Val gets back early from her solo honeymoon and she wastes no time in seducing her hubby.
Marlon can’t raise Donna's spirits in hospital and when Ross delivers the news that she's hot gossip at the station, Donna only feels worse. Donna is miserable that Ross can’t bring himself to support her actions over Viv and Freddie and she announces that she's going to quit the police force. Val suggests some bedroom fun to get Eric's forgiveness for her mystery tattoo and it seems to do the trick.
Doug happily awaits Hilary’s arrival at Arthur’s party and tells Laurel that he's decided to leave the village with Hilary to give their marriage a proper go. But Hilary never arrives for the party and he is devastated when she tells him that she wants a divorce.
Val tries get Bonnie to leave but she's stopped in her tracks when Bonnie reveals that the 'Derek' tattoo refers to a barman they met on holiday. Bonnie promises to keep it secret, but Val feels obliged to join Bonnie for an all-day drinking session.
Bonnie calls her ‘daughter’ and tells Val that she can’t go and stay with her after all as they’ve fallen out. Paul is suspicious and uses the redial on the phone to find out whom she was talking to and he gets the speaking clock. Paul confronts Bonnie, who confesses she was lying about having a daughter – and Val's liaison with the barman - because Val is her only friend.
Andy’s perfect husband act falls apart when Jo refuses to discuss having babies. Andy quickly loses his temper and grabs her shoulder, but he is taken aback when she wrestles free from his grasp and calls him a wife-beating monster. Jo orders Andy out of the house and Daz is concerned when he sees Andy downing drinks. Jo later worriedly tells Daz that Andy has failed to come home and isn’t answering his mobile.
Daz is worried when he learns that Andy hasn't been home all weekend, while Jo reports Andy to the police as a missing person. Daz sets out to find Andy and finally discovers him in a complete state after a weekend bender. A miserable Andy admits he's scared to go back home in case his family will reject him. Daz tries to make Andy see sense and reminds him that Sarah needs him. Andy returns to a relieved Jo, but he collapses.
Matthew is at Home Farm when he is confronted by a menacing Grayson holding a gun! The situation gets worse when Katie returns early from the village show and walks in on them. Grayson takes Katie hostage along with Matthew and demands to know where Perdy is hiding out with the baby, but both Matthew and Katie refuse to talk. Carl and Jimmy burst in on the scene after returning to Home Farm to find out why Matthew didn't turn up at the village show. Grayson ushers Carl and Jimmy into the room at gunpoint.
Belle is bullied by Nicola, who is desperate to get a new story out of Rodney, but Belle doesn't take kindly to Nicola's tone. Belle visits Rodney and he tells her a story, but she informs him that Nicola has been pushing her to get a story from him. Belle reports back to Nicola and hints that Rodney may be on to her.
Doug visits Brenda to apologise for coming on to her, but when Brenda goes to get them a coffee, Doug gets a nasty itch in his groin. Brenda returns to witness what appears to be Doug touching himself up and she is horrified. Doug tries to protest, but Brenda rings the police. Doug is taken into the station and when Ross spots him scratching, he sends him to see the doctor.
Bob is angry when he discovers that McNally has written a misleading article in the Courier about Viv's charity collections and it isn't long before Nicola confronts him and demands that her charity donation is returned. Later in the pub, Bob insists Viv pleaded guilty to save her family and nothing else, but Nicola claims the villagers all want their money back.
Bob begs Nicola and Val to reconsider the legal action against him, but Nicola claims that as Viv pleaded guilty, they want their money back. Bob is at the end of his tether and as he tries to prepare the twins to go and visit Viv, he loses his temper and throws his customers out of the cafe. Later, Cathy manages to lock herself and Heath inside the car after taking Bob's car keys and Bob is forced to pay Eli to break into the car. Bob visits Viv without the twins and returns, devastated, confessing to Edna that Viv has told him she needs to distance herself and doesn't want him to visit her again.
Bob sinks into an even deeper depression after his visit with Viv and a worried Edna convinces the villagers to put the legal action on hold. Nicola refuses to drop it and approaches Bob for an out of court settlement and a furious Bob tells Nicola he's penniless and - literally - offers her the shirt off his back. Bob is riled and he heads over to the Courier offices and demands to see the editor, but when he's ejected from the building he climbs up on a decorator's platform and tells the gathering crowd that the Courier has ruined his life. Jasmine spots Bob and calls Val and Terry, who rush to coax him down.
Lisa is determined to get the supervisor's job over Lexi and Zak promises to help her. Zak and Eli devise a scam to make Lisa look like the best worker and they rope Shadrach, Chas and Sam into helping. The Dingles head over to a stately home that Eric has already furnished with curtains and blag their way inside.
Lexi is annoyed when Lisa presents Eric with the additional curtains and she realises she's behind. Lexi takes Gennie's work, but she's left fuming with Gennie when Eric criticises the quality. Lisa has a go at Lexi for bullying Gennie and Eric hauls Lexi into his office.
Debbie is shocked when Sarah draws a picture of Jo crying with Andy towering over her. Sam realises his suspicions about Jo and Andy are correct and tells a stunned Debbie, who refuses to believe that Andy would beat Jo. Debbie, however, is rattled and confronts Jo, who eventually breaks down and admits the truth. Jo begs Debbie to keep it secret, explaining that she loves Andy and she is sure it will never happen again.
Marlon confides in Ashley that Donna is having panic attacks and Ashley has a talk with Donna, who admits her fears following the crash and explains that Ross is the only one who understands her. Ashley wonders if her feelings for Ross run deeper and Donna confesses that she feels confused.
Donald is stunned when Anna reveals that their client has taken his business to the Kings and she insists that Carl must have tipped the Kings off. Donald refuses to believe Carl could have betrayed him but he is hurt when Carl confesses but blurts out that Anna has made his life a misery.
Donna gets the go ahead to return home and she impulsively kisses Ross in her excitement. The pair are stunned and Donna hurriedly pulls away and tells Ross to get out. Ross pleads with Donna that the kiss must have meant something to her, but Donna hurtfully denies it. Donna hides her guilt when she speaks to Marlon
Katie approaches Andy and trying to help, wants him to be aware that Jo is spreading vicious rumours around the village. Andy is stunned as Katie explains Debbie asked her whether he ever hit her when they were together. Andy is grateful for Katie's loyalty but privately rattled as he denies hurting Jo. Later, when Jo arrives home,
Eli takes a job for Debbie driving Louise back from the airport and he asks Louise how it feels to be engaged. Louise tells him how happy she is, but after she leaves the cab, Eli finds an engagement ring on the back seat and decides to keep it himself.
Nicola finds herself with nowhere to go when Val chucks her out and she's also penniless, as the publishers won't give her any more money until March. Paul reluctantly offers to let Nicola move in, but Katie is furious when Nicola takes over her room while she's out, as well as ruining the only photo Katie has of Perdy's baby. T
Eli takes Debbie on a romantic picnic and pops the question. Debbie is amused but Eli insists that he adores her and wants to help her get custody of Sarah. Debbie agrees to marry him, but stresses that it is only as a ploy to get Sarah.
Matthew agrees to make Nicola events co-ordinator in recompense to Anna for shafting the De Souzas over a client. Matthew tells Nicola she can have the job if she brings in some business before the end of the day. When she hears about Jamie and Louise's Christmas wedding she poaches their booking and Paul is sacked as wedding co-ordinator.
Rodney is less than thrilled to discover that Nicola is working with him at Home Farm and he has a go at her for stealing Paul's clients. Nicola further alienates Rodney by filling a gap in Home Farm's diary after Rodney makes an error with a booking and Matthew gives Rodney a warning to buck up his ideas.
Marlon tries to help Donna, but only irritates her with his over-protectiveness. A bored Donna decides to help Jamie in the shop and she is frosty with Ross when he comes in for a newspaper. Marlon is cross when he discovers Donna in the shop instead of resting at home, but a fed-up Donna tells Marlon to stop trying to mollycoddle her.
Eli is well and truly wrapped round Danielle's little finger after their night of passion. But when Debbie turns up she clocks that Danielle has a suspicious-looking bag and demands that Danielle reveal the contents.
Danielle is packed into the Dingle van and Zak and Eli set off with her to drop her at the station. But when Danielle claims she's got places to stay in London it's obvious she's lying and Zak and Eli feel guilty.
Ross feels guilty about betraying his feelings for Donna by sleeping with Chas and when Donna hears the news she is rocked. Ross bitterly tells her that she can't have it both ways and reject him and then expect him to give up women
Marlon surprises Donna with a new dress and announces he's taking her to the police ball. Donna and Marlon arrive at the same time as Ross and Chas and Donna avoids Ross's gaze.
Donna wakes up next to Ross and is horrified that she has betrayed Marlon. Donna tells Ross that Marlon can never find out or it will destroy him.
Jo vows not to stand for Andy's bullying any longer and she tries to confide in Diane, but Andy warns her to keep her mouth shut. Jo decides to flee to her mum's and she then confesses to Debbie that Andy's been hitting her for months.
Andy sees Katie, who wonders if Jo is really pregnant after all after overhearing her talking with Debbie. Andy tries to force Jo to take a pregnancy test and when she starts sobbing he assumes that she lost the baby binge-drinking.
Jo visits Andy in hospital, despite Debbie urging her to flee as soon as possible. Jo is relieved that Andy is going to be OK, but Daz viciously accuses her of causing the accident.
Andy lies to Diane that Jo threatened him with a knife, but Diane isn't entirely convinced. Diane's worries are stoked when Debbie tells her that Andy beat Jo and she and Daz confront Jo about the claim. When
Bob gets togged up in a postie's uniform and accompanies Jamie into the prison. Bob is thrilled when he spots Viv and he shouts out her name, and then blares the car horn to get her attention. Viv is shocked and gives no response as he mouths 'I love you'.
Victoria hears some gossip that Andy was beating up Jo and she tells Diane. Victoria is horrified when Diane confirms that the gossip is true and when she bumps into Daz she tells him about Andy's violence.
Victoria visits Jo and reveals she knows about her ordeal and offers her support. Debbie joins the ladies for a girly afternoon, but they are terrified when Andy bursts in, having discharged himself from hospital. Jo urges Victoria to run while she and Debbie face up to his fury. A
Bob is determined to stow away in the back of a rubbish truck to break into the prison and a worried Brenda tells Jamie and Louise. Louise catches Bob on the back of the truck and tries to pull him off, but ends up in the truck as well!
Bob turns up at the prison for his first day as the new drama teacher and Viv is gobsmacked. Bob picks Viv to 'run through some lines' and whispers to her that he loves her. Viv is distraught and blurts out to the inmates that Bob is her husband before declaring her love and fleeing.
Ashley quickly learns that the new computer Shadrach sold him for a tenner was stolen from Anna. His day isn't helped any by the Bishop offering him a promotion to a Leeds parish as he fears St Mary's will close. Ashley calls an emergency village meeting to rally support and is disappointed when only Doug and Edna attend.
Andy is upbeat about getting out of hospital, but Diane brings him down to earth with a bump when she tells him that Jo doesn't want him back at the farm. Andy is forced to accept Diane's offer of a room at the pub, but when Val finds out about Diane's plans she insists she doesn't want Andy living with them.
Diane collects Andy from hospital and he meets hostility from the villagers as well as Val and Victoria, while the Dingles warn Diane to keep Andy out of sight. Jo tells Debbie that she's afraid that the Sugdens will force her out of the farm and when Diane visits Butler's Farm, Debbie makes it clear that Andy won't be seeing their daughter.
Donna and Marlon return from their Spanish break and Donna is frustrated when Ross misses their meet up when he's stuck at work. Ross finally arrives in the middle of Donna and Marlon's meal with Paddy and Chas and he is gutted when Marlon announces that they are trying for a baby.
Anna offers to cook lunch for Matthew at Home Farm and he's touched when Anna gives him a replica of his broken watch and confesses that the original was a 21st birthday present from late dad Tom. Anna kisses Matthew and they end up in bed, but Anna ruins things after their afternoon of passion when she presses Matthew for info on his latest business deal.
Anna is uncomfortable when Donald presses her to get more information on the Kings. Later, Matthew struggles to hide his jealousy when Anna flirts with Tim.
Shane volunteers Ross and Donna for a training course in London despite Ross telling him not to meddle. Donna is forced to accept after her boss Drake suspects she only returned to work for maternity leave pay. Later, Donna confronts Shane about telling Drake she's trying for a baby. Shane changes the subject and mentions he's sure she’ll have fun on the course with Ross. Donna is horrified to realise Shane knows the truth about her infidelity. Meanwhile, Jamie accuses Louise of having an affair. Meanwhile, Victoria tries to look for work experience, with little success.
Bob and Terry are horrified as they misinterpret a welcoming kiss between Louise and Jonty when he arrives in the village. Jonty asks Louise to leave for Australia with him, but Jamie discovers them together and smacks Jonty in the face before storming off. Bob and Terry sit down with Jonty who shocks them by producing the volume of publicity that Louise's competition win generated.
Anna has instructions from Donald to play along with Matthew's request and agree to invest in the Kings. Matthew is thrilled, but Carl is still suspicious of Anna and objects. Matthew is forced to turn down Anna, but when Donald offers to send Anna on a business trip with Matthew as a free consultant he can't resist and agrees.
Jasmine is determined to go through with her date with Shane, despite warning words from Debbie. Jasmine heads round to Shane's for a meal and unsubtly fishes for information on the MacFarlanes. Shane knows exactly what Jasmine is up to but tips her off about an upcoming drugs raid, promising to give her an exclusive. Debbie later warns Jasmine that Shane will want more than a chaste date in return for the information.
Jasmine prepares for her big exclusive when Shane informs her that the drugs raid has been pulled forward. But when the tip-off turns out to be wind up, Jasmine is left feeling stupid. Shane apologises that he wasn't there and explains he wanted to spend time with her, but was called out to an emergency. Shane buys Jasmine a drink in recompense, while Jasmine brushes aside Debbie's continuing concern.
Jo gets a visit from local farmhand Mick Naylor who claims that her broken fence has allowed some of his boss's cows to escape from their farm. Mick reveals that Sam has mistakenly sold some of his boss's cows at the market along with Jo's and demands the money for them.
Bob finally cottons on that Brenda has the hots for him when Terry hints that she fancies him after Bob tells Terry that she's invited him to dinner. Bob brings the twins along to make it clear that it won't be a romantic evening for two and he tries to talk to Brenda about her crush.
Lily struggles under the scornful glances of the factory workers when she returns to work. Val can't hold her tongue and lays into Lily, but Lily unexpectedly collapses. Val is unsympathetic and suggests that Lily's collapse was fake to gain sympathy. Lily visits Dr Abbot and confesses that her health has been dodgy recently, but she keeps her worries from everyone, including Edna
Anna and Matthew return from their trip and Anna is torn over whether to tell Donald the information she's learned about the Kings. Anna is put out when she catches Matthew flirting with a business client and deliberately scuppers the deal then blurts out to a stunned Matthew that she's in love with him.
Lily goes for her CT scan and Rodney goes with her for support. Leyla sees them leaving together and gossips about them at the factory. Meanwhile, Lily gets the shocking news that she has a cerebral aneurysm, a swollen blood vessel in her brain, and she needs an operation to stop it bursting.
Debbie is appalled to hear from Chas that Jasmine has gone to the MacFarlane's club for information to use in her expose. Meanwhile, Jasmine goes for an interview to work behind the bar at the club and she meets the owner, Gary MacFarlane, but she is warned by the other staff to keep out of his way. Jasmine sees a teenager, Aaron, being handed a mysterious package and she realises that she has entered the lion's den.
Jasmine is angry that Debbie and Shane have both tried to stop her investigation. She lies to Shane that she won't turn up for work then sneaks off to do her first shift at the bar. Jasmine notices Gary holding a meeting in the office and she puts her ear to the door. But she is unaware that Gary has seen everything on the CCTV and he instantly fires her.
Ashley is nervous when the judge turns up to assess the choir for the competition and he accidentally knocks a curtain pole off the wall, clobbering the judge and leaving him with concussion!
Nicola's conscience gets the better of her when the reality hits home that Ashley and Laurel may have to move to Leeds if the church closes and she tells David she can't buy the church. Eric has no such scruples and tells Nicola that unless she sticks to the plan he'll tell everyone about her duplicity. Nicola is appalled when David sides with Eric.
Brenda and Terry are uncomfortable after the disastrous date, but they arrange to meet again. Terry tells Bob that his confidence has been knocked and Bob suggests he psyche himself up in front of the mirror. Brenda walks in on Terry stripped to the waist and practicing his saucy chat-up lines and is convinced he's some kind of sex fiend! Donald begs Anna to end things with Matthew and states that she has to choose between them.
Matthew is picked up from the airport by a De Souza driver and taken straight to Donald, who tries to persuade him to dump Anna, but Matthew refuses.
Matthew and Anna celebrate their engagement with a party. Donald bursts in and tells everyone about Anna colluding with him to ruin the Kings. After a bitter exchange, Anna is hurt when Donald disinherits her. A fuming Matthew later confronts Donald at Holdgate Farm.
Anna notices Matthew's distant mood and thinks he's just worried about the King deal with Polek. Meanwhile, a horrified Betty and Laurel discover Donald's body at Holdgate Farm and break the news to Anna and the Kings
Jo goes to a farmers' market with Lee and asks Daz to baby-sit Sarah. But it gets back to Andy when Katie notices Jo leaving and lets slip. Andy is furious with Jo as he assumes she's messing him around over access to Sarah and he storms over to Butler's Farm.
Andy and Jo get into a confrontation outside Sarah's playgroup and are warned to keep it down. Later, Sarah is banned from nursery for biting. Jo blames Andy for disrupting Sarah and tells Andy his visit with Sarah is off. Andy gets drunk and heads over to the farm to confront Jo and Daz steps in, but Andy refuses to leave.
Katie feels no sympathy for Andy, who's sporting a shiner from Daz's punch. She warns him to straighten out or risk losing everything. Katie decides to pay a visit to Butlers, but fails to convince Jo to allow Andy to see his daughter.
Jo is hurt when Daz reveals that he saw Andy kissing Katie. Meanwhile, Andy is left jobless after Katie gives Andy his marching orders at the stables. Jo and Katie almost come to blows when Katie visits Butlers Farm but Jo eventually listens to Katie's insistence that she pushed Andy away.
Eric and David can't understand why Nicola is going against her scheming nature to help out the choir. David is determined to get Nicola back on track and shows her a brochure on the dream home they could buy if they redevelop the church. Nicola is torn, but when she later hears Gennie singing and realises she's brilliant, she resolves to back the choir all the way and she makes Gennie a soloist.
Donna and Ross are back in the village and Donna promises Ross she will tell Marlon their marriage is over. But when Marlon excitedly shows her his plans for a catering business and takes her for a ride in his new delivery van, a guilty Donna can't bring herself to break his heart. Ross wonders where he stands when Donna reveals she couldn't do it.
Donna and Ross arrest a teenager for possession of drugs and Donna realises that he's Chas's son, Aaron. Ross interrogates Aaron over where the drugs came from, but Aaron smartly dodges his questions. Chas turns up to collect Aaron from the police station and Aaron gets off with a caution. Aaron refuses to have anything to do with Chas and legs it out of her car when they stop at traffic lights.
Shane gives Jasmine some information on homelessness in the area to provide Jasmine with another story to write about, hoping she'll drop her investigation into the MacFarlanes. Jasmine has been rattled by Debbie's insistence that Shane is a dodgy copper and to test him she tells him she wants to pursue the story. Shane aggressively makes it clear he wants her to back off and to cover his outburst he bluffs that he's only worried about Jasmine's safety.
Shane tells Ross to keep Donna away from the MacFarlanes and reveals that he is on their payroll. He warns Ross to keep it quiet or he'll reveal all about Ross and Donna's affair. Ross punches Shane then heads off to tell Donna. Donna realises it's only a matter of time before Shane spills the beans to Marlon and she orders Ross to find Shane and do whatever it takes to stop him.
Jasmine is hysterical after killing Shane but Debbie keeps cool and instructs her to help her bag up the murder weapon and clean their prints from the flat. Ross turns up to see Shane and catches a horrified Jasmine leaving, but she bluffs that Shane is out. Jasmine has to leave Debbie locked in the flat when Ross offers her a lift, but she later returns to release Debbie.
Debbie and Jasmine can't lift Shane's body. Debbie brings Eli to the flat and they ask for his help but he is horrified and ignores Debbie's tearful pleas. Jasmine begs Eli for Debbie's sake and he reluctantly agrees.
Eli, Debbie and Jasmine bring Shane's body back to the village but don't know how to dispose of it. Ross turns up and asks Jasmine if she knows where Shane is and she convinces Ross that he's done a runner. Debbie and Eli are interrupted by Chas and Aaron and only just manage to get rid of them before Aaron sees the body and they find a way to dump Shane's corpse.
Jasmine is plagued by nightmares and Debbie is at a loss over how to help her. Jasmine tells Ashley that she and Shane have broken up and Eli is angry that she's talked about Shane. Eli finds Shane's phone in the back of the van and he and Debbie send a text to Jasmine from 'Shane' while she's with Ashley to back up their alibi.
Anna fights back the tears as she makes a short but honest speech at Donald's funeral. But a guilty Matthew can't look her in the eye. Carl receives a phone call and tells his brothers that the business is in trouble as they still haven't received a penny from Polek and other backers are calling in debts. Matthew asks Anna for a loan out of desperation and she agrees.
Nicola is forced to organise an impromptu rehearsal in the factory toilets to calm Gennie's performance anxiety. Meanwhile, David and Eric decide to attend the nursery performance to check that Nicola's sabotage is working. When Gennie refuses to appear on stage Nicola forces Betty to mime while Gennie sings from behind a screen.
David and Eric abduct Betty before the choir competition finals, assuming that she's the chorister with the fabulous voice. Nicola thinks fast and forces Val to mime in Betty's place for Gennie. David and Eric are horrified that they've removed the wrong singer, but things soon go wrong when Val has a coughing fit as Gennie's voice continues and Eric leads the audience in boos.
Ashley and Laurel are rocked to hear that the Diocese have accepted an offer from Eric and the church sale is going ahead, despite the choir's success. The villagers and choir members are heartbroken and Nicola feels guilty.
Jo is pleased as Lee helps her out around the farm and when he strips off a wet T-shirt after fixing a drainpipe, Jo can't take her eyes off him! Mick warns his grandson to cover up and when his drain comes loose, Mick accuses him of spending too much time flirting. Anna discovers that De Souza is the major shareholder in Polek Haulage, but she is powerless to save King & Sons.
Matthew and Anna prepare for their wedding, but the bailiffs turn up at Home Farm in the middle of the preparations and cause chaos. Meanwhile, Carl discovers that De Souza own Polek and in a fury he bursts into the middle of the wedding ceremony. Carl accuses Matthew of betraying him and Jimmy to be with Anna and he punches a stunned Matthew.
Jo gets a visit from Lee, who feels guilty after Mick accuses him of causing problems at the farm. Jo asks Lee to help her with a faulty water supply, but he has no luck and she is grateful when Andy offers to fix the broken water pump. Andy reveals that he can't get the parts until the following day and Jo worries that Andy is engineering opportunities to spend time at the farm.
The villagers think the King family are cursed as the repossession of properties continues. Meanwhile, the Kings watch from Mill Cottage, which has been saved from repossession as the other properties cover their debt. With their lives in utter ruin the family members wonder whether there is anything left to sustain an existence in the village and they wonder whether they should stay.
Jo is unnerved when Andy turns up at the farm with a Christmas tree. Jo goes to the suppliers with Mick and Andy takes the opportunity to loosen seals on the washing machine. Lee catches him red-handed and the pair have a fight.
Jo gets a visit from Diane, who asks her to give Andy a break, but Jo refuses to back down. Diane leaves and Jo and Lee set about selling off the farm's assets. Mick finds Jo in an empty barn and is suspicious so Jo locks him in the barn, but confesses she's about to flee. Mick pleads with her to leave Sarah for her sake and Jo is torn as she leaves the farm for a new life.
Carl is devastated that his mum's jewellery box is still in the safe in Home Farm after the eviction and he tries to get into the house, but is blocked by the security guard. Chas offers to help out and she gets a key for Home Farm from Katie, who distracts the security guard while Carl slips in and retrieves the jewellery.
Chas tells Carl she is not interested and to forget what happened yesterday, insisting he patches things up with Lexi. Carl attempts to put up a fight but Chas tells him to stop running from his responsibilities and fight for a future in the village. Before he can say more they are interrupted by Eli and Aaron.
Victoria shares a Christmas kiss with Daz and Val is horrified when she catches them. Daz claims it's Victoria's fault and Victoria is heartbroken. Victoria follows the teens to Home Farm's frozen lake to drown her sorrows, but when she drunkenly slides on the ice it cracks and she plunges into the freezing water. V
Victoria has spent the night in hospital. Diane worries about Victoria's state of mind after she screams in her sleep. Diane discusses her fears with Andy and Daz and Victoria overhears and is angry that they think she's so fragile.
Victoria is still having nightmares, but refuses to see a psychiatrist and a worried Daz tells Diane that Victoria told him she saw a body in the lake. Daz and Victoria have a heart-to-heart and he admits that their kiss was mutual, although he insists it can't happen again.
Victoria is still angry with Diane for calling the shrink, but Daz tells Victoria he believes her story about the body and they head off to investigate. Daz pokes around the water with a stick and jokes when they turn up nothing. But as they turn to leave Daz hears the unmistakable sound of disturbed water and whirls round and a body rise to the surface.
Marlon gives Donna an infinity ring on her birthday, but her mind is still on Ross. Later, Donna is called in for questioning about Shane's death and is asked if Ross was aware of Shane's involvement with the MacFarlanes.
1992
Joe is moving some of his belongings over to Home Farm. Frank is hurrying the contractors along at the holiday development. He is still being stubborn over Patrick. Amos is having a free meal at The Woolpack that evening. He asks Annie if she has had anymore thoughts about going to Spain for a holiday. She won't be rushed on her decision. It is all go at the farmhouse as Rachel, Mark, Jack and Sarah prepare to move. Sarah wonders if they are doing the right thing. Chris and Kathy despair over their house.
Joe finishes his final milking. Jack tells him that he will miss him. Joe thinks that the farm is in good hands with Jack and Sarah. Chris is still annoyed with Frank. He thinks that by buying them Mill Cottage he is still trying to control his life. Kathy tries to make him see that any decisions they make now have to be joint ones. She wants to put everything right in the cottage and then look for somewhere else to live. Chris is worried that Frank will see this as a massive slap in the face. Frank is telling Kim how upset he feels. She doesn't want this upset to cause a rift between him and Chris and says that she will talk to Kathy.
It is the morning of the move. Sarah tells Mark that Rachel has also paid for Robert's room. Mark seems determined to have it though. Carol notices Eric leaving Elizabeth's again. She tells Alan. He still thinks that she is putting two and two together and making seven. Sarah and Annie share the kitchen for the first time. Annie insists that she will fit in with Sarah. It looks like it is going to be awkward. Alan catches Carol spying on Elizabeth. She tells him that she just likes to watch people. Kathy and Kim try and think of names for the rescued ponies. Carol manages to coax Eric into admitting that he is going out with Elizabeth. She promises that she won't breathe a word.
Annie receives a letter from Henry's solicitor. It says that he has bequeathed his share in the farm to Marian and that he has also left the farm £100,000. Annie is upset by Henry's continuing generosity. Joe proposes the idea of getting in a warden for the holiday village. Frank is not keen on paying another salary. Chris and Kathy have got a few details on houses from the estate agents. Chris is keen on one that is near The King of Prussia pub. Joe talks to Michael about him taking the job of warden at the holiday village.
Mark moans to Sarah about Rachel using all his food. Michael has stayed overnight as well. Joe has already been thinking about setting up a pony trekking centre. He is even clearing out a barn to make into stables. He asks Kathy to help him. Sarah suggests to Jack that they rent another 30 acres from Frank for the organic flock as this could increase the yield by 15 per cent. Jack is preoccupied thinking about Marian and what might happen if she demands a say in how the farm is run. Annie hopes that she doesn't come back.
Kathy has received some more house details. Chris has not got time to view them with her because he is busy transporting horses for slaughtering. This is still a sore point with Kathy. Jack is pleased to be in control of Emmerdale Farm again. Sarah is getting fed up of him asking her if she minds about Marian's gift. Joe asks Frank to confirm that he is in charge of the estate. He wants to be able to make decisions for himself without Frank interfering. Frank agrees.
Kathy and Chris row again about the haulage contract that Chris is still working on. She doesn't want a new house if the money is going to come from the transportation of horses for slaughter. Matt agrees to Jack's offer. Annie is glad that things are sorting themselves out. She is not happy when Jack tells her that Joe has also phoned Matt with the same idea. Jack says that Matt's shares will be split equally between the three of them so Joe will end up with something. Alan apologises for working Elizabeth so hard.
It is Michael's first day back at Emmerdale Farm and he is keen. Sarah feels like she is being pushed out now that he is back helping Jack. He expects her to take over Annie's role. Eric bangs on Elizabeth's door, but Alan tells him that she has gone to Hotten. Joe is puzzling over how to produce an inviting brochure for the holiday village. As the site is not even built yet, he has a problem. Carol tells Eric that she enjoyed herself at the concert. He is preoccupied waiting for Elizabeth, but she drives straight past him. Alan wants to celebrate his first year in The Woolpack. Carol suggests free drinks. Alan does not like that idea.
Joe and Frank greet the photographer who is going to take the holiday village brochure pictures. Sarah has changed her mind about what she and Jack are going as to The Woolpack party. It was going to be the owl and the pussycat, but now they are going as roundheads. Eric tells Elizabeth that his scheme led to her getting her job back and a pay rise. She knew that there had to be a reason for Alan's sudden change of heart and is not mad with Eric for interfering. Gordon, the photographer, is a little disappointed when he sees his models - Seth and Archie. He notices that Seth hasn't got any teeth. Alan has dressed up as Oliver Hardy - he would have been 100 years old today
Kim and Joe have gone out for an early morning ride to try and catch the dry stone thieves. Seth calls to see Elizabeth and suggests to Michael that she might have spent the night with Eric upon discovering she's not there. Elizabeth has been looking after Alice for Nick. Joe takes pictures of the thieves stealing the walling and one of them tries to attack Kim on her horse. Seth tells Archie and Carol that Meg wants him to start claiming his pension so she can have hers. He worries that Alan will find out he's a pensioner and sack him. Kim offers to look after Alice when Elizabeth has to rush off. Jack finds an aborted lamb on Lynn's land. She invites him to stay for a coffee and is pleased when he accepts
Sarah tells Jack that she is planning to have a girls night out. He knows that she is plotting something. Seth has decided to claim his pension and wants Archie to help him fill in his forms. Alan watches as Eric and Elizabeth set off for a day out together. The brochure for the holiday village is ready. Frank is surprised how well it has turned out. Lynn is surprised when Sarah asks her out for a drink and thanks Lynn for giving Jack his lunch. Frank praises Joe for the way the brochure has turned out. Joe prepares to go to Europe to visit holiday developments.
Michael is annoyed by Mark's friends eating all his food and playing loud music. Sarah tells Jack about the previous evening. He thinks that she might have gone too far with Lynn but she has no regrets. Carol finds Seth waiting outside the post office. He is going to collect his first pension. Frank tells Kim that he thinks he is being ripped off by one of the workmen at the holiday village. He needs proof and Kim offers to do some more detective work for him. Elizabeth and Michael clash again over Eric. She resents his interference. Seth flashes off his pension to Carol. Chris tells Kim that he and Kathy have decided to stay at Mill Cottage. He doesn't want Frank to know yet. Seth is buying drinks for everyone in The Woolpack. Archie advises him to put his money somewhere safe.
Alan calls over to see Elizabeth. She is looking after Alice and Elizabeth reminds him that it is her first birthday tomorrow. He gives Elizabeth some money for a present. Alan casually enquires whether Eric is still away; he implies that he is up to no good. Mark is still fuming with Michael about spoiling his romantic evening with Melanie. Mark threatens to throw him out if he mentions anything to Jack or Sarah. Lynn is still behaving strangely. Archie cannot cheer her up. Carol makes up an excuse to call and see Elizabeth. She brings the subject round to Eric and mentions that she has heard a story about a market manager absconding with the takings. Elizabeth is fed up with all the gossip.
Sarah and Jack are at the end of their tether with the noise from the cottage. Mark and Michael clash again. Mark tells him that he is having a party soon and he doesn't want any interference. Lynn is having trouble sleeping. Elizabeth wonders why Seth is so eager to get in the post office. Kim offers to help Chris with his decorating, but he refuses. Jack moans about Mark to Michael. Frank and Kim follow his site foreman and a workman to try and get evidence of their scam. Archie asks Michael to look in on Lynn.
Michael tells Jack that he has warned Mark about being too noisy. Frank is trying to gather evidence against his dodgy foreman. He has found an invoice for some copper pipes, but there are no sign of any on the site. Chris wants to take a few days off. Rachel arrives home to find the cottage in a mess. Sarah tells her not to blame Michael, but asks if she could have a word with Mark about the noise. Lynn loses her temper with Peter when he gets mud on her clean washing. Archie has found a racing pigeon. Kim takes photographs of Frank's foreman stealing some cement.
Archie is keeping Seth's money safe. Sarah nearly runs Lynn over in the village. She feels guilty when she sees how tired Lynn is looking and offers her a lift home. Eric arrives home and is eager to see Elizabeth. She tells him that she has been away too. Seth has lost his memory and doesn't want any alcohol. Alan thinks that he is faking it. The atmosphere is strained between Lynn and Sarah. Lynn says that she understands why Sarah attacked her in the pub.
Chris seems to be changing his mind about paying Frank back. He is thinking about accepting the house as a gift. Lynn seems to be on the verge of a breakdown. She is missing Pete terribly. Eric especially asks Elizabeth if they can have a quiet night in together. She looks worried when he says that he doesn't want them to be interrupted. Kathy tells Kim that she thinks Chris is up to something. Michael checks up on Elizabeth. She tells him that he is going to have to get used to her relationship with Eric.
Lynn seems to be in better spirits. She is bossing Archie around and having a good clear out. Nick is feeling poorly. Elizabeth is appalled by the state of his house. She wants him to get a childminder sorted, but there is no one living locally who is suitable. Eric and Alan are both looking for Elizabeth. Alan says that she has been behaving strangely for a couple of days. He tells Eric rather sarcastically that he would have thought that he might have noticed. Seth is keeping up the charade of his memory loss. Alan is frustrated, aware he is being conned but unable to prove it. Jack is worried that Mark is not keeping up with his schoolwork.
Nick is still desperately looking for a childminder. Archie arrives to show Alice his pigeon. Sarah invites Lynn to her underwear party. She is pleased to be asked. They decide to keep Jack and Mark guessing about what they will actually be selling at the party. Archie offers to look after Alice for a while to let Nick have a break. He is surprised at how much childminders get paid. Elizabeth decides not to worry about gossip anymore. She tells Eric to book a table at The Woolpack. Seth is still insisting that he be allowed to take it easy at work. Lynn takes a reluctant Archie to buy his coffin. Sarah and Kathy tease Jack about the underwear party. The undertaker gets the wrong end of the stick and thinks that someone has died when Archie enquires about a coffin.
Michael finally visits Elizabeth. He is rather sheepish after his outburst in The Woolpack a few nights ago. Elizabeth is still fuming with him and does not accept his apology. She says that he should apologise to Eric, but Michael is horrified at the idea. Archie receives a letter from the previous owner of his pigeon - it's name is Glendale Lady and it was a former champion. He does not want it back because it kept getting lost. Archie's coffin arrives. Nick is going to meet a childminder. Elizabeth tells Michael that she thinks he deserves a good hiding from Eric. Lynn wants the coffin out of her living room. Alan is on his own at the fish farm. He is stacking some crates when he finds Seth's tin containing his pension money. Frank is getting annoyed with his workmen at the holiday village.
Michael gets up for milking and finds Melanie on the sofa and wonders why she isn't sleeping in Mark's bed. Mark comes down and invites her upstairs. She accepts now that Michael has gone. Nick is receiving letters for Elsa from her catalogue club. He worries that they may mean trouble. Archie wants to race his pigeon. He has decided to rename her - Boomerang. Kim is understanding towards Nick. She tells Frank to give him more time to sort himself out. Frank admits that he does admire Nick. They talk about having children and decide that it probably isn't going to happen for them.
Nick has got the wrong day for Elizabeth looking after Alice - it is meant to be Archie instead. He hasn't got time to speak to Carol who wanted to ask him if he knows where she can get any shamrock for St Patrick's Day. Lynn is teasing Archie about Boomerang. Frank speaks to Nick about his job. He wants him to sort himself out. Frank gives him a week
Nick is still serious about handing in his notice. Archie tries to persuade him not to. Sarah is going into Hotten to buy the drink for her party. Archie rings Social Services about childcare. Chris calls at the market and asks Eric if he can get him an old fireplace for Mill Cottage, reminding him that the haulage firm do a lot of business with the market and he does not want to be ripped off. Jack is eager to get an invite to the underwear party. When Sarah insults him he reminds her that she is forty next week. He asks what she wants to do, but she doesn't want to make a fuss. Archie visits Nick just as he is about to tell Frank that he is going to have to resign. Frank is sorry for him, but accepts his decision.
Nick is rushing around trying to get Alice ready for the childminder. Jack reminds Sarah that she is forty this week. Michael is going to Leeds, but he would love Jack to say that he can't go. Elizabeth tells Nick to stop fussing. As Kim and Kathy are tending to the horses, Charlie Aindow watches them. Eric phones Chris and tells him that he has found a fireplace. Charlie calls to see Eric and asks about Kim's rescued ponies. Frank is already fed up of Joe's enthusiasm after his visit to European holiday parks. He tells him to put it all in his report. Charlie wants Eric to find out more about the horsemeat trade.
Joe has stayed up all night helping Jack with the lambing. Jack takes this as proof that Joe prefers farming to working for Frank. Elizabeth is puzzled when she receives a recorded delivery letter addressed to Eric Pollard, Beckindale Antiques and then her address. Nick tells her that he opened a letter for Elsa and it turns out that she owes a fortune to the catalogue company. They are going to take her to court in 21 days unless she pays the debt. Elizabeth says that she will take care of it. Archie wants Nick to let Boomerang loose in Hotten. Joe has decided to have things out with Frank. Jack thinks that he is going to resign, but Joe assures him that he could not go back to farming.
Rachel is still in a state after the previous night. Jack is refusing to go to the hospital to have his shoulder looked at. Everyone is blaming each other for what happened. Frank is starting to be keen on Joe's town twinning idea. He wants to get something sorted for the opening of the holiday village. Eric gives Charlie a file detailing all the horsemeat contracts that Tates' Haulage have been involved in. Kathy invites Frank and Kim for dinner when Mill Cottage is finished. Joe is showing Alex round the holiday village. He reminds him to refer to the residents as guests and not campers. Alex spots Lynn and goes to say hello. She does not look pleased to see him.
Kim takes a telephone call from the Hotten Courier. She refuses to make a comment, but can actually see why people are against the horsemeat trade. She tells Frank that she is entitled to her opinion. The sideboard is removed from Elizabeth's. Seth watches from The Woolpack window. He and Carol are talking about the sideboard when Charlie walks in and overhears. Michael calls into see his mum. He notices a letter addressed to Eric at 17 Main Street. Chris tells Frank that Charlie is probably at the centre of all the Hotten Courier 's interest in the horse contract.
Yorkshire Water are causing disruption in the village with roadworks and noise. Alan spots Seth coming out of the post office with his pension and confides in Elizabeth that he worries about Seth being mugged carrying cash around. He refuses to open a bank account so Elizabeth suggests that Alan starts to pay him by cheque so he will have no choice. Sarah is in a panic trying to tidy up for Annie's return. Joe and Jack tease her about how clean it will have to be to pass Annie's high standards. Mark finally comes clean and tells Rachel that he has been ringing chatlines. She is furious.
Sarah has got everything ready for Annie's homecoming, but she has not had time to make Jack's breakfast. Frank wants Nick to look after the flowers at the holiday village. Nick thinks that he will have too much to do, but Frank makes it clear that Nick should be grateful having a job. Sarah is still cleaning madly. Carol is having problems with her ex and daughter Lorraine. Alan is thinking about how he can make use of the extra custom that the holiday village will bring in. Carol is horrified when he suggests opening all day. Mark wants to get a holiday job to help pay for the phone bill. Joe has been trying to find Lynn to see if she is going ahead with the holiday village shop. All the cabins have been furnished. Carol and Alan argue. She wants him to take on more staff
Robert wants to learn to horse ride. Sarah takes him to Home Farm to see Kathy. Joe is furious with Lynn when she tells him that she is pulling out of the shop deal as there are only two days left before the holiday village opens to the press. Nick is worried about Alice as she has got a temperature. He calls the doctor. Frank decides to ask Kim to help run the shop for the opening. Seth is still considering his bank account. He bores Eric with the details. Eric is panicking about the money Charlie is demanding from him. Charlie pays him a call. Kim realises that Frank is after something when he asks what she is doing that afternoon. He asks her to run the shop and she agrees.
It is Rachel's first day at the holiday village shop. Frank is getting nervous about the opening. Nick arrives to trim the hedges and is surprised to find that they have already been done. Jack is fed up of directing people to the holiday village as traffic jams build up. Nick is furious that someone has done his job for him. Robert shows Annie his new riding hat. He is really excited. Annie is writing to some friends she met in Spain. Frank and Joe welcome tourists. Seth and Bill have come for a nosy. Mark tells Melanie about his phone bill. Nick confesses to Frank that he did not trim the hedges and feels bad about it. Mark asks Melanie if he can borrow some money from her. He is scared about Joe finding out.
Robert is having another riding lesson and is really enjoying it. Mark's revision is suffering as he tries to work all hours to pay off the phone bill. Seth wants to pay for his pint in The Woolpack with a credit card. Carol won't let him, but then decides to get her revenge for Alan making them wait a month for their wages by filling the till with Seth's credit card slips - all for one pint. Charlie calls to see Elizabeth. He has also started a campaign against the Tates' haulage firm. Archie warns Seth against using his credit card too often. There is panic at Emmerdale Farm when a tourist leaves the gate open for the organic sheep.
Michael opens up a red demand from British Telecom. He sees the amount and is shocked. He has a go at both Mark and Rachel. Nick is not eating properly. Lynn wants to get involved with the best kept village competition, but gets no help from Frank. Eric is going to borrow the sideboard so that he can get a valuation done. Kathy and Caroline talk about Nick and decide to help him even if he doesn't want them to. Kim invites Sarah and Jack to a barbecue that weekend. Eric has got the valuers report on the sideboard.
Robert has been out early to visit Treacle without telling Jack and Sarah. Chris has received a petition against the lorry yard. Chris wants to stop the horse contract, Frank warns him against trying to deal with Charlie. Eric and Elizabeth show Charlie the valuation for the sideboard. She wants Eric to stop his deal with Charlie. Joe wants to stop any more gates being left open on Emmerdale land. He is going to put signs up in the cabins. Another gate has been left open and Kim's ponies are getting out of their field. Rachel is going to go back to Leeds early because she never sees Michael.
Caroline is enjoying looking after Nick and Alice. Jack and Sarah have to make excuses to Robert as to why he cannot go and see Treacle. Mark is on edge as Michael looks for his missing walkman. Sarah is going to try and talk to Kim about Robert's horse riding lessons. Charlie wants to look over Eric's private books. Seth has lost his credit card. Annie finds Mark fast asleep again. Nick is annoyed when his mum doesn't take Alice to the childminder, but decides to keep her home for the day. Annie asks Mark if he has got Melanie pregnant or if he is in trouble with the police. He decides to tell her the truth.
Nick is enjoying being looked after by his mum. Caroline is sceptical about Archie looking after Alice. She is worried that he won't take care of her properly and does not approve of Nick paying Archie £60 per week. Joe asks Lynn if she has thought anymore about the beautiful Beckindale competition. She seems to be stalling him. Caroline angers Elizabeth when she starts to blame Elsa for dumping Alice which has led to Archie looking after her now. Elizabeth approves of Archie and says that they should thank him for getting Nick out of his depression
Elizabeth calls up at Emmerdale early in the morning. She wants to discuss things with Michael. He doesn't approve of her even thinking about working for Frank. She doesn't tell him about Eric's suggestion. Kathy and Chris row in front of Alex. Frank's insurers may not pay out for the ponies accident. Alan is rude to Carol as well. Elizabeth talks to Caroline about Eric's offer. She doesn't know what to do. She also tells her about the job offer. Frank defends Archie to Chris and Joe. Kathy is upset when Frank tells her to wind down her pony riding lessons. Eric tips Alan off that Joe has offered Elizabeth a job with more money. Alan then offers to refurbish Elizabeth's kitchen and pay her more money.
Archie is coping well with Alice and Nick is pleased. Sarah is worried because Robert has been quiet since the pony incident. Annie lets slip that she is going to see an opera. Jack teases her and she is unusually defensive. Eric asks Joe not to pressure Elizabeth. Jack is childish when he pulls up all the holiday village signs that are on Emmerdale land. Nick asks Kathy to help convince their mum that Archie is suitable to look after Alice. Jack dumps the signposts at the holiday village and clashes with Joe. Carol wants help in the The Woolpack bar.
Caroline makes Kathy promise to keep an eye on Nick as she is going back to Scarborough. Kathy wonders who has left the fire on all night. Alex says that he switched it off. Rachel has come back for the weekend. Annie is going to London for a few days. Caroline finds Archie preparing to take Alice for her first swimming lessons. Rachel and Mark negotiate about the sale of the car. Rachel offers him £250 and he accepts. Nick is glad to see the back of his mum. Seth has taken over Boomerang's training.
Kathy finds the gas fire on again. She writes a letter to her mum to tell her that Alice seems fine. Archie is taking his duties seriously and is taking Alice to the toy library. Alan is worried about the takings at The Woolpack and has Elizabeth check over the books again. He is worried because the takings are up and he doesn't know why. Chris and Kathy accuse Alex of leaving the fire on again. Lynn is put out when Archie says that he cannot look after Peter. He is busy cooking Alice a nutritional meal. Alan thinks that perhaps Rachel is responsible for the increase in takings. Kathy is going to give Robert another riding lesson.
Sarah tells Michael off for fighting with Eric in The Woolpack, warning him that Rachel will disapprove. Frank is panicking on the day of the official opening of the Holiday Village. Alan is the one to tell Elizabeth about Michael's brawl and bans Michael from the pub. She decides to confide in Alan. Nick is rushing off to work. Elizabeth tells Alan that she just doesn't know where she stands with Eric. Nick smells gas at the holiday village. Alan tells Michael that he is barred from the pub just as Eric arrives. He has a split lip. Joe worries when he finds out that Nick has called the gas board. Rachel is predictably furious with Michael for hitting Eric. Elizabeth wants Michael to apologise to Eric.
Lynn asks Archie to look after Peter. She is offended when he tells her that she will have to hurry back because he doesn't want to let Nick down. Kathy can smell something coming from the fireplace. Chris thinks that it is all in her imagination. Joe coaxes a promise of a drink out of Jack. Elizabeth and Eric are planning a cheap meal together. Mark is putting off revising again. He offers to help Michael with the shearing. Frank is pleased with the press coverage the holiday village received after the opening. He wants Joe to drop everything and design publicity handouts.
Eric asks Elizabeth if he can cook another meal for her. Lynn complains to Kathy about Archie being unreliable these days. Kathy confides in her about the fireplace. She wants to talk to Eric about its previous history. Seth is not sleeping since Meg bought a duvet. He has forgotten to open a letter. Jack admits to Sarah that he has been a pain over Frank. Lynn and Kathy go into Hotten. Michael is getting on well with the sheep shearing. Eric cannot remember much about the fire surround except that it could have come from the vicarage next to the slaughter house cottages in Hotten. He mentions the smell that used to come from it. Kathy is shocked to hear that it cost £400.
Mark's exams are not going well. He is ready to give up. Annie is back from London. Jack tries to probe about her friends in Spain, but she is very cagey. Michael is planning to go to The Woolpack that evening; he is hoping that Alan will lift the ban. Kim is looking good for the Hotten Show. Frank is confident that she will win the showjumping event. He is not so happy that the other villagers are not willing to support him in trying to put Beckindale on the map by entering the Hotten Show. Jack is convinced that Annie has got a boyfriend. He thinks that it is funny. Chris invites Alex out for a meal and a trip to the casino. He is going to go until he finds out that Kathy is not invited
Lynn asks Archie to look after Peter for her so that she can go out with Kathy for the day. He says that he can't let Alice down as Nick pays him to look after her. Lynn tells him that if he's earning then he can start paying some rent and takes £20 from him, before asking for a week in advance. Jack asks Michael to be on The Woolpack team for the tug of war. He tells him that it might be a good way of getting Alan to lift his ban. He is going to say yes until he finds out that Eric is on the team. Jack asks him if there is anyone that he is not at war with. Archie criticises Nick for buying Alice secondhand shoes. Lynn and Kathy are out shopping in Harrogate. Lynn encourages Kathy to buy an expensive outfit.
Archie offers to take Peter for a picnic, but Lynn refuses. Chris is still being nasty to Alex. Sarah is teased by Joe and Jack about her baking skills. Caroline arrives in the village. The first thing she asks Elizabeth is how is Archie treating Alice. Sarah refuses to help with the sheep dipping until she has baked the perfect cake. Frank needs another partner for the tennis match and asks Kim, but she is too busy practicing for the Hotten Show. He decides to rope in Nick instead. Mark tries to pretend to Melanie that he feels ill, but she sees through him and makes him sit his English exam.
Sarah is having one last go at baking a cake. Annie produces hers and deflates Sarah. Alan tells Carol off for being late again. She refuses to give a reason. Chris is rude to Alex again. The Woolpack team are not looking very healthy. Robert enters his first gymkhana on Treacle. He falls at one of the fences, but wants to have another go. Eric tries to be friendly to Michael. He snubs him. Rachel tells him exactly what she thinks of him and that he is being selfish and wallowing in self-pity. She warns him that if he does not start thinking of his mum she will leave him. Archie has sneakily entered Caroline and Elizabeth in the Glamorous Granny competition. Alan feels awkward about the judging now and they both play up to him. Mark is depressed about his exams. Melanie cannot cheer him up.
Kim wakes up and wants to know about the baby. Kathy cannot tell her anything. Frank is devastated that he did not know about Kim's pregnancy until she was losing the baby. He tells Chris that Kim is going to need a lot of support. Kim's leg is in plaster. She cries as she tells Kathy that she just wanted a baby so much. Kathy understands as she had a miscarriage herself. Joe is having to run the pony trekking for Kathy. Nick asks if he can do any overtime at Home Farm subjecting Archie to get on Lynn's nerves by looking after Alice for longer. Frank appreciates Chris's support. They both wonder why Kim did not mention that she thought she was pregnant. Archie and Lynn row again.
Mark has spent the night at Rachel's in Leeds. She tries to persuade him to go and take his exam, but he is definite that he has set foot in school for the last time. She sees the turmoil that he is in and gives him a hug. Melanie wonders where he has been all night. Mark admits that he only stayed on at school because of his mum and dad and they haven't been around for a long time. He feels that there isn't anyone at Emmerdale Farm ready to listen to him. Nick takes Lynn some bedding plants to thank her for the clothes and toys. He asks if she will give a message to Archie for him, but she says that she thinks Archie is keeping out of the way. Mark has got to think about his future now. He wants to stay in Leeds while he thinks about it. Carol is late for work again. She tells Alan that she hopes the job in The Woolpack will help sort Lorraine out. Alan has his doubts.
Joe storms up to the farm looking for Mark, the school having told him that Mark did not turn up for his last exam. He wants to blame someone for not looking after Mark but no one knows where he is. Chris and Alex are still at war. Joe asks Melanie if she knows where Mark is. She is annoyed with him for giving everything up and is worried that he might have done something silly. Mark is still in Leeds. Rachel has assured him that he can stay as long as he wants. Mark is grateful. Seth has caught Lorraine up at the fish farm trying to steal some trout. Carol tells her off in the pub and then takes her home without asking Alan.
Michael turns up at Elizabeth's first thing in the morning. She is embarrassed because Eric has obviously spent the night there. She decides to let Michael in on their good news - they are going to get married. He is shocked, but does congratulate them. Mark has stayed the night with Joe. He tells Joe that he is not the academic type and does not want to go back to school to re-sit his exams. Chris snaps at Alex again and everyone is embarrassed. Mark feels that he is actually doing something for himself now and that if he has made a mistake, at least he can't blame anyone else.
Annie receives another letter from Spain, but refuses to open it in front of Jack. Archie offers to look after Peter for Lynn while she goes to work. She doesn't want any favours from him though and has arranged for a Mrs Barlow from the village to look after him. Lynn calls Archie a scrounger again and says that he is taking advantage of her just like he took advantage of old Bill. Archie is offended by this and says that he is glad that Bill never knew what a vindictive little bitch his grandson married. Kim is getting frustrated doing nothing. She is surprised that Neil has been finding the time to help out with the horses. Carol is not looking forward to working with Lynn. Sarah and Jack are dipping the shearlings. Joe calls up to see Mark. Neil calls at the stables again. He chats Kathy up.
Archie is looking after Nick and Alice. Nick tries and fails to persuade Archie to talk to Lynn. Kim wants Frank to stop fussing over her. Joe encourages Mark to keep trying with Melanie. He agrees, in the meantime, to help out at the holiday village. Carol hints to Alan that it is not right for Eric and Elizabeth to live together. Lynn storms over to 3 Demdyke Row and tells Archie that he left something behind when he moved out - his coffin. A woman arrives at the holiday village and Mark helps her to move some stuff into a chalet. She tells him that her mum has just bought the chalet and she is delivering things for her. They seem to flirt a bit. She tells Mark that she has been a legal secretary for ten years and he tells her that she doesn't look old enough. Archie doesn't know what to do about the coffin. They seem to become friends again. Lynn admits that she can be a cow at times.
Nick is frantic as the woman continues to claim that Alice is not his daughter. They are waiting at the police station for the hospital records to be checked. Elsa is in Portugal on holiday. Archie is with him. It is Annie's birthday. She has got a bunch of flowers from Amos. Frank is looking for Nick. Carol lets slip to Elizabeth that Alan doesn't want her living in the cottage with Eric once they are married. Lorraine flirts with Mark at the holiday village. She tells him that all the girls at school are impressed by him walking out on his exams and that he could take his pick of them now - her included. Annie receives a mysterious parcel from Spain. Joe and Jack are intrigued - it is a photograph of a ruined church in Barcelona. Michael visits Lynn. She persuades him to stay for dinner. Nick and Archie leave the police station at last - the woman has been proved wrong. Lynn tells Michael to accept Eric.
Nick and Archie are busy planning their party. Archie's coffin is still in the middle of the room. He suggests using it for the buffet. Rachel is home for the summer holidays. Kim asks Kathy to stay on that evening for a while. She confides in her that Frank wants to try for a baby as soon as possible but that she actually no longer wants one. Jack and Sarah are on their way to the dry ski slope in Skipdale. Jack is embarrassed, but anything that Gerry can do he is determined to do better. Kim doesn't know how to tell Frank that she does not want a baby. Neil arrives to help out again. Michael and Rachel are getting along fine until he mentions Eric and his mum. Rachel is sick of hearing him moaning and tells him so. He says that at least Lynn is more sympathetic and Rachel storms off. Jack feels stupid in his ski boots, but soon gets his confidence. Sarah fancies his instructor. Rachel takes a dislike to Lorraine at the holiday village.
Kim wants Frank to stop treating her like an invalid. Rachel is still being cold towards Michael. She complains when he cooks bacon in the kitchen. Lorraine interrupts Archie while he is trying to have a quiet read in the sunshine. She wants him to like her. Chris fishes for information on Neil from Frank. He wants to know how much time he has been spending with Kathy. Lorraine is really pestering Archie. She thinks that exams are a waste of time and also that her mother doesn't care about her. Archie sends her away. Kim has wheeled herself up to the holiday village. She moans to Joe. They walk past Mark and Lisa having an early lunch. Kim is furious when a young boy nearly runs into her and his mother asks Joe rather than Kim if she is okay
Mark turns up on Lisa's doorstep early in the morning with eggs and milk from the farm. She invites him in for a coffee. Lorraine sees him going into the cabin and later almost blackmails him. Sarah talks to Michael about him and Rachel going skiing. They are not really getting on at all at the moment. Neil is at the stables again. Carol arrives at Home Farm. Lorraine shows Mark a locket that her dad has bought for her. She asks him not to tell her mum as she will be jealous. He is rude to her when Lisa arrives. Carol's laying on of hands does not work on Kim. She manages to wangle a look around the house though. Neil is trying to cure a horse from weaving. He places a couple of bricks on string above the stable door. Kathy thinks that it is cruel. He asks her if she fancies a drink. Jack is having another skiing lesson and is starting to enjoy it.
Chris decides to ask Kim and Frank out for a meal at The Woolpack. Joe sees Mark leaving Lisa's cabin in the morning. Eric brings Elizabeth a present - a tabby kitten. She is delighted and gives her some milk. Haymaking is under way at Emmerdale Farm. Mark is helping out. Joe cannot help that evening because he has got a date. Sarah is curious. Some cows have broken free from a field and Jack is furious as they have strayed onto a field with newly mown hay in it which if eaten can give a cow bloat. Eric has seen a Victorian ring at the auctions and he wants to buy it for Elizabeth. Chris books dinner for 5 in The Woolpack restaurant. Jack blames holidaymakers for leaving the gate open on the field. He is having to get liquid down the cows to prevent the bloat.
Rachel is being really horrible to Michael. She twists everything round that he says and seems to want him out of the house. Carol bursts into Elizabeth's house looking for Lorraine who has gone missing. Alan phones Rachel and asks her to work at short notice as Lorraine hasn't turned up for work either. Elizabeth notices that something is wrong with Rachel. She tells her that everything will be alright between her and Michael once they are married, but Rachel doesn't look convinced. Elizabeth is sure that she can change Eric and that Rachel can change Michael too. Jack is still rambling on about his row with Joe. Sarah tells him to make it up with Joe as they need his help at the moment.
Rachel confides in Sarah that she has broken off her engagement to Michael. Sarah says that it is the worst time for it to happen. She is not very sympathetic towards Rachel and just thinks about how it will affect the farm. Michael has got a bad hangover. He is late for work, but doesn't seem too bothered. He broaches the subject of moving back in with Elizabeth although she is obviously not too keen and reminds him that things have changed since they last lived together - her relationship with Eric for a start. She says that he can move in as long as he treats Eric with some respect. Carol is still worried about Lorraine. Alan tells her not to worry. Kim is coping well on her crutches. Jack warns Michael not to speak ill of Rachel in front of him again.
Rachel and Michael have an uncomfortable meeting. Alan is still insisting that Lynn's idea for pub food is a non starter as far as he is concerned. He prides himself on the reputation of The Woolpack and the ambiance that he has created and will not sacrifice his gourmet evenings for pub food. Annie thinks that Rachel should never have agreed to marry Michael. She has a dig at Sarah and Jack when she says that some couples will never make a commitment. Nick is not looking forward to Alice going to stay with Elsa for two weeks. He suggests to Archie that they try and book a holiday somewhere. Chris watches one of his drivers behaving suspiciously. Seth is in a doom and gloom mood for some reason. Carol sucks up to Alan and says that she always doubted whether Lynn would really fit into the Woolpack atmosphere.
Eric has cooked Elizabeth a full breakfast. They are just sitting down to enjoy it when Alan barges in and asks Elizabeth to go through some invoices with him. Nick trips over Michael who is sleeping on his living room floor. He is annoyed because he has creased all Alice's clothes that she is taking to Elsa's. Elizabeth gets rid of Alan and then Michael arrives home. Chris still doesn't know what to do about Tony Jarvis, the suspected drug smuggler. He searches his lorry. Frank doesn't have any suggestions. Eric suggests to Elizabeth that they go and stay at his flat over the weekends so that they are out of Michael's way. Michael hears that George Windslow's tenancy is vacant.
Annie is still keeping quiet about where she is going for her mystery meal. She phones a taxi from Mark's so that Jack will not be able to listen. Nick is finding it hard to relax without Alice around. Jack chases after Mark to try and find out where Annie is going. Nick and Archie are bored. Archie thinks that they should try and find some women up at the holiday village. Jack tells Joe that Mark knows where Annie is going. Chris has sacked Tony Jarvis. He is worried about reprisals. Kathy is working with Steve. He asks her about the Tates and who lives in the house. Dan is trying to chat up the female holidaymakers. Archie and Nick arrive. Jack is lending Chris a shotgun for his holiday in Scotland with Neil.
Rick comes to stay with Rachel. Michael turns up straight away and the atmosphere is awkward. Elizabeth has spent time at Eric's flat. He suggests that they think about buying somewhere. Joe is giving riding lessons. Melanie turns up and asks Joe if she can give out some leaflets offering her services as a babysitter at the holiday village. Joe tells her to go and introduce herself to people. Melanie still thinks that Mark is interested in her and Joe doesn't tell her about Lisa. Eric and Elizabeth have been househunting.
Rachel hasn't seen Michael since he made a fool of himself. Alan is still determined not to lower his standards in the restaurant. He is flabbergasted when he receives a visit from the environmental health who think that he may be the source of an outbreak of salmonella poisoning. Dan is rounding up people for the disco. Rachel decides not to go when she hears that Michael is. Nick is also having second thoughts. Carol is enjoying Alan's discomfort as the environmental health accuse him of poisoning four diners. Lisa doesn't fancy the disco in Skipdale so Mark decides that he won't go either. Dan has no luck persuading Melanie either.
Lynn takes Peter to visit his dad's grave. Melanie is insisting that Joe calls the police about her mystery prowler. He doesn't want the publicity for the holiday village. Archie visits Lynn and she really appreciates it. Michael wants to see Joe to find out if Frank has made a decision about the Windslow Farm. Dan teases Mark about Lisa. Lynn is working in the bar. Neil is back from Scotland. He tells Frank and Kim that Kathy and Chris are having a good time. Joe suggests to Frank that the Windslow Farm should be used as a model farm for the tourists as it helps rare breeds survive. Alan asks Rachel to work with Lynn, but she wants to keep out of her way today. Poppy has tracked Joe down at Home Farm. Kim finds it funny and he is teased by Frank and Neil
A-level results are due out today - Mark isn't going to bother checking his. Melanie has to make a statement to the police about the prowler. Alan rings Miss Finch at the environmental health, but she isn't available. He is getting worried about losing bookings. Michael is in a terrible mood at work. Sarah tries to get him to talk, but he is too angry. Poppy is still hanging around Joe. He is due to visit the model farm site with Frank, Kim and Neil and refuses to take her with him. They all start singing Puppy Love. Nick and Archie are really looking forward to seeing Alice again
Chris and Kathy are back from their holiday in Scotland. Chris tells Frank that they had a good time. Frank is looking for Nick as he hasn't turned up for work. He wants some flowers for a special dinner that he is cooking for Kim. Alan turns up at the fish farm and finds that Elizabeth has cut her hand badly while gutting a fish. She wants him to take over packing her order. Michael is in a better mood and Sarah notices. He looks guilty when Steve approaches. Kim is able to exercise horses now. Kathy doesn't seem to have enjoyed the holiday as much as Chris.
Herons have eaten through a fence at the fish farm and are stealing the fish. Alan refuses to spend money on new netting and asks Seth to mend it. Rachel persuades Mark to open his exam results. He is surprised to find that he has passed the two subjects that he sat - he got a C for Art and a D for Geography. Rachel thinks that he should resit his English or enrol for art college. Mark is determined that he is not going to plan anything. Alan climbs a stepladder to try and fix the netting, but Seth makes it wobble and he won't help him anymore.
Sarah is having a day off. Robert joins her in bed and asks awkward questions about where he came from and why he didn't come out of her tummy. She explains about his real mum and he seems happy enough. Joe sees Lorraine leaving an empty cabin early in the morning. Her mum is still away and he threatens to call the police the next time he catches her at the holiday village. Robert asks Jack if he was married to his first mummy. He then runs off again. Elizabeth is still coming to terms with the news that Alan is selling the fish farm and cottage. Jack and Sarah realise that Annie is putting questions into Robert's head. She wants him to persuade them to marry.
Neil and Kim set off for their day at the Ripon sales. Frank is staying at home. Chris tells Frank that Tony Jarvis has got a job with one of their rival haulage firms. They decide to keep quiet about why they let him go. Joe tries to get information out of Annie about her intentions. She tells him that she might be going to Spain for more than just Christmas. Seth is still moaning on about the possibility of him being made redundant. Nick has received a letter from Elsa saying that she finds the visits from Alice too distressing and that she wants her to wait until she is old enough to know why she left before she visits again.
Carol notices the bruise on Alice's face. She immediately thinks that it is Archie's fault. He enrages her when he tells her to mind her own business. Kim tells Kathy that she will be getting rid of Steve now that she is on her feet again. They meet Chris and Frank who are looking quite smug with themselves. They have just found out that Smiths Haulage have had their lorries impounded and one of their best customers has just transferred his account to Tates. Kim is impressed, but Kathy looks disappointed. Sarah tells Joe and Jack that Annie has left some letters from Spain in the kitchen drawer.
Elizabeth has given a statement to Sgt MacArthur - the television is missing, the petty cash box and her oil painting. Alan isn't very helpful. Michael arrives and is immediately rude to Eric. He seems to realise how awful his mum is feeling after being robbed and he thinks about Steve's plan. Then she tells him that she is going to work for Frank now. He tells her that she is two faced and storms out. Kim is smartly dressed. She is going to see a horse breeder, Charles Clark, with Neil. Michael accuses Steve of being involved with his mum's burglary
Mark is not impressed with the job that Lisa has got for him - junior management trainee with a firm of industrial designers in Hull. She expected him to be grateful and is upset by his uncaring attitude. Elizabeth regrets being so harsh with Michael and telling him so bluntly that Nick is giving her away but realises just how much she needs Eric. Sarah tells Jack that either he makes her Robert's guardian or they will have to get married. Jack reminds her that she has always turned him down when he has proposed in the past. She tells him that it is a leap year so he should watch out now. Lisa tells Mark that they are finished if he doesn't agree to take the job in Hull
Carol is pleased that social services are investigating Nick and Archie. Rachel and Alan try and make her see sense. Nick is being interviewed down at social services. Elizabeth has explained about Alice's accident. She feels guilty. Archie tells Elizabeth that he will be honoured to be Eric's best man. Mark tells Melanie that he is happy about splitting up with Lisa. He invites her out for a drink that evening. Kathy thinks that Chris is checking up on her when he calls up at Home Farm. Kim and Neil are attending another horse sale together. She has bought a couple of mares and he encourages her to go on to another sale. Steve overhears Frank arranging to go to Mill Cottage for a meal that evening
Joe is in hospital. Jack is at his bedside when he wakes up. Kim and Neil are on their way home. She feels guilty and upset even though nothing has happened between them. Neil gets angry with her change of heart. Michael pretends that he doesn't know anything when he asks Annie about Joe.
It is Jack and Sarah's anniversary, but Sarah is insisting on staying in as it is also Joe's first night out of hospital. Annie is worried because Jack told her that he thought that Sarah was going to propose to him tonight. Kathy doesn't know what to do when Lynn telephones and asks her to babysit. She knows that Chris will be furious, but she agrees anyway. Archie posts off his application to be a registered childminder. Kim feels bad about Joe being attacked. She is blaming herself because she wasn't there and feels guilty about her close encounter with Neil. She vows to Kathy that she is never going to stay away from Home Farm without Frank again. Elizabeth teaches Frank all about the trout at the fish farm. Neil asks Kim to go to another horse sale with him, but she refuses.
Everyone at Emmerdale Farm has noticed that Michael is behaving strangely. Rachel blames herself. Annie is upset when Joe announces that he is fit and ready to go back to Home Farm. Elizabeth is surprised when Michael turns up at the fish farm to see her. Archie warns Seth not to cross Frank as he is not as gullible as Alan. Annie is still thinking about going to Spain for Christmas. Michael has apologised to Elizabeth for his behaviour. He understands why she has asked Nick to give her away. She knows that something is wrong with him, but he cannot bring himself to confide in her because he is so ashamed. He does admit that he has been very stupid. It is Kathy's birthday. Lynn arrives with a present for her.
Joe is out for an early morning ride and his horse seems to be lame. Elizabeth thinks that some fish feed has gone missing. Eric gives her some bad news - he cannot make the wedding rehearsal because of business. She is suspicious. Saint is lame and Kim suggests to Joe that he should think about retiring him. She tells him about horse sales that are coming up. Joe wants her to ask Neil's advice. Archie is desperately trying to organise a stag night for Eric, but everyone seems to have an excuse. Elizabeth is disappointed that Eric cannot make the rehearsal. He is meeting Billy, the dodgy bloke he met at the car boot sale.
Elizabeth is panicking on the morning of her wedding. She has got a hangover but won't admit it. Eric is sound asleep in The Woolpack cellar. Alan and Lynn set out all the food for the reception. Eric wakes up and has the most terrible headache. He cannot make anyone hear him. Michael nearly tells Nick about the burglary. Archie phones Nick up to tell him that it looks like Eric has done a bunk. Sergeant MacArthur tells Frank that Steve Marshal has been arrested for the burglary and that most of their possessions have been recovered. The Sugdens have heard that someone has been arrested for the Home Farm burglary. Michael and Archie have to lie to Elizabeth about Eric's whereabouts.
Frank receives the estimate for his new security system - it is going to cost over £6000. He thinks that it is worth it if it will ensure Kim's safety. She hates him fussing over her. Rachel is about to set off back to Leeds. She is feeling that perhaps Michael's actions were partly her fault. Jack has got no sympathy for him because of the attack on Joe. Elizabeth refuses to talk about Michael. They have had to cancel their honeymoon in Paris. She has spoken to his solicitor and refused to allow Michael to come back home so that he can have condition of residency as part of his bail. Archie is interested in truffle hunting after reading an article about it and realising how much money you can make. Michael's solicitor tells him that his mum does not want him home. Michael isn't surprised.
Lynn calls Kathy first thing in the morning. She wants her to babysit, but Chris answers the phone and says that Kathy is busy and that they are going out that evening so she will not be able to babysit. Chris was lying because he is taking a client out to dinner, but he doesn't want Kathy associating with Lynn. Joe is pressuring Mark to think about a career. Kathy bumps into Lynn while out walking a horse. She feels embarrassed. Lynn tells her that she has just called on Carol, but Lorraine hasn't turned up yet. Seth and Archie have cornered Neil about him supplying a pig for truffle hunting. He explains that he doesn't actually own any pigs, but that he could have a word with one of his tenant farmers.
Joe has got a new horse. Kim is touchy when he mentions Neil. Elizabeth finds Frank feeding the trout and warns him not to overfeed them. Kim is secretly meeting Neil. He wants her to spend the night with him. She agrees, but is not happy about deceiving Frank. Archie and Seth are waiting for the pig, Prunella, to start truffle hunting. Lynn catches up with Kathy. Lorraine seems to be watching them. It is pouring down as Seth and Archie walk through the woods with the pig on a lead. Michael finds Joe. He pleads with him to believe that he did not hit him, but Joe tells him to stay away. Seth can't believe it when Frank says that he wants to observe him at work. Elizabeth ignores Michael when she sees him watching her. Alan has a go at Archie and Seth about the truffle hunting scheme.
Lorraine has stayed the night at Lynn's. Michael is curious as to why she is staying. He thinks that she must be pregnant. Lynn can't tell him what the problem is, but asks him to look after Peter for the day. Chris has got the DIY bug again and Kathy is worried. Lorraine is determined to tell the authorities about her father. She threatens to kill her father and still does not want to talk to her mother. Jack complains to Annie about Mark's lazy attitude now that he has started working on the farm. Sarah is pleased when Annie invites her personally to the Emmerdale Farm shareholders meeting.
Lorraine's social worker comes to visit. She and Lynn are worried about Lorraine. Mark asks Annie to bring up his wages at the farm meeting. He wants a rise. Lorraine is pleased to hear that Jenny is safe from her father. Her social worker tells her that she has been very brave. Neil pays Kim a surprise visit. He wants to make sure that she has told Frank about the overnight trip to the horse sale. She casually mentions it to Frank later. Sarah has got a financial projection from the accountant for next year. She is going to present it at the meeting. Lorraine's social worker wants her to speak to her mum as it will help the prosecution
Michael tries to be nice to Lorraine again. She is pretending to be tough, but cannot stop crying. She tells Lynn that she wants to kill her dad. Lynn tries to persuade her that the best way to hurt her father is to talk to her mum and then they can take him to court. Lorraine is still against that. Lynn tells her that she met Pete when she was Lorraine's age and that they were married for six years. Lorraine thought about getting pregnant. Carol is spending her time cleaning to forget about Lorraine. She is surprised to get a phone call from Lynn. Lorraine wants to see her. Carol is stubborn and refuses to go up to Lynn's house.
Kim is slipping off to Harrogate to do some shopping without Frank. Carol turns up at Lynn's and worries that other people will find out about her ex-husband. She wonders why Lorraine has not come home now that they have made up. Neil arrives at Home Farm to see Kim. They were obviously going to meet in Harrogate, but Neil says that he could not wait to see her. Nick interrupts them. Kim tells Neil that she hates having to lie to Frank as he is so trusting. Neil points out that there is nothing to lie about yet. Carol tells Lynn that she feels so sorry for Lorraine and would willingly kill Derek. Robert tells Annie that he always wants to live on the farm. Eric and Elizabeth are finding it hard to adapt to living together. Michael meets Mark in the village and asks him to go for a drink with him.
Archie is panicking because he is expecting a visit from an inspector from Social Services who is checking him out as a registered childminder. Nick makes fun of him. Carol calls up to Lynn's with a present for Lorraine. She asks Lorraine about coming home, but she isn't ready yet
Kim makes a fuss of Frank before she leaves for her trip with Neil. Mark storms into the farm kitchen and confronts Jack and Sarah as they have already put an advert in the local paper for the cottage. He will not see their point of view. Eric checks to see that Elizabeth will be around in the afternoon. She suggests that they go out for the afternoon. Eric stalls her. Alan visits Carol at home; they are awkward with each other at first. She becomes aggressive when she thinks that Lynn has told Alan all about Lorraine. He assures her that he knows nothing.
It is the day of the treasure hunt between Rachel, Sangeeta and the students next door. Sangeeta answers the door and gets soaked by a water pistol. It is the morning after for Kim and Neil. They want to see more of each other from now on. Kim suggests that they stay on for another night. Michael is going to be a beater for Seth and is grateful for something to do. Sangeeta chucks a bucket of water over someone who knocks on the front door. It turns out to be Mark. Rachel laughs. Jack has cut his hand because he was not concentrating on his work. He is thinking about Annie's demands for money. The only thing he can think of is selling some land. He will not consider selling the farm
Jack has another go at Mark for not working hard on the farm. It is Seth and Archie's birthday. Nick gives Archie a card from him and Alice, but Archie is not keen to celebrate. Rachel visits the farm and brings Sangeeta with her. Mark shows her round. Archie is in a terrible mood and refuses to eat Nick's cooked breakfast - he is fasting so that he can sympathise with starving people.
Jack is looking rough as he is having to do Mark's work as well. Annie is due back tomorrow. Archie is starting his childminding course soon. He has finished his famine for now. Kim comes back to the stables to find Neil there as a surprise. He wants her to find a couple of suitable mounts for the sons of some friends of his, the Drinkwaters. They kiss in the stables, but Kathy comes back and they have to move apart quickly. Elizabeth suggests to Eric that they start a joint account to pay for household bills. He seems a bit reluctant. Frank sees Kim and Neil together. She is telling him that she cannot stop thinking about him
Jack takes Sarah a cup of tea in bed. She is amazed to see his black eye and wonders what Annie will make of it all. Kathy tries to wriggle out of the dinner date with Frank, Kim and Neil that evening but Chris still wants to go. Elizabeth is worried about Tinker as she is missing again. Eric is going to pay the electricity bill, but Elizabeth tells him that she has already paid it. She wants to open up a joint bank account, but Eric still seems reluctant for some reason. Joe explains to Mark that the farm is in terrible trouble and that is why Jack is so grumpy. He asks him to help out more and not talk about money so much.
Sarah tells Annie that Jack did not sleep last night. Annie thinks that Jack is avoiding her and should face up to the problem. Sarah loses her temper with Annie because of her lack of thought for Jack. He has no option but to sell the farm if she really wants her share bought out. Elizabeth is determined that Eric should sell the spitfire. Tinker has strayed again. Annie tells Sarah that perhaps the farm is going to go bankrupt anyway so isn't it better if Jack sells now. Sarah tells her that she should talk to Jack if that is how she feels. Lorraine is not pulling her weight at Lynn's. Carol hands her notice in at The Woolpack because she can no longer face anyone. She thinks that everyone knows about her problems with Lorraine. Kim tells Kathy that she is going off to see a client. They both know that she is going to meet Neil
Frank is driving one of the lorries because Chris is a driver short. He is going to Edinburgh so Kim plans a day Christmas shopping with Neil. Annie is full of cold, she blames waiting up half the night for Jack to speak to her. Sarah just wants her to tell Jack that she has changed her mind. Annie is being stubborn and wants Jack to be reasonable first before she will speak to him. Sarah dares to tell her that she is pig headed. Lynn is fed up with Lorraine treating her house like a hotel. Michael is going to try and get a job with a local poultry packer. Carol has come back to work at The Woolpack. She is grateful to Alan for giving her another chance. Lynn tries to speak to Lorraine about pulling her weight around the house. Michael is despondent because he did not get the job.
It is the day of the Home Farm shoot and Mark is helping out. Jack is in a mood because the tractor has broken down and it will be expensive to repair. He finds time to ask about Annie. She is in bed with bronchitis. Bill Middleton tries to explain to Mark that he is a second class citizen at the shoot. Sarah starts to panic when she realises that Annie will now be at home for Christmas and she will therefore taste Sarah's pudding. Rachel is home. She tells Sarah about Jayesh. Eric asks Archie to take a look at his car. He even offers to babysit Alice for him. Alan is furious when he finds Archie mending the car in The Woolpack car park. He tells him to move on. Councillor Chapman has managed to get The Malt Shovel's application for a reduction in their business rate moved off this month's agenda. Alan wants to get his own application in first. He decides to let Archie stay in the car park so that it looks good.
Robert is telling jokes at the breakfast table. He is in the school nativity play and wants to get some practice in. Mark doesn't laugh. Michael finds a sink full of filthy plates at Lynn's. Lorraine was meant to do them. She is nasty to him. Jack has saved a dirty beck for Mark to clear out at Keller Bottom. Rachel has brought Jayesh home to meet the Sugdens. Kim and Neil are having a conversation in the stables. Nick walks in and makes them jump. Neil spills boiling hot coffee all over his trousers and has to drop them in front of Nick. Jayesh gets on well with everyone. Rachel shows him round the farm. Joe is depressed because everyone seems to be fixed up romantically except him.
It is the day of Michael's committal hearing. Elizabeth has taken time off work especially to accompany him, but Michael does not want any fuss. He asks her not to go. Jack is refusing to stop working and take a break. Mark thinks that handing in his notice was the best decision he has made. Amos has come to stay at Emmerdale Farm. Robert tries one of his jokes out on him, but Amos doesn't get it. Archie checks that his double date with Nick is still on, he has even arranged the babysitter. Michael is nervous about seeing Steve and the others in court. Sarah and Amos talk about Leonard. They are secretly arranging for him to come to the farm for Christmas. Eric is looking at swish cars to buy when Elizabeth shows him a newspaper advert for a small family saloon.
It is the morning after Nick and Archie's double date. Nick pretends to a disappointed Archie that he really liked Lindsay. Amos lets slip to Jack that he and Sarah are planning a surprise for Annie at Christmas. Sarah just tells Jack that an old friend is coming to stay. She does not tell him that it is Leonard. Lorraine asks Michael what he gets up to at night. She is teasing him because she knows that he has been slipping out and breaking his curfew. Michael just says that he stays in his room and reads. Jack has been kept waiting on a country road by a tanker. When Frank Tate drives up, he takes his anger and frustration out on him. Amos tries to explain to Sarah how Annie must be feeling now about asking for money for her last few years. She puts over Jack's point of view.
Mark is having time off to go to Leeds and show off his new car to Rachel. Jack teases him about its condition. Elizabeth is still giving Eric a hard time about selling the car to Mark. Chris suggests to Kathy that they invite Frank and Kim over for a meal. Kathy is non-committal. She then tells Chris that she is planning to resign from her job with Kim after Christmas. Chris wants to know why. Jayesh has recovered from his attack. Robert is still telling jokes even though he has done his play. Jack wants to know what surprise Sarah is planning for Annie. Michael finds Lorraine stealing from Lynn's purse. The Spitfire breaks down. Jack has noticed that a couple of the doors have dropped in the farmhouse. Joe visits. He tells Jack that Frank is willing to cover the cost of the loss of his milk yield. Jack accepts begrudgingly. They both still think that Leonard is a conman.
Jack is furious with Sarah for inviting Leonard to stay over Christmas. He is convinced that Leonard is a con man and that he has pressured Annie into asking for her share of the farm. Sarah makes him promise that he will be polite to Leonard for Annie's sake. The doors are still sticking at Emmerdale. Lorraine heard Michael go out again last night. Kim tries to involve Kathy in the running of the stables. Kathy is short with her and tells her to ask Neil's advice. Frank interrupts them. He is popping into Hotten, but is anxious not to miss Zoe ringing from the airport as she is due home. Kathy feels sorry for Frank as he is really looking forward to Christmas. Elizabeth is still not really talking to Eric and he gets annoyed. He admits that he will do basically anything for money and they row. Lindsay is keen on Archie. She has made a special effort to come over and see him. Michael visits his mum and asks about Christmas.
Michael is trying to thumb a lift home. Annie is looking very perky. Sarah teases her about Leonard. He then telephones and she giggles like a schoolgirl on the phone. Jack doesn't like to see his mother behaving like this. Seth is fixing up a banner outside The Woolpack advertising the Christmas meal. Alan notices Michael arriving back in the village in a van. Zoe calls on Archie. She tries to mix trouble between him and Lindsay by flirting with him. Lorraine makes a surprise visit to see Carol. She has made her a home made Christmas card. Carol then ruins things by talking to her about Christmas. Amos and Leonard have a walk.
It is Christmas morning. Jack calls at Amos's cottage to see Leonard. Amos worries that he is there to cause more trouble. Kathy finds Kim staring into space - she is thinking about her situation. She tries to make Kathy feel sorry for her as she is torn between two men but Kathy has little sympathy. Peter Whiteley is overloaded with presents. Lorraine feels a bit neglected. Jack apologises to Leonard. He tries to explain that he was just offering advice and offers more if Jack needs it. Carol is opening her presents on her own, but then Lorraine visits. She has made Carol a jewellery box. Presents are unwrapped at Emmerdale. Annie has bought Sangeeta a brooch.
It is Boxing Day. Frank is drinking again and Zoe has stayed up all night with him. Chris and Kathy have also stayed at Home Farm. Kim is with Neil and seems quite happy. She encourages Neil to go to the Boxing Day Hunt at Robblesfield. Mark asks Sangeeta to go to the hunt with him. Rachel overhears and decides to go along and distribute her anti-hunt leaflets. Chris finds that Frank has passed out on the sofa. He removes some empty bottles, but Frank wakes up and gets violent. He pushes Chris out of the way and staggers out to his car.
Chris rings Zoe up for a progress report on Frank. She is fed up that she might have to spend New Year's Eve alone at Home Farm. Kathy is short with Chris and seems to have made plans to avoid him. Sarah asks Joe for all the gossip on Kim and Frank. She is busy trying to think of ways to make money for the farm - llamas, maggots. Michael sees Rachel in the village. She is waiting for Jayesh to arrive from Leeds. He declines her offer of a drink and watches them walk off together. Rachel still suspects Michael of being the prowler. Frank is sober. He asks Chris for a progress report on the businesses. Chris has nothing to tell him. Frank is obviously not going ahead with the partnership with Neil in the model farm now, but is still considering the driving range as a solo venture.
2003
Nicola is determined not to let Neil out of her sight and insists that he join her for dinner later in the day. But as Syd warns Neil that she can be a bit of a handful, he makes it perfectly clear that he is just out for a bit of fun and isn’t looking for a serious relationship. And Steph comes to his rescue when she ignores Nicola's words of warning to stay away and returns home slightly worse for wear – interrupting Nicola and Neil. He's grateful for the diversion and makes a sharp exit. Viv is revelling in the gossip following Zak’s departure and speculates on why he would abandon his family.
Louise starts to feel pressure as the police begin asking probing questions, Steph and Nicola's game of wits escalates and Tricia plays a trick on Marlon to make him break his resolution.
The cracks are starting to appear, as Louise is under immense pressure from the police. They suspect murder and begin to look for a motive. Louise is terrified as they ask her to meet them at Mill Cottage for further questioning. But just the thought of returning the scene of the murder is enough to make her physically sick. As the police remove the cordon, the cottage is exactly how they left it and bitterly cold. Blood is still on the stairs, and in her mind's eye the body is still in a dishevelled heap at the bottom - will she ever be free of his haunting image?
Jarvis gives Len a helping hand in preparation for the dance competition, and Rodney takes matters into his own hands in order to rid himself of Steph.
Betty is intrigued by her Edna's stubborn enthusiasm for the dance contest and it is clear she is more determined than ever to win it. Finally admitting her reputation, and money, is on the line, Edna is even prepared to put her strong morals aside to get the better of Viv Hope - putting Len under more pressure than ever! Len thinks all the extra tuition has paid off until his confidence gets the better of him as he tries a tricky move and his ankle buckles - throwing them both to the floor!
Len hasn't got the heart to tell Edna he won't be competing in the dance competition and her archenemy, Jarvis, will be taking his place! He tentatively tries to broach the subject, but at the first mention of Jarvis's name Edna begins spitting feathers! Cowardly assuring Edna he is fine to compete, Len tells her to get changed as they are going to the competition after all! Len fears for his life, as he anticipates the wrath of Edna when she claps eyes on Jarvis with his dancing shoes on. Will Edna go through with the competition, or will her stubborn streak prevail and let Viv win the competition?
Steph's car boot sale is a roaring success while Rodney's antique barn is empty. He is miffed as there isn't a soul about, compared to the hustle and bustle that is gathering around the stalls in the street. Danny and Steph are having great fun parting people with their cash; they agree to bury the hatchet and let bygones be bygones. Rodney is forced to swallow his pride and accept that Steph did enhance his profit margins. They agree to work with each other again - with Danny in tow.
Chris is growing increasingly annoyed with Jack for being too easy with Wilf – his tenant farmer. With his patience running out, Chris sends Jack back to the farm with the threat of eviction if Wilf doesn’t pay up. But Jack is stunned by the poverty that greets him, and it soon becomes apparent that Wilf is struggling to keep his head above water. He has been struck by the foot and mouth epidemic, and his wife has left him. It comes as some surprise to Chris, then, when Jack returns with a wad of cash from Wilf – but all is not as it seems.
Louise worries about Ray's inquest. Diane tries to reassure her. Jack tells Alan about Wilf's dire financial situation, Alan tells him that Home Farm have become far more harsher since he was estate manager. Their discussion turns into an argument and Jack accuses Alan of siding with Chris. Ollie gives Danny a telling off for leaving his plate out before leaving for college. Chris visits Wilf and tells him to pay up or meet the bailiffs. Terry arrives to give Louise some moral support.
Louise is sour with Terry when he comes round to check on her. She comes round when Terry explains his actions, and assures her that it'll work out. Chris is still hunting for Jack. Brian continues to try get into his good book by telling Chris what he wants to hear. Louise worries that Ashley will find out the truth. DI Dove visits Laurel and gets her to go back over her story. Seth tries to help Laurel remember. Brian tells Jack that Chris is looking for him. Jack says Chris will have to wait and gets in his car, as Brian smirks.
Louise is walking Bolan, she meets Terry in the Main Street. Louise tells him she is thinking of going to away for a bit. Terry tells her that will make her look more guilty. He also says that if she can just get through this meeting with Dove then all this could well be over. Charity mentions to Chris that Chloe didn't come home last night. Chris tells her that Jack has resigned. She is angry but Chris is convinced Jack will ask for his job back soon. Terry opens the kitchen door to Dove - she has come to ask him some questions.
Terry thanks Charity for helping Louise get out of trouble with the police yesterday. Brian calls around to Butlers Farm and informs Stephen and Wilf that because he can't pay rent, Brian will have to issue them an eviction notice. Stephen grabs Brian but Wilf stops him from attacking him. Debbie wants to help Paddy at the vets. Zoe and Charity talk about a cesarean section, Zoe is unhappy with Charity's advice. Chris is unhappy that Brian has given Wilf 24 hours to pay up. Charity and Chris talk bad about Brian behind his back. Jack talks to Diane about his resignation.
Zoe goes on a mad dash to the hospital, Louise realises how little she knew about Ray when his brother turns up, and Katie receives shocking news.
Louise feels the pressure on the day of Ray's funeral, and Katie is forced to choose between Brian and Andy.
Louise hopes for closure when she scatters Ray's ashes and sells the house to his family, Chloe grows frustrated with Zoe's demands and Katie is desperate to stay in the village.
Scott arrives to pick up Zoe. Emily and Paddy are nervous about talking to Debbie about the pig. They chicken out about telling her. Robert teases Debbie, Ollie sticks up for her but Debbie fights back. Zoe takes Scott to the baby shop, saying the social worker thinks that it would be nice for her to buy things for the baby despite her being set on not keeping it. Tricia is shocked to hear that Louise is giving Mill Cottage to Ray's brother. A shop assistant mistakes Scott for Zoe's baby's father. Brian and Katie begin packing. She finds her baby clothes and gets upset.
With no help from Scott, Zoe has made it to the hospital and is heavily in the throes of labour. With Chris and Charity on their way, Chloe berates Scott for letting them down. Not wanting to raise suspicion he agrees to come to the hospital straight away. In the delivery room the midwives check Zoe's records noting her schizophrenia with some caution. As the baby is born, Zoe tries to stay detached from it but can’t help feeling some anxiety as it struggles to breath and when the midwife suddenly thrusts in to her arms and asks Zoe what the baby is called, she finds herself naming her daughter Jean after her mother.
Tricia's resolve is strengthened and hatches a plan to give Marlon the surprise of his life, while Paddy and Emily struggle to believe anymore of Debbie's stories.
Andy's birthday night out goes badly wrong, Tricia throws Marlon off the scent as she continues to plan their secret wedding and Zoe takes action as her mental health deteriorates.
Katie is still shaken after being mugged and to make matters worse, tension is building between her and Andy as the idea of living together is taking some getting used to. Their latest argument is interrupted by a knock at the door, and Andy is stunned to see Stephen has retrieved Katie's mobile from the gang, explaining he knew the lads who stole it. But Andy is furious to discover that Katie lied to him and knew all along that Stephen was involved in the mugging. As a few home truths are aired, it becomes apparent that, although they are engaged and living together, there is a lot they don’t know about each other.
Lisa doesn’t thank Cain for reminding her that they could lose their house if they don’t keep up their mortgage repayments. But the bank isn’t the only ones who have got their eyes on their land. Chris is secretly hoping the Dingles can’t repay their debts as he has plans to develop their land, along with Pollard’s Factory and the Reynolds house. Lisa is forced to go on a begging mission to Home Farm. She pleads for extra time to settle their debts, leaving Charity frustrated as the pressure mounts from Chris. Expecting the third degree from Chris,
Cain is furious after Charity serves the eviction notice on the family and vows to sort their debt to the Tates out once and for all – without handing over a single penny. Having been betrayed by his own blood, he decides to pay Charity a call intent on getting back the deeds back to the Dingles home. But when Cain barges in, throwing his weight around, Charity is in no mood to be threatened. Playing him at his own game, she suggests he keep his mouth shut - unless he wants his involvement with Angie’s death to be common knowledge. Cain is forced to back-down, knowing full well that Charity could have him arrested at a moment's notice. Back to square one, he is forced to come up with another tactic to save the house.
Unable to pay their debt to the Tate's, the Dingles' fear nothing short of a miracle will help save their home. Cain’s desperate to stop his family from being evicted and thinks his luck is in when he unearths a skeleton from Charity’s past. With blackmail in mind, the fact that she’s a Dingle by blood means nothing to Cain who intends taking drastic actions to reclaim the deeds to the house. Later at Home Farm, Charity can’t believe her ears, when Cain drops the bombshell. With Chris in earshot, she is forced to comply with his demands, hoping he won’t learn her dark secret. Triumphant Cain leaves Home Farm issuing Charity with an ultimatum: she has 24 hours to do the right thing.
Charity confides in Zoe as she tries to make sense of Cain’s revelation. She's finding it hard to cope with the pressure she's under. Unable to believe Cain's accusation, Zoe tries to brush it off as scare tactics – but Charity is not so sure. The more she thinks about it, the more she is convinced Debbie could be the daughter she gave up nearly 13 years ago! Having built a marriage based on trust, friendship and business, Charity fears it may all come crashing down if Chris learns the truth about Debbie.
Lisa is still puzzled and overwhelmed that their financial worries have dramatically disappeared overnight. With the deeds to their house back in safe hands, things are beginning to look up. Meanwhile, at Home Farm, Chris is none the wiser as Charity does a great job of concealing her turmoil. He's furious, though, when he learns she's given the Dingles back their land. Chris's attempt to intimidate the Dingles backfires on Charity, when Cain decides to tell Debbie her real mother is closer than she thinks. Debbie arrives at Home Farm in a desperate bid to meet her real mother.
While Chris and Charity tear each other to shreds, Zoe sits with Debbie in the next room at Home Farm. Zoe does her best to cover for Charity and diplomatically answers questions about why Charity might have lied. Debbie's world has just fallen apart, and Zoe is left trying to pick up the pieces. Charity finally comes to her senses and realises she can’t just throw Debbie out – she deserves an explanation. But when Debbie asks questions about her father, it is all too much for Charity, and she quickly tells her he is dead.
As the dust settles at Home Farm, Chris panics, convinced Debbie won’t keep Charity’s secret. Determined not to let the revelations of the past days rock his world, he demands to know what Charity is going to do about the situation. But Charity is determined to get Debbie out of her life as quickly as possible as she has no maternal feelings what so ever. She knows she will have to tread carefully or the whole village could find out! Having agreed to meet Debbie and take her out for a drive, Charity puts on a brave face, as she prepares to let Debbie down gently.
Jarvis and Edna are a bag of nerves as the dance competition approaches and the Reynolds prepare for their move to Jacobs Fold.
Marlon's quiet night at the Woolpack hots up, Jack does everything he can to help a friend in need, and Len and Ollie start a new chapter in their lives.
Marlon wakes up with a sore head, but the already dull ache is made worse when he realises he still hasn’t told Tricia about Steph’s advances. A hangover from hell doesn’t help his paranoia, as Marlon is more convinced than ever that Steph is up to no good, as she kept trying to get him drunk last night. Confiding in Paddy, Marlon expresses his fears that Steph is trying to split him and Tricia up again. Paddy does his best to reassure his friend, that although Steph is acting out of sorts, he has nothing to worry about and persuades him to keep his trap shut for now!
Marlon is in for a huge Valentine's surprise.
Fresh from a break in Spain, courtesy of Bob's ex-wife - Terry returns to the village with a new romantic interest in tow. But Louise, who has also returned from her holiday is surprised and uncomfortable to discover that she is half his age! Gossip of Terry's holiday romance spreads like wildfire - The Woolpack is a hive of activity as the local's make assumptions. Bob is quick to criticise those who are being judgmental, happy that his pal has met someone special - until he realises that the woman on Terry's arm is a very familiar face. Viv is far from impressed when she learns Chloe and Scott are back together, branding her a hussy she is quick to remind him of her infidelity.
Bob is struggling to comprehend that Terry has brought his teenage daughter, Dawn, back from Spain as his girlfriend. Knowing full well that Terry was in love with Louise - he finds it hard to believe that he could change his mind to rapidly! Naturally protective over his daughter, things go from bad to worse for Bob, when Dawn makes a shock announcement! Bob is flabbergasted and, not hiding his thoughts, he resolves to put her on the next plane home to her mother. Until that is, the entrance of another familiar face causes an even bigger stir! As all hell breaks loose in The Woolpack, Scott tries to disperse the gathering crowds by inviting them back to his.
With their relationship under scrutiny Terry and Dawn are determined to show the village how serious they are about one another. Terry's first port of call is the church, where he asks Ashley to marry them. A little taken aback by his urgency, Ashley suggests they attend pre-marital sessions first. Deliriously happy, Terry agrees to the sessions as Ashley confirms he can keep his side of the bargain and marry them in three weeks. Time is now ticking for Bob, and with only weeks to stop the marriage he decides to try another tact.
When Mack asks Nicola out on a date, she has high hopes that her disastrous love life is set to change! But when Alan collars Mack and cleans him out of cash for rent arrears at the B&B - suddenly the prospect of a date look slim to none. However, Nicola is determined not to let this penniless builder get away and offers to pay for the date - to which Mack gratefully obliges. With the aid of several vodkas, she begins to see womanising Mack in a whole new light, despite Rodney's warnings to stay away. It doesn't take long for Mack to persuade Nicola to take him home - but will she still see him as prince charming in the morning? Jean takes her daughter aside for a heart to heart. But Dawn isn't for listening and makes her intentions clear, insisting she wants to make a new life with Terry in Emmerdale.
At Home Farm, Chris' insecurities about Charity are fuelled, as he realises that Zoe knew that Debbie was Charity's child and didn't tell him. Meanwhile, Charity's concerns are elsewhere, as she can't wait for Pat to recover and be released from the hospital so that Debbie will be out of her life forever. Pat, however, is seemingly getting worse, not better, and Emily wonders whether they should prepare Debbie for the worst-case scenario. The path of love never runs smoothly for Nicola as she wakes up in bed alone.
Lisa and Laurel are relieved as they see new troops arriving to help with the huge workload at Pollard's Factory and there's a bonus too for Laurel as she gets all in a fluster about one of the recruits and Lisa plays cupid. But the excitement surrounding the new arrivals soon wears off when Lisa finds out they are on a far higher wage than everyone else! Her angry tones fall on deaf ears, however, and Eric tells her to get on with her job - while she still has one! But Lisa isn't about to let him ride roughshod over her workforce and decides to hit Eric where it hurts.
With his staff on strike, Eric's attempt to meet the huge order deadline single-handedly is doomed to fail. Having spent the entire night in the factory, yet barely making a dent in the order, he feels deflated and defeated. Lisa, however, is doing a stern job at the front of the picket line, making sure no one backs down. Time is ticking away and Eric is all too aware that the time has come for some tough negotiations. Lisa holds her head up high as she leaves the picket line for a showdown with the boss - determined not to let her troops down. Meanwhile, Debbie's adoptive mother Pat is weakening in hospital and has been given only weeks to live.
Pat hasn't made it through the night and Emily fears the worst when she gets a call from the hospital telling her Debbie disappeared shortly after Pat passed away. Distraught, Debbie is struggling to deal with her grief and doesn't know who to turn to. Alone and with tears streaming down her face, she finds herself drawn to Home Farm. Charity is late for a meeting and rushes out the door, the last thing she expects is to be confronted by a desperate Debbie.
Emily is still deeply confused about Debbie's belief that Charity is her mother. But when Debbie confesses Cain has been encouraging her, Emily is outraged that he could fill her with such false hopes. Determined to confront Cain, Emily goes to the Dingles' to shed some light on the matter. But the last thing she expects to uncover is the truth, and Emily and Paddy are left reeling with the news. As they head to Home Farm for a showdown, Charity braces herself as she realises she can no longer remain anonymous in Debbie's life.
Debbie is heartbroken after yet another rejection from Charity, while Paddy and Emily are left to pick up the pieces. Still holding a glimmer of hope for their relationship, Debbie hopes that Charity may change her mind, given time. Paddy and Emily have bigger worries on their mind, though. With Debbie's birth mother being so close to home, they are sure that social services will move her away. Torn as to whether or not to call social services, they are dealt a massive blow when Charity beats them to the punch.
Zoe makes a momentous decision about her baby, Tricia is already experiencing the troubles of married life and Bob does everything he can to stop Terry and Dawn's wedding.
A new Tate is welcomed to Home Farm, Marlon is concerned when he stumbles across in one of Tricia's magazines, and Pancake Day leads to chaos at the Sugdens.
Zoe takes to motherhood easily, which puts Scott on edge. Meanwhile, Charity rejects Debbie in no uncertain terms, and Marlon is overwhelmed with paranoia.
Debbie absconds, leaving Paddy, Emily and Charity panic-stricken. Meanwhile, the Dingles receive a surprise from Zak, and Mack is put out of action.
Charity is wracked with guilt as the search for Debbie continues, Betty returns from Down Under and Alan evicts Mack from the B&B.
The Marsdens arrive in Emmerdale; however, the road is far from smooth as their removal van becomes ditched in the middle of the village. Ronnie Marsden is forced to abandon his vehicle and transport his family's belongings on foot, while the villagers start to gather around, intrigued by the newcomers. With the road blocked Ronnie is quick to make acquaintances and is grateful when Jack, arrives on the scene to offer a helping hand. It is abundantly clear that Ali, his youngest son, is far more interested in the local girls than helping out his dad. Meanwhile, at the Reynolds former old house,
Keen to befriend her new neighbours, Frances invites the Dingles over for a drink. The atmosphere is tense though and Cain is unnerved by Elaine’s persistent questions about the previous owners to the house. Getting up for work, Scott is annoyed to find the house is littered with the remnants of Mack and Syd’s previous night's drinking binge. When Syd emerges with a hangover, he is in no mood to battle with Scott so meekly apologises for the mess promising to clean it up at the first opportunity. When Syd arrives, he sees Mack is already at work and scolds him for letting him oversleep when they have such a big job to finish.
Living conditions aren’t getting any better at Pear Tree Cottage making Scott livid. To make matters worse Mack makes a suggestive comment about Chloe, which pushes Scott over the edge. He is quickly tiring of Mack treating the place like a doss house and is angry with Syd for not throwing him out as he’d promised. But when Syd finds out where Mack’s loyalties lie, he takes swift action, and his building buddy soon finds himself between a rock and a hard place. Frances is keen to find a job in Emmerdale but she soon finds out there are little or no vacancies to choose from. Viv points her in the direction of Pollard’s Factory in the hope that Lisa is feeling in a charitable mood.
Jealous of all the male attention Ollie has been getting recently Donna decides to stir up a bit of trouble by telling Danny that new boy Ali has been after his girl. Danny doesn’t take kindly to the news so, unaware of his heart condition, gets physical with Ali. But when Ali hits the floor, motionless, panic spreads as Elaine confirms that he has a heart complaint. Frances has been on edge for a couple of days but Ronnie puts her anxiety down to starting a new job at the factory. Little does he know she is expecting test results from the hospital at any time after a health scare.
Bob and Jean are still busy masterminding their plan to stop Dawn from walking down the aisle with Terry. They are convinced that if they can make it obvious that Terry is still in love with Louise, Dawn will be sure to call the whole thing off. Louise is disgusted to learn of Bob's underhand plan but, to prove a point, she reluctantly agrees to play along. Meanwhile, Terry heads out to celebrate his stag night, while Dawn marks her last few nights of freedom with the girls. Meanwhile, Jean and Steph get well aquatinted over a few bottles of wine. As they gossip, Steph lets slip that Viv had a one-night stand with a limo driver! Jean revels with delight as she realises she has some dirt on Viv. Edna finds a homeless Mack alone in the church.
Edna’s new lodger is making himself comfortable, but when she makes it clear that the charity will not extend longer than three days Mack decides to do some DIY ‘on the house’. When Betty witnesses Mack leaving Edna's place, she reveals in gossiping about the new friendship. Louise has a chat with Terry about his pending marriage to Dawn hoping to get to the bottom of it once and for all. When Terry reiterates that he only has feelings for Dawn, she feels convinced that he's getting married for the right reasons. After being let down by his best man, Terry calls on his employer Chris to help out.
It is the day of the wedding, but Bob is more determined than ever to stop it going ahead. Meanwhile, Jarvis' pleas fall on deaf ears.
Outside the Hopes' shop, Viv is worried about Bob, Donna takes Bobs side, Viv is leaving to find Bob, Jean comes out and makes fun of Viv, she says that she probably won't ever see Bob again; at Terry and Dawn's they are drinking tea and looking happy, Dawn is worried about Bob, she is angry that Bob and Viv almost ruined the whole wedding, Terry is shocked about Vivs cheating, Dawn says that he will turn up soon, probably with another woman; at Edna's Mack has bought tootsie some food, Edna makes him some tea whilst he pretends to look for somewhere to live,
Terry arrives at the Zoo to find Bob, he is stopped from entering as it is nearly closing time, Terry pays the man off to let him in; at the Vets, Nicola pays Robert to drop flyers for her cleaning service, the phone rings and she ignores it, Paddy walks in, it is him ringing the surgery phone, he tells her off; at the zoo Terry finally finds Bob, he is drinking, he apologises to Terry about ruining the wedding, Terry tells him that Viv is heartbroken, Bob says Viv is wasting her time as the marriage is over, Terry wants him to go home, Bob says her family is screwed up; in The Woolpack Nicola and Paddy talk about Nicola not working due to her cleaning company, Nicola promises to work harder; Jean and Dawn enter The Woolpack, Diane tells Jean she is stilled barred,
Outside The Woolpack, Diane tells Bob to come in for breakfast, Bob asks why she didn't tell him about Viv's cheating, Diane apologises, Bob thanks her for letting him stay; at the Hopes, Donna is making toast for Viv, she tells her to pull herself together and not give up on Bob, Viv wants to know if she is a nasty person, Donna says yes; at The Woolpack, Louise tells Bob not to take Viv back, Diane disagrees, Bob says he loves Viv but doesn't think he can forgive her, Jean arrives to see Bob, they go for a drink in the bar; at the Hopes shop, Charity asks where Viv is,
In the Main Street, Steph arrives back in a taxi, Rodney sees her and wonders what she is up to; at the Kirks, Emily shouts for Debbie to hurry up as she is going to the Dingles, Paddy asks if she is ok as it is Butch's anniversary, Marlon teases Debbie about school; Marlon pretends to be Cain to see if Paddy could stand up to Cain, Paddy shouts and grabs Marlon, Marlon is scared and agrees Paddy could stand up to Cain; at Tricia's Cottage, Steph tells Tricia and Alan that she is moving to France to live their, Tricia is upset;
Nicola shatters Steph's dreams - literally, while Eric sets his sight on becoming Employer of the Year, and Viv has a change of image.
Eric instigates a dastardly plan to prove that he is a model employer, Sam is disheartened at the loss of a personal friend, and Chris gets to know Debbie better, to Charity's fury.
Outside the Marsden's, Ronnie is leaving for work. Paul and Siobhan come to drop off some letters that were posted to their old address. Frances shows him the postman job that is being advertised in the local paper. Siobhan isn't impressed. In the shop, Viv mentions to Donna and Debbie that they are going to be late for school, they leave. Diane enters and Viv asks her if she thinks Bob might come back to her. Diane avoids the question and leaves. Jarvis enters and buys some tights. Edna enters and makes comment about him buying tights
Paddy and Emily walk up to their front door to meet Debbie. Paddy has an operation to do so he won't be going to Home Farm with them. Debbie mentions that it is Mother's Day and that she would like to buy some flowers and put them on Pat's grave. At the Marsden's, Paul enters with a bunch of flowers for Frances. Frances asks Paul if he would like to go to church with her. He agrees. Edna meets Len in the Main Street and she asks him if he found out about the tights.
In Hopes kitchen Viv and Donna have breakfast. Viv sees an advert in the paper for a course called "Heal your Life". She considers it is saying that it may help her get Bob back. At Smithy Cottage, Debbie is still raving about how she played tennis with Charity. Paddy sends her out to feed Little Cain, and when she's gone, he and Emily comment on how things seem to be working out with Charity and Debbie. At Annie's Cottage Andy, Jack, Robert and Katie all sing Happy Birthday to Victoria.
Terry tries to put the rubbish out but can't get the lid off the rubbish bin. Marlon comes out of his house and Dawn comes to find Terry. She enquires where Tricia is and Marlon says she went out at the crack of dawn. Marlon then admits that he glued the lid of the Terry's bin on as an April Fool joke. In the Main Street Tricia arrives back with a pregnancy test. Viv comes out of the shop and asks about Steph but Tricia hasn't seen her for a while. In The Woolpack Louise, Diane and Bob talk. Bob tries to get out of going to the self-help group but Diane insists he must go.
Bob sits in Connelton View, he talks to Terry and Dawn about Viv. Bob tells them he is going to book a limo and meet the driver who Viv slept with. In Hope's sitting room Viv shouts at Donna about the piercing. In Mill Cottage, Rodney tells Nicola that when Steph finally does come downstairs she will be out on her ear. In The Woolpack, Diane tells Louise that she wants to sort things out with Jack - she leaves to talk to him. In Connelton View, Bob books the limo and asks for Matti to drive it. Terry insists that he is going to go with Bob. In Annie's Cottage, Katie and Robert tell Jack to go for it with Diane. Jack isn't so sure.
Viv and Bob unite in their worry for Donna when she has a medical emergency. Meanwhile, Nicola and Rodney devise a plan to get rid of Steph.
Bob is unable to bring himself to return to his family, Edna pulls some strings to get Mack the roofing job, and Jack and Diane have their big date.
Times are tough for Mack and he feels he's carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders. Having burnt his bridges and fallen out with close friends, work has dried up in the village and he is financially strapped. But that doesn’t stop Alan from trying to reclaim the unpaid debts from the reluctant builder, leaving Mack in a financial dilemma and nowhere to turn. With a contract for work on the village hall roof up for grabs, Mack is despondent as he is convinced his lack of friends in the village won’t do him any favours in winning the bid.
Despite Edna’s efforts to boost Mack’s low morale, he has convinced himself that he has little chance of winning the contract for the village hall roof. Tossing aside her usual moral stance, Edna decides to take matters into her own hands and uses her position on the parish committee to give him in unfair advantage. Mack can’t believe his luck when he realises Edna has given him a head start on his competitors and, smug in the knowledge his bid can’t be beaten, he hands in his quote.
Paddy is keen to take an anxious Emily out for a meal, hoping to take her mind off the increasingly tense situation with Debbie. When Debbie suggests they ask Charity to baby-sit, however, Emily can’t help but feel jealous but knows she is in no position to object. Debbie is elated when Charity agrees to come over for the evening - bringing along Chris who is warming to the idea of family life. But how will Emily react after returning from her evening out to discover the cosy Tate family scene in her own living room?
Ali's party exceeds everyone's expectations - especially his parents', Cain comes to Debbie's rescue when her party plans lead her into danger and Danny's altruistic deed infuriates Nicola.
Although Emily is relieved that Debbie is returned safely from her ordeal, she is furious that she sneaked out to the party in the first place. Emily points out that if she hadn’t been rescued when she was, anything could have happened. Worried that Debbie is out of control, she grounds her for her stupidity. Concerned about the events of the night before, Charity calls round to see Debbie. But with tensions high she and Emily are soon at loggerheads as to the punishment that should be doled out to Debbie. Paddy is confused by Emily's harsh actions, questioning whether she grounded Debbie deliberately to stop her seeing Charity.
Emily stands firm by her decision that Debbie would be better off with another care family. Sure that she has let Debbie down and unable to withstand the pressure of competing with Charity for her affection - giving her up seems the only option. But Emily still dreads her reaction when she tells her the heartfelt truth about her future - convinced her departure will ultimately lead Charity to loose interest as well. Meanwhile, Debbie is upbeat telling Paddy and Emily how much she enjoys spending time with her real mother.
Bad news travels fast in Emmerdale and it doesn’t take long for Debbie’s departure to reach Charity at Home Farm. She berates Emily for her action demanding to know why she let Debbie go back to a care home. Emily is distraught as she admits the situation became unbearable and care was the only option. Although Charity has never wanted to play happy families, she is furious that the decision has been made without her consent and sets about taking the issue up with social services. After a bitter row with Paddy and Emily, Charity has some life changing decisions to make - will she allow Debbie to be taken away or decide she has some maternal feelings to offer after all?
It's pay-day for Mack as the cheque for the funds for the village hall roof has cleared and he intends to finally get his hands on the money – all £8,000 of it! Viv jokes that he’ll have to watch his back and make sure he doesn’t get mugged before he buys the materials - but he has a better use for the money in mind. Syd is confused by Mack's almost nostalgic manner towards him, but brushes it off as a patronising comment.
Edna is devastated to learn that Mack has done a runner after playing her for a fool! She is forced to admit to herself that, despite her benevolence toward him - she always feared he was capable of this. As word starts to spread of his disappearing, people start to ask questions – but Edna still can’t bring herself to face the truth after becoming so attached to her friend and lodger. It isn’t long before the police arrive, intent of gathering evidence, but Edna is still in denial and refuses to say a bad word against Mack.
Football fever is set to take Emmerdale by storm as the residents decide to compete in a village tournament. But the friendly competition soon turns sour as they scramble to assemble the best possible teams. With good sportsmen in short supply, though, The Woolpack and Marsden teams grapple to ensure they secure the best players. Ronnie is keen to do a last minute bit of training and goes for a jog around the village. But when he hears a familiar voice behind him he stops in his tracks and turns round. Face to face, Louise and Ronnie share some flirtatious banter over the football competition before she warns him she likes to play dirty – a twinkle in his eyes tells her he is keen to know more!
Competition is fierce at the charity footy tournament as the teams eagerly limber up on the lawn. But certain team members are banking on scoring off the pitch as well as on. The heat's on with the crunch game set between the Marsdens and The Woolpack but when Louise takes a tumble Ronnie seems a bit too eager in offering a helping hand to the rival team member. Meanwhile, wife Frances is getting into the spirit of things on the sidelines with Diane, who's bought along some booze. In the last minute of the game, and with an equal score line,
The Bollywood film crew set up in the village, much to the amusement of the residents. Inspired by the glamour, Tricia sets about finding a way to muscle on to the set. So while hubby Marlon is failing to impress at his job interview, Tricia manages to get invited to audition as an extra in the film. Elsewhere, Edna is still beating herself up about Mack taking the village hall money, despite Ashley insisting that she acted like a good Christian by taking Mack in when all others had rejected him. Danny is driving Ollie up the wall as she tries to concentrate on finishing off her important homework.
Louise finds herself in a sticky situation at the Marsden's while running an errand for Diane. Uncomfortable at interrupting a cosy marital scene Louise is quick to make her excuse to leave. Having had his offer of a lift back to The Woolpack declined by a nervous Louise, Ronnie catches her up in the car to offer his services once again. The reality of the situation brings Louise back down to earth with a bump when they both arrive back at the pub to find Frances waiting at the bar.
Tricia and Dawn can’t believe their luck after getting parts as milkmaids in the Bollywood film. But the novelty soon wears off as the scene is repeatedly filmed over and over again. To make matters worse, Tricia grows frustrated to learn the lead lady hasn’t turned up for filming, which can only mean more hanging around. But when the director sees Tricia he decides that she's ideal for the dream bride. Star struck Tricia quickly steps into the breach also agreeing to travel to India for six months with the film crew.
It's Tricia’s big day on the film set playing the lead role as bride, but Marlon is still unaware that his wife has agreed to jet off to India for six months. Marlon proudly looks on as a stunning Tricia plays her part and is pampered by the film crew. But when Dawn realises he still doesn’t know the truth she takes Tricia aside to talk some sense into her. ealising she can’t put it off any longer Tricia decides to confront Marlon however he flatly refuses to even entertain the idea, telling his wife that it just isn’t going to happen.
The Bollywood film crew prepares to leave Emmerdale to complete the rest of their film in India, but Tricia and Marlon are hardly speaking. Marlon has taken the news of his wife's departure badly and can’t believe she would leave him again so soon after their wedding. But starry-eyed Tricia has her heart set on following her dreams and had made up her mind to go - she only wishes Marlon would give her his blessing. However, level-headed Marlon has his feet firmly on the ground until Diane makes a suggestion that sends everything into a spin.
Dawn has been feeling under the weather, giving Terry the perfect opportunity to take an eager break from his fitness regime and visit his friends in the pub. But a heart to heart with Louise has a surprising outcome as she reveals the she is seeing a married man. Terry is taken aback when he realises the severity of the situation, questioning whether she is in her right mind. But as he dwells on her revelation he can’t help feeling slightly disjointed about her blasé approach to the relationship, so soon after rejecting him.
Unnerved by Dawn's revelation that she might be pregnant, Terry is keen for her to take a test to find out for sure. Dawn confides in Siobhan she would made up at the thought of having a baby, but she begins to doubt Terry, as has remained very quiet about the subject. Little does Dawn know, Terry is preoccupied with finding out the identity of Louise’s new flame. Desperate to find out more, he plagues Diane for a name. Although Diane has huge issues with Louise's affair she remains loyal to her friend and will not be drawn on his identity, leaving Terry frustrated.
After all the commotion over their wedding, Terry is afraid to tell Bob about Dawn’s pregnancy. He is relieved when Dawn offers to break the news for him. Dreading another outburst, Dawn tentatively plucks up the courage to approach Bob about the baby. Prepared for the worst, she is shocked by his reaction. Nosy Nicola can't help earwigging the baby news and later tells Viv she would make a perfect grandmother. But Viv gets the wrong end of the stick, thinking Scott must have got Chloe pregnant and sets about giving him an ear bashing.
Having befriended Frances, Diane struggles to understand Louise’s selfishness, as she remains unconcerned for the trouble her affair may cause. Meanwhile, Louise is jealous of her friend’s growing bond with Frances but is determined not to back down over Ronnie. Diane sets about changing Louise’s perspective – if she can only make her see who the real victim is, then maybe she’d leave the Marsdens’ alone. While Bob is overjoyed at the prospect of being a grandparent, Viv however is not so sure as the villagers tease her with granny jokes!
Temperatures are soaring again for Ronnie and Louise. Despite spending time with Frances, Louise still has no intention of ending the affair. Ronnie is shocked that Louise has been spending time with his wife, but shows little sign of guilt. At the meet at The Woolpack they are conscious of being spotted, so Louise takes Ronnie somewhere more intimate. But their intimacy doesn’t last long, when Diane catches them in an uncompromising position in the pub cellar!
The frosty atmosphere in The Woolpack is too much for Diane as she decides to have it out with Louise over her affair with Ronnie. However, Diane's stern words seem to go in one ear and out the other for Louise, as instead of cooling the relationship, she makes arrangements to see Ronnie later that day. Much to Dawn’s relief, Terry is bubbling with excitement, as they go to the hospital for the first baby scan. Proud to be an expectant father he can’t wait to take the image to the pub to show all his pals.
Sensing her unhappiness, Emily is concerned about Debbie living up at Home Farm. To make matters worse Cain is intent on adding fuel to the fire by filling Debbie's head with cruel ideas about Charity, escalating her insecurities. Incensed by his words, Debbie decides to confront her mother and ask if she is really welcome or just an inconvenience, as Cain described. Charity can’t believe her ears when a distraught Debbie tells her she has packed her bags and is leaving Home Farm.
Chris’s new philosophy on Debbie has left both Charity and Zoe bemused. But they both agree adoption would be the perfect option, to give her a proper place within the Tate home. Alone, Zoe takes Charity aside and questions whether she is going to tell Chris who the real father is, but her request falls on deaf ears. Meanwhile, Chris is convinced that her real father is dead, and Charity can’t bring herself to drop another bombshell by exposing a further skeleton from her closet. At the Dingles, Shadrach insists he stay for dinner much to the annoyance of Cain, as they don’t see eye to eye.
Charity is well aware it won’t take long before her secret is out - her financial offer to Shadrach will have only bought her some time. Zoe reinforces her fears and insists that she come clean to Chris, before he finds out from others. Charity braces herself as she knows what she must do. Meanwhile, Chris is bonding with Debbie. Having her around has brought him and Charity together and he has grown very fond of having her around. At Home Farm, Chris sees Debbie feeding the horses, touched by how well she has fitted in, he offers to buy her a pony and riding lessons.
Chris is furious with Charity, every time she regains his trust another bombshell drops. But the revelation that Cain is Debbie's father is the final nail in the coffin, he can’t believe the lies and deceit he has been subjected to. Having begun the adoption arrangements, Chris now has other things on his mind. Desperate to salvage what is left of his family and distance himself from the Dingles he wonders how much money it will take to pay Cain off. At the Dingles, Cain is confused, but intrigued as to why he has been invited to Home Farm. But his curiosity gets the better of him and he agrees to go.
The Tate household is coming under increasing pressure as the news that Cain is Debbie’s father continues to drive a wedge between Charity and Chris. Chris is furious that he always seems to be the last person to be told anything – particularly where Charity is concerned. Zoe tries to reassure him that she had good reason for keeping the dark secret from him, but Chris isn’t so sure.
As Diane prepares for a girl's night out with Frances, Louise can’t help but feel pangs of jealousy – not least because she can’t get to see Ronnie because she is stuck at work. But Ronnie has plans of his own to meet up with Louise – even if it means lying to his wife as to where he will be that evening. After telling Frances that he is going to The Malt Shovel pub for a pint, he instead makes a beeline for The Woolpack, intent on catching up with his favourite landlady.
Trouble is brewing at The Woolpack and Louise is about to find herself public enemy number one! Frances has worked out that the landlady is the reason for Ronnie’s frequent visits to the pub and, given his track record, it doesn’t take much for her to realise that Louise is serving up more than just a pint to her husband. Louise is surprised when Frances arrives at The Woolpack instead of attending church and assumes she is there to see Diane. But Frances quickly lets Louise know that she isn’t there to see Diane and knows all about her sordid affair with Ronnie.
As Frances tries to carry on business as usual after discovering Ronnie’s affair, Paul can’t help but notice that something is amiss with his mum. Desperate not to force her problems on to the rest of her family, however, Frances confirms that they have had a row, but nothing serious. Instead she saves her true feelings for Diane and rips into her for her deceit at keeping the affair secret from her. Diane is angry with herself for how she handled the situation and finds herself feeling sorry for Frances having to suffer Ronnie’s straying.
Lisa starts to realise that she has taken too much on trying to get the Japanese order finished on time. It is taking its toll on the workers, and it is only a matter of time before the whole order is cancelled. With her back against the wall, Lisa hits on a way out and decides to order ornaments from elsewhere to complement Eric's batch. Sam, meanwhile, is surprised to find himself warming to Tomiko. After trying to offload her by giving her the job of mucking out the pigs. He is suddenly taken by her approach to the job and her happy-go-lucky attitude to life.
Lisa starts to worry that Sam is heading for a broken heart as he is seemingly growing more and more fond of the visiting Tomiko. But that’s nothing compared to the worry she faces when she and the workers at Pollard’s Factory start to unpack the extra ornaments that have been delivered to finish the order. Much to Lisa’s horror, all of the ornaments are labelled “Made in Japan” and the clock is ticking before Mr Tashiro’s return. She demands that the workers knuckle down to re-label the entire stock or the order will be a washout.
It breaks Sam’s heart to hear that his newfound friend Tomiko is about to leave the county just as he's found love. To make matters worse, her father ruins Sam's plans for them to spend their last day together in Emmerdale by insisting she spends the day with him. After a bit of advice from Jarvis, Sam plucks up the courage to stand up to her father – with disastrous results for Eric, who is desperate to clinch a deal with the Japanese. But Sam's attempts don’t go in vain and his persistence finally pays off.
Robert is still reeling from Andy’s outburst and realises that his own brother may well be homophobic. Andy is defensive insisting he only joined in their taunts to shut them up – but Robert is not so sure, worried there‘s a deeper issue. When Donna gets wind of their gossip about Stephen’s sexuality it all seems to fall into place. She is convinced it is the reason why he wouldn’t sleep with her. To make matters worse, Donna decides to confront him over the rumours - determined to repair her bruised ego at Stephen's expense.
Debbie is determined to spend the day with Cain and Charity knows she has no right to stop her. However Charity is convinced that Cain will soon get bored of Debbie hanging round and quickly send her packing for cramping his style. Cain has different plans, though, and is intent on proving them wrong by surprising those close to him with his new paternal outlook – even if his motive may not be true. But he soon reverts to type and leaves Debbie high and dry under the watchful eye of Sam as he heads for a liquid lunch!
Lisa tries to talk some sense into Cain over Debbie, but he refuses to listen, hoping if he ignores the situation, it will go away. But Debbie will not be dissuaded, she bunks off school and follows an unimpressed Cain on a poaching trip. As she follows him through the woods, Debbie grows tired and asks Cain to slow down. Keen to lose her, he insists on ploughing on - leaving Debbie alone in the woods. Exhausted Debbie is convinced her father will come back for her, but as time goes on, Cain is nowhere to be seen.
Andy ups sticks in order to save his relationship, Charity is concerned at Debbie and Cain's growing closeness, and the pub is a war zone as hostilities between Louise and Diane continue.
Jack is not pleased when Andy leaves home, while Debbie brings Cain to Home Farm, and Bob and Marlon conspire to fix Diane and Louise's relationship.
Laurel feels ready to spread her wings, and Andy risks landing himself in trouble with Chris.
Nicola plans to bring Laurel back to the cleaning business - by any means necessary, Jack is under pressure to evict Andy and Katie from Butlers Farm and Bob lets his plans for the Woolpack go to his head.
Bob's time in charge of the Woolpack goes from one disaster to another, while Nicola enjoys being in control again as Laurel laments about her failure, and Cain and Debbie incur Charity's wrath.
There is tension in the Tate household as the fallout from the previous evening's rumble still reverberates, with Charity furious at Chris for going to the function without her and Debbie. Chris has other concerns on his mind, though, and can’t get over the trouble Cain is causing his family just as he thought everything was working out for the best. To make matters worse, the idea that Charity once loved Cain is driving him insane with jealousy and he continues to struggle to deal with the divide it is causing between him and his wife!
Cain and Charity come to blows over Debbie, while Ollie feels the pressure of exams and busies herself with revision - neglecting Danny in the process.
Charity and Cain momentarily put their troubles behind them to search for Debbie after she witnessed their fight. But when they finally track her down Debbie says she wishes they were dead! Chris has similar thoughts for Cain when he spots the swelling on Charity's face after her confrontation with him. Charity tries to explain it away but Chris soon sees through her lies and declares that the police should be brought in immediately. Charity is uneasy as she wants the best for Debbie, but she also knows that the right thing to do isn’t always the easiest. She heeds her husband's advice and Cain is soon under arrest for assault.
After another sleepless night, thanks to Marlon’s insomnia, Emily and Paddy decide that he's overstayed his welcome so make the suggestion he move into the Dingles where he obviously feels more secure. Marlon thinks that they may have a point and that the only reason that he had a decent night's sleep at the Dingles was because it was a family house.
Chris starts to wonder what Charity really wants from their relationship after discovering that she has dropped the charges against Cain. He opens his heart to Terry and admits that he struggles to understand why Charity acts like she does. Such is his hate for Cain, he even admits that he would do anything to see the back of him and only the threat of prison is stopping him.
Shadrach is stunned when he discovers that Marlon has taken it upon himself to permanently rid the Dingle home of his foul trainers and burn them in the yard without his knowledge! But he isn’t about to take it lying down and Lisa forces Marlon to dig deep and cough up way over the odds for a new pair. Shadrach decides to head off to The Woolpack, shoeless, for a free meal and several pints but he finds himself in a predicament after choking on some crisps. It's Marlon who is forced to save the day with an abdominal thrust.
Katie and Andy talk about leaving Butlers Farm: they assure each other they'll find somewhere. Scott and Chloe tease Syd over a phone call from Yolanda. Shadrach comes downstairs with pains in his ribs. Marlon accuses Shadrach of putting on an act - Lisa quickly has enough. Paul goes to deliver the mail to Wishing Well Cottage but gets a fright when Alfie comes up and barks at him. Viv is rushed off her feet in the shop. Betty, Len, Jarvis and Ashley worry about Edna who has barricaded herself in her home after being humiliated by Mack.
Jack is fuming when Andy and Katie manage to put off potential new tenants to Butler's Farm, by exercising their squatting rights. Unfazed by his father's disappointment, Andy has bigger fish to fry as he and Katie rehearse for his meeting with Chris about becoming official tenants and managing the farm on their own. Later at Home Farm, Chris has been preparing for their meeting too and has decided to make Andy an uncharacteristic offer.
Katie is thrilled with the fact that that she and Andy now run Butlers Farm, but Andy feels Jack is just waiting for them to mess up. Diane tries to show Jack that he's doing the right thing. Shadrach teases Marlon and pushes him so far he snaps and unleashes at Shadrach before threatening him with his iron. Scott teases Syd and gets a smack from Chloe when he makes a disgusting joke about Yolanda. Zoe tells Cally that she feels that Cally has reacted differently towards her after discovering her condition.
The novelty of having a lap dancing girlfriend has certainly worn off quickly for Syd, as Yolanda makes herself at home, oblivious to Scott and Chloe who all live under the same roof. However, Scott takes great pleasure in Syd's discomfort as the dancer wont take no for an answer providing a permanent floor-show. Meanwhile, Chloe can’t help feeling a little bit jealous as she feels neglected. Scott seems to be more interested in Yolanda's antics than her. After making an embarrassing entrance into The Woolpack,
After a sleepless night, Terry and Dawn make their way to the doctor's surgery. The thought that pregnant Dawn may have contracted rubella is weighing heavily on their minds as they wait in silence. At the surgery, the atmosphere is tense as the doctor calls them in for a test that could determine the health of their unborn child. The idea that their child could be born deaf is terrifying, as they anxiously await the results. Will their worst fears come true or will Dawn be in the clear?
It is the morning after the night before, and exhausted Dawn and Terry are devastated. The test result confirmed their worst nightmare - that Dawn has contracted rubella. Speechless, they find it difficult to console each other – both are shell-shocked that their child may be born deaf. After their heartfelt discussion the day before, there is an unusual tension between Chloe and Syd. Chloe is desperate to get a reaction out Syd and asks him suggestively what he thinks of her outfit for the christening.
Unable to talk freely about the future of their baby, Terry tiptoes round Dawn not knowing what to say. His continuous fussing irritates her and she vents her frustration on him. Trying desperately to support Dawn, Terry tells her he will stand by her no matter what she decides to do. Dawn's crushed at being expected to make a decision all by herself and is secretly alarmed, fearing that Terry would prefer an abortion. Chloe is determined not to be given the brush-off by Syd.
Dawn has taken the news that she has contracted rubella extremely badly. The possibility of her child being born with a disability is weighing heavily on her mind. Meanwhile, Terry is also struggling to come to terms with the news. Dawn is devastated as he has clammed up emotionally and is making himself scarce. Taking Terry's evasive behaviour to heart, a depressed and lonely Dawn is forced to contemplate taking drastic action.
After a sleepless night, Zoe is exhausted as she tends to baby Jean, who has been crying all night. Oblivious to the previous night's events, Zoe has no idea that something is drastically wrong. In a panic Chloe tries to cover up the accident, scared that Zoe will sack her for negligence if she comes clean. Having ignored Syd’s instructions to take Jean to hospital, Chloe tries to convince herself that Jean is OK and that her mistake will go unnoticed.
Danny is concerned as Ollie has been acting out of sorts over the last couple of months. He had initially put it down to exam stress but he now fears there is more to it than meets the eye. Unable to understand her violent mood swings, his suspicions are heightened by her defensive manner when he asks her if she has been taking drugs. Danny is right to be suspicious,
Still very concerned about Ollie, Danny decides to find out once and for all whether drugs are responsible for her violent mood swings. Home alone, he decides to go through her stuff to see if he can find any evidence of drug abuse. He is gutted when his worst fears are confirmed and he discovers a substance in Ollie's bag just as Len walks in to the room. Will he cover for Ollie, or will Len think the drugs are his?
Ollie is still struggling to deal with the pressure from her exams, but her methods of alleviating stress are giving Danny cause for concern, as he struggles with the realisation that she is taking drugs. To make matters worse, Len has noticed her odd behaviour and is starting to ask questions. Worried about her health, Danny decides to come clean about Ollie's addiction. While Ollie is still scoring drugs to get through her final exams, Len and Danny get a plan of action together to combat her addiction. But how will Ollie react to their plotting?
Jack and Andy put their differences aside as they wait anxiously at Victoria's bedside. Meanwhile, Louise is greatly embarrassed following last night's party, and Betty is on the warpath.
Jack and Ronnie come to blows in the Woolpack, Laurel gives Sam food for thought about his egg empire's logistics, while Ollie begins her job at the vet's.
Determined to overcome their problems and face facts about the baby's health, Terry and Dawn come back from Spain headstrong. Bob is thrilled to see his daughter ready to face the world. He offers her unconditional support, hoping to make up for his absence during her upbringing. Meanwhile, Louise is feeling desperately lonely so is also relieved to witness Terry’s arrival. Catching up with her old buddy in The Woolpack, Louise ends up confessing all to Terry about her affair with Ronnie.
Louise reveals the truth about Ray's death to Diane, but does she get the support she was hoping for? Meanwhile, competition hots up for Nicola , and Marlon and Paddy rediscover their Dingle heritage, with some help from Sam.
Terry is surprised when Diane turns up at Home Farm and asks for him. She gets straight to the point and confronts him about Ray’s death, leaving Terry shocked that Louise had confessed. Terry fears irate Diane will go straight to the police and blow their cover, but admits that he only got involved to try and get closer to Louise. Later in The Woolpack, Louise is still struggling to deal with Diane's reaction to her revelation. Expecting support, Louise is upset that Diane has turned her back on her. But Louise will not be swayed by Diane's advice to steer clear of Terry.
Chris suggests that he and Charity forget where they left off for once and start the day on a positive note. Charity is suspicious of Chris's turn around, but Chris admits he was over-acting yesterday. Meanwhile, Debbie visits Cain to tell him about the day trip she's planned for him, her and Charity. After some persuasion, Cain agrees to the day out. Later, Chris surprises Debbie and Charity with a trip to Eurodisney – on the exact day of Cain and Charity's trip with Debbie.
Syd is finding Scott and Chloe’s smooching a bit too stomach churning. Later, Chloe begins talking about baby Jean, and Scott misinterprets this as broodiness. But, it seems, Chloe is not thinking about motherhood yet. Rodney enlists the help of Diane to prepare a surprise 50th birthday party for Steph. He finds Steph in a surprisingly light mood considering her reflective frame of mind yesterday. Interested by Nicola’s comments about Rodney's fortunes, Steph does some fishing of her own to try and find out how much Rodney is really worth. It's still a bit tense between Chris and Charity.
Nicola tries hard to humour the newly engaged Steph and Rodney at breakfast, but even Rodney doesn’t sound confident he knows what he's got himself into. Later, Alan pulls Steph aside for a quick chat. He asks Steph why she's suddenly taken an interest in Rodney – he's worried that the marriage is a quick fix solution to Steph's mid-life doubts. She doesn’t entirely convince him otherwise. In The Woolpack, Rodney announces an engagement party in Mill Cottage tonight, and everyone's invited.
Steph takes a peek through Rodney’s bank statements and finds the confirmation she dreaded – Rodney is not the rich man about town she took him for. Meanwhile, Rodney shows Nicola the modest engagement ring he's bought. He catches Steph at lunchtime and proposes – but Steph's already getting cold feet! She tells Rodney they should wait a while and not rush into things. Rodney soon realises that Steph was only interested in his money.
Charity, Cain and Debbie arrive at their day trip destination – Almscliffe Crag. Cain begins strolling down memory lane, explaining to Debbie that this place has significance for him and Charity. It's the very spot Debbie was conceived, but the whole situation makes Charity uncomfortable. The mood lightens, however, when Debbie initiates a mud fight that covers all three of them in dirt. Is that a smile creeping onto Charity's face? It soon fades, though, when they try to leave and Cain can’t find the car keys
Terry arrives at the hotel to pick up Charity and Debbie, but is surprised to see Cain has also stayed over. Charity arrives home to see Chris – she lies about last night, telling him that Cain did not stay in the hotel with her and Debbie. Later, Chris grills Debbie about the previous night, but she doesn’t crack and tell the truth – she's too similar to her parents to be caught out so easily. But it's Terry who let's the cat out of the bag, confirming Chris's worse fears. Chris erupts at Charity, accusing her of cheating, but it's Charity who leaves, disgusted that Chris doesn’t trust her.
Shelley’s Salon merchandise and equipment arrives, much to Alan’s annoyance. He demands it be taken back, but as soon as he's gone, Steph tells the delivery man to take it round the back of The Woolpack. Thinking that the girls have returned they’re purchases, Alan feels slightly guilty and gives them one hundred pounds to go towards their business. Steph, unsurprisingly, thinks this is no more than an insult.
Locked in a cell together and with no distractions at all, Diane has the best opportunity yet to tell Louise what she's been going through all week. Diane breaks down telling Louise she can’t cope, and that she needs someone to talk to. Diane accuses Louise of being reckless and bringing on all of her problems herself. Although Diane feels sorry for Louise, she says she doesn’t know if she likes her any more, hurting Louise deeply.
Steph and Shelley hatch a plan to set up a nail bar in the B&B. They set about spreading the word throughout The Woolpack, and Laurel and Diane are among the first to make appointments. They manage to persuade Bob to come along too. Alan almost can’t believe his eyes when he returns from Hotten to find a nail bar. He tells Steph that she is taking advantage – she retorts that at least now she is living up to her father's expectations.
Zoe has suffered a tense night at hospital after Jean’s emergency operation. Watching over her baby on a ventilator she confides in Chris that she's being punished for initially giving Jean away. Meanwhile, Scott and Chloe are both worried sick about the baby's health, but as they head off to hospital Syd warns Scott to keep his paternal concerns under wraps. Zoe gets word from the doctor that her daughter is on the road to recovery having responded well to the treatment. But Zoe's relieve comes to an abrupt end when she learns of an undetected earlier injury to her baby which must have occurred in the past few weeks.
Although baby Tate is off the ventilator her family are in turmoil over the shocking revelations that Jean may have been abused. The hospital social worker begins her investigation with Zoe, who is initially un-cooperative, still in denial that they could suspect her of hurting her child. After Chloe once again pointedly denies knowledge of any earlier accident, the social worker can’t rule out the possibility that Zoe's schizophrenia could be to blame. The other residents of Home Farm don’t escape interrogation from social services. Chris is quick to point the finger of blame at young Debbie - she is a blood Dingle after all.
A distraught Zoe confides in nanny, Chloe, over the Tate solicitor's confirmation that social services could place the baby into a temporary care home, based on the current facts of the investigation. Chloe fights with her conscience as Zoe begs her to rack her brains for any incident that could explain the injuries to Jean. As Chloe begins to crack under the pressure, Zoe's mobile phone rings, distracting her from learning the important truth. Meanwhile, having been given his marching orders from best mate Syd,
Zoe is confronted with the face of Jean’s father, but she has no recollection of the conception. Chris is taking no prisoners and, convinced that Scott is a rapist, he's after blood. Scott tries to explain the true events but the situation in the hospital becomes unbearable for Zoe as she begs her brother to take her home. Back at Home Farm, Chris tries to persuade Zoe to call the police, seeking revenge for all the agony his sister has endured over the pregnancy. However Zoe doesn’t want to jump the gun before hearing what Scott has to say.
The police arrive at Home Farm to discuss the Tate’s allegations against Scott, and Chris does his best to discredit Scott by filling them in on the darker side to his past. However, after tracking down the man in question to get a statement they decide that there is no case to answer. Having already dealt with the cops Zoe turns her attentions to a visit from social services, the outcome of which leaves her in trepidation of a subsequent child protection meeting
The revelations of the past few days have left Chloe jobless, without a boyfriend and alienated so she decides to pay Zoe a visit to try to mend one of her bridges. The ex-nanny receives a frosty welcome as she launches into her apology to Zoe closely followed by a plea to refrain from mentioning the child neglect incident in any future job references. A shocked Zoe delivers a sobering speech, emphasising that she’ll do everything in her power to stop Chloe from ever working with children again.
Scott attempts to confront Chris over his unlawful eviction but the prospect of engaging in a retracted court case fighting the Tate's top class lawyers leaves Scott with a feeling of trepidation. When Scott tries to explain that he is innocent of rape Chris gets violent, throwing objects from his desk at the unwelcome guest. While the villagers gossip and pass judgement on the latest goings on, Chris continues his revenge campaign against Scott by commissioning some artwork across the garage doors.
The bad atmosphere between Charity and Chris, that has been progressively worse, mars the happy occasion of Jean’s homecoming. The situation deteriorates when a row erupts over the circumstances of Debbie leaving. While Chris embraces the fact they are alone again, Charity is suffering over her daughter's decision to leave Home Farm because of Chris. Fed up, Charity escapes to the Dingles to join them for the evening and by the time Cain returns home from The Woolpack, Charity is quite sozzled on Sam’s homebrew.
Emily is worried about Debbie’s move to the Dingle resident but is reassured when Lisa explains that Charity was not the reason. Instead she puts her mind to helping Sam grasp the high way code, using his eggs as teaching tools! Robert and Katie’s plan to get Jack onto the shearing job goes swimmingly. With Jack teaching his son some tricks of the trade it seems that their relationship is back on track after the troubles of late. Later, a BBQ at Butler's Farm causes embarrassment for Laurel after she gets the wrong end of the stick about the new shearer.
Terry advises Chris to start trusting Charity or he could make himself ill for worrying. But Chris has tunnel vision despite Terry’s assurances that it's only Cain trying to make him jealous. After dealing with his boss Terry looks for refuge in The Woolpack but is soon confronted by an angry Viv, who gives him grief over his lack of support for Scott. When Robert interrupts with news of a fire at the garage the villagers rush outside to watch the drama unfold.
It's the aftermath of the garage fire with both Terry and Scott on the warpath. When Terry bumps into Charity he's quick to let slip that the arson was on Chris’s orders. Charity is further stunned to learn that Terry stalked her and that Chris is in the process of arranging for Cain to be beaten to a pulp. Confronting Chris over his dastardly plans Charity is sickened to hear that Cain shouldn’t be able to walk again after the thugs have finished with him. Unable to locate Cain and Debbie anywhere Charity fears for their lives.
After yesterday Charity decides to try a different tactic to persuade Chris to call off the deal to beat Cain up. Fuelled by her guilty conscience she declares her love for Chris, assuring him that her concern is for Debbie, not Cain. He agrees to stop the thugs, but later reveals to Terry that it's only until he gets solid evidence that Charity and Cain are sleeping with each other. When Charity goes to pick Debbie up she takes advantage of a private moment alone with Cain to tell him that Chris has called off the assailants.
Shadrach’s been hijacking Paul the postman daily to filter out Zak’s letters home. However his master plan to win Lisa’s heart goes horribly wrong when he forges a letter in Zak's name. The strategically placed letter, declaring that Zak has found another family in Chile, is found by an excited Sam who rips it open eagerly. When he reads the contents he furiously chucks it in the pigpen leaving Lisa to forage amongst the hogs to find it! As she reads a section of the mauled letter her suspicions are immediately aroused by the dodgy handwriting and inability to spell
The Dingles action their plan to punish Shadrach for his deception. Intercepting another letter from Zak, Shadrach is horrified to learn that his brother plans to return to the village any day. Unaware that the letter is a forgery he is spooked by the threats that he's after Shadrach's blood for trying it on with Lisa. Taking the bait he packs his bags, but as he leaves Marlon appears excitedly announcing that Zak is back and wants to see him.
Elaine is suspicious when Robert runs out of petrol during her driving lesson. She rebuffs his flirtations as they abandon the car by the roadside, proceeding on foot back to the village. Meanwhile, Ronnie is driving his wagon and comes across Robert's broken down car, but thinks nothing of it presuming Elaine is at work. Feeling guilty for not giving his daughter driving lessons, Ronnie calls by at the factory to take her out. But when Eric admits she hasn’t shown up, he finally tracks her down and is furious to see she is with Robert.
The pensioners are keen to continue the summer frivolities at a picnic in the pavilion. After a complement from Len on her appearance, Pearl’s convinced that she's the object of his desires. Meanwhile, Len finally admits to Jarvis that it's Edna he really wants as a companion. Taking the initiative Jarvis decides to test the water during a little chat with Edna. It's clear that she's privately jealous of Pearl's success with attracting Len's attention - food for thought for Len.
Having missed the opportunity to open his heart to Edna the previous day, a demoralised Len has been up all night trying to occupy his mind by building an old-fashioned racing cart. Deflated by the set back he resolves to spend the rest of his life alone. But Jarvis isn't standing for the apathetic attitude so challenges his friend to renew his youthfulness by partaking in a wagon race. Edna and Betty look on in amazement as the pensioners’ zoom through the village on their carts, crashing into the ford.
Shelley and Rodney both have a spring in their step today, having enjoyed a nightcap following their champagne celebration. Danny’s particularly pleased that his boss has finally got some distraction from work. On the other hand, Steph is not so supportive, accusing Shelley of accepting her cast offs. Alan takes a turn for the worse after Steph refuses to help Shelley carry some hairdressing kit to Betty’s place. Alan is left to share the burden but has heart pains and is taken off in an ambulance.
Alan returns from hospital having been diagnosed with over exertion. After the bombshell that she has been cut out of her father's will, Steph decides to put on the compassionate daughter act. Over a nice cup of tea, Steph suggests that it would be sensible for Alan to get his affairs in order. But her plan backfires when Alan reconfirms that she's not a beneficiary of his will and that everything is being left to Tricia. Having seen a large sum of money previously given to his daughter squandered, Alan still feels that Steph hasn’t learned the value of money.
Laurel’s on tenterhooks as the competition replies arrive on people’s doorsteps. Having used the villager’s names in the hope of winning a luxury cruise Laurel’s sure luck is just around the corner. Little does she know that Viv has actually won first prize, and has no intention of letting on or handing it over to Laurel. Along with the winner’s letter comes Viv’s replacement eternity ring, which looks nothing like the lost original. Steph gets more than she bargains for after promising her dad that she’s willing to do any job that crops up.
Laurel’s hopes of cruising the Caribbean sea with Sam are dashed when she hears the local radio advertise that the competition winner is due to be announced live on air that evening. Certain that she would have heard something by now she resigns herself to a normal day in the village. Meanwhile, Donna’s pleas for her mum to consider the ethical side of the situation fail miserably, as Viv has her heart firmly set on taking the prize, even if it means having to lie to Bob.
The feud over the competition prize recipient finally reaches a resolve after Bob refuses to join Viv on the cruise unless she first makes things right with the winning slogan writer, Laurel. A showdown commences when Betty and Nicola persuade Laurel to stand up to Viv with a compromise being reached – Viv gets the cruise and a beaming Laurel prepares to be the new face of Shift toilet-cleaner. Donna is not impressed that her mum has insisted that she join them on the cruise.
Scott’s hot date with Yolanda goes off with a bang when he decides to show her off in The Woolpack. As they smooch at the bar a jealous Chloe retaliates by exaggerating her affections towards Syd. The tension rises and a row erupts between Yolanda and Chloe as each one insults the other in front of a captivated pub audience. But before the argument turns physical Scott leads Yolanda back to his place and it's not long before she embraces him passionately, ripping off her shirt.
Scott vehemently protests his innocence, Chris and Charity have another row after she causes an important client to cancel their contract, and it's results day for the teens.
Scott is let out on bail and immediately starts throwing accusations in Zoe's direction, while Chris imparts a big secret to Terry.
Chris goes in for his CT scan and is unnerved by the results, Charity heads straight into Cain's arms, and Scott confronts Yolanda at the lap dancing club.
Chris recovers from his biopsy, Scott drowns his sorrows, Sam prepares for his written driving test and Cain hits a nerve with Charity.
Zoe seeks answers from Yolanda and is left shocked by the dancer's aloof attitude, Terry tries to convince Chris to tell Charity about his illness and Scott is forced to close the garage.
Chris discharges himself and returns home, but finds himself put through the third degree by Zoe, who issues ultimatums to both Yolanda and Scott. Meanwhile, Katie has happy news for Andy.
Chris' world falls apart as he receives the results of his biopsy, and a nervous Scott receives a call from the police over the rape allegations.
Chris is highly suspicious as to Charity’s whereabouts the previous evening. She claims to have been out clubbing with Louise but disbelieving Chris heads to The Woolpack to check out her alibi. Charity manages to catch Louise in time and begs her to cover for her. Remembering how she owes Charity a favour over Ray’s death, Louise reluctantly backs up the story, but Chris is sure she's lying. Chris later cries tears of frustration when the reality of his illness hits home. He tries to spend the evening with Joseph to make the most of their time together, but his tired son falls asleep.
Syd is put in an awkward position, but he is desperate to help Chloe. Meanwhile, Rodney catches up with old friends when the fair comes to the village, and Chris spends some precious time with Joseph.
Syd tries to make amends over the blazing row with Chloe the previous night but with little success. Later Chloe instantly forgives Syd after finding out the police charges have been dropped. However, just as the relationship starts to get back on track, Syd overhears Chloe asking her mum whether the job in France is still available. Furious at Chloe's persistent deception, Syd tries to play it cool but can’t resist her for long and the pair end up back in each other's arms. After a night in Juanita’s caravan, Rodney is flying high.
Chris is forced to abort a cricket game with Joseph due to his failing health. Set on protecting his son from the truth he packs him off to a friend's for the holidays. Shocked at how quickly his boss is deteriorating, Terry does his best to comfort the dying man. When Chris resorts to alcohol Terry tells his a few home truths about his life in a bid to provoke him into positive action. Syd is thrilled when Chloe announces that she has decided not to take the job in France and that she loves him.
Edna corners Terry to give him an earful about squatters frequenting Pear Tree Cottage after hearing suspicious voices and noises coming from the empty neighbouring house during the past couple of weeks. Initially Terry thinks nothing of it, until he spots a flustered Charity heading towards the cottage. He starts to think that perhaps Charity is up to no good. Meanwhile, determined to catch Charity out, Chris decides to play happy families by cooking her dinner. Later in The Woolpack, he reminds Charity that the school holidays are nearly over so Debbie can move back in, meaning that Charity won’t have to see Cain any more.
When Terry spots a flustered Charity leaving Pear Tree Cottage, at the same time she's due to meet Louise for a lunch date, he concludes that Chris was right about the affair. Meanwhile, Charity and Cain reach an agreement over Debbie returning to Home Farm now that the summer holidays are over. It soon becomes clear that Cain has another motive behind allowing Debbie back into the Tate household. Confiding in Debbie over his relationship with Charity, Cain tells his daughter that her moving back may help to drive Charity and Chris further apart. Having refused to take the life-prolonging medicine Chris starts to put his affairs in order.
Cain packs Debbie off to Home Farm to be his eyes and ears, but the teenager can’t keep her secret for long, soon revealing to Charity that she knows about the affair. A hard slap round the face is Charity's knee jerk reaction to being accused of being a gold digging tart. Upset and scared Debbie flees from the house to phone Cain, who immediately makes his way to the Tates, to demand an explanation. Meanwhile, forced into investigating Pear Tree Cottage after more complaints from Edna about squatters, Terry discovers Charity's necklace.
Having discovered the truth about his wife's affair first hand, Chris is in a terrible state. After hitting the bottle he turns on his only ally Terry for not informing him sooner. When Terry explains about finding Charity’s necklace at Pear Tree Cottage, Chris's imagination goes into overdrive, declaring that he wants them both dead. Later, alone in the house Chris loads up his shotgun and waits for Charity to return. Meanwhile, Charity makes peace with Debbie following the reactive slap she dished out to her daughter previously.
The atmosphere at the Tate breakfast table is stale, with Chris refusing to discuss the dramatic events of the previous night with a frustrated Charity who is keen to salvage her marriage. The situation is no better over at the Dingles, as Cain dishes out insults to his family including young Debbie. Having sorted Cain out with a good slap round the chops Lisa tells him that Debbie is the victim not him. When Chris finally agrees to talk, Charity pours her heart out to him, assuring him that she regrets the affair and loves Chris more than ever.
Terry’s worried that Chris means to do something reckless to harvest revenge on his estranged wife. So he’s relieved when Chris reveals that he’s merely planning to divorce Charity on the sly. Meeting with the Tate lawyer, Chris stipulates that the divorce settlement must leave Charity with as little as possible. Meanwhile, ignorance is bliss for Charity, as she plays the attentive wife. It never rains but it pours for Lisa, who is summoned up to Carlisle by Granny Clegg for family business. Marlon is left holding the Dingle fort, including keeping Cain out of trouble and being nursemaid to an ungrateful Shadrach, whose first port of call from hospital is The Woolpack.
Bitter Chris begins to privately discuss divorce proceedings with his lawyer. When she informs him Charity will still get access to their joint accounts Chris makes plans for a major spending spree. Knowing his days are numbered, Chris is determined to bankrupt Charity and begins by buying Debbie a horse. Unbeknown to Charity, Chris has a hidden agenda, just when she thinks he is making an effort with Debbie, he is really planning to make their lives hell.
Louise gets a fright when she spots a mouse in The Woolpack. The sighting forces Diane to withdraw her interest in purchasing Eddie’s double-glazing to concentrate the funds on more pressing issues. Eddie is still trying to keep the wolf from the door as his boss is harassing him to meet impossible targets. The floundering salesman finds trying to flog Betty double-glazing a tough task.
After a romantic night in the bedroom with her husband, Charity feels she is beginning to win back Chris’s affections after her misdemeanours. As the day progresses she becomes increasingly amazed by Chris's generosity as gifts are showered on them including a helicopter, holiday and mystery package. Charity is knocked for six when the lord of the manor announces that the gifts are actually all for him and that he has filed for divorce with the intention of leaving her penniless.
Rodney bites the investment bullet by buying the mill for one million pounds in a property auction. Despite paying over the odds, he assures Nicola that he's set to become a millionaire. The only problem is ensuring that Eric gets planning permission passed within two weeks. Always keen on making a quick dollar Eric accepts the bribe of fifteen grand, but will he be able to deliver the goods in time for Rodney to clench the deal?
Zoe tries to come to terms with the news of her brother's imminent demise. Having filled Zoe in on the deterioration symptoms, Chris makes her promise to leave Charity in the dark. If his wife learned of Chris's terminal illness her solicitor could detest his will on the grounds that his mind was not fit. Chris asks Zoe to stay at Ashley’s place for the time being, fearing that her and Jean may be in danger at Home Farm. Marlon tells Cain, who has been out drinking all night, about Chris throwing Charity out the house.
It's the morning after the night before and homeless Charity wakes up next to Cain in a hotel bedroom. Her heart sinks as she realises her predicament has been worsened with Chris. To further the blow Charity is shocked when her credit cards are refused as she tries to settle their hefty hotel bill. Embarrassed she is forced to leave her designer watch as security. A later call to the bank reveals Chris has spent up to the limits on all of her cards, leaving her practically penniless.
Tempers flare in the Woolpack, and Elaine seeks advice from Siobhan.
Chris is overwhelmed by his hatred for Charity, Steph and Eric join forces to dupe Rodney and Robert is frustrated to find he cannot resist Donna's advances.
The day begins on an emotional note for Chris Tate, having visited Joseph at boarding school in the knowledge that it may be the last time he sees his son before his death. Tearfully, Chris asks Zoe to take care of Joseph after his demise. Reasserting his overwhelming hatred for Charity he says that he’d rather see the bitch dead than get one penny from him. Charity, on the other hand, has high hopes regarding the pending liaison with Chris, even borrowing money from Debbie for the hairdressers in a bid to impress.
As the police forensic team arrives at Home Farm to investigate Chris’s suspicious death, a distraught Charity tries to describe the events leading up to her husband's dramatic and unexpected death. Asked to describe Chris's state of mind prior to his death Charity recalls his weird mood swings from anger to the calmness when he said that killing her would be too easy. Meanwhile, oblivious to the tragic events down the road, the villagers gather in The Woolpack to enjoy the talent night.
Gossip is rife throughout the village as many theories about Chris' death are posed.
The horror of the events at the manor reverberate around the village, as the locals try to get to the bottom of the tragedy and gossip about possible motives for Chris’s murder. Meanwhile, the police continue their investigations and Zoe is surprised at how well Joseph has taken the news. After learning the cause of death from the post-mortem detectives begin to dissect the crime scene and remove the computers from the house hoping they might find some evidence.
As the murder case evidence continues to mount up against Charity so does the pressure on Zoe, who is finding it increasingly difficult coping with the suspicious circumstances surrounding her brother's death. At the police station, Charity is informed that traces of poison have been found in her car. The pleas that the evidence must have been planted there seem far-fetched to the police.
The Dingles are thrown into turmoil when Marlon insists on talking to the police, while Rodney faces financial ruin when his plans for the Mill hit a stumbling block.
Cain is now the prime suspect for the murder of Chris. The manhunt includes a national TV appeal for people to come forward with information of Cain and Debbie’s whereabouts. When the police visit the Dingle household it's Marlon who lets the cat out the bag again telling them that Cain and Debbie had been staying with Chastity. With both Marlon and Charity in the Dingle doghouse they are left to console each other over a bottle of wine. Marlon promises to stick by Charity through her ordeal however he gets more than he bargained for when she makes a pass at him.
It is the morning after the night before for Marlon as he wakes up in bed with another woman by his side and is appalled by what he's done under the influence. He tries to sneak out but trips on the stairs and wakes up Charity. With a guilty conscience, he tells his friend that she seduced him and it was against his will, but Charity tells him to get over it – it was just drunken sex and it happens.
Gloria arrives seeking the truth about what her husband has been up to in her absence. Rodney’s only too pleased to fill her in on Eric’s dodgy dealings and alliance with Steph. Sure that Gloria will persuade Eric to keep his nose clean Rodney buys himself a few more hours with the loan shark
Elaine wishes she had listened to her father's advice when a drive with Robert leads to danger, while Rodney has clearance to pay his debts, and Danny worries for his relationship with Ollie.
The guilt over the accident weighs heavily on Robert's mind, Ollie says goodbye to the village, and Louise saves Ashley from a disastrous date.
Elaine questions Robert about the accident, Eddie's put under further pressure, Ashley and Louise cause a stir when they accompany one another to the Tea Dance, and Andy frets for his future.
Bob promises to stand by his brother as the extent of Eddie's financial worries become evident, while Ashley relishes riding the wave of gossip, and Andy and Katie take the momentous step of setting a date for their wedding.
Bob pulls out all the stops to ensure things turn around for Eddie, Charity is worried when she is informed Cain and Debbie have been found, and Andy and Katie impart some big news.
Eddie breathes a sign of relief, as the villagers agree to rally round and help him out of his sticky situation. Luckily Bob has uncovered a clause in the legally binding contracts. This will prevent anyone from being left out of pocket. Elated Eddie decides to tell Garry where to stick his job. Getting carried away, he decides to give bemused Garry back everything that goes with the job, including his suit, which he strips off and discards at his boss’ feet.
Cain tells the police that she saw Charity standing over Chris's body and knew she had killed him straight away. Lisa leaves to meet with Eddie. Charity tries to get Debbie to go on the run with her, but Debbie doesn't want to go without Cain. Dawn and Terry are weirded out by Bob's baby video diary. Robert visits Elaine. Charity asks Louise and plays on her knowledge of Louise and Ray and blackmails her. Bob drives Dawn mad with the video diary. Donna is thrilled to see Viv but is disappointed when she doesn't take an interest in her.
In a cell, Charity’s pleas for justice are ignored by the police. When her solicitor finally arrives, Charity can not believe her ears when he is doubtful she will be granted bail. Charity feels as though she is going out of her mind as she resigns herself to the fact that she could be in a cell for a long time. Later that day,
Andy is given the shock of his life when an unwelcome baby-faced visitor arrives at Butlers. Meanwhile, Debbie struggles dealing with her warring parents, and Ashley is worried he has caused a rift to develop between him and Zoe.
Andy decides to pay his estranged dad a visit in prison to ask about brother Daz. Billy is elated to see his son and declares that he is now a changed man. He asks Andy to give Daz a chance, particularly as his dad is locked away and his mother is a waste of space. However the words fall on death ears as Andy is determined to have nothing to do with Daz or his father. After talking the situation over with Jack, Andy informs his devastated half-brother that he is being handed over to social services the following day.
As if they haven’t got enough on their plate maintaining the farm, Daz decides to do a runner when he is due to be taken to social services by Andy and Katie. When Andy finally gets his hands on his tearaway brother, he shares a few home truths about Billy that shatter Daz's illusions about their incarcerated father. Cold-hearted Andy is in no mood for his little brother's sulky attitude, telling him that as soon as his mother gets back in the country he can pack his bags and move out. Pregnant Dawn panics after a false alarm.
Although he's having doubts about the termination, Paul holds his tongue as Siobhan is determined to go through with the procedure. It doesn’t take long before Frances puts two and two together. Noticing Siobhan is under the weather at Paul's birthday party, nosy Frances questions the patter of tiny feet. She is horrified when flummoxed Paul confirms her suspicions but nervously admits they have decided on a termination.
Siobhan runs the risk of terminating her marriage to Paul as she heads to the abortion clinic, Lisa and Eddie prepare for their date and Chris' will is read out.
Having panicked and lied to her husband in order to save her marriage, Siobhan is forced to now stick to her story about not being able to go through with the abortion. When she confides in Louise about her plan to fake a miscarriage, Louise is horrified and warns her friend that she's taken her relationship with Paul into a completely different place.
On the morning of Chris’s funeral, Zoe composes herself for the emotionally testing day ahead. But nothing can prepare her for the unwanted guest who is determined to cause a stir. Amid gasps from the congregation, a bedraggled Charity is escorted into the church handcuffed to a police officer.
At the cemetery, Chris is finally laid to rest as the coffin is lowered into the ground. A tearful Charity stares into her husband's grave as Joseph throws earth onto the coffin. Back at Home Farm, turning on the Dingle charm, Zak manages to worm his way out of a very sticky situation up at Home Farm, as Zoe finally surrenders the shotgun she had been brandishing threateningly.
Terry tries and fails to comfort his teen wife who is in immense pain during labour. Encouraged by the midwife, Dawn give one final push and finally her baby boy is born. Terry weeps with happiness and there is a huge sense of relief as Dawn holds her baby for the first time.
After a complicated birth, exhausted Dawn and ecstatic Terry patiently await the results of their baby's hearing test. They are hugely relieved when the doctor assures them their baby has perfect hearing. Meanwhile, Terry is determined to call the tot Terry Junior, despite Dawn's intentions to call him Harrison. Playfully they bicker about the baby's name but it seems that Terry has got his heart set on TJ.
Terry is the proudest man in the village as he shows off the newest addition to his family. Everyone is keen to sneak a peak and offer congratulations to their friend. The celebrations begin at The Woolpack as Terry wets the baby's head with friends, while Dawn stays at home to spend time alone with her new born. But tragedy strikes as in the midst of the celebrations Terry collapses and it soon becomes apparent that something is gravely wrong. Louise bends over Terry begging him to respond before shouting for someone to call an ambulance.
No one can believe their eyes as Terry lies motionless on The Woolpack floor. With the ambulance on its way, Bob shouts for Dawn and she arrives at scene cradling baby TJ. At the hospital, Dawn is forced to make a life-threatening decision on Terry's behalf – whether or not to give him a new drug that could help cure the blood clot that has caused the stroke.
After a sleepless night by Terry’s bedside Dawn is totally exhausted. Encouraged by the fact that her husband has made it through the night Dawn remains positive that Terry will pull through. But later on that day Dawn begins to see the severity of Terry's illness. The nurse tries to comfort her as she realises how many things Terry will be unable to do and she later breaks down by his bedside, clinging tightly to TJ.
The news that Terry’s recovery could take years hits Dawn hard, but the doctors tell her she has to be strong for him and that he is lucky to still be alive. Meanwhile, Bob is feeling guilty about upsetting Dawn the day before, but can’t help feeling Terry is now going to be a huge burden on her life and she is too young to deal with the pressure. Viv insists that Bob rectifies the situation with Dawn and offer his support in these hard times.
Zak decides to return to South America, forcing Sam to take drastic action. Meanwhile, Dawn struggles to cope with Terry in his condition, and Elaine has another flashback to the day of the crash.
The truth about the crash finally becomes clear to Elaine, Dawn tries to remain optimistic and Zak and Lisa put aside their differences.
Robert finds himself on the receiving end of Ronnie's wrath, and Eric is in for a shock when he invites Gloria's assistant to stay.
Ashley and Louise prepare for their date, Elaine is forced to choose between Robert and her family, and Eric invites Hillary to dinner.
Having babysat for Ashley, Chas has spent the night at the vicarage. On her cleaning rounds, Laurel jumps to the wrong conclusion when she finds the brash barmaid in Ashley's dressing gown! Grateful for looking after Gabby, Ashley asks Chas if she would like to move in with him as a lodger knowing she is looking for somewhere to live more permanently.
The charity slave auction is proving to be a huge success at The Woolpack. The men wait with bated breath as the ladies bicker over the highest bids for each male villager. Donna finally gets her own back on Elaine, by out-bidding her for Robert, while toga clad Ashley nervously anticipates his sale.
It's the morning after the night before as Ashley and Louise blissfully wake up in bed together after the slave auction. With no regretful feelings the couple decide to start dating officially. Diane is amazed to return home to find a toga-clad vicar holding a breakfast tray for two and a barmaid with a smile on her face! Later on Diane gives her friend's relationship with Ashley her seal of approval.
While Steph is off on a shopping spree spending her anticipated blackmail money Gloria, determined not to be bullied by the likes of Steph, sets about digging for dirt on her enemy. Pulling out all the plugs the politician is delighted to discover that Steph has been imprisoned for fraud and deception. In light of Steph's criminal record attempted blackmail would not be viewed lightly by the police. With Steph under control Gloria asks Hillary to leave the village so she can get her marriage back on track.
Steph decides to seek revenge on Gloria. With a hot story about a local married MP having an affair with a toy boy she approaches the local tabloid offering them the scoop. Steph uses Hillary as the bait, persuading the lovesick researcher to try one last time with Gloria before leaving the village. With reporter and photographer in tow Steph eagerly follows Hillary who arranges to meet Gloria outside the village hall.
Gloria’s constituents are amazed to read about the local MP's affair with her researcher in the local tabloid. As the shocked factory girls pour over the article, smug Steph admires her handiwork. With Gloria holding a constituent surgery in the village hall the interested locals queue up to speak to the philandering MP. However Gloria is blissfully unaware that her secret is in the public domain, until a discourteous Viv presents her with the article.
Eric’s devastated despite Steph assuring him that Gloria is not worth the upset. Meanwhile, disgraced Gloria wakes up with a hangover, having spent the night at Edna’s house after drowning her sorrows. Later, Gloria insists to Eric that she wants him back and they can start over but he refuses to listen, telling her to go back to join her boyfriend in London. Desperate, Gloria tells him that she has resigned as an MP because her marriage is more important.
Paul has spent the night at his parents following Siobhan’s revelations about her abortion. All hell breaks loose at the Marsden's when Siobhan arrives to try and make peace with her husband. With emotions running high Paul informs his shocked parents about how Siobhan pretended to have the miscarriage
Charity prepares for her bail hearing, but nothing can prepare her for the shock she's about to face when she collapses after standing before the judge, while Ronnie's interference in Paul and Siobhan's marriage proves to be more trouble than it's worth.
Knowing the father of her child could be one of three men - Marlon, Cain or Chris, pregnant Charity decides that she might be able to use her condition to her advantage. First she persuades Marlon to let her stay at Pear Tree Cottage, promising not to mention their night together. Charity then pays Zoe a visit to inform her that the baby she is carrying is Chris's, hoping the news will encourage Zoe to change her statement.
Andy gets an unexpected call from the Manchester police saying that Daz has been caught joyriding. With his mum refusing to pick him up from the station Andy has to take responsibility. The unruly boy is scared to face the wrath of his mum alone so Andy accompanies him into the house.
Following his brush with the law, Andy reluctantly lets Daz stay another night to keep him out of trouble. Whilst working on the farm, the brothers spend a surprisingly enjoyable day bonding. However, when elusive Denise turns up unannounced to collect Daz, Andy is caught off guard and can’t help but feel protective.
Trying to take troublesome Daz under his wing, Andy warns him to stay out of trouble while he's working. However it's not long before Daz is up to his old tricks again. Having dropped Katie off at Butler's Farm after her shift, Robert absent-mindedly leaves the keys in the car ignition, leaving Daz with the perfect opportunity for some fun.
The pressure of having to deal with a newborn baby on her own is taking its toll on Dawn, as Terry remains incapacitated in hospital. Juggling household duties and coping with TJ becomes all too much and Donna is left to pick up the pieces as the teenage mum sheds a few tears. Meanwhile, at the hospital, Terry can’t help but notice his wife's fraying nerves
It seems that baby TJ can sense Dawn’s distress, and spends the entire night crying. Without a wink of sleep, wild thoughts go through Dawn's head as she angrily looks at the helpless child bawling its eyes out. In desperation and deprived of sleep, will Dawn harm her beloved baby? Viv eventually comes to her rescue and takes TJ, to give Dawn some much-needed time out in the pub.
Downhearted Dawn relieves a weary Viv of baby TJ after another night of continual crying. Having thought about her situation over night, Bob is concerned when Dawn admits she can’t cope with Terry and the baby and can’t bring herself to visit him that day. Meanwhile, at the hospital, Terry is making good progress and with the aid of his physio has taken a few steps.
Emily exposes Eddie’s scam in the village shop. She discovers that he has been secretly been planting cockroaches and dead mice in the food deliveries and been refusing to pay the suppliers. But his intentions aren’t completely devious, as all the money he had been pocketing was to pay the Hopes back the money he owed from Donna’s birthday fund.
Eddie takes drastic action to sort out his financial problems, but may end up ruing the day when he is caught. Meanwhile, Nicola realises she has a new admirer and Terry is dismayed that he'll be missing Jack's party.
Jack's birthday festivities get underway, where Robert and Katie's passion intensifies. Having been cast out by his brother, Eddie resolves to leave the village.
Andy asks Robert to be his best man, Nicola enlists Simon's help when she receives a huge delivery of leaflets, and Bob and Eddie say their goodbyes.
Marlon succumbs to Charity's emotional blackmail, but ends up finding himself at the mercy of his family, Paul and Siobhan's relationship hits a new low, and Katie struggles to put Robert out of her mind.
Marlon steels himself when he has to face living with his wife and his lover. Meanwhile, Siobhan is shocked when Ronnie offers her a bit more than comfort, and Chas' fiery temper is unleashed.
Convinced he has unfinished business with Siobhan, Ronnie just can’t help himself and goes to see her. But his apologies fall on deaf ears and he is forced to leave after Siobhan gives him a frosty reception.
Ronnie admits defeat, while Gloria turns up in the village, determined to win back Eric, and Tricia has a proposition for Marlon.
Charity's disheartened when she goes to see her new lawyer, Elaine struggles with the recent revelations in her family and heads to Paul and Siobhan's, and Edna gives Gloria some tough love.
It's the morning of the hearing and Charity prepares herself for the worst but is grateful for Marlon's show of support. Zoe is left fuming when Charity pleads a defiant not guilty leaving the judge to call for a date for the murder trial. As the court is adjourned, there are huge tensions between Charity and Zoe as they make their way outside. After a comment from Zoe about 'Chris winning',
Steph is furious to discover copies of her police mug shot spread around the village, allowing Eric to see how vindictive his wife can be, and Alan is shocked to discover the reason why a film crew is coming.
Tricia tries to fathom why Marlon is giving her the cold shoulder, Alan tries to rally the villagers against the documentary, and Eric turns Gloria away.
Having burnt her bridges, Gloria makes plans to leave the village, but it might not as straightforward as one might think. Meanwhile, Paddy issues a stark warning to Nicola, and Diane takes Frances under her wing.
Eric receives a shock visit from the police, Frances has an admirer but doesn't let on who it is, and Nicola finds herself going from one problem to another.
Andy is nearing the end of his tether with Daz, Frances' first day at the vet's is one disaster after another, and there appears to be a development from Gloria's disappearance.
Frances is given the third degree by her kids, Eric is frantic with worry and Daz goes for a cheeky joyride in Jack's Land Rover.
Daz's campaign of mayhem lands him in deep trouble with the police, where, at the station, his past comes to light. Meanwhile, Elaine is adamant that she doesn't want to move to Hull and gives Paul and Siobhan a proposition, but she may have to make a big decision after a talk with Robert.
Andy and Daz receive a visit from the social worker, Tricia is determined to spice up her love life, the Marsdens leave for pastures new and Ashley embarrasses himself in front of the Bishop.
Tricia drowns her sorrows, which leads to Marlon realising he is going to have to tell her the truth. Meanwhile, new curate Ethan makes himself at home.
Marlon confesses all to Tricia and the Dingles hatch a daring plan.
Tricia realises her world has come crashing down when she remembers about Marlon's infidelity, and it's not long before the news spreads across the village. Meanwhile, Laurel tries to keep her distance from Ashley.
The Dingles put their daring plan into action, and Len is disappointed when he finds out that Pearl has other plans for Christmas.
The Dingles take drastic action in order to get the cash and Marlon begs Tricia to spend Christmas Day with him.
Marlon is determined to make this Christmas the best that Tricia's ever had, and Terry returns home for the first time since his stroke.
Chas is at her wits' end with Aaron and Marlon's hopes are dashed.
Tricia is incensed when she discovers Marlon has been keeping more secrets from her, and Eric receives a visit from the police.
Tricia rejects Marlon, even after he surprises her with Holdgate Farm and a Dalmatian puppy. Meanwhile, Viv leaves a threatening message for Zoe, which gets Scott fired.
The day of Tricia's departure arrives, and she finds herself being asked to stay by Alan and Diane. Despite the raging storm, she is insistent on leaving. Meanwhile, Ashley and Louise find themselves in mortal danger when they return from a night out.
2010
Ryan and Maisie had some time alone at Home Farm and came dangerously close to taking things further. What they didn't know was that during a few stolen moments in the office, Nathan walked in and saw them. What action will Nathan take? Elsewhere, Natasha shocked Faye by offering up a truce.
Nathan revealed that he'd seen Ryan and Maisie and told his friend he couldn't carry on two-timing Katie. If Ryan didn't end it with one of them, Nathan would tell Katie everything. Meanwhile, Cain teased Aaron when a male customer gave him the come-on at the garage. And Ashley was flabbergasted when Nicola accused him of having an affair with Sally.
Ryan sat down and told a devastated Katie he was calling off their relationship. Poor Katie couldn't believe her ears and demanded to know if he had feelings for someone else. What did he say? Meanwhile, Holly propositioned Aaron at the pub, but he couldn't take his eyes off Adam.
When Aaron spent the night with Holly, Adam knew he had to tell her what he knew. He blurted out that Aaron had tried to kiss him on the night of the crash. But did Holly believe him? Meanwhile, Maisie felt terrible about Katie and told Ryan he should tell her the truth. And at Mulberry, Diane made it clear to Ashley that he had to get rid of Sally if he stood any chance of saving his marriage.
Ashley was finally going to tell Sally that she had to leave the village and sat her down to have the conversation. But in her deranged little head, Sally was convinced Ashley was about to declare his love and moved in for a kiss... Meanwhile, Katie shunned Ryan at the pub and Adam told John about Aaron.
Ashley couldn't believe it when Sally revealed she was in love with him and believed his feelings were mutual. She even dared to tell him that he had chosen Laurel over her. How did he react to that? Over at Home Farm, Natasha knew that Mark had lied about playing golf. And the Bartons wondered how Aaron could possibly be gay.
Aaron knew Adam had fuelled the gossip about his sexuality and confronted him. But Adam gave him a choice - finish it with Holly or have the whole village find out he was gay. Elsewhere, Faye and Mark knew Natasha was onto them, while Ryan and Maisie planned some quality time together. Things were getting more complicated for Mark by the minute... How would it all end?
Natasha was convinced that Mark was lying to her and sure enough, she quickly found out that he wasn't where he claimed to be. But did she find out what he was really up to? Meanwhile, Aaron deliberately got caught being intimate with Holly so that Paddy would believe he was straight. And Nikhil realised he had met his match in Charity.
Unaware that Ryan and Maisie were upstairs, Mark and Faye returned to Tenant's Cottage having decided to end their affair. But as they kissed each other goodbye, Natasha walked in... Elsewhere, Adam and Aaron called a truce and Charity tried to convince the Sharmas she could double their profits.
Mark's world came crashing down around him as his terrible secrets came spilling out. Ryan heard how his mother had lied to him all his life about his real father, and Maisie felt sick as she realised she had fallen for her half-brother. And what about Natasha and Faye?
Maisie and Ryan struggled to take in what they were hearing about Mark. The young pair were sick at the idea that they had nearly consummated their romantic relationship when all the while they were half brother and sister. Mark didn't know where to turn and it wasn't long before Nathan showed up and demanded to know what was going on. Everyone despised Mark - and by the end of the day one of them would have killed him.
Natasha tried to convince her children that she'd kept Mark's awful secret to protect them. But all they knew was that Mark had torn their family apart. Faye was beside herself when Ryan went walkabout and she couldn't find him anywhere. Later when Mark was alone at Home Farm, he wrote Natasha a letter and headed off into the woods - with his shotgun. But he wasn't the one who pulled the trigger. Who shot Mark?
Faye was relieved when Ryan finally came home although he didn't have anything to say. At Home Farm, Natasha had to convince Will that his missing father had not abandoned him. And finally, Ashley asked Sally to leave the village, but she told him she wasn't going anywhere.
Maisie went back to work and tried to make people believe she was fine. But when Faye walked into the bar, Maisie lost it and she was heartbroken when she found out Katie was offering Ryan a roof over his head. Would she ever get over the romantic feelings she had for her brother? Meanwhile, Charity was fired from the factory.
Ashley and Gabby were on their way to see Laurel when Sally suddenly appeared in the road. It was too late for Ashley to swerve so he hit her and she she landed unconscious, on the ground. How badly was she hurt? Elsewhere, Nicola had a fit when she found Jimmy enjoying a drink in the pub instead of helping with the christening arrangements.
Ashley had a hunch that Sally had deliberately stepped in front of his car but she wouldn't admit it. When he refused to stay with her, she behaved like an animal and later told Edna that she and Ashley had been having a relationship. Did Edna believe these terrible lies? Elsewhere, Jimmy and Carl went on an overnight job the day before Angelica's christening. Would they make it back in time?
It was the day of the christening and Nicola was running around like a headless chicken. Jimmy and Carl hadn't returned from their business trip as they had problems of their own. But things were about to get a lot worse... Elsewhere, Debbie had bad news for Nikhil about the car he'd just bought for Priya.
Against all odds, the christening went ahead and Nicola forgave Jimmy for arriving late and looking like a chimney sweep. Meanwhile, Ashley went to see Sally and told her to get her sick, deluded ideas out of her head. He could finally see how mad she really was. But was it too late?
Carl was stunned when his ex-wife Colleen turned up with their kids and asked him to take care of them for a while. Chas was furious when he accepted without consulting her. But after all, he was their father. How would parenthood affect Chas and Carl's relationship? Elsewhere, a senior member of the diocese paid Ashley a visit to take down some details regarding the Sally saga.
Charity enjoyed making Carl squirm as he was forced to ask her to do a driving job for him. Predictably Cain wasn't too happy about the arrangement but she told him he could like it or lump it. Elsewhere, Ashley broke down in front of Edna and she finally believed he was telling the truth about Sally.
Edna confronted Sally over her 'feelings' for Ashley and asked her to leave. Sally's response was to smirk and tell Edna that she didn't take kindly to people turning against her. Should Edna worry? Elsewhere, Debbie enjoyed a drink with Nikhil while Charity and Cain toasted her new job. All was going well with the Dingles - for now...
Ashley is alarmed when Terry reveals Sally is staying at the B&B. Later on, Edna realises it was Sally who hurled the brick through her window all those weeks ago. Together, Ashley and Edna warn Sally that her game is up – but she’s got another vicious move up her sleeve… Meanwhile, Natasha is heartbroken when Will continues to question Mark’s whereabouts. And Nicola forces Jimmy to set a date for the wedding.
Natasha and Maisie are struggling to cope when the police arrive to question them. Meanwhile, the Bishop comes to see Sally’s handiwork and apologises to Ashley for underestimating the situation. And finally, Aaron drops a wrench on Cain’s foot, causing rather a lot of damage…
The investigation into Mark’s disappearance begins. Will they uncover the truth about what happened? Meanwhile, unable to cope with her feelings for Ryan, Maisie asks him for a private word. Will Ryan comfort his sister or snub her? Elsewhere, Kayleigh teases Victoria about getting a lift from Moira and tells her to send Hannah another text. Will Victoria give in to her vicious friend?
Victoria feels guilty when she’s on the bus with Hannah, who receives yet another nasty text message. Hannah bursts into tears and Victoria looks at the long list of abuse on her mobile phone. Will this be enough to make Victoria stop the bullying? Elsewhere, Leyla has to calm a hysterical Maisie after she talks to Faye about Ryan. And Olena feels uncomfortable at Sam’s obvious feelings for her, as she is interested in someone else.
The Bartons are having dinner at Diane's when Hannah receives another text message. Victoria finally admits that she knows all about the nasty messages, but soon wishes she hadn't... Meanwhile, Maisie keeps up a front and appreciates some kindness from Andy at work. Elsewhere, Carl is reluctant to spend time with his children.
Nathan offers to help run the estate while Natasha concentrates on helping Maisie and Will through the tough time. Natasha, however, tells Nathan that the shoots must remain closed, leaving Nathan curious.
Maisie is close to the edge as she hears Ryan is staying with Katie again. Downing several drinks, Maisie has another episode in the Woolpack. But will she tell Katie the truth about Ryan? Meanwhile, Zak tries to take the pressure off Lisa. Olena is troubled by Sam's attraction to her and Victoria is punished by her peers at school.
Lisa is thrilled when Zak whisks her away for a romantic break, leaving Shadrach in the house unattended. Shadrach decides to enjoy a rare pleasure - a bath. But he falls asleep with the water running... Will Lisa and Zak have a home to come back to? Up at Home Farm, the police tell Natasha they've found a body. And finally, Diane tries to break the ice with Moira.
The police ask Natasha to identify the body while Ryan breaks the news to Faye. Faye rushes to the station and takes Natasha's hand before they both go in. But is it Mark? Elsewhere. Marlon helps mend relations between Diane and Moira. And Shadrach does a runner after his soggy mishap at Wishing Well.
Faye tells Natasha that she's hired a private investigator to look for Mark. Nathan's irritated that Faye went to identify the body with his mother, while Maisie's convinced that her father isn't dead.
Ryan and Katie leave Victoria Cottage and Jamie is doing his rounds. They pass Faye and he blanks her completely. A taxi pulls up and Gennie gets out, Jamie goes to see her.
Carl arrives home with gifts for the children and promises to take them out for the afternoon. Nicola, however, is fuming when she can't find her mascara and when Scarlett's new handbag disappears after lending it to Anya, Carl's suspicious of the kids. Anya later admits to Thomas that she's to blame and has accidentally spilled nail varnish in Scarlett's new handbag.
Thomas and Anya mask their disappointment when Carl tells them that they're going to stay with their aunt for a while. When he drops them off at the bus stop for their first day at school, they don't want to go and suspecting that their dad doesn't care either way - they decide to skive off.
Adam and Scarlett only have eyes for each other and finally give in to their feelings. And Adam hasn't got to worry about John teasing him as John's more concerned with his own business, for a change. And it's not going well, as sheep keep dying.
Katie gently leads Maisie into the backroom at The Woolpack and assures her that everything will be okay. When Natasha arrives, she's horrified to see the state of her daughter. Finding Ryan at the garage, Katie reveals that Maisie's in a bad way but he buries his conflicted feelings and claims that she's not his problem.
When Natasha returns from taking a fragile Maisie to the retreat, Nathan makes it hard for her when Will asks questions as to Maisie's whereabouts.
Paddy informs John that the lamb was killed by a toxic chemical commonly used on farms, forcing Adam to admit he is responsible for poisoning the stream, after he knocked over a barrel containing the toxin weeks previously. Meanwhile, Zak is furious when Shadrach returns and pretends to know nothing about what happened at the house, and Natasha warns Nicola not to gossip about her family.
John surveys the land where the chemicals were spilled, and Adam is horrified that his actions have caused such devastation. Elsewhere, Nathan makes it clear to Maisie that she needs to get over Ryan, a reluctant Zak accepts when Shadrach offers to help rebuild Wishing Well Cottage, and Ashley is delighted when Laurel invites him to spend some time with her and the children.
Katie is devastated when Nathan tells her the truth about Ryan and Maisie. Zak sees a chance to raise some funds for the rebuild and confronts John about poisoning his dog, while Shadrach sources some floorboards, which Zak and Lisa later realise have been stolen from the village pavilion. Elsewhere, David agonises over what to do about the chemical spill.
Nikhil and Jai are furious when they discover that some cabling has been stolen from the factory. Suspecting that the Dingles are somehow involved, the brothers call the police. Later, Lisa, Sam and Olena take Shadrach's van to collect a sofa but panic when a police car flashes at them to pull over.
Following the incident with the police officer, Lisa's devastated as she gives her statement at the station. She's forced to deny all knowledge of the stolen goods. Traumatised by the experience, Lisa returns to the village and Zak blames Olena for it all.
Ashley heads back to the village alone after pleading with Laurel to come home, so Diane and Doug take matters into their own hands and pay Laurel a visit, but as Diane urges her to decide if she wants to fight for her marriage and forgive Ashley, Laurel isn't sure she can. Nikhil is reluctant to get involved in Debbie's business venture, but decides to take her up on the offer after being insulted by Jai. Elsewhere, Shadrach finds himself outcast from his family and the entire village, and Faye talks to Katie about Ryan.
Laurel tells Ashley she is willing to give their marriage another try, and Jai warns Nikhil not to get involved in anything illegal during his new business venture. Elsewhere, Lisa worries about being sent to prison, Ryan confronts Nathan, and David offers Leyla a place to stay.
Laurel moves back into the vicarage with Ashley, but things are still awkward between the pair. Cain returns and is curious about the sat-nav deal between Debbie and Nikhil, Shadrach tells Lisa he will confess to the police, and Holly realises her feelings toward Aaron have cooled.
Jai and Cain team up to teach Nikhil a lesson after he refuses to listen to his brother's advice, while Jimmy catches a downbeat Rodney looking through the lonely hearts column. Laurel tells Ashley to start behaving normally around her, and is grateful when Jai offers her a job on the production line at the factory. Elsewhere, Aaron is annoyed when Holly stands him up, Ryan and Katie feel unhappy about being apart, Leyla suggests she and David start looking for a place together, and Holly gets a free lunch from Viv when she draws a portrait of her.
Cain arranges for the pick-up to be hijacked, unaware that Carl has asked Charity to do the job and is taking Noah with her. Meanwhile, Ashley and Laurel try to save their marriage, Rodney is surprised to get a response to his lonely hearts ad, and Nathan promises to take Will to visit Maisie.
Cain is horrified to discover Charity was driving the truck when it was hijacked, and Nathan's hatred toward Ryan reaches boiling point after he sees him with Will. Elsewhere, Laurel and Ashley start afresh, and Rodney feels awkward as Fiona and Nicola reminisce about their school days.
Ryan reluctantly visits Maisie, unaware that a furious Nathan is waiting for him, and Nikhil is horrified to learn about the robbery. Meanwhile, Laurel returns to work at the factory, Rodney decides he does not want to see Fiona again, and Cain confronts Carl and Jimmy.
Faye tries to talk Nathan round after he starts packing her and Ryan's belongings. As Faye tries to talk him round, Nathan misinterprets her kindness for a come on and grabs her. Faye's terrified as Nathan aggressively pins her to the sofa. At that moment, Ryan walks in and quickly pulls him off her. Full of hatred, Nathan winds Ryan up about Maisie and ultimately coaxes his half-brother into a fight. Charity is shocked when Noah tells her he saw Cain at the scene of the heist before Carl arrived. Elsewhere, Priya decides to quit at the factory after becoming tired of working with her brothers and bored with life in the country.
Natasha returns and is incredulous when Ryan reveals all about Nathan attacking Faye. Concerned, Natasha goes to visit Faye and they share an odd connection as Faye blames Mark for the mess. Natasha assures Faye that Nathan won't be attacking her again, before resolving to put her family on the straight and narrow once and for all.
Natasha turns the tables on Nathan's questioning and demands to know about his attack on Faye. Nathan, however, insists that she explain her recent anxiety, presuming that it has something to do with Mark's disappearance. When Natasha flinches, Nathan promises that he'll support her whatever she's hiding. He's horrified, though, when she whispers that Mark's dead.
Nathan tells Natasha she should come clean about Mark, but the conversation is interrupted when Maisie returns. Elsewhere, Cain refuses to give Charity the sat-nav money until they get married, and Lisa tries to hide her nerves about the forthcoming court case.
Nathan takes Will out causing Natasha to panic. Nicola can't deal with the crowded house. Debbie wants to get away with Andy.
Natasha's preoccupied by Nathan's demands and when he spends the morning in town with Maisie, Natasha's furious. Nathan's torn when Maisie suggests that he should be nicer to their mum but when Natasha gives him one last chance to reconcile, he chooses the money.
Holly wants to get rid of Aaron. Andy and Debbie talk. Gennie is happy about the lottery results.
Aaron's embarrassed when Adam mentions that Holly dumped him in front of Ryan. When Paddy later attempts to console him, he shuts down and decides to get drunk in the pub. However, when Aaron becomes aggressive with Adam, Eli decides to take him for a night out to calm down. In town,
Cain has a plan for the surprise wedding. Aaron hopes he can save his relationship. Maisie and Ryan try to move on.
Charity puts an end to Cain's plans. Natasha is worried about being broke. Thomas and Anya are out for revenge.
Cain eagerly awaits Charity's decision, and Debbie finally musters the courage to tell her parents she is moving to Jersey with Sarah. Ashley is shocked to discover the church flowers have been stolen, leaving Laurel and Edna to question who could have been responsible.
Edna's dog Tootsie goes missing, and she believes Thomas and Anya are responsible, Lisa begins to think about the prospect of not coming home after the court case, while Cain tries to persuade Debbie to stay in the village, but cannot change her mind.
Laurel and Ashley panic when they smell gas in the house and realise that someone has left the stove on. Meanwhile, Sandy can't find his keys and further is frustrated when Ashley implies he was responsible for leaving the gas on. Later, Ashley and Laurel arrange for Doug to babysit while they enjoy an evening at the pub.
Zak worries about Lisa as she faces her day in court and prepares for the possibility she will go to prison. The family is devastated when she's sent down for two months, especially Belle, who feels Zak lied to her. When Shadrach arrives at Wishing Well, expecting a beating, Zak instead disowns him, with Shadrach eventually ending up with Chas. Tempers flare between Nicola and Carl when she tricks Anya into eating meat, while Sally wastes no time causing trouble, beginning by throwing a brick at Diane's car. She then sneaks into the Thomas home and leaves Ashley's name in magnet letters. Rodney lies that he's a lawyer in order to chat up an attractive woman.
Nicola leaves Angelica briefly unattended and panics when she returns to find her baby has vanished. She wastes no time blaming Thomas and Anya as Nikhil arranges a search party. Moments later, Gennie returns Angelica to Nicola, claiming that she found her near the graveyard.
Sally watches from afar as Laurel and Sandy say their goodbyes, before leaving for Devon. Later, a desperate-looking Sally arrives at Mulberry and Ashley reluctantly lets her in. Inside, Sally begs for a chance to repent and as Ashley feels compelled to listen, she starts to confess her sins.
As the night wears on, the effects of the spiked drink begin to appear, making Ashley confused and disoriented. With Ashley nearly unconscious, Sally leads him upstairs and lies him down on his bed as she begins to take her cardigan off. Meanwhile, Jimmy is concerned when Nicola reveals a rota for Mill Cottage to share the living room. It only provokes an argument with Carl and fed up, Nicola storms out. Elsewhere, Rodney’s sorry for lying to Sue – but only after he’s caught out. She discovers he isn’t really a lawyer and walks out. And Paddy is frustrated when Aaron lies about getting into trouble at college.
Ashley wakes up to a noise from downstairs. Regaining consciousness from a long sleep, Ashley's horrified to find Sally in the kitchen and further distressed when she implies that they've slept together. Sickened by her actions and the implications it will have on his marriage, Ashley forcefully orders her to leave.
Aaron's annoyed with Paddy for constantly checking up on him. Full of turmoil, Aaron paces the village alone and finds himself back at the gay bar. Forcing his fears out of his mind, he hurries inside and is awkward when Jackson starts chatting to him.
Chas and Nicola's arguing ends in a food fight, forcing Jimmy and Carl to intervene in a bid to break the pair up, and Paddy is grateful to Jackson when he arrives at the surgery with Aaron's phone, but the youngster is horrified to see them talking and thinks his secret has been revealed. Nikhil is disturbed to see Lizzie working at the factory, but Jai insists it will be good PR.
Paddy's puzzled when a shifty-looking Aaron tells him he's going into Hotten. Offering him a lift, Paddy drops Aaron off and parks up around the corner from where he leaves him. As Paddy watches Aaron hand Jackson his business card, Paddy wrongly assumes that Aaron's dealing drugs. At the Woolpack, a worried Paddy confides in Marlon about his fears for Aaron. Meanwhile, Scarlett forces Jimmy and Carl to resolve their differences.
Paddy is determined to get to the bottom of Aaron's behaviour. Paddy continues to dig deeper and probes Holly for her reasons behind ending her relationship with Aaron. Later, Aaron erupts when he discovers some leaflets on drugs left in his bedroom.
Aaron maintains that he's not dealing drugs, while Paddy continues to interrogate him about Jackson. Aaron eventually snaps with Paddy and demands that he stop asking questions about the pub he went to as he's starting to sound like Adam with all his accusations.
Natasha's furious when Maisie admits that she tried cocaine while she was clubbing the previous night. Natasha can't believe that her daughter's been so careless, considering her fragile mental state. Nicola's intrigued to see that Holly's on edge and points a fact-finding Natasha in her direction.
Paddy's determined to hide his injuries but when Pearl sees him through the door, he lies that he was mugged by a group of lads. Meanwhile, Chas is fraught with worry about Aaron and unable to control her fears, she goes to see Paddy.
Chas is determined to get to the bottom of Aaron's attack on Paddy and quietly calls the police. Paddy manages to convince the police that Aaron wasn't responsible for his injuries but when Aaron returns, they're both confused over who reported him.
Ashley goes into meltdown as he private begins to recall the horror of his ordeal with Sally. When Laurel arrives home, she's desperately concerned by her husband's demeanour and demands that he tell her what's wrong.
Furious at his revelation, Laurel persuades Ashley to tell the police about his encounter with Sally. Adam confronts Aaron about Paddy's injuries, leading to a confession, while Charity is unimpressed when she returns home to find her house in a state. Marlon is pleased to see Rhona back in the village.
As the police begin their inquiries and search the house, Laurel swears revenge on Sally. Charity tries to talk David into hiring a cleaner for her but, desperate for money, ends up taking a last-minute job offer from Carl. Elsewhere, Eli and Olena grow closer, and Charlie tries his luck with Natasha.
Laurel tracks Sally down to a block of flats and confronts her. Sally has put up pictures of Ashley on the wall. Sally insists that Ashley loves her, not Laurel. She also tells her that she is pregnant with Ashley's child and that she was the one who started the church fire in which Laurel was almost killed. A fight then ensues, resulting in Laurel holding Sally over the balcony, telling her she is going to push her off. As Ashley, Doug, and the police then arrive, Laurel then tells Sally that it would make her as bad as she was if she pushed her off, so drags Sally back over the balcony. Ashley and Doug are relieved that Laurel is alright, while Sally is arrested. Edna is shocked when her granddaughter Eve returns to the village, and Cain makes Charity jealous on a lunch date.
Charity persuades Cain to take her to a luxury hotel, where a joyride in a rich man's car gives the pair an idea for a money-making scheme. Ashley is relieved when he discovers Sally has been sectioned, meaning he will not have to face a trial, and Zak is shocked at the lengths to which Sam will go to keep Olena in the country.
Edna finds out that the reason Eve’s marriage is in trouble is because Eve was a bit too hospitable towards her husband's best friend. Edna's not impressed by infidelity and tells Eve she’d better behave while she's living under her roof. As head of the Dingle clan, it falls on Zak’s shoulders to take care of the family, especially Sam, who's not very capable of taking care of himself, so Zak warns off Olena.
Cain and Charity arrange the details for their first car scam at a nearby posh hotel. In their disguises, Charity spots her first target as Cain watches from the corner of the bar.
Adam walks with Aaron, who is on his way to the garage. He asks Aaron out for a lads night, and promises that Scarlett won't be there to interrupt. Aaron agrees, and heads for the garage. He works on a car while Ryan tells him about his decision to move in with Andy.
Paddy goes to Marlon's home at Tall Trees Cottage and knocks on the door. Glancing out the window to see who's at the door, Marlon calls out that he thinks it's best if they leave it until they've both calmed down.
Zak refuses to allow Olena to attend Lisa's homecoming party, and a cash-strapped Natasha offers John and Moira the chance to buy the farm. Marlon tries to hide his disappointment when he discovers Rhona is moving on, and Cain tries to curb Charity's spending spree.
Sam's looking forward to Lisa's homecoming party and excitedly awaits Olena's arrival. Olena, meanwhile, tells Eli about Zak's warning to leave the village and with that, Eli insists that he won't attend the party either. Instead, they plan their getaway.
Lisa's suspicious when Sam is in a bad mood. Natasha admits she can't afford to keep Will at his school anymore. Nicola tells Rodney that the Bishop confirmed her wedding date this morning, for the beginning of June.
Sam's distraught about Olena and Eric comforts him, unaware that he was responsible for the situation. Meanwhile, Terry and Brenda are furious with Eric for knowingly allowing Olena to work at the B&B.
Charity's thrilled when Cain reveals that he's set up another car scam at a local hotel. At the bar in her disguise, Charity eyes up her victim Declan. While he's on the phone, Charity swipes his car keys and promptly makes her excuses.
Aaron happily meets Jackson again and comfortable in each other's company, they begin to enjoy themselves. When Jackson goes to the bar, he gives Aaron a quick kiss. They leave the bar in Hotten and as they stand outside, Aaron doesn't see Adam and Scarlett across the road.
Carl and Chas share a worried look when Colleen arrives asking for a private word. He's horrified when Colleen goes on to reveal that she wants Thomas and Anya to move to Saudi Arabia with her.
Carl pleads with Thomas and Anya to stay with him, which leaves Chas feeling uneasy. Paddy tells Adam that Aaron is gay, but urges him not to disclose the secret, and Natasha asks the Sharmas if they would like to invest in her planned expansion of Home Farm, as her financial problems grow.
Aaron is furious when Paddy informs him about Adam's visit, Thomas and Anya tell Chas they want to live with their mother, and Nikhil persuades Jai to consider Natasha's business proposal. Meanwhile, Nicola asks Scarlett to finish the wedding invitations, and Maisie walks in on Douglas and Diane discussing Natasha's financial difficulties. Aaron finds himself in trouble with the Police when he punches Jackson.
Aaron's in turmoil as he's charged with ABH, while Jackson refuses to listen to his excuses. Chas chastises Aaron for being a homophobic thug but she's shell-shocked when Paddy later reveals the reason behind Aaron's actions.
As the garage fills up with smoke, Aaron drifts out of consciousness. Paddy, meanwhile, tries to reassure a concerned Chas about Aaron's situation and they're grateful when Adam offers to look for him around the village.
As Aaron lies unconscious in hospital, the shockwaves of his suicide bid are still being felt. The villagers wonder why he would want to kill himself and Adam is upset that Aaron felt so desperate and alone. But, as Chas and Paddy sit at Aaron's bedside, Chas is getting angry.
Chas apologises to Paddy for blaming him for Aaron's suicide attempt and they're relieved when Aaron finally begins to regain consciousness. The Dingles rally around for Chas and they're delighted when the doctor reveals that Aaron will be okay.
The one person who can put a (sort of) smile on Aaron’s face is Adam. He goes to see Aaron in hospital, dares to make a joke about his suicide bid and doesn’t get thumped! Chas hopes Adam will get Aaron to open up because he's not prepared to confide in her.
Aaron's out of hospital but not out of the closet – and, sadly for him, not out of Chas's reach. She's determined to be there for her son, whether he likes it or not. What Aaron likes is when Adam comes to visit him at Smithy Cottage; Adam doesn't act like he's walking on eggshells around him.
With the pressure on to pay up his rent, Eli targets the B&B to burgle and when the coast's clear, he breaks in. Meanwhile, Eric has hit the bottle in his hour of need and is in bed upstairs. Downstairs, Eli clumsily causes a racket as he attempts to break into the cash tin.
Eli tries to wake an unconscious Eric but greed gets the better of him and he does a runner with the cashbox instead, leaving a bloodied Eric slumped at the bottom of the stairs.
Sam's affronted when Eric quizzes him over the B&B robbery. He innocently denies being involved, insisting that he received a cash advance from Natasha. However, when Eric approaches Natasha, he's dismayed to hear that she did nothing of the sort. Marlon's exasperated when he realises that Eli took the money.
Natasha's clearly relieved when Maisie admits that she fancies Nikhil, not Declan, while Declan's pleased that he seems to be getting to Natasha. The Wyldes have bigger problems, though, when Nathan returns to the village.
Having finally persuaded Natasha to let him stay, Nathan wastes no time in ensuring that Declan knows who he is and his place in the family. When Will gives Nathan a hero's welcome to his brother, Natasha realises that she has to let him stay.
Laurel is shocked when Nicola takes it upon herself to discipline Cathy, Nathan is made to feel more unwelcome in the village, despite making a sincere apology to Faye, and Eve makes her intentions clear to John. Meanwhile, Gennie and Jamie announce their decision to pursue a new life in Newquay.
Viv finds out it was Nicola who bit Cathy's arm and challenges her at Home Farm - in front of Natasha and Declan. Nathan offers to give his mother all the money back in a bid to gain her trust, Eve continues to flirt with John, while Paddy is concerned that Aaron has resigned himself to going to prison.
Viv refuses to listen to reason and feels triumphant when the police arrest Nicola on suspicion of assaulting a minor. Aaron enjoys being back on familiar territory when he returns to the garage for the first time since his suicide attempt, Declan turns the tables on Nathan, and John struggles to ignore Eve's charms.
Nicola can't help herself when she's rude to a police officer, while Viv ignores Bob's pleas to retract her statement. He's left deflated when she treats him like he's betrayed her. At the police station, Nicola's devastated to learn that she has been charged and could be handed a six-month custodial sentence.
Adam resorts to seeking help from Jackson, asking him to drop the charges against Aaron. John risks getting on the wrong side of Cain when he refuses to pay his garage bill, and Nicola worries about going to prison as she prepares for her wedding. Elsewhere, Diane and Charlie grow closer, much to Doug's displeasure.
Eve wanders into Butlers covered in mud and interrupts Adam and Andy. After she showers, she pulls a top on just as John walks in. Allowing himself a sneaky peek, John continues to flirt, which only encourages her. Later in the Woolpack, Eve's flirting doesn't go unnoticed as she sidles up to John at the bar.
John squares up to Cain after learning he sabotaged his car, while Paddy and Chas implore Aaron to reveal the truth about his sexuality as he prepares for the court hearing. Doug interrupts an intimate moment between Charlie and Diane, and an unrepentant Bob lies to get out of a dinner date with Viv.
Aaron remains adamant about his plea and heads to court alone, but is thrown when Jackson turns up at the hearing. John wrestles with his lust for Eve as she continues to play games, Doug's plan for a night out with Diane ends in disappointment, and David makes a last-ditch attempt to secure a mortgage.
Aaron awaits the verdict in court and stuns his friends and family when he tentatively reveals the reason he attacked Jackson. Diane agrees to have dinner with Charlie, but feels guilty when Doug returns home and finds them together, while Andy notices that John likes Eve more than he is letting on.
Doug warns Charlie to keep away from Diane and prepares a romantic meal for her, where he confesses his true feelings. Aaron is horrified when Chas shows him the newspaper article about his court case, and John allows himself to be drawn in by Eve, telling her all about Holly's problems.
Eve's relentless with her flirting as she turns up to work in skimpy attire. When Eve accidentally cuts herself on the farm, she continues her charm offensive with John and enjoys playing the injured girl act. John suggests that he take her home and she's intrigued when she senses a spark between them.
John admits to Eve that their kiss was a mistake and is relieved when she insists that what happened between them will stay between them. However, when Cain threatens to go to Moira, John reluctantly pays the outstanding garage bill. Moira, however, is bemused when she sees their altercation.
Nathan wastes no time stirring up trouble for Natasha, telling Doug, Leyla and Rodney that she plans to close down the shop. Eve shows no remorse when Moira sacks her as Edna looks on, Bob assures Gennie she is doing the right thing by moving away, and Hannah discovers Holly has been thrown out of college.
Jamie catches Gennie and Bob exchanging a kiss at her going-away party, but their attempt to laugh it off falls flat. Nathan warns Declan that he will never step into Mark's shoes, John finds Moira distant after he moves back in, and Natasha confirms to Rodney, Leyla and Doug that they are losing their jobs.
Bob finds himself out on the street when Viv discovers his betrayal, and Jamie asks Gennie to leave him alone until he has had time to think about their relationship. John comes clean to Hannah and Adam about kissing Eve, Scarlett reluctantly agrees to help Holly out financially, and Eve tries to force a reaction from Moira.
Gennie's offered some hope when Jamie reluctantly agrees to go to Newquay with her to start afresh. Meanwhile, Viv's devastated as she tells Bob that their marriage is over. When Jamie arrives to talk to his dad, he's struck when Viv points out that the situation will always hang over him and Gennie.
John and Moira are more than disappointed when they turn up at Holly's college art exhibition and discover that her artwork isn't on show. Returning home puzzled, Moira and John find Holly and Roz. Holly falls into her parents' trap as she lies that she saw her artwork there that morning.
Viv confronts Gennie about sleeping with Bob. Backed into a corner, Gennie tries to explain that it meant nothing and was a huge mistake that resulted in her losing Jamie. Appalled at Gennie's self pity, Viv slaps her firmly across the face.
As Aaron continues with his community service, he's thrown when Wayne asks him about being gay, relaying that he read about him in the paper. Aaron firmly denies Wayne's suggestion, insisting that he only claimed he was gay in the hope that the judge would issue a lighter sentence.
Aaron's humiliated after falling into the lake but when Gary intervenes, Aaron claims that his fall was an accident as he tripped backwards. Wayne smirks as Aaron's forced to change into dry clothes. Back in the village, Adam's sorry to hear that Aaron's had a rough time at community service but insists that they now have more reason to go out.
Nathan warns Natasha not to get close to Declan. Cain and Declan lock horns over Declan's building work. Aaron is gutted after his run-in with Jackson.
Natasha and Declan embark on a secret affair. John agrees to go easier on Holly. Aaron is unimpressed to discover that Adam put Declan in touch with Jackson.
Holly tries to convince John that she's a reformed character. However, when Rhona visits the farm, John's surprised to discover that a stash of ketamine has disappeared. John immediately presumes that Holly's to blame and she's outraged when he frantically searches her bedroom. Meanwhile, the tension's palpable at Home Farm as Nathan insists on giving Declan a hard time.
Moira insists on a less strict approach with Holly - but will Holly prove her right? Rhona and Paddy have their eye on the same practice. Leyla reveals Nicola's wedding dress.
David's shocked when he heads over to Tania's house only to find her dressed in a skimpy robe. He's relieved, though, when she admits that his cleaning contract is safe. However, David's taken aback when Tania seductively makes a move on him. Little does he know that she's secretly filming the whole incident on a concealed camcorder.
Backed into a corner, David hesitantly turns Tania down, before rushing out of the flat. Back at the B&B, David relays what's just happened to Eric, who's horrified but insists that he mustn't tell Leyla. Outside the pub, though,
David's shocked to discover that Nathan's behind Tania's blackmail in order to ensure that he votes in favour of Declan's planning application. David's torn when Nathan points out the potential damage he could do and offers to pay the deposit on Farrers Barn if David complies.
Nicola has the hangover from hell but is delighted when her brother Paul turns up for the wedding. At the rehearsal, however, Nicola panics that the ceremony won't go ahead, so decides to call it off. Jimmy emotionally pleads that whatever happens in court the following day, they'll get married - somehow. After the rehearsal, Nicola asks Jimmy not to attend the hearing.
As Nicola prepares for the day ahead, she has relented, and allows Jimmy to go with her. Bob turns up, too and when he sees Viv he lets her know he’s there for Nicola, not her. Outside the courtroom, Nicola's unable to hold her nerve and on seeing Viv in the toilets, she offers her a genuine apology.
Hundreds of miles from the village, Diane’s holiday with Charlie has acquired a romantic flavour. One minute, Diane just wants to hold hands and keep everything above the sheets then, after playing the hero, Charlie finds himself being kissed and led to her bed.
Diane returns from France on a high, but Charlie seems unsure whether their relationship can last. Declan learns how low Nathan is prepared to go. Carl tells Eve they can only be friends - but will he be able to stick to it?
Nathan's surprised to walk in on Declan and Natasha together but Natasha insists that he should get used to seeing Declan around. Later, Nathan cruelly reminds Declan that he'll pay for breaking their deal in the long run and threatens to expose their arrangement to Natasha.
Aaron is in danger when Wayne wants payback. Declan refuses to give Nathan the upper hand. Diane admits that she does not want Charlie to leave.
Aaron takes the next step with Jackson. Eve offers to take Edna's place at Pear Tree Cottage. Paddy encourages Marlon to make a move on Rhona.
At Home Farm, Natasha's rocked with horror when a bouquet of flowers arrive with a card attached, signed 'from Mark'. Uneased by the delivery, Natasha worries that her secret's about to be exposed.
Word about Natasha's flowers from beyond the grave spreads through the village. Faye furiously confronts Natasha about knowing more than she's let on, while an off-hand comment from Cain sets Maisie off again in The Woolpack.
Charlie's determined not to take Diane's money but Rodney encourages him to go for it and make the most of their relationship. Later, Charlie shocks Diane when he proposes, stating that if she's moving to France with him, they'll do it properly. Diane agrees and with that, a loudmouthed Val announces their engagement to the locals in the pub, much to Doug's dismay. Meanwhile, Ryan reveals that Nathan was responsible for sending the flowers from Mark. Elsewhere, Paddy suggests to Rhona that she needs to be more obvious with Marlon. At the pub, Marlon's delighted when she smooches his face off, before insisting that he start thinking about his actions a little more.
Cain steps up the game with Natasha and Nathan. Shadrach's drinking leads him into danger. Marlon looks forward to a date with Rhona.
Natasha's tormentor is sure that the Wyldes' know where Mark is and arranges a meeting to confront them. Marlon, meanwhile, arrives at the hospital and is stunned when Shadrach suggests that he should move in with him in a bid to alleviate his guilty conscience. Elsewhere, Diane worries when Charlie seems under the weather.
Natasha's shocked when she catches Nathan taking money from the safe - what's he playing at? Meanwhile, the Bartons return from their holiday on a high but Holly's deflated when she learns that she'll be working on the farm again. With that, they decide to help her find a job elsewhere. Holly's later thrilled by her parents' efforts and swears to her brother Adam that she's off the cocaine. Elsewhere, Declan tries to get back together with Natasha; Bob's worried about providing for the twins now that his job is at risk; and Maisie persuades her to give him another chance.
Nathan reveals the identity of their tormentor to Natasha and admits his belief that cash is the only way to snuff the threat to their secret. Natasha, however, warns her son that paying them off won't rid them of the problem and would more than likely make it worse.
Natasha realises that she's taken a gamble in refusing to pay their blackmailer but she reassures Nathan that it's for the best. Later, the front door rings and Nathan finds a gift for Maisie on the doorstep with a tag signed 'from Dad'.
Doug's suspecting of Charlie when he heads out of the village again. Later, Doug's smug when he realises that Charlie has lied about his whereabouts. With that, Doug informs Laurel and Ashley that he now only needs some evidence to prove to Diane that she's making a huge mistake marrying Charlie.
Holly overdoes the drugs and freaks out. Doug thinks he has rumbled Charlie. David wants to come clean to Leyla.
Diane is furious to hear that Doug has been spying on Charlie. Will Aaron keep Holly's secret? Leyla makes an unwelcome discovery.
Rodney learns the true seriousness of Charlie's illness. Nikhil is wary when he senses that Maisie thinks she is on a promise. David is desperate to win Leyla back.
Charlie wants to call it a day now Diane knows all about his illness. Nathan makes a big mistake by threatening Cain. Maisie's attempts at seducing Nikhil fall flat.
Natasha panics when Will doesn't return home from school. She's irate, though, to receive a text from Cain informing her that Will's with him. When Cain drops Will off at Home Farm, Natasha warns Cain to keep away from her family. Cain, however, suggests that it's time she gave in. Worried about what Cain will do next, Natasha reluctantly admits defeat. Meanwhile, Diane's keen to sell the pub and start her life with Charlie. As she starts taking offers for The Woolpack, Diane keeps his condition a secret. Elsewhere, things are still tense between Carl and Chas; Maisie tells Katie and Adele that he's still not made a move on her and decides she needs to change her tack; Carl enjoys the attention from Eve; and Viv agrees to let Bob take the twins to Newquay.
Natasha caves in to Cain's demands and hands over the cash - something she insists is a one-time deal. Cain, however, knows that there's more where that came from. Back at Home Farm, Natasha begins to crumble, knowing that if Cain doesn't discover her secret, it's only a matter of time before somebody else does. Nathan's worried to see his mother losing her mind and quickly assures her that they can pull through the situation together.
Adele throws an impromptu housewarming party at Victoria Cottage. Holly turns up with Adam but is quickly bored as it's not the kind of party she's used to. Holly finds Scarlett's purse and pockets it, before suggesting to Roz that they head off into town for a night out.
Natasha sits outside the police station in turmoil, ready to hand herself in. Just as she's walking inside, Nathan arrives and emotionally pleads with her to stop and think about what she's doing. Nathan persuades Natasha to not confess to Mark's murder. Meanwhile, Aaron forces Holly to give Scarlett her purse back.
Natasha's moved by Nathan's plea but when he suggests that somebody else could take the rap for Mark's murder, she waivers slightly, before dismissing his idea as ridiculous. Nathan continues to beg Natasha not to be as stupid as to hand herself in. Meanwhile, Adam reluctantly lies to his parents and backs up Holly's story that she was drunk the previous night.
Nathan's forced to deal with the aftermath of Natasha's decision. Meanwhile, Shadrach seems determined to drink himself to death and Marlon is upset because he can’t make his uncle see sense. Lizzie persuades Marlon that Shadrach doesn't need babysitting and so sends him on his date with Rhona. However, on his return home, Marlon's upset to discover that Shadrach's been drinking again. Elsewhere, Aaron and Adam take it upon themselves to talk to Roz about Holly. Holly rails at Adam to back off and insists that she needs him to trust her - and that whatever happens, she needs her friends.
A frightened Shadrach tells Marlon that he doesn't want to die and knows Marlon is right in what he says. With that, Shadrach vows to try and stop drinking - even if it kills him. Jai calls Nikhil's ex Amber and asks her to stop contacting him in the hope it'll help solve Nikhil's problem.
For weeks now, Maisie has been puzzled – and a little insulted – by Nikhil’s refusal to sleep with her. Nikhil is shocked when he receives a visit from his ex-girlfriend Amber. Nikhil takes her back to Holdgate, but Maisie arrives to tell Nikhil how she feels about him. At that moment, a half-naked Amber walks down the stairs, prompting Maisie to storm out in disgust.
Diane bids farewell to her life in the village. Nicola is elated when Scarlett offers to loan them cash for the pub - but who will be the new landlords? Nikhil reveals the truth to Maisie.
Diane and Charlie are all ready to leave. Her new life with Charlie isn’t exactly going the way she thought it would. She knew there would be problems ahead but she thought they would at least be able to get off to a good start – and they haven’t. A worried Rodney phones the hospital, but is informed that there are no records of Charlie or his doctor ever being at the hospital. The new landlords of The Woolpack revel in their new status. Some of the locals are happy to have them behind the bar but others haven’t welcomed them with open arms. Meanwhile, Declan tries to win Natasha around when he reveals that he's booked them a holiday. Natasha's unenthused and regrets not being able to confide in him.
Diane's reeling following recent events. She's stubbornly refusing to accept the reality of her situation, though, and is burying her head in the sand. As Diane worries, Rodney and Doug head off into Hotten, only to find Charlie's shop had never been used. Meanwhile, Marlon takes it upon himself to help Shadrach enjoy his birthday. Marlon reminds the rest of the Dingles about what day it is and decides that they should throw him a birthday party. Elsewhere, Nathan urges Natasha to take Declan up on his offer of a holiday when Cain threatens her again. Natasha's later relieved when Declan confirms that the offer of a short break is still on the table.
Marlon's optimistic that Shadrach's off the booze and excitedly arranges his birthday party. Meanwhile, Shadrach goes for a walk and when he returns and sees everyone gathered at Tall Trees, he's hesitant to join them. Later, he turns up drunk and Marlon furiously tells him he doesn't care if Shadrach drank himself to death. Shadrach immediately buys a six pack of beer. While he is walking over a footbridge, he staggers in pain caused by his liver condition and drops his cans in the river. Whilst trying to retrieve them, he loses his balance due to another sharp pain from his liver and collapses. He is then found by Marlon and Rhona, and is dragged out of the water. Rhona realises it's too late. Marlon holds his uncle's body in his arms, crying. Elsewhere, Diane finally sees Charlie's true colours and Nathan continues to plot while Natasha is away.
Marlon informs the family that Shadrach has died. After Marlon says that he was found face down in a river, Zak shows no sympathy, assuming that he fell over just reaching for a can of ale. The devastated Dingles are further shocked when Marlon reveals that Shadrach had in fact been ill for several weeks.
Reeling from his shock discovery in the woods, Sam bursts into Home Farm and breaks the news to Nathan and Katie. As the police descend on Home Farm, Nathan calls Natasha back from her holiday with Declan. Nathan's on edge as the police begin to ask questions and when his mother returns, she spots a police car and is instantly filled with dread.
Nathan urges Natasha to hold her nerve as the police question the family. Learning that the body has been found, Cain burns Mark's wallet. Zak reflects on Shadrach's departure.
Police pressure on the Wyldes mounts as Nathan is arrested. Ryan and Faye are questioned about Mark's disappearance. Carl is unimpressed that Jimmy will be leaving him in the lurch.
Nathan is shocked to learn that Mark's death could not have been an accident. Zak puts plans in place to give Shadrach a good send-off. Carl is concerned about Chas and Eve's friendship.
Nathan is released without charge, but is furious that Natasha lied to him. Bob promises Viv that he will always care about her. Edna is worried about Eve's debts.
Carl breaks down on a job and Eve kindly offers to go get him for Chas. Flirty Eve saves the day and later Carl tries to repay her by giving her some money. Eve adamantly informs Carl she isn't taking any cash, but still seductively insists he owes her. Meanwhile, a hopeful Viv suggests to Bob that they give their marriage another shot, but they both come to the conclusion that they've lost their spark. Elsewhere, the Dingles give Shadrach a good send-off at his funeral; Leyla is disappointed by lack of custom at her new shop; and tensions run high between Natasha and Nathan.
Nathan relaxes as the police question the Wyldes about a gold chain found near Mark's grave. Natasha panics upon hearing the news, but Nathan assures her that their plan is starting to come together.
The police confirm that the DNA on the chain found near Mark's grave is Ryan's and begin questioning Katie about his whereabouts on the night of Mark's murder. Natasha quietly wonders if their plan is coming to fruition when Faye is taken to the police station.
Ryan is deeply unnerved as the police question him and he can't explain why his chain was near Mark's grave. When officers searching Dale View discover Ryan's jacket is covered in gun residue, it's clear he's going nowhere fast.
The police want to keep Ryan in as long as they can and attain a search warrant for the garage. Cain is troubled when the police find a patch of recently dug earth and when they uncover a gun, Cain is asked to make a statement.
Ryan desperately tries to maintain his innocence as Faye hires him a decent solicitor. Meanwhile, Natasha guiltily comforts Maisie, who is struggling to cope. At the police station, Ryan comes to the conclusion that Nathan framed him, but is trapped when all the forensics confirm that he killed Mark.
Ryan despairs as his solicitor briefs him on what to expect from today's hearing. Meanwhile, Cain is in turmoil as he decides to go and support Ryan in court. At Home Farm, Natasha coldly warns Nathan to stay away from court, but ignoring her, he arrives just as Ryan pleads not guilty. Cain turns to see Nathan smirking as Ryan is refused bail.
Marlon is fuming when his romantic afternoon with Rhona is interrupted by Paddy, who needs her help on an emergency callout. In reality, Paddy needs her to save him from an over-amorous client by pretending she's his girlfriend.
Leyla is stunned when her sister Alicia turns up to warn her that she should stay away from their mother's funeral. After Alicia leaves, Leyla is shaken and snaps at David when he tries to help. He tries to convince her to attend the funeral despite her sister's wishes.
Leyla tells a confused David that she's going to the funeral alone. At the crematorium, Alicia is fuming when Leyla comes to sit with her at the front.
Aaron is bemused when Jackson explains that Paddy said it'd be okay for him and mum Hazel to stay at Smithy for a while. As Aaron questions Paddy over why he's agreed to let them stay, Paddy's confused by his reluctance.
Having barred him from the funeral, Leyla lets David join her on the journey to scatter her mother’s ashes and opens up, sharing happy memories of her mum.
Leyla assures David that she needs Doug to get his hygiene certificate more than she needs him to look after her when David suggests Doug postpones his course. Alone in the shop, Leyla leaves Justin a voicemail asking him to call her back.
Andy is relieved when Rhona doesn't question his story about the broken cupboard. Later, Adele agrees to talk to Andy privately, but when she tells him they need to break up, he tries to stop her from leaving. Scared, she rushes out as Andy tries really hard to control his anger.
Andy refuses to talk to Katie about last night, while Adele insists she is over him. Katie's disappointed to hear they won't be getting back together but understands why Adele has been scared off. Later, Andy vulnerably reaches out to Katie and breaks down in her arms as he begs for help.
Holly is geared up for a night out with Roz and does a line of coke at work to get her through the day. However, her plans to go out are thwarted when Moira agrees for Holly to babysit for Laurel. Later, Holly's thrilled when Roz turns up at Mulberry, but Roz is disgusted when she insists on doing a line.
Ashley heads straight round to John and Moira's to fill them in on the situation with Holly. They convince him not to call the police and tensely wait for her to return.
Moira is worried when she realises Holly's not in her room. At the pub, Moira is forced to admit to Nicola and Val what happened, and it's not long before mouthy Nicola makes it public knowledge.
Eve enjoys a girls' night in at Mill Cottage with Chas, Charity and Scarlett. But when Carl interrupts the raucous night, he and Eve share a charged glance. After everyone leaves and Chas goes to bed, Carl bids Eve goodnight. The sexual tension crackles and unable to hold back any longer, Carl grabs her as she goes. T
Moira and John's hunt for Holly is unsuccessful. Eve is hurt by Carl's indifference. Cain visits Ryan, but keeps quiet about what he knows.
Maisie discovers that she may have evidence that could help Ryan. Laurel and Ashley drum up interest in the art class. Carl cannot keep his eyes off Eve.
Nathan and Natasha panic as Maisie starts to doubt Ryan's guilt. Carl refuses to let sleeping dogs lie. An impulsive Nicola decides to teach Jimmy a lesson.
Maisie is suspicious when her mobile phone goes missing. Nicola's lock-in appears to get results. Carl and Eve are almost caught by Edna..
On her way to visit Ryan, Faye bumps into Maisie and suggests that Nathan could have taken her phone. At prison, Ryan is devastated when Faye tells him what's happened and she's left reeling when he makes a scene and is dragged away.
Carl sets the wheels in motion for an afternoon of passion with Eve when he lies to Chas that he's doing a long haul drive later. After secretly booking a hotel room, he rings Eve and tells her where to meet him.
Carl suggests to Eve they make a night of it next time, but later when Scarlett lets on that Chas and Carl are still having sex, it's clear Carl is in the doghouse. However, he quickly wins Eve round and it's clear he can cope with the double life when Chas drops in.
Natasha seethes when Ryan arrives at Mark's funeral flanked by two policemen, but she coolly stops Nathan from making a scene. At the cemetery, Nathan spitefully intervenes when Ryan pleads with Maisie to believe him.
Maisie is stunned to find out that Sam has been keeping a secret about Mark. As she talks to him about her belief that Ryan is innocent, a sympathetic Sam confides to her about Cain finding Mark's wallet. Cain is angered when Sam tells him what happened, leading him to confront Maisie while she's alone at Home Farm. Marlon has a proposal for Rhona; unhappy that they can't spend more time together, he wants to ask her to move in with him.
Cain's confession confirms Maisie's worst fears. When Cain makes it clear that going to the police will do her no good, she confides everything in Declan, whose own stories back up what Cain told her. Both stunned by what they now know, they wonder what to do next. Under pressure Rhona agrees to move in with Marlon. She and Paddy are thrown when Marlon gets down on one knee, holding a ring box, but inside is a house key. Eve and Carl continue to take risks, kissing at Katie's party while everyone else is outside listening to a drunken Brenda. Andy is annoyed to learn about the party, and then about Rhona moving out; he makes awkward eye contact with Adele while taking out the bins. Leyla continues to distance herself from David, even turning down a trip.
Maisie's attempts to help Ryan arouse suspicion at home. Leyla goes behind David's back to meet Justin. Rhona struggles to match Marlon's enthusiasm about her moving in.
David's suspicions deepen after Leyla lies about meeting Justin. Katie gets tough with Andy about his counselling. Maisie is convinced that Natasha is hiding something.
David demands that Leyla tell him the truth. Maisie suspects that Ryan was framed and that the real killer is close to home. Eve and Scarlett are shocked when Holly asks them for money.
Maisie's frustration with her family builds to breaking point. John and Moira try to convince Holly to come home. Carl plays a dangerous game with Chas and Eve.
Moira is touched when Laurel offers to take her into town to search for Holly. Laurel comforts Moira when she's left heartbroken after their fruitless search. When they return, John is furious she didn't tell him she was going to look for their daughter. However, things take a turn for the worse when they discover they've been burgled.
Eve is shocked to see Chas and Charity at the club, as is Carl when he arrives. He lies that he was there to pick up Scarlett. As Charity and Chas ogle a male stripper, Eve uses a distraction to get close to Carl. The two of them later make a commotion outside Edna's house, and Edna questions Eve about the man she must be involved with.
Nicola starts to have doubts about running The Woolpack. A suspicious Edna confronts Eve after finding a man's watch in her living room. Eve's anger at Edna's lack of trust in her leads her to leave. Chas offers her a place to stay, much to Carl's unease. John and Moira discover who burgled their house. Natasha continues to evade Declan's questions.
Declan and Natasha reach a painful crossroads. Moira works on John to take drastic measures against Holly. Carl struggles living under the same roof as Eve and Chas.
Jimmy is floored when Nicola admits that she doesn't want the pub life anymore. He's incredulous at her change of heart as it's come just as he's enjoying himself. However, when she starts to get upset about missing out on Angelica and the family, he is torn. As they tentatively approach Diane about it, she explodes and screams at them to get out.
Leyla is shocked when an unexpected visitor brings bad news. Nathan and Natasha are at Declan's mercy over Home Farm. Diane tries to keep it together now she is back at square one.
Leyla panics when a furious Alicia arrives in the shop with Jacob and accuses her of wrecking her marriage in front of Eric and Doug. In Farrers Barn, Leyla protests that Alicia's marriage problems are her own doing, but Alicia cuts her deep when she asserts that their mother would hate her if she was alive.
As Leyla and Alicia square off, Leyla has a big decision to make. Moira, posing as Roz, confronts Holly over the break-in. She drags Holly to the car and drives her away. Hazel and Paddy persuade Aaron to do the right thing by Pearl. Diane and Nicola make amends over the sale of The Woolpack falling through. Eve tells Carl how hard it is to hear him at night with Chas. Jimmy, who returns to get his old job at the haulage company back, nearly catches them kissing.
Holly panics when Moira drives her to the police station and asks them to arrest her for theft. John is stunned when he realises Moira has shopped their own daughter, however the PC suggests she needs counselling rather than punishment. Moira concedes not to press charges and PC Swirling scares Holly before releasing her. A tear-stained Holly tells her parents why she stole from them and how sorry she is, but they're shocked when she makes it clear she has no intention of coming home with them.
John and Moira decide to pay Holly a visit at the address she gave them. Dishevelled, she lets them in and Moira's doubtful when she says that she's fine. The atmosphere is tense, but John and Moira try to remain cheerful. Moira questions Holly about her living arrangements, but Holly is defensive and feeds them another lie.
Katie continues to help Andy and refuses to let him skip his counselling session, so she insists on going along with him. Katie waits outside while Andy's counsellor gets started. Andy's mood soon darkens when his counsellor asks him to revisit past girlfriends. When Andy comes out, he storms straight past Katie, leaving her confused.
Adele chats with Katie, who is distracted from the argument she'd had with Andy the day before. They run into Lizzie, who is over the moon about her relationship with Bob. Carl complains to Eve about how difficult it is to not be able to have sex with her when she's sharing a house with he and Chas. She says he'll just have to deal with it. Andy has breakfast with Sarah in the cafe, to try to make things up with Katie.
Aaron's attempt to stand up to Mickey goes horribly wrong. Katie urges Andy to understand they have not got a future together. Eve and Edna tentatively reconcile.
Pearl sees Mickey near Smithy, she asks if he's here to speak to Paddy when she notices his dog has blood on him, unaware of Clyde lying severely injured by his kennel. Jackson invites Cain to join him and Aaron for a drink later. Going home to feed Clyde, Aaron pushes past Paddy, who's still irritated from yesterday. Paddy and Rhona rush to help when they hear Aaron's shout, shocked at the state of Clyde.
Having spent the night on the sofa, Jackson's past caring about Aaron's vendetta against Mickey. Jackson tells Paddy and Hazel he's moving in with Andy. Chas is gutted to see Jackson moving into Dale Head and confronts Aaron, telling him he's a fool if he lets Jackson go because of Mickey.
Leyla begs David to forgive her for not telling him sooner. Catching them arguing, Alicia reminds them that Jacob is unaware Leyla is his biological mother. David's speechless when Leyla tells him she wants Alicia and Jacob to stay.
Ryan's cell mate Curtis is worrying about his girlfriend back home when Abi comes in with the post. Ryan asks to see his solicitor later. Alicia is giving Jacob breakfast and David tells Leyla they need to talk. Leyla won't talk in front of Jacob so David storms out.
Jackson takes matters into his own hands with Mickey. Ryan is wary of the growing attraction between him and Abi. Alicia admits she is jealous of Leyla.
Mark's will contains a sting in the tail for Natasha. Chas worries that Carl is up to something. Jackson is convinced that Aaron does not share his feelings.
Declan reveals his hand to a stunned Natasha. Ryan finds himself in trouble with his cellmate. Chas discovers Carl's other mobile phone.
John is suspicious of Holly's motives. Faye will not be intimidated over the will. Carl is forced to think on his feet to cover his lies.
Holly panics when Dan throws her out of the flat and tells her there'll be no more freebies - if she wants drugs, she'll have to pay for them. Villagers are wary when she arrives at The Woolpack and gets wasted. Aware of the atmosphere, Holly storms out and starts stumbling around the village.
Holly is suffering the comedown after last night's high, and is desperate to leave, but Moira forces her to see a doctor. When Dr Abbott arrives, she knows that Holly is lying and insists she start being honest. John asks Dr Abbott about Holly's condition, but she reiterates that Holly is over 18 and she can't breach patient confidentiality. As Holly's comedown hits a low, she begs John and Moira to let her go as she needs a fix.
Chas is excited about her holiday and Carl's secretly ecstatic to be left home alone to spend more time with Eve. However, Charity arrives to tell Chas that she can't leave Noah. A gutted Carl approaches Katie and persuades her to go with Chas on the holiday. Chas's mood is once again uplifted and she's happy with Carl's supposed 'good intentions'.
Faye is surprised when Abi turns up in the village and tells her to make sure Ryan keeps his head down in future. However, scheming Nathan sees Abi leaving Tenant and recognises her from prison. Nathan concludes that Abi must be helping Ryan.
Diane cracks when she finds Victoria having a party at Dale View. Later, as she regrets the fact that she's taken her own stress out on Victoria and humiliated her in front of her friends, Doug calms her down and re-offers to ease her worries with a loan. When Doug refuses to take no for an answer, Diane is touched by his kindness and tearfully accepts. Meanwhile, as Isaac flirts with another girl at Victoria's party, Hannah can't help but feel under pressure to sleep with him and leads Isaac to one of the bedrooms. However, she panics when Isaac tells her there was an accident with the protection he used, and she runs out, embarrassed. Elsewhere, David takes charge of bickering sisters Leyla and Alicia, chastising Leyla for being overly maternal of Jacob - but he only leaves Leyla annoyed.
Hazel sits with Jackson as Paddy and Aaron look on through the window. Paddy tells Aaron that he's contacted Chas and she'll try to get a flight home from her holiday. Aaron tells him there's no need. John and Moira tease Hannah. She rushes off and leaves a voicemail message to Victoria stating that she's in a mess. Hazel persuades Aaron to go in and speak to Jackson, but Jackson's dad, Jerry, rushes in just as he's about to.
Holly manages to give Moira the slip at counselling. Carl's lies drop Jimmy in trouble with Nicola when Eve accidentally sends sexy text messages to Jimmy. After Carl swears he's not cheating, Jimmy lies to Nicola that a woman he works with has been sending them and he gave Carl her number to get her off his back. Hannah confides in Diane about her losing her virginity to Isaac and taking the morning after pill. She tries to talk to Moira, but Holly returns home. John soon goes to her room to invite her to a family meal, but he realises she's just taken something. As they get her onto the bed, they're horrified when she tells them she's taken heroin. When Aaron continues to stay away from Jackson's bedside, Hazel berates Jerry for telling him not to be there. Amy continues to butter up Val while staying at the B&B.
Eve arrives back from France and is confused by Jimmy's disapproval. She quickly arranges a night with Carl, and when she hears about Chas being away it's clear that she's happy to be number one for a while. The lies and secrecy are taking their toll on Jimmy, as he deals with Nicola's belief that he has a fancy woman. Later, Jimmy enters Mill Cottage and is stunned at Eve's state of undress.
Eve decides she has had enough of being second best. How will Carl react to her ultimatum? Victoria discovers Amy's real identity. Maisie agrees to try and help Ryan at the trial..
Natasha's shocked when Maisie turns up at Home Farm and informs her that she's going to testify. Meanwhile, Faye's surprised when Abi finds her and explains she's been transferred because someone reported her to the governor. In the village, Nathan is furious to see Maisie being comforted by Faye. When Maisie insists she'd rather stay with Faye than a murderer, it's clear that she's pushed the wrong button with Nathan.
Nathan almost lets too much slip in his distress as he confronts Maisie in the street. Natasha sees what's going on and quickly intervenes as Nathan guiltily tries to explain. Maisie and Faye are left wondering what Nathan means when he screams that whatever he's done was for her and Will. Back at Home Farm, Nathan is tormented to realise he's losing Maisie and his inheritance as Natasha emotionally forces him to face the fact there's no going back now. Meanwhile, Alicia wants a job in the village and plots to try to get Doug fired from Leyla's shop so she can have the position instead. Leyla outright refuses, so Alicia's job search leads her to The Woolpack. Elsewhere, when Cain gives Amy an ultimatum, she struggles to get the mechanic off her back; and Aaron confronts Jerry.
Maisie is determined to get the truth from her brother and confronts Nathan about killing Mark. She tries to get through to him, but he feigns innocence and deflects her questions. After his run-in with Maisie, Nathan is even more determined to see Ryan go down, believing that it is the only way to get his sister back. Natasha is relieved to have him back on side. Meanwhile, when a social worker turns up, Val and Eric are stunned to discover that Amy is a 15-year-old runaway. The pair hear that Amy has a history of lying and her foster parents are lovely. As Amy is driven away, she signals to Victoria to call her. Elsewhere, Leyla offers to watch Jacob while Alicia works at her new job; Maisie tries to make Cain feel guilty for not helping Ryan; and the crash aftermath continues at the hospital as the doctor breaks terrible news.
Things are looking up for Ryan as Faye fills him in on the goings-on in the village. He prompts Faye to get Cain to watch out for her, Abi and Maisie, worried what Nathan might be capable of. Back in the village, Maisie reluctantly accepts when Faye asks her to stay with her. She makes it clear that it's what Ryan wants and they need to look out for each other. Meanwhile, David confronts Leyla when she seems to be getting a little too maternal towards Jacob while they're babysitting. Later, David and Leyla don't realise Alicia is behind them while they're discussing Jacob. Angry, Alicia reiterates that Leyla is not Jacob's mum. Elsewhere, the fallout of the collision sinks in.
Alicia reluctantly lets Leyla take Jacob to TJ's birthday party with a stern warning to watch what Jacob eats. At the party, Leyla lets Jacob have a piece of cake that Brenda is certain has no nuts in. However, Jacob goes into anaphylactic shock and Leyla has to quickly use an epi-pen. Alicia quickly accuses Leyla of being neglectful and rushes Jacob to hospital. When they return, Leyla is left reeling when Alicia drums it into her and seethes she knows nothing about being a mother. Meanwhile, Maisie is more determined than ever to make Nathan crack and winds him up by revealing that she's staying at Faye's. Later, Cain tells Maisie and Faye that Ryan has asked him to look out for them, but they insist his efforts would be received better in court. Elsewhere, Jai makes new business plans, and Nikhil is put out when Maisie insists she just needs a friend at the moment.
Natasha coolly asks Faye to go for a walk, but it's not long before things get heated and the insults fly. Natasha angrily blames this on Faye, who furiously slaps her. Instinctively, Natasha returns the favour as Faye spits that, whatever happens, she and Nathan will never be free of their guilt. United in their desire to free Ryan, Maisie gives Faye a letter for him as Faye heads out for her visit. However, she's upset to see Ryan so despondent, and in a desperate bid to help her son, she offers to lie in court for him. Meanwhile, Brenda guiltily admits to Leyla that there were traces of nuts in the cake after all. David insists that Leyla should make a genuine apology for slipping up. Elsewhere, Pearl wrongly assumes that Paddy has agreed to take her to a party; Zak realises why Jai is so interested in the old factory; and Laurel is concerned about Diane's loan from Doug.
Ryan is anxious as he is led to court, while Faye arrives with the others and is annoyed to see Natasha and Nathan already there. As the trial begins, Ashley reacts when the prosecution reveals details of Ryan and Maisie's relationship. As proceedings continue, a terrified Nathan is called to the stand and swears to tell the whole truth. Meanwhile, despite what's happened, Paddy looks forward to the party with Rhona and is baffled by Pearl's strange behaviour, unaware that Pearl thinks she's going with him Elsewhere, Jai approaches Eric and Val over a possible purchase of the old factory; Laurel reveals to a tearful Diane how she feels about her treatment of Doug; and Viv returns after visiting Donna.
Faye is rightfully angry about Nathan's magnanimous answers to the prosecution's questions. A smug Nathan turns on the innocent son façade, and a thoughtful Cain notes that he's managing to make a good impression. Sam and Doug take it in turn on the stand and, though they try to show Ryan in a good light, the prosecution is damning. Later, Natasha feels utterly alone when she can't get hold of Nathan. As she leaves him a voicemail, she's unaware that Nathan is sitting frightened in a barn, bound and gagged. Lots of people want to know the truth and know Nathan is hiding something. Meanwhile, Pearl covers when she catches Rhona going to the ball with Paddy. As they arrive at the party, the pair are amused to be mistaken as a couple, but enjoy the night nonetheless. Back at the hotel, Rhona and Paddy drunkenly realise they have to share a double bed.
Natasha prepares herself for court and is annoyed that Nathan has seemingly abandoned her. Faye seethes that she'll be listening very closely as Natasha takes to the stand. Natasha falters at her oath as the prosecution begins, but she pulls herself together and plays the grieving widow as she gives her version of events. Still being held captive, Nathan is terrified over his predicament and, later, we finally learn who the kidnapper is. Meanwhile, Jai gets to work on his plans for the barn and decides there's only one way to get around the Dingles as neighbours. However, his proposal to buy their land is angrily rejected by Zak and Lisa. Moving onto plan B, Jai asks Charity to be his project manager. Elsewhere, Moira encourages Holly to talk to Hannah about Isaac, and Rhona is embarrassed when she wakes to find her and Paddy shared a bed.
Holly's recent efforts with Hannah look to be paying off when she is invited to go to the village with her sister to meet Isaac. However, Hannah is distracted by Isaac and chases after Holly when she notices her slip away. Hannah catches Holly buying drugs and storms home to tell their parents. Holly puts on the defensive, but slyly slips the wrap from Hannah's bag when no-one is looking. Moira is left reeling when Hannah reveals Isaac dumped her after she chased after Holly. Meanwhile, Faye tries to reassure a nervous Maisie as she worries about her day in court. As the trial continues, the defence presents the photo of Ryan wearing the chain at Gennie and Jamie's leaving party. Later, it's Maisie's turn on the stand and, feeling pushed, she stuns the jury when she accuses Nathan of framing Ryan.
Maisie and Faye anxiously wait for the verdict of Ryan's trial, while Natasha is frustrated when she still can't get hold of Nathan. As events reach a climax in the courtroom, Ryan finally learns whether he'll be spending his future behind bars for a crime he didn't commit. Charity is shocked to discover that Cain is holding Nathan hostage. Meanwhile, Moira and John are shocked to find Holly completely out of it in the barn. John is at a loss and insists to Moira that they crack down on Holly's freedom. As they toy with their options, Moira tentatively suggests they consider the methadone programme. Elsewhere, Eve continues to nag Carl about dumping Chas, Viv approaches Lizzie to find out what happened between Bob and Hazel while she was away.
Nathan is already scared witless after being held hostage by Cain, but now he realises things are going to get worse when Maisie walks in, full of rage, and threatens him. Seriously fearing for his life, it all becomes too much for Nathan and he begins to crack, and finally he reveals the awful truth to his stunned sister. Maisie doesn`t believe a word of what Nathan has to admit, but it's enough to know for Cain to take Natasha and Will to a very special family gathering in the barn, where Natasha faces an important decision. Meanwhile, Rhona feels guilty after her innocent night with Paddy in the hotel, and when Marlon returns, he notices Rhona's reluctance to spend time alone with him - and also spots some awkward discomfort between Rhona and Paddy. When Betty mentions the party, Marlon confronts the pair, but they lie about the night. Later, Paddy steals a moment with Rhona and questions her coolness with Marlon. She hints she's in love with someone else.
Chas invites Eve along to Gennie's lingerie party - oblivious that she also plans to buy some underwear to wow Carl. Keen to keep her man, Eve cheekily suggests to Carl she's going to show him how lucky he is. Meanwhile, Viv is suspicious of Bob's feelings for Hazel when he reveals that he's going to her art class. Not one to let things lie, Viv heads to the village hall when the art class is over. Elsewhere, the atmosphere remains awkward between Rhona and Paddy; and Charity gets all dolled up to help Jai persuade the surveyor to grant planning permission.
Alicia spitefully insults Chas again and, not one to be made fun of, Chas decides to take revenge. At the lingerie party, Chas is fuming when Alicia spits that Chas is too old for sexy underwear. Picking on the wrong Dingle, Alicia feels the wrath when Chas locks her in a cupboard and steal her clothes. Later, Alicia turns up in The Woolpack wearing a small dressing gown as Chas throws her clothes at her. Meanwhile, Paddy is apprehensive when Marlon asks him if he and Rhona have fallen out again. Marlon admits that he's noticed how distant she's been and is going to confront her. However, he's hurt and puzzled when Rhona snaps that there's nothing wrong.
Amy arrives back in the village after skiving school and helps Victoria at work so they can go into town. As they spend time together, Amy tells Victoria that she can't go back to her foster parents and urges her new friend to let her stay at the B&B. Meanwhile, Marlon is encouraged when Rhona agrees to get some time off work so they can spend the afternoon together. However, when they're finally alone, she's curt with him and leaves Marlon bemused when she makes an excuse and leaves early. Elsewhere, Hazel assures Bob that she set Viv straight, but Viv surprises them both when she lies that she's met someone.
Rhona is racked with guilt when Marlon delivers a huge bunch of flowers to the vets. When Paddy urges her to stop messing his friend around, she decides that she can't help her feelings and decides to call it a day. Marlon is left reeling when Rhona evades his questions about there being someone else. Meanwhile, Eve is unimpressed when Chas is all over Carl after a passionate weekend. She coolly warns Carl that he can't have her until he's dumped Chas. However, she storms out when Carl won't put a date on it. Elsewhere, Cain is irked by Charity's new commitment to her work, and when Val and Eric worry that there are rats at the B&B, Victoria warns Amy that she'll have to be quieter in the cellar.
Eve is uneasy when Chas asks her for a coffee. After Carl interrupts, Eve sounds off at how much hurt they are causing by keeping their relationship from Chas and insists that she has to be told. Later, defying his objections, Eve heads to Mill Cottage and it's clear she's building up to tell Chas the truth, but when Carl arrives home, he thwarts her plan. Furious at what Eve was about to do, Carl angrily warns her not to meddle in his life and she's stunned when he cruelly tells her that he's changed his mind about them. Meanwhile, Marlon catches Rhona collecting her belongings from Tall Trees and is gutted when she admits she only ever loved him as a mate. Later, feeling guilty about being Marlon's shoulder to cry on, Paddy feigns ignorance when Marlon questions if he knows the reason Rhona dumped him.
Eve finally comes to terms with being Carl's bit on the side and pounces on him back at Mill Cottage, determined to make up for lost time. After their moment in the sack, Carl's thrown to see Chas pull up on the drive and bundles a half dressed Eve out the back door, bluffing his way through an excuse for being at home. Later, Chas ropes Charity into a night on the town and as she's getting ready upstairs, Charity is bemused to find Chas's bra. As Charity taunts Chas for being a hussy, her face turns sour and it quickly becomes apparent the sexy item doesn't belong to her. Meanwhile, after being preoccupied at the café, Viv is shocked to find the till wide open and cash missing. Shaken by the burglary, Viv seeks comfort in the arms of her former flame Bob.
Chas is shell-shocked as the realisation that Carl must be having an affair sinks in. As she frantically waves the bra around shouting the odds to Charity, Chas notices the label in the bra means it was bought from the lingerie party the other night. Furious that Carl is cheating on her with one of her friends, Chas sets off on the warpath. Despite being out for blood, Charity manages to persuade her to play clever. Hammering on Victoria's door, Katie is perturbed to find Chas and Charity on the doorstep, adamant they want to purchase more underwear. As Chas flicks through the catalogue and picks out the one she found, Gennie confirms her worst fears and reveals that Eve bought that same set at the party. Meanwhile, Bob is on hand to comfort a shaken Viv, who is still upset about the robbery. Grateful for his support, Viv insists she's okay and sends Bob and Hazel off to the pub.
A livid Chas admits she'd be hurt if she could see beyond blind fury and is determined to make Eve and Carl pay for their sordid deception. Sensing Chas's anguish, Charity implores her to hold out and make Carl pay for his deceit, so they replace the bra where they found it. Eve tries to steal a moment with Carl, but he insists they need to locate her missing bra first. Assuming the coast is clear, Carl is relieved to finally find the bra underneath the sofa, but as he stuffs it into his pocket, he jumps as Chas suddenly appears from upstairs proclaiming she felt too ill to go out. Meanwhile, Adam insists on teaching his sister a life lesson and takes her to visit Jackson, but Aaron is unhappy over his methods. Later, when Hazel's painkillers go missing, Adam lays into Holly for stealing them. She denies doing so, but is she telling the truth?
Unable to sleep in the same bed as Carl, Chas has spent the night on the sofa and hides her bitterness towards the man she once loved. Charity urges Chas to wait this one out and make them suffer. Later, as the village bonfire gets under way, Eve is furious to find that toffee has been dumped in her hat and is now hardening in her hair. With poor Jacob in the firing line for the commotion, Alicia jumps to her son's defence and a row ensues. As Chas feigns concern, it becomes clear Jacob isn't the one responsible for the mishap and she takes great delight in watching Eve tug a comb through her hair. Chas clearly has a taste for revenge and next time promises no petty prank - she's upping her game and Carl is next.
Chas ramps up her plans for revenge on Carl as she steals his office keys and destroys all his records and files. John and Moira are appalled at the depths to which Holly is prepared to sink after she sneaks out of the farmhouse - when Bob and Hazel later find her alongside the road and bring her home, she admits that she sold her body for drug money. Paddy does his best to support Marlon in spite of knowing the truth about Rhona, finally convincing him to move on from her. Diane senses Andy is falling for Katie again. Cain pushes Aaron to face Jackson's condition and being one of his carers. He also convinces Ryan to return to work. Later that day, Ryan makes an uneasy peace with Maisie in the pub, but has to be held back by Cain when Nathan tries to mend fences.
As Paddy heads into work with a banging headache, he's forced to admit to Rhona that he was out on the town with Marlon last night. However, their conversation is cut short when a mysterious woman arrives looking for Paddy. It's clear that Paddy pulled last night and Rhona is upset when she hears that he plans to see the woman again. Later, Rhona is unable to ignore her feelings for any longer and questions Paddy's game, sure he's doing it to mask his true feelings. Rhona opens her heart and tells Paddy how she really feels. Meanwhile, John and Moira find Holly riffling through the medicine cabinet, desperate for something to take. In sheer desperation, John takes drastic action by fitting a bolt to her bedroom door. With her mobile confiscated, the door bolted and their fragile junkie daughter locked inside, John and Moira can only pray they are doing the right thing.
As the tension between them continues, Paddy asks Rhona to talk. As he finally acknowledges the chemistry between them, Rhona is setting herself up for rejection, but Paddy confesses she's gorgeous and pulls her in for a kiss. Immediately feeling disloyal to Marlon, Paddy pulls back. Rhona insists she and Marlon are over, but Paddy refuses to betray his friend, even if that means denying his true feelings. Meanwhile, Hazel remains positive about her son's surgery, but Jackson is unsure he should be hoping for miracles. Aaron's grateful when Adam offers to go with him to the hospital tomorrow when Jackson has his surgery. Elsewhere, Diane offers to give Hannah a home until Holly is better, Viv resorts to drastic measures to get Bob's attention, and Jai gives Charity a proposition that means screwing over her own.
Aaron, Hazel, Jerry and Adam rally round Jackson's bedside as he awaits his operation. Hazel attempts to keep the mood light-hearted, but when doctors arrive to take Jackson to surgery, the atmosphere becomes sombre and everyone is left to say their goodbyes. As they await Jackson's return, Adam attempts to get a subdued Aaron to talk, but his reluctance is obvious. With no sign of Jackson, Aaron starts quizzing anyone that walks past, anxious to know he's okay. Moments later, Jackson is returned to his room but the consultant has no news. They are told to wait until Jackson comes round and so the waiting game agonisingly continues.
As the consultants carry out reflex tests on Jackson, his family and friends wait outside for news on the results. Jackson's raw anxiety is evident as the consultant asks if he can feel the pin he places against his body. Jackson fights back tears of disappointment as it becomes clear he can't feel anything. Frustrated that there are still no answers, Hazel tracks down the consultant and forces him to admit that it's looking highly likely that Jackson will remain paralysed from his shoulders down.
At the spinal unit, the atmosphere is awkward as Aaron attempts to make small talk with a despondent Jackson. As the boys sit in silence, a nurse arrives to carry out a personal hygiene task. Full of humiliation at Aaron seeing just how much help he needs, Jackson's overcome with rage and orders Aaron to get out. Later, Aaron finds the courage to return and tries to make light of the situation, joking that Jackson should stop feeling sorry for himself. Incredulous, Jackson tells Aaron to leave and spits that he holds him fully responsible. Floored to hear the words, Aaron's rocked as Jackson tells him he never wants to see him again. Meanwhile, Cain is thrilled when Debbie returns from Jersey, but is curious over her rather sudden reappearance.
Following Rhona's stark news, Paddy confronts Rhona over her plans to leave. Despite being forced to work together on a job up at Butler's, Paddy and Rhona can't seem to agree the best way forward considering the circumstances. Back at the vets, as the pair continue to squabble over the situation, months of sexual tension spill over and they fall into a passionate embrace. Upstairs, they both admit they didn't see it coming and, with guilt descending on them, agonise over what to do now. Meanwhile, Hazel asks Jackson if Aaron has been to visit today, but Jackson reminds his mum that he wants nothing more to do with Aaron.
Carl is snowed under and, handing Eve his card, asks her to get some cash out for him. Chas pretends not to notice when she finds Carl and Eve suspiciously close. While Scarlett hands over the stag cash kitty to Eve and asks her to keep hold of it, Chas is watching her every move.
Nathan is smug as he shows the potential new buyer round Home Farm. Upon introduction to Declan, the air is icy as he quizzes her background and credentials. Having done a tour of the property, the potential buyer puts her cards on the table and admits that she doesn't think the house, land and business is worth what she first thought and lowers her official offer.
Nathan is pleased to have accepted an offer on Home Farm and doesn't hesitate in taking the opportunity to wind up Declan by announcing that his new business partner was the woman he took an instant dislike to yesterday. Sensing he has the upper hand, Nathan reveals the new boss will be arriving shortly. Later, the buyer saunters in over two hours late. Despite Declan appearing desperate to put her off her purchase, she takes a call before announcing that the contract has been signed and Home Farm is officially hers.
Paddy is still reluctant to tell Marlon the truth, so Rhona calls Marlon to arrange to meet him. Paddy is anxious when Marlon questions what Rhona could want to meet for. Later, Rhona realises she has missed her period and rushes out to buy a test. Marlon's annoyed at being stood up by his ex and refuses to let her mess him around anymore. At the vets, Rhona tearfully explains to Paddy that things have just got a lot worse.
Chas kick-starts her masterplan and goes about inviting everyone to the pub later, including Eve. Later, Carl is buoyed with regret when he sees Chas looking stunning. Despite herself, she relents when he pulls her into a passionate embrace. When they arrive at the pub, Charity gets Chas to pull herself together as she plots revenge. When Eve turns up, she is put out to learn that Chas and Carl reignited their passion ahead of their night at the pub.
It's the morning after the night before, and Chas' façade shows signs of cracking as Carl feigns enthusiasm about their engagement. Determined, she makes it clear that she wants the wedding sooner rather than later. However, when Carl resists her enthusiasm to have the wedding ASAP, Chas begins to panic that she won't be able to pull off her master plan. After relaying her concerns to Charity, she's reassured the scam will work - she just needs to up the ante and get him down the aisle fast. In the pub that night, Chas orders orange juice and the penny finally drops for Carl, who's elated when she 'confirms' that she's pregnant.
Maisie and Will refuse to join Nathan to watch Natasha being sentenced, but they are both clearly saddened by the news that she's received at least 21 years inside. In the pub, Nathan is drowning his sorrows and turns his venom on Ryan as he smugly offers to buy him a drink with the fortune he's made selling Home Farm. Venting his anger about his mum, Nathan gloats that he's now a millionaire and Maisie has stuck by him.
Nathan is surprised when Ryan shows up and wants to know why he set him up. As Nathan gloats, Ryan pleads to know who framed him and lays it on thick about Natasha rotting away in prison. Incensed, Nathan spits that he did set him up and watching him get sent down was one of the best moments of his life. Later, Declan approaches Ryan at the garage and hands him a recording of Nathan's confession, which he thinks the police would love to hear.
Nathan boils with anger as he confronts Ryan over setting him up. Ryan makes him sweat about the recording, and states the only way he'll drop it is if Nathan signs over his fortune to a trust for Will. Making his way to Holdgate, Nathan pleads with Maisie and tells her he's just signed over all his cash to Will to prove how much he loves them. However, Maisie opens the door to reveal Ryan stood next to her, and before closing the door in Nathan's face, she asserts that he'd never do anything so selfless by choice.
Declan celebrates his fresh start with a party at his bachelor pad, but is uneasy that Ella is being so elusive over transferring the house. Alicia arrives at the party looking stunning and Declan quickly makes a beeline for her. As they flirt, he moves in for a kiss but in mid-clinch, Declan hears a familiar voice and pauses to see Ella and his daughter Mia have arrived. Shocked at their unexpected return, Declan questions what Ella's up to but she avoids his questions and continues to enjoy the party, while Mia enjoys winding up Alicia.
Moira is determined to wean Holly off the heroin and gives her a ration for the day. However, when Roz calls round again, she's instantly aware Holly's on something and asks where she got it. Moira asks her to leave, but Roz pleads with Adam to trust her and when he angrily confronts Holly,
Holly's need for a fix is increasing and Moira can't bear to see her in pain. Giving Holly the last of the wrap, she's terrified when Adam and John come upstairs and Holly spills it over the carpet in the panic. They don't suspect anything, but John feels they've moved on a step and wants to take the bolt off Holly's door. Agreeing to a compromise, they leave the room but Holly is in distress about the lost fix. Feeling like an addict herself, Moira goes off to buy more drugs.
John panics when he finds Holly agitated in her room. Deeply uneasy, Adam tells John that he thinks he knows why she's so fraught and so desperate for her mum. At the police station, ashamed Moira is unable to face her family and calls Diane. She tells the truth, but the officers emphasise the seriousness of her crime - possession with intent to supply. Back at the house, Adam tells John it's not a lapse, its fresh withdrawal - he thinks Moira's gone to score for Holly.
John has spent the night in his Land Rover and is refusing to talk to Moira. Holly is terrified as she heads back to withdrawal, but Moira can't help her and is at a loss as to what to do. When John arrives home full of anger, he calls Holly down and tells Moira he has a wrap - he wants to know what's so great about heroin. John tells Holly to set it up for him and they'll share it, but she refuses.
It's a bittersweet moment for Jackson and Hazel when he's moved into a wheelchair. Although both are relieved, they're reminded of the seriousness of Jackson's disability and his absolute helplessness. Jerry arrives at the hospital and offers Hazel a cheque to help with the costs, but it's not much and tempers flare up again. The pair eventually call a truce, but Hazel is still worried about affording accommodation until Declan kindly offers to let her have Dale Head at a token rent.
Hazel is concerned over how Jackson might react to renting the house next door to Aaron's work. Having got the keys from Declan, Hazel shows Rhona and Paddy around, describing her ambitious plans to renovate it. They're all concerned by Aaron's dismissive reaction when Hazel mentions moving to Dale Head.
Aaron dismisses Hazel when she tells him that Jackson was just giving him a way out of feeling obligated to care for him. Aaron leaves full of self-loathing after overhearing Hazel explain to Paddy her sadness about Jackson's loveless future. Later, Aaron agrees to go home with a man in Bar West, but at the last minute ducks out and visits Jackson where he explains he's tried to move on but can't. He begs Jackson to move to Dale Head, saying they belong together. Meanwhile, Terry confronts Viv about finding her housekeys. She explains how lonely she's felt since the separation and begs him not to reveal her deceit. Elsewhere, Chas gets emotional when Carl speaks about how much he trusts her, while Sam is distressed to hear that Samson might be dyslexic.
Hazel is thrilled when Aaron reveals that he and Jackson have patched things up and he's committed to him, however Paddy still has his doubts. Later, Aaron and Jackson escape from the hospital and head to Bar West. Jackson feels pitying eyes are on him and worries he's not ready to face the world yet. With renewed determination, Jackson finally agrees to go in and although he's conscious all eyes are on him, he tries his best to enjoy himself. When they return to the spinal unit,
Chas is worried about the number of people who'll be caught in the crossfire at the wedding. However, as she and Carl hand out the invites, she knows there's no going back. Chas feels terrible when Carl arranges to go to Wishing Well for dinner and tries to cancel, but Carl won't have it and insists on going. As Carl makes a heartfelt speech at dinner and Zak welcomes him to the family, Chas feels wretched, but is sure she's sensed a change in him. Meanwhile, Paddy and Marlon sit together in the café and although it's awkward, their old banter returns to disguise the deeper issue. Later, when Rhona tells Paddy she has a scan tomorrow, he suggests asking Marlon to come along. Marlon tells her he hasn't changed his mind but gives his blessing for Paddy to go.
Paddy agrees to accompany Rhona to the scan, but there's a sense she feels Marlon should be there. Rhona's overwhelmed with joy during the scan but panics when the doctor asks for a word. Arriving back in the village, she's bereft and shaken over some unexpected news and Paddy decides to tell Marlon what's happened. Opening the door to a grave Paddy, Marlon knows it's bad news and is in turmoil when Paddy hands him the scan picture and reveals the baby is at a high risk of Down Syndrome.
Katie tells Andy that she's annoyed at him for scowling at Henshall last night, but he can't resist clashing with the detective when he sees him. Diane tells Andy to be careful, while Katie insists to Henshall that she'll deal with Andy herself. Meanwhile, Marlon tells Rhona that he's sorry he wasn't there yesterday and will now be there for her and for the baby. However, as Rhona anxiously waits for more information about her unborn child's condition, she tries to make Marlon understand how this changes everything.
Rhona is still waiting agonisingly for her results and asks a supportive Paddy whether he'll think less of her if she's unsure what to do should the tests be positive. As Marlon, Paddy and Rhona wait nervously for the midwife to arrive, Rhona snaps at Marlon to stop saying everything will be fine. When the midwife finally confirms their fears and reveals that the baby has Down's Syndrome, Rhona gives into the news but Marlon asks for a second test
Hazel is still upset over the situation at Dale Head. Later, in the village carol service, she becomes irritated as Ashley talks about Christmas miracles and, as her anger rises, she demands that Ashley just be honest - there are no miracles and if there is a God, he's cruel and unforgiving.
Jacob tells his new babysitter Amy that he thinks everyone's arguing because of him and asks her to take him to his dad's. The situation between Leyla and Alicia is also frosty, but Alicia is unrepentant - thinking that Leyla should stop getting involved. That night, while Alicia enjoys flirting with Ryan in the pub, Jacob creeps downstairs, puts his coat over his roman soldier costume, lets himself out of the house and heads into the night. Meanwhile, Ashley admits he now realises just what Hazel is going through and wants to donate the church collection to her and Jackson directly. Hazel is touched, but can't accept the grand gesture and decides to put some money towards it herself. However, when a truckload of builders arrive claiming they're here to work on the modifications and they've already been paid for, Hazel is overcome and admits maybe miracles do happen after all.
Leyla, Alicia and David panic when Jacob isn't in his bedroom in the morning. Noticing his shoes and school bag have gone, they realise he's run away and instantly call the police. Meanwhile, on the moors, Jacob is lost, scared and alone. Alicia blames Leyla who was meant to be watching him, while Leyla accuses her sister of being too drunk to check on him when she came in last night. Later, Justin arrives, quickly followed by the police. Everyone soon realises that bickering wont get them anywhere - their little boy is lost in the cold and they need to get out there and find him.
Fears are growing after another cold night with no sign of Jacob, and as the search continues, everyone's terrified that time could be running out. The villagers rally round, but Alicia falls apart when she's informed that a family liaison officer is on his way round. Leyla tries to support her sister, while David comforts Justin who's struggling to cope and blaming Alicia. Returning from a police press conference, the atmosphere between Alicia and Justin is brittle as he continues to accuse her of being a bad mother.
David tries to take in the fact that Justin is Jacob's real father. But things are made worse when it is revealed that Leyla had slept with him in their flat, resulting in Jacob had been conceived, leaving Alicia feeling betrayed by her sister again. Leyla pales as David looks at her in disbelief, but she can't find the strength to deny Justin's claim and crumbles. With Jacob lost and her world falling apart, Alicia is incensed. Over on the moors, Jacob is still in the disused building. As he tries to leave, part of the floor gives way and he falls and is knocked unconscious. Meanwhile, Declan is unimpressed when his dad arrives for Christmas and Carl's romantic behaviour makes Chas wish the wedding was for real.
Jacob has been missing for three days and messages of support flood in as the search appeal goes national. Up on the moors, everyone is searching and when a faint whimper is heard from a disused building followed by a crash, Leyla and David panic upon realising Jacob is trapped. Leyla makes to go inside, but David pulls her back claiming it's too dangerous - he'll go. Inside, as the building starts to crumble further, David sees Jacob.
It's the night of Chas' hen do, and as the festivities get under way and all the girls get their sexy santa costumes on, Chas tries to blot out her feelings. Although she's enjoying giving Eve the majority of dares, Chas is saddened to realise how much she and Carl share when she plays Mr and Mrs.
Charity and Jimmy quickly intervene in Cain and Carl's brawl and Charity drags Cain into the loos. Filling him in about their plan for the sham wedding, she tears a strip off him for nearly ruining everything. Cain is greatly amused by their scheming and hurries to make things up with Carl. He apologises, blaming it all on Eve - insisting he'd made a mistake. Carl can't believe he got away with it.
Hazel and Aaron are gutted when they go to collect Jackson and the doctor informs them that there's been a slight complication and he needs to stay overnight. At the hospital, it's getting late and Jackson's surprised when Aaron arrives, telling him he wasn't going to let him spend Christmas Eve alone. As they watch a DVD on Jackson's bed, there's a tender but bittersweet moment of closeness between them.
It's the day of Carl and Chas's wedding, and while there's a happy atmosphere at Brook Cottage with Carl, Chas is dreading the day ahead at Mill Cottage. Finally in her wedding dress and looking beautiful, Chas contemplates how she feels about being a bride.
Eve and Edna's quiet drink in the Woolpack don`t go as planned when they find Chas and Charity already there. And Chas starts a physical discussion with her rival. Andy is furious with Diane when she warns Katie that she should never have led Andy on. Later, Katie admits that someone has been calling in the middle of the night and hanging up. As the day continues, Andy turns up at The Woolpack asking for a word with Katie. Tired of his obsessing, she tells him to leave it and Chas angrily suggests he get the message.
Katie and Gennie enjoy a night out in Hotten, but they're horrified when they return to discover they've been burgled. The police are taking their time arriving so Gennie convinces Katie to call Henshall. Upon further inspection, they realise not much has been taken but are shocked at the way in which the house has been trashed. Henshall comforts them but admits he is worried that someone is out to get the girls. Meanwhile, Amy is left wondering what Eric is up to when she hands him a letter from 'Elizabeth' and questions if she's his fancy woman. Elsewhere, Leyla tries to convince Alicia to seek legal advice instead of ignoring Justin, and Jackson struggles to come to terms with his new life in the village.
Amy follows Eric to the cemetery as he prepares to meet 'Elizabeth'. Looking at his ex-wife's headstone, he is eager to know who's behind all this. When he arrives back at the B&B, Amy falters that Elizabeth didn't show and when Eric realises she's followed him, he angrily accuses her of being behind it all. Genuinely upset, Amy denies his accusation and accuses Eric of having an affair. But she's stumped when he reveals 'Elizabeth' is his dead wife and they are curious to know who's behind the mischief. Meanwhile, Henshall visits the girls to make sure they're okay, but Katie is awkward over his kindness. Gennie mentions that Andy could have been behind this, but Katie snaps at her. However, it's clear it's crossed her mind too. Later, Gennie's suspicions are further ignited when Ryan tells her that Andy was out somewhere so he wouldn't have seen anything.
As the village remembers the plane crash, Eric seems to be taking the anniversary of his wife's death particularly hard. However, when he finds another sign from 'Elizabeth', he's taken aback and angrily insists that it's Amy who's haunting him. Later, when Eric visits Elizabeth's grave and puts some flowers down, a cold voice from behind startles him. Michael stands there as Eric accuses him of sending the flowers. Michael coolly insists that it wouldn't be his mother, would it?
Eric tries to get away as Michael insists they both know the truth. However, it's clear this business isn't finished. Later, Michael appears in the B&B and introduces himself before relaying that Eric killed his mother. Val quickly shows him the door, but it's clear she wants answers from Eric.
Declan feigns indifference as Ella emerges looking stunning on New Year's Eve. The family head to the pub, and as soon as they get there Declan peels off to join the girls. Meanwhile, Mia flirts with Adam and wonders if he's a free man yet. When Scarlett arrives, Adam can't help but steal a few looks at Mia.
1993
Frank is back working. Zoe asks him to stop drinking and he promises that today is a fresh start. Zoe is sceptical. Lorraine is leaving Lynn's and going back to live with Carol. Michael is glad to see her go. Kathy has been exercising Dark Star. She asks Frank about the future of the stables. Frank tells her not to talk to Kim and that he has made plans. Kathy walks into the stables and finds Kim there. Kim asks her to speak to Frank about the stables and then asks Kathy to get some of her clothes for her. Kathy has to tell her that Frank has cut up her clothes.
Rachel is trying to do some college work before term starts. Sarah asks if she and Sangeeta would look after Robert while she and Jack go and look at a venison farm near Connelton. Rachel suggests taking Robert for a walk. Lynn is actually missing Lorraine as the place seems quiet without her. Michael is bored waiting for his trial and tells Lynn that he is going to go to Hotten to look for a job. A strange man knocks on the door of Victoria Cottage but no one is in. Lorraine has stolen £5 from Carol. Eric drives the fiesta back home to find the mystery men are still there. Michael is following Rachel again as she goes walking with Sangeeta and Robert. Elizabeth finds Mark and Archie working on the Spitfire.
Frank looks terrible after a night of drinking. He refuses Zoe's offer of breakfast and tells her to stop fussing. Eric is having to rush off for the bus as he no longer has a car. Lorraine is going back to school. Carol tells her that she is wearing too much make up. Lorraine is still bitter towards her mum and they row. Kathy tells Chris that she cannot wait to leave Home Farm stables. Kim is looking at a new horse, but she just wants Dark Star. Neil encourages her to go and get him. Archie starts his childminding of Peter Whiteley.
Carol tries to make her peace with Lorraine. They seem to reach an understanding. Elizabeth is talking about Carol and Lorraine to Eric. She thinks that Carol must have known what was going on. Eric does not seem keen on going to see the bank manager, but Elizabeth has made the appointment. Lorraine steals £5 out of her mum's purse and then accepts some more money from her. The bathroom door has jammed at Emmerdale Farm. Robert gets stuck in there and has to be rescued. Zoe is clearing out all Frank's empty bottles.
Neil and Kim have had a restless night. Kim can't get the shotgun and Frank out of her mind. Zoe has taken the key to the gun cupboard. Frank tells her that he would not have killed anyone. Neil reminds Kim that it is her birthday. Archie has told Lynn all about Frank's escapades. Nick is talking about his holiday with Julie. Zoe relates the gun incident to Chris but all he is bothered about is who witnessed it. Zoe thinks that Frank is on the verge of a breakdown and tries to get Chris to realise. Neil has put his friends off tonight. He invites them round for dinner next week instead. Kim doesn't want to go out tonight anyway.
Sarah is pleased that Jack seems to be back to his old self. He is optimistic about the future now that he has had the idea for the co-operative. Sarah warns him not to expect too much. She is no longer keen on the idea of breeding deer. Nick and Archie tell Elizabeth that Meg is in hospital and that she has had a virus. They are trying to sort out a rota for helping Meg and Seth out with food and cleaning but they know that Seth has got his pride. Kathy tells Zoe that she wants to take Dark Star to Kim as he is the only horse left in the stables now. Zoe agrees to keep Frank occupied.
Robert and Sarah look at the damage caused by the hole in the field. Jack has had to borrow a tractor to pull his out of the hole. Michael is helping him. Frank has passed out on the sofa after another drunken night. Kim wants to buy a new dress for the meal with Neil's friends tonight. He suggests that he takes her to Northallerton. She still cannot forget that Frank ripped up her clothes. Frank and Zoe argue.
It is the morning of Lorraine's birthday. Carol has bought her a cassette player. She is appalled to find that her mum is intending to come to her party. Lorraine tells her that she doesn't want her there. Sangeeta is upset to find a rat in the cellar. Alan is busy cooking for Seth and Meg. He confides in Kathy that he knows that they will not appreciate his casserole. Kathy is going to cover for Lynn who has gone to Leeds for the day. Carol comes in to say that she will be able to work this evening after all. Rachel invites Dave to dinner this evening. Jack finds out that the hole has been caused by a lead mine caving in.
Jack is sarcastic about Sarah who is now busy making marmalade for the farm shop. Robert is writing to Annie. Mark is about to set off to Leeds to watch Rachel and Jayesh take part in the three legged race. Seth tells Nick that Meg is back to normal and has been bossing him around all weekend. Nick is excited because he has just booked a holiday for himself, Julie and the children. He suggests that Seth takes Meg on a second honeymoon. Sarah is still peeling oranges for the marmalade. She is determined to help Emmerdale Farm survive by making the farm shop work
It is the morning of Meg's funeral. Seth is at Demdyke. He doesn't seem to be accepting that Meg has died. Kim wants to go to Meg's funeral. Neil doesn't want her to. She gets something through the post. Sarah explains to Mark that even though Seth complained about Meg all the time, that was just his way and he did love her. Mark explains about the fell race to Jack and Sarah. It will consist of a team from Beckindale and one from Leeds. Jack wants to take part, but Mark tells him that he is not fit enough. Kim's letter is from Frank's solicitor. He is citing her adultery with Neil.
Sarah tells Robert that he will have to stay with his friend Ben while they move out of the farmhouse. He thinks that it is going to fall in a hole. Jack tells Sarah that the insurers will pay for temporary accommodation. They still have not told Annie about the move yet. Seth is preparing to go back to work. He tells Elizabeth that he is going to give some of Meg's possessions away. She invites him to tea. Kathy is helping out at the haulage firm.
Elizabeth hides Meg's ornament on the windowsill and remembers that Seth stayed the night when she sees Smokie. Jack and Sarah arrive at Emmerdale Farm for the last milking session. The farmhouse feels cold and damp. Sarah worries about not telling Annie. Seth moves Meg's ornament to the front of the windowsill. Lynn drops Peter off with Archie.
Carol and Lorraine are still rowing. Kathy is still working for the haulage company. She has been reorganising the files and Chris is impressed. Sarah is feeling a bit like a refugee with all their belongings being scattered all over. Jack tries to reassure her. Archie doesn't want to talk to Lynn about Zoe. Michael is getting worried about his trial
Chris arrives at work to find Frank there. He tells Chris that he is divorcing Kim and he does not want Chris to interfere. Alan reminds Elizabeth to pick up a crab for his dinner party. Sarah is worried how they are going to cope on the farm once Michael's trial starts. They hope that he will not go to prison. Michael thanks Sarah for giving him a job.
It is the day before Michael's trial. He asks for the day off. Jack and Sarah are sympathetic. Kim has moved a couple of ornaments around at Neil's. He notices and blames the cleaner. She admits that it was her though and even offers to do some cleaning. Neil is appalled at the idea. Kathy takes a mystery phone call and Chris is suspicious. Nick arrives back from his holiday. He is pleased to see Alice. Lynn tries to reassure Michael that everything will be okay. He is missing Rachel. She is worried when he goes off somewhere. Frank takes a beer out of the fridge instead of food. Neil takes Kim to look at some stables that are for sale. Nick tells Archie that he doesn't love Julie, although they did get on on holiday. Archie tells him that he is depressed about Zoe.
Michael is smartly dressed and up early for his trial. Lynn asks how Rachel was. She realised where Michael went last night. She confronts him about the prowling and tells him to forget Rachel. Eric forces Elizabeth to try and eat something; she is nervous about the trial. Eric is worrying about giving evidence against Michael. Jack and Sarah are still finding it difficult to find a suitable farm within easy reach of Emmerdale Farm. Neil is giving his investment advisor a hard time. He is still mad with Kim for not accepting the stables, but she is determined not to live off another man. Jack and Sarah look round a farmhouse, but it is falling apart. Sarah is horrified when Jack suggests selling up and getting out of farming. Michael is in the dock. Steve and the rest of the gang join him.
It is the final day of Michael's trial. He is due to give evidence today. Elizabeth is not optimistic. Lorraine's social worker is due today, but Lorraine does not want to see her. She rows with Carol. Archie rings up to speak to Zoe. Frank gives Joe his orders for the holiday village. He refuses to talk about Kim though. Neil wants Kim to come for a meal with his friends. She wishes that he had asked her first. Michael's solicitor briefs him before he takes the stand. Joe telephones Kim and she suggests meeting for a drink. They agree on The Woolpack. Jayesh and Sangeeta are taking Rachel out for the day. She sees Eric going into a bank. Steve is blaming Michael for the robbery.
Michael wakes up in his prison cell. Elizabeth has been crying all night. Kim tells Neil that she may take on the stables if she can pay him back. Steve threatens Michael in prison. Alan has booked a 15-day Mediterranean cruise. Carol lets slip to Frank that Joe met Kim in The Woolpack yesterday. The Sugdens have got to move into a new holiday cottage. Alan suggests that they move into The Woolpack while he is away. Steve finds Michael again and is nasty. Rachel has called round to see Elizabeth.
Joe is finding it difficult to live with Mark because he is so untidy. Kim telephones him and asks him to pick her up. Nick is fed up of Seth who is still living with them after Meg's death. Carol wants Lorraine home early so that she can meet the social worker. Archie is in training for the fell race. Kathy can't tell Chris why she will not be in work next week. Everyone notices a smell around Seth. Jack and Sarah are still looking for a farm. Joe helps Kim with her luggage as she moves out of Neil's house. He has left her to it
Archie is finding it difficult to ask Seth to leave. Seth deliberately misunderstands him and offers to pay board instead. Lorraine claims to have the day off school. A salesman is trying to sell a new brand of beer - Bloodaxe - to Alan. Alan isn't interested. Annie has written to Jack to tell him that she will be home soon.
Eric calls round to Bob Thorley's farm to discuss the sale of his cattle - he has 660 pedigree friesians. He mentions that he may have a buyer for his farm if he wants to sell. Bob is unfriendly. Zoe admits to Chris that she is in a bad mood, but will not tell him why. She is having to look after Frank. He is hungover again. Alan gives Lynn her orders before he leaves for his holiday. Rachel, Sangeeta and Jayesh are working out at a gym in preparation for the fell race. Eric tells Jack and Sarah about Bob Thorley's farm
Carol is going to a support group in Hotten. Fiona is taking her. She asks to meet Lorraine later. Frank apologises to Joe for his behaviour last night. He wants Joe to give him Kim's address so that he can talk to her. Joe refuses and says that he will speak to Kim himself. Archie is confused by Zoe's behaviour. Nick tells him to be more demonstrative. The Sugdens are moving into The Woolpack. Kim phones Frank. He wants to meet her. Chris hears a lot of noise outside in the haulage yard. Kathy is driving a HGV.
Sarah and Jack are tired from lambing. Joe arrives and tells them that Bob Thorley wants to see them. Mark is in training. Lorraine's new social worker, Beth Anderson, arrives. She asks to take Lorraine out for tea. Rachel arrives at Home Farm for a visit. She brings her dirty laundry with her. Jack and Sarah have gone up to Hawthorn Cottage to see Bob. He has decided to accept their offer. They are delighted. There is sign of poachers at the fish farm. Seth thinks that it is probably herons. Eric and Elizabeth are back from Paris. Beth has taken Lorraine for fish and chips
Elizabeth is still furious with Eric about deceiving Seth. She refuses to make him any breakfast. Sarah arrives at the lambing shed where Jack has been working all night. It is her birthday, but Jack seems to have forgotten. Eric doesn't seem to feel at all guilty about cheating Seth. Sangeeta realises that Rachel is going to see Michael. Eric tries to give Archie some money for Alice, he really just wants to get back in Elizabeth's good books. Zoe tells Kathy that she is not going to take the Edinburgh job.
Annie has stayed at Mill Cottage overnight. Kathy is worried about her, but she seems quite happy cooking a full breakfast for Chris. Jack and Sarah argue about what they should tell her about the condemned farmhouse. Frank has got another hangover. Archie thinks of an excuse to go to Home Farm so that he can see Zoe. Rachel has come home for a break. Mark guesses that she has had an argument with Jayesh. Archie catches up with Zoe. He calls her selfish. She is still telling him that she is going to Edinburgh.
Lorraine is waiting for the post. She tells Carol that she is expecting an invitation to a party. Archie is upset at the way Zoe has treated him. Debbie turns up at the Nelsons. It looks like she and Lorraine have played an April Fools' Day joke on Carol. Chris tells Frank that Joe was talking to Kim yesterday about the divorce settlement at the holiday village. Eric and Carol are both waiting for the bus to Hotten. He talks to her about Elizabeth. She is still ignoring him. Carol suggests buying her some flowers.
It is Robert's birthday. Annie has bought him a gameboy. Jack and Sarah are surprised that she knows about them. Elizabeth is due to visit Michael in prison today, but she tells Eric that she is having second thoughts. Nick wants to know what is wrong with Archie. Joe is going to work as normal. He presumes that Frank will not remember him handing his notice in yesterday. Mark wants to come back to work at the holiday village this summer. Joe tells him to speak to Seth first. Joe meets Kim at lunchtime.
Mark is moving into a cabin at the holiday village. Jack is hooked on Robert's gameboy. Sarah wants to phone Annie. Archie has got a hangover and Nick waves a fried breakfast in front of him. Seth arrives and recommends a hangover cure. Nick reminds Archie that he has got fell racing practice this morning. Elizabeth is feeling better this morning. Alan visits her. She asks him if he met anyone special and he says no. Rachel is back in Beckindale for the fell race with Jayesh and Sangeeta. They want to back out.
Lorraine hammers the last signpost in for the fell runners. Rachel and her team pack up all their supplies for the race. Jayesh and Sangeeta are not looking forward to it. Joe is helping out at the farm. Alan is preparing a new cocktail and tries it out on Lynn. She doesn't like it. Lorraine tells Mark that Rachel is up to something to win the race. He tells Nick and Archie and they plan their revenge. Kathy tells Chris that he is a male chauvinist. Robert starts the fell race. Kathy goes out and leaves Chris.
Rachel tries to apologise to Joe for yesterday. He tells her that he was just so worried about her. They make up. Joe then tells Rachel that he is looking into suing Frank for unfair dismissal. Lynn defends Frank when Archie starts to moan about his drinking and behaviour. Jack tells Joe that they can complete on Hawthorn Cottage at the end of the week.
Rachel is visiting Michael in Roxleigh Prison. He is really pleased to see her. A client arrives at Home Farm for a meeting with Frank. Zoe has to make excuses for him as he isn't there. Rachel tells Michael about Jack and Sarah buying Hawthorn Cottage and the fell race. He gets a bit depressed hearing about outside news and has nothing to tell her. He has only got 9 days to go on his sentence. Zoe is stalling Frank's client. She asks Archie to phone her back so she can pretend that it is Frank. Frank has been shopping and meets Elizabeth
Jack and Sarah are finally moving all their furniture out of the farmhouse. Sarah finds some old photographs belonging to Annie. Annie is at Mill Cottage looking sad. She tells Kathy that she doesn't want to go up to the farm. Jack looks round the empty attic room. He remembers Robert's birth and talks about his sister Peggy. Joe arrives and opens the champagne. Kathy tells them that Annie doesn't want to see them until they start including her in their plans. Kathy is a driver short when her mum turns up. Caroline is worried about Alan
Jack and Joe are looking at wallpaper samples for Annie's bedroom. Robert is still playing on his gameboy. Sarah is worried about him. Alan cannot understand when a delivery of bloodaxe lager is made to The Woolpack as he didn't order it, but then discovers Sarah's signature on the order form. Sarah thinks that Jack and Joe should ask Annie about the wallpaper. Alan sits on the barrels in protest.
Caroline has made Alan a full breakfast, but he feels really embarrassed about last night. Elizabeth is madly cleaning up in preparation for Michael coming home. Caroline tries to reassure Alan that he didn't make a fool of himself. She just wants them to remain friends. Elizabeth interrupts them. Rachel is touchy today as Sangeeta asks questions about Michael. Joe is going to see Chris with Kim. Jack is annoyed because he wanted him to go and see Annie with him. Caroline decides to take Alan on a picnic. Nick gives Seth a couple of bags of fertiliser from Home Farm. He expects Frank to be bothered, but he actually offers Seth a lift. Alan pours his heart out to Caroline
Michael turns up unexpectedly resulting in mixed emotions. Carol's actions result in fury and Zoe's news is greeted with joy.
Nick calls Seth's bluff, while Frank discovers Kim isn't bluffing. Caroline treats Alan to a surprise he'll never forget.
While desperately trying to escape from her past, Lorraine hits a crisis. For Elizabeth the past yields potential treasures.
While Alan's refusal to face other people's problems angers Caroline, Frank and Kim discuss a compromise. The Pollards face a moral dilemma but Zoe gives Archie the choice of his dreams.
Michael and Chris are both scheming, Elizabeth lays down the law. Zoe is finding romance a strain and Sarah's cake proves too hot to handle.
Frank's delusion is shattered by Lynn, while Seth's fantasy comes to a head. Robert bears the brunt of Jack's frustration and Annie exercises her prerogative.
Amos is unsure of Annie's motives while Lynn suspects Michael's. A photograph gives Alan a turn and Frank faces a proposal.
Emotions run high in Beckindale, Annie lets go, Chris goes for Lynn and Zoe feels she's gone too far.
There's discord in the village - Joe has been neglected, Elizabeth is taken for granted and Zoe finds herself misunderstood.
Nick is anxious, Archie is concerned for Annie and Kathy makes a very worrying discovery.
A rejection forces Alan to reconsider, while Eric considers an opportunity. Zoe comes out with some news and there's an unwelcome face in The Woolpack.
Alan's attempt to save face is ill-advised, while Jack's advice gives Leonard food for thought. Elizabeth and Eric have an unpleasant encounter.
Lynn lays down the law to Alan, while Eric takes a risk to break it. Zoe plucks up her courage and Leonard bravely makes a decision.
It's the day of the Hotten show and Frank is plagued by memories, Jack and Sarah are struck with guilt, while Nick and Seth decide to share their high spirits.
Michael persuades Sangeeta to let her hair down, while all hell's let loose when Amos tells Annie the truth.
Steve is lurking with intent in Hotten while Alan's charitable intentions are far from honourable. Jack and Joe find they have a long way to go, and is it finally the end of the road for Eric?
There's been foul play and Steve is the prime suspect while Nick finds himself reluctantly in the limelight. Joe's prospects suddenly improve, while Sangeeta's future seems far from rosy.
Robert's mood has drastically changed, and he doesn't want to go to school or leave the house altogether. Sarah and Jack worry that he could be getting bullied. Sarah organises for one of Robert's friends to come over for tea, but when Jack returns from the school run with only Robert and breaks the news that Robert and his friend nearly got into a fight, they realise Robert's got a real chip on his shoulder. Sangeeta is secluding herself from everybody in her room and spending all of her time trying to master her exams.
Alan has left Carol in the lurch, and The Woolpack is snowed under with hikers. Chris and Kim finally settle their deal, and Chris now owns her shares of Home Farm properties. Jack and Sarah attend Robert's parents evening and are shocked that they have to worry about his exams this early. Frank's worried about Zoe's overworking and dedication to being a vet and confronts Archie for some answers on her behaviour
Noticing how drained she looks, Frank persuades Zoe to take a break from her rounds and rest, even though she only did so for two hours. Jack and Sarah finally get to the bottom of Robert's distress when he tells them that everybody at school is mocking him and calling him thick. Alan is escorted to Skipdale Police Station when the same policewoman who shooed him from a doorway catches him trying to get into his car after losing his keys, and instantly thinks the worst.
Frank's fears are confirmed by Lynn's revelation and Alan plucks up his courage to make a date. At Emmerdale Farm, there's an unexpected candidate for a job, while a dinner party leaves Sarah consumed with envy.
Rachel rebels over Joe's romance and there's mutiny in The Woolpack as Alan toes the line, but his foot is firmly down when Frank finally oversteps the mark.
Sarah's at her wits' end, while Rachel reaches the end of her tether. Frank's on the wrong side of the law but will Elizabeth take it into her own hands?
Frank is finally on the wagon, Steve finds himself on the rails and Michael is put on the spot when Lynn reveals all.
Kathy discovers Chris' deception, Michael finds he's unwelcome at Emmerdale Farm, and Eric and Elizabeth return home to an unpleasant surprise.
Kathy makes a decision, Rachel makes an angry move while, unknown to the others, Annie and Leonard are making plans for the future.
Elizabeth makes a puzzling discovery, while Annie's actions shock her sons. At Home Farm, Zoe blames Frank for Archie's arrest and Chris continues to plot against his father.
Robert won't let go of his new friend, there's a reconciliation for Kathy and Kim, and a treat in store for Alan on his birthday.
Carol tries to find out where Alan went on his birthday. Archie is fed up and takes his bad mood out on Nick. Elizabeth is surprised to find a 'For Sale' sign outside the Post Office.
Rachel gives Jay his marching orders, Joe gives Mark a dressing down, and the village is scandalised by the newcomers' plans for the village shop.
Eric tries to talk Elizabeth out of going over to Home Farm to see Frank about the cheques again. Jayesh forbids Sangeeta from seeing Michael again but she tells him she doesn't need his permission.
Kathy tries to put Chris off going to barbecue, fearing another argument between him and Frank. Joe tells Rachel he's broken up with Lynn. Rachel is uninterested, knowing that Joe is just trying to use it as a reason for her to stop seeing Michael. She snaps at Sangeeta when she turns up without warning. Vic, Viv, Scott and Kelly arrive early for the barbecue. Frank is eager to support Zoe but she insists she needs to do things in her own time
There's a scandal sheet about but can there be smoke without fire? The flames of Frank's suspicion are fanned, while at Emmerdale Farm tempers flare when Annie makes an announcement.
Kathy helps Frank sort everything out for the new buyers of the haulage site. He reassures her that him selling the business wasn't to harm Chris. She tells him that she couldn't care less about what his intensions were and that she's sick to death of the pair of them. Lorraine's got two A's in her exams. Carol sings her praises but Lorraine doesn't want a fuss. Frank shuns Elizabeth when she comes in for a business meeting he called upon, leaving her confused. Kathy confides in Lynn about her and Chris
Scott wakes his family up by blaring his tapes. Frank receives his report from the Detective Agency. Annie tries to get Kathy to find out where Chris is but she insists he'll return when he wants to. Eric tells Elizabeth he kept one of his credit cards but has now lost it and is being billed for items he didn't purchase. Vic and Viv reach the end of their tether with Scott and leave him behind at the campsite as they go off with Kelly and Donna to explore the countryside. Frank summons Elizabeth to Home Farm.
Nick's birthday sends out high anxiety amongst the Demdyke Row household when Julie informs him that she may have her income support reduced if she refuses to sign out a form that opens a deep wound in the history of Rebecca's parentage. Nick begins to worry that the clock is ticking for his time to come, meaning that Elsa will be brought back onto the scene all over again. Frank swallows his pride and apologises to Elizabeth for the mix-up with the cheque books. He persuades her to come back to work by agreeing to her boundaries. Jack and Joe help Annie move into her new cottage.
Sarah decides to take action on the creation of the farm shop. She seeks redemption in Frank Tate to see if he will become the company's silent investor. He agrees, but on the condition, he speaks to both her and Jack first. The villagers seem to be getting more and more clued up on who the culprits are behind The Beckindale Press, and the real rascals are the number one suspects. When Scott reaches the front page news, the Windsor's set out to take their revenge, and Scott performs a fake drowning, publicly humiliating Debbie in the process
Vic is plotting revenge, Lynn kicks Chris when he's down, while Michael almost bites the hand that is to feed him.
Jayesh's question puts Rachel on the spot. Chris puts Frank's offer down. While at The Woolpack, Shirley is disguised to put a plot in motion.
It's Chris's first day in a new job, and Frank's first sighting of an old flame, while at Emmerdale Farm, it seems as though Sarah's having second thoughts.
Sarah's plans go awry when three becomes a crowd, disaster befalls the Windsors on their big day, while at Home Farm, Frank is astounded by Jack's change of heart.
Chris is disappointed when Kathy's birthday plans don't include him. Alan and Frank settle their differences. While at 3 Demdyke Row, Nick is horrified when he discovers what's wrong with Peter.
Annie is delighted at Sarah's news but wants to see her made an 'honest woman', Kathy confesses that her marriage is over, while Joe informs his stepchildren that he is finalising a divorce.
Jayesh is sticking to his guns, Chris is scraping the barrel, while at The Woolpack, a wine tasting leaves Alan in low spirits.
Kim has a small visitor, Viv discovers the size of Scott's tall-tales while in Leeds, Zoe's enthusiasm for poetry is short-lived.
Zoe makes a quick exit in the morning as she finds Frank and Ruth having breakfast together. Carol is puzzled as Lorraine insists on hurriedly buying a copy of the Hotten Courier. Frank offers to take Ruth into Harrogate and show her round some of the clothes shops he used to visit with Kim. Ruth reminds him that she's not Kim and can make her own choices.
Scott finds himself a poacher's target, Michael finds he's made a scapegoat, while, at The Woolpack, Alan discovers something shocking about Shirley's past. Sgt MacArthur is having his last day as the village police officer. A leaving party is arranged for him.
Carol's on the trail of Alan's secret, Mark discovers he's gone up in the world, while at Emmerdale Farm, Jack finds he can't resist Annie's powers of persuasion.
Chris is tormented by memories, Nick's outburst troubles Elizabeth, while at the Winebar, Carol disturbs an intimate moment.
The Woolpack is shocked by Annie's hen party, Michael is amazed to find he's under suspicion, and Frank is surprised by the patter of tiny feet. Former parish vicar Donald Hinton is back in Beckindale for Annie's wedding. He comments on how the pub has changed a lot now that Alan is in charge.
Jack and Joe wish Leonard luck ahead of the wedding. Annie prepares to leave for the church. Leonard arrives at the church to find the Reverend Johnson has lost the key to get in and is also losing his voice. Vic manages to pick the lock as the villagers begin to gather outside. As a way of thanks, Jack invites him and Viv to attend the ceremony.
Lorraine reaps the benefits of her artistic skills, Elizabeth is at the end of her tether with the Windsors, while at Emmerdale Farm, Sarah has got the wrong end of the stick about Kim and Joe.
An invitation to Joe makes Lynn green with envy, Jayesh sees red at the Emmerdale Farm bonfire, while it's a grey day for the Windsors when someone goes missing.
Chris and Kathy share a champagne breakfast, Seth's personal problem sabotages a pheasant shoot, while Vic finds himself searching the streets of London.
Sarah's matchmaking plan falls flat, Jayesh tells Rachel it's the end of the road, Vic finds himself building bridges, while at the Winebar, Kathy makes a decision and there's no turning back.
Elizabeth is in Leeds to meet Elsa, Chris's suspicions prove unfounded, while Kathy makes up her mind to do the decent thing.
Alan solves all Carol's problems, while Eric creates more for Elizabeth, and at Mill Cottage, Chris takes Zoe's revelation very badly.
Nick is disappointed when Julie reveals her plans for Christmas, Elsa is upset when she goes unrecognised, while Scott finds his boasting has landed him in big trouble.
Seth is left concerned when Alan tells him they need to talk. Sarah snaps at Robert when she finds him playing in the barn. She's annoyed when Jack thinks she's overreacting. Elizabeth picks Elsa up and drives her into Beckindale for her day off. They pass Nick on the road but only Elsa spots him. Spying an opportunity, she asks Elizabeth to take her to see Alice,
Michael confronts Vic to make Scott suffer the consequences, Lynn is feeling broody, while Elizabeth is reminded that marriage is for better or for worse.
Kathy is covering her tracks, Jack uncovers a hidden hazard, while at 3 Demdyke Row, Archie fails to cover up for Elsa.
Joe turns down Lynn's offer, Elsa turns to the law, while at The Woolpack, PC Mitchum has turned Shirley's past against her.
Archie has a disappointment with his pantomime, there's a doctor's family in the house while at Whiteley's Farm, a secret meeting leads to a dramatic decision.
Beckindale's newest arrivals settle in, Nick is shattered to be betrayed by Elizabeth, who finds herself hurling much more than insults. Alan sends PC Mitchum packing when he nearly makes one too many comments about Shirley.
Eric and Elizabeth exchange short words the next morning. A motorcyclist speeds past Alan as he is about to cross the street. Jack discovers that Skipdale Bridge is closed while the water company lay in a new main.
Eric throws a suitcase into the river, unaware that Luke has seen him. Joe receives an irate phone call from Lynn saying that he hasn't returned her vacuum cleaner. Jack asks for a lift to collect his tractor back from Ted. Seth shows Sampson off to Alan, Viv, Kelly and Donna. He explains the horse was Walter Eagleton's and tells how Sampson led him to his master who had been lying dead for four days. Seth isn't sure what to do with him. Angharad and Bernard despair at Jess spending all her time on the phone to Danny.
It is Christmas Day. Seth and Smokey enjoy a brisk morning walk on the fells above Beckindale. Kim gets Sampson settled into his new home. Seth lays flowers on Meg's grave. At The Old Hall, the McAllister family are preparing for Christmas dinner, and awaiting the visit of Angharad's mother. Bernard asks Luke not to ride his bike through the village on Christmas morning
Leonard and Annie are sat at Tenant House ready for Joe to take them to the airport. Joe demands that Mark takes Lynn's vacuum cleaner back when she calls again. He reminds Jack to see the contractors to sort out the access over Skipdale Bridge for the tractor. Frank ponders over a wrapped present at Home Farm. Kathy packs up her stuff and leaves a note for Chris.
2014
Cain shows his jealousy after Moira sustains an injury. Bernice lets slip some worrying news to Sam! Brenda struggles to live her life without Gennie...
Emma tries to encourage Ross to go and get Moses but Ross is more interested in drinking. Emma begs him not to make the same mistake she did. Moira tells Andy he should keep out of Cain's way for a while. Chas is surprised that Aaron is running again. Vanessa has had a rough night with baby Johnny so Adam offers to take him out for a while.
Chas prepares for Aaron's birthday party. Cain is annoyed Moira allowed Ross to take Moses, but she hits back that Cain barely looked after him. Exhausted Ross struggles to settle Moses. Sandy assures Harriet she will find someone else and he hands over his keys to Brook Cottage so she can retrieve some insurance documents. Ashley and Laurel tour a care home.
Vanessa nervously waits for the postman to deliver the DNA results. Cain is still frosty with Moira and the hoover gets clogged just as Noah reveals his mouse is missing. Ashley tells Laurel he has asked Gabby to come to them after school so they can tell she and Arthur about his dementia.
Vanessa calls the DNA testing company and is shocked as she tells Rhona that, according to them, Adam never was Johnny's father and blames a processing error for her original letter. Adam and Victoria prepare for a day out with Johnny.
Vanessa and Rhona return to find Adam and Johnny have gone. Adam explains to Victoria about the paperwork error on the DNA results. Victoria tries to make him see that he's running away with a baby that isn't his. Adam fails to accept this. Bernice is confused when Ashley arrives at Home Farm following an upset Gabby.
Rishi worries that Leyla and Nikhil being together might set Jai back. Ashley walks in on Harriet, Lisa, Belle and Kerry discussing his dementia in the café. He also hears them taking pity on Harriet for him dumping her and explains that he did so to make sure she wasn't saddled looking after him in his condition.
Cain is still in a mood, and blaming Moira for Debbie leaving with the kids. Pete says he wishes he never told Moira about the gun. Carly suggests Vanessa take the DNA lab to court for compensation. Rakesh storms out the café when Priya insists the truth was bound to come out eventually.
Priya tries to stick up for Rakesh to Kirin. Kirin questions why she is even with Rakesh as defending him makes her as bad as him. Pete confides in Finn about his and Moira's kiss. Finn is disgusted that he could kiss his own aunt and advises him to forget about it. Belle says Lisa needs cheering up which gives Chas an idea. Moira insists that hers and Pete's kiss was a moment of madness but she is horrified when Pete explains he has told Finn.
Belle makes Lisa breakfast and insists she will look after her, but Lisa is determined to go back to work. Moira asks Finn how Pete is but Finn blames her for Pete being in prison. Rhona brings up asking Tess to be a reference for the adoption meeting with Paddy. Zak is happy to receive a text from Belle asking to meet.
Paddy's surprised when he sees Aaron drop a lighter but presumes he's started smoking again. He and Rhona are apprehensive for everything to go perfect with the social worker. Belle is concerned about Lisa and ignores Zak as he tries to call her. Joanie encourages Zak to send Belle a text asking to meet.
Aaron is left reeling when Paddy tells him that he's been having an affair with Tess. Pearl is nervous ahead of her meeting with the social worker worried that she will say the wrong thing. Laurel gives Nicola food for thought over her priorities when she moans about her extended family.
Pearl feels guilty when Paddy tells Bob about the bad reference. Feeling sorry for Rakesh over Priya walking out, Chrissie invites him round to Home Farm for dinner. She tells Rakesh that he needs a big gesture to show Priya she can trust him. Diane begins wearing her wigs and is pleased she went to Chrissie.
Gordon drops Chas off after their night together. She dreads the pub open day so Gordon offers to buy Diane's share and suggests they run it together. Vanessa, Kirin and Leyla have had another restless night with Johnny.
Aaron's self harming cuts are causing him pain. Nikhil is disappointed to see David walking Cheryl instead of Leyla. He watches as Leyla collects a parcel. Leyla and Carly pretend they didn't hear Johnny crying during the night.
Robert waits for Aaron to wake and tries to get him to talk. Robert begs Aaron to let him help. He leaves Aaron to talk with a man from the Mental Health Liaison Service. Chas informs Diane that Gordon might be buying into The Woolpack.
Aaron explains to Robert that the first time it happened was when he was eight, saying that Gordon told him it was his punishment for acting up over Chas leaving. He notes how Gordon threatened to do it again if he told anyone. In The Woolpack, Chas worries to Gordon that Aaron is missing and so is his passport.
Ashley and Laurel ask Cain about renting Mulberry Cottage but he refuses, saying that Debbie will return at some point. Robert tries to encourage Aaron to tell Chas about Gordon but he refuses. When Robert leaves the room, Aaron slips out the house. Kirin overhears Vanessa defending him to Leyla over fatherhood.
Cain and Moira empty Mulberry Cottage and hand Laurel the keys. Ross is shocked to learn Debbie is renting to the Thomas'. After spending the night with Nikhil at Farrers Barn, Leyla tries to hide behind curtains to stop Jacob seeing her. Jacob reveals he knows she stayed the night.
Doug gives Laurel and Ashley a hand moving their possessions over to Mulberry Cottage. Chas presents Laurel the tenancy agreement on Cain's behalf, but explains Laurel is the only one on the lease as Cain wasn't sure how Ashley's condition would affect legal agreements.
Laurel decides to take the day off so she and Ashley can discuss her pregnancy. Kirin is adamant that Rakesh won't see Johnny. He raises the issue of paternity leave with Rishi, who reluctantly agrees to step in whilst Kirin is off. Laurel defends Juliette to Nicola, after Nicola moans about her leaving Carl with she and Jimmy.
Rhona asks Paddy to cancel the conference and help out at the surgery as she is feeling under the weather. She isn't pleased when he declines. Nicola calls round with Carl to see Laurel ahead of the abortion. Kerry isn't pleased when she steps in pig muck outside her door and confronts Lisa.
Tess admits to Paddy that she's developed feelings for him and wants to carry on seeing him. They're interrupted by Rhona knocking on the door. Paddy panics and bundles Tess in the bathroom before he lets Rhona in, covering that he'll talk with her afterwards. Ashley escorts Laurel to the doctors.
Noah isn't happy as Cain goes to see Charity without him, thinking she mustn't care. Moira insists to Cain that Charity isn't moving into the farm when she's released. Laurel confides in Nicola that she had a miscarriage, noting that she didn't realise how much she wanted the baby until she lost it. She blames herself for wanting to get rid of it in the first place.
Cain and Moira worry when they discover Noah isn't in his room and has left a note unaware Emma has Noah hiding in the B&B. Aaron offers to take Chas to her court hearing for stabbing Diane but she tells him they will worry about that when they find Noah.
Diane is shocked that Aaron is moving out of the pub. Cain and Moira tell Emma to make the most of the time she has left with Moses before Charity is released. Carly and Tracy advertise another wine tasting event. Nicola tells Lawrence and Bernice she has resigned to become a stay-at-home mum as they have Carl permanently now.
Chas packs a picnic and begs Aaron not to move out. Cain is surprised that Moira has been sent a visiting order to take Noah to see Charity, believing Charity is up to something. Chas and Aaron head to the beach. Eric wonders how Carly and Tracy will make a profit on the expensive wines.
Chas wants Aaron to go to the police but he refuses, saying Gordon lied to his face when he confronted him about his actions and knows he would do the same to them.
Aaron's shocked as Chas arrives back from seeing Gordon upset and reveals he admitted what he did. The trading standards agents discover that all of the wine cases have been tampered with and inform Eric he is likely to lose his licence.
Moira is puzzled when Cain is distant with her and she notices him leaving the house with ropes. Nicola is bored of looking after the kids all the time and jumps at the chance to work on the haulage books for Jimmy while he spends time with them.
Aaron calls the police and reports his dad Gordon abused him as a child. Nikhil asks Molly if she wants to have tea with Brenda so he and Leyla can be alone. Adam is shocked that Nicola is now working at the port-a-kabin full-time after swapping roles with Jimmy.
Kirin has had a restless night alone with Johnny. Robert insists to Aaron her was brave for going to the police and he should be proud although Aaron admits he only did it to stop Cain killing Gordon. DS Wise arrives at Butler's Farm and quizzes Cain about Gordon's allegations of attempted murder.
Kirin makes excuses about his behaviour the previous day but Carly insists he needs to grow up as he has Johnny to think of now. She hands Johnny over to Kirin after says it won't happen again.
Diane sets off for her last chemotherapy session. Tracy approaches Carly for an apology but Carly refuses to give her one. Vanessa refuses to speak to Kirin when he turns up smelling of alcohol. Leyla has been discharged from hospital and is confused when Nikhil mentions that her proposal yesterday was very romantic.
Kirin panics and drives away as he sees another car approaching. Megan drives by and is shocked to notice Tess lying in the road. Paddy insists on accompanying Rhona to meet Tess, trying to talk her out of it on the way.
The next morning, Paddy sits alone outside Smithy Cottage where he notices Tess' blood on his jacket. Kirin goes round to Ross and begs him to help move a burnt out car for him. Ross works out that Kirin was responsible for the hit and run and demands £20,000 from him as payment.
Kirin receives a text from Rakesh wanting to talk. Gabby moans to Ashley about the ski trip and Arthur reveals Laurel has been sick, but she insists she is fine. Zak and Joanie arrive back from Ireland and Kerry explains there is something going on with the Dingles. Kirin asks Paddy about Tess after bumping into him in the street.
Ashley struggles to know how to deal with Laurel's drinking. When Gabby sees the bottle of vodka on the table she leaves quickly while Laurel is still feeling unwell. Sandy offers to have a word with Laurel but Ashley rejects it. Megan feels useless after finding Tess.
Rhona thinks she and Paddy should attend Tess' funeral but Paddy is adamant they should let her family grieve. Belle insists Lisa's party should go ahead, even thought it is not a surprise anymore. Lisa realises her birthday the following day is a fresh start and heads into town.
Rhona is suspicious about Paddy's behaviour and starts looking through his phone for clues on why he's been lying to her. Jacob and David are alarmed to discover that an excited Leyla and Nikhil are getting married. James asks Rhona to look at the cow at Butler's Farm, wanting her to give her full attention.
Rhona rushes back to Smithy Cottage and finds herself snapping at Pearl for some time alone. Jai announces that he checked himself into rehab to make sure he stayed clean. He knows he has a long way to go to win back his family's trust and gives Leyla and Nikhil his blessing.
Leyla is irritated when she realises that Nikhil has booked her a flight to Canada for a few weeks with him believing he doesn't trust her around Jai. Paddy attempts to speak to Rhona but she ignores him and leaves the house. Adam deletes photos of Johnny from his phone in order to get him out of his life.
Priya tells Rakesh that Nikhil is staying in Canada but Rakesh is distracted when he receives a letter from Kirin stating he isn't coming home. Chas pesters Robert in the shop questioning him if he has found a way to stitch Gordon up yet.
PC Swirling visits Rakesh again, but Rakesh denies holding back any information. In the pub, Doug suggests the police set up an office as they are in the village that often, while Chas thanks Robert for yesterday and he assures her he is going to sort it. Kerry calls out Hot Tony to the salon to fix a broken loo, and to set him up with Bernice.
Aaron is surprised to find Robert helping out at the scrapyard. Aaron told Robert that he don't wants him but Robert refuses to leave. Chas regrets telling the pub customers about Gordon's abuse. Diane feels guilty for bringing Gordon back to the village and encouraging him to forge a relationship with Aaron.
Chas isn't pleased when she and Aaron bump into Cain in the street and he seems keen to avoid speaking with them. Rakesh gets a call from Charity who wants him to find an illegal 'loophole' to get all her money out of the haulage business. Chrissie gets Lachlan to help her set up webcams around Home Farm to catch Bernice with Andy, believing she will stray again.
Robert takes Liv into the kitchen so Sandra and Aaron can talk. Aaron explains to Sandra that he's reported Gordon to the police for abusing him as a child and they will want to speak with her. Jacob tells Leyla and David that it was Lachlan and Gabby who broke into the barn conversion and stole Val's ring. Victoria convinces Laurel to hire her street food van for her wedding.
Aaron admits to Chas that Robert tracked down Sandra and they both went to see her yesterday but that she won't help. He isn't impressed when Robert arrives to say that he's been to the police and given DS Wise her address against his wishes. David tells Ashley about Gabby's part in the robbery.
Chas reveals to Marlon that a second victim of Gordon's has come forward. At Home Farm, Lawrence gets Lachlan to clear out the yard as punishment and orders Lachlan and Gabby to return home a lunch time. Chrissie insists Lachlan has been doing the past year but he needs to show that he can be trusted again.
Lawrence worries about calling Lachlan's Youth offending officer. Bernice suggests she would be safer in a hotel, but Chrissie overhears their conversation and explains it wasn't Lachlan filming, it was her.
Kerry offers to look after Kyle whenever Joanie needs. Zak learns from Sam that Andy has quit, but Sam tells him not to go asking for the job. Rishi asks Megan to accept some help from Jai and he assures her Jai is a changed man, as he is only looking out for his grandchild. Chrissie tries to make things up to Bernice, while Lawrence tells Chrissie to put all doubts behind her.
Jai offers to give Leyla a lift to pick up some items for Priya's wedding when David lets her down. Sam takes the day off from Home Farm and borrows one of their vans in order to take Megan to the hospital for her scan. Aaron is still upset about what Robert did.
As darkness falls and still out in the woods alone, Megan fights her rising panic as her labour pains progress. Zak and Joanie are relieved when Sam regains consciousness at the hospital, but Joanie is still utterly eaten up with guilt. Leyla hides her disappointment when Lisa turns up saying Jai has sent her to take her into town instead.
Megan and Jai anxiously await more news on their daughter. Sam covers to Lisa about who shot him but leaves her taken aback when he informs her that Zak gave him a lift last night. Marlon leaves April in Carly's care for the day, believing she is too ill to go to school due to a sore throat. Rakesh worries when Leyla breaks the news that the florist for the wedding has gone bust and the only other alternatives are more expensive.
Megan sits by her daughter's incubator. In the village, Priya worries her wedding won't be very happy. Brenda questions Jai on how the baby is doing and Leyla thanks him for arranging for Lisa to help her out. Emma worries about the bruises she found on April's arm, suspecting Carly could have caused them. She reveals her suspicions to Ross and James.
A social worker arrives at Tall Trees Cottage to talk with Marlon about April's bruises. Cain sets off to collect Charity from prison. Jimmy is adamant Rakesh would be better telling Priya about his money troubles. He goes to tell her, but she is too busy with work calls. Marlon insists to the social worker that he has not been hurting his daughter, and points her towards Carly's house.
Kerry overhears Priya and Leyla discussing Priya's hen do. Rakesh informs Jimmy he has pawned his watch to pay the electricity bill so Jimmy invites him to the pub.
It's Priya and Rakesh's wedding day and she is nervous something will go wrong. Chas is puzzled when she receives a call from Charity who sounds in a panic but loses connection.
Priya confronts Rakesh over lying to her about his money situation and his hug with Chrissie. Moira hides the stolen car in the barn at Butler's Farm and contacts Ross. She cuts him in on 50% of the money if he sells it on.
Charity considers moving to The Woolpack when she buys Diane's share of the place. Noah is uninterested, making it clear he will be staying with Cain and Moira. Emma and James are excited to discuss buying one of Rakesh's flat conversions.
Robert has a solicitors meeting regarding his divorce, but he is surprised to learn from Victoria about Gordon's plea hearing. Chas warns Charity she'll need to come up with the money soon, or she will be forced to find another buyer.
Leyla explains to Megan she doesn't want to share the business again, although she soon ferries Megan to the hospital when Jai calls to say Eliza has had a seizure. Charity orders Ross to hand over £50k by 5pm, meanwhile at Home Farm, Lawrence catches Andy eyeing up Chrissie.
Chas realises Gordon has broken his bail conditions by scratching Aaron's car and hope the judge will throw the book at him. PC Swirling arrives to question Cain about why the pick up truck was parked near a jewelers that was turned over.
Liv finds Aaron at the scrapyard and accuses him of being a liar. He realises it was her that scratched his car. Ross wants Charity to get Debbie's mobile number from Cain for him, convinced that together they can persuade her to return. Aaron takes Liv back to The Woolpack and introduces her to Chas.
Laurel explains how she and Ashley wanted to keep the pregnancy quiet following the miscarriage. She throws Doug out when he thinks the pregnancy is a bad idea. Dan, Sandy and Bob join the stag party at The Woolpack.
Ashley and Laurel are in good spirits on the morning of their wedding. A guilty Harriet panics as Ben the vicar is so hungover that he's in no state to conduct the wedding. Sam gets a surprise when he returns to Home Farm early and Chrissie flashes him, thinking he is Andy. Dan is annoyed when he opens the electricity bill at Dale Head.
The wedding reception is in full swing and the guest wait for the arrival of the Bride and Groom. At Mulberry Cottage, Laurel tries to explain to confused Ashley he isn't in the wrong house. Ashley asks for Harriet and insists he is no longer Laurel's concern but Laurel tries to tell him that they are now married again.
Laurel removes her wedding rings while Nicola warns Jimmy not to mention anything about the new contract to Charity. She stalls Charity when she requests to have a look at the books. Laurel presents Sandy with a birthday card, and Harriet arrives to whisk him was for a birthday treat with Doug, but Sandy refuses to leave until he knows how Ashley is.
Paddy explains to Rhona he didn't tell her about his affair phone as she didn't want anymore details. Over breakfast, Ashley assures distraught Arthur he remembers him. Charity looks over an order sheet as Nicola arrives in the office. Nicola downplays the new contracts value and stops Charity emailing herself a copy of the books.
Paddy has spent the night at Tall Trees Cottage. He asks Marlon if he can have a word with Rhona. Andy slips away from Butler's Farm to see Chrissie. She is nervous as it's the day of the divorce settlement meeting and fears Robert will take her for everything he can get. Marlon encourages Rhona to talk to Paddy.
Holly covers that she thought the car was Moira's and she was only borrowing it. Moira scolds her for driving like a maniac. Paddy tries to make Rhona realise that he still loves her and believes they can still make a go of their marriage.
Moira asks Holly to take a meat order down to The Woolpack. Doug is going to Spain to join Diane and Annie. He pushes Charity to come up with the pub money for when he returns. Marlon thanks Carly for agreeing to look after April again. Paddy and Rhona tell Marlon they want to go to Germany for six months, but he lays down the law and tells them they can't take Leo with them.
Laurel plants chocolate eggs in preparation for the Easter egg hunt and is pleased to learn Ashley will be conducting the Easter service. Cain winds Holly up. Once out of Cain and Moira's earshot, Holly phones Dean informing him she has a plan to get hold of the money. Arthur proudly shows off Laurel's scan picture but Laurel worries to Harriet that Ashley's heart is no longer with the church.
David confides in Leyla his fears that Eric has prostate cancer after looking his father's symptoms up on the internet. Laurel worries that Ashley quitting the church is a side effect of the dementia, and questions what he will do, although Ashley insists he needs to create as many happy memories with the time he has left. Moira orders Holly to start working at the garage until her debts are paid off.
Lisa revives her decree nisi in the post. Worried David snaps at Leyla. After arriving at work, Joanie questions Lisa if she also received the divorce papers and Rishi asks to look round Wishing Well Cottage. Joanie suggests this could the chance for everyone to move on, but Belle isn't happy.
Cain discovers Charity and Ross storing a Home James van full of stolen electrical items in a barn at Butler's Farm. They explain about their deal with Moira but Cain insists on it being removed. Belle admits to Rishi that she exaggerated when she showed him round Wishing Well Cottage yesterday.
Cain knocks Dean's heavy to the floor with a single kick and punch. Dean has second thoughts about his demands and lets Holly go before driving off in the haulage van. Cain goes off to collect his car as Holly follows behind him.
Aaron's surprised when he discovers Chas has given Liv her marching orders until after the trial. Holly receives a text from a friend saying Dean was on a suspended sentence and has gone straight back to prison. She's annoyed to find Moira clearing out all drugs and alcohol from the farmhouse to avoid risk of temptation.
Liv replays the recording of Aaron and Robert talking about Ryan, unsure what to do. Aaron voices Robert's worries to Chas about Sandra potentially getting Liv ask about the other victim. Liv is unsure what to do after overhearing Aaron insist to Chas that Liv is the best thing that has happened to him in ages, and he trusts her.
Lawrence appologises to Bernice for missing dinner, and questions if she has given Robert his watch. Gabby tries to persuade Bernice to allow her to go to the gig, but Lachlan scuppers her chances when he mentions Ashley has already refused her permission to attend.
Chrissie blames Bernice for Andy standing her up, believing it was because he didn't want them to go public with their relationship. She deletes Andy's number from her phone. In the café Aaron asks Robert out for a pint, while Lachlan and Gabby lie to Ashley that he gave Gabby permission to go to the gig.
Chrissie is pleased that Andy is being released from hospital. Lawrence is guilty as he overhears her suspecting Robert of the attack. Gabby is upset as she attempts to apologise to Ashley again but poorly chooses her words.
Robert walks away, leaving Lawrence unconscious on the floor. An upset Chrissie dashes round to Bernice and breaks the news to her that Lawrence was responsible for Andy's attack. The sonographer carries out her exam on David. Bernice goes to confront Lawrence and finds him unconscious on the floor.
Megan tells Sam that she's arranged for Eliza's christening to take place on Tuesday and asks him to be godfather. Jai overhears and is hurt at not being consulted. He asks Megan if Priya can be Eliza's godmother. She agrees. Zak secretly continues to try and fight his jealousy over Rishi's friendship with Joanie.
David worries about his test results and snaps at Leyla and Eric when they offer to accompany him to collect the results. Zak apologises to Rishi for the punch.
Aaron sets off to court, Paddy wishes him luck, although Aaron tells Robert not to attend. Megan stresses about Eliza's christening and worries when the cake says 'Elijah'. Jai overhears Joanie and Kerry talking about Eliza's christening so Priya tells him he should attend anyway.
It's day two of Gordon's trial. Chas wonders how Gordon's barrister can defend a man like him but Aaron suggests he could believes Gordon is innocent, as it's likely the jury will. Aaron thanks his mum for sticking by him. Paddy and Rhona look though potential locums with Vanessa for whilst they are in Germany.
The following day, Aaron worries about Liv taking the stand and explains to Chas she asked to move in with them at the pub yesterday. When their original choice for a locum lets them down, Paddy, Rhona, Vanessa and Pearl are forced to hold emergency interviews. Chrissie persuades Andy to stay at Home Farm for an extra few days.
Liv speaks about Gordon in court, saying she remembers a normal childhood with him. Chrissie strikes up a rapport with Ronnie, quizzing him on whether he has a wife and kids. He tells her no on both counts. Zak raids Wishing Well Cottage for family heirlooms while Lisa is out.
Aaron worries as the jury take their time with the verdict. Lisa realises that items are missing from the cottage and notices the money pot has gone too. She decides to call the police. Rhona loses her patience when more negative reviews of the surgery appear online.
Paddy and Rhona set about making arrangements for their trip to Germany, and inform Vanessa they are leaving today. Aaron frets about being unable to get hold of Sandra, so Chas suggests he take the day off with Robert, who has spent the night. They decide to go on a last minute city break.
Robert informs Aaron the trip to Barcelona is only postponed, as after two weeks with Liv they will need a holiday. Rhona calls the locum Joseph to inform him his services will no longer be required now she isn't going to Germany and Pearl is shocked walk in on Rhona and Leo.
Lachlan tries to persuade Chrissie to get him a motorbike. Chrissie reminds Andy that now at least he knows his children are in France, and suggests getting the police involved. Andy tells her Moira has agreed to help him.
Joanie turns up in the pub, telling Zak she's found her engagement ring. Belle informs Lisa that she still has the ring in her bag and knows she's lying. Bernice is annoyed to find Lawrence working and insists it's too soon.
Rakesh notices Belle quickly dressing in the office as Jermaine hides under the desk. He persuades Lisa to get her bag and go before she spots them. Belle quickly begins blowing out the candles but accidentally knocks one into the office waste bin. Chrissie tells Andy that she went to see Cain in an attempt to persuade him to provide him with Debbie's contact details.
The next morning, Zak arrives back from the police station, having spent a night in the cell. David leaves to get his test results. Rakesh hears that Zak was arrested for the factory fire. Zak is hurt when even Joanie suspects he may have been responsible for the fire.
Whilst collecting Amba, Priya tells David he is in the Hotten Courier. Doug arrives back from visiting Annie in Spain, and finds faults at the B&B. Holly presents Moira with a birthday cake. Cain has forgotten his wife's birthday, so Holly covers for him saying his order at the jewellers is ready to collect.
Charity worries when Victoria mentions Finn is hosting a comic-con to sell the action figures. Her problems mount when Diane asks for the money for the pub, or she'll put her half back up for sale. David realises Tracy is aware of his cancer diagnosis.
Belle assures Lisa she will be on her best behaviour now she has her job back. Jimmy is looking after Eliza again, and he informs Jai he will be at the park later if he wants to pop by to see Eliza.
Preparations for the fundraiser get underway at David's Shop. Belle offers to pick up Lisa's prescription from the doctors. Rhona is put out when Leo has to stay off school due to illness and she receives an emergency callout.
Belle makes Jermaine nervous as she chats to Angie and shows off the necklace that her 'boyfriend' bought her. Emma awkwardly chats with her also. Finn brainstorms ideas with Holly and Victoria for starting his own business. He settles on the idea of a cab firm, believing Pete would be able to help out too.
Pearl has Jimmy gardening for her with nothing but an apron on. Eric persuades David to go ahead with the operation. Lisa is upset to see Belle so unhappy and knows it is down to her boyfriend. Angie finds Belle's lipstick in Jermaine's car.
Tracy suggests to Leyla that she should have kept a better eye on Jacob in Portugal as then he would be here now asking to see David. Liv offers to have a kick about with Jacob to warm him up for the match, and asks to tag along to cheer on the team, but he knocks her back.
Liv asks Aaron for money. Outside the café, Robert is working on Home Farm business, when panicked Bernice arrives telling him they don't have catering and a marquee for a customer that is arriving soon. She begs him to help her in the office and insists she will handle Lawrence if he finds out.
Ashley and Laurel break the news about Edna's passing to Jimmy and Nicola. Ashley worries as Lily asked him to conduct the funeral, and he agreed. At Home Farm, Chrissie tells Andy she could just take some of Lawrence's hair from his comb, but Andy insists she needs to be honest with Lawrence.
Pete returns to the village. Pearl comes across Edna's old diaries whilst going through Edna's possessions with Laurel and Harriet. She reads a few passages where Edna wrote of her surprise to learn Mark Wylde was a bigamist, and also how Ashley was her rock and how devoted he was to his faith.
Lawrence is shocked to come face to face with Ronnie Hale, who explains that he did some work for Chrissie and the invoice has yet to be paid. Ashley tells Laurel about finding Sandy at the church, and gets thinking about his own demise. Ross informs Finn that Pete isn't interested in the cab firm and even if he was, wouldn't be able to get a license.
Ross winds Finn about Pete. Holly overhears and is surprised to learn that Pete fancies her mum. Determined to find her biological father, Chrissie asks Lawrence to help narrow down her list but Lawrence begs Chrissie to leave everything in the past where it belongs. In the café, Jacob asks Emma to help him understand more about David's cancer.
Lisa confronts Belle about the morning after pill, although Belle tells her mum she didn't want to stress her out. Belle admits she is on the pill but Lisa reminds her that it won't protect her from catching something, although Belle tells her to mind her own business. Emma tells Pete she will get her results in a few weeks and asks him to keep everything to himself until then.
Rakesh sits tied to a chair in an abandoned barn. At the café, Priya worries as she has not heard from her husabnd, and her mind goes into overdrive when Charity suggests Rakesh could be having an affair. Holly feels guilty fro breaking Belle's confidence but Cain assures her she has done the right thing.
Finn informs Emma that he and Pete will go with her to collect her test results. Eric arrives at the pub with the papers Diane needs to sign to buy into the B&B but Diane admits to Doug that Chas doesn't want her to go. Doug tells Diane that he will understand if she changes her mind about selling up, but she'll need to decide soon. Gabby agrees to keep covering for Liv who is planning to attend Gordon's sentencing.
Finn informs Ross about Emma's doctors appointment. He decides not to go, but asks to be kept informed of the results. Jai takes Eliza for a walk to give poorly Megan a break. Aaron receives his deed poll letter which officially confirms he is now 'Aaron Dingle'. Chas and Charity decide to throw a family party to celebrate.
Aaron, Liv and Chas struggle to take in the news that Gordon is dead. DS Wise explains he was found dead in his prison cell and tells them he will keep them informed. Ashley worries about the food for Edna's wake, but Marlon assures him everything is in hand. Jimmy tries, unsuccessfully, to persuade Harriet into going on a date with Jai although Nicola has more success, and gets Carly to agree to a date.
Sandy becomes upset when he cannot find his walkie talkie that he talked to Edna on. Harriet arrives at Mulberry Cottage looking for a picture for the coffin. Ashley insists he is not going as he no longer believes in Edna's god.
Charity is in a bad mood on the morning of her second wedding anniversary to Declan. Chas informs Aaron and Liv that Gordon has left them almost half a million pounds between them in his will. Aaron refuses the money, and Liv copies him, insisting they don't need his money. Pierce shows Rhona a house he is considering moving into, and invites her along to the viewing.
Rakesh is surprised to learn that Pierce wants to stay in the area. Priya explains to Vanessa that Pierce has taken Rakesh's place at his old firm as Pierce and Rhona look round some rental properties. Ashley sets off to a meeting hoping to persuade a committee to name the village hall after Edna.
Jacob talks Eric through supporting David at his second chemotherapy session. Sandy talks to Arthur about some of his adventuress throughout the world from his navy days. Sandy advises Arthur to see the world whilst he can.
Ashley takes delivery of the flat pack pirate ship. Laurel voices her worries about her sonogram scan to Carly, explaining she has already lost a baby to cot death. Carly offers her support, if Laurel every needs anyone to talk to. Rhona and Pierce discuss the previous night, although neither regret sleeping together, they agree to put it down to a moment of madness.
Jai and Rishi wait in the café, although Jai is adamant that he will not keep Eliza a secret. Bhari and Kusam Doshi arrive for the meeting and introduce themselves to Jai and Rishi. Laurel is relieved that the baby looks fine on the ultrasound scan, and she and Ashley are delighted when the Sonographer informs them they are expecting a baby girl.
Arthur tries to get the day off school because of his hand, but Laurel is having none of it. She tries to reassure Ashley that the visit from Children's Social Care is only a formality. Eric complains that they have just had to turn down a booking for six people so Doug suggests that they throw Tracy out as she is costing them more than £1,000 per month.
Laurel, Sandy, Doug and Nicola talk about Ashley's lack of memory of the Social Worker's visit. They discuss how they can enforce her advice, but Laurel insists she can cope supervising Ashley alone and decides to cut her hours at the factory. Chrissie receives her decree nisi in the post, and she is glad to finally be rid of Robert. Bernice informs Lawrence that Sam called Ronnie out to fix the dishwasher, and reveals she has asked Ronnie to return that day.
Lawrence is struggling with the events of the previous day. Bernice questions Lawrence about what Ronnie said, but Lawrence wants to draw a line under everything, assuring Bernice that Ronnie won't be returning. In the café, Moira makes digs towards Charity over the concert tickets, although Charity suggests it was Holly who took them to pay for her drugs.
Jimmy tells Nicola he is worrying about Ashley when she finds him neglecting his chores in the café. Rodney arrives back from Europe and isn't pleased to find Heath is now in his room at Connelton View. Adam and Moira discuss the stolen money. Adam confronts Holly who denies stealing it and insists she is clean.
Cain explains to Moira that it wasn't Holly who took the money, it was Charity. Moira apologises to her daughter. Sam insists to Lawrence he is never pointing a gun at someone again, as he never should've done it in the first place. Lawrence says he is sorry for ever asking him to do it and invites Sam to return to work, with the pay rise he requested.
Holly sits crying alone with her drugs. Liv tells Gabby she is planning a party and inviting the whole year. Gabby is unsure how Liv will be able to pull it off without Aaron or Chas finding out, but Liv explains she will have it at Gordon's old house, which she now owns, and plans to trash the place.
Cain and Moira wait at the hospital for more news on Holly. Moira feels guilty for turning her back on her daughter, but Adam assures his mum none of this is her fault, and Holly chose to do the drugs. Cain admits to Moira that Holly did call whilst they were in the café, but he deleted the message
Holly apologises to Moira for Cain not returning home the previous night, and insists she is grateful for everything her mum has done for her. Chas offers to accompany Liv to Gordon's old house to clean up after the party. Liv receives another bulling text, just as Robert walks into the pub backroom with his phone in his hand. Liv insists it must be Robert and begs Aaron to believe her.
Belle tries to tell Lachlan that she cannot attend the gig tonight. Aaron worries about Robert and questions why Liv would spend £50,000 to send Robert away. Liv feels guilty for her actions as Aaron frets that he could lose Robert. Pierce suggests Marlon cancel the dinner. Lachlan receives a text from Belle canceling their evening out just as he is getting his hair cut. Carly, Tracy and Vanessa have shots.
Lachlan looks over the photos, unsure what to do. Aaron tries to apologise to Robert, but Robert is annoyed Aaron kept it from him after everything he has said about being honest.
Cain asks Lachlan to send him the photos of Belle and Dr Bailey. Rhona protests to Marlon that she and Pierce isn't what it looks like, but Marlon questions how long they have been sleeping together. Robert terrifies Noah and tells him to be extra nice to Liv. Jacob realises there is something wrong after Eric panics when Lachlan coughs in the shop.
Priya tells David that Amba has a cold and worries about the infection risk, but David insists Jacob has exaggerated the risks. Zak, Lisa and Cain talk about Belle and Dr Bailey. Lisa is adamant Belle is seeing someone, but Zak questions if Belle is ill again. Chas is feeling under the weather, although Charity pushes her to see DS Wise.
Jason apologises to Chas for upsetting her, although Chas insists he didn't. Charity listens in as Chas tells him he is really sweet, but she isn't ready to see anyone.
Pete, Ross and Finn discuss ways James could propose, but they clam up when Emma comes downstairs so she can sense something is going on. Ross hands Emma and envelope and orders to dress nicely to met James in the pub for lunch. Meanwhile, James practices his proposal speech whilst driving but he is soon distracted when he accidentally hits Chas.
Chas is in a state having had a nightmare. Over at Dale View, James assures Emma he won't miss their date that night, and Finn admits to James that he told Emma about seeing him with Chas the previous day. James tells Emma that Chas was in a state over the court case and didn't want anyone close to her to know.
Charity awakens to find the bar trashed and glass everywhere. Meanwhile, at Dale View, Emma reveals to Pete, Ross and Finn that she faked being ill to keep her family together. Chas stops Charity from calling the police, explaining she thinks she was the one who trashed the place.
Chrissie and Andy make plans for the weekend when Nicola arrives at Home Farm to hand in some invoices she would like to be paid promptly. Both Nicola and Chrissie are surprised Bernice isn't in Dubai with Lawrence, but Bernice lies that it was more of a business trip than a holiday.
Chrissie reminds Andy that they have a business meeting. They question if Bernice is okay, as her makeup from the night before is smeared down her face. Bernice insists everyone is entitled to a night off but rushes off when she sees the digger keys in her handbag.
Holly offers to babysit Kyle whilst Cain and Moira attend a gig. Worse for wear, Rishi agrees to give the girl a bonus, so Belle invites Lisa out for dinner on her. Chrissie wonders how much trouble she has caused between Bernice and Lawrence trying to unravel the mystery of her biological father.
Belle apologises to Lisa but maintains that she didn't know Jermaine and Angie would be at the restaurant. Lisa begs her to stop lying. Cain receives a quote for fixing the window and suggests Holly pick up the bill, but Moira reminds him that Holly had no other choice as Kyle was alone inside.
Lisa prepares for Belle's court appearance, but Belle is adamant there won't be a court case as Jermaine will come through for her. Lisa tries to make her daughter see she is in big trouble and Jermaine has done nothing to help. Lachlan is shocked Belle is going to court. He insists Jermaine won't save her and asks Belle to let him tell the court the truth.
Holly calls someone demanding to meet. Moira offers to accompany Holly shopping but Holly thinks it's another excuse to check up on her. Moira finds Cain's bloody shirt in the washing a machine and asks if she'll need to lie to the police.
Sam asks Cain for some hay as the police arrive at Butlers Farm. Cain orders Holly to get rid of his bloodied shirt from the washing. A Police officer questions Cain about the assault, suggesting she could take him down to the station and get a warrant. Ross drinks out of a 'The Boss' mug and insists to his brothers they'll soon be dancing to his tune. Ross is annoyed to open a letter from the council that grants Finn an operating license.
Simon appears at Butlers Farm whilst Holly is washing the Diddy Diner. Holly insists he needs to leave and tells him she'll call him later. Inside, Holly snaps at Kyle for playing on her phone, and blames it on the stress of the police turning up the previous day.
Harriet struggles to get the minibus started, so Cain has a look. In the café, Nicola is annoyed to see the Bartons celebrate James and Emma moving into one of The Mill flats when she, Jimmy and the kids are stuck in a cramped house. Jimmy suggests they could extend their living space. Harriet asks Finn to take them to the flower show. Priya tells Vanessa that she and Rakesh are still Johnny's family.
Jai plays with Amba in the front garden of Holdgate when he hears a commotion in the scrapyard, and heads over to see what's happening. Victoria manages to fight off Simon who makes a run for it with the cash box, although Victoria manages to knock the money out of his hand before he scarpers.
Rakesh tries to get hold of his old builder. Ronnie pulls Rakesh aside whilst he is going over fixtures and fittings with James and Emma to quiz him on what they are doing about the dry rot problem. Ronnie insists he is not letting anyone else inside until it is sorted and made safe.
Rakesh hides a holdall in a bin behind David's Shop. Jimmy and Nicola wake up on the floor of The Mill and can hear someone downstairs. In the shop, David has over ordered taramasalata, and builds a tower out of the tubs. He tries to sell Priya and Rakesh some of the 1000 over ordered tubs with no success, but Rakesh gets an idea.
Priya, Rakesh, Kerry and Carly watch as the fire inspectors look over Mill Cottage. Kerry insists it could have been worse. Rakesh begins talking to DC Fuller, who is an old friend, and introduces her to Priya. Bernice wonders about contacting Ronnie's family, but Lawrence insists it is none of their business, as they should be focusing on Nicola instead. Bernice asks Lawrence to pop into the hospital to visit Nicola, but he explains he has a meeting.
Ronnie discharges himself from hospital but can't face going back to his flat alone so decides to stay at the B&B for a while. He thanks Carly for saving him, and Rakesh offers to buy him lunch. Dan reveals to Rakesh, Ronnie and Carly that Nicola collapsed yesterday and is now in theatre undergoing a brain operation.
Rakesh asks Ronnie why he would set fire to his own house. Ronnie reminds him of the dry rot but Rakesh protests that he didn't, and couldn't set fire to the Mill as he has an alibi. Ronnie suggests that if that's so then he wouldn't object to him sharing his concerns with the police.
Ashley calls Laurel 'Harriet' in front of Sandy, but she doesn't correct him. Ashley assures Laurel that he knows he cannot be alone in charge of his own children, never mind other peoples. Laurel explains to her husband that she walked in on Gabby and Jacob drunk. Nicola decides against getting a second opinion, as she will only be told that same thing, and instead she nags the Consultant to give her the exercises so she can go home.
Pregnant Laurel wakes up with a hangover and snaps at Arthur and Ashley. Ashley spots the empty bottle of wine from the night before and questions if he can drink on his medication. Laurel bites Marlon's head off in the street.
Doug asks Ronnie to star in his gardening vlog as he is planning to add a DIY segment. Ronnie tries to decline but Doug insists his fans will love him. Charity tries to stop Belle getting on the bus to go to see Jermaine, but allows her to go when she spots Jermaine getting out of a taxi outside Dale View.
Jermaine explains to Belle he has a job in Romania, as he can still practice medicine there. He insists their relationship was doomed from the start but Belle tells him she loves him before Jermaine informs Belle their relationship was a mistake. Charity tells Lisa that she thinks Belle will be home soon for a shoulder to cry on, when Zak and Joanie arrive back from their holiday.
Zak, Lisa, Charity and Cain prepare present a united front in front of Belle when they see her wheeling suitcases out of The Woolpack. The Dingles spot Jermaine arriving in a taxi and Zak pins him against the car. Belle shouts for her dad to stop as she is having Jermaine's baby. Rishi talks to Rakesh about Priya's 30th birthday party and reminisces about his daughter's 21st, although they both clam up when Priya appears.
Belle assures Jermaine that she can make the flat nice, and assures him that Lisa doesn't hate him. Rishi tries to conjure up another venue for Priya's party after he receives a call saying they have had to cancel his booking as they've been flooded.
Priya's 30th is in full swing but Jai hurries away from the party after being offered a glass of champagne. Kerry discusses Priya calling Rakesh an arsonist so Priya takes the mic and announces to the guests that she has the most perfect man in Rakesh.
Hungover Tracy comes down stairs to discover the television and microwave gone. She hears Vanessa and Carly returning from their night out so she smashes a back window, and explains to her housemates they've been burgled. Victoria worries that her attacker might get off. Cain offers for him and Adam to sort the attacker out, but Victoria insists she wants everything done legally and agrees to identify him.
Cain worries it isn't the right time for him to leave to visit Debbie and the children in France, but Moira sends him on his way. When Eric questions why there is a pair of pants in a vacant room, Tracy is forced to admit she has been sleeping in the B&B after making herself homeless.
Nicola returns home from hospital and isn't impressed when Jimmy shows her the mobility chair he has purchased. Holly struggles with withdrawals and suggests to Moira that going cold turkey isn't a good idea but Moira refuses to get her drugs.
Andy is surprised to learn Bernice and Lawrence are going on a romantic mini break to Skipdale Hall. Bernice sends Lawrence on ahead without her telling her husband she needs to sort out a problem at the salon.
Over breakfast Lawrence enquirers if Gabby has heard from Bernice. Gabby asks if Bernice has dumped him, stating that is what she does, first her, then Dee Dee, she begs Lawrence to make her mum stay.
Chrissie can't believe the revelations as Lawrence says Ronnie is lying. Eric feels sorry for Bernice believing Lawrence was only with her to cover up his sexuality. Charity assures Lawrence it's okay to be gay. Chrissie asks Lawrence if he is gay, but he walks out of the pub without answering.
Robert taunts Chrissie and Andy about Lawrence. Aaron tries to sit down and talk to Robert, but he makes excuses not to. Ronnie reveals Lawrence shot his window out when Chrissie enquirers if he has talked to her dad.
Victoria drops Robert in it with Aaron when she mentions Robert didn't come home last night. Aaron worries Robert might have slept with someone else. David looks for Tracy.
David tells Jacob that he and Tracy are engaged, but Eric has already let the cat out the bag. Lisa worries about stressed Belle as Belle packs her bags for the spa day. Liv quizzes Aaron about where Robert is, questioning if the pair have fallen out again.
Brenda congratulates David and Tracy, unaware of their disengagement, although she is soon set straight. Tracy calls Eric and Jacob to the shop for a surprise she has in store for David. Lisa, Charity and Belle return from the spa and Charity warns Belle she needs to tell Jermaine the truth sooner, rather than later. Joanie presents Zak with a stack wedding brochures for ideas for their own big day and Kerry asks to be bridesmaid.
Moira suggests Holly's mephedrone was too strong yesterday and insists she'll feel better once she has been to the pharmacy. Moira is called away due to an emergency at the farm so Holly has to get her mephedrone alone.
Moira demands Simon tell her who used the needle she landed on but Simon is unsure so Moira asks where Holly but he is clueless to where she is. In the café, Rishi considers getting Amba a pet. Priya joins him and asks her dad to loan Rakesh some money from the business to tide them over until the insurance company pays out. Rishi agrees. Priya tells Rakesh that Rishi will loan him the money, but Rakesh refuses accept the offer.
Priya isn't happy that Rakesh is playing poker again, reminding Rakesh he could just as easily lose money as win. Lawrence ropes Sam into clearing out the salon and tells Kerry she no longer works there. Holly worries for Moira, who is suffering the effect of the PEP pills she has been prescribed. In the café, Emma moans to Rodney about having to house hunt again, which is especially hard as she and James still haven't got a penny of their deposit back from Rakesh.
Rakesh asks Rishi not to tell Priya about him losing £6,000, as he'll tell her in his own time after everything with the fire is sorted out. Holly takes pictures around the village. Chas returns from the hospital and is greeted by Aaron and Robert. After Aaron leaves to sort things out at the scrapyard, Chas demands Robert tell her what has been happening.
Bernice watches on as Andy and Chrissie walk hand in hand to the café. Priya is unsure about selling Mill Cottage, but Rakesh insists the place has been nothing but bad news and they are alright at Holdgate Farm until they find somewhere else. Priya questions if there is something Rakesh is holding back but he denies there is anything.
Lachlan worries what Lawrence will say when he wakes up. He fears the police believe Chrissie is responsible and insists his mother can't take the blame for his actions. Ronnie arrives at the hospital to see Lawrence and DS Mudd also arrives to question Chrissie and Lachlan. Carly creeps downstairs at Tall Trees Cottage and looks for her shoes. April asks Carly to come to the swings with her but Carly explains she was work. Diane questions if Andy's weird mood is anything to do with Bernice, so he is forced to admit he slept with Bernice when he though he and Chrissie were over for good. Andy insists he wants Chrissie so Diane orders him to stop messing her daughter about.
Andy explains to DS Mudd he doesn't have an alibi as he was supposed to be meeting Chrissie and all he knows is that there was a break in at Home Farm and Lawrence was shot. DS Mudd inquires why Andy ended up at the house after the shooting. Andy explains he went up there as she saw the sirens and has no idea how the shotgun ended up in his car.
Lachlan apologises to Lawrence before Chrissie sends her son back to the B&B and tells Lawrence that Lachlan didn't mean to shoot him. Lawrence explains Lachlan had a gun and pointed it at him, which was no accident. Lawrence is adamant Chrissie cannot keep protecting Lachlan, but Chrissie insists Lachlan is just a boy and they can't let this ruin the rest of his life.
Ashley struggles to come up with ideas to entertain Gabby during the summer holidays, so Laurel suggests he take Gabby and Arthur shopping to get a dress for Gabby's party. Gabby comes downstairs, and Laurel questions how Gabby got a bruise on her face. She lies that it was due to a horse.
Sandy is devastated to learn Gabby was the one who stole his pension,and can't understand why his granddaughter would do such a thing. Gabby suggests he shouldn't have left the money lying around, infuriating Ashley, but Gabby walks out of Mulberry Cottage. Moira makes excuses to stop getting intimate with Cain.
Moira tells Holly she thinks they've turned a corner, as she's finished her treatment and Holly has been clean for twenty-six days now. Victoria assures Holly she won't say anything to Adam as it would break his heart, but she asks for the Diddy Diner back, returning the money Moira gave her. Moira continues to avoid Cain who is suspicious of Moira's 'illness'. Ashley struggles to understand why Gabby lied to the police, suggesting he betrayed his daughter by reporting her to the police, so she is doing the same to him. Laurel insists he cannot blame himself.
Moira tells Chas that Cain stormed off last night, but Chas reminds Moira that knew what she was getting with Cain. Moira walks off, after insisting Cain can do what he likes. Gabby and Ashley have fun making bread together.
Charity wakes up Cain, who has spent the night on the sofa. Cain insists Moira just needs time to calm down, as it was only a kiss, that meant nothing. Moira apologises to Adam for not telling him about Simon, although admits that Cain kissed Charity, so she threw him out. Nicola feels useless after overcooking the porridge.
Cain drives erratically down country lanes as Charity phones him, asking him not to do anything stupid. Holly tells to Moira not to throw away her marriage so easily, as she never believed her mum would be happy again after John. Joanie informs Belle it would mean the world to Zak for her to be bridesmaid.
Cain wakes up in the garage and rejects a call from Charity. Belle is reluctant to go to the wedding, but Lisa asks her how she'd feel if her child didn't forgive her for her mistakes. Emma wonders why James didn't tell her about what was going on with Moira and Holly, and realises James didn't trust her not to blab.
Sam and Dan show off the pink ballerina outfits Amelia has picked out for Zak's stag do as Joanie sets off to Wishing Well Cottage to retrieve her wedding dress. Emma and James tell Ross and Finn that they are planning to buy Wylie's Farm. Chas picks Lisa up for their pamper day, and has a quick look aft Joanie's wedding dress, but is shocked to see a giant red wine stain down the front.
It's the morning of Zak and Joanie's wedding, and Zak has breakfast in the café to cure his hangover. Priya asks Rakesh to chase up the insurance company again as she's fed up of all the bad feeling between themselves and the Bartons. Zak is surprised to learn he fell into a bush and made a fool of himself at his stag do. 'Ellie' continues to taunt Belle about Zak's wedding, suggesting when he marries Joanie, her dad will want nothing to do with her.
Rakesh visits Home Farm and talks to Lachlan about Andy, reminding Lachlan that Andy's children don't deserve to grow up with an innocent dad in prison. Rhona receives and anniversary card from Paddy. Drunk Jermaine returns to Wishing Well Cottage with Zak's cap, which Lisa volunteers to return to him, after praising Belle for telling Joanie the truth about the wine stain on her wedding dress.
Chrissie puts more pressure on Rakesh, offering to buy Rakesh out of The Mill development in return for him getting Andy to plead guilty today. David receives a wedding brochure, an reveals to Tracy he has organised her to have a meeting with Leyla and Megan. Stressed Belle snaps at Jermaine. Holly suggests Moira call Cain, as he is probably as miserable as she is, but Moira refuses, and asks Holly to return some of Cain's clothes, so she doesn't have to see her estranged husband.
Andy is shocked when the Judge explains there has been not application for bail, so he'll be remanded in custody. Frank tells David that he suspects he has not talked much to 'Teeny' about her childhood, and reveals he is inside for defending a lady from a drunk man. Rakesh tells Andy's loved ones he is going to talk to Andy then apply for bail. Chrissie isn't happy with Rakesh for allowing Andy to plead Not Guilty, but Rakesh suggests it would be better for her if Andy was found guilty at his trial.
During the night, Chrissie panics when she hears a noise, assuming it's Andy. She is revealed when she realises it's Lachlan, and Lawrence assures Chrissie that there's no way Andy could get in with police outside. Hearing the commotion, a Police Officer checks in on the Whites, and explains that someone matching Andy's description has been spotted at a ferry port Hull, so they are moving their search away. Vanessa wonders about the strange phone call from her father.
Andy can't comprehend that it was Chrissie who set him up, and protests that he and Bernice was a one off when he believed they were broken up. Chrissie reveals it he was right about Lachlan being the one who shot Lawrence. Andy calls Chrissie and her family sick, when she compares Lachlan shooting Lawrence to Andy shooting Jack over a decade previously.
Robert brings some food and a change of clothes to Andy, who is hiding out at an abandoned farm. Robert hands his brother a fake passport, and he admits he is shocked Chrissie has done this to him, although they both agree Andy would have been better off sticking with Bernice. Andy refuses to leave until he gets pictures of his kids, and sends Robert back to get some.
Aaron is still annoyed with Robert for risking prison to help Andy escape but Robert asks what he would do if it was him and Liv in the same position. Robert is shocked to when Bernice arrives, and explains she couldn't go with Andy, as Gabby needs her. Aaron assures Bernice she has made the right decision, but Robert warns her she'll need to keep quite about what she knows. Jermaine hopes Angie will want to settle their divorce out of court, after receiving a message asking for them to meet up.
April continues to act up, but Bob can't understand why Carly has stopped looking after April. Carly hides from Marlon and suggests to Vanessa they get glammed up and go into town. Jermaine looks forward to the ultrasound scan. Ellie appears to Belle again, taunting her about losing everything, as Lisa and Jermaine try to assure her about the scan. Chas tries to persuade Moira not to give up on her marriage, as Cain is about to wreck what is left of his life.
Jermaine orders Angie to leave The Woolpack, but Angie explains she heard Belle talking to her friend Ellie. On Ellie's prompting, Belle shouts at Angie to shut up. The Dingles insists Angie's allegations are madness and make no sense, but Angie tells Jermaine they both know she wouldn't lie about a thing like this. Jermaine quizzes Belle on why the scan was brought forward, but Belle runs out of the pub, after being told to by Ellie.
Lisa gives Belle's hair brush to PC Hayes, who explains that they may need DNA to identify Belle if she is found in a state. Cain suggests they should check the Moors, as that's where they found Zak when he was ill. He also tells Jermaine to leave searching for Belle to the family, as he has already messed up Belle's life enough. Marlon explains to Vanessa that Belle has had a relapse, and is missing and instructs David in the event he should find Belle.
Charity sweeps the pub steps and watches as Zak, Lisa and Jermaine have a conversation about Belle. Charity admits to Cain she already knew Belle wasn't pregnant, which infuriates him. Chas and Aaron can't believe what Charity has held back. Carly makes Marlon breakfast but the pair are interrupted by Brenda returning April home. Bob suggests to Leyla that all the bickering between her and Tracy won't be easy for David, just as Tracy walks into the café to hear Vanessa calling her a "gold digging tramp".
Belle is still missing, and Marlon worries what state they'll find her in. He tells Carly that her dad warned him off her. In the café, Vanessa over hears Tracy talking to Alex and immediately assumes she is cheating on David. Vanessa suggests to Leyla that Tracy was trying to get her to move out so she wouldn't cotton on to her seeing Alex. Chrissie is unsure about buying The Mill as the deal with Rakesh was on condition that he got Andy sent down.
Chas tells Charity the family don't need her help but Charity is adamant that being thrown out of the family won't stop her looking for Belle. Chas is suspicious that Charity was out all of last night, and Cain's phone was off, but Charity insists nothing happened, they were out looking for Belle.
Dan is nervous about receiving his GCSE results, and his interview with the care home afterward. Zak returns to Wishing Well Cottage without any news of Belle's whereabouts. Jimmy's puts his foot in it again with Nicola. Priya chases up one of the factory suppliers, and is puzzled that the payment has been declined. Joanie assures Zak that the police are doing the best they can to bring Belle home.
Zak is adamant he should be the one who tells Lisa about Belle's voicemail, although decides not to tell her the circumstances that meant he didn't receive the call. Rakesh heads to the bank to sort out the factory's account. In the café, Moira worries about her tests results. James tries to reassure her the chances of the needle being infected are low, but Moira is still worried.
The Dingles worry Belle could be dead as Chas offers to accompany Lisa to the mortuary, but she explains Jermaine is going with her. Rhona worries to Pierce about Paddy not responding to her letter, and gets jealous as Pierce heads off on a run with Carly. Zak receives a call informing him that Lisa has gone to identify a body. Joanie and Dan insist he should be there, not only for Lisa's sake, but for his own.
Rhona persuades Pierce to take the day off work to spend time with each other. Meanwhile, Paddy takes a taxi back to the village. At Wishing Well Cottage, Zak tells Lisa he nodded off in his old chair, and insists to Lisa that they will find Belle. Laurel prepares for more overtime, as Ashley asks about her about her maternity leave. Paddy knocks on the door of Smithy Cottage, and lets himself in when there is no reply.
Bernice apologises to Robert about what happened yesterday, but insists Chrissie is still oblivious. Robert panics when 'Donny' receives an email from Lachlan saying he is flying to Thailand to visit him. Robert orders Bernice to make sure Chrissie isn't suspicious and to repair some of the damage she has caused.
DS Mudd arrives at Home Farm to talk to Lachlan about Lawrence's shooting. Marlon tells Paddy he can't start getting awkward around Pierce now, as they are on good terms for Leo's sake. Moira gets emotional as she reads over her divorce papers, so James reminds her she can still change her mind. At The Woolpack, Cain looks over his divorce papers, and Chas suggests he should talk to Moira to see if she's as miserable about their divorce as he is. Charity appears with tickets to the brewery beer weekend, but Cain isn't in the mood.
As she heads back to the factory, Laurel tells Ashley that today was one of the happiest days of her life. Kerry struggles with the factory rotas and concludes she isn't cut out for a supervisor role. Charity calls round to Wishing Well Cottage and asks Cain when they can tell people about them. When Cain goes upstairs to get some beers, Charity takes his phone and texts somebody.
Rhona agrees to take Leo to see Paddy and Pierce is supportive, insisting they all need to make things work for Leo's sake. Ashley panics as Laurel tells him that it is down to them to deliver the baby. Kerry is delighted with Amelia for helping her with the factory rotas, but she ignores Dan who is nervous for his first day at the care home.
Jimmy wonders what is wrong with Elliot, who isn't speaking. Kerry apologises to Dan for being too wrapped up with her own job, that she didn't ask him how his first day went.
Kerry pours water over Dan, who has slept on the sofa, and she tells him she is now willing to talk. Jimmy has also slept on the sofa, and Nicola suggests doctors are always falling for there patients, like Dan feel for her. Emma plans ahead for buying Wylie's Farm as James sets off for his meeting with a lawyer.
Ross brags to Pete about winning their bet as Emma reminds them to clean the cabs out, and comments that her boys should respect women, like James does. Worse for wear Kerry returns to the village, but accidentally leaves her phone on the bus. Priya worries Rakesh is avoiding her after he spends another night on the sofa.
Ross gives James a hard time as James tries to persuade his son not to tell Emma about him and Moira, as it didn't mean anything, and it would destroy Emma. Jimmy is excited as his shed has arrived. Jermaine returns from searching for Belle, and Lisa is adamant Belle will find her way back home, and could walk in any second.
Belle finds one of the missing posters with her face on it as she sits in a shop door way. Ellie taunts Belle, telling her she's dead to her family and orders her to bin the poster.
Belle wakes up in an alleyway hearing voices and with Ellie taunting her. Jermaine insists to Lisa that Belle will come home, suggesting they hire a private investigator to find her. Lisa hits back that Belle has left them and doesn't want to be found, before walking off to work.
Belle wakes up in hospital, still hearing voices and being tormented by Ellie. David proposes to Tracy again, who apologises for her behaviour at the party. Vanessa opens Johnny's birthday cards and reads them to him. She explains to Carly that her dad is being released tomorrow and he'll be staying at Tug Ghyll.
At the shop, Jacob reads out his best mans speech to Eric, Leyla and Carly. David hears the end of it and insists it's perfect, before proposing to Tracy again, but she still doesn't say yes. Tracy and Carly go bridesmaid dress shopping, but before they leave, Carly warns Vanessa to tell Tracy about Frank moving to Tug Ghyll. Lisa packs a bag for Belle, and looks over an old picture of them together. She vows not to let her daughter down.
David tells Tracy to sort things out with her dad so they can have the perfect wedding. Amelia can sense the atmosphere between Kerry and Dan. Dan reveals to Kerry he heard her on the phone and asks what she's done. Frank decides to spend the day getting to know his daughters and grandson.
David and Tracy are barely speaking and Leyla encourages them to make up. Vanessa informs them Frank has been charged, and will be moved to prison in a few hours. Tracy feels guilty when Vanessa appologises for bringing Frank to the village.
Lachlan goes to tell Chrissie about Lisa stealing the convertible, but doesn't upon hearing Chrissie has hired Victoria to do some catering. He walks out after insisting Lisa is right about her. Charity can't believe it when Lisa pitches up in a stolen convertible, asking her to help her sell it. Charity orders Lisa to take it back, but Lisa insists it's the only way to keep Belle close and begs for Charity's help. Rishi asks Priya to let him invest in The Mill, as she wont be able to find anywhere better to live, and he'll get his money back when the second flat is sold.
Carly invites Paddy to join her and Marlon tonight but Paddy lies he's going on a course. Chas feels guilty for taking Liv's inheritance, and reveals to Charity that Lisa is keeping the money to cover some of the expenses whilst Belle is in hospital. She decides to tell Liv the truth whilst dropping her off at school. Priya calls her counsellor Miriam asking for an appointment.
Pearl attempts to get Paddy out of Smithy Cottage. Robert advises Victoria to watch herself around Chrissie. Angelica takes her breakfast upstairs sensing Jimmy and Nicola are going to argue again. Pearl tries to get through to Paddy telling him it's weird he's squatting in his ex's and her new partners house.
Victoria prepares to cater for the adventure park opening and Robert tells her if things don't work out with Chrissie, he has a few contacts. Paddy wakes up on The Woolpack sofa, and asks Chas if he can stay for the day to hide away from Pearl. Chas advises him to face his problems head on, and Paddy thanks her for talking to him. Chas insists he's doing the right thing in moving on. Carly helps Frank to find a wedding present for Tracy and David.
David is nervous about receiving his test results, and insists he doesn't want to know if it's bad news. Frank explains to Tracy he wanted to do something special for her, but Tracy orders him out of her life. Victoria is adamant she and Robert will clear Andy's name. Jai worries about Priya, and tries to get the truth out of Leyla.
It's the morning of her wedding, and Tracy wakes up in the backseat of the pink car with Frank in the front. She demands answers, unable to believe her dad has kidnapped on her wedding day. Tracy orders Frank to start driving, but the car doesn't start. She is furious when Frank reveals it's later than he thought.
Tracy cannot believe how much is going wrong on what's supposed to be the best day of her life. As she goes to call for help, Frank's phone runs out of battery. Frank, Tracy and Vanessa hear a car, so run to the lane, but the car drives past them, splashing Tracy's dress with more mud in the process.
Leyla ropes Jacob into helping her clean up The Woolpack after the reception. She comments on how David and Tracy are lying to themselves, as David was ready to call off things. Jermaine turns up late for his shift after visiting Belle. Charity enquirers if Cain has been to visited his sister yet.
Dan suggests ideas for his and Kerry's wedding, but Kerry's mind is elsewhere. Frank has spent the night at Tenant's Cottage and tries to get Megan back into bed. At the factory, Joanie questions what's wrong with Kerry, and offers to cover for her. Jimmy runs into Lydia in Main Street and is disappointed when she says she'll no longer be baking him a pie, and instead she'll bring a fruit salad to the meeting.
Kerry is still acting odd and Dan worries she has something on her mind. Kerry fears Zak is about to blow her pregnancy secret when he reveals Joanie has mentioned what's wrong, and is relieved when Zak puts it down to stress. Kerry tells Joanie that she needs to get rid of it for her and Dan to have a future, blurting out she slept with Ross.
Charity tells hungover Cain that she and Ross were together last night. Moira finds Holly listening to a love song so tries to find out more about Holly's mystery man. Moira admits selling the farm is partly due to splitting up with Cain, but she's ready for a change. Lisa isn't pleased with Cain for leaving whilst Belle was still missing.
Chas realises Charity and Cain are together as she and Charity sing along to the radio. She isn't pleased and demands to knows what's happening, but Cain denies anything is going on. In the shop, Bob and Carly tease Jai about his mystery woman. Chas tells Cain and Charity that she hates them both and Charity is annoyed Cain didn't say anything.
Cain can't believe Adam's news and asks him to repeat it. Adam shouts Holly is dead, shocking everyone in the pub. Adam swings for Cain, who tries to comfort him, before Adam walks out. Rhona and Pierce arrive home. Pearl goes to tell them Paddy is staying, when the man himself appears and explains he is no longer moving to Germany. Pierce is annoyed with the new arrangement.
Jai reads over his last text from Holly, struggling to comprehend what's happened. Priya tells her brother he doesn't need to be at work, but Jai insists he's fine, although Priya knows he isn't. Victoria assures Adam that Holly knew he loved her. Zak and Pete help out by keeping the farm ticking over on Cain's instruction.
Victoria confides in Marlon that she's worried about Adam. Adam finds Moira in Holly's bedroom and he questions why he didn't make things up with Holly, as he could've spotted some signs, but Moira insists there weren't any, expect for a half-packed case. Adam theorizes that whoever Holly was seeing has something to hide, and concludes Holly's mystery man was drug dealer Simon.
Paddy and Rhona run into each other in the café and Paddy questions if the occupation order will prevent him from doing his job. Paddy continues to denies putting the top in his bag, and vows to fight the order. Pete and Leyla debate what to do with the photo of Holly and Jai. They agree to tell Moira, but only after Leyla has a word with Jai.
Charity still hasn't told Cain about Debbie staying in France. Moira turns up at the factory to talk to Jai about Holly.
Kerry can't find the keys to the camper van. Cain tells Charity that the sooner they get away the better. Kerry can't get the camper van started.
Dan asks what Kerry is up to. Moira puts on a front as Cain admits he is leaving with Charity.
Kerry worries about Dan. Laurel remembers something.
James worries. Bernice is alarmed. Ross feels guilty as Dan wishes he never knew what Kerry did.
Rakesh wakes up in his car. Moira and Pete visit James in hospital.
Rakesh puts the bottle of pills in his pocket as he is leaving his room at the B&B. Emma assures James that things are under control. She shows him her old wedding dress, and some old love letter they exchanged whilst dating that she came across during the move.
It's the day of Holly's funeral. James insists to Emma that he needs to get up to go to Holly's funeral. Rebecca calls the DNA test company.
James confronts Emma. Priya catches Rakesh just as he's about to head into the police station. Adam struggles to comprehend that Holly is really gone.
Emma continues to repair Wylie's Farm. James goes through the drawers and is relieved when he comes across a key. Pierce walks into the café to find Paddy and Rhona talking.
In the rain, Harriet leads a funeral procession to the Cemetery. Aaron is underwater.
The rain pours as everyone gathers round a grave. Pierce looks at his hands covered in blood as Paddy lays with scratches covering his face.
A coffin is lowered into the ground as the rain continues to pour. James screams out as he falls.
Dotty's christening takes place, but Ashley is upset to forget his daughter. Lachlan tries to get help. Emma accidentally pushes James from the bridge.
Aaron and Robert are unconscious and their car is underwater. On the bypass, Paddy and Rhona also sit in their battered car unconscious. Pierce comes round only to witness another two cars collide. Emma plucks up the courage to look down on the carnage she has caused and sees James' lifeless body.
PC Gibson finds confused Ashley in the woods. At Wylie's Farm, Emma struggles to clean up and stitch up the cut her head. Robert and Victoria arrive at the hospital where Adam tells them Aaron is in surgery as he has internal bleeding. He also explains that James has been brought in too. Finn watches as doctors tend to James.
Ross arrives home bragging about his latest conquest. He questions what has happened and is devastated when Pete reveals James is dead. Robert has slept at the hospital and he tells Aaron about James' death, and how the police think him being run over started the crash. He also informs him that Paddy and Rhona were involved in the crash, telling him Paddy came to visit him whilst he was sleeping, and Rhona has had surgery.
It's Rebecca's 30th birthday, and Lachlan calls her desperate for flirting with Robert. Rebecca tries to explain she was just trying to clear the air, and protests she hardly ever slept with Robert, and he was only using her. She claims she hated herself and was ashamed of her actions, so that's why she left. Lachlan asks about the scrapyard, but Rebecca begs Lachlan to keep quiet when she hears Chrissie approaching. Vanessa stresses about the locum vet, so Frank offers to look after Johnny for her whilst she goes on a call out.
At Home Farm, Lawrence tries to lighten the mood between Rebecca and Lachlan. Rebecca makes a dig at Lachlan so Chrissie sarcastically responds that she'd never do anything to hurt the family. Rebecca insists you can't compare the two
Charity looks for her passport, which Chas finds in the biscuit tin. Noah denies it has anything to do with him. Charity tells her son that as soon as she and Cain are settled, they will send for him. Chas assures Charity that she will look after Noah. Cain asks Chas to keep an eye on the garage for him. Chrissie moans to Lawrence about Rebecca. Rebecca appears and annoys Chrissie even more when she reveals she wants to work in the family business. Lawrence volunteers Chrissie to show her the ropes.
Cain tells Charity that France is a mistake. Charity tells him it's their new beginning and instructs him to drive, but Cain gets out the car. Rhona has been released from hospital and she and Pierce go to the café. She asks Pierce to stop fussing, and agrees to go home to rest if he goes back to work.
Zak is shocked to find Cain at Butlers Farm. Cain explains he couldn't go to France, as this is where he belongs. Moira tells Adam that whilst she and Cain are still married, he has a stake in the farm, and although she hates having him around, she is not going to give him the satisfaction of thinking she cares. Bernice gives Kerry all the unpleasant jobs at the salon in return for Kerry hosting a Halloween party there. Rakesh suggests they look to the cordial range to make the money back that he took.
Lisa cleans Wishing Well Cottage in preparation for Belle's visit when she gets called away to the factory. Zak questions what is wrong with Jermaine as he doesn't seem interested in Belle's return Sam is besotted when Kerry shows off her sexy devil costume, which she hopes will reunite her and Dan. Charity returns to The Woolpack where Chas lectures her about allowing her family to think she was dead, and being insensitive after Aaron nearly died in a lake.
Sam brings hungover Kerry a cup of tea and offers to make her breakfast everyday. Sam assumes he and Kerry are a couple now and is crushed when she explains last night was a mistake. Sam hits back and says he isn't surprised Dan dumped her if this is the way she treats people. Joanie gives Zak a present for Belle before she heads to work.
Lisa comes across some pictures of Zak. Priya walks in on Pete and Leyla. DS Carter informs Emma and Ross that James had high levels of morphine in his system.
The Bartons look through photos for the order of service, but Ross thinks they should be spending their time figuring out how James died instead. Finn insists it was an accident, but Ross is adamant Cain is somehow involved. Priya tells Rakesh she hasn't told Jai or Rishi what happened, but they know something's up. She reveals her anorexia has come back.
Emma tells Ashley he is wrong as she wasn't there but Ashley is adamant she was on the bridge. Emma tells Ashley he is confused when Doug appears and Ashley walks off with him. David, Tracy and Sam discuss Frank's womanizing ways and Sam asks Frank for tips to woo ladies. Rakesh calls around friends looking for somewhere to sleep for the night. Jai appears in the pub and informs Rakesh he should pack his bags for good.
It's the day of James' funeral and Emma remembers the good times. Ashley becomes worked up when Bernice presents him with jam on toast instead of marmalade. Laurel calms him down and tells Bernice and Doug that she's the only thing Ashley needs. The villagers gather in the street as the hearse arrives. Rebecca hands out flyers for her fireworks display which annoys Chrissie. Sam talks up Frank to Megan, but Megan is aware they are not really Sam's words.
Rebecca hands out flyers for her firework display in the café. Jimmy offers his service, and Rebecca gets him to collect kindling. Nicola tries to put Jimmy off attending. Zak receives a call from Belle about her visit. Megan has a work crisis and she has no choice but to accept Frank's offer of childcare. Chrissie comments to Lawrence that Rebecca has done nothing for the party which Rebecca overhears and puts her straight.
Rebecca lays motionless with blood pooling at her head. Chrissie and Lachlan panic when they hear Doug approaching. Lachlan insists they needs to go now, and moments later, Doug finds Rebecca. The villagers gather on Home Farm grounds in preparation for the fireworks display, but Nicola is anxious about being near the bonfire. Lachlan throws the bag with the smashed vase into the bonfire.
Sam clears up the bonfire, and Chrissie instructs him to take everything to the tip. The following morning, Zak clears Belle's room in preparation from her return. Joanie insists they need to talk to Kyle and Amelia about Belle. Ross continues to wind Adam up. Diane and Doug arrives back from the police station and they thank Rebecca for the footage. Diane tells Robert that the footage better be enough, or she's holding him responsible.
Victoria tells Adam she has the afternoon off so they can spend time with each other and talk, but Adam explains he is working on the farm. Joanie assures Belle it's okay she is staying, and Zak insists he's there to look after her. Lawrence gets a frosty reception in the café and Bernice asks Lawrence what has happened to him.
Adam struggles to digest the news Victoria could be pregnant. Zak tries to explain things to Belle insisting he forgot himself for a second. He apologises and states it was a stupid mistake that won't be repeated. Lawrence threatens to call the police, but Diane encourages him to do it. Doug suggests they go, and Diane agrees, but warns Lawrence she'll be back and the villagers will drive the Whites out.
Chrissie is adamant Diane needs to be stopped as she won't give up until they are out of business. She can't believe Lawrence is defending Diane, but Lawrence hopes things will blow over. Jai warns Kerry she is on thin ice. Bernice tells Diane she can't take on the White's and win, just as Chrissie appears at the door with an eviction notice. Joanie insists Zak will need to move into Wishing Well to look after Belle until Lisa comes home.
Kerry and George have spent the night together at the salon, and Kerry hopes it will lead to something more. Bernice is surprised to find the pair together and is in no mood to hear Kerry go on about him. Doug suggests Diane put her arrest and the subsequent caution behind her. Robert and Rebecca call round and stop Diane from going up to Home Farm. Rebecca offers to go instead as she has a better chance of getting through to Lawrence.
Kerry wakes up in the factory surrounded by chocolates and alcohol. She walks to the packing area and sees the destruction she has caused. Aaron is jealous to witness Rebecca and Robert together in the shop. Kerry panics when she hears Jai and Rishi approaching and hides in the store room. Jai can't believe the state of the factory. Gabby finally admits to Bernice she isn't vegan and never has been.
Robert places flowers on Sarah's grave. Diane is surprised to see him there and reveals to Aaron that Robert and Rebecca are plotting to get Home Farm. Robert explains if they can't clear Andy's name then they can at least hit Chrissie where it hurts. Diane states Sarah would be heart broken at what Robert has become.
Rebecca is shocked to hear about Diane's actions the previous day and insists Chrissie needs to report it to the police. Chrissie reassures Lachlan that she only told Diane what she wanted to hear. David gives Frank an advance so he can take Megan out for lunch. Kerry hobbles into the factory on crutches and asks Jai to apologises and to give her the money she is owed and she'll say no more about things.
At the police station, DS Mudd tells Lachlan he can't be interviewed without an appropriate adult. Liv bunks off school, so Chas gets her to help out at The Woolpack. Paddy advises Pierce about the natural remedies that helped manage Rhona's pain previously.
Frank tries to sneak out of Tenant House, but Megan asks where he's going. Frank lies that he has to work, and makes excuses not to see Megan later. After walking in on Marlon and Carly kissing, Liv tells Marlon that Paddy wants Rhona back. Rhona is nervous about the divorce meditation meeting so Pierce offers to drive her there to support her, and he is put out when Rhona mentions she and Paddy have agreed to drive over together.
Pierce and Rhona discuss the flowers, although Pierce doesn't reveal they were from Liv. Shattered Adam rejects Victoria's offer of a quickie as he has to work. Brenda keeps Bob out of the café so Carly can teach her how to sell the cosmetics. Joanie notices Belle is being off with her. When Zak and Joanie leave, Jermaine asks Belle what's bothering her, and suggests she write it down. Pierce follows Liv into David's Shop and gets David to leave by mentioning there may be rats in his bins.
Paddy checks up on Rhona. Rhona assures him she's fine, but Pierce has left her, and she wants him to come home. Belle prepares to go back to work and Zak is annoyed to her she told Jermaine about his kiss with Lisa. Emma researches what will happen at the inquest. Pete is hopeful they will get answers about how James died, but Emma explains they might never find out.
Zak thinks Joanie should take legal action after leaving the factory. Joanie wants him to drop it but Zak insists he'll fight the issue. Emma wakes up on the sofa and immediately takes some pills. Zak demands to talk to Jai. Priya insists Joanie doesn't need to resign and shocks Zak by explaining Joanie has handed in her resignation letter. Zak walks onto the factory floor and demands whoever wrote Joanie's name to take it back.
Emma is still annoyed about Leyla sticking her nose in her business the previous day. Zak brings Joanie's a newspaper so they can look for places in Leeds, but Joanie knows he doesn't really want to move away. Zak assures his wife he wants her and they can live wherever she wants. Pete, Finn and Ross worry about Emma and the inquest.
At the inquest Emma explains how James wasn't happy at the end and wanted out. She states she begged him to let her help as she couldn't lose him again. The corner calls a recess and Emma runs out of the court. Bobby watches as Frank and Tracy fundraiser for the cancer ward. Tracy approaches Bobby to donate and Bobby lies he is a reporter so Tracy agrees to an interview and they head into the pub to talk.
Frank calls around old friends looking for a loan to pay off Bobby. Tracy gets a call from Bobby and passes the phone to Frank. Finn tries to make sense of James' death by attempting to talk to Pete and Ross about it.
Moira tells Emma she can't get Holly out of her head as there is always something that reminds her of her daughter. Emma insists she is there for her. Frank panics when Tracy mentions talking to the police about his beating and David suggests going down to the police station. Chrissie and Lawrence discuss Lachlan's defence and Chrissie hopes her son might get a lenient sentence.
Chrissie phones Lachlan and is worried to hear that there was a fight, although Lachlan assures her he is fine. Lawrence tries to be optimistic about Lachlan's chances of getting bail at the plea hearing today but Chrissie worries about if he isn't. Chrissie suggests telling the truth but Lawrence reminds her they can't support Lachlan if they are locked up. Rebecca tells Lawrence she is sorry and doesn't want to move out but Lawrence refuses to change his mind.
Ronnie informs disappointed Lawrence that he'll be leaving as he has taken a job in Inverness. Rebecca tells Ronnie that him leaving is the last thing Lawrence wants. Ross and Pete question when Emma and Moira got so close. In the café, April pranks sleeping Jimmy with some squirty cream. Moira confronts Emma about the card and the curry.
Jimmy tells Nicola that he has an all night job. Lawrence finds Bernice in the café and apologises for what she witnessed last night. Bernice insists she hopes Lawrence finds happiness, and Lawrence tells her she deserves to be happy. At Wishing Well Cottage, Belle prepares for her interview at Hotten Tutorial College. Chrissie is surprised to learn about Lawrence's plea for Ronnie to stay.
As Nicola bangs at the hotel room door, Jimmy tells Bernice he's sorry, he was half asleep and though she was Nicola. Bernice hides in the wardrobe whilst Jimmy cleans up before opening the door to his screaming wife. Nicola is surprised to find Jimmy alone in the hotel room. Dan takes another look at Ronnie's van. Jimmy tells Nicola that the hotel was a surprise for her, but Nicola is skeptical and questions where the kids would go.
Nicola snaps at the children over breakfast. Rodney offers to do the school run when Bernice appears and insists it's all been a misunderstanding, she's not sleeping with Jimmy. Jimmy has slept in the Pirate Ship. Laurel suggests he talk to Nicola. Jermaine tells Belle about the job, explaining it's in America. Rodney tells Nicola that she needs to speak to Jimmy.
Jermaine and Belle are excited about moving to Boston. Zak inquires if Belle has told Lisa about moving away yet, but Belle deflects the question by asking her dad the same. Belle tells Zak he can't stop her going. Jimmy orders Nicola not to take things out on the children and reminds her of her kiss with Dan.
Jermaine receives a call stating that the company want him in Boston next week. Lisa asks Belle if this is what she really wants, and insists she's happy if her daughter is happy. Outside the B&B, Kasim explains to Tracy that he's come to find whoever saved his life in a car crash, but doesn't know who it is. Zak is adamant Belle doesn't know what she wants, when Lisa arrives at the pub to explains they are leaving next week.
Pete reminds Finn he can talk to him about anything. Kasim checks in on Finn and suggests they go to lunch together. Lisa tells Zak that Jermaine was right when he said they were only thinking of themselves, but Zak insists the only thing that matters is Belle staying put and he'd do it over again.
The villagers gather in The Woolpack to prepare for the Christmas lights switch on. Ashley is confused as he should be at the day centre, but Laurel tells him he is staying with her today. Eric reminisces about Val as he hands Harriet some keys. Perplexed Ashley wants to go to the day centre, and asks Charity to take him. Sandy tries to blag a free drink off Charity, and when she isn't looking, he pours the contents of his hip flask into his tea.
Liv tries to get hold of Gabby, but walks out the pub when Sandy goes to talk to Aaron. In the hospital waiting room, Diane tries to clam distressed Ashley as Laurel tries to get hold of Bernice. Chas and Paddy talk about old times, and Chas suggests they go into Hotten for lunch and let Rhona believe they have been in the surgery all afternoon.
Chas moans to Moira about Liv just as PC Stevens arrives at the pub with a Social Worker. Cain watches as Moira leaves. Laurel asks Cain to have a look at Doug's car, but moody Cain tells her to find another garage. Liv explains to the social worker that Gabby told her to film things, and insists it was just a laugh.
Laurel is still asleep on the sofa when Doug arrives to look at the boiler. Laurel grabs the key when Doug mentions bleeding the radiators. Leyla overhears as Frank gives Jacob advice on girls. Ashley asks for pasta for dinner, but Laurel explains it's only the morning. Zak arrives at the farm to help and tells Pete and Emma they can go. Chas has a go at Brenda when she asks for some change.
Aaron apologises to Chas for the trouble Liv has caused, and admits she was right about coming down heavy on her. Moira assures Adam that she's okay with him and Victoria going back to Keepers Cottage. Liv sees Gabby is still getting bulling texts and informs Bernice about what's going on. Gabby insists she can handle things but Bernice vows to put a stop to it. Ashley can't remember how he injured his hands so Sandy suggests Laurel reconsider the day centre or think about getting in some help.
Aaron sends Liv off to school with some lunch, but before she leaves the shop, she swipes a bottle of vodka. Ashley mistakes Aaron for Cain and forgets why his hands are bandaged. Adam tells Moira that the freezer lorry wasn't plugged in and all the stock is ruined. Moira denies having anything to do with it, but Adam suspects alcohol was involved. Lisa shows Belle the profile of a man she's meeting later in the pub, although she insists she's only looking for friendship. Marlon tells Paddy he is punching above his weight with Chas.
David receives a delivery of 100 mini Christmas trees. Leyla feels awful as she watches David blame Frank for the mistake. but Frank immediately begins to try to flog the trees. Rhona and Paddy have received their decrees nisi and Rhona insists he's too good of a man to stay single for long. Lisa tells Zak that Belle needs a new laptop for college, and asks to go halves.
Aaron denies everything until Rebecca brings up CCTV. Rebecca takes her phone out to call the police, but Aaron insists there is no proof. Rebecca dials 999 and raises the phone to her ear but Aaron begs her not to call as he'll lose his sister. Tracy calls Pete to the shop where she awkwardly tells him Leyla is sick of them not having time alone. Paddy informs Rhona and Pierce that Lydia is mad.
Rebecca asks Robert to help her again, which leaves Aaron feeling jealous despite Robert revealing the money he makes with Rebecca will be used to do up Mill Cottage. Tracy apologises to Leyla again and offers to have a word with Pete. Frank tells Tracy that actions speak louder than words, so she should build bridges with Leyla, suggesting she invite Leyla and Pete to the pub quiz. Laurel confides in Marlon that Arthur found out how she cut her lip and now he's scared of Ashley.
2001
Chris finds himself caught in the crossfire when the tension between Charity and Zoe reaches epic proportions.
Zoe tries to bribe Charity with 5,000 pounds to leave Home Farm, but she is unsure whether to accept the offer.
The Sugden boys drive Kathy to distraction, while Charity discovers there's no hiding from Cain. Donna is less than thrilled to learn Bob is moving in with her mother.
Charity fears for her life after an aggressive visit from Cain, while the Sugdens discover they are in a financial quagmire.
Richie takes the bull by the horns and silences his critics, while Bob goes on the road again, and Andy makes a good impression.
Robert remains suspicious about Andy's involvement in the fire. Tensions continue to run high between Charity, Chris and Cain.
Zak finally plucks up the courage to tell Cain that he is his son. Meanwhile, Bernice begins the search for her long-lost sister.
Cain struggles to come to terms with Zak's news. Bernice's search for her long-lost sister results in a surprise.
Bernice comes face to face with her sister who has a shock revelation for her. Cain revels in his new position in the Dingle household.
Bernice and her new-found sister Nicola get to know each other. Lady Tara plays around with Marc and Sean's emotions.
Zak comes up with an idea for how to bond with Cain. Tricia attempts to get Nicola and Diane to bond. Adam attempts to prove his worth to Zoe.
Tara reveals that she is having an affair with a married man. Marc is stunned to discover Sean's sordid secret. Chris sets out to heal the stud farm wounds.
Tempers rise as Marc gives his father an ultimatum. Eric's antics drive Marlon to distraction. Tara attempts to charm her way out of trouble.
Sean is forced to admit the truth about his affair. Angie is devastated by Sean's revelation and they struggle to salvage the wreckage of their marriage.
Having been banished by his family, Sean spends a lonely night in the haulage office, while Marlon gets nervous about the imminent arrival of a health inspector.
Marlon is delighted to receive a booking for a party of 18, but when they don't appear he suspects he has been set up. Sean seeks refuge at Terry's.
Charity and Chris throw a housewarming party, while Sean's work suffers after losing touch with his family.
Marc confronts Tara about her affair with his father, prompting Angie to investigate the cause of her son's distress.
A furious Angie is further enraged by Lady Tara, who tells the police about her violent outburst. Paddy feels the pressure of running the vets alone.
Zak concocts some secret plans, while Belle sustains an injury when Lisa is forced to ask Cain to look after her.
Cain finds it almost impossible to regain Lisa's trust after Belle's accident. Eric pushes Frankie to breaking point. Things are revving up for Scott and Chloe.
Bernice takes a home pregnancy test, while Zak holds a family get-together to welcome Belle home from hospital. Scott does his level best to impress Chloe.
Bernice discovers Nicola's boyfriend is being unfaithful, but can't decide whether to tell her sister. Jason holds a party for Joe to keep their relationship on track.
Joe's birthday bash descends into chaos after an old friend turns up out of the blue, and Emily proves an unlikely ally for Nicola in her hour of need.
Bob does his best to get back into Viv's good books. Bernice plans a girls' night in at the vicarage. Jason discovers that Joe has left.
Viv is taken aback when Bob proposes to her. Tricia lashes out at Jason and Bernice. Jack learns just how grim life behind bars can be.
Confusion abounds as Bob and Viv finally get married. Alan takes Diane out on his motorbike. Andy bunks off school to spend the day with Cain.
Viv and Bob's secret marriage soon becomes common knowledge. Alan springs a surprise on Diane, and Marlon is driven to distraction by Tricia and Chloe's bickering.
Prison life starts getting to Jack. Bob ducks the question when Viv asks to meet his family. Marlon thanks Diane and Alan for the restaurant review.
Andy is shocked to hear Kathy has been instructed to sell the farm by Jack. Diane has words with Tricia when she asks for her job back at the Woolpack.
Chris arranges an important meeting with a big client. Zak finds a council surveyor snooping around his barn. Seth gets into trouble with Betty after trying to help Charity.
Chris makes Charity his PA. Sean is taken aback when Terry tells him to pull himself together. Zak turns to Eric for advice over the barn.
Angie finds life hard without Sean. Cain tries to persuade Zak that the offer for the barn is worth considering. Chris makes plans to catch up with Tara.
Angie receives a card and a rose, assuming they are from Sean. Zak takes Lisa on a surprise trip to Oakwell Hall. Marc takes Donna out to dinner.
Jack's barrister warns him the case is stacked against him. Sean thinks that Angie and Richie are having an affair. Zoe meets with Andrew Fraser.
Chris is furious to discover Zoe has appointed Andrew stud farm manager. Richie invites Robert and Victoria for tea. Sean feels rough after what happened with Angie.
Kathy tries to apologise to Robert. Marc asks Angie for a driving lesson.
Robert picks up the pieces from the previous evening's argument. Nicola introduces herself to Andrew. Scott helps Chloe with her car.
Kathy heads to the prison to see Jack. Sean's dad arrives to a warm welcome from Ollie while Chloe's mother also comes to visit.
Kathy finds Victoria Cottage a complete mess. Chloe asks Scott when her car will be ready. Emily is smitten with a young man in the church.
The Dingles decide to throw a party, forcing Emily into a difficult decision. The Sugdens put their farm up for sale. Cain causes trouble during Angie's girls' night out.
Emily spends the evening with Ed instead of going to the Dingles' party. Angie struggles to keep Cain out of her thoughts. Bernice questions Andrew's intentions towards Nicola.
Zak and Cain confront Pollard over his dirty dealings. Bev has reason to celebrate with Paddy. Nicola and Emily contemplate the implications of their encounters with men.
Bernice is on tenterhooks as she takes another pregnancy test. Viv and Donna argue over their surname. Paddy struggles to tell Bev his feelings.
Bob has to think on his feet when Viv suggests he should give up his job and join her in the shop. Andy adds to Kathy's woes. Alan works out that Bernice is pregnant.
Carol remains tight-lipped about her divorce settlement. Paddy puts his foot in it and offends Bev. Viv makes plans to buy the bed and breakfast.
Cain convinces Andy to try shoplifting. Carol offers Terry a job at the post office. Edna is stunned by the cost of Batley's operation.
Angie gets dressed up for a night out, much to Ollie's disgust. Emily is fearful for her job at the post office. Andy has to think on his feet when caught with a stolen watch.
Angie gives in to temptation after she is called out to a disturbance at the farm involving Cain. Chris doesn't take kindly to Andrew's growing interest in Charity.
Andrew saves a mare experiencing foaling problems and rescues the stud farm's good name. Cain and Angie arrange a secret rendezvous.
Andrew turns on the charm as he shows a new client around the stud farm. Viv tries to encourage Bob to become more involved in her plans. Nicola catches Andrew kissing Elise.
Chris wants to sack Andrew, but Zoe earns him a reprieve. Kathy endures a nail-biting wait for the final TB tests on Jack's cattle. Bernice gives Nicola some sisterly advice.
Rodney confronts Andrew after hearing what he did to Nicola. Carol grows tired of village tastes. Andy is dismayed to hear Angie plans to give evidence against Jack.
Carol has a last-minute change of heart about buying the shop. Robert admits to Kathy that he believes Jack is selling the farm because he knows he's going down.
Carol has some explaining to do after gazumping Viv over the bed and breakfast. Jack gets the benefit of Harry's court experience. Nicola discovers Bernice is pregnant.
Tension mounts on the eve of Jack's murder trial as opinion over his guilt polarises. Viv is still smarting over Carol's betrayal. Eric is a victim of his own security measures.
Jack gets ready for his trial, supported by his friends and family. Richie gives his testimony.
The trial is going against Jack as he mounts a desperate defence of innocence. Is it too little, too late?
Andy breaks down under cross examination and takes justice into his own hands.
Just when things can't get any worse for Jack, Ritchie changes his evidence. Is it the end of the line for Andy?
It's verdict day. Jack faces the reality of life imprisonment but what will the jury decide?
Emily's heartbroken when Zak lays down the law. Jack struggles to get his family in order.
Zak explodes when he discovers another man in the house. Marlon and Tricia struggle desperately to make ends meet. Eric has an unexpected surprise for Gloria.
Cain's sinister warning leaves Ed scared for his life as Paddy gets an unexpected lodger. Gloria's stunned to discover she's lost Eric's necklace.
The pressure's unbearable as Marlon bursts into the restaurant. Gloria's backed into a corner as she struggles to come up with the cash. Lisa has harsh words for Zak.
Tricia's idea of initiative leaves Marlon with a nasty taste in his mouth. Desperation leaves Gloria to seek solace in the church. Len receives an offer he can't refuse.
Gloria fights for life as the truth hits home for Eric and Ashley. Gloria comes round in hospital to find Ashley at her bedside, and, mistakenly, believes him to have been the one who saved her. When Ashley explains otherwise, Gloria is pleasantly surprised. She wouldn't have thought of Eric as her knight in shining armour, but she sees a side of him that wasn't apparent before. It soon becomes clear that trying to kill herself wasn't the answer and her friends rallied round her. She then realises she should have turned to them in the first place and is very happy to have the chance to accept their offers of help. It feels good to have off-loaded the guilt she was harbouring. Meanwhile, there's gossip in the village as the Sugdens return from Spain and Tricia’s miffed when Cain and Zak arrive bearing unwanted gifts for her and Marlon.
Gloria is discharged from hospital following her suicide attempt and stays at the vicarage, much to the surprise of the entire village. Paddy’s stunned to hear from Zoe about Gloria and blames Eric for her despair, but when Eric feels no sympathy and intimates that Paddy had at one point felt like Gloria did after Mandy left him, Paddy, enraged, grabs him and furiously tells Eric that he doesn't know how he felt, but that is not the case. Eric tells a stunned Paddy that he, too, tried to kill himself. Robert finds Richie in the street and demands to know who killed Sarah, but when Richie refuses to divulge who did it, Robert hurls a rock through Richie's car window. Alan questions Jack over his intentions towards Diane, but Jack assures him that he hasn't got any.
Ready for a meeting, Richie is furious to find that his car window has been smashed in and calls Angie. He points her in Robert's direction, as he was Richie's only visitor last night. Jack is surprised to find out that Robert visited Richie and he talks to the boys about who smashed the window. Robert owns up, telling Jack that he visited Richie because he wanted to know who killed Sarah. Jack is furtherly devastated when Andy, worried that the trial was going against his father, admits that he told Richie that he started the fire. Meanwhile, Gloria’s surprised by a guilty proposal from Eric and Rodney senses there’s something going on between Diane and Alan.
Jack is determined to see that Richie keeps his word about Andy’s part in the fire. He heads round to Richie's for a chat, where Richie assures him that he will not say anything, feeling that spilling the beans about what Andy did will disrespect Sarah's memory. Jack asks Richie for a pint and they head over to The Woolpack together. When they leave when an argument between Viv, Bob, Terry, Carol and Diane breaks out, Richie's horrified when Jack delivers a sinister threat. Meanwhile, Angie heads to the farm off duty to get confirmation of the window smashing from Robert, who offers to pay for the damage; Eric’s disturbed by Gloria’s presence as the gossip gains momentum and Carlos is surprised by a baby picture of Nicola.
Diane opens her heart to Jack, but will he want her back? Andrew and Charity disappear for the day, leaving Chris to suspect an affair. A stolen kiss gives Carlos food for thought.
It's the day of Diane and Bernice's dinner party. Diane wallows in self-pity after her dumping from Jack. And Bernice suffers from an ultra shock when she catches Nicola and Carlos kissing! Chris is becoming more and more possessive over Charity and when she slips off for the day with Zoe, he's sent on the warpath to find her whereabouts. Jason finds an unordinary friend in Edna while Angie and Cain arrange a rendezvous at the Reynolds' house with the family out for the night. However, the night of passion ends in tatters when Ollie and Len arrive home earlier than expected, and the two are nearly caught in bed together. Seth and Ed find a friend in one another and Seth offers his advice on working at Home Farm.
Chris is determined to break Andrew, while there's competition in the air as the village prepares for a quiz night at the Woolpack.
Rodney informs Bernice and Ashley that he intends to stay in the village for longer than he had intended after forming several business deals with Chris Tate. Marlon is furious with Tricia when he discovers that she's bidden on a vast majority of items that they don't need at an auction and all have been accepted. With business also lacking, he's lost for words when they are both told that no refunds are available and the total cost is over £300. Len attempts to play matchmaker with Sean and Angie. However, when Len prompts Sean to visit Angie, who they believe to be at home alone, Cain and Angie are nearly caught in the act again. After a muffled row with Sean and throwing him out,
Tricia storms out, leaving Marlon anxious he's gone too far. Chris is shocked when Charity turns the tables on his jealousy. Heartbroken, Sean takes comfort from Kathy.
Bernice spends the day threatening about names for the baby; she doesn't want anything too common. Business is lacking at Chez Marlon and Tricia isn't the favourite person on everyone's list. In an attempt to help Marlon, she humiliatingly asks for her job back at The Woolpack, whom Bernice refuses. The lads from Tenant House and Ashley put on their running shoes and compete through a jog around the village. Rodney lets slip to Tricia that Diane may be playing both Alan and Jack at the same time. Tricia heatedly confronts Diane about this in front of a crowd in the pub, and is once again humiliated when the whole thing turns out to be a sham. With her life sloping down quicker than the speed of light, Tricia sulks in her own misery.
Tricia is reeling with embarrassment after the events of the previous day. Bernice is shocked to find out Carlos has stayed the night at The Vicarage and decides Nicola has outstayed her welcome. She persuades Diane to take Nicola up at the pub. Diane's seedy love life is at the height of gossip throughout the village, and when Viv lets onto Richie that her and Jack may have been at it when Sarah was still alive, he is furious and releases his temper out on Diane in the Woolpack. Alan lets known to Tricia how truly disappointed he is with her recent actions. Diane gives Rodney a piece of her mind and he too has a few insults to trade. Bernice decides that Tricia has truly run her course with her mouth and sets out on a confrontation.
Bernice's world comes crashing down around her when, already reeling from her row with Tricia, she goes to the hospital for her first scan - only to be told she has lost the baby. When she and Ashley arrive at the hospital for the scan, they don't even consider the possibility that something could be wrong - they're too busy chatting about how happy they are. But when the nurse performing the scan hurries off to fetch a doctor, Bernice soon realises that something is very wrong, and it's not long before her worst fears are confirmed. Bernice has what is called a missed miscarriage - she probably miscarried a few days earlier, but the baby hasn't come away properly yet, which is why she hadn't realised. At first she thinks they've made a mistake, and she goes into denial. The final seeds of mistrust are sown between Marlon and Tricia when she admits that she had slept with Gavin.
Bernice is in complete shock with the news of her miscarriage. Ashley tries to keep a brave face on for the sake of his wife, but there's only little time he can keep up the act. She wants to keep a low-profile, but when the news is broken too everyone, her family rally around her. Tricia confides in Terry about being the unpopular source of the village. He reassures her that she's loved. However, when she makes the mistake of bringing Bernice flowers without knowing of her miscarriage, receiving a scolding from Rodney and being neglected from Marlon for the second time, Tricia walks out on her nearest and dearest. Bob tries to flog a cupid table to Carol through Terry, with the thinking mind of helping Viv, despite her and Carol's brooding conflict. Chris cancels a night with Charity once again and she's bored of playing second best with his business. She decides to spend the night entertaining Scott in Chez Marlon, despite Chris later changing his mind.
Marlon’s wakes up to find Tricia is missing. He enquires at the pub, and at the vicarage after he hears about Bernice's miscarriage. His world collapses as he realises that Tricia is really gone. Heartbroken Ashley is concerned about Bernice's state of mind as she hasn't cried at all. Carol is taken in by Terry’s ruse.
Tara returns to Home Farm, leaving Chris and Zoe wondering what her motives are. Meanwhile, Ashley struggles to get through to Bernice.
Marlon still waits for news of Tricia and rushes to the door when the postman bring some letters. He rifles through them and finds a small card that tells him that she's safe and well, but requests that he does not try to look for her as she is better off without him, much to his dismay. He heads to The Woolpack to show Alan, who tells him that she has, at least, made the effort to contact him, but advises him to give her time. Meanwhile, Bernice expresses her surprise about Edna's comforting words, while the reality of the miscarriage hits home for Ashley when young mother Sharon brings her daughter round to the vicarage and he breaks down in Bernice's arms. Elsewhere, Jack’s forced to face the reality of selling the farm and Andrew’s caught in the feud between Chris and Tara.
Chris’ uncontrollable jealousy overwhelms him and he gets the wrong end of the stick when Zoe mentions that Terry has been spending a lot of time with Charity, especially since Terry keeps getting sent to check up on her. His jealousy goes too far when he accuses Terry of having an affair with Charity. Terry is furious at the accusation and resigns.Jack avoids telling the boys the truth about the farm when he gets dressed up in a suit and tie and lies that he's going off to an auction for farm implements. In the Woolpack, he tells Betty, Seth and Alan that he actually went to the job centre, but had no luck. Meanwhile, there's much speculation about Paddy and Emily.
While Jack is working out on the farm, he finds a body lying amongst the hay and is shocked to discover it is his cellmate Harry. Harry stirs and Jack takes him indoors to warm up. Following a hot bath, Harry explains that he was released after serving his sentence while on remand, but his family isn't interested in him, so he thought he could count on Jack for a bed for the night. After acquainting himself with the kids, he tells Jack the real reason why he's there - to give Jack £3000 in used notes. Chris is forced to concede that he made a mistake in accusing Terry of having an affair with Charity, and heads round to persuade Terry to come back to work, even using a bottle of malt whiskey as a peace offering. Betty’s on the trail of some hot gossip and delights in telling Bev about Emily lodging with Paddy.
Jack admits to Harry that he doesn't want him hanging around, for fear of him being a constant reminder to the kids of Jack's time in prison, much to Harry's sadness. Harry asks Jack if he's thought about his proposition, but Jack is vehemently certain that he doesn't want the money and offers Harry to stay another night, but Harry feels he needs to move on. That night, after saying goodbye to Harry, Jack goes to bed and is stunned to find that Harry has left the money in Jack's bedside table. Meanwhile, Zoe’s surprised by a birthday treat from Charity and Lisa’s stunned to hear from Betty that Emily and Paddy are an item.
The Dingles get a shock when Sam unexpectedly returns. He feels that because he's Zak's only son and heir now that Butch is gone, he's let the family down by abandoning them, but Zak and Lisa feel awkward, knowing that they have something big to tell him. Cain comes back from seeing Angie, and Sam wonders why he's still here, but he's in for a surprise when Cain says, "'Ey up, bruv." Meanwhile, Jack wrestles with temptation regarding the counterfeit money that Harry left for him and he confides in Seth, feeling that the money might be able to keep the farm running for another couple of months. He heads into the barn and retrieves the fake money, just as Angie and a colleague arrive. Elsewhere, Gloria returns to work at the vet's surgery, but starts to feel the strain when she's forced to make a difficult choice.
At the factory Zak, Lisa, Sam and Cain are just finishing off their work as Jason enters. Zak talks about the party they are planning for that night but won't allow Eric even though Sam really wants him to go. Lisa tells Zak to stop trying to force Paddy and Emily together. Sam questions what is going on and Jason says he thinks they would not make a good couple. Lisa asks Cain to help but he says that he is busy; he will be spending the morning in bed with Angie. The Dingles laugh complimenting him on being so funny. In the Reynolds' kitchen, Ollie teases Marc about being bored as he has no school to go to. Len enters the kitchen following Angie, he is saying that he wants to see Lady Tara but Angie doesn't appreciate it when he asks if she is really that good looking
Eric continues to undermine the Dingles' attempts to finish the barn on time so that they incur penalties. He heads round to the homestead, picks up their tools and puts them in his car. Inside the house, the Dingles are suffering from a hangover. Jason arrives and reminds them that 5pm is the deadline. When they head outside to continue on with the work, Zak, Lisa and Jason realise their tools have been stolen. The building inspector comes round and proclaims that the building is up to standards and will overlook the drains since Eric is a county councillor, but Eric insists he must check the drains. Eric tells the Dingles that they will not get paid since they won't have finished the work by the end of the day. Meanwhile, Emily moves out of Paddy and Jason's to lodge with the Sugdens and Marc’s surprised by an unexpected offer he can’t refuse.
Jason and Lisa talk over a cup of tea about the building regulations. Zak enters the house and yells for Cain. Sam wants to go and help Cain but Zak tells him to feed the pigs. Emily comes out of the Sugdens and Jack calls to her to help hitch the trailer. Emily is miles away, thinking about her family. Zak tells Cain to treat Sam a bit better. Cain sees Sam and goes to hit him. Zak splits them up and says Sam can go along too. Gloria is cleaning in Eric's house. They chat about Michael and the little things that will impress him. Zak, Cain and Sam go to Eric's house and ask Gloria if they can see him. Gloria claims he is not at home. Ed is talking to Jason in the Woolpack. The Dingles arrive. They are still disgruntled about Eric. Zak tells Sam he has to keep a watch on Eric's house.
Lisa arrives at the barn and Zak tells her they will see the money. Eric arrives and says he hasn't got the money. Cain starts the chain saw. Eric says he was only joking and hands the money to Lisa. Eric tells them to drop all his souvenirs off tomorrow morning. Lisa and Zak say they will go for a drink. Cain sees Angie and says he will catch them up later. Ollie and Donna get off the bus and chat together. Donna tells Ollie she slept with Marc. Ollie laughs. Donna asks Ollie what it was like the first time for her. Ollie says it was fine. Cain sees Angie putting some rubbish out, they kiss. Len calls out to Angie and asks her if she wants a cup of tea. Cain leaves. Eric returns home; he is cross about the Dingles. Gloria is cooking supper.
Zak is lamenting about selling the barn to Eric and says he cannot bear having to look at it every time he leaves the house. Lisa reminds him that he was pleased when he sold it for £2000 plus the payment for all the work and labour they did on it. Eric arrives with Gloria to show her around the factory. Gloria comments on how lovely it is. Zak walks up to them draws a line in the dirt with his foot and declares the land as "Dingle land" saying that Eric is not allowed to step over this line. Zak exits followed by Lisa. Cain walks up to Sam and wants to know if he was discussing Angie. Cain threatens him to keep quiet. Gloria and Eric are in the factory
Marc and Donna get up close and personal at the Reynolds' house. The pair are caught red-handed - and in their dressing gowns - by Viv and a huge showdown begins, leaving Marc with the overriding feeling that going out with Donna was becoming more trouble than it was worth. Elsewhere, Cain has big ideas about their relationship, but Angie’s getting cold feet and Jack struggles to resist the temptations of hard cash.
Angie is getting ready at the B&B. Cain wants her to get back into bed but she refuses. At breakfast at the Reynolds', Len says that he saw Viv last night and she mentioned that Donna and Marc had been in her house alone. Marc is elusive. Meanwhile, Viv is telling Donna off at breakfast about spending time with Marc. Donna arrives at the Reynolds house and listens to Marc and Jonny talking about her and Bev. Jonny jumps to the conclusion that Marc and Bev are together. Andy gives Jack £20 for the bills, they claim they have saved up the pocket money which Kathy gave them whilst he was in prison. Virginia gets cross with Andrew for staring at Charity. Donna is sitting on a bench in the village and watches Bev go into the Woolpack. Donna storms into the Woolpack and yells at Bev, asking her what is going on with her and Marc. Everyone in the Woolpack is listening as Donna shouts that Bev told Marc to dump her and then she had sex with him.
Robert finds Andy with more cigarettes from Cain but refuses to help sell them. Robert then stumbles across Jack's hidden cash stash in the barn and assumes it is Andy's. Andy is shocked when Robert questions him about his find and takes the money off him, thinking it must be Cain's. Cain can't believe his luck when Andy hands the money over to him. Bev is stunned to learn that Donna thinks she has been having a sexual liaison with Marc and heads round to talk to her and tell her that that is not the case. She heads over to the Reynolds' to get an explanation from Marc and is surprised when she comes under fire from Angie. Elsewhere, Charity and Scott spend a cosy evening together and the reality of Bernice's plight hits home and she breaks down in Rodney's arms.
With his financial problems mounting, Jack comes under increasing pressure to use the money that Harry had given him. But unbeknown to him, the decision has been taken out of his hands, thanks to his children. Faced with expensive repairs on his tractor, Jack decides to dip in to Harry's money. But he is shocked to discover that the cash had gone missing and he immediately suspects Andy. Jack confronts him and was mortified to hear that Andy had given it to Cain. Jack approaches Cain, but things begin to turn nasty when he refuses to return the money. Jack is forced to back down when Cain reveals that he knew that Andy was responsible for starting the barn fire that killed Sarah. Meanwhile, all is not as it seems with Charity and her party plans and Bev’s dilemma deepens as Viv takes official action.
Jack reads Andy the riot act after he gave Cain the counterfeit money. Jack's close to breaking as he wrestles to hide the truth from Diane. Andy goes to see Cain to ask for the money back, but is dismayed to find out that he spent it. Meanwhile, Chloe’s stunned when Charity admits she's having an affair - she refuses to reveal who, but insists she will continue to see Chris at the same time. Bev turns her anger on an unsuspecting Paddy and Bernice is determined to get her life back on track and go back to work following the miscarriage.
Chris' suspicions reached an all-time high, and he grills Chloe for a second time in a bid to discover Charity's lover, but is enquiring bears no fruit. As the day progresses, he is rude to Andrew, openly jealous of Rodney and untrusting of Terry, Marlon, Sean and Scott. Charity flaunts herself in a new dress and as she leans down to give him a kiss, he forcefully grabs her arm and warns her never to cross him. Meanwhile, Marlon asks Alan if he's heard anything about Tricia, but Alan's heard nothing. Marlon suggests going down to London to look for her, but then decides against it due to having no contacts there. Alan, however, suggests to Diane to head down there instead. Elsewhere, news of Viv’s birthday gets out and Bernice takes her frustration and sadness over the miscarriage out on Ashley.
It's the day of the big party at Home Farm and Chris is plotting to use the occasion to discover once and for all who Charity is seeing behind his back. All six supects - Sean, Terry, Rodney, Marlon, Scott and Andrew - are there and Chris plans on trying to get the better of each and everyone of them until he can pinpoint Charity's lover. Zak and Cain have their own idea of how to make the party go with a bang. They menacingly decide to visit Home Farm in a bid to wreak vengeance on the Tates for Butch's death but are forced to get physical sooner than they had planned when they are discovered breaking in. Chris is relieved when Charity shows up but temperatures start to rise when she gets close to Scott and arranges a secret rendezvous with Rodney. As the party goes with a swing, Tara gets wind that Charity is planning to meet Rodney and tips off Chris. Chris hides in the shadows, waiting for Charity to show up - unaware she is in the drawing room with her lover all along - Zoe!
Chris is becoming increasingly suspicious that Charity is having an affair. After accusing Andrew of being the secret man, he demands answers from Marlon on why Charity was with Rodney the previous night. He later confides in Zoe that he has feelings for Charity. Ashley is called out by the bishop to replace the Vicar of Weatherby at a conference about the future of agriculture. However, the replacement means leaving home for the week and he worries about leaving Bernice. She prompts him to go. Marlon believes that his business is truly hanging by a thread after Kathy's resignment and Chris's offering partnership. Bridget is secretly disappointed when Andrew wants to keep their 'thing' a secret from the village.
It's the opening night of the B&B and Carol is determined to make everything run smoothly. She takes amusement out of humiliating Viv with her snide kindness, but lays the pressure on Terry. Viv spends her birthday swirling in misery and drowning her sorrows. With Carol at the helm of the highlight throughout the village, she decides that enough is enough. She gatecrashes the B&B's opening ceremony, furiously discovers her furniture, and gives Carol what for before publicly humiliating her by throwing a glass of wine in the direction of her face. Charity tells Chloe that Zoe is the mystery person. Eric causes a catastrophe outside the factory when he parks his car in the driveway, leaving the Dingles unable to get out. In act of revenge, both Zak and Cain both clamp his car and demand £50 to revert their doings. Meanwhile, Tricia is still nowhere to be found and Chez Marlon is slowly but shortly disappearing from the radar.
Carol is not happy with the furniture that was once in the hands of Viv. Despite Terry trying to rationalise, she throws the items out. And when word gets round to Viv, Viv plots her ultimate revenge by performing a peace offering, before planting prawns in one of the curtains of the restaurant. Eric gives Sam the job of designing a sign outside the factory as a statement for a parking space for him. However, when the Dingles get word of this, they are far from pleased. Charity tries reasoning with Chris on the pain he is causing for Marlon. Zak and Cain approach them and throw threats their way, and later Chris tries to get Charity to confess her love for him. Terry begins to become impatient with Carol when she flirts with the customers, and when she tells one of Terry's mates that her and Terry aren't a partnership, he walks out on her.
The Dingles are livid when they receive a visit from a D.S.S. officer informing them that Zak is no longer eligible for employment benefits. Convinced that someone in the village has informed on him, Zak resolves to track down the culprit and make them pay. The finger of suspicion points firmly at Eric. Eric is disturbed when Sam tells him that Zak is convinced that he is responsible for grassing them up to the authorities. Sam demands that he gives him a proper job or he will help his father get his revenge on him. Zak approaches Charity and questions her about being visited by a D.S.S. officer. She pleads her innocence and he is stunned when she told him that Cain has already betrayed him by sitting on a pile of cash that he stole from her. Zak returns home and confronts Cain, who tries to convince his father that Charity is lying. But Zak finds the cash. Elsewhere, Bernice moves into the pub and closer to Carlos, while Carol faces the harsh reality of being a landlady.
Zak blames Charity for causing the family rift. Charity insists Cain is to blame and tells him again about the money he stole from her. Cain is furious with Sam for revealing the location of his money, but Sam is spared a beating when he threatens to reveal all about his affair with Angie. The family find it hard to believe the hardship they endured while Cain was in possession of a lot of money. Zak tells him to take some time and consider his place in the family. Later, Cain heads round to Charity's house and after an argument he slaps her across the face. Carol and Viv are at it again much to the dismay of Terry and Bob. And Carol sinks to the lowest of the low when she vindictively revealed that Viv is really 45 and not 39 as she says, but Bob reveals he knew Viv's age all along.
Bernice is mortified to hear that Nicola is intending on asking Carlos to move in with her, and she is not the only one who is less than happy about the idea, Carlos himself is less than thrilled by Nicola's plans, but agrees to give it some thought. Nicola tells Bernice that her dream is to be in a relationship like her and Ashley. Unable to live with the lie any longer, Bernice admits that life with Ashley is not as rosy as she hoped it would be. Chris is shocked to see that Charity has been beaten up. On learning that her injuries were caused by a Dingle, Chris confronts Zak and demands to know why he attacked Charity. Zak is confused as to what he is on about, but puts two and two together and realises that it must have been Cain. Cain collars Sam and demands to know what he intends to do with the knowledge that he is having an affair with Angie. And Marlon considers enlisting a private investigator to help track down Tricia.
The villagers get ready for the fun run. Robert wants answers from Andy on why Jack's behaving strangely. Betty and Edna go toe-to-toe on the cake stall. Kathy is not happy with Marlon for leaving the restaurant to look for Tricia without consulting her first, she summons Chloe to open up with her, but the stock is lacking. Angie notices Charity's black-eye and inquests her on who the culprit was. Charity keeps her guard and Angie believes it's Cain. When confronting him, he reassures her it wasn't. Seth and Len take bets for the race, everyone has faith in Carlos. Len plays a trick on Edna and puts a tassel on the back of her red hat, she's furious! The fun run goes ahead and Carlos finishes first on the finishing line.
In the vicarage kitchen, Ashley and Bernice are discussing the fun run. Ashley apologises about the photo with the baby. The doorbell rings; it is Carlos bringing the sponsorship money. Ashley offers Carlos coffee and then leaves. At the Dingles, Zak enters moaning about the DSS to Cain. Zak asks Cain what he is doing. In the vicarage kitchen, Carlos and Bernice discuss the kiss. Bernice denies the kiss means anything and wants to forget it. At Keepers Cottage, Seth is looking on the Internet for mobile phone companies. Edna arrives. Seth apologises for the cake. Edna tells them they have the morning off and leaves smiling mischievously. In the Woolpack, Nicola asks if Bernice is OK.
Robert finally snaps and all the pent-up emotion he's been bottling comes pouring out. He feels he owes nothing to the farm that has brought so much misery into his life. He rounds on Andy saying that he's convinced his dad did kill Sarah. The two start to fight and suddenly Andy blurts out the truth. Robert is speechless. Meanwhile, Alan plans a meal for two for him and Diane, Bernice and Carlos desperately try to avoid temptation and Charity gives Chris her undivided attention much to Zoe’s dismay.
Robert is horrified by Andy's admission that he was responsible for starting the fire that killed his mother. Unable to come to terms with the revelation, he flees the house desperate to get as far away from his adopted brother as possible. Seeing his son's desperate escape, Jack confronts Andy and is furious to discover why Robert is so upset. Fearing for Robert's state of mind, Jack begins a desperate search for him. He enlists Richie's help, but Alan is less than happy when Jack interrupted his romantic meal with Diane and asks them to look after Victoria while he continues his search. As afternoon turns into evening, Jack finally discovers where Robert has been hiding. He tries to persuade him to return home, but Robert told him that he will not live in the same house as Andy. Jack suggested that he could arrange for him to stay with Annie and Amos in Spain for a while.
The Sugden household is anything but a happy place. Jack and Andy struggle to control their anger, each blaming the other for Robert leaving. With the tension rapidly growing, a blazing row develops and Andy storms out, leaving Jack dismayed at the break up of his family. On her way to visit Jack, Diane encounters an upset Andy. Concerned for his well being she manages to persuade him to return home. Diane asked Jack why Andy was so upset. Overcome by emotion he breaks down and admits to Diane that Andy was the one responsible for starting the barn fire, which killed Sarah. Cain tells Angie that he is going to have to go away on business for a while. He is evasive when she questions him as to whether his business is legal. Bernice and Carlos organise a secret rendezvous, and admit that they are unable to stop their affair.
Diane is facing a crisis as her feelings for Jack grow stronger. She begins to realise that Alan may not be the man for her after all. She confides in Bernice, but she is unable to offer any solutions. Later, Bernice is put in an uncomfortable position when Alan tells her that he is concerned about his relationship with Diane. Diane visits Jack in the hope that they might be able to talk about their feelings for each other, but she is disappointed when he failed to raise the subject. Aware that things can’t go on the way they are, she leaves Alan devastated when she admits that that their relationship is a lie and that she is in love with Jack.
Relations between Diane and Alan are at an all-time low, following her admission that she's in love with Jack. But while Diane desperately tries to make amends, Alan refuses to forgive her for her betrayal. Diane tells him that she hopes they can remain friends. He demands to know if she had been seeing Jack without his knowledge, and he is infuriated by her response. He is further incensed when he discovers that Bernice had been aware of her mother's feelings for Jack all the time. Diane visits Jack and tells him that she has finished with Alan and he is knocked for six when she admits that she is in love with him. Zoe gives Charity hell for failing to show for their rendezvous. She explodes in fury when Zoe suggests that she behaves as if Chris owns her. Kathy is relieved when Rodney agrees to buy Chris's shares in Chez Marlon.
With her relationship with Jack finally on track, everything should be rosy for Diane, and Rodney takes great pleasure in winding her up about her complicated love life, while Nicola suggests that she should patch things up with Alan before it is too late. Meanwhile, Alan tells Terry that it is time he starts thinking about the future instead of clinging to the past, and he has decided to move out of the Woolpack. Charity and Zoe decide to spend the day together, but they end up wishing that they hadn’t when Paddy bumps into them at an inopportune moment. When Zoe returns to the vets, Paddy tells her that she is playing a very dangerous game, one which could cause problems for a lot of people. It is Tricia’s birthday and Marlon is upset when Jason shows his face in his restaurant. A heated exchange ensues in which Marlon blames him for Tricia running away. But Marlon is stunned when Rodney admits that he had his own argument with her on the day she left.
Charity tells Zoe she is petrified of Chris finding out about the affair. She can't understand why Zoe would let her business partner Paddy in on the secret and tries to laugh off her feelings saying she is only looking for a bit of excitement. But she is left with food for thought when Zoe tells her straight that it's inevitable Chris will eventually find out. Gloria talks Eric into firing Seth from his factory for being too slow, and sends out a clear message to the rest of the workforce. Bob offers to take Viv on a belated honeymoon while Diane is furious to discover her ex, Rodney, has bought into Chez Marlon and will now be in direct competition with the Woolpack.
Rodney shoots Diane down when she challenges him about his latest venture. He explains there won't really be any competition between Chez Marlon and the Woolpack because he intends to keep it upmarket. Gloria's managerial qualities at the factory ignite a flame in Eric's heart. And after another stressful day of grumbles. moans and strikes, the two retire home and share a long over due kiss. Viv and Carol's rivalry have Bob in a spin and he ends up promising a far more expensive honeymoon than he can possibly afford. Charity admits to Chloe she's got herself into a dangerous situation with the Tates, but Zoe plays on her uneasiness.
Gloria discovers it is Eric’s 56th birthday and decides to mark the occasion with a special meal at Chez Marlon. But the planned celebration is soured when Gloria visits the pawnshop to buy a present and finds out that Eric ripped her off over the necklace that drove her to a suicide attempt. Viv becomes suspicious of Bob when Roger Crosby, an old salesman friend of his arrives and Bob is less than eager to have him discuss his past in front of his wife. Bernice and Carlos continue to play dangerously and arrange a secret liaison at the vicarage while Ashley is away. Elsewhere, Charity turns down a dinner with Chris in favour of Zoe, while Carol enlists some help to find the source of a foul smell in the B&B.
Viv’s suspicions are aroused when Bob gets angry and refuses to talk about Roger and his past. When she realises that he has left his briefcase behind, Viv can’t resist the temptation to snoop around inside and makes a shocking discovery. There is an envelope addressed to Mr and Mrs Hope in Chesterfield. Viv confides in Carol about her findings and Carol insists that she must confront Bob and face the truth. Rodney invites his family for a meal at Chez Marlon. They are less than eager to accept but reluctantly agree to attend. Carlos is put out over dinner when Ashley mentions that he and Bernice have been invited to Sorrento. Bernice is surprised when Nicola lets slip that she has asked Carlos to move in with her. Meanwhile, Gloria continues to be frosty with Eric and he has to pull out all the stops to try and win her over.
Viv and Carol head for Chesterfield convinced that Bob has another wife on the go. As they arrive Viv is left gobsmacked to see Bob kissing a young woman with two children. The plot thickens when they follow him to a second and third rendezvous. First, he visits the lady owner of a B&B, then he meets yet another woman with more children. Viv is suitably furious and confronts Bob in a rage, demanding an explanation, but in the end it turns out that Bob wasn't seeing another woman, he was visiting his sister-in-law and his kids from his previous marriages. Diane overhears a conversation between Bernice and Carlos and is disturbed by its tone. She becomes increasingly suspicious as she watches them closely together. Eric convinces Gloria to return to the factory and gave her a promotion. He later sacks Edna.
Diane is becoming increasingly convinced that something is happening between Bernice and Carlos. She sets about discreetly quizzing Bernice and Ashley about their homelife in a bid to uncover the truth. Unaware that Diane is hot on their trail, Bernice and Carlos meet at the vicarage but their passion is soon rudely interrupted as Diane walks into the bedroom. Viv and Bob are dealing with the aftermath of Bob's secret being discovered. Viv has seemingly forgiven him and Donna is glad that he is to stay. Carol can’t believe that Viv has rolled over and forgiven Bob and she doesn’t hold back when telling Viv what she thinks of her. Viv hits back by revealing she planted the prawns in the B&B. Marc’s driving test date has come through and he approaches his dad for extra lessons.
Diane is disgusted by Bernice and Carlos and makes her displeasure known to her daughter. Others are unaware of the trouble that was brewing and happily sings the praises of Bernice, leaving her feeling more than a little uncomfortable. Bernice tries to make Diane understand that she doesn’t want to hurt Ashley but can’t stop seeing Carlos. Diane advises her to get away for a while to try and sort out her feelings, suggesting that she leave for Sorrento without Ashley. Sean spends some time with Ollie and Marc. Arriving home, Angie invites him to go out for a meal with them. Over dinner they reminisce about the good old days. Viv is triumphant about the prawn trick she played on Carol, while Terry and Bob are desperate for the two women to put their differences behind them. Sam wins the right to be foreman at the factory but Eric pushes for the job to go to Cynthia instead.
Cain and Angie arrange a secret liaison, but she is forced to stand him up when Ollie returns home upset, after her exams went badly. Cain is furious when Angie fails to show. On his way home, he is stopped by the police and questioned about a robbery. Intent on getting his own back, he tells the police officer that he has an alibi; he was with Angie. Angie is shocked when there was a knock at the door and she finds Cain and a police officer standing before her. Angie lies and tells the police that she was with Cain earlier in the day. With her daughter's betrayal weighing heavily on her mind, Diane turns to Jack for advice. She tells him that she intends to confront Carlos about his affair with Bernice, and Jack warns her to be careful about interfering. Diane finds Carlos in the Woolpack and he is left devastated when she makes it clear that his affair with her daughter must end. Andy regrets getting involved with Cain when he forces him to hide some contraband cigarettes.
Cain is still reeling after being dumped by Angie and he is desperate for a second chance. He begs her to explain her reasons and she agrees to take a drive with him and talk things over. When Angie reiterates that things are over, Cain goes wild with rage and begins to drive like a man possessed. He loses control of the car and it crashes. Angie escapes on foot with Cain in hot pursuit, determined that if he can't have Angie - nobody can. Lisa is concerned over Zak's mood. She is further worried when he reappears after having a bath and storms out of the house a worried man. Diane is struggling behind the bar and arranges for a temporary barmaid to lighten the load. Louise the barmaid proves to be a big hit with the menfolk of Emmerdale, with her stunning looks and memory for names. Her arrival makes Nicola feel put out. Charity persuades Chris to give her a night to herself, although it's really to be with Zoe. Chris tells Richie he can meet with a major client on his own.
Angie is bewildered by Cain’s reaction to her ending their affair. Fearing for her family's safety, she races back to her home. Lisa is concerned when she spots Angie desperately trying to get into her house and enquires if she can do anything to help. She is stunned when, in a moment of weakness, Angie confides that she has been having an affair with Cain. Lisa is worried by the situation, but Angie assures her that she could handle Cain on her own. She is left regretting her words when she retires to bed and discovers Cain waiting for her. She is terrified when he menacingly warns her that he can get to her whenever he wants.
Angie’s nerves are in tatters and with Cain refusing to give up the fight, things start to get a whole lot worse. If his constant presence is not enough, a series of malicious phone calls threaten to throw her over the edge. After retiring to bed, a sudden noise throws her into a panic, and she decides to investigate. But she is left looking for an excuse for her behaviour when she narrowly misses Len with a cricket bat. Lisa is frustrated when she tries to tell Zak about Cain menacing Angie, but he storms out of the house before she could tell him. Her concerns grow when he returns home and he rejects her attempts to get close to him. Carol is well cheesed off when Terry suggests that Cynthia and her family could stay at the B&B.
Zak is a troubled man after discovering a lump while taking a bath. After drowning his sorrows he is too hungover to look after Belle and an unimpressed Lisa is forced to take her to work. Marlon is concerned when Zak turns up at Chez Marlon the worse for wear but eventually coaxes the truth out of him. Angie is still on edge and confides in Lisa that she is very scared of Cain. Her fears are confirmed when she arrives home to discover that Cain has befriended Len and is mowing her lawn. Carol isn't impressed when Cynthia and her son Danny arrive to stay at the B&B with their dog in tow. Carol put Viv’s nose out of joint by deciding to enter the Naughty Nylons competition.
Lisa is becoming increasingly concerned about Zak's behaviour but he refuses to discuss his problem with her and blocks her out. She tries to make things right between them by arranging a special evening for them together. But her plan backfires and Zak humiliates her in front of a packed Woolpack. Marlon tells Zak that he must see a doctor or he will be forced to tell Lisa what is happening. There is friction at the B&B as Carol becomes convinced that she has trouble on her hands with the Daggerts. Angie is on tenterhooks as Cain continues to play mind games with her. She confronts him after receiving an anonymous phone-call but he turns the tables on her and claims that it is she who is doing the harassing. Richie is put out when Chris offers him a lowly pay rise and Chloe suggests he should set up his own business.
Zak is finding it difficult to cope with all of the problems he is facing and thanks to his inability to tell Lisa about his health fears, things are set to get even worse. At the Dingles, Cain uses Zak's absence to assert his own control over the household. Lisa is heartbroken when he tells her not to make tea for Zak, as he won’t be coming home. Marlon tries to convince Zak to share his problems with Lisa. Irritated by Marlon's interference, Zak leaves the Woolpack, and with nowhere else to go, decides to head home. He arrives and tries to apologise to Lisa through a locked door. Hopeful of reconciliation, she opens the door, but is stunned to find that Zak has suddenly changed his mind.
The Daggert's dog fails to show, and Danny is desperate to find out what has happened to him. Carol hears Jack talking about the dog that he shot, and realises that he must be talking about Naz. She assures him that she will tell Danny the bad news. She blurts it out remorselessly. Danny rushes in to the vets and is distraught to hear that Paddy has had to put Naz down. He confronts Jack in The Woolpack, only to hear there was no choice due to the dog having a taste of blood. He swears the matter isn't over and flees. Zak tells Marlon that he thinks that Lisa is probably better off without him.
After all their recent problems, things were destined to get even worse for the Daggerts. When Angie investigates the break in at the vets, Danny becomes number one suspect. His reputation is dealt a further blow when Rodney’s wallet goes missing. At the B&B, Carol demands that the Daggerts leave and fed up by her treatment, they decided to pack their bags. Gloria and Edna try to convince Ashley that the Daggerts are responsible for the recent crime wave. Upset by their attitude, Ashley offers to let them stay at the vicarage. Richie admits to Scott that he has no intention of telling Chris that he is leaving Emmerdale to set up his own business.
Bernice arrives back from holiday determined to get her marriage back on track. She's delighted her mum is talking to her and thankful Carlos was out of the way on a picnic with Nicola. And when she discovers the Daggerts at the vicarage and hears the passion in Ashley's voice as he explains why they are there, she recognises again the qualities that made her fall for him. Jason was in hot water when it was revealed his friend Greg is the culprit in the burglary at the vets. Zoe demands he pack his bags and moves out of her property. Meanwhile, Cynthia demands an apology on behalf of her son Danny.
Bernice is facing a huge test when Diane is forced to leave her and Carlos alone. There is high tension and a sense that both are deliberately hiding their feelings. As if Bernice's life wasn't complicated enough, she now has to deal with the fact that her father Rodney is going out with Louise, the barmaid employed to help out while she was away. She turns to Diane but her mum is contemptuous of her former husband's antics. Jack upsets Diane by taking her wig off as a joke and Lisa becomes increasingly frustrated by her inability to stand up to Cain's bullying. Ben McCarthy tells Danny that he has a £10 bet with Jonny Bradley that he can bed Ollie. And while Chloe works out a deal for Jason to move in with Scott, Jack gave Diane moral support over her daughter's reckless affair.
Bernice and Carlos are thrown together in an awkward situation when they were forced to dance at the Woolpack theme night. Zak's irrational behaviour continues when he loses his temper in the Woolpack and then leaves, embarrassed. Diane ditches her wig, dyes her hair blond and comes clean about her affair with Jack. Spurned lover Cain seems set on destroying the Reynolds family when he turns his attentions from terrorising Angie to making a play for her teenage daughter, Ollie. During a game of truth or dare with her friends, Ollie gets upset when Ben asks her if she was still a virgin. A shocked Ollie runs out of the house and straight into Cain who is lurking outside. Cain wins Ollie's confidence by giving her some advice and soon there's a distinctly flirtatious atmosphere between the pair.
Sam sets out to find his father after learning from Marlon of his troubles. And while Sam isn't always the sharpest tool in the box he suddenly realises why Zak has allowed Cain to virtually do as he pleases recently. After much searching he finds Zak in the church and moved his father to seek medical advice with his directness. Meanwhile, Bernice and Carlos give way to temptation and share a passionate kiss, then lies to her mother and says she's managing to resist Carlos, Ollie is delighted when Cain takes her on a picnic and continues his flirtation with her and Bob takes some photos of Viv to enter into the Miss Naughty Nylons competition.
Zak, encouraged by his son Sam and nephew Marlon finally sees his doctor about the lump he's discovered. He is congratulated by the doctor for being prompt in having it checked but is told he must visit hospital for tests to determine exactly what is wrong. Eric jumps at the chance of hiring Ollie at the tat factory low wages and long hours. Meanwhile, Cain continues to flirt with her. Bernice is forced to hide her feelings when Nicola announces she'll be going on holiday with Carlos. And Terry and Bob hope and pray the photographic competition will not lead to another rift between their respective partners.
Jason is on his way to a job when he sees Latisha Daggert in labour on the side of the road while walking to village. Ollie wears a flashy dress and heels to work, annoying Gloria, pleasing Cain, and making the other women speculate about her love life. Angie embarrasses her by bringing her lunch to work. Ashley persuades Bernice to hire Danny at the pub, while Carol grows annoyed by Terry's closeness with the Daggert family. Sam struggles with keeping Zak's cancer fear a secret, while Zak nearly talks to Lisa until he overhears her saying she's better off without a man. Tara gets a call about her nephew, Julian, and agrees to let him stay with her. Gloria tells Eric she will use her late husband's business contacts to help him. Unable to get Latisha to hospital in time, Jason delivers her baby son in the back of his van.
Latisha names her son Kirk, after Jason. After leaving hospital, Latisha arrives in the village, surprising Cynthia at work. Ollie makes a big effort for Cain and dresses to the nines. Gloria coaches Eric on wooing a potential new client, Glynis, who happens to be an old friend of her late husband's. Glynis is flattered, and impressed when Gloria reveals that she and Eric are living together. Carol and Viv continue to spar over the Naughty Nylons sexy photo competition, and a jealous Carol later argues with Cynthia when she sees her in the pub with Terry. Sam tries to get Lisa and Zak to talk, but he still won't tell her about why he left. Tara tells Virginia that her wayward nephew, Julian, will soon be forced to spend the rest of the summer under her supervision. Cynthia is reluctant to impose further on the Thomas family, but after Latisha confides that she left Kirk's father because he was beating her,
Julian arrives in the village. Tara asks Andrew to take him on at the stables; when Andrew refuses, she secretly agrees to pay his wages. Julian turns up his nose at the thought of mucking. Cynthia realises she, Danny, Latisha and Kirk are underfoot with Ashley and Bernice, so she asks her family to look for a possible place to live. Ashley praises Bernice for her patience; she asks him to please stop. Danny asks Ollie about the empty Jacob's Fold. Cain sees them together and puts on a show of jealousy, delighting Ollie. Gloria and Eric are thrilled to see Glynis' order, although Gloria warns Eric of Cynthia missing work. After Cynthia gives Bernice and Ashley thank you gifts, the Daggerts head for their new home.
Cynthia is on the warpath - determined to find out who shopped them to the police for squatting. After first accusing Edna, Cynthia discovers that Carol was responsible and the two come to blows. Terry is outraged and stands firmly behind Cynthia. There is more trouble in store for Terry when Gordon - Carol's ex - arrives and asks for a room at the B&B. His reason for being there isn't obvious but Terry is less than impressed when he discovers who he is. Zak fakes a visit to the doctor's and tells Marlon he has been given the okay. Marlon quickly sees through Zak and Seth tells him he must make him see sense quickly. Charity starts work at the haulage yard but Sean is less than impressed to see her there. Tara's nephew Julian causes a smash at Oakwell when he breaks an expensive ornament while playing football with Danny.
Terry is furious to discover that Gordon is Carol's ex-husband. Convinced that he is trying to win Carol back, Terry tells her that he wants Gordon gone by the time he returns from work. Carol is surprised when Gordon admits that he is in trouble with the taxman and the police. He asks her if he can borrow £10,000 so that he can escape abroad and she is taken aback when he suggests that she could join him. Terry is furious to hear of their plans, and he is further enraged when Alan suggests that he could manage the B&B for her. Betty gives Zak a peace of her mind over his behaviour as a guest in her home. Furious at her outburst, Seth confides to her that Zak has found a lump on his testicle.
Zak is disappointed when Marlon, Seth and Sam arrange to go fishing without him, but little does he know that it is all a carefully arranged charade for his benefit. He is pleased when they agree to let him accompany them on their trip, but his excitement turns to panic when they arrive at the hospital and he learns that an appointment has been made for him to see an urologist. Lisa is horrified when Betty reveals why Zak has been acting so strangely and rushes off to see her husband. With their relationship back on track, Lisa and Zak await the results of the ultrasound. They are terrified when the doctor reveals that the news is not good - the lump is likely to be cancer, and they will need to operate. Zoe is annoyed when Charity turns down her invitation to spend the evening with her, in favour of going out to dinner with Chris. Latisha enlists Terry's help to persuade Alan to employ her at the B&B.
Zak tries to conceal his fear about his operation. Cain is angry to discover that he was the last person to know about his father's illness. Zak is left dejected when he fails to offer any sympathy and simply asks him if the condition is hereditary. Lisa confides to Angie that she cannot understand why he couldn't tell her about his health fears. Seth tries to take Zak's mind off his problems and suggests that they could place a bet on the horses. But even a £500 win fails to pull him from his depression. Charity is stunned to hear that Zak may have cancer and tries to repair her relationship with her uncle, much to Cain's fury.
It's the day of Zak's operation and the Dingles rally round him to offer support. Sam is touched when Zak tells him that if it wasn't for him he would still be trying to ignore the lump. At the hospital, the doctor tries to allay his fears by telling him that it is a simple operation, but Zak is less than convinced. When he comes round from the operation, Zak is relieved when the doctor tells him that his chances are good. Charity becomes increasingly irritated by Zoe's surprise visits to see her at work. Feeling smothered, Charity sees a way of escaping Zoe's possessiveness when Chris agrees to take her away on holiday. Andy gets himself in hot water when he is caught selling cigarettes in school. But the prospect of detention becomes more pleasant when he discovers that Katie Addyman will be joining him. And Ollie gets defensive when Angie quizzes her about her boyfriend and suggests that she could bring him round for tea.
Cain, Lisa and Sam wait for word on when to pick Zak up from hospital. Cain makes a jibe about Zak's masculinity, to which Lisa responds he won't be sitting at the head of the family table for much longer. Tara visits Chez Marlon with her mischievous nephew Julian - he has to stay by her side due to the trouble he's caused. She asks Rodney about using the restaurant as a location for an upcoming magazine shoot; she plans to throw a charity event. He agrees, if Chez Marlon gets coverage in the article. Chris visits Charity at work and suggests a holiday. Sean mocks her when Chris leaves. Zoe pops by to see Charity, insisting on a holiday together. Charity, reluctant to tell her about the plans with Chris, agrees.
Chris and Charity race against time to make their flight. Zak puts Cain in his place and Scott celebrates his 21st birthday.
Angie is concerned about Ollie's recent behaviour. Scott's rent is going up and he's annoyed.
Angie visits Cain and is sickened when he delivers an ultimatum.
Angie is having problems and her problems will increase tenfold by the end of the day.
Diane confides to Jack that she is worried that Bernice may have restarted her affair with Carlos. Taking the bull by the horns, she confronts Carlos and tells him that he has a choice, either finish their affair once and for all or come clean to everyone. Julian and Danny are up to no good when they borrow Alan’s motorbike without his permission. And Marlon is in a flap, trying to finish the preparations for Tara’s charity event. Angie is staggered by the scene of devastation she has walked in to. With Len lying unconscious at the bottom of the stairs and Ollie in hysterics, she makes a desperate call for an ambulance. Sean arrives at the hospital and quizzes Ollie about how Len fell down the stairs. He can barely believe what he is hearing when she tells him that Cain was in the house when Len had his accident.
Cain warns Angie that if she is unable to convince Len to lie to the police, he will reveal all about their affair. Angie is shocked when Len regains consciousness and whispers one word - Cain. She quickly sends Sean off to speak to the doctor then tells Len the truth about her relationship with Cain and asks him to lie to the police. Ashley tries to persuade Bernice to reinstate Carlos as chef at the Woolpack. But Bernice insists the subject is closed - she will never employ him again. She confides to Diane that she is at a loss as to why Carlos suddenly called off their affair, and is furious to discover that her mother was behind his decision. Gloria is excited when Eric tells her that he has something important to ask her.
Angie is becoming increasingly concerned about her colleagues questioning Len and the prospect of her affair with Cain being uncovered. Whilst at the hospital, Ollie makes an emotional apology to Len for Cain's behaviour, stressing that people have got him all wrong, but admits that they are no longer seeing each other. Following Len's interview with the police, Sean fails to understand why Cain is not going to be charged over Len's assault. Angie decides it's time to come clean about the reason Cain was in the house. She admits that Ollie invited Cain in, and that he was the boyfriend Ollie wouldn't tell them about. Sean is furious and is desperate to confront Cain. Angie pleads for him to stay away; stressing that Ollie and Cain's relationship is over. Gloria decides she doesn't want to look after £30,000 of Eric's money in a bank account bearing her name, even when he offers her 50% of the interest.
Sean contemplates why his family has been beset by so many problems recently as Len begins to recover. He visits his father in hospital and suggests that if he was still living at home his accident would never have happened. With the bit between his teeth, Sean visits Angie and asks if he can move back home. She says he can. Eric, Bob, Viv and Gloria go out for a business meal, but for Gloria, work is the last thing on her mind. She is thrilled when Viv comments on the necklace she is wearing, and lost in the moment, she stuns Viv when she suggests that it is an engagement present from Eric. Scott rues his stupidity when Chloe dares him to do a Full Monty strip to shock Edna. He is bewildered when Chloe and Jason grab all his clothes and run inside and locking the door behind them.
Andy asks Jack for a mobile phone, but Jack says they cost too much. Andy then asks Jack if he can go out for a date with Katie, which Diane encourages. When Katie arrives later, Andy marvels at her clothes and hairstyle compared to how she dresses in school. She asks to go where the action is - he suggests Chez Marlon Carlos helps Sean move back into the Reynolds family home. Angie and Ollie talk about their relief that Cain is no longer a part of their lives. Bob tries to sell some of Eric's gear, but Katie drowns him out when she decides to play her CDs to make Chez Marlon less "geriatric." Chloe, who is working a shift, tells them she and Scott have "fun" like they do, so the two of them go to play their music at the garage
Eric is furious to discover that Gloria has been spreading the idea that they are getting married and confronts her in a heaving Woolpack. She flees, pursued by a concerned Ashley. Later, Sam discovers a light on in the factory and sneaks in to investigate. He discovers Gloria taking a large amount of money from the safe and hears her telling the waiting taxi driver to take her to the station. Sam finds Eric in the Woolpack and informs him of Gloria's plans. Eric then rushes off to the station, but he doesn't get there in time. Jack meets Andy's girlfriend Katie when they return from their date to watch TV at the farm. Katie receives a text message on her mobile phone and replies, saying she's having a great time! When Katie is picked up she tells Andy she enjoyed the evening and kisses him. Jack feels that Robert isn't sounding himself after a telephone conversation, and feels he might be ready to come home.
Eric, already grieving after Gloria walked out of his life, got an even bigger shock. As he hunted for some paperwork, he realised that she didn't leave empty handed and helped herself to the contents of his safe on her way out. Just as things seemed to be turning around for Jack, he received bad news from Spain. He is concerned that he hasn't heard from Robert and a phone call confirms his worst fears - Robert has disappeared. Jason and Latisha continued to get closer and Nicola set her sights on setting up home with Carlos - but he doesn't know it.
Despite his best efforts, Jack can't find any trace of Robert in Spain and he is becoming desperate with worry. But his concern turns to jubilation when his itinerant son makes a surprise return to the village. Over at the Stud, Lady Tara is gunning for Andrew and Virginia, and tries to orchestrate the pair's sacking. Rodney's plans for Chez Marlon don't sit well with Marlon and he threatens to quit. Rodney takes it in his stride and quickly lines up a replacement. Nicola digs her heels in about living with Carlos.
The peace between Robert and Andy is short-lived and a war of words ensues when Andy accuses Robert of making things up about Annie and the cat is really put amongst the pigeons when Andy's girlfriend, Katie, arrives and Robert likes what he sees. Tara continues to undermine Andrew and hold him responsible for an injured stallion. She becomes increasingly vindictive towards him and demands that Zoe gets to the bottom of how the injury happened. Nicola cooks up a plan to tempt Carlos to move in with her but the idea leaves a bad taste in his mouth. Marlon is annoyed when he discovers that Carlos had replaced him at Chez Marlon and is only too happy to accept his old job back at The Woolpack.
Tara remains adamant that Andrew should stay away from her horses, and demands that Zoe sack him, but she refuses. Frustrated, she calls Andrew into the office and demands his resignation. A fight ensues and they end up in a passionate clinch, only to be interrupted by Zoe and Virginia. Spotting Virginia in the village later, Tara approaches her and basks in her conquest of Andrew. Virginia is furious and slaps Tara. A fight develops and a humiliated Virginia is taken away in a police car. Carlos remains firm that he doesn't want to move in with Nicola, even though his feelings for her remain unchanged. An upset Nicola finds a shoulder to cry on in Emily. Will Carlos ever make that extra commitment? Len arrives back home and is pleased to find Angie and Sean reconciled.
Carlos and Bernice continue their affair, but in a small village secrets have a habit of being discovered. Nicola asks Carlos to visit her that afternoon. But having already made plans to spend it with Bernice, he tells her that he has to go shopping in Hotten. Emily is excited when Nicola suggests that she could move in with her and goes to buy a bottle of wine to celebrate. But she is curious when she bumps into Carlos coming out of the shop. He quickly makes up an excuse as to why he is still in the village, but she didn't believe his story. Ollie is disappointed to hear that her family haven't made any special plans to celebrate her 16th birthday.
Bernice is feeling the full effects of morning sickness. Viv is strutting herself in full excitement for the Naughty Nylon photograph session. From her time away, Charity has realised that Chris is the one she wants and not Zoe. Chloe firmly tells her that she must finish her affair with Zoe. Ashley tries finding out information on Carlos' current state of mind about Nicola. Zoe advises Chris that Charity should take on Virginia's old job at the stud office. He reluctantly agrees. Zak and Lisa celebrate their 'holiday' with beach items outside the cottage. Eric is not pleased but Cynthia jumps to their beckon call. Ashley finally confronts Carlos on him and Nicola. Carlos is confused but reassures him that he loves Nicola but doesn't want to hurt her.
An exhausted Bernice and Diane talk about who's the father of Bernice's unborn baby. They try to work out what Bernice should do next. Emily tactfully tells a tearful Nicola that she is better off without Carlos but advises her to talk to him in the morning. Rodney arrives home in a slightly merry state with Louise. Bernice and Diane talk about Bernice being a single mum and doing without both Ashley and Carlos. Diane tells Bernice that she still has feelings for Rodney. Nicola arrives at Annie's Cottage early in the morning and tries to explain her efforts to Carlos. However, Carlos is concrete about his decision to end their relationship. Nicola runs to her father for confinement. Rodney confronts Carlos as to his behaviour to Nicola. Carlos is fed up and decides it's time Ashley knew the truth. Meanwhile, Bernice has sat Ashley down and told him she has something to tell him.
Bernice lashes out at Carlos. Zoe continues to interfere in Chris and Charity's relationship.
Charity tells Chloe that she is determined to end her affair with Zoe.
Zoe confides in Paddy that she came clean about the affair. Bob overhears Cynthia's conversation with Lisa.
Chris appears out of control.
It's a man-hunt for Charity between Christopher and Zoe. Zoe's adamant that Charity will choose her, and Chris instructs Terry to find Charity before Zoe does despite all costs. Chloe's gobsmacked to come home and find Charity packing her things - she's moving into the B&B. Terry hunts her down and she gives him the consent to tell Chris she's back. Chris pleads with her to take him back, but she tells him it's over between them. Emily's devastated to have forgotten Butch's birthday and is annoyed that everyone thinks it's a good thing that she's finally forgetting about him. She has a heart-to-heart with Paddy about Butch and Mandy, and the look on Ed's face when he finds out shows that he thinks of it more than a chat. Scott and Danny take Marc out for a spin in Charity's car when he tells them he's interested in buying it.
Trouble may be ahead for Carlos when Nicola reveals her fears.
Bernice and Ashley visit the hospital for a scan.
Rodney, Kathy, Marlon and Chloe throw a summer barbecue for the restaurant, making The Woolpack "the Mary Celeste" per Diane. Chloe agrees to give Scott another chance after their recent argument. Carlos tells Terry how fed up he is of being left out of Bernice's life when her baby might be his; when Diane overhears him pestering her daughter, she asks him to stop. Carlos asks Emily when Nicola will be back, but Emily reminds him they parted on bad terms. As the barbecue begins, Bernice is fed up of Ashley's hovering. Diane and Jack make awkward small talk with Alan until a gloating Rodney interrupts. Marlon is soon in for a shock. Has Tricia returned to the village?
As the Reynolds family plan a celebration with news that Marc has passed his driving test, Cain plans an announcement of a different kind. The get-together is in full swing when Cain makes a dramatic entrance and drops a bombshell that stuns Sean and his family into disbelief. He tells them that he and Angie had been sleeping together. Viv gets the shock of her life when the Naughty Nylons catalogue was published - with another model's head on her body! She forces Bob to ring and complain to the M.D, but he soon regrets his actions. Diane goes down ill at the Woolpack and Louise steps in to cover. Diane offers her a permanent job, much to the displeasure of Rodney.
Cain's news wreaks havoc on the Reynolds family and accusations fly from all sides. Angie tries to restrain an outraged Sean who is desperate to get even with Cain for destroying his family. Cain laughs in Sean's face and winds him up further by comparing Angie and Ollie. Sean's blood boils and he eventually snaps, lunging out of control at Cain. Cain offers no resistance as Sean beats him to a pulp, simply encouraging bystanders to witness what was happening. Sean has fallen into Cain's trap, the police are called and Sean is arrested for assault. A devastated Ollie turns to Danny for comfort.
Angie is alienated by her family. Sean is released by the police.
Cain's allegations to the police leave Angie shattered.
Chris refuses to admit that his relationship with Charity was over and makes a last ditch effort to get her back. But he isn't the only one desperate to win her over. Zoe finds Charity in the Woolpack and tries to rebuild their relationship. But she is mortified when Charity lets rip in front of everyone. On hearing that Charity and Zoe have been rowing in public, Chris assumes that his sister must have been lying about having an affair with Charity. He wastes no time in paying Charity a visit, but can he persuade her that they should get back together? Angie is hurt when she is forced to admit to Viv that she has been suspended from her job, and her pain grows when Ollie snubs her. Unable to cope with the pressure, Angie returns home and breaks down in front of Len. Eve causes a stir on her first day at school, but Donna is annoyed when she takes an interest in Marc.
In the B&B, Alan knocks on Charity's bedroom door to tell her that breakfast is ready, she shouts to him that she doesn't feel like any breakfast this morning. At Home Farm, Terry tells Chris that he heard from Viv that Zoe and Charity have had another fight in the Woolpack. Chris thinks this is good news and would explain Charity's behaviour to him last night. He asks Terry if he thinks he should go and see Charity but Terry doesn't know. Chris thinks he has finally worked out what Charity wants. Terry is confused. Andy and Robert walk toward the bus stop. Robert torments Andy about Katie. Andy thinks Robert couldn't get a girlfriend at all. Robert tells him he would be surprised who he could get to go out with him. Marc goes into the shop as Donna, Eve and Ollie walk out.
Chris and Charity enjoy breakfast together at Home Farm as an engaged couple. Robert and Andy walk towards the village bus stop. Robert asks Andy where he got the money from to pay for the meal last night. Andy tells him that he earned the cash and is happy he spoilt Robert's game to ruin things between him and Katie. In the Hope's back room, Donna is about to leave for school, she collects her bag from the sofa and goes into the shop. Viv is telling Emily that she and Bob are going out for the evening tomorrow to celebrate Bob's new job. Viv tells Donna not to wait up as she expects to be back late. Donna looks happy. In the Dingles, Zak is about to leave for a check up at the hospital and Lisa wishes him good luck.
Sam is unhappy about Zak and Lisa's upcoming holiday, knowing he'll be left alone with Cain. Zak overhears Sam swearing he won't tell about Cain's hidden stash of money - Cain gives Zak some to help pay for the trip. Zoe refuses to support Chris' engagement to Charity, and warns him to make sure he gets a prenuptial agreement. Charity tells an unhappy Chris that she's going to move back in with Chloe until the wedding to help keep Zoe's anger at bay. Miss Strickland warns Donna about the notice on the board advertising her party - Eve admits to Donna that she put them up so more people would attend. Bernice bristles at Ashley's concern over her eating habits now that she's pregnant.
In the Dingles, Cain is sat at the table counting out his money. Sam passes through on his way to work. Cain calls him over and shows him the money. Cain tells Sam he is not going to work as he has to earn the £200 back that Cain gave to Zak. Cain orders Sam back upstairs and tells him to wait there until he calls for him. Jack is cooking breakfast, he shouts for Robert and Andy as they are going to be late for school. Robert comes in and tells Jack that Andy has a hangover. Andy comes in. Looking very rough, he asks Jack if he can stay off sick. Jack will not hear of it and sternly tells the boys about underage drinking. Jack reminds the lads that there is a career fair at school today. In the Hope's backroom, Bob is finding the evidence from last night's party.
Emmerdale's teenagers are gearing themselves up for their big night out on the town - blissfully unaware of the horror that lies in wait for them. The evening doesn't go well for Andy who is barred from entering the nightclub and forced to tramp the streets as his friends and even his girlfriend dance the night away inside. Andy has to resort to some chips and a can of 'Safeway' lemonade from the club, brought out by Donna. He then goes walkabout and gets the blame as they miss the last bus home and in a desperate bid to impress Katie, Robert, Eve, Donna, Marc and Ollie, he sets about stealing a car. Against their better judgement and with Marc at the wheel, the gang of seven then begin a joyride home that quickly turns to tragedy and so begins a living hell. The regulars enjoy a theme night at The Woolpack but Cain draws attention to himself by splashing out with £20 notes. Nicola has returned refreshed from her time away and confirms to Carlos that she is pregnant.
The nightmare continues for the seven deadly sinners as they reel with shock when they realise who they have killed. It is their Head-Teacher, Miss Strickland. Panic ensues and the seven teenagers argue as to how best to deal with the situation. Andy suggests that they should call the police but they eventually agree on a drastic course of action. The youngsters decide to torch the car in a bid to destroy any evidence that may link them to the death. The horror of the night unites the group in fear. Andy and Robert put aside their differences, while Eve and Marc are drawn together. The theme night at The Woolpack proves a roaring success. Bernice tries desperately to smile through the pain and confusion she is feeling but finds herself preoccupied by the news that Nicola is carrying Carlos's baby. Cain fears that somebody is onto his counterfeit money scam when he discovers a mysterious envelope in his pocket.
The kids try to come to terms with the horror of Monday night. Donna tells Viv and Bob that she feels sick. Jack is curious as to why Andy and Robert are acting so oddly, but mistakenly puts it down to girl trouble. Katie breaks down, clearly having problems coming to terms with the consequences of their actions, while Eve does her best to put the incident to the back of her mind. Andy nearly attacks a girl at school who taunts him and Katie. Ollie barely stops Donna from telling Viv the truth. Ollie then tells Marc that Donna is near breaking point, and they need to arrange a meeting to discuss what they are going to do, but will he agree? Rodney is annoyed to learn that the restaurant has taken counterfeit money.
Emily is stunned to discover that her best friend has got engaged. But that is nothing compared to the reaction Nicola receives from Rodney, who has the double bombshell dropped on him - his daughter is not only getting married, she's also pregnant! Bernice's world is torn apart by the news and with no-one else to turn to, she confides to Terry that she is still in love with Carlos. Rodney is furious to discover that he has been gazumped over Mill Cottage. On spotting a surveyor at the house, he endeavours to find out the identity of the new owner. But he is left seething when the surveyor refuses to divulge any information. Emily's attempts to develop her relationship with Ed end in failure when he misreads the signals.
The teenagers are anxious as they gather together to discuss their alibis. When Eve fails to turn up, Marc goes in search of her. But he is horrified to see a police car leaving her house. Will Eve have betrayed the teenagers? Nicola forges ahead with the wedding plans determined to get Carlos up the aisle before she begins to show. Meanwhile, Bernice does her best to appear happy, but she is clearly upset when Carlos explains that marrying Nicola is the best decision for all concerned. Jason and Latisha grow closer when they go on a picnic, but he is slightly bewildered when he catches her watching him admiringly. Angie is pensive as she is called to the police station to hear the outcome of the enquiry into Cain's allegations. She is devastated to learn that she has been demoted and transferred to another station. Len tries to lighten her mood, but she is clearly worried about how she is going to support her family on a lower salary.
The kids' guilty secret is weighing heavily on their minds. With the police investigation gaining pace, nerves are becoming fraught, but will they be able to keep up the pretence? Marc is terrified when he sees the police coming out of Eve's house. He decides to do a runner, but his plans are scuppered when he finds the police waiting for him on his doorstep. His resolve is tested to the full when he is told that there is a small discrepancy between his and Eve's stories. Angie is surprised by Sean's reaction when she tells him that she is thinking of selling up and moving away from the village. She is furious to discover that he has spoken to a solicitor about a divorce and as far as he is concerned the house would have to be sold anyway. Emily is frustrated by the lack of passion in her relationship with Ed. Viv suggests that she should take the initiative and Emily wastes no time in arranging a rendezvous for the next night.
Ed and Emily prepare themselves for their night of passion, but their evening is destined to end in disaster. Over dinner, Emily realises that there is no spark of physical attraction between them, and is panic stricken when he makes a move on her. She dashes out of the house and ends up on Paddy's doorstep. Concerned by her emotional state, Paddy offers her a shoulder to cry on, and it isn't long before their friendship becomes more than platonic. Bob is shocked to discover that he owes nearly a £1,000 in maintenance to his ex-wife. He approaches Eric for a sub on his wages, but is left deflated when he refuses. Paddy and Emily conspire to get Marlon and Rhona together by arranging for them to meet in The Woolpack. Marlon is put out to discover that he has been set up, but is thrilled when Rhona agrees to have dinner with him the following night.
Emily and Paddy wake up in each other's arms, blissfully happy after the night before. But Emily's thoughts soon turn to Ed and she realises that she will have to sort things out with him. Ed has his own plans, however, and they could well solve Emily's dilemma. But unbeknownst to them, as Emily leaves the house, Nicola and Ed find her and Paddy together, embracing and kissing one anothe. Rodney and Louise are trying to make the most of their time together before she goes back to Australia. But she is far from pleased when Rodney accepts an invitation on their behalf without consulting with her first. Viv's excitement about her forthcoming break is dented when Bob reveals that he is having financial problems and suggests they sell the holiday
Emily's relationship with Paddy continues to blossom, but there is one dark cloud on the horizon - telling Ed what has happened. Emily asks Nicola's advice about her situation, but is horrified to discover that Ed already knows. She visits Ed and tries to explain about her feelings for Paddy. With his dreams in tatters, Ed resolves to leave the village. Viv is disappointed when Bob sells their dream holiday to pay off his debts. He offers to book a holiday with the remainder of the money, but she is less than thrilled at the prospect of going on a cheap package deal. Rodney is disappointed when Louise refuses to accompany him to the party at Home Farm. After a heart to heart with Bernice, she decides to go to the party in the hope that Rodney might ask her to stay in the village. Cynthia is put out when Latisha tells her that she has asked Jason to be Kirk's godfather rather than Danny.
Time is running out for Rodney and Louise. It's her last day in the village, and the pair stubbornly refuse to admit their feelings for each other. She is touched to discover that the village has organised a surprise farewell party, but is left disappointed when she says her goodbyes and Rodney fails to ask her to stay. With Louise gone, Rodney finally realises how strong his feelings are for her and is stunned when she suddenly walks in to Chez Marlon. The kids are anxious about attending Miss Strickland's funeral. They hold a meeting to discuss the subject and eventually agree to attend. Ollie is horrified to learn that the school would like her to do a reading at Miss Strickland's funeral.
It's the day of Miss Strickland's funeral and the teenagers are having trouble coming to terms with their involvement in her death. Ollie visits Donna and tries to talk to her about how guilty she feels. But she is left frustrated when Emily interrupts their conversation. Ollie turns to Marc and admits that she doesn't think she can attend the funeral. But she is relieved when he agrees to go as well. As they all walk in to the church, the enormity of what they have done hits them like a brick. Ollie is terrified when the time arrives for her to do a reading, but she manages to struggle through. As they walk outside, Ollie is overcome by emotion and flees the cemetery.
Marc, Robert, Donna, Katie and Eve are furious to discover that Ollie has told Danny about their involvement in Miss Strickland's death. Danny tries to persuade them to give themselves up to the police. Cain and Andy try their luck at the bookies using counterfeit money. But while they are thrilled by their luck, little do they realise that their scam has already been discovered. Zak is upset to learn that Nellie has moved without his knowledge, and he has no way of finding out if Sam is visiting her in Ireland. Diane is annoyed to discover that Rodney had his feet planted firmly under the table in The Woolpack, while she was away on holiday. Marlon can barely believe his luck when Rhona invites him to spend the afternoon with her. And Chris and Charity await Zoe's return to Home Farm.
Zak is concerned when he spots two men surveying the Dingle's house. He tackles Cain and demands to know what is going on. But Cain simply pleads his innocence. Cain and Andy decide to get rid of the rest of the counterfeit money by buying a car. But their plans are thrown in to chaos when a van screeches to an halt beside them and they are bundled into the back. They are terrified when they are driven to a dis-used warehouse, where they come face to face with local gangster Ray - demanding to know why they are off loading dodgy money on his doorstep
Marc panics when he learns the police could make an arrest for the hit and run that day after following up a fresh lead. He immediately assumes Danny has betrayed the group's confidence. Their anxiety is further heightened when they see Andy in a police car and Eve suggests that they should say Andy is lying if they are questioned. The Dingles throw a party to celebrate Paddy and Emily's blossoming relationship. Paul is taken aback when he realises Jason delivered his son. Feeling a little put out he begins to question the amount of time Jason is spending with Latisha and his son. Jason retaliates, and asks Paul if hitting a woman would make him a real man. Danny is furious to discover that Paul has been hitting his sister and tries to attack him. Zoe is feeling hurt and lonely and, at Paddy's insistence, she moves into the vets until Charity and Chris can move out of Home Farm.
Tensions are mounting as the teenagers discover that an innocent man - the owner of the car they stole, has been arrested over the hit and run. Andy is horrified at the prospect of someone taking the blame for their crime and Marc begins to wonder whether keeping quiet is the right thing to do. The reality of Nicola and Carlos' impending nuptials become clear when Bernice sees Nicola in her wedding dress at a fitting. Bernice later admits to Diane that she wonders whether she has missed the opportunity to be with the man she was meant to be with. A stern Diane orders Bernice to start appreciating what's she's got instead of wondering what she could have lost. Paul visits Latisha at work in an attempt to reconcile, but she is reluctant to speak to him. After urging him to leave, she becomes aware of how menacing he could be when he insists that they will talk again.
Appearances can be deceptive, and that is certainly the case when the new owner of Mill Cottage arrives in the village. Rodney is annoyed to meet the man who gazumped him, but he is quickly won over by his charm. The Woolpack customers are completely taken with him, when he dips his hand in his pocket and offers to buy everyone a drink. But while Ray Mullan impresses the villagers, local villain Cain seems distinctly uneasy about the new arrival. Marc is guilt ridden when Betty shows him a newspaper article reporting that a man has been charged with causing Miss Strickland's death. He and Eve go to the farm to make sure Andy and Robert are still staying quiet. Marlon and Rhona decide to make her last day in the village a passionate one to remember. Rodney spots the ideal opportunity to expand his business interests when he notices that the Holiday Village is up for sale.
Nicola is over the moon when her mother arrives to help with her wedding preparations. But there is one person who is less than thrilled to see her - ex-husband, Rodney. The Blackstocks share a family meal, but Rodney feels increasingly uncomfortable, with Maureen and Diane's bickering. Andy is terrified when he spots Ray in the village and dashes to tell Cain his news. Cain approaches Ray with the intention of making amends for off-loading counterfeit money on his patch. Latisha is annoyed when Paul pays her a surprise visit.
Carlos and Nicola's wedding is only a day away and the pair decide to make the most of their last night of freedom. But as the drinks flow, tensions mount, and a secret is revealed which threatens to destroy the happy occasion. At the hen night, Diane is amazed by Maureen's choice of entertainment - a magician. Meanwhile, at Chez Marlon, the lads prepare themselves for the imminent arrival of their stripper. But, when their stripper walks in to The Woolpack to ask for directions, the women invite her to stay and send the magician in her place - leaving the lads in a state of confusion. Carlos is rattled when the conversation turns to the subject of affairs, and Terry nearly reveals all about his dalliance with Bernice. Bernice is staggered when Nicola confides that she isn't pregnant and swears her to secrecy. Andy protests his innocence when Marc accuses him of leaving the dead rabbit.
The village prepares for Carlos and Nicola's wedding. But with Nicola's hen night confession still ringing in her ears, will Bernice be able to keep the secret to herself? Bernice visits Nicola and tries to persuade her to tell Carlos that she isn't pregnant, but is left frustrated when she refuses, still insisting that Bernice should keep their secret. Unsure as to what to do, Bernice arrives at the church, and makes her way down the aisle to speak to Carlos. But she changes her mind at the last minute and dashes out of the church to await Nicola's arrival. As the car pulls up Bernice tries one last time to persuade Nicola to tell the truth. But, her words land on deaf ears, and Bernice decides to force the issue by dragging Carlos outside.
In the church, Rodney and Maureen console Nicola as she sobs into their arms. Everyone is silent. Bernice runs towards Ashley asking to explain. He turns his back on her and walks away. Diane tries to get Bernice to leave, but she wants to talk to Ashley. Carlos has go at Nicola asking why she had to do this so publicly. Rodney defends her. Maureen punches Carlos to the ground. Everyone gasps. Maureen shouts at Carlos about his behaviour. Maureen and Diane start to argue defending their daughters. Maureen calls Bernice a slut. Diane goes to Ashley, he says nothing and then asks Diane if she knew about it and then tells her to get out of the church. Bernice tries to explain telling Nicola it was a fling and they ended it. Maureen ushers Nicola out have the church and Emily follows.
Alan and Marlon are united in shock when Tricia walks back in to their lives. Both are initially frosty towards her, but Alan soon shows his true delight and welcomes his granddaughter back in to the family fold. Marlon isn't so instantly forgiving and is forced to confess that he isn't sure whether he is pleased to see her. Fresh from the farce of the wedding, Rodney is furious to see Bernice and Carlos embracing - but has he misread the situation or are they really a couple once again? Chris is intrigued to discover that the holiday village is for sale - but he is not the only one interested. Donna's interview with the army is scheduled just as Bob and Viv return from their holiday.
Bernice finally brings herself to admit that she is happy that she and Carlos are making a go of it together. And while Rodney isn't thrilled at how she has upset Nicola, he does find it in his heart to give her a second chance. Nicola isn't feeling quite so benevolent, however, and she is furious when she sees her father coming out of The Woolpack. Her anger turns to outright rage when she learns that Bernice and Carlos are inside and she stones the pub's windows. Marlon decides to confess to Tricia about what happened with Rhona but she finds it hard to handle the truth. She hands him a bundle of letters that she didn't dare post for fear of rejection. Zak's attempts to open up to Lisa seem doomed to failure when he feels that she is patronising him, so he clams up again. Rodney joins forces with Chris to discuss their ideas for the holiday village.
Betty gives Bernice a mind of her mind, and Ashley is furious to discover Terry knew all along about the affair.
Eve, Donna and Ollie rally around Marc, who is becoming increasingly nervous about the repercussions of the hit and run. Rodney is unnerved to discover from the estate agent that he and Chris have a local rival in the holiday village - none other than Emmerdale's new "Mr Big", Ray Mullan. Ray invites Rodney and Chris out for a meal, but does he intend to play them for a fool or play it straight? Ashley finds the courage to deliver his first service since the wedding that wasn't and is shaken to see such a large congregation. Marlon tells Tricia that the restaurant doesn't fulfil his dream as he expected and they torch the menus to signal its end and the start of a new future together. Zak finds that he can open up to Les and Jenny and discusses his intimacy problems with Lisa.
Bernice tries to extend an olive branch to Nicola, while Chris and Rodney have dinner with Ray.
Chris is prepared to break the bank to ensure that he is successful in buying the holiday village, however Rodney does not agree with his plan. Rodney is intrigued when Ray suggests that he may be able to help by getting some inside information on the other sealed bids - at a price. Chris refuses to involve Ray in their business dealings. But Rodney, determined not to pay above the odds, goes behind his back and enlists Ray's help. Bernice grows increasingly frustrated by Carlos's refusal to accept that their relationship is over. She is delighted when Ashley arrives with a letter from the hospital notifying her of the date of her scan.
Chris is furious to discover Rodney's tactic, while Marc is thrown in the deep end when Angie allows him to borrow her car for the evening.
The bidding war draws to a close, but is it good news for Chris and Rodney? Meanwhile, Latisha offloads Kirk onto Jason as she goes to meet with Paul.
Bernice's hopes are dashed when she heads to the vicarage, while Marc gets closer to cracking when he, Ollie and Eve attend the court hearing of the man arrested for the hit and run, and Latisha makes a decision that leaves Cynthia and Danny horrified.
Bernice is determined to get away from her problems, Kathy heads off for her holiday in Australia, Danny tries to make Latisha see sense and Cain tails Zak when his curiosity is aroused.
Latisha's dream of future happiness with Paul is destroyed when he shows his true colours. Paul warns Jason that he will have to get any ideas of visiting Latisha in Bradford out of his head. Undeterred, Jason asks Latisha if he will be able to visit. Paul is furious when she agrees, and he makes his displeasure known when he lays Jason out with a punch. Zak is shocked to discover that his friend Les has died. Convinced that he was on the mend, he is surprised when Jenny tells him that Les's health had been deteriorating for some time. On returning home, Cain suggests that keeping two women on the go seems to be tiring Zak out. He is taken aback when Zak admits that he and Lisa have been experiencing some problems in the bedroom department.
Zak visits Jenny and offers her a shoulder to cry on following Les' death. They crack open a bottle of whiskey to numb the pain of her loss, but as the evening draws on, they find comfort in each other's arms and end up in bed together. Latisha admits to Jason that she fancies him and dreams of them being a proper couple. Seizing the moment, she kisses him and takes him upstairs, but she is left disappointed when he tells her that it isn't going to work. Charity and Chris are stunned when Zoe informs them that she is moving back to Home Farm. They are further surprised when Zoe tells Chris that she lied about having an affair with Charity. Tara joins Sean for a drink in The Woolpack and it's not long before their evening turns to passion and Nicola lets Carlos know exactly what she thinks of him.
Zak is wracked with guilt following his impromptu night of passion with Jenny. With Cain still sniffing around his business, Zak becomes increasingly desperate to unburden his conscience and feels the need to confess all to a shocked Marlon. But will Zak heed Marlon's wise words and set about putting his relationship with Lisa back on track? Jason has his own problems after spending the night with Latisha. He is convinced that he has ruined their friendship because he cannot offer her anything more than a platonic relationship - but will that be enough for Latisha? Zoe's erratic behaviour concerns Chris in the buildup to their wedding, while Charity is flummoxed as to why she denied their affair to Chris.
Charity is convinced that Zoe is up to something. She tells Chris of her concerns, but he simply puts it down to Zoe trying to make amends for her past behaviour. Chris is surprised when Zoe admits that she is proud of him. But as their conversation continues, he becomes troubled by the effect that his wedding preparations are having on her. He suggests to Charity that they should postpone their wedding - an idea that leaves her horrified. Ollie and Marc become concerned that someone knows that they were responsible for the hit and run which killed Miss Strickland. Andy is furious when Ollie approaches him and demands to know if he is the one behind all the tricks. Paddy decides to organise a surprise weekend for Emily in Paris. He enlists Nicola's help. But a problem arises when Nicola fails to find Emily's passport. Zak and Lisa's enjoy a romantic evening. And Rodney enthusiastically tells Louise about his plans for the Holiday Village.
Zoe has a plan which could prove to Chris once and for all, that she and Charity had an affair. Charity is wary when she finds Zoe alone at Home Farm. With Chris nowhere to be seen, Charity agrees to discuss their affair - unaware that Zoe is recording their conversation. Edna is horrified when she overhears Jack talking to Diane about having a mobile phone mast erected on his property. Louise is gobsmacked when she receives a surprise visit from a face from her past - her ex-boyfriend Paul. Paddy's plan to whisk Emily off on a romantic weekend in Paris is destroyed when she tells him that she doesn't have a passport. The teenagers hatch a plan to catch their pursuer and Zak takes Lisa on a romantic picnic.
Increasingly concerned that someone is on to their dark secret, the troubled teenagers are determined to discover who is stalking them. But things take a sinister turn when Eve is grabbed by a shadowy figure outside the chalet. Marc and Danny hear her screams and rush to try and free her from the clutches of the attacker. As they grapple with the assailant they are stunned to discover his identity. Blissfully unaware of Zoe's plans to put a spanner in the works, Chris gives in to Charity and their wedding plans get firmly back on schedule. Village battleaxe Edna Birch revels in telling Diane of her plans to thwart Jack's hopes for a mobile phone mast on his land.
Shocked to learn that it is Sam who knows their secret, he explains that he has been living rough in the woods in a bid to escape from Cain. He reveals that he has found it lonely and has been listening in on their conversations but assures them that he won't say a word to anyone. Eve worries that the group will be found out but Marc insists that Sam is harmless. As Chris and Charity continue to make grand plans for their wedding, Zoe makes it clear to Terry that she is plotting their downfall but refuses to be drawn on her scheming. Jack is furious at the backlash to his plans for a phone mast as Edna demands that Eric takes action in his role as councillor. Rodney finds the going tough with Louise's former boyfriend hanging around pressing for a reconciliation.
With the chalet now out of bounds, the teenagers continue to air their angst at the Reynolds' house. Sam is invited to try to keep him quiet about his knowledge on the hit and run. Chris is unnerved when Zoe urges him to make Charity sign a pre-nuptial agreement. Is she just trying to safeguard his fortune or suggesting that his wife-to-be may not remain faithful? As the village enjoys a Halloween night at The Woolpack, Ashley and Carlos both decide it would be best if they showed their faces. Nicola berates Carlos for sitting around in the pub after what he's done to her. Tricia invites a psychic friend for the party and to potentially help her find Joe. She gives Louise love advice, and gives Angie a tarot reading that leaves her suitably worried. As the rest of the teen group indulges in Halloween films, Eve and Marc sneak upstairs for some time alone.
Charity is appalled to learn that Chris is drawing up a pre-nuptial agreement and it doesn't take her long to realise that Zoe is behind it. Zoe explains that she is trying to safeguard Joseph's inheritance in the event of Charity cheating again on Chris. Charity is further mortified when Zoe tells her that she has a taped confession of the affair. Charity is then delivered a crushing ultimatum - sign the agreement or risk losing Chris when Zoe tells him everything. Marc is unforgiving when Ollie explains that she wrote on his bedroom wall because he has become pre-occupied with Eve and is brushing the death of Miss Strickland under the carpet. Eve is busy trying to cover their tracks and persuades Andy and Robert to find Sam and convince him that the previous evening's antics were nothing more than a Halloween joke. Nicola challenges Carlos about the way he has treated her but isn't prepared for the home truths that he serves up.
Charity is feeling the pressure as Zoe insists that she must sign the pre-nuptial agreement and she can barely believe her ears when Zoe plays her the recording of the confession. Her aversion to signing the agreement causes friction with Chris - much to Zoe's delight. Marc starts to crack under the pressure of the dark secret he shares with the other youngsters and he confides to Ollie that the guilt he feels is all consuming. He contemplates confessing but Eve urges him to think of the others. Ashley takes Nicola under his wing and invites her to help organise the village bonfire. Carlos, meanwhile, approaches Diane for a reference and, thinking he is leaving the village, she is only too happy to help. She is shocked when he reveals he is staying for the sake of the baby and can't walk out of the child's life as Rodney did to Bernice. Joe returns to Emmerdale and, on Jason's insistence, agrees to meet Tricia to discuss a divorce.
Miss Strickland's death is weighing heavily on Marc's mind. Unable to cope with the guilt any longer, he decides on a course of action, which will change his life forever. At the bonfire party, the teenagers grow increasingly concerned by Marc's erratic behaviour. Eve is horrified when Marc drives off with the intention of confessing to the police that he was responsible for causing Miss Strickland's death. Marc walks in to the police station and confesses that he was solely responsible for the accident, which killed Miss Strickland. But his attempt to protect his friends is destroyed when Eve arrives and admits that he was not the only one involved. Marlon is relieved when Tricia tells him that she will be able to divorce Joe without any problems. But he is knocked for six when she asks him to marry her.
The teenagers who were involved in the hit and run that killed Miss Strickland are in for a rude awakening. Jack is stunned when the police arrive at his farm and tell him that they need to bring Robert and Andy in for questioning. Jack can barely believe what is happening, when Andy admits his part in the hit and run. Ollie is overwhelmed with relief when a detective arrives to question her. Unable to cope with the lies any longer, she confesses her part in the tragedy. Chris grows increasingly frustrated when Charity refuses to discuss their wedding plans unless he agrees to pay her a lump sum.
A new family lands in Emmerdale and prove themselves a smash from the outset. As Phil arrives with Jess, he crashes into Maggie, Lucy and Craig and Scott is forced to come to their rescue, but their prang proves unfortunate for Rodney who is forced to introduce them as the new management at the holiday village. Scott is flabbergasted and tells Rodney what he can do with his job. Charity can't escape Zoe's wicked ways in The Woolpack and she insinuates that her refusal to sign the prenuptial agreement is proof that she only wanted Chris for his money. With Ashley's 40th on the horizon and Bernice not around to arrange anything, it is left to Emily and Nicola to plan a surprise birthday bash. The families of the teenagers struggle to come to terms with the truth behind Miss Strickland's death.
Tension is mounting over at the Holiday Village when Maggie and Phil discover their cramped accommodation. Lucy is thrilled at the chance to earn some extra cash with some cleaning work. However Jess, being Jess, finds the prospect much less appealing. Craig is impressed with the beauty of Emmerdale - namely Chloe. Charity continues her battle of wits with Zoe and seeks a guarantee that she won't reveal their secret. Left with little choice, Charity finally puts pen to paper, assuring Chris that it is a gesture of faith. As Zoe watches on triumphantly, Charity then stuns them both by revealing a few home truths that leave them shattered. Nicola's plans for Ashley's birthday party take shape, but she deliberately excludes Carlos from the invite list. Things don't get any better for him when he is given the brush off by Bernice when he tries to comfort her. While the already troubled Angie is enraged to discover Sean and Lady Tara together.
Chris is furious at Zoe's antics, while Charity confides in Chloe that she thinks she has blown it with Chris. Chris shares his upset with Rodney but he is not entirely surprised by Charity's confession. Charity finally plucks up the courage to visit Chris and is shocked when he admits that he always suspected her affair with Zoe. She is stunned further when he reveals that he still wants her in his life. Emily and Nicola continue with their party plans and Nicola takes great delight in walking all over Bernice. Tricia steps in to fight Bernice's corner but succeeds in only making matters worse for her. Marc's shame over the hit and run is laid bare for all to see in the local paper, while Edna and Viv join forces to try and nip Betty's evil gossiping in the bud. Angie tries to pick up her career but feels as though it is all in vain and considers her future in the force. Sean prepares for his own court case and Tara assures him that his lawyer will make sure he doesn't get sent down.
After all of Ashley's recent problems, the village decides to try and cheer him up by holding a surprise 40th birthday party for him. But will he appreciate all the hard work they have gone to? Ashley is shocked when he walks in to the vicarage to find the place filled with his friends. But while everyone else is in a party mood, Ashley is seemingly in no mood to celebrate. On hearing that Bernice is working, he slips out of the party to see her. But he is heartbroken by what he discovers. Carlos, meanwhile, is desperate to persuade Bernice to make a new start with him away from the village. Chris is convinced that Zoe is going to ask him to move out of Home Farm. But he is surprised when she informs him that she is going to move out herself. Jess and Maggie's relationship reaches an all-time low, when an argument breaks out after Jess misses a family dinner.
Bernice is mortified when Nicola tells her that she knows Carlos has left the village and wishes that she had vanished with him. Diane visits Rodney and demands that he has a word with Nicola about her recent behaviour, but their anger quickly turns to passion when they begin to reminisce about their past relationship. One thing leads to another. Paddy tells Marlon that he has decided to ask Mandy for a divorce. Marlon warns him that Emily might misread the signals and expect them to get married. But Paddy is left regretting taking Marlon's advice, when Emily points out that she has no intention of getting married. Zoe is heartbroken when Chris tells her that he wants her to cut all ties with Joseph. With no where to go, Ashley offers to let Zoe stay with him at the vicarage. Edna is furious when she spots Eve talking to Marc. Jess attempts to build bridges with Maggie by cooking her a meal and Cain feels guilty when Zak admits that he misses Sam.
Zoe is devastated that her relationship with Chris has reached an all-time low and Paddy visits his solicitor to start divorce proceedings. Bernice is amused to discover that Diane and Rodney have spent the night together. Embarrassed by their night of passion, Diane makes Rodney promise to keep their indiscretion a secret. Thinking he was in Ireland, Lisa and Zak become increasingly concerned for Sam's safety when a letter arrives for him from his mum making it clear that he hasn't been near the emerald isle. Zak confronts Cain and demands to know why he lied about Sam's whereabouts. Zak decides to go in search of Sam but, before he leaves, he warns Cain that he will make him pay if anything has happened. The teenagers conquer their fears and return to school. But the experience is too much for Donna, who bolts from the classroom. Cynthia seeks reassurance from Danny that he wasn't involved in the hit and run tragedy.
Zak drafts in the help of Marlon, Jack and Eric to scour the woods in the hope of finding Sam. Cain starts a hunt of his own in a bid to find him ahead of Zak and stop him revealing the reason for his disappearance. Zak unearths Sam first and is horrified to find out why he fled the family home. But Cain hits back with claims that Sam tried to attack him first and Zak finds himself torn between his two sons. After much convincing from Lisa, Zak tells Cain to get out. Andy isn't faring much better with Katie as he tries to convince her to stand by him. Things are looking up for Paddy, though, when Emily admits that she is starting to feel like his house is becoming her home and time looks like it is running out for the Daggerts when they get an unexpected caller at their squat.
Just as the future is beginning to look rosy for Paddy and Emily they receive a blast from the past that sends them reeling. As Emily prepares lunch in their lovenest, she is stunned to open the door to Paddy's wife Mandy - complete with suitcase. Mandy is equally shocked to find Emily in the house. Emily becomes increasingly uncomfortable as Mandy explains the reason for her return - to talk about her relationship with Paddy. Paddy is dumbfounded when he returns home to discover Mandy sharing the sofa with Emily and struggles to keep the atmosphere pleasant between the current and former loves in his life. Mandy receives an equally mixed reception from others in the village, including Tricia and Zak. Cynthia becomes increasingly worried about her future in the squat when a letter drops threatening action against her family. Lisa finds Cain and tells him to start appreciating all that Zak has done for him.
Poor Emily is beside herself with worry when Paddy meets Mandy to sort out the future. It's enough that the estranged couple are meeting at the vets surgery, where Emily is made to feel like a spare part. But when she later walks into The Woolpack and finds them continuing their conversation - she suspects Mandy has designs on rekindling her relationship with Paddy. Away from Emily's ears, Mandy confesses she still loves Paddy and wants to get back together. Scott is upset when Chloe tells him living together might spoil their relationship. Maggie impresses Rodney by suggesting they open the holiday village for Xmas and newly appointed bar manager Nicola lets her heart rule her head when she asks Craig to work behind the bar.
Mandy deliberately spoils Emily's evening when she reveals that contrary to what Paddy had said about needing to work, she has in fact been with him to see a marriage guidance counsellor. Poor Eric soon comes up against his old foe next who, not for the first time, punches him, following a row. Louise and Tricia compete with one another to flirt with customers in the pub for tips. Maggie is annoyed that Nicola employed Craig without telling her and exacts revenge immediately by signing up Chloe to work behind the bar with the blessing of Rodney.
Mandy manages to drive a wedge between Paddy and Emily, then skilfully moves in for the kill. Emily decides to visit Paddy to try and make things up after a row about the previous evening. But she is crestfallen as she arrives to see Paddy and Mandy kissing, through the window. Nicola and Chloe clash as she starts her new job. Chris is stunned to learn that Charity has invited a society magazine to cover the wedding and Rodney feels the strain caused by the age difference with Louise.
Mandy gloats to Lisa and then cruelly visits Emily to tell her that she and Paddy are an item following their night of passion. But Paddy has the final laugh on Mandy - even though it proves painful. He decides it's Emily he really wants and when she refuses to listen, he carries her from the house and to The Woolpack. As Paddy reveals his shocking decision to Mandy, she sees red and knocks him over with a punch. Craig upsets Nicola when he lies that he's got plans for lunch then goes out with Chloe. Chris becomes more concerned about the wedding when Charity reveals she'd like to arrive in a pink Cadillac and eat burgers and chips for breakfast. Jess makes an effort to get on with Lucy. Terry rehearses his best man's speech, even though he's not been asked. Marlon is put out at Tricia's flirty ways to try and get more tips from customers.
Nicola has the knives out for Chloe, convinced she's trying to seduce Craig. She even warns Scott about his girlfriend in an attempt to stir things up and when Chloe confronts her she tells her aggressively that it's pointless going to her dad, because he will always believe his daughter. Terry is mightily let down when Chris announces that Rodney will be his best man. Phil and Maggie clash over the way their daughters are dressed. Paddy reassures Emily about their relationship. Zak's efforts to resolve his differences with Cain fail.
Chris and Charity's wedding plans are forging ahead, but with the feud between the Tates and Dingles bubbling under the surface, it is going to be anything but a happy family occasion. Charity is shaken when Cain confronts her and threatens to destroy her big day. She visits the Dingles and tries to defuse the situation by inviting them to her wedding. Seth spots Chris at his father's grave and suggests that he should try and patch things up with Zoe. He approaches Zoe and tries to persuade her to attend his wedding. Terry is taken aback when Chris asks him if he thinks he is making a mistake marrying Charity. Meanwhile, Charity expresses some doubts of her own to Chloe. Mandy's hopes of getting back together with Paddy are in tatters and with no other reason to stay in the village, she decides to return to Southampton. After his recent infidelity,
Chris and Charity's wedding day is finally upon them, but while Chris nervously awaits the arrival of his bride to be, there are certain people who are avoiding the occasion like the plague. Zak and Zoe share their concerns over the wedding. Aware that the gulf between Charity and the Dingles is growing, Lisa reminds Zak of his recent cancer scare, and tells him that life is too short to waste on feuding. With her words of wisdom ringing in his ears, Zak eventually relents and agrees to attend. Charity fears the worst when the Dingles arrive at the reception and Zak demands to speak to Chris alone. But is he there to start trouble or call an end to their feud? Zoe follows Zak's lead and decides to attend the reception, but drunkenly announces what she thinks of their marriage. Despite the happy occasion, Charity has a few choice words for Chris that leave him feeling hurt.
Andrew is surprised to discover that Kathy has cut short her holiday. But he is in for an even bigger shock when Alice walks in to the room. Kathy confesses that she was concerned for her niece's safety and has brought her back without Elsa's knowledge. Chloe is upset when Nicola gives her a written warning, after she turns up late for work. Maggie is furious to hear what has happened and warns Nicola not to issue any warnings without her permission. Zoe apologises to Chris for her drunken behaviour at his wedding reception. But will he be able to forgive her after all that has happened? Lisa prepares a surprise meal for Zak to celebrate the end of the feud between the Dingles and the Tates. But Zak is in no mood for celebrations as he is upset that his relationship with Cain is at an all-time low. Jack is concerned by Andy and Robert's behaviour when they receive a visit from the Youth Offending Officer and Emily turns down Paddy's offer to move in with him.
In the cold light of day, Kathy begins to realise the serious consequences of bringing her niece back to Britain without her mother's permission. Kathy seeks advice from a solicitor. She admits that she suspected that Alice was being mistreated, but her hopes are dealt a massive blow when the solicitor tells her that without proof of abuse, Kathy could face charges of child abduction. The situation becomes even more volatile when Alan tells Kathy that he has received a telephone call from Elsa and she will be arriving in the village tomorrow. Angie is consumed by guilt when Marc tells the Youth Offending Officer that his parents marriage break up has deeply affected him. Len reassures Angie that she isn't a bad parent, but his words are unable to soothe her pain. Jack is left frustrated when he is unable to get a verbal decision from the Mobile phone representative, as to whether they are going to put a mast on his farm.
There is trouble brewing when Elsa arrives in the village with one intention - to get her daughter Alice back. Alice is excited to see her mother, but Kathy is irritated by her sudden arrival. Elsa demands to know why she took her daughter without her permission, but is stunned when Kathy says Alice was mistreated. Kathy isn't about to give Alice up without a fight, though, and disappears with her again. Jack's financial problems seem to be a distant memory when he receives a phone call from the mobile phone company, confirming that they would like to put a mast on his farm. But, Edna is not best pleased to hear the news. Angie is furious to discover that Sean has organised for Marc and Ollie to see a solicitor and Tara will be paying the bill. Ashley offers to let Cynthia and her family move in to the vicarage after they have been evicted from their home. And Sam manages to persuade Cain to move back home.
Kathy continues to harbour Alice as those closest to her voice their concern and start to question her actions. Alan tries to assure Elsa that Kathy will return her daughter soon, but she decides it is time to call in the police. At the Reynolds', Marc tries to look to the future and put the death of Miss Strickland behind him, but his solicitor has a word of warning for him that brings him back down to earth with a bump. He advises Sean and Angie that Ollie will probably face a light sentence for her part in the tragedy - but Marc could well be facing a stiff stint inside. With eviction from the squat on the horizon, a desperate Cynthia is forced to consider accepting Ashley's offer of help when she learns that the housing office hasn't found a new home for her family. Edna becomes increasingly irate at Jack's insistence to push ahead with plans for the phone mast and takes her petition door-to-door.
The thought of facing a future in prison proves too much for Marc and he decides he has only one option - to run away. Ollie and Andy learn of his plans but nothing they say can change Marc's drastic escape plan. He heads for Sean's haulage yard in the hope of stowing away in the back of a truck destined for the continent. But as the wagon leaves the yard, Sean charges after it and brings it to a halt. Has he rumbled his son? Much to the disgust of Cynthia, Danny agrees to deliver a package for Ray. Cynthia confides in Ashley that she doesn't trust Emmerdale's new Mr Big and she is shocked when she sneaks a peak inside the parcel. Alan overhears the Sugden children talking in the shop and realises that Kathy is hiding at the farm with Alice. As Kathy and Alice visit Nick in prison, Alan feels it is his duty to let Elsa know where she can find her daughter.
Viv is busy trying to drum up support against the phone mast but Bernice and Tricia have differing opinions on the subject. Angie is frantic when she discovers that Marc has vanished and Sean realises that he must have escaped on one of his trucks when he visited the haulage yard. They are reunited in their hunt for him and frantically try to catch up with the wagon. Angie tries to phone the driver but their frustration is heightened when the call goes unanswered. The pair finally catch up with the truck before it reaches the continent - but will Marc still be on-board? Elsa confronts Kathy at the farm but isn't prepared for what comes next. Alice tells her mother that she hates her and doesn't want to be with her. Elsa is forced to retreat and returns to the B&B without her daughter. Armed with the evidence from the suspicious package, Cynthia confronts Ray and demands to know what her son,
Marc realises that it was Ollie who revealed he had run-away, but he is forgiving and understanding as he arrives at court with the other teenagers for their hearing. He is told that his case is being referred to the Crown Court and his agony is prolonged. But things go from bad to worse for him when Eve tries to save her own skin by laying the blame firmly at the door of Marc. The court is stunned by Eve's account of the night's events as the youngsters are told of their fate. Jack is on hand to support Robert and Andy but is distracted by a call telling him that there is a problem with the phone mast and it must now go to a public meeting due to complaints from villagers. Elsa confesses to Alan that she feels as though she has let Alice down and fears for the future.
Despite drumming up support for the phone-mast, Jack is under pressure as he faces the public meeting in the village and discovers that many of the locals have turned on him. Edna is cutting about Jack's motives and he is rightly concerned when the phone-mast representative becomes evasive, as to whether the mast will ever find a home on the farm. Jack tries to reason with Edna for the sake of the children, but is outraged when she uses his children as a reason why nobody should sympathise with him. The backlash of Eve's testimony is evident as the teenagers fail to hide their anger at her. She tries to explain that she didn't mean to pin the blame on Marc but Ollie is in no mood for listening. Kathy confides in Andrew that she thinks she has won Elsa round and is predicting a rosy future for the two of them together.
Kathy and Elsa find themselves at odds over the future of Alice, after Elsa takes her daughter on a Christmas shopping spree. On her return, Elsa reveals to an outraged Kathy that she intends taking Alice back to Australia with her. Andrew touches a raw nerve by telling Kathy that she is jealous of Elsa, but Kathy digs her heels in and she tells Elsa in no uncertain terms that she isn't going to give Alice up without a fight. As Jack rues losing his temper with Edna, the village finds itself divided into two camps over the future of his proposed phone mast. Diane is in one corner supporting Jack, while an enraged Viv is busy drumming up opposition. Latisha finds herself in the crossfire when she is forced to back both sides. Cynthia's worries mount and she is forced to tell her children that they will be facing a bleak Christmas and Paddy regrets offering to teach Emily how to drive after their first lesson with her at the wheel.
Kathy realises that she will never win the battle for Alice with Elsa and wonders if it is time to change tack. She admits to Andrew that she is going to miss Alice and wonders if it wouldn't be best for all concerned if she moved to Australia to be closer to her. But Kathy isn't prepared for Andrew's response when he opens up to her and reveals how he truly feels. Cynthia's money troubles are exaggerated when she and Danny argue over a shopping catalogue. She becomes suspicious when Danny later appears with £20 that he got from Ray. Viv's battle against Jack's proposed phone mast gets personal and she bans Bob from visiting The Woolpack because Diane is backing Jack. Things are looking up for Jack, though, when he receives a visit from a builder who wants to locate the best site for the mast. Maggie and Phil are pushing on with plans for the Christmas Grotto at the Holiday Village
Kathy makes a decision on her future - one that will change her life forever. After a heart to heart with Bernice, Kathy decides that she must put her love of Alice before Andrew and follow her to Australia - to live. Kathy bids farewell to Elsa and Alice, knowing that she will see her soon, but Andrew overhears and is devastated when he realises that she is going to follow them. Realising his family is cash-strapped, Danny asks Ray for a job but is disappointed to find nothing is available. Cain has his own ideas, though, and steps in to offer him work. Nicola tries to impress Rodney with her own plans for Christmas at the Holiday Village. But her idea of having Chloe and Craig dress up as elves and giving away free drinks could cause problems.
Diane goes on the warpath when Nicola coolly walks in to The Woolpack and hands out fliers advertising free drinks at the Holiday Park's bar. Dumbfounded by Nicola's cheek, Diane unceremoniously throws her out of the pub. Meanwhile, Craig and Chloe are less than enthusiastic about having to dress up as elves for Santa's Grotto, however, the same cannot be said for Seth, who basks in his role as Santa Claus. The event initially seems like a great success, but the bar's stock of alcohol is put under severe pressure when the Dingles arrive with the intention of drinking the place dry. The Daggert's financial problems deepen when they receive a demand from the gas company. Danny decides to help raise some money and offers to deliver a package for Cain.
The Christmas extravaganza is under way at the holiday village - but it isn't long before things start going disastrously wrong. Zak agrees to supply Santa Seth with beer before Betty rumbles Seth and drags him out by his ear and Maggie is furious to discover that Nicola has duped her into giving away an endless amount of free drinks that locals are making the most of. Rodney is forced to step in and have a heated heart to heart with Maggie about Nicola. Nicola wraps her dad round her little finger, but Maggie is glad to find an ally in Chloe.
Nicola is pleased when her father invites her to dinner, but her hopes of an enjoyable evening are dashed when she discovers that Bernice has also been invited. Tensions grow during the meal and it is clear that Nicola has no intention of forgiving Bernice for having an affair with Carlos. After Bernice leaves, Nicola turns on Rodney for tricking her into seeing her sister. Emily is concerned to hear what has happened and suggests that Nicola should go and speak to her father. But Nicola is in for a shock when she returns to the bed and breakfast, and finds Rodney hugging Diane.
Diane fears the worst when she wakes up in bed with Rodney. She is pleased when he admits that nothing happened. But her relief is short lived, when Louise walks into the room and immediately jumps to the wrong conclusion. Bernice doesn't help matters when she lets slip to Louise that it is the second time in recent history that her parents have spent the night together. Rodney visits Louise and tries to explain what really happened. But she refuses to listen and tells him that their relationship is over. Jack is mortified when he overhears Nicola talking about Rodney and Diane's liaison. Jess is frustrated that Phil will not let her go and see her mum for Christmas. Maggie decides to have a word with him, but will she be able to change his mind?
Diane is mortified that an innocent situation could be blown totally out of proportion. She tries to explain to Jack what really happened between her and Rodney. But he tells her that he is not interested in her excuses and calls an end to their relationship. Diane sees red when Rodney walks in to The Woolpack. She accuses him of ruining her life, before sending him to the floor with a punch. Edna goes on the warpath when she discovers that someone has stolen baby Jesus from the church's nativity scene. Tricia is thrilled when she wins a private performance from a popstar in a radio competition. She later curses her big mouth, when she lets slip to Kathy that the village is planning a surprise leaving party for her. Edna and Viv are delighted when Eric tells them that their anti-phone mast campaign has been successful.
The time has finally come for Kathy to bid farewell to her friends in Emmerdale and head for Australia. Fully aware that locals have arranged a leaving-bash in The Woolpack, Kathy feigns her surprise to spare their feelings. But she and everyone else gathered are genuinely shocked when singer Marti Pellow - Tricia's radio prize - emerges and serenades Kathy. Louise can't resist the chance to flirt with him and puts Tricia's nose out of joint by inviting him into the pub's back room. Fresh from their honeymoon, newlyweds Chris and Charity are quickly brought back down to earth when they return to the village. They are furious to discover that a bitter Zoe has changed the locks on Home Farm and put the place up for sale without consulting them.
With Christmas just days away, Bernice is becoming increasingly worried about Ashley and how he is coping. She resolves to make an effort to improve things between the two of them and decides to visit him at the vicarage. They reminisce about old times and before they know it they are in each other's arms. But Zoe interrupts their brief reunion and Ashley is left disappointed when Bernice leaves. Jack is disappointed to hear that the phone company has pulled its plans to erect a mast on his farmland and tells his lads that he has no choice but to sell the farm. Andy marches round to the Post Office and gives Viv a piece of his mind for destroying any hope that his father had of a brighter future.
It may be Christmas Eve but Ashley is having a crisis of faith. He confides in Zoe that he isn't sure why he kissed Bernice the previous evening and isn't convinced it is a good idea to pursue her. He dreads the approaching carol service and struggles to find the enthusiasm to conduct it. Things are made worse when Bernice arrives and Ashley knows he must confront his demons head-on. His head rules his heart and he tells Bernice that he wants nothing more to do with her. Bernice wishes that she and Ashley could sort out their differences and they both go into Christmas Day with a heavy heart. Chris and Charity have less important worries on their minds - where to find a housekeeper. Terry tries his luck at cooking dinner for them but the results are from far impressive.
Christmas Day hasn't brought much joy for Ashley and he prepares his solitary lunch at the vicarage, but an unexpected Christmas present is on the way for Bernice. She walks without purpose through the village but ends up at church where she discovers Ashley. They try again to resolve their differences, but it proves fruitless. But just as Ashley has given up and turns to leave, Bernice doubles up in pain - the baby is on its way! Ashley accompanies her to hospital where they meet Diane. He is hurt, though, when he discovers that Bernice has asked Diane to call Carlos. The Spanish chef receives a frosty reception when he arrives, not least from a rowing Rodney and Diane and a drunken Nicola who takes a swing at him in the waiting area. Bernice battles on in labour, oblivious to the trouble that is stirring outside.
As Bernice proudly cradles her new baby, the two fathers-in-waiting are confused about the previous day's events. Carlos shares his thoughts with Terry and wonders why Bernice summoned him to the hospital for the birth. He is convinced that he must be the father and visits Bernice in hospital to ask her to make a fresh start with him away from the pub. Ashley, meanwhile, is less sure whether he may be the father but does wonder why Bernice seemed keen to sort out their differences. Zoe lends support and reminds him that he could well be the dad. Diane warns Bernice not to leave Ashley in the cold, then persuades Carlos to take a blood test to settle the question of fatherhood once and for all. Charity convinces Chris to take on Cynthia as housekeeper, but he is surprised when she starts so soon and cooks them a special Boxing Day breakfast.
It is the day of reckoning for Ashley and Carlos as they wait to discover the results of the blood test. Bernice has got other problems on her mind, though, and admits to Diane that she is having trouble adjusting to motherhood. Diane advises her to sort out her own feelings before she discovers who the child's father is. Ashley has a heart to heart with Zoe and says that he doesn't know if he can find forgiveness in his heart for Bernice and Carlos and questions his faith and ability in his role as vicar. Carlos arrives at hospital with the results of the blood test and asks Bernice to move in with him but she has some hard-hitting news of her own
Ashley escorts Bernice and baby back to The Woolpack where Rodney has the champagne on ice to celebrate the homecoming of his daughter and grandchild. The celebration is muted, however, when Bernice quickly discovers that a pub isn't the perfect environment for a baby. She has problems putting the baby down for bed because of the noise. Ashley insists that they should both spend the night at the vicarage - for the baby's sake. Bernice takes the opportunity to try and talk things through with Ashley but he insists that she should concentrate on the baby instead. Marc's court case is just days away and friends and family are trying to do their best by him.
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Marc is on edge ahead of his court appearance the following day and he wallows in his room, as if it is the last time he'll be able to. Sean becomes concerned and asks Tara if she would mind playing second fiddle on this occasion. She seems happy enough until he seemingly stands her up later in the day and Andrew takes delight in rubbing Tara's nose in it. Angie feels pushed out when Ollie joins Marc and Sean for a walk, but Sean drops a bombshell and tells them it is time he moved on from the village. Marc is stunned, but Ollie intimates that she would like to go with him. Nicola takes great delight in watching Maggie row with Phil and Jess when they return to the holiday park. Jess finds herself defending her mum to Maggie before finding an unlikely ally in Lucy.
The events of 10th September have had a marked effect on Marc's life and he is terrified as he prepares for his day in court for the death of Miss Strickland. Donna ignores Viv's warning to stay away from him and gives Marc a lucky charm before he heads off to the courthouse. It seems it could have the desired effect when Marc learns that one of the more lenient judges is sitting. But it is not to be Marc's day as the judge hands down 12 months. Andrew continues to bait Tara about Sean losing interest in her. The remarks hit home and decides to move her horses out of the Stud Farm and leave Emmerdale as soon as possible. Zoe is happy to see the stallions go but Andrew wonders if he hasn't shot himself in the foot. Jess and Maggie are still at each other's throats and Phil finds himself caught in the crossfire. After yet another row,
Marc tries to adjust to life behind bars and makes friends with a fellow inmate. But life without him at home is tough for the Reynolds. Charity gives Sean the day off but he confesses that he needs a lifetime away from the village. Chris offers to buy Sean's half of the haulage business for Charity and he gladly accepts. He announces to locals that he is leaving and Terry lets slip that Tara is on her way too. Sean visits her to ask her to leave with him but is angered when she refuses to commit herself. And things don't get any better for Sean when he ends up rowing with Angie after Ollie announces she is leaving with him.
Marc is stunned when he receives a visit from Sean and Ollie to tell him they are leaving the village for good. He accuses Ollie of being selfish and begs her not to leave. His words hit home and, much to Angie's joy, she decides not to leave. Sean pushes ahead with his plans, though, and says his farewells in The Woolpack. But he is stunned by the upper-class hitch-hiker he spots as he drives away from the village. Lady Tara declares that she is leaving with him and he is only too happy to have her join him to make a new start together. Jack is troubled by what the future holds for him and Seth assures him that he has made the right decision selling the farm.
Andy finds himself in hot water when Jack discovers that he failed to turn up for his community service. But it's only the start of his problems, as Robert is desperate to make his life a living hell. As the gulf grows between Andy and Katie, Robert seizes the opportunity to make a less than subtle pass at Katie. But the brothers get physical when Andy discovers what has happened and confronts Robert. Latisha regrets her rash spending when she receives a huge bill from the catalogue company.
It's the end of an era for the Sugden family, as Emmerdale Farm goes under the hammer at auction. But Jack's hopes of escaping from his financial nightmare are dealt a blow when Chris tells him that he has no intention of bidding for the farm. Jack is distressed when the land fails to reach its reserved price and is withdrawn from the auction. But there is light at the end of the tunnel, and a bidding war begins between Chris and Ray for the farmhouse. Latisha confides in Jason that she is sick of her mother treating her like a child.
Sparks begin to fly when Paddy receives a visit from his mother. Her attempts to repair her relationship with her son are dealt a massive blow when she starts to criticise his new choice of partner - Emily. Fed up with her attitude, Paddy stuns his mother when he demands that she leave immediately. Life as a single mother is taking its toll on Bernice. She agrees to let Ashley take the baby off her hands for the night, so that she can get a good night's sleep. But Diane is upset by the arrangements and enquires as to why Bernice didn't ask her first. Jack is in an emotional state as he moves out of Emmerdale Farm.
Latisha has Cain very much on her mind and is delighted when he offers her a lift to Hotten, but Cynthia isn't taken by the idea of her daughter spending so much time with the wayward Dingle. Cain isn't happy when Latisha brings baby Kirk along and makes his excuses before disappearing. But he is soon back on the scene when a thief pounces and tries to steal Latisha's bag. The thief hadn't reckoned on Cain's intervention and he is soon sent packing. Jason isn't happy when Latisha announces that she is dropping some beer off to Cain as a thank you. And his concerns prove valid when beer leads to the bedroom! Diane fusses over the baby and suggests names that Bernice quickly rejects.
After their night of passion Latisha tries to ignore Cain's advances. But even though she realises that she shouldn't have anything to do with him, she can't help but be attracted to him. Jason offers to baby sit for her, so that she can enjoy a night out with the girls - unaware that she plans to seize the opportunity to visit Cain instead! Ashley is upset when he spots Marlon walking his daughter. He visits Bernice and explains that he is worried that he will miss out on seeing her grow up. But will they be able to come to a happy compromise?
Life as a single mother is taking its toll on Bernice and, unable to deal with the pressure, she takes her frustration out on everyone around her. The situation doesn't improve when the midwife arrives and suggests that a pub is not necessarily the best place for a baby. Ashley is worried when Bernice visits him and tells him of the midwife's concerns. Seizing the opportunity he suggests that they should move in to the vicarage. Viv discovers that the local MP is standing down and decides to run for office herself. Meanwhile, Eric visits Chris and asks him to support his campaign. Charity is pleased to hear of his visit and is convinced that it may be the ideal way to blackmail Eric into helping her land the refuge contract. Paddy grows frustrated by his mother's attempts to contact him. After yet another phone call, he tells her not to ring again.
Ashley is excited that Bernice and their baby are moving back to the vicarage. But will he be able to forgive and forget her recent indiscretions? Diane isn't pleased to hear of her daughter's plans, but Bernice assures her that it is for the best. Ashley is thrilled to see Bernice, but she can't help feeling awkward at the situation she has got herself in. Her concerns about adjusting to motherhood grow when she sees how natural Ashley is with the baby. Charity's scheming finally pays off when she blackmails Eric into helping her land the council's refuge contract for Tate Haulage.
Motherhood is not agreeing with Bernice. Desperate to escape her new role, she offers to help in The Woolpack during the lunch time rush. But as the hours go by, Diane becomes convinced that Bernice does not want to return home. Diane asks her if things are working out with Ashley at the vicarage. But she is thrown when Bernice confesses that she is unable to cope with the baby and is convinced that it is more than post-natal depression. Paddy's life is becoming unbearable as Barbara continues to plague him with phone calls. Unable to deal with her constant attempts to contact him, he enlists Jason's help to vet his calls. Tricia comes up with a novel way of putting prospective buyers off Kathy's cottage - by telling them that the local prostitute lives next door! Donna is disappointed when she receives a rejection letter from the army.
Paddy and Emily try to push ahead with their holiday despite the unwanted attention of his mother, who is still plaguing him with phone-calls. As much as he tries to ignore her, guilt gets the better of Paddy who eventually decides to pop in and see her on the way to the airport. He is furious when he finds that she isn't home and is convinced it is just another of her games. But as he and Emily reach the airport, Paddy receives some devastating news about his mum from Jason. Marlon is anxious that the cottage must sell quickly because he knows that Kathy will need the money for her fresh start down under.
Paddy agonises over how he treated his mum before her death and is angry at himself for ignoring her pleas for help. Guilt eats away at him and, in his pain, he starts to blame Emily for what has happened. He later discovers that some pills were found and fears that his mum may have taken her own life. During a visit to his mother's house, Emily discovers a letter to Paddy but can't bring herself to reveal its contents to him. Marlon is still fuming at Tricia for her scheming over the cottage. Tricia stands firm, but the situation blows into a full-scale row and Marlon has to decide if he can take any more.
Emily agonises over whether she should give Paddy the letter that his mother wrote shortly before her death. Unable to decide what to do, she shows the letter to Jason. He admits that it sounds like a suicide note, and suggests that Paddy has a right to see it. Emily plucks up the courage to show Paddy the letter. But she has second thoughts when he reveals that the only thing holding him together is his belief that his mother didn't take her own life, because she would have left a suicide note. Marlon is furious to discover that Tricia has changed the locks on Kathy's house and is intending on claiming squatter's rights. Exasperated by her behaviour, he threatens to move out, but will the pair be able to resolve their differences before it is too late?
Emily is at a loss as to what she should do with Barbara's letter. She considers giving it to Paddy, but has second thoughts. She then resolves to destroy it, but once again, changes her mind. Eventually, as Paddy tears himself apart worrying about what killed his mother, she hands him the letter - an act which threatens to destroy their relationship forever. Zak's pride takes a knock when he is unable to match the amount that Cain puts in to the housekeeping pot. He is impressed when Cain tells him that he has found work as a bouncer, and asks him if he could get him a job. However, Lisa is unimpressed by the idea.
Paddy is relieved when he receives a call from the coroner, informing him that his mother died from natural causes. The news sets him thinking and he soon realises that he needs to apologise to Emily for his recent behaviour. Like a knight in shining armour, Paddy rescues her from an argument with her furious driving instructor. The ice is broken and Paddy seizes the opportunity by asking Emily to marry him. Zak devises a get rich quick scheme which simply cannot fail - suing the council for compensation. He persuades Sam to take a dramatic fall down a pot hole in the hope that he might be injured. Unfortunately, their attempt is unsuccessful. Zak isn't finished yet and decides to go to extreme lengths to break Sam's arm.
Zak is full of family pride - his son has broken his arm and it looks as though their scam to sue the council is going to pay off. But he is brought back down to earth with a bump, when cousins Elvis and Marilyn arrive, with his mother in tow. Zak is far from thrilled to see Peg, and even more horrified when his cousins do a bunk leaving her behind. Emily is delighted when Paddy surprises her by proposing again, but this time on bended knee. Overjoyed by her news, Emily shows off her engagement ring to anyone who will see it. Jason has a niggling feeling that Latisha may be lying to him about her feelings for Cain. She tries to put his fears at ease, but he refuses to listen. Robert becomes increasingly infuriated by the attention that Andy is receiving from Jack. He confides to Donna that as far as he is concerned,
Zak makes it clear that his mum is not welcome and is far from happy at the thought of her being in his home - let alone sleeping under the same roof. He goes to drastic lengths to make alternative arrangements for her and converts the Dingle van into a bedroom. After tempting Peg inside, Zak and his clan hotfoot it to The Woolpack for a swift pint. But as they return home under cover of darkness they are horrified to discover the van is ablaze. More trouble is brewing between the Sugden boys as Robert continues to argue that Andy isn't entitled to any of the money from the sale of Jack's land. He lets nothing get in his way and takes great delight in forcing Katie to go home after barging in on her and Andy. Jack is concerned by the feud and desperate to resolve the situation.
Tempers flare on Andy's birthday, and Zak takes his mother out on a magical mystery tour.
Robert and Andy are concerned that they have pushed Jack a little too far when he mysteriously vanishes into the night and fails to return home in the morning. Diane is disturbed to hear of Jack's disappearance and tells the boys that they should be ashamed of themselves as their constant arguing undoubtedly drove Jack to disappear. Andy comes up with a brain wave and suggests that they should see if Jack has returned to the old farmhouse. However, they are disturbed by the scene that awaits them. Bernice gets Jason thinking when she suggests that he should be careful as she thinks that Latisha may be using him. Her concerns seem justified, when Chloe comes across Latisha in a passionate clinch with Cain.
Cynthia is tired of worrying about Latisha and her catalogue debts and drops in on her to demand she pay it off. But Latisha has news of her own for her mum - she is leaving for Leeds with Jason. Jason insists that he will pay off her debt despite Scott's warning that he is being used. His words of wisdom ring true when Jason spots Cain leaving Latisha's and unleashes a verbal assault on her. She apologises but Jason is in no mood for listening and their future together looks like it could be on the rocks. Over at the holiday park, Nicola continues to meddle in Maggie's life and influences Jess. Phil insists that she is harmless but Maggie can see straight through her devious ways and gives Phil an earbashing when he takes a risk and joins Nicola and Jess for a drink.
After discovering that Latisha has secretly been seeing Cain, Jason is convinced that he is doing the right thing by moving to Leeds for a fresh start on his own. Latisha is upset, but Scott has had enough of her and tells her to move out and back to her mum's. Zoe coaxes Jason into attending his 'surprise' farewell knees-up at The Woolpack. Edna says a heartfelt farewell to her dear friend. Latisha arrives with the bash in full flow and is determined to clear the air with him before he leaves. Jason's prepared to let bygones be bygones and the pair clear the air before Jason leaves. Nicola realises that her little mind games are getting to Maggie and she decides to turn up the heat. First, she offers to let Jess stay with her whenever she wants and then lets air out of her tyre so that Phil will come to her rescue.
Trouble is brewing between Nicola and Maggie. Nicola is all ears when Jess tells her about how her dad and Maggie started their affair. Later that day, Nicola bumps in to Maggie and takes great pleasure in winding her up about her relationship with Phil. But the fun doesn't end there, and Nicola decides to put the next part of her plan in to action. She returns Phil's wallet just as he emerges from the shower. Maggie comes across the pair and is not best pleased to find Phil in a state of undress talking to her arch enemy. With blood pounding in her ears, Maggie warns Nicola to keep her hands off her man. Ashley mistakenly assumes that Bernice feels that he is trying to take over looking after their baby.
Nicola takes her vendetta against Maggie to new heights, but will Maggie be able to see through her scheming? Maggie is suspicious when Nicola tells her that she has bought some new earrings for a lunch date - but neglects to tell her it is with. When Nicola returns, Maggie notices that she has lost one of her earrings. With the seeds of doubt set firmly in Maggie's mind, Nicola sneaks in to her chalet, and plants her earring by Maggie and Phil's bed. Ashley is pleased when Cynthia offers to look after Gabrielle, so that he can spend the evening with Bernice.
Nicola's vendetta is beginning to take its toll on Maggie and, unable to take the pressure, she decides to take the day off work to recuperate. But Maggie cannot rest and her suspicions go into overdrive when she discovers a strange earring in her bedroom. On closer inspection she realises that it matches the one that Nicola lost. She promptly storms into The Woolpack and accuses Nicola of having an affair with Phil. Ashley puts his foot down when Bernice asks him to look after Gabby.
There seems to be no light at the end of the tunnel for troubled Bernice and Ashley. A call from a desperate parishioner leaves Ashley in a quandary because he is meant to be looking after baby Gabby. He goes in search of Bernice but becomes frustrated when he can't find her and is forced to leave the baby with Diane at the pub. The delay means that Ashley is too late to help his parishioner and he vents his fury at Bernice for letting both her daughter and him down. Maggie reflects on the humiliation she brought on herself the previous evening and humbly apologises to Rodney for her behaviour.
It's the day of Gabrielle's christening, but after all of Bernice and Ashley's recent problems, it will be a miracle if the day goes without a hitch. Rodney and Diane are concerned when he notices that Bernice is not as motherly towards Gabrielle as she could be. His worries are justified, when Bernice explains that she is living a lie, struggling to really care for her daughter and afraid to love her. Zak's latest scam of selling Eric's gnomes behind his back, hits a snag when the manager of the Garden Centre refuses to pay him in cash and instead, hands him a cheque made out to Eric. Nicola basks in her new role as acting manager of the holiday village. When Maggie arrives to see Craig, Nicola takes the opportunity to twist the knife that little bit further. Edna is distressed when Paddy gives her bad news about her dog and Cynthia is disappointed to hear how besotted Terry is with Louise.
Ashley is becoming increasingly scared that he is on the verge of losing Bernice and his daughter again. He admits to Zoe that he doesn't truly understand Bernice's vision of the future and he is scared to find out in case it doesn't feature him. Upon his return home, Ashley fears the worst when Bernice decides to reveal her true feelings once and for all. Eric's blood begins to boil when he receives a phone call from the local garden centre querying a delivery of garden gnomes. The penny drops when the manager begins to describe the appearance of the employee he has been dealing with. Eric storms round to the Dingles to demand some answers and he isn't in the mood for excuses. Edna is concerned to hear that Batley's an exploratory operation and things don't look any better when Paddy calls later with the results. Maggie decides to escape her problems in the village by going away with Lucy for a few days. She is pleased when Phil visits her and admits that he is missing her.
It's the day after the night before, and Ashley can't help thinking that just because he and Bernice slept together, it means that all their problems are behind them. Bernice tries to talk to Ashley, but he uses every opportunity to evade her for fear of what she might say. Bernice persists and eventually he is forced to listen as she tells him how she really feels about their relationship. Paddy is subdued by the prospect of attending his mother's funeral and Emily tries to comfort him. Also he is concerned by Edna's refusal to accept his advice that it would be humane to put her dog to sleep.
Edna is still overcome with grief, but is grateful when Len and Ashley offer to lighten her load. Bernice may be having problems adjusting to motherhood, but her marriage seems to have improved no end since her daughter's birth. Diane is pleased when Bernice tells her that her relationship with Ashley seems to be back on track. Things go from strength to strength when Bernice asks Ashley if he would like to go for a walk with her and Gabby, and he enthusiastically accepts the invitation. Zak's hopes of suing the council for damages are dealt a massive blow when Peg lets slip to the solicitor that Sam didn't fall down a hole in the street - he fell down the stairs at home.
Relations in the Calder/Weston house reach an all-time low when Maggie tells Jess that she is not allowed to go on a skiing trip with her friends. Their argument takes on a venomous edge when Jess mentions the strange earring, which was found under Maggie's bed. Maggie accuses Jess of planting the earring in an attempt to break her and Phil up. Unable to take their bickering any longer, Phil storms out, much to their amazement. Jack swallows his pride and approaches Chris to see if he is interested in buying his land. Chris takes the opportunity to wind Jack up for coming to him cap in hand. But the pair manage to put their past disagreements behind them and strike a deal.
It may be Valentine's Day, but while some people are celebrating the occasion, for others the day is destined to end in heartbreak. Ashley and Bernice are surprised when Diane and Rodney arrive at the vicarage laden down with champagne and a romantic meal for them. During the meal, Ashley is puzzled when Bernice begins to question who she is, and his concerns grow when she admits that she is having trouble adjusting to parenthood. But as the night goes on, they begin to grow closer and as their evening draws to a close, they end up in a passionate embrace. At the Karaoke night in The Woolpack, Cynthia is upset when Terry fails to notice her attempts to impress him. But, Terry is also left deflated when he misreads signals from the opposite sex.
The baby blues have been taking their toll on Bernice recently, but any hopes of adjusting to motherhood are dealt a massive blow when she is left to look after Gabby on her own. Her daughter's constant crying begins to drive Bernice to distraction. Ashley returns home at lunchtime to find the place in chaos and Bernice plainly not coping - but worse is yet to come. Andy and Robert tease Jack when Cynthia invites him out to the cinema as a thank you for baby sitting Kirk. Jess packs her bags for her ski trip, but before she leaves, she promises Phil that she will try to be better to Maggie when she gets back. Emily is annoyed when her night is ruined when Zoe asks Paddy to cover the evening surgery for her and Andy is worried to hear that Katie's dad is looking for a new job and they might have to move. Ray warns Cain when Cain uses him as an excuse to get out of a date with Latisha.
After weeks of mental torture following the birth of her baby daughter, things finally come to a head for Bernice in dramatic fashion. Fraught and at the end of her tether, she finally throws the towel in and declares that she can't take motherhood a day longer. She pleads with her mother, Diane, to collect her belongings from the vicarage - but not baby Gabby. But Diane has heard enough and tries to slap some sense into Bernice - literally. When this fails, Diane calls up Rodney and insists he comes over to try and help resolve the situation. Ashley follows suit and arrives as Rodney and Diane are giving Bernice a brutal tongue-lashing. Ashley is still confused by his wife's actions and convinced that he is the one to blame, while Rodney and Diane start questioning why they hadn't spotted their daughter's problems earlier. But will it all prove to be the undoing of Bernice or will the short sharp shock treatment have the desired effect?
Bernice and Ashley have a major battle on their hands if they are to save their troubled marriage. Ashley resolves to look after Gabby to take some of the pressure off his wife. He also enlists Edna's help in organising the village in bloom contest, so that Bernice has one less thing to deal with. Rodney is pleased when Bernice arrives to talk to him and Diane about her recent behaviour. Diane agrees to listen, but will they be able to patch up their own differences following their recent argument? Paddy grows increasingly tired of Zoe's reluctance to pull her weight at the vets. He tries to discuss the subject with her, but she takes exception to what he says. Paddy discusses the problem with Emily and his mind begins to race when she comes up with a solution to their problems.
The pressure of work is beginning to take its toll on Paddy. He decides to have another word with Zoe about her reluctance to pull her weight at the vets, but he becomes increasingly annoyed when she refuses to listen. As Paddy's anger grows, Zoe eventually sees the light and offers to cover his night shift. Relieved to have an evening off, Paddy is treated to some more good news when he discovers that he has received a large sum of money from the sale of his mother's house. But his good mood is tested when Zoe calls and asks him to go and see a sick horse. Paddy refuses, and with no other choice Zoe is forced to attend instead - a decision she will live to regret.
Zoe's drink-drive nightmare begins to kick in and she finds the Emmerdale community less than sympathetic to her plight. She does find an unlikely ally in Paddy, however, who agrees to support her when she reveals that she is likely to face a driving ban. But Emily isn't happy about Paddy's choice as she knows it could well spell the end to their dream of him setting up in business alone. Lisa continues to chip away at Zak and insists that he stay at home to look after Belle. But Zak has other ideas and tricks Cain into a spot of baby-sitting. But even he makes a sharp exit when Latisha arrives and she and Peg are left holding the baby. Lisa is outraged and wastes no time in laying into Zak upon his return. Never one to miss a chance,
Lisa has had more than she can take of Zak bemoaning his mother and is determined to discover the problem between the two of them. First she snaps with Peg and reveals that Zak is never home - because he hates his mum! And Lisa's mood is no better when Zak returns from the pub with Cain and she angrily confronts him about the bad blood between him and his mum. Zak finally explodes with rage and sends shockwaves through the Dingle household with an outrageous accusation. Zoe faces the court and gets the comeuppance she deserves. She drowns her sorrows but things don't get much better when Viv lets slip that Paddy is planning to go it alone. Things are looking up for Angie, though, and she is delighted when Len offers to invest in their future by using his money to save the family home. Robert finally builds up the courage to face Lucy and is delighted when she agrees to go out with him.
Peg confronts Zak after his revelation that she killed his father. She tells him it is time that he accepts that his father abandoned him. It's all too much for Zak, who demands that Peg leave the house. He is hurt as it becomes clear that his only ally is Sam as neither Lisa, nor Cain, believe him. But Zak isn't about to roll over and swears to prove that he is telling the truth - whatever it takes. Katie and Andy consider the bleak prospect of Katie having to move away. Things look up when Andy hears that there is a job going at Home Farm and Katie promises to suggest it to her father. Could this be the end to their problems or just a false dawn? Len, worried about Edna's isolation since Batley's death, convinces her to let him build a memorial for her beloved dog.
Zak sneaks out at night determined to find proof about his dad's death. But he doesn't get far before Cain and Sam catch up with him and demand to know what he is up to. Zak explains that he believes he knows where his dad is buried and is determined to prove it. Armed with shovels, the Dingle trio set about digging for the truth - but they discover more than they bargained for! Andy and Katie are excited about her dad's interest in the estate manager's job. Even more so when he lands an interview. They celebrate with a passionate kiss until Jack discovers them horizontal. Marlon is furious and thinks that Tricia is out of her tree when he hears that she has been splashing out their rent money on the garden. Meanwhile, Ray hints to Tricia that he may be able to help her out. Scott becomes increasingly unnerved by Charity's influence on Chloe when it comes to men.
Diane tries to convince Jack to swallow his pride and apply for the job at Home Farm. He eventually gives in and goes for an interview. Things go surprisingly well thanks in no small part to a little encouragement from Charity. Jack is a happy man when he returns home and the kids are gob smacked when he tells them his good news. Tricia decides that if you've got it - flaunt it. Anxious with money worries, she tries her hand at flirting herself into solvency. Bernice is relaxed about their Marriage Counselling session tomorrow and is hopeful that it will make a difference to her relationship with Ashley. Lisa is worried about Zak as he is still intent on discovering the truth about his father. She consoles him and he tells her that he is desperate to know the truth. Katie is disappointed when her father fails to get the Home Farm Estate Manager job and it looks as though she might have to leave Emmerdale after all.
Jack is upbeat about his new job. Meanwhile, Andy is gloomy that Katie's father didn't get the Estate Manager's job and she might have to move away. But Jack could hold the key to his son's happiness. He is told that he must find a new Home Farm gardener and Katie's dad immediately springs to mind. Bernice and Ashley are nervous as they approach their first marriage counselling session. Will they unlock the door to their happiness or just reveal more skeletons in the closet? Happy with the success of their first session, Bernice decides to test herself, attempting to solve the squabbling between Edna and Tricia by agreeing to chair the Village in Bloom committee; Ray is also roped into the planning, agreeing to let meetings be held at his home.
Ashley and Bernice enjoy the time they spend together. They are both happy that things are going well between them and the counselling seems to be working for them. Ashley feels touched with happiness and Bernice is convinced that their problems are coming to an end. Paddy is becoming close to the sick dog. He secretly wonders if Edna would like to care for another pet. But he is clearly wide of the mark when she refuses to even listen to his suggestions. Edna is clearly moved, though, when Emily tells her the dog's sad story and Paddy wonders if it is only a matter of time before she will be ready to put Batley in the past and embrace another pet. Tricia's idea of making a fast buck from tips comes to nothing and Louise is forced to offer her an advance to pay the rent.
Peg continues to rile Zak and his annoyance deepens further when Peg takes a racing tip from Seth that was meant for him - and lands a small fortune. Tired of Zak's constant moaning, Peg decides it is high time that her son knew the truth once and for all about his father. But Zak isn't prepared for what comes next and Peg's stunning confession leaves Zak horrified and Tricia with a new house-guest! Things are looking up for Tootsie the dog as her health steadily improves. However, another problem arises when Mrs Roe admits that she doesn't want Tootsie, leaving Paddy trying to find the dog a new home. Convinced that Edna needs a new dog to replace Batley, Paddy tells Edna about Tootsie, but she shows little interest. But when Cynthia and Jack step in to offer the dog a home, Edna voices concerns. Could it be that Edna cares more for the dog than she is willing to admit? Meanwhile, Maggie prepares to return to work determined not to let Nicola get the better of her.
There is much discussion following the previous night's shocking confession from Peg and Betty catches wind of the gossip - much to her delight! But Peg is forced into a ruthless heart-to-heart with her son and retracts her confession. Zak is shaken to hear the real truth and is left with no option other than to face up to the facts about his father and admit that he has been wrong all along. Jack is delighted that Victoria has taken to Tootsie, but Edna is horrified to see her walking the ribbon-clad dog through the village. She is desperate to voice her concerns to Paddy but is forced to bite her tongue because of her stubbornness when Paddy first offered her the dog.
Zak is eager to learn more about his dad and decides to invite Shadrach over for a chat, leaving Cain feeling decidedly uneasy. Shadrach initially sticks to the story that Jed was murdered but, realising that Zak now knows the truth, he reveals that he saw Zak's dad only 12 months ago - and living locally. Finally armed with the information that he has been waiting for all his life - Zak can't quite decide what he wants to do with it. Paddy tells Edna that the Sugdens are definitely interested in Tootsie. Despite her reluctance to care for the dog herself, she is critical of the new choice of owner. Edna's fears are confirmed when she sees Robert and Lucy having a row over Tootsie and the frightened dog runs off.
Jack has decided that it isn't fair to keep Tootsie the dog but dreads breaking the news to Victoria. Much to his surprise, however, she takes the news well and with Paddy's agreement they take Tootsie to a dog shelter. Edna hears the news and harangues Paddy for letting it happen. She then sets off in hot pursuit to rescue the poor pooch - much to the amusement of Len and the delight of Paddy. Bernice and Diane continue to plan for their girls' night out but Bernice puts her foot in it when she decides to invite Nicola along. Diane and Tricia try desperately to put her off the idea but Bernice sticks to her guns when Louise reveals that she has invited Angie. Viv is excited about her plans for the cafe and sets about measuring up to refit some of the kitchen.
Bob offers his services at The Woolpack as the girls prepare for a night out on the town, but he keeps his plans secret from Viv and asks Donna to keep her out of the pub for the evening. Bob is a smash hit and even persuades Betty to try one of his fancy cocktails. Tricia, Louise, Nicola, Diane, Bernice, Angie and Zoe head for Leeds and much to their delight, Ray suggests they pop into one of his clubs. Once in the club, Diane and Louise enjoy being chatted up by two men - unfortunately though, they both fancy the same man! Diane's attention soon turns to Bernice who has spent all night talking to a man named Ian and seems to be enjoying every minute of it.
There is friction in The Woolpack between Bernice and Diane when Diane praises Bob's performance behind the bar and offers him more work without consulting her daughter. Things go from bad to worse when Bernice finds herself covering for Diane, who is suffering from a hangover. Tension mounts and Bernice is forced to remind her mother that it's her name over the door and she's in charge. Charity and Chris try to undermine Scott at every opportunity and have a dig at his status as a small businessman. Chloe is amused but she can see that Scott is clearly offended.
Scott tries to get his relationship with Chloe back on an even keel and apologises for not being more supportive, suggesting that a break would do her good. She is concerned that he can't afford a holiday, but he insists that he can and starts making humble plans. But Charity gets wind of their plans and steps in with an offer of giving them some money to make it a luxury getaway. Chloe is delighted but Scott is convinced that Charity has intentionally stolen his thunder. Diane has taken Bernice's words to heart and deliberately dodges responsibility at the pub. Bernice arrives to find The Woolpack in chaos and berates her mum until she reminds her that it is Bernice's pub. After a heart-to-heart with Rodney, Diane makes a conciliatory approach to Bernice and is relieved to meet halfway.
Ray is not a happy man when he overhears Emily telling Cain that she intends to pay for the damage to the car he was delivering. Scott, meanwhile, is stunned to discover that the chassis number has been filed off the car. When Ray calls round to ask after the car, Scott promises to repair it quickly and with discretion. Ray is impressed and assures Scott that he will be paid well for the work. Scott is delighted and offers to take Chloe for an expensive meal, safe in the knowledge that it won't eat into their holiday fund. Charity snipes that she eats at the restaurant all the time, but Scott is feeling bolstered and enjoys needling Charity in return. Bob is surprised to see that Viv is still making café plans, and thought they'd agreed they couldn't afford it.
There is conflict in the village over food and beverage sales as Diane winds Viv up about her plans for a more extensive menu, telling her she will be the joint licensee of The Woolpack. Viv complains that Diane is trying to undermine her café plans with the competition. Viv is furious when Bob tells her of his plans to be working in the rivalry Woolpack. Bob tries to justify himself and starts to explain that he is concerned over the cost of the café. Viv seems to be getting Diane back for bickering about menu plans by keeping Bob chatting at the bar not allowing him to serve customers. Diane is becoming increasingly irate. Andy and Katie seize the opportunity to snuggle up together at Katie's house as Brian is working late. Donna makes herself unwelcome as she decides that she will stay with them for the evening. Andy is frustrated when he later arrives home and complains to Jack about not being left alone with Katie.
Diane is unhinged to see Viv following Bob into The Woolpack as he is due to start work. As Diane protests Viv replies that it is a public bar and she can come and go as she pleases. As Diane offers to show Bob how to change a barrel Viv follows as she is suspicious of why Bob has left the bar with Diane. Diane blows a fuse when she sees Viv behind the bar in a non-public area, although Viv claims she was looking for the toilet. Viv goes on to cause more problems by accusing Bob of flirting with Angie. Diane finally blows a fuse and bars Viv from the pub for good. On Bob's return from work he finds the door locked. As Viv appears she explains, in spite, that if she is barred from the pub he is barred from their home. Cynthia calls round to take Jack to the pub. Jack, seeing Andy moping about, suggests they invite Brian out.
Viv is still fuming over Bob barring her from The Woolpack. Bob tries to make his apology to Viv as he arrives at the shop with flowers. Viv eventually tells Bob he can come home on one condition, that he gives up his job in the pub and to work in her café. Bob explodes that the café was a terrible idea from the start. Viv is extremely hurt by this comment and takes drastic measures when she declares their marriage is over. Bob doesn't want their marriage to be over, but being a stubborn as Viv vows not to back down. Eric is wary taking Latisha to the awards ceremony. Eric asks Louise to attend the ceremony with him but she declines as Eric reluctantly gives Latisha £100 to buy a new outfit for the awards. Zoe hand delivers flowers to the Reynolds house and apologies to Angie for making a drunken pass at her. Angie confesses it isn't the first time a woman has made a pass at her and accepts the apology and flowers.
Phil tries to force friendship between Jess and Maggie, asking Maggie to invite Jess for tea. There is conflict when Maggie has asked Jess to pass on a message about wanting her to work, Jess does not oblige. Maggie is annoyed when Nicola tells her of her plans to go shopping for the day. Phil, angry to hear of his daughters defiant attitude, is waiting for Jess when she returns from the shops. He confronts Jess about their ongoing feud and tells her she is coming back to the chalet to sort things out once and for all. Jess realises she is not going to win and reluctantly follows Phil inside. Paddy worries about Zoe's drinking as she knocks back the champagne at the awards.
Cain is up to his usual tricks at the awards ceremony as he introduces himself as a businessman and proceeds to order champagne. Viv and Diane declare a truce but Viv is on probation. The village is stunned by Gloria's return. Although she doesn't take Eric's proposal seriously to begin with, but he gradually persuades her otherwise. Eric asks Gloria to come back to the village with him so that they can talk. She agrees. Gloria tells Eric of her new business venture with a friend. Eric is impressed and heartened as it is clear that she still has feelings for him. As they enter The Woolpack together
Gloria decides to go back to Hull to sort out her affairs before returning to be with Eric who is delighted that she is back with him. Eric gives Bob the sack, saying it is due to falling profits. Bob knows that it has more to do with Gloria. Gloria tells Eric that she intends to pay back all the money she owes him. She wants to start their relationship with a clean slate. Gloria suggests that Eric should stand for Mayor. Eric warms to this idea. They propose a toast. Bob wonders if he and Viv are really finished. Seeking some sympathy, Bob tells Viv about being sacked by Eric. Viv presumptuously assumes that Bob is grovelling for a job and pedantically admits she thought he would want a job in the café in the end.
Viv is delighted as she has been granted planning permission for her café. Bob arrives at the shop and Viv excitedly tells him her news. Unexpectedly for Viv, Bob exclaims that he has only come to collect his belongings. Donna tells Viv that she hopes she is happy with the café as it has probably caused the break up between her and Bob. Donna finds herself admitting that Bob has moved into The Woolpack. Viv assumes that he is with Diane and shouts that she will kill him. Viv storms into The Woolpack, spouting accusations at Diane about stealing her husband. She goes home in a rage, grabs Bob's belonging and throws them into a bin liner, storms back into the pub and empties them over the bar and onto the floor.
Fresh from her verbal assault on Bob in The Woolpack, accusing him of having an affair, Viv is gifted the opportunity to make him jealous. Two burly builders, Mack and Syd, arrive to work on her café plans, and Viv can't resist turning on the charm. Ignoring Donna's claims that she is only trying to make Bob jealous, she flirts outrageously with them in earshot of Bob before proceeding to usher the new recruits over to the pub, But tension mounts and the fur begins to fly when a catfight breaks out after Diane challenges Viv for the attention of the builders. Bernice continues to feel insecure about her talents as a mother as Ashley naturally provides paternal perfection.
Ashley is keen to discuss having more children with Bernice, but she makes it clear that it isn't a subject she wishes to pursue and he is forced to back down. Bernice confides in Tricia about her worries about bonding with Gabby and contemplates the mistakes she has made. Tricia reminds Bernice that she and Ashley have the rest of their lives together to sort out their problems. But instead of helping the situation, Tricia's comments only serve to trouble Bernice further. Tricia has better news of her own when her divorce papers arrive unexpectedly. She uses the opportunity to give Marlon an ultimatum about their future! She decides to celebrate her spinsterhood, seeing the divorce as a chance to start again and get things right with Marlon. Good bye Tricia FISHER!
Small things continue to really annoy Bernice about Ashley. She considers this normal until Tricia points out that she loves Marlon even more because of his annoying habits. Bernice starts to question her real feelings for Ashley but she is comforted by her own thoughts. Ashley is troubled by Bernice's behaviour and realises that his putting the pressure on isn't helping her state of mind and promises to back off. But Bernice feels uncomfortable offering up false hope to Ashley and is forced to confess that she hates the thought of having more children. Ashley is left in turmoil wondering whether Bernice's issues are simply having more children or more children with him. Andy and Katie are making the most of their time alone together before Katie is banished to her grandparents.
Ashley and Bernice have reached the point of no return and Bernice is forced to break the devastating news to her devoted husband. Despite their best efforts to make the marriage work, it looks as though the future will be brutal. But can the recently re-kindled relationship survive the devastation or is this the inevitable end to their relationship? Once again Ashley patiently tries to understand Bernice's reasoning. He is emotionally tired and listens anxiously as Bernice begins to open up. Bernice confesses she has been lying to herself about their relationship, hoping they would grow stronger in time, but in her mind they couldn't be more distant. Something tells Ashley this is the emotional tidal wave he has been waiting for and starts to realise it could well destroy them rather than cleanse their deep rooted problems.
After the emotionally draining events of the night before, Bernice packs a few things. Ashley is determined to put on a brave front and points out he will have to get over her for a second time. The shock waves of the split soon rock the village and Bernice is forced to confess to Diane that her marriage is over. Bernice is keeping up her usual public face by joking with Marlon at the bar but the snipes and whispers eventually get to her as she crumbles. For the first time in many years, Diane wishes Rodney is by her side to back her up as she tries to remain strong for her daughter. Meanwhile, with Brian out all morning, Katie and Andy take advantage of their time alone and get into mischief.
Viv decides that it's time for action if she is ever to win Bob round. She opts for shock tactics and serves Bob with divorce papers! They have the desired effect and Bob is gobsmacked by her extreme step. He isn't the only one who is shocked, however, and Diane is furious at being dragged into their bitter fight. Viv is convinced that Bob will come crawling back to her when he sees the papers - but Bob has very different ideas and Viv's plan looks set to backfire until Donna intervenes. Andy is growing concerned that he can't get in touch with Katie. Meanwhile, her dad Brian tries to talk her through the "bird's and the bee's", but can't believe his ears when she reveals she is already on the pill! Bad blood is brewing once more between Jess and Maggie over a huge phone bill. Nicola seizes the chance to make an ally in Jess and admits that she planted the earring in Maggie and Phil's bed.
Nicola's nose is put out of joint when Rodney gives Maggie a present as a token of appreciation for her hard work. But the arrival of Jess' mum, Anne Marie, gives her the perfect opportunity for yet more scheming. Anne Marie's presence causes friction and Nicola feigns kindness and understanding towards Maggie in a bid to sew seeds for future plotting. Cynthia is concerned to hear that gossip is being spread about Danny's sexuality. Latisha suggests that they talk it through with him, safe in the knowledge that she is behind the whispers. But Danny is disappointed that Ollie could believe the stories.
Maggie is confused when a group of travel agents arrive at the holiday village a day earlier - not realising that Nicola has been scheming again. Nicola can't resist the chance to drop Maggie in it and calls Rodney and Chris to let them know of the 'mistake' Maggie has made. The penny finally drops with Maggie when first she sees Nicola being friendly towards Anne Marie and then her delight when Chris and Rodney arrive in a rage. Quickly realising that she has been taken for a ride, Maggie sees red and attacks Nicola. But she makes more of a splash than she had intended! Paddy confides in Ashley that he is concerned about Zoe's behaviour.
Following the dramatic events at the holiday village, Maggie is petrified that she is set to get the sack from Rodney for his daughter's dunking. Nicola, meanwhile, is looking forward to Maggie being fired so that she can run the holiday village all by herself. The moment arrives for Rodney to confront Maggie, but she refuses to roll over and decides to let Rodney know all about his scheming daughter. Rodney can't believe what he is hearing and asks Nicola for her side of events. Nicola remains smug and denies everything. But Rodney soon sees through her and sides with Maggie.
Nicola is left shell shocked by Rodney's actions in sacking her. Anne Marie questions Maggie's relationship with Rodney implying that she saved her job lying on her back. Nicola revolts the idea, devastated that her plans have backfired on her. Once again Nicola reveals her true colours by burning her bridges with Jess as well. Promising that she has now been sober for months, Anne Marie makes an emotional plea asking Jess to come home. Meanwhile, at the Holiday Village, Maggie is on tender-hooks until Rodney delivers the good news as he asks her to continue her role as Holiday Park Manager.
Gloria is intent on moulding Eric into the perfect mayor, much to Eric's distaste as a small child throws up on him! At the Reynolds' Marc is causing a fluster of activity as Len questions why Angie is tidying Marc's room for the fourth time. Marc's release from the young offenders institution is in jeopardy as he is unwillingly caught up in a drug scam. Torn between friends or freedom Marc is under pressure from Gaz not to reveal the real source of the drugs. Meanwhile, the guard collars Marc and he is forced to make the decision whether to 'grass' on Gaz. In The Woolpack, Gloria sets Eric a virtually impossible charm challenge to get Edna to buy him a drink. Eric gamely accepts the daunting task and wades in with his first tactics.
Gloria is pleased when Eric starts to turn on the charm with Councillor Ledbetter. But when Eric broaches the subject of becoming mayor, Ledbetter quickly sees through Pollard's scheming and is furious that he is being used. It's time for Plan B. The gloves are off and Gloria suggests that it's time for a dirty tricks campaign. She has heard that Ledbetter has a secret teenage lover and encourages Eric to try his hand at blackmail! Latisha is struggling for cash and goes cap in hand to Gloria for a wage advance, but Gloria is unsympathetic.
Flushed with the success of their shopping expedition courtesy of Gloria's stolen credit card, Cain warns Latisha that she must stay tight-lipped over their crime if they are to get away with it. But he is furious when he discovers that Latisha is strictly in the amateur league and hasn't dumped the credit card and is naively hoping to slip it back into Gloria's bag without her noticing. Latisha starts to panic and gets increasingly worried about being involved, but Cain enjoys teasing her about being attracted to a life of danger.
Ashley is beginning to feel manipulated by Bernice as his child raising duties are ever increasing and second to Bernice's needs. In the Woolpack, tempers flare between Nicola and Rodney, and as Bernice tries to defuse the situation, Nicola rounds on her and Bernice receives a slap across the face for her troubles. Bernice decides to use the assault to obtain the attention she needs from Ashley. Ashley once again is drawn in by Bernice's emotional plea. Despite this, after a talk with Marlon, he decides enough is enough and tells Bernice that he wants a quick divorce.
Despite all her recent trauma and much to Diane's surprise, Bernice seems to be actually looking forward to their night on the tiles with builders Jerry and Syd. But Ashley isn't too taken by the notion that Bernice is already looking to start seeing other men. He has a heart to heart with Marlon and confesses that there isn't enough room in the village for the both of them. Someone has got to go! Desperate to appear upmarket, Viv plans to pull out all the stops for the grand opening of her café. But despite bringing in Marlon to help with the catering arrangements,
Intending to dazzle Ray, Louise shows off a little black number to Diane. Louise's efforts in her appearance appear to have paid off until Ray makes a mysterious exit before dinner and does not return. Clock watching Louise is fed up convinced she's been stood up and dumped. Little does she realise that the reason for Ray not returning is because he has collapsed on the street outside! Ashley puts his words into actions as he arranges a meeting with the Archdeacon to discuss his future. Sadly things don't go as planned and he is forced to hear a few home truths. Ashley takes this news particularly badly and seeks refuge at the bottom of a bottle of brandy.
Questioning his state of mind and profession, Ashley takes off his dog collar and gives it to Edna, claiming that he won't be needing it anymore. Bernice is flabbergasted to hear that Ashley is considering giving up the cloth and is moving away - but how can she stop him? Rodney asks Nicola if she would be interested in working on a cruise ship for a friend - but Nicola is convinced that her dad is just trying to get rid of her. Hungover from the excesses of the night before Louise reflects on Ray's actions in abandoning her and decides to wash her hands of the situation
Although Ashley will sadly miss Gabby, he can no longer handle seeing Bernice every day. Unable to resist meddling, Edna pays Bernice a visit demanding to know whether Bernice is going to allow Ashley to walk away from his profession and parish. Bernice's insecurities surface as it becomes clear that people are pointing the finger of blame at her for Ashley's decision. Feeling the heat, Bernice contemplates whether she should be the one to leave. Bernice is troubled by the pressure on her to do the right thing and goes to see Ashley to try and work things out. Much to Katie's disappointment Brian is still laying down the law about seeing Andy, although he allows her to see Lucy.
As the news of Ashley leaving spreads around the village, there is obvious tension. Not least for Bernice who is desperate in her efforts to try and convince him to stay. After a tearful exchange Bernice tells Ashley that she should go and leave Ashley and Gabby behind. Unable to comprehend why Bernice would want to abandon her own daughter, Ashley questions her decision. Pacing the back room Rodney and Diane brace themselves for the worst. Diane takes out her frustrations on Rodney blaming him for just about everything she can think of! Stepping back from the situation, Bernice and Ashley have time to reflect on their relationship together.
There is no time like the present and Rodney informs Bernice that if she wants the job on the ship, it leaves that evening. Hesitant at first, Bernice questions whether she is doing the right thing. As she looks around she sees the trouble she has caused and is afraid of what she would stay for, her mind is suddenly clear. Once again Bernice is tearful as she says her goodbyes. Tricia begs Bernice not to go, but Bernice is firm in her decision. Unable to contain her emotion Bernice faces the toughest farewell of all in Ashley and daughter Gabby. Diane breaks down and tells Bernice that she is leaving with her blessing and her love.
Carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders, Katie withholds her fears of being pregnant. Worried that Andy might abandon her if her fears are true Katie stalls for time. Misreading Katie's quietness Andy questions whether she is about to end their relationship. Little does he know there is a far greater subject involving the future of their relationship on her mind! Appreciating Andy's concern and no longer about unable to keep her worry to herself, Katie reveals what is really on her mind. Katie's concerns appear to be justified, as Andy is deeply shocked. Unwillingly Katie admits that she may have missed taking the pill a few times!
Sheepishly Andy purchases a pregnancy test and produces it for Katie who is waiting anxiously outside the chemist. Reluctant at first Andy persuades Katie that they have come this far and that she should take the test in the nearby public toilets. Not surprisingly Katie is uncomfortable about the idea, but agrees they need to know their future. Panic stricken Louise brings Bolan to the vets worried as in her care the dog has become ill. Louise's worst fears are confirmed as Zoe's diagnoses a fatal illness and informs her that the dog will have to be put down.
Now more than ever, Katie and Andy feel the need to be together. But their requests to see each other go unheard as Brian and Jack still dismiss as immature their claims that they love each other. Brian humours their declaration but questions how they'd react if they got pregnant, unaware that they have already been forced to consider that. Suspicious that Cain has something to do with the credit card theft, Angie warns him that she is keeping a very watchful eye. Feeling the heat, Cain is beginning to get restless and plans to jump ship for a while. Not wanting to be left on her own to face the music, Latisha decides she will tag along.
Fed up of banging their heads against brick walls Katie and Andy decide it is time to take matters in to their own hands. The youngsters feel they are forced to make a decision that will affect the rest of their lives. Broaching the idea of going away for the weekend, Latisha uses Kirk as a persuasive tool. It is clear that Cynthia has no intention of letting Cain near Kirk, insisting Latisha leave him behind. Latisha's plan to get Cynthia to baby sit has worked.
Katie re-assures Andy that she still stands firm on their decision. Despite their plans the parental barrier is still strong as the couple are barred from seeing each other. In order to lull their fathers into a false sense of security they plot to pretend they have split up in the hope that their separation will be lifted. Latisha avidly awaits Cain's return after selling their swag as he promises to take her to the airport. Lifted by the possibility of being away for a while, Latisha tells Gloria not to keep her job open. Having flogged the 'hot' DVD's Cain offers Latisha a measly return on her investment. Fed up with the burden,
Dreading having to face the music Latisha is glum at the thought of trying to get her job back after she confidently told Gloria to stick it. Having been left high and dry by Cain, it is back to the real world as Latisha's ego falls swiftly back down to earth. Gloria can't resist the opportunity to rub Latisha's face in it, as she quizzes her about her very short holiday. As if Latisha isn't having a bad enough day, things get worse as Cynthia finds a credit card receipt supposedly signed by Charity in her coat pocket.
Latisha is determined to bury her head in the sand leaving Cynthia unsettled. Cynthia feels she has no option but to come clean on her daughter's behalf. Hoping that Charity may live up to her name Cynthia makes the journey to Home Farm to tell her about her credit card. Charity does not take the news lightly, having no sympathy for Latisha's naive actions in getting involved with Cain. Suspicions are raised into Eric's motive as they rush to organise their wedding ceremony.
Eric's mayoral campaign reaches a barrier, as it appears that Glynis holds the deciding vote between Morgan and Eric. Gloria instructs Eric to take drastic measures to swing her vote or face defeat. Eric steps up his charm defensive to full blown seduction! Peg continues to make a nuisance of herself at the B&B as Rodney finds his expensive cognac is mysteriously disappearing. Alan is at his wits end as he has hardly slept a wink due to Peg mistaking his bedroom for the bathroom several times in the night. Sensing she might get the boot Peg tries her luck with a sob story about her monstrous son.
Eric wakes in a foul mood on the morning of his wedding after spending the night on the sofa. As wedding bells begin to chime he and Gloria are not on speaking terms. The frosty atmosphere continues at the church as Ashley is concerned that his services may not be needed. Nicola is indignant as Rodney demands an explanation for her attempts to sue him. Severing all ties she insists that she has bills to pay. Struck by her callousness, Rodney is left with no choice but to defend his case in court. Things hot up in the bedroom on Eric's wedding night, but Gloria is no where to be seen. Eric takes matters into his own hand as he tries a different method to win Glynis' vote. Time appears to be up for Latisha as Angie appears in blue to arrest her on suspicion of stealing credit cards.
As the votes are cast Eric is glad to see the fruits of his labour as things appear to be in his favour. Gloria and Glynis are full of icy politeness, each smugly pitying each other. A somewhat love struck Glynis has the deciding vote as she gazes deeply into Eric's eyes, she decides his future. Annoyed at being taken to the cleaners Chris is critical of Rodney's rash decision to sack Nicola. Trying another tact Chris suggests they try to bribe her to back down. Will Nicola take the cash and be silenced or will she fight her father in court? Diane and Jerry talk about the direction of their relationship, she feels dejected and disappointed.
As sirens ring out across the village, Diane rushes from The Woolpack to see paramedics rushing a familiar face towards an ambulance on a stretcher. The victim is in a bad way, frail, helpless and clearly fighting for their life as paramedics do their best to save them. There is a deafening silence as the ambulance veers away leaving all onlookers bewildered. Diane is clearly worried. Desperate to make the best impression, Brian is eager to re-assure Diane and offer his support. But Brian finds himself second in the queue as Jerry is already on the scene busying away with plant boxes for the Village in Bloom.
News from the hospital isn't good and Diane paces the hospital hallway waiting for word after Rodney's emergency operation. Unaware of the drama unfolding, Nicola is nowhere to be found and there is increasing heaviness as her dad's condition worsens. Oblivious of Rodney's condition, and being her usual cold self, Nicola is rude to Louise when Louise expresses her concern. She can't believe her ears when Louise spells out the severity of what has happened. Nothing could have prepared Nicola for seeing Rodney at the hospital and, as reality sinks in, Nicola begins to panic.
Nicola feels under pressure to back down on her intentions to sue her father as he continues his fight for life. It becomes increasingly clear that she intends to try and put their differences behind them if he pulls through. On cloud nine about their windfall, Tricia is already mentally touring the department stores. Seeing the money slipping through Tricia's hands, Marlon intervenes and explains the only establishment that is going to see the colour of his money is the bank. Tricia is annoyed that she has been excluded from all decision making. After passing jokes about Syd moving in, Chloe sees a genuine opportunity to make some extra cash and puts the pressure on Scott. Being over protective, Scott is adverse to the idea at first but Chloe tries to win him round. Cautious of Syd's intentions towards Chloe, Scott shows his jealous streak.
Praising Charity on her efficiency on the delivery, Terry assures that he will pass his complements on to Chris. Charity's run appears to be running very smoothly until they become concerned about the strange noises in the back of the truck. Convinced they aren't hearing things Terry bravely decided to check their stock, only to find more stock than they had initially accounted for! The illegitimate load raises Charity's suspicions, who has pulled the wool over her eyes? She has a feeling the culprit may be fairly close to home!
Charity's suspicions are confirmed, as she is furious to uncover Ray's involvement with illegal immigrant trafficking. Determined not to let Chris know of the delivery complications Charity vows to tackle Ray on her own! Punching above her weight, Charity learns that Ray's antics cannot be brushed under the carpet and realises it is time to come clean to Chris. With the trafficking out in the open, Ray begins to show his true colours and Charity and Chris are stunned into silence. Meanwhile, the severity of Rodney's condition begins to hit home and there are some tough decisions to be made and Zak, of all people, is on hand to offer some heart felt advice.
Reaping the benefits of his fraudulent behaviour, Scott treats Chloe to a night on the tiles! As they sneak back into the village, the sports car they are driving appears to cause quite a stir! As curtains begin to twitch, suspicions are raised as to how Scott's humble salary could stretch so far. Collared by Len, Scott is forced to think on his feet dismissing any unusual behaviour, Len is unconvinced. Probing a little further Len finds out more than he was bargaining for when he uncovers Scott's racket. The criminal activities in the village is affecting more people than the obvious as Louise is upset to hear that the Tates have shunned Ray's business. Itching to reveal Ray's true colours,
Things are getting a little too cramped in Pear Tree Cottage as Syd is making himself very much at home! Chloe uses Scott's frustration to her advantage suggesting that he could always whisk her away to another swanky hotel! Scott feels under pressure as Chloe is clearly enjoying the fruits of his illegitimate labour! Realising her authority is under threat, Nicola is worried as Paddy questions her changes in the surgery. Zoe is increasingly out of sorts as she arrives back from her holiday at Home Farm forgetting that she no longer lives there! Paddy is worried that her promises of being 'on the wagon' may have been broken.
Ray persists to weave a clever web of deceit around Louise as his true colours begin to unveil. Louise is surprisingly susceptible to having the wool pulled over her eyes. Will Terry be able to break the spell? Ray makes sure he silences Terry, threatening him to stay away from Louise. Zoe's drinking habits appear to have left every one treading on eggshells. Deeply embarrassed about the pass Zoe had made for him, Ashley is on edge as Zoe appears on his doorstep! What will she be after now? Paddy's patience is running out as he finds Zoe in The Woolpack drinking on her own again! Slumped in the corner Zoe gives Paddy no choice but to cover her shifts at the 'sluurgery!' Meanwhile, Charity and Terry are forced to do the bin run when both Zak and Phil call in 'sick', and when Tony won't let him back out of the racquet, Scott agrees to move it elsewhere.
Phil is forced to come clean to Charity about his moon lighting and Charity is forced to take drastic actions in sacking him on the spot. Despite Ray's threats, Terry feels he has no option but to speak to Louise. Unfortunately, his plans backfire. It appears once again Ray has got there before him. Convinced Terry is trying to sabotage her newfound relationship, Louise angrily dismisses his allegations. Terry is devastated as his attempts to blacken Ray's halo are ruled out. Despite working like a dog, Latisha seems to be getting nowhere fast with her mounting debts. Charity is cautious as Chloe tries to persuade her not to be so hard on Latisha.
Reflecting on her run in with Terry the previous night, Louise is still upset by his accusations. Ray continues to cast a shadow over Terry's allegations by suggesting that Terry's motives were not entirely innocent. Using flattery to diffuse the situation Ray is off the hook for now as his charm continues to prevail. Making the most of their time on their own Diane and Mack quietly tip toe upstairs in the B&B. There are general complaints around the village of loud music being played through the night coming from the direction of Zoe's cottage. Zoe is not in the mood to be told off as Charity teases her about her home disco! The Emmerdale web cam is up and running as Seth becomes the village's first presenter. Unfortunately Betty is blissfully unaware that she is the second presenter, in her dressing gown and rollers in their front room!
Emily finds herself unexpectantly drawn to the children from the local children's home as they visit the Vets Surgery. Paddy carefully shows the children the workings of a vets surgery. The children are in awe! The visit is cut short as Paddy is called out to help Zoe finish her rounds and the kids are ferried away. On tidying the mess in the surgery Emily is shocked to come across a stray, but not the kind of stray that usually gets veterinary attention! Emily entertains Damian as she realises he has been left behind by the bus! Temporarily dropping his mayoral charm defensive, Eric makes a cutting remark leaving Damian in despair. Upset that Damian has been left behind,
Mack sows seeds of doubt in Diane’s mind as he makes a sharp exit after their candle lit dinner. Expecting Mack to stay the night Diane settles in for a night on her own worried that she has blown it! After doing a runner from dinner Mack is a little too concerned that Diane's getting to serious. Syd comes up with the perfect distraction suggesting a night out Mack readily accepts. Determined to cheer his mate up Syd invites along Mack's ex-girlfriend - will the old flame be rekindled? Diane is forced to put on a brave face as the foursome drink in The Woolpack, a little too close for comfort for her liking. Making bitchy remarks about Diane, Miranda is doing a great job of rubbing Diane up the wrong way but how long can Diane tolerate her taunts?
Deflated from the events of the evening before, Diane takes a long hard look at herself in the mirror and is not happy with what she sees. Aware that she is no spring chicken, Diane feels a fool for ever thinking her new found relationship would last. Not realising the depths of her despair, Louise teases Diane about her competition, as Diane tries desperately to cover her hurt. Determined to find out if Mack came home after his evening out, Diane goes in search of the truth. Using a Rodney visit as an excuse, Diane heads over to the B&B to see if Mack is shacked up with his ex. Emily makes a conscious decision that she would like to be involved with disadvantaged children, when Jack suggests she look into fostering. Worried about how much experience she would need,
On call to a job in Halifax for a few days, Mack tells Diane of his departure. Diane takes the news badly convinced he is trying to let her down gently. Determined to reject him before he rejects her, Diane feigns aloofness and practically chucks him out. Although confused by Diane's actions, Mack feels that maybe he had his wires crossed about Diane as she was so blasé about their relationship. Louise is compelled to stick her oar in, as Mack seems prepared to walk away from Diane without a fight. Will Mack let Diane know that all is not lost or walk away leaving his damsel in distress? Emily is forced to come clean to Paddy about her plans to foster.
Feeling guilty about his outburst, when Emily suggested fostering, Paddy has had time to digest the idea. Admitting he has over reacted, Emily is encouraged and asks Paddy to think it over. Paddy is proud that Emily feels so much compassion and pleasantly surprised by her ground work but he has a lot on his plate at the moment. Seizing the opportunity to air his worries, Paddy confesses to Chris that Zoe’s behaviour is getting more worrying. Chris wonders if it's because the following week is the fifth anniversary of Frank's death, and is forced to acknowledge that Zoe's problem is getting worse after Paddy tells him about the drugs she's been taking, as well as the amount of alcohol she's been drinking.
Having hardly slept a wink a dishevelled Zoe arrives early at the surgery. Nicola helps to ease Zoe's apparent anxiety by answering the phones. Deeply concerned by Zoe's behaviour Paddy collars Chris to get his opinion. Seemingly aware of what may be bothering Zoe, Chris appears unsympathetic. On the anniversary of their father's death, Chris is conscious that Zoe might be taking things badly. Having visited Frank's grave Chris is worried, as it is the first time ever he has beaten Zoe in laying flowers.
Zoe’s lights have been on all night, it is apparent she hasn’t had much sleep! Hiding behind the door Zoe is cautious about letting Paddy in, faking illness. Confused by Zoe's actions Paddy is forced to leave but Zoe's illness appears short-lived as she is later found drinking alone in the Woolpack. Bottling up her anxiety Zoe keeps a beady eye on Charity as she flirts with Syd. Unable to contain her jealousy any longer Zoe throws herself at Charity, much to the shock of all onlookers and Charity herself! Dejected Zoe is forced to leave the pub. Confused and emotionally vulnerable Zoe stumbles from the Woolpack. A friendly face stops to see if she is OK. Zoe misreads this and returns her affections as she uncharacteristically turns her attention to a man! Her advances are not rebuked this time as the pass quickly turns to passion.
Having blanked the events from the day before, Zoe struggles to understand why Charity has not returned her affections. There is a realisation that Zoe's behaviour has been building up for months as Chris and Charity discuss the extent of the situation. It becomes more apparent that Zoe needs urgent medical help, but she does not take kindly to being told she is mentally ill. Having stolen Charity's car keys Zoe takes off, desperate to escape her emotions. Conscious of Zoe's constant references to their past relationship, Charity heads the search for Zoe with one place in mind! As the dust settles there is a clash of consciences as Scott and Chloe tiptoe round each other! Scott apologises to Syd asking him to stay, unaware of his recent advances on Chloe! Having been knocked back by Chloe, Syd spies an easy target in Nicola as she makes her intentions for him clear! Syd seizes the opportunity and invites her back to his, much to the annoyance of Scott and Chloe!
Having difficulty accepting the situation, Chris is torn by Zoe’s behaviour. Having called for medical help Charity is concerned that the route of the problem may be a reaction caused by the combination of alcohol and Zoe's anti depressants. The doctor confirms that they will need a further medical examination, as he is concerned Zoe is not telling him the truth after questioning. The severity of Zoe's condition becomes obvious to Chris. Latisha’s desire to do the right thing backfires as Alan catches her red handed! Nicola has quickly made herself at home at Pear Tree Cottage as the scantily clad visitor cooks breakfast for Syd and herself! It has clearly touched a nerve with Chloe but Scott is highly amused by the display. Later Syd and Scott have a manly chat as Scott tries to prise the gory details out! Syd insists he has no intention to commit. Bonded by the male talk, Scott offers advice on Nicola's entrapment tendencies!
Terry has been forced to baby sit Zoe and is grumpy as he hasn’t had much sleep due to Zoe's non stop pacing! Charity is concerned that they cannot pretend Zoe has the flu forever. Zoe continues to plummet down hill as she stares for hours at the TV flicking the channels endlessly. Unaware of all the fuss around her, Katie is distracted from her Jubilee Queen duties as she thinks she might be pregnant. Desperately needing assurance, Katie questions if Andy will stick by her. Stunned that their plans may have fallen into place so quickly Andy and Katie are suddenly terrified by their actions. They agree to take a test as soon as possible. Marlon is shocked as Tricia’s plans to visit Edith have not so caring intentions!
The villagers are in party mood as they prepare for the Jubilee extravaganza that lies ahead. But 15-year-old Jubilee Queen, Katie, has nerves for a different reason as she is constantly interrupted while trying to take a pregnancy test. She finally finds a moment alone and is filled with mixed emotions as the test proves positive. Katie doesn't have long to digest the news, however, before she is caught out and forced to thrust the pregnancy kit on Donna as she is called for a photograph. Unfortunately, Donna's mum and village gossip Viv rumbles what is going on and Donna is forced to reveal all. As Katie boards the float for her crowning glory, she signals to Andy that the their secret efforts to start a family have been successful.
Brian is still reeling at the news that his precious teenage daughter is pregnant and, clutching at straws, he questions whether she could have made a mistake. But Katie confirms his worst fears and assures him that the positive test result was accurate. Brian can't believe his ears when Katie adds that she did it deliberately to prove how much they love each other. Jack is equally outraged and admonishes Andy for his stupidity and lack of maturity.
Brian and Jack are united in their concern for Andy and Katie, but Brian's notion that Katie should have an abortion is met with horror from his daughter. Katie and Andy are mortified by the suggestion and Andy looks to Jack for support. But Jack is firmly siding with Brian and the youngsters find themselves isolated. Feeling indignant and betrayed, they maintain their desire to have the child and state that nobody can stop them. With an over enthusiastic, yet unhealthy interest in Woodside Cottage, Tricia turns on the charm with the elderly Edith. But Marlon soon realises what is happening and is disgusted by Tricia's treatment of Edith.
The pressure of living at home with Brian is becoming too much for Katie and she arrives at the Sugden's seeking sanctuary. But Jack's dismissive attitude backfires and he succeeds only in driving Andy out of his home too. Diane takes pity on the youngsters and offers to let them stay at the pub – suggesting to Jack that they need time and space to sort out their differences. But as they settle in at The Woolpack, the enormity of the situation hits home and Andy struggles to find the words to comfort a distraught Katie. Diane is on hand to offer some words of wisdom to Katie, but asserts that she is disappointed in Andy and never thought that he could be so irresponsible and selfish. Ashley and Paddy are becoming increasingly frustrated at Chris for refusing to make Zoe seek help.
Zoe discovers Paddy and Chris deep in conversation and immediately misinterprets their unease as proof of a conspiracy. Ashley has a desperate heart to heart with her and begs her to seek help. He quickly senses her fear, however, and realises that desperate measures are called for. He calls her bluff and reassures her that she can discharge herself from the clinic at any time. Paddy is relieved when Zoe agrees but Ashley confesses that he feels he has betrayed Zoe's trust in him by persuading her to book into the clinic under false pretences. Seth is flooded with complaints as Betty-Cam withdrawal sets in! As flowers from a fan arrive,
Seth is chuffed when he receives free grub from Viv as the voyeuristic crowds gather in Café Hope to watch Betty cleaning on the Betty-Cam. Unnerved by a strange feeling of being watched, Betty is confused by passing comments in the village. Edna soon deduces that the webcam is once again live and decides enough is enough! Betty is mortified to discover the truth and wonders whether she can ever face the village again! In the clinic, Zoe vacantly stares at the television with the volume on full blast as she aimlessly flicks through the channels. Aware that the drugs she has been prescribed may have sedated her, Chris and Charity are still disturbed to see Zoe's numbed state.
Degraded by her small-screen experience at the hands of Seth – Betty is out for revenge! As Seth idles away the hours in Café Hope working through fan mail, he is oblivious to the unusual favour that Betty is asking of Len. In full view of the webcam, Betty puts her plan into action and declares her secret lust for Len before kissing him passionately! At Café Hope, the kids erupt in riotous laughter as they witness the uncharacteristic display of affection. Seth is less amused by what he has witnessed! Realising he's been rumbled, Seth finds he is not the only one making a quick exit and finds Betty in the street with her bags packed! Meanwhile, Zoe’s paranoia is building and she warns Ashley that Paddy is in on a conspiracy to poison her.
Concerned about Zoe’s conspiracy talk, Ashley confides in Paddy about her bizarre claims. Chris is alarmed that his sister's mental state is in decline and becomes increasingly anxious when psychiatrists question whether the illness will be reversible. He soon has more important things to worry about, however, when Terry reveals that Zoe has discharged herself from the clinic! Chris starts to fear the worst when he discovers that Zoe is missing without a penny to her name and the hours are beginning to pass.
Chris hasn’t been able to sleep as the hunt for Zoe goes on through the night. His normally cool exterior begins to crack as they start to run out places to look and Chris is compelled to express his true fears for Zoe. Patiently, Charity listens as Chris opens up for their first time about the moment when Zoe knowingly shot their half-brother, Liam. Convinced that the guilt had caused a permanent rift between Zoe and himself, Chris confesses to Charity that he is to blame! Meanwhile, in an alleyway in nearby Hotten, a crumpled body lies undiscovered – ravaged by a storm. At Edith’s house Tricia and Marlon lay on a celebratory spread. Grateful for their kindness and generosity, Edith is taken by the couple and is keen to discuss the house.
After two nights searching and still no sign of Zoe, Chris is tearing his hair out with worry. Terry confirms that police will start checking the hospitals but this does little to console Chris. Having slept rough in an alleyway for two nights, a dishevelled and disorientated Zoe arrives back at Mill Brook Cottage. Confused, she realises she has no keys to get in. As Zoe tries to climb in through a window, she is discovered by a stunned Seth. He is alarmed by her appearance and, aware that she has been missing, invites her in. Realising that Seth poses no threat, a cautious Zoe opens up to Seth about the conspiracy against her. Adult life is proving tough as cracks begin to appear in Andy’s confidence in facing parenthood.
It's the day after Father's Day and newly expectant father Andy begins to regret the consequences of his relationship with Katie. The reality of being a parent by this time next year begins to hit home, as he considers the bigger picture. He is too young for parenthood and he's beginning to wish they hadn't planned the pregnancy. Determined to overcome a series of knock backs, he plucks up the courage to ask Viv for a job. True to form, Viv isn't sympathetic and sends him packing with a flea in his ear! Her harsh put down is the last straw, as Andy realises the future looks bleak and he has some serious thinking to do! Jack has opened his eyes to impending fatherhood and this weighs heavily on his mind. Jack has also refused to help him find work and has, in effect, turned his back on his son.
As Katie proudly announces to Andy that she has morning sickness, the novelty of being a father has rapidly worn off. Andy begins to feel he is on his own, as Katie is as enthusiastic as ever. Doing things that boys do, Danny and Robert invite Andy for a game of football. Jealous of their carefree attitude Andy begrudgingly admits he has to see Katie. With Jack on his back, Andy is troubled about their discussion on abortion, wondering if he should broach the subject with Katie. He tentatively suggests they've made a mistake, to see her reaction. Katie is horrified at the suggestion they get rid of their baby! Aware that he may have just made the biggest decision of his life, Andy regrets that Katie doesn't feel the same.
As the dust settles from the events of the day before, Andy is hit by the realisation that he suggested Katie have an abortion. He's desperate to see her and fears that she may shut him out permanently. His anxieties are realised when she refuses to see him. With his domestic situation playing on his mind, Andy walks out of his exam and is determined to see Katie. He's decided to stand by her and wants to let her know that he loves her. Andy's efforts are wasted as he arrives at Connelton View, only to discover Katie has left the area, to live with her mother. After begging Brian for the address, Andy is turned away empty-handed. As the two burly builders arrive home from a night on the tiles, Mack complains of a bad back and lack of sleep.
Desperate to make it up to Diane, Mack asks Alan if he can borrow the kitchen to cook her a meal. Alan agrees as it leaves the rest of the village free to organise Diane's surprise birthday party in The Woolpack! Avoiding Nicola's affections like the plague, Syd finds himself making excuses about his recent whereabouts! He doesn't want to give her any encouragement. To get her off his back, Syd invites Nicola round to the B&B for dinner, knowing full well they won't be alone. Mack and Diane are far from impressed, as uninvited guests gatecrash their romantic meal. They had hoped to have a serious talk, but the conversation becomes frosty as Syd tells tales of their old conquests. Diane is deeply hurt. As Scott and Chloe settle down for a romantic night in, he takes an urgent work call and tells her their romantic evening will have to be postponed! Rousing suspicions,
On the morning of her birthday, Diane is filled with dread, as she fears a repeat performance of the previous night's disastrous meal. Convinced that Mack does not share her affections and is just being polite, Diane is troubled and not looking forward to their date tonight! Mack has his own dilemma and is desperate to make it up to Diane. Realising he may have blown it, he wonders if the party can be called off so he can be alone with Diane. On the way to the meal, Mack is still pondering what to do. He's fed up with Diane's small talk and skirting round the subject, he is forced to bring the car to an emergency stop as Diane finally speaks her mind! As a few home truths surface,
Filled with dread at the prospect of returning to work, Chloe and Scott arrive back in the village, exhausted from their weekend of clubbing. On arrival at the garage, Scott is annoyed to find Tony waiting with another hot car - angry that he wasn't informed about Scott's trip away! But Scott resents the hold Tony feels he has over him and questions their agreement! With Tony throwing his weight around, Scott has no choice but to take orders in the hope that Len won't notice the car ringing is still going on! As Marc arrives for work, he passes a flustered Scott rushing out to get a spare part for the car. Intrigued by his boss's behaviour, Marc can't resist taking a closer look at the car they are working on and is horrified to learn it is obviously stolen.
Scott is unnerved when Len and Marc fail to show up for work and he is sure that his scam has been rumbled when Angie arrives in full uniform. When Angie's only line of questioning is why Marc has quit his job, Scott realises he has had a lucky escape and it's time to quit while he still can. But his efforts to walk away from the sting are short-lived as Tony makes it abundantly clear that life will become very difficult if he backs out now. Shaken by the threats, Scott's torment is obvious as Chloe demands to know the truth. Furious at living on the fruits of his crime, she refuses to listen to his excuses. Fearing her mum's job is on the line, Latisha takes her frustration out on Cain.
With the weight of the world on his shoulders, Scott is disheartened when Len refuses to come back to work on grounds of trust! Chloe is equally unforgiving and serves up an ultimatum - either Scott gets out of the car ringing, or she gets out of his life! But when Scott fails to return home, Chloe starts to think the worst and fears that Tony has followed through on his threat to hurt Scott if he tried to back out. Has she driven him too far? Sam busies himself at Café Hope and surfs the net for a soul-mate.
Desperate to escape Tony's car ringing racket, Chloe and Scott search for a way out. Knowing that going to the police isn't an option, they are forced to risk everything by coming clean to Ray in the hope that he may be forgiving in return for the time they saved his life. Ray is quietly furious but Scott and Chloe are relieved when he makes it clear that he holds Tony responsible and promises to make him pay. Zoe is plagued by her own insecurities as Paddy questions her ability to deal with an emergency call. Zoe is incensed by the implication and becomes increasingly paranoid that Paddy is trying to force her out. Sam becomes a regular visitor to Café Hope - but he isn't there for the food. He makes frequent checks on the computer in the hope of a reply to his lonely heart advert!
Having asked Ray to get Tony off his back, Scott is petrified as to how Tony may react! But when Ray drops another car off at the garage, Scott is shocked when he orders him not to look in the boot. Assuming the worst, Scott worries that Tony is back – in the form of a dead body! With impeccable timing, the police arrive on the garage forecourt and Scott and Chloe have some fast thinking to do in a desperate bid to explain Tony's disappearance. Will the police believe their story or is Scott about to find himself as an accomplice in Tony's murder? Zoe continues to feel increasingly pushed out at the vets when she discovers that Rhona has covered all of her shifts and to make matters worse, the voices in her head are drowning out her thoughts and she has overlooked Paddy’s birthday.
Concerned by Zoe’s irrational behaviour despite her new found comfort in the church, Ashley calls on Zoe with a Biblical reading plan to help her through the difficult times. But the reading plan backfires and Zoe reads demonic quotes to Joseph as she helps him create a mask for his school play. Charity is horrified and is forced to drag Joseph out of harm's way. Zoe visits the surgery in a bid to talk herself into a positive state of mind, but the negative voices in her head are too powerful. In a fit of anger, Zoe rips up the appointment diary, targeting every entry that includes Rhona’s name. She then hits a new low and, in a bid to beat the demons in her head, seizes some tranquillisers from a shelf in the surgery.
Paddy turns up for work at the surgery and angrily notices the drugs cabinet wide open! As he enters the reception area, he is stunned to find Zoe slumped on the desk. As she starts to come round, Zoe refuses to seek help from a doctor. Paddy is increasingly concerned but, on discovering the shredded diary, his concern turns to despair and he suspends her from the practice. She faces further accusations from Chris who challenges her about the drug taking. It's more than she can take and Zoe flees to the river. As the sound of children's voices echo painfully in her head, she sinks herself deeper and deeper into the icy cold water in a bid to drown out the torment.
Edna is alarmed when she arrives at the church to find Zoe engrossed in the bible, surrounded by torn out pages and lit candles. In a panic, she dashes to The Woolpack to report her discovery to Ashley, informing him that Zoe is vandalising the Holy Book. Ashley races to the church and is stunned to see that Edna wasn’t exaggerating. He talks calmly to Zoe in a desperate effort to try and reason with her in her hour of need. But when he fails to understand her claims that she is trying to decode a message from God, Zoe begins quoting manically from the bible. In a trance she is suddenly drawn to the children's Sunday school display but, as Ashley tries to hold her back, the display collapses and smashes amongst the candles.
The fire at the church rages and, still trapped inside, Zoe is transfixed by the flames as Ashley tries to drag her to safety from the smouldering inferno. Hurrying to get home to meet his curfew, Marc sees the smoke rising from the church and runs to the vicarage. Alerted to the fire, a horrified Edna reveals that Ashley and Zoe are inside! Mesmerised by the blaze, Zoe is oblivious to Ashley's attempts to help her. The smoke is unbearable and the roof is beginning to cave in and yet, hypnotised by the flames, Zoe walks towards the fire, mumbling quotes from the Bible to herself. Fighting his way through the smoke, Marc returns in a bid to help Ashley rescue Zoe. The heat is overpowering but as Ashley bravely beats a path to Zoe, a burning beam crashes down and hits him.
As Cynthia proudly displays the lavish present she has been saving up for, Latisha feels inadequate, as she can not afford to give her son a proper present for his first birthday! Penniless, Latisha stoops to desperate measures as she heads off to Hotten, with the intention of coming back laden with goodies for Kirk. The Daggerts' house is a hive of activity, as Cynthia makes a birthday cake for Kirk. Distracted from her baking, Cynthia answers a knock at the door. Little did she expect to see the boys in blue! When the police reveal Latisha's been arrested it is the final straw for Cynthia. On her release from police questioning,
The locals come up with novel ideas to raise money to rebuild the church. Ashley organises a service in the village hall to reaffirm the congregation and prompt village unity. At Home Farm, wary of facing gossips and public reaction, Charity and Chris suffer from cabin fever. Aware that they can't hide forever, Chris and Charity brave village scrutiny to attend the church service. At the village hall there is a frosty reception, as the service is read in Zoe's honour. Struck by the words, Chris becomes emotional and the shock of recent events hits him. Charity discreetly comforts him, as Chris tries to fight back the tears. Angie is grateful to Mack for the work he has done at the Reynolds' house and invites him and Diane round for a meal. Mack gratefully accepts, although he later finds Diane can't go! Hoping that Mack would refuse to go without her,
Zoe is pinning all her hopes on her appeal for release which is set for tomorrow, but it appears the doctors have serious concerns about her state of mind. Allowing her home isn't high on their agenda. Chris is frustrated as the doctor insists it is too early to diagnose Zoe's illness. He's close to breaking point and Charity tries to lend her support. The emotional highs are too much for Zoe when Ashley arrives. After all she's been through she's grateful to see a friendly face, and bursts into tears on his shoulder. Having spent a lot of time together, Marlon and Rhona have been getting on very well since her return to the village. Intrigued to hear more about Edith's house,
Zoe is devastated when her appeal for release is refused. Sadly she is forced to accept that she is not capable of making decisions about her health. She refuses to give up without a fight, insisting the doctors have made a mistake. The realisation that she will not be leaving the hospital of her own free will hits home. Feeling imprisoned, Zoe desperately confides in Ashley that she is afraid to fall asleep for fear of what will happen around her. Zoe clings to Ashley for dear life, as she is desperate to hold on to a face that she knows and trusts. She is aware that things are out of her control, and begs Ashley not to desert her. The nurse almost has to prise them apart.
Maggie learns that she has been invited for an interview as the manager of Dale Park, but is irked to find she will be up against her arch rival, Nicola. Aware that Nicola might pip her to the post, Maggie flirtatiously asks Rodney for a reference too. Rodney rises to the bate offering any service he can. Working her girlish charms, Maggie sets about a plan to ensure her reference will be positively glowing. Robert is desperate to have his wicked way with Lucy, but he becomes increasingly frustrated, as she seems to be running hot and cold with him. Andy continues to suffer in silence, as he still hasn't had any word from Katie. Finally caving into pressure from Donna, Lucy approaches Andy and explains she has heard from Katie.
Nicola is furious to find out that Rodney has agreed to write Maggie's reference as well. To add to her disgust, Rodney and Maggie are openly flirtatious in front of her. Recognising the glint in Rodney's eye, Nicola fears that he may favour her rival in the race for the Dale Park Manager's job. She takes it upon her self to find the references to see what she's up against. While Nicola is busy snooping through Rodney's paper work, she is alarmed to hear familiar voices entering the B&B. As Rodney and Maggie pour themselves generous drinks, Nicola is trapped and forced to hide under the bed. As the drinks continue to flow, Rodney steps up his flirtatious behaviour, insisting he would like to be more than just friends. With her career in mind Maggie obliges as Rodney invites her to the bedroom.
The morning after the night before and Maggie is dumbfounded by her own behaviour, having slept with Rodney. Hungover, she confesses her sins to an equally shocked Chloe. Although Nicola is dishevelled and exhausted, she is determined to get her own back on Maggie for putting her through such an ordeal. She sets off to find Phil and wastes no time filling him in on all the sordid details of the affair. On her return from the interview, Maggie is upbeat to find Phil home early. It is fairly obvious that he isn't in the slightest bit interested in whether she has got the job. As the accusations fly, Maggie flounders and her reaction confirms the truth. Phil feels utterly betrayed after all he gave up for her.
There is gloom hanging over the Dingles as they lament the failure of yesterday's plan to off-load Peg on their relatives. Putting their heads together they are forced to have a re-think. The plot thickens as they hatch plan B, a morbid scheme to get Marilyn and Elvis to take Peg, once and for all….. in a coffin! Surprisingly Peg is quite taken by the idea of staging her own death again and the plans for the wake get under way. Peg speedily puts together a list of final demands. Zak does the deed and rings Elvis and Marilyn with the grave news that their rejection of their mother had finally killed her off and asks them to attend. After days of tip toeing around each other, Scott and Chloe have a heart to heart. They are forced to acknowledge the cracks in their relationship and promise to try harder. Despite their promises, there is an underlying air of doubt. Things have been very quiet at the Daggerts' since Cynthia threw Latisha and Kirk out.
The Dingles dastardly plan to offload Peg onto Shadrach and Elvis moves into the final stages when Zak and Lisa fake her wake. As Shadrach and Elvis arrive, dressed for mourning, Zak delivers a flowery eulogy for Peg and Sam sheds some genuine tears. Lisa, laying it on thick, recalls Peg's dying wish was for her ashes to be scattered at the caravan. The Dingles' can't believe their luck when Elvis agrees to abide by Peg's final demand and they bundle the coffin into the back of their car. Little do they know as they set off with the coffin, that Peg is actually the living dead! Scott seems convinced he and Chloe have sorted out their relationship problems, but she is less convinced.
Chloe is emotionally troubled after her secret kiss with Syd. Although they have agreed to keep it quiet, it doesn’t make the guilt any easier. Desperate to compensate and ease her conscience, she prepares a romantic meal at home. But Scott returns in a less than sympathetic mood, rejects her gesture and storms out. Left high and dry again, Chloe resorts to drinking alone and by the time Syd arrives home, he finds her in a distraught state. Sensing her vulnerability he offers to give her some space, but Chloe is desperate for company and asks him to stay with her. His compassion soon turns to passion, however, and within moments the couple are racing upstairs and into bed! Much to Latisha’s disapproval,
The Dingles and Daggerts day temporarily grinds to a halt as the van breaks down in a neighbouring village. Latisha begrudgingly agrees to walk round the village with her family until the van is fixed. But as they shop, Latisha's sticky fingers get her in to trouble again and she covertly puts an expensive pair of sunglasses in Kirk’s pram. Suddenly aware of the prying eyes of the shopkeeper, she insists they leave the shop. Desperate to keep all the family happy, Cynthia offers to look after Kirk, presuming that Latisha wants to be with Cain. Latisha willingly abandons the pram, leaving it with Cynthia, who is blissfully unaware Kirk is harbouring unpaid-for goods!
Once again Latisha is forced to face up to the consequences of her actions, this time it is not only her own family she has let down, but the Dingles too! Having burned her bridges with her family and now her friends, Latisha is swiftly running out of places to turn. Meanwhile, Cynthia has been up all night, desperately struggling to make sense of Latisha's reason for leaving them with the stolen goods. Danny is angry with his mother for taking the flack for his sister's stupidity. The pressure is getting to Chloe as Syd has seemingly forgotten about their fling and brings home a new conquest. Living with Syd and Scott under the same roof is proving unbearable.
Scott and Syd agree to put their differences behind them and go out for a pint. But as the drinks flow, male pride and rivalry get the better of them and their discussion begins to get heated. The topic of discussion turns to infidelity and Scott admits that he would be unfaithful but is sure that Chloe would never be. Syd sees an opportunity to wind him up and suggests she may already have! Things quickly get out of hand. The alcohol-fuelled conversation becomes aggressive when Syd drops a bombshell by admitting that he and Chloe had slept together that week. He then sticks the knife in further by bragging about how great it was!
Diane winds Syd up about the fight in The Woolpack, suggesting he might have better luck going after unattached women - like Angie. Oblivious to the extent of the trouble caused by his last encounter with the opposite sex, Syd takes Diane at her word and heads for the Reynolds household to lure his next victim. Mack is unimpressed when Syd turns up at The Woolpack, with Angie in tow and warns him to keep his mitts to himself. Syd is rattled by the intensity of his friend's demands. He is forced to make a silent exit from The Woolpack, leaving Diane suspicious that Mack has warned him off Angie.
Louise does her best to reassure Diane that she is jumping to conclusions when she confesses her worries that Mack fancies Angie. When Syd turns up at The Woolpack without his partner in crime, Diane quizzes him about the whereabouts of Mack. Syd cheekily explains that he's working on Angie's plumbing – fuelling Diane's fears. Letting her emotions get the better of her, Diane can take no more and decides to pay them a surprise visit. As she approaches the house, Diane is relieved to see Mack harmlessly working. Guilt ridden for doubting his intentions, she tries to sneak away unseen.
Diane is angry with herself for succumbing to jealousy and spying on Mack. Cringing at the thought that she was caught in the act, she is forced to acknowledge she has only herself to blame if she has driven him away. Meanwhile, Angie stresses that Diane's suspicions are unfounded and apologises to Mack for causing ructions. Angie is pleased to think they can remain friends and gives him a reassuring hug. Caught up in the moment, they kiss until Mack pulls away, shocked. Angie tries to apologise, while Mack hides his feelings and makes his excuses to leave. Marlon is delighted to hear from Tricia and her tales of the ocean waves.
Tricia is back from her break - but Marlon is nowhere to be seen. Keen to get back behind the bar, she races to The Woolpack to share her experiences from her trip and sets about teaching Bob some of the exotic cocktails she has leant on her travels. Taking a deep breath, Rhona introduces herself to Tricia. As the penny drops, the bubbly barmaid realises who the newcomer is and wonders why Marlon has kept it quiet. The colour is quick to drain from Marlon's face when he discovers Tricia and Rhona deep in conversation. He soon finds himself summoned for a private chat and Tricia rips him apart for filling the village with his floozies in her absence.
In the clinic, Mel finds a scared Zoe huddled on her bed and asks her what's wrong. Unburdening herself, she opens up about her experience in the church, revealing that she thought God was talking to her. For a moment Zoe laughs but then breaks down, terrified by her realisation of how ill she really is. Meanwhile, Chris and Charity argue about whether Zoe should come home. Tricia is pleased to be home, but at the back of her mind she is worried about what Marlon has been up to in her absence. He does his best to ease her insecurities, assuring her she has nothing to worry about and that he and Rhona are just friends. Wanting to appear mature,
Zoe is desperate to understand her illness and turns to those closest to her for help. Chris and Charity prove to be fully supportive and insist that she must accept the schizophrenia if she is to ever comprehend it and fully recover. Zoe's determination impresses everyone, even when her efforts to understand the medication she is taking prove frustrating. But she digs her heels in and tells Ashley about her quest to find out more and learns that the church fire was an accident. Tricia continues to feel threatened by the presence of Rhona – convinced that she is out to steal her man.
Robert is on cloud nine after Lucy’s invitation to join him for a night of passion and heads to the chalet for the hot date. Lucy plies him with champagne and Robert jumps eagerly into Maggie’s bed where he waits while Lucy makes her excuses and disappears for a shower. But any hopes that Robert has of breaking his duck are soon quashed when Lucy's plan starts to take shape and Maggie arrives to discover Robert waiting beneath the sheets! A red-faced Robert flees in shame, but things go from bad to worse when he bumps into Nicola and makes a drunken pass at her before promptly being sick.
The embarrassment of the night before haunts Robert, but Jack is about to make him face his demons. Hangover or no hangover, he orders Robert to go to work - but only after apologising to Maggie. After a stern dressing down, Robert is left hanging his head in shame as word of his exploits spread through the village. In a bid to completely clear his conscience, he arms himself with a bunch of flowers and visits Nicola in a bid to make up for throwing up on the carpet. But Nicola proves to be a lot more understanding than Maggie and, after offering Robert a sympathetic ear - she goes on to offer him a whole lot more. Marlon is tense as he prepares for yet another dinner with Tricia and Rhona at the same table so, at Bob's suggestion, he decides to invite Emily and Paddy to help lighten the atmosphere.
Despite the relative success of the previous evening's dinner, Tricia just can't bury her anxiety when it comes to Rhona. Her jealousy knows no bounds when she discovers that Marlon has shown Rhona around Edith's house while she was away and she becomes angry and upset when the pair discuss décor in front of her. Tricia flees and has a heart to heart with Emily, admitting that she feels inferior to Rhona and sees why Marlon would like her. Emily tries to calm her down and encourages her to open up to Marlon about her worries. Robert is on a high after losing his virginity to Nicola, the older woman.
Feeling vulnerable after their row, Tricia is subdued. Concerned, Marlon urges Tricia to believe there is nothing going in between him and Rhona. Somehow Tricia is still not convinced. Feeling humiliated, she reluctantly accepts that he is not having an affair, but the whole experience has left their relationship hollow. Spotting Tricia packing her luggage case, Alan jokingly asks her if she's off on holiday again. Fed up at always being the brunt of the jokes she realises no one seems to take her seriously. Sadly, her insecurities get the better of her and after a brief phone call to Bernice, Tricia decides to follow her friend's footsteps. Alarm bells ring as Terry tells Marlon that he has just spotted Tricia with bags packed.
At home, Marlon is panic-stricken as he searches for a clue to where Tricia has gone. Little does he know that Tricia is at the airport with a newly purchased ticket in hand. It's a race against time for Marlon, having done some detective work it becomes apparent that Tricia may be on her way back to see Bernice. Commandeering Alan’s car, he races off to the airport to try and catch her before it is too late! At the airport, Tricia hears the final call for her flight, over the tannoy and heads towards the gate. Marlon is hot on her trail, as he screeches to the airport. Having found out where Bernice is currently staying, Marlon races to the gate, only to be told by a guard that the flight has left.
Nicola has outstayed her welcome, and Emily is determined to send her packing. She tentatively questions if Nicola has had her boiler fixed and when she’ll be moving out. Trying to hide her bitterness, Nicola insists she’ll be out tonight. Paddy has had to cancel a fostering meeting, due to a last minute surgery call out. Emily is annoyed, hoping it won’t reflect badly on their chance to foster. The prospect of being homeless dawns on Nicola until she spies the perfect opportunity to stay another night by offering to keep Emily company, while Paddy works late. True to form, Nicola sets about stirring up trouble between Emily and Paddy, insisting that Paddy has a habit of working late, and neglecting Emily.
Having set Paddy and Emily against each other, Nicola is sheepish at breakfast after her stirring tactics the evening before. There is a frosty atmosphere all round! But Nicola's trouble causing doesn’t stop there - Paddy and Emily have rescheduled their fostering meeting and are just welcoming the councillor into the house, only to find that Robert is inside being made to feel very welcome too! Manipulative Nicola feigns tears as Emily later confronts her over her behaviour. Furious that she could have affected their chances of fostering Paddy berates her stupidity. But soft touch, Emily runs after Nicola who takes refuge in her own garden at Dale View.
Diane is strangely unnerved as she finally hears what she's been waiting for from Mack. Aware that he is implying a deepening of their relationship, she tentatively reminds him they’ve always been casual before. The couple have a heart to heart and he finds it hard to open up, but she teases out his true feelings. He admits he wants to stay around for the long term, stressing it is because of her. He admits he's never settled in one place, been committed to a relationship or faithful to one woman before but wants to change for Diane. Diane is overwhelmed but uneasy at Mack's declaration.
The village is a hive of activity as the final preparations for the Village in Bloom Competition are underway – but things are running far from smoothly. Tricia has her suspicions as to who has sabotaged her front garden display when her statues mysteriously disappear and accusations and counter accusations fly. Edna thinks Tricia's taste will lose them the competition, while Tricia thinks that's rich coming from a woman with a pet cemetery in her garden! Meanwhile, Gloria is busy cleaning up after everyone and berates Terry for dropping a smouldering cigarette butt in the street.
Zak is furious as the villagers look towards him in their search for the cause of the explosion. Foggin is lying low, but Zak is on the warpath and finally tracks him down – only to discover him trying to get cosy with Lisa. It's more than Zak can take and he invites Firecracker outside. Lisa is forced to intervene and a few home truths are aired between husband and wife as Zak admits he feels threatened by his old pal. As Eric stalls the Village in Bloom judges, everyone rallies around to tidy away the last of the litter caused by the blast. There is mayhem and Bob is sent to rescue Betty’s bloomers that have been catapulted to land on the TV aerial on the post office. But will it be enough to impress the judges? Brian secretly makes arrangements for Katie to come back to the village for one day. Keen to discuss her future, he needs Andy out of the way.
Brian is apprehensive but relieved when Katie arrives and tells him how much she has missed him. She is worried about seeing Andy, but Brian can’t resist trying to turn her against him and says that he and Donna have become very close. Brian broaches the subject of having Katie back permanently, insisting that he has accepted the baby, but Katie is not so sure. When she refuses to come home, Brian is hurt and is sure that Caroline has poisoned his daughter's mind against him. Andy has spent his life savings, and more, on a pram for Katie in the hope that it will convince her that he is sincere in wanting to look after them both.
Katie’s fleeting visit to the village has left both Andy and Brian down in the dumps. Brian is glum after Katie rejected his offer to move back in. Andy, however, is more determined and Katie is surprised when he turns up on her doorstep in Macclesfield. Andy tries to explain his misguided attempt to talk Katie into an abortion was way off the mark and asserts that he wants to be a part of the baby’s life. Seeing he is genuine, she agrees that Andy can have some involvement and invites him to come to her first scan the following day. Back in the village, Diane is feeling uneasy about her relationship with Mack. Having fallen for his rebellious, flirtatious ways Diane is put out when he promises to change and commit to her.
Andy meets an anxious Katie and her mother at hospital. Looking at those around them, it suddenly dawns on them that they are by far the youngest couple there. As they wait for the scan, Katie's taken aback as Brian enters. She worries that he is taking one last chance to press for an abortion, but Brian assures her that, just like Andy, he is there to support her now. Rodney has set his sights on buying Bernice’s half of The Woolpack. But knowing that their marriage wasn’t the greatest of partnerships,
At Mill Cottage, Louise and Ray's moving in party is in full swing. As the barbecue sizzles Charity flirts openly with Mack. Diane is treading very carefully around Mack, although he has promised to commit to her she puts barriers up, scared he will break her heart. Sensing her insecurity, Mack goes out of his way to express his genuine interest in sticking around. Diane can’t believe her ears when he suggests living together! Having doubts about Mack's desire to settle down, Diane is unsure whether it is too soon for him to move in.
Diane visits hungover Louise, filling her in on the events from the evening before. Louise is shocked that she has finished things with Mack, wondering what he did to provoke it. Diane confesses that if she continues the relationship he may break her heart and she is not willing to set herself up for such a fall. Louise is confused by her friend's logic. Later in The Woolpack, Diane is uneasy as Mack enters and heads over to join Angie. As Angie tells lurid holiday stories, Diane is haunted by Mack's laughter. Rodney presents Diane with a draft partnership agreement for The Woolpack. Faced with the reality of their partnership in black and white, she begins to get cold feet.
Ray’s hypoglycaemic attack has brought Ray and Louise closer. Upbeat, Louise confides in Diane that he is starting to let her in at last. Having told Rodney she wouldn’t want him as a business partner if he was the last person on earth, Diane tells Louise her plans to put Bernice’s half of the pub on the market. Louise daydreams wishing she could afford it! As Zak is driving in his van, he comes across a bedraggled looking woman, by the roadside. Stopping to see if she is all right, he sees the heel has broken off her shoe. Insisting she has to get to Emmerdale, Zak tells her its her lucky day and offers to give her a lift.
Ray asks if Louise has reached a decision about him buying Bernice’s half of the pub for her. Noting what a big decision it is, Louise needs more time. Ray's rattled but covers as he receives a phone call about Lily. Making an excuse about work, Ray heads out. Charity presses Lily for details of the prostitution racket. Disgusted, Terry’s convinced Ray is to blame. Charity resolves to confront Ray with the allegations. Chris is aware of what Ray is capable of and warns Charity not to get involved. But stubborn Charity will not be dissuaded as she makes her way to Mill Cottage. Seething, Charity arrives at Mill Cottage demanding to see Ray but Louise explains he's at work.
Louise is subdued and preoccupied as Ray makes provisional plans for the sale of the pub and debates going to see his accountants. Reminding him she hasn't accepted his offer yet, Louise hides her growing mistrust of Ray. Ray is surprised as Charity arrives at Mill Cottage and confronts him about the prostitution allegations. He seethes as she explains that Lily's been at Home Farm, but is safe from him now. But when Charity goes on to mention that she has told Louise about his criminal activities, Ray is livid. Enraged, he flies across the room and pins her to the wall, warning her she has no idea what she is dealing with. As Charity leaves Mill Cottage, she is deeply shaken. Louise is taken aback as she sees her friend clearly distressed.
As Katie struggles to put on her now too tight school clothes, she is apprehensive about the reception she will receive from her old school friends. Andy has been up early too, busy wrapping a present for the future mother of his child. He takes it to the bus stop for her. His effort pays off as she is grateful to see that he has bought her something she has always wanted. Andy has been deliberately playing it cool, as Katie has made her intentions about their relationship clear. But when Katie admits she has really missed him and would like to be more than just friends, he is stunned.
In The Woolpack the final preparations for the engagement party are underway. Marlon is acting very sheepishly as he has promised to pull out all the stops for Tricia, but instead of getting the caterers in he has done it himself and is sneaking food around so as not to get found out. Little do they know there are some fireworks in store. Laurel, the hired entertainer, limbers up outside The Woolpack. Dressed as a bumblebee, she clumsily practises her dance routine. The party gets underway and the pub quickly fills up. Alan has generously laid on the champagne, which the punters are readily tucking in to.
Tricia is understandably horrified that the man she is just about to marry is lying dazed on the floor, after her mother has hit him. After many years of not seeing eye to eye, Tricia berates her mother for turning up unannounced and ruining her engagement party. As the penny drops, Steph realises that she has just punched her future son in law and has jumped to conclusions, on hearing them arguing, that Marlon was cheating on her. As she helps Marlon up, Steph struggles to explain that she was being protective towards her daughter and had turned up to reconcile their relationship.
The day after the engagement party, Tricia admits she can’t face getting out of bed to go to work. Looking out of the window she can see her mum's car, still parked outside the B&B. She is annoyed she has the bottle to stay around after yesterday's episodes. Being Steph’s dad, Alan is making an effort to smooth over the previous day's events. Marlon tiptoes around the subject as he asks Tricia if there is any chance of reconciliation with her mother. Tricia stands firm - it is out of the question. Later in The Woolpack, Steph calls in once again to see Tricia, greeting her warmly despite the frostiness she receives in return as she asks Diane to bar her.
Emmerdale is a hive of activity as villagers rally round to oppose the Tates’ landfill scheme. Publicity seeking Gloria suggests that opposing the landfill scheme will be a risk but might be a worthwhile investment for Eric’s profile at the next election. During all the commotion and arguing, Harry Partridge takes a turn for the worse and keels over in front of Gloria and Eric. Realising he is not well Gloria jumps into action and performs CPR telling Eric to call an ambulance. As the paramedics arrive on the scene they are grateful to see Harry is being well looked after and praise them for administering CPR.
True to form Eric has happily taken all the credit for Gloria’s heroic actions in trying to revive Harry Partridge from his deathbed, having suffered a heart attack. Latisha and Lisa give Eric a round of applause and Gloria reminds him that this is great publicity for the launch of his campaign. Glynis admits he is the talk of the Town Hall, once again his dirty tricks are working a treat. In the pub, Eric lets it slip that he is considering standing for the election which is a surprise to the regulars, as Harry has not long been dead. The regulars berate Eric for ‘ambulance chasing,’ but it does little to dissuade him from standing for election, as he launches into a Churchillian speech.
Nicola knows the traditional methods of passing your driving test are always the best. She gives Emily a few handy pointers. However, Nicola's driving tips involve a bit of a makeover for Emily. Nicola proudly unveils Emily's new look, leaving everyone flabbergasted as she emerges dressed in a tiny skirt and a low zipped top with more than an eyeful on show. As Emily prepares to go out on her test, Bob decides to accompany her for moral support as he presumes failure is inevitable. Leaving the doubtful crowds behind, the test begins with Bob in tow on the back seat of the car. As the villagers wait with bated breath, they prepare their condolence speeches - at the ready to comfort Emily on failing her test.
Zoe is on her way home for a trial day, as she travels in the car with Terry she is deep in thought but notices Terry has taken a route to avoid the church - she thanks him for his thoughtfulness. At Home Farm, Zoe chats with Cynthia and Ashley, and is mindful of how much she has missed out on in the last few months. She offers to take Joseph out for the weekend, as she won’t see him until Christmas after he goes away. Chris agrees and Zoe is grateful for his support. On the way back to the clinic, Zoe asks Terry to drive past the church. Seeing it makes her realise that she can’t hide away anymore and announces that she will be home for good the next day.
Back at Home Farm, Zoe resolves to make up for lost time – she is determined to spend more time with Joseph and get back to work. Zoe braves an awkward reception as she visits Paddy at the Vets. As they talk business it is clear they are both nervous. Such a lot has happened, will things get back to normal? Village gossip Viv has to stick her oar in calling Zoe an arsonist, but Zoe handles herself well and despite the run in and is proud of herself about the day's events. On her day off, Louise has planned a romantic picnic with Ray. Tricia is not used to taking orders from Louise, but as she is now the proud owner of half the pub she is going to have to comply.
As Diane and Louise discuss plans to celebrate their new partnership at The Woolpack, Ray is planning a celebration of his own. After dropping in on Louise at the pub, he stuns her by pulling out a ring and proposing to her. Unsure of her feelings for Ray, Louise finds it difficult to accept the unexpected offer and makes it clear that she thinks it may be too soon for them to be thinking of marriage. And when Ray mentions the pub sale and the money he gave her, it's clear that Louise feels she is being bought. At a time when Tricia and Marlon think everything in the garden is rosy, they are brought back down to earth with a devastating bump when Mack and Syd break the news to them that Edith has died.
Still reeling from Ray’s proposal and the subsequent row, Louise feels that she should try and build some bridges. But Ray is in no mood for listening and makes it perfectly clear that he has taken Louise's words to heart. Diane serves up some words of wisdom to Louise, while Ashley tries the same tact with Ray. Their heart-to-hearts seem to do the trick and the couple finally sit down to talk through their problems – but will it mean wedding bells? Under pressure from Glynis, Eric begins to deceive Gloria and arranges a secret tryst. Their rendezvous is nearly rumbled but Rodney steps in to cover Eric's tracks.
Diane, Louise and Laurel are busy making plans for the “School Disco” at The Woolpack to mark their partnership. Louise's excitement is dented, however, when Ray reveals that he may have to miss the bash to finish some work. But as locals don their shorts and miniskirts to make the party go with a bang, Ray's true plans become clear. He stops the party in its tracks by making a grand arrival to present Louise with a licensee sign embossed with names of Louise Appleton and Diane Blackstock.
Despite wanting to spend precious time together with Andy, Katie is under pressure to show her face at Robert’s party to prove that she is still young and capable of enjoying herself. Andy is on hand to make sure she is okay but soon begins to worry about Katie being bullied when Maria makes barbed comments about Katie being pregnant and drinking. The young couple finally decide that enough is enough and leave the party to spend the evening alone and look forward to life when the baby is born. Back at the party, Robert makes targets Maria and leads her upstairs. Zak is planning another poaching trip and asks Marlon to deliver a bag of ice for his return.
Katie and Andy’s world is turned upside down when she becomes distressed and tells him that she thinks she is spotting blood. In a panic, Andy races to seek help from Cynthia. She is at work and it is Latisha who comes to their aid. She insists that they cannot wait for an ambulance to arrive and suggests it would be quicker if Cain drove them to the hospital. Doctors are on hand to see Katie quickly, where they are informed that Katie has suffered a miscarriage. Both Andy and Katie are distraught. Marlon and Tricia start making plans to move into Edith’s house after the funeral, but they are stunned when Gloria and Viv accuses them of using the old lady just to get her cottage.
After the miscarriage Katie is in a state of shock but has subconsciously suppressed her emotions and switched off her grief. But the pain is real for Andy as Jack finds him crying alone in his bedroom. After everything they’ve been through he feels helpless as he tearfully explains to his father he doesn’t know what to say to Katie. Having issued Marlon and Tricia with an outrageous bill for the building work at Edith’s house, Mack is beginning to throw his weight around. With the wedding looming, Marlon is concerned for his finances but is forced to admit he’ll pay up, even though it would leave him penniless and possibly wedding-less! Steph does her best to use her womanly charms to get Mack to back off, but he rebuffs her flirtation insisting he has a business to run!
Katie bravely decides she will go back to school, ignoring Brian’s pleas to stay at home and rest. Determined to get her life back on track, Katie struggles to put her miscarriage behind her but is grateful for the support she is receiving from fellow villagers. But when Andy hears that Katie has gone to school, he is furious with Brian for letting her go. Storming down to the school, she is horrified as he causes a scene in front of her friends, blurting out that she’s just had a miscarriage! Later, Andy tells Katie that he feels she is shutting him out and they can get over it together. She accuses him of being selfish and angrily tells him to give her some space. Steph and Tricia have been looking at wedding dresses, but Marlon puts a damper on things by telling her it’ll have be cheap, as they will be broke when they’ve paid off Mack!
With the church out of action after the fire, Ashley performs Edith’s funeral at the village hall. Tricia spots Elsie who later introduces herself as Edith's sister. Tricia and Marlon invite her to the pub for the wake. Seth begins to play the piano and Len sings along. Elsie is touched. She admits that she regrets falling out with Edith but is comforted by the support her friends have shown. After the wake, Tricia and Marlon stroll to their new house. They are alarmed to see the lights on. They look through the window and see Elsie. When Marlon asks her what she is doing there she insists it is her house.
Having consulted their solicitor, Marlon and Tricia are worried that they may lose the house. They both resolve to go and make Elsie see sense. They arrive and try to explain Edith’s plans for the house. Marlon attempts to remain optimistic about the house but his arguments are not convincing. Greg, the solicitor, tells them they could attempt to get the money back that they’ve spent by claiming to be contractors for Edith. However it looks as if they have lost and can’t pay Mack. Chris decides to try riding at Home Farm.
Marlon and Tricia won’t give up the fight, when Mack comes for his money they refuse to pay up suggesting he get his money from Elsie. This seems to go down well until it backfires when Elsie pays her own visit and berates Marlon for sending Mack round to threaten her. Marlon suggests they just pay Mack the money, but he is talked out of it as Zak and Cain claim Mack is guilty of extortion. There's a near confrontation when Mack and Syd go to visit Marlon and Tricia, they are surprised to find a sitting room full of Dingles. Realising they are outnumbered, they back off. Marlon's unnerved again as Steph flirts with him.
At a press conference, Eric gets an awful fright when he over hears Glynis telling Gloria all about the hotel where they did done the dirty. Having had enough of being Eric's bit on the side, she quietly threatens to make their affair public - leaving Eric trapped like a rabbit in the headlights. But that is not the only thing he has to worry about, a journalist is insistent on a demonstration of his life saving tactics. But Eric has no idea where to begin, as it was Gloria that gave Harry Partridge the kiss of life and they had lied for the publicity and things are not looking good.
Glynis is still making a pest of herself, making frequent calls to Eric throughout the day. As she lures him away for a dangerous liaison, she makes her desires clear but Eric is insistent that the harassment has to stop. But Glynis will not be dissuaded as she relays her threats about revealing their affair. Mack and Syd have pulled another dirty trick on Marlon in an attempt to get payment for the work on Edith's house - the local Environmental Health Inspector has had a tip off and is paying The Woolpack kitchen a surprise visit.
Eric admits to Rodney that he would be devastated if he lost Gloria over his affair with Glynis. When Rodney offers some re-assuring advice Eric is not so sure. Fearing the worst, he decides her has some grovelling do and begs Gloria to give their marriage a second chance. Eric thinks he is hearing things when she tells him to continue the affair. Confused by Gloria's strange logic, Eric refuses to go along with it but as the women run his life he realises he has little choice in the matter. Glynis has been fundamental to his campaign developments so far, and they cannot afford to lose her help.
Marlon, Tricia and Steph attend the wedding fair. Tricia and Steph look forward to seeing the beautiful dresses on the catwalk, but deep down both Marlon and Tricia are worried that their wedding plans are last minute and will they have time to prepare everything? As the grooms walk down the catwalk, Steph hints how handsome Marlon will look leaving him feeling uncomfortable. She gives him a kiss on the cheek followed by a knowing smile when Tricia isn't looking. He is concerned that there might be something about Steph that Tricia isn't telling him.
Marlon is increasingly horrified about Steph's flirtatious motives. While Tricia is busy chatting to Louise she gives Marlon a squeeze, witnessed by Bob who notes Marlon's discomfort. Marlon and Alan discuss Tricia and Steph. Alan admits that he is pleased that they went to the wedding fair together. Marlon doesn't share his confidence. Still curious to find out what caused their rift, Marlon asks Tricia again the cause of her dispute with her mother. But Tricia fobs him off with a lame excuse and Marlon is convinced she is lying.
Having decided to sell the pram, Katie is busy cleaning it to make sure it is fit for the next mother and child. Andy is still worried by her numbness to the miscarriage. Later, as the kids play rounders, she notices Andy selling the pram and seeing him give away what was supposed to be a part of their life triggers her deep set grief. As Robert shouts at her for missing an easy catch, she is suddenly unable to control herself and breaks down, having suppressed all her emotions for so long. Andy sends the others away and speaks to Katie, who admits she doesn't know what to do with herself since the miscarriage.
Katie has decided to take a few days off school and wants to spend some time with Andy. Brian is relieved that she has decided to stay at home and gives them some money to treat themselves. As they take a romantic walk, they come across a wishing well and both make a wish. They discuss the lengths that they had gone to, to be together and the effect the baby would have had on them if it were born. Katie realises she was not ready for that kind of responsibility.
It's the morning after Zoe's distressing turn and she arrives at the doctors fearing the worst. She is sick with nerves before she goes, and has packed an overnight bag as she is convinced she will be readmitted. After several tests the doctor asks Zoe back into his surgery on her own. Chris and Charity wait patiently outside as Zoe enters bracing herself for bad news. But nothing could prepare Zoe for the doctors diagnosis. She is beside herself with disbelief, claiming it to be impossible. Andy can't believe his luck that Katie has agreed to marry him.
Zoe is struggling to come to terms with the news that she is pregnant, as she has no recollection of how she may have conceived. Being a lesbian the revelation seems completely impossible. She questions the doctor's diagnosis, wondering whether it could be side effects of the medication she has been prescribed. Wanting a second opinion, Zoe does a home pregnancy test, but it confirms her worst fears which escalate as she is convinced she must have been raped. When Chris and Charity tell her she went missing for a few days in the height of her illness, Zoe can't remember a thing.
Marlon has finished the cake and he and Tricia look forward to the wedding rehearsal. But to throw a spanner in the works Bernice phones Tricia to say she is too ill to travel up and be a bridesmaid, so Ashley suggests Emily. As Emily accepts the role of bridesmaid, Marlon is horrified when Tricia proceeds to ask Steph to be her Maid of Honour. Marlon turns the conversation to the stag night. He and Paddy are worried that the Dingle stag rituals will go too far. He doesn't want to end up abandoned in Scotland, but knows Zak and the rest of the clan wont let him get off lightly.
Worried about the prospects of not being paid for the work they had done on Edith's cottage, Mack and Syd come up with an ingenious plan to get even with Marlon and Tricia. The cowboy builders pick the lock to The Woolpack and they find what they are after - the soon-to-be bride and groom's precious wedding cake. Marlon is horrified to realise the cake's been stolen, in its place is a plastic bride and groom with a ransom note from Mack demanding £7000. But when Marlon calls his bluff, Mack explains menacingly that the cake is only the start. Will the happy couple be forced to pay up, jeopardising their wedding?
Having paid Mack's ransom to save their wedding, Marlon and Tricia are distraught. Now penniless, they contemplate cancelling their big day all together, as they can't afford a decent reception. They reflect on how they had envisioned The Woolpack to look on their big day, now they'll be lucky to afford a few balloons and a party popper. True to form, Lisa does her best to cheer them up, stressing they'll all rally round to make the wedding work. Zak is insistent the wedding take place as he has invested time and money into organising a Dingle stag-night extravaganza. Marlon is more than a little apprehensive as the evening unfolds and the party gets under way.
It's the morning after the night before and a very hung over Marlon can't remember much. He certainly doesn't know that Paddy and Emily witnessed his steamy encounter with Steph. But as his memory comes flooding back, Marlon turns to Paddy who confirms his worst fears. Meanwhile, Tricia's hen night is proving to be a raging success as the ladies pile out of their limo into the bars of Leeds. As the drinks flow, Steph is having difficulty controlling her jealousy as the women congratulate Tricia on how wonderful Marlon is.
It's the day of the wedding and over the course of the morning the village buzzes with excitement as the residents busy themselves with the final preparations. Steph and Marlon both appear pre-occupied - but nobody suspects their secret and put it down to last minute nerves. But the trouble doesn't end there as Paddy encourages a despondent Marlon to open up. He reveals that Steph declared her love for him and fears that Steph may tell Tricia. Bubbling with excitement, the girls gather to get the bride to the church on time - but they hadn't planned for Latisha to accidentally get chewing gum stuck in Tricia's hair.
Despite his best efforts the previous day, it is clear to Marlon that Steph has not taken the hint. In fact things have taken a turn for the worse and she is now threatening to blackmail him. Marlon decides to play his trump card and asks Alan for help. All hell breaks loose as Alan berates Steph over her obsessive behaviour - it is obviously isn't the first time this has happened. After a few home truths are aired, Alan tells Steph she should move out of the village and demands she leaves the B&B. But Marlon's dilemma isn't over yet. Steph has the cheek to land on his and Tricia's doorstep asking for a bed for the night.
Zoe is due to attend the abortion clinic today and is feeling particularly vulnerable. As Joseph throws his arms around her she is reminded of her maternal feelings, making it difficult to leave Home Farm. Unbeknown to Zoe, rumours still seem to be centred on Charity being pregnant. Overhearing the idle gossip, Chloe tries to put a stop to the Chinese whispers insisting it isn’t Charity that is pregnant. Village busy bodies Betty and Viv are in their element as they speculate that it must be Zoe. Later at the clinic, Zoe waits alone for her operation.
Zoe is troubled as she comes to terms with still being pregnant. Chris refuses to accept her decision, convinced she's making a mistake. Zoe doesn’t deny she’d rather not be pregnant but believes a termination would be wrong. Seeking a friendly face, she goes to see Ashley, leaving Chris frustrated. He debates taking power of attorney over Zoe to force her to have the abortion and reiterates his doubts about her capacity to make her own decisions. Charity is troubled by Chris's determination to take the matter into his own hands. Ashley is relieved that Zoe is still pregnant assuming her religious beliefs contributed to the decision.
Eric summons strength and attempts to tell Glynis the relationship is over. The consequences are disastrous for Eric as hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Angry Glynis loudly reveals she and Eric have been having an affair behind Gloria’s back to the whole Woolpack. Gloria, who knew about the affair and gave it her consent, feigns shock and slaps Eric. But Gloria is furious for a different reason and explains the slap was for ending the affair not having it. Glynis has been instrumental to their political campaign and with out her on side they might as well give up.
A row ensues between Eric and Gloria over who is to blame for their failing campaign. Accepting his decision to end the affair probably means the end of his political career, Eric asserts all that matters is the love he feels for Gloria. Later at a press conference, Eric steels himself to make a statement to the village and reporters. Gloria holds her head high as Eric guiltily announces his terrible mistake and announces the end of his campaign to be an MP, but that he will continue as mayor. Although Gloria's name has been dragged through mud, she announces that she’ll stand by her man.
Gloria assures Eric she is up to the challenge of standing for parliament and informs him of plans to cash in on the publicity they have received. Finding himself suddenly out of the picture, Eric is miffed as all the attention shifts to Gloria. Wasting no time Gloria gets canvassing underway, tackling the locals first. Eric reflects on how much his affair has cost him. Now out of the running for MP, he is still content as he still has Gloria. At the press conference Gloria is subjected to a barrage of questions. But she appears to be a natural and does well against the opposition despite some hefty digs.
As Gloria prepares for her first visit to the Town Hall as a prospective candidate, Eric can’t help but think he is being forced to play second fiddle. He quickly notes the gathered press and wonders how they knew he would be there. Gloria, as smooth as ever, turns the press to her advantage and does a deal for a positive magazine article. She doesn’t realise, however, that the press always like two sides to every story. As she busies herself with the job in hand, the reporter gleans some damaging information about Gloria – from an over enthusiastic Betty armed with a megaphone.
Paddy’s concerns over fostering deepen when Katie delivers an injured cat to the surgery. It's evident that it is the victim of a childish attack. His frustration grows when he challenges Danny and Robert about playing football on the street, only for them to cheek him back and shoot him down in flames. It all becomes too much for him and he eventually tells Emily about his worries. But she isn’t as sympathetic as he hoped and demands to know why he hasn’t mentioned his fears before. With all the talk of Paddy and Emily going away on holiday, Lisa raises the subject of a second honeymoon to Zak.
Cain simmers with jealousy as he once again spies Angie and Syd in a passionate embrace. It's more than he can take and he sets about plotting his downfall. Turning to Ray, Cain hints that Syd has been flirting with Louise and suggests he isn’t the best employee that Ray could find. Ray takes the suggestion on board and fires a veiled threat in Syd's direction. But Cain and Zak have even bigger plans for Syd and, while he is distracted, they steal his van and take it to a deserted field. They then systematically strip it down, bit by bit, with the intention of selling it for scrap to pay for Zak's second honeymoon.
The Dingles revel in Syd’s heartache as he surveys their handiwork on Mack’s van. Knowing exactly who is responsible for the damage, Syd begs Angie to exert some police pressure on the culprits. But trouble is soon brewing when Syd comes face to face with Cain and Zak in The Woolpack. Syd is prepared for a one-man war with the entire Dingle clan, but Angie warns against it. Meanwhile, a stranger spooks Lisa at home. Is it the Peeping Tom – or does the visitor have another reason to scare the Dingles? Ray tries to make amends for his behaviour to Louise after his reaction to the flowers.
Zak is firmly in Lisa’s bad-books and has spent the night on the sofa. She tells him in no uncertain terms that their second honeymoon is off as a result of his underhand activities. With his back against the wall, Zak goes cap in hand to Charity in a bid to get his old job back. She is in no mood for listening until Zak tells her that he is doing it for Lisa and not himself. Charity soon lives up to her name and offers to foot the cost of the second honeymoon herself – until he can pay her back. As Gloria prepares to lap up the glory of her article in Horse and House magazine, the reality is about to knock her sideways.
The press have been hounding Gloria, keen to dig some more dirt on her drink problem and attempted suicide. Playing them at their own game she offers to strike up a deal in return for them burying the story. True to form Gloria has a master plan. Bribery is the name of the game -in return for ditching the dirt on her, something far juicer must be unearthed and Ledbetter is the perfect victim. Eric is perplexed on how they are going to achieve their smear campaign until Gloria tells him he is going to break into Ledbetter's office and steal the evidence they need to ruin him.
Gloria is upbeat predicting future opinion polls after Ledbetter has been discredited. As they reach Farrers Barn, Gloria reveals she purposely forgot her keys to test Eric's lock picking skills. Mack gives them a few tips, but doesn't notice how intently Eric is listening. Eric sports his burglar outfit and has made his way to the town hall, he is nervous as he spots a security guard. Adrenaline fuelled he flexes several credit cards outside Ledbetter's office and manages to get in without being caught. But he gets a fright once in the office as his mobile rings, it is Gloria checking up on his progress.
After his successful stint as a cat burglar, Eric is now content that they have the information they need to get rid of the opposition for good. With Ledbetter out of the equation Gloria's campaign is sure to take her on a fast track to Westminster. They hand the incriminating information over to Geoff, who in turn promises to bury the scandal on Gloria. She is so thrilled at the prospect of ruining the competition she offers all the factory workers bonuses, much to Latisha, Sam and Laurel's delight.
Zoe asks Scott if he can drive her to her ante-natal class as she is meeting Ashley there. Scott is anxious but can't think of an excuse, so agrees. The midwife refers to Ashley as the father of the baby, but Zoe snaps and denies he is, leaving Ashley embarrassed. Zoe flippantly reveals she's a lesbian and doesn't know who the father is, as she conceived when she was experiencing a psychotic episode. Scott is uncomfortable as Zoe talks about the class and recalls the look on the midwife's face when she told her Ashley wasn't the father. Scott feels like he's skating on thin ice, wondering if her memory will come flooding back.
Scott and Syd have been out on the town, but despite all attempts to drown his sorrows and take his mind of Zoe, Scott can't get over his dilemma. Having sobered up he is quick to turf out his conquest from the night before. Meanwhile, at the Vets Surgery, Rhona has called in sick, leaving Zoe worried as she will have to cope on her own. As the surgery is full, Zoe is rushed off her feet when Scott turns up to drive her on her rounds. Under pressure she snaps at him and sends him away. Edna tests Zoe's patience further when she refuses to let Zoe look at Tootsie who is ill, questioning her diagnosis.
Steph is being her usual scheming self and has come up with a Christmas scam to fund her festive season. Unknown to Viv she has been pilfering food and drink from the village shop, arranging them neatly into hampers to sell. She pitches her new business interest to Viv who sees the opportunity to rival The Woolpack as a perfect way to get Diane's back up and pinch her customers. Little does Viv know all the stock so far has come directly from her shelves. They decide to toast their new partnership and crack open the champagne.
Angie and Syd's new found relationship has had a profound effect on Cain, he is determined to take matters in to his own hands and throw a spanner in the works. But his first attempts to make his presence felt do not have the desired effect, as Syd only appeared to be mildly shaken, when Cain asserts his authority. Later Syd leaves the pub to go back to the Reynolds, he is suddenly aware that he is begin followed. His pace quicken as he realises it is Cain. When Syd arrives at the Reynolds, Cain jumps him from behind.
Angie has been trying desperately to get hold of Syd but to no avail. He has made himself very scarce and is not turning on his phone. It is clear he is petrified of Cain. When she comes across Cain, she wonders why he looks like the cat who's got the cream, she doesn't realise his smugness is due to his success in scaring Syd off! When Syd finally shows his face at the Reynolds, Angie can't believe her ears, as she expects an apology for disappearing but gets dumped instead! Latisha is angry with Cain for standing her up the night before - he had promised to take her out but not come home at all.
Angie hasn't taken the break up with Syd well, she didn't go to work last night! Marc is alone at the Reynolds when Syd turns up to get together his belongings. Caught on the hop, Syd is forced to explain to Marc about the break-up. He feels guilty that he has had to face the music. Collins teases Angie about not turning up to work, questioning whether it was her toy boy giving her trouble - her reaction says it all. He knows he has one over on her and attempts to make a pass at her - insisting if she plays along, he won't tell her superiors! Angie is furious and throws coffee on him.
Latisha is sick of Cain’s erratic behaviour and is looking for some answers but Cain refuses to explain. Sam is caught on the hop when the TV license officer visits to tell him they have not got a license. He covers and confounds them with his own confused logic. They commit to returning when a responsible adult is in the house and he hides the TV. But Sam being Sam only manages to drop the TV down the stairs in front of the officers and Cain, who is furious when they decide to prosecute. Cain is so angry he takes his pent up aggression out on Latisha and tells her to leave for good!
Marc is shocked to discover his mum, Angie, slumped on the sofa where she has been all night. The telltale signs of her real problem lies at her side – an empty bottle of wine. Concerned for their mum, Ollie and Marc argue over whether or not they should tell her that Sean is to marry Tara. How will she react when she accidentally overhears the news? Venturing out into the real world only for more booze, Angie is alarmed when Cain follows her. Keen to avoid conflict, Angie tells him to back off and leave her alone. Cain isn’t the only one pursuing her, though, and Angie finds herself being confronted by Latisha on her own doorstep.
Angie is living dangerously – after all the heartache that Cain has caused her family, she still cannot resist the sense of danger that he exudes. The morning after the night before, Angie is appalled by her actions – she finds herself filled with conflicting emotions and cannot help feeling drawn to him. But when Cain leaves, the reality of what she has done begins to sink in. And when Ollie rings and leave a message on her answer phone, Angie is brought firmly back to earth. On Cain's return Angie desperately to tell him that their night of passion was strictly a one off. However, he steadfastly refuses to lose Angie a second time and tries to persuade her to reconsider.
Angie is forced to finally admit that she can’t live without Cain – but realises that they can never have a future together in the village. Cain is stunned by her sudden impetuosity, and even more surprised by Angie's plan to escape. She reveals that she is prepared to cross the line and turn crooked so that the pair of them can escape to a happier future together. Angie eagerly tells him about inside information she has on how the Tate Haulage yard works and how they can use it to their advantage. They then set about planning the perfect robbery – Angie will help Cain steal a Tate van and sell the valuable load to set them up for life!
Cain and Angie put the finishing touches to their heist plan and Cain is excited about the thought of finally being able to start a life with the love of his life. As dark falls, Cain sneaks into the haulage yard and hotwires a loaded van. But as he makes his way to the gates – things start to go wrong. Angie is there waiting for him – but the gates are locked and the key he has won’t open the lock. In a panic, he smashes through the gates and speeds off into the darkness, with Angie close behind. He drives erratically in a bid to make a quick escape. With Angie close behind, he is sure that they can make a getaway.
Cain is numb with pain after the death of Angie. He wanders around the house in a daze – unable to comprehend the horror that has gone before. He soon snaps out of it, however, when he notices that there is a police car outside. Cain and Zak react with horror – for very different reasons. But the police car is visiting the Reynolds and not the Dingles, and Cain watches as Marc and Ollie return home to be greeted by the police bearing the grim news of the tragedy that unfolded in their absence. Wracked with guilt, Cain is uncomfortable as Zak tries to talk to him about Angie's death.
Gloria and Eric busy themselves with last minute canvassing ahead of the Election Polls closing. Eric is under instructions to do everything in his power to help Gloria's chances and ferries pensioners to the polling station to secure their vote. But despite his best efforts, Pollard can’t ignore the fact that if Gloria does win, he may well end up losing the woman he loves. As the polls close and the count gets under way, will they have done enough to sweep Gloria to power? As Jack opens his birthday presents, he becomes suspicious when the kids reveal that he has one more big surprise to come.
It's a tense time for Gloria as she awaits the result of the election recount – will it go her way. But she is more than a little putout when she realises that Eric is seemingly quite happy for her to lose. It is only when Eric spells out that he is scared of losing her too, that the penny finally drops and they reassess the importance of their marriage. As the outcome of the re-count is announced, Gloria steps forward – but is it as a winner or loser? Mack is furious at Ray’s refusal to pay his bonus, but takes satisfaction from the knowledge of what he did in his and Louise’s house while they were away.
Paddy and Emily return from their honeymoon – eagerly hoping for news from the fostering agency. And while they have resigned themselves to the fact that it may not be the news they hoped for, they haven’t given up all hope. But will they be looking forward to the arrival of foster children or will they have failed to meet the agency's strict requirements? There is definitely no good news for Louise and she becomes increasingly spooked by yet more disturbing text messages. Things then taken a sinister turn when all the beer mats with her calendar pictures on start to vanish.
Having just arrived back from their holiday, Louise has almost forgotten her nightmare of being stalked when the cryptic text messages begin again. Ray tries to convince her to stay at home, but she is determined to act as normal as possible. Despite pulling a brave face, the bombardment of unwanted attention is having its toll. But the arrival of flowers at The Woolpack with a chilling message does nothing to calm her nerves. She fears the stalker could be any man in the village. Ray does his best to hide his boiling jealousy and tries to be patient and comforting.
On his way back from buying Louise a new mobile phone, Ray spots Terry and, convinced that he is the sinister stalker, threatens him to stay out of her life. Mill Cottage, meanwhile, is fast turning into a fortress. Fresh on the heels of the police's visit the previous evening, workmen are busy changing locks in a bid to make Louise feel more secure. Terry tries to quiz her about the visit from the boys in blue, but she is clearly uneasy in his company. And her fears prove founded when Diane reveals to Louise that she has found a screwed up picture of her in Terry's bin.
Ray is furious at the police's lack of action towards Terry but heeds Louise's warning not to go taking the law into his own hands. He insists, however, that his restraint will be sorely tested if the messages and gifts continue to arrive. Diane is shocked to think that Terry could be the stalker, but has to admit that it all fits into place – particularly as the messages have seemingly stopped since the police visited him. Finally coming round to Louise's way of thinking, Diane feels she has no choice but to let Terry know of her suspicions and admit that she doesn't want him living under the same roof as her.
Having been ostracised from The Woolpack, Terry is glad that Viv has offered him some temporary accommodation. Uncharacteristically, Viv has given him the benefit of doubt over the stalking allegations - although she is revelling in all the speculation. On her return to Mill Cottage, Louise finds a funeral wreath has been delivered. As she reads the message, a torn up photo of her falls out. She pieces the photo together only to reveal it spells out a chilling message.
Edna is intrigued to find the identity of her new neighbour. As she sees the ‘To Let’ sign being removed, she collars the estate agent demanding some answers. Fearing a troublesome family could move in, Edna's mind is put to rest when she is told that an elderly gentleman has taken up the lease. Determined to get off on the right foot, she bakes a cake and takes Laurel round for a nosy. But Edna gets more than she bargained for when her archenemy, Jarvis answers the door and thanks her for the cake!
Louise’s theory about the stalker's identity is fuelled when Syd lets it slip that Mack had invited women to stay at Mill Cottage while she and Ray were away. She is horrified to think of strangers in her bed and sees this as confirmation that he is the stalker. Ray comes home to find Louise hysterically stripping their bed linen. Ray is incensed when he hears what Mack has done and insists they must call the police. There is bad news for Zak when Shadrach turns up out of the blue at the Dinlges. He greets Zak warmly, but it is obvious something is wrong.
After a pleasant day out with Ray, Louise comes face to face with Mack in the village. Determined to defend his name Mack approaches Louise, who finds herself paralysed with fear. Fortunately for Louise, Ray is close by and quickly rushes to her defence. A confrontation breaks out and Ray can no longer restrain himself. He gets physical with Mack – but soon starts regretting it and leaves Louise more vulnerable than ever. Home alone, Louise locks the door – unaware that Terry is lurking outside in the darkness with his eye on Mill Cottage!
Bob notes Terry has been missing all night, but on questioning his whereabouts, Bob isn’t convinced by Terry's response. Later that morning, Louise is overcome with relief as Ray returns after a night in jail. She is glad to have him home and warns him not to lose his rag again – she desperately needs him close by. But even with Ray back home, the nightmare is far from over. The stalker kindly reminds Louise he is not backing down and delivers a sinister Christmas present to her door – a decapitated doll.
Louise is at breaking point - she can no longer take the stalker's bombardment and extreme paranoia is setting in. She sees several men going about their business. They all seem oblivious to the nightmare she is enduring, but she knows in her heart that anyone of them could be responsible for her misery. Ray is angry that Louise has risked her life in confronting Mack, he suggests they move away from Emmerdale and leave their troubles behind. But Louise has too much to lose and is determined not to be driven out of the village she once loved. Tension mounts ahead of the tea dance as the villagers practice their routines in time for the competition. Edna is having a frustrating time, though, and discovers that Len has two left feet. Len is ready to throw the towel in and give up, until Jarvis steps in to lend a helping hand. After a turbulent couple of days, Paddy and Emily bid a deflated good bye to the two foster children.
Louise’s nightmare continues when she discovers that the stalker is getting more and more personal. A photograph of her, taken in the village, is delivered to The Woolpack and acts as a stark reminder of just how vulnerable she is. Ray’s anger reaches fever pitch and, desperate to protect Louise from any further abuse, he insists that they should move abroad to escape the fiend. Eric can’t help but feel that his life has stalled since he started playing a distinct second fiddle to Gloria and her political career.
In a bid to resolve his differences with Gloria, Eric arrives in London and makes a beeline for Westminster. Within minutes of tracking her down, though, he soon realises that she is way out of her depth. Gloria's secretaries are calling the shots and it's obvious that she is in dire need of help in preparing her maiden Parliamentary speech. And his concern deepens when they take a coffee break and he notices that Gloria's includes a healthy dose of rum! But can Eric get her back on track and steer her away from a disastrous debut in Parliament? It's a black day back in Emmerdale as Angie is finally laid to rest.
Still troubled by the thought of his dying father and with Lisa’s words ringing in his ears, Zak finally decides the time has come to face his past and visit him. But he isn’t prepared for the sight that greets him when he arrives at the hospital. Jed is weak and decrepit - almost beyond recognition. Upon seeing his son, Jed mumbles about the Dingle inheritance being hidden in South America and insists that Zak should head for Santiago and retrieve the family fortune. Zak is saddened that his father has been reduced to a frail fantasist and reluctantly returns home. Latisha and Jason are busying themselves with plans for a new life in Lisbon. He even offers to take the whole Daggert clan with them - knowing that it will make it easier for Latisha to leave.
Lisa is increasingly worried about the Dingle debts spiralling out of control – but Zak’s mind is elsewhere as Shadrach delivers the sad news that their father has passed away. Having led a fairly simple life, he hasn’t left much behind. But that doesn’t stop Sam dreaming up a wild fantasy of a hidden fortune when he unearths a key to a bank box in Jed’s belongings. With little to keep her in Emmerdale now that she has split from Cain, Latisha mulls over the chance of a new life in Lisbon. And her mind is made up for her when a brooding Cain picks a fight with Jason. Cynthia is happy that Latisha has made a sensible decision for once and hopes that having a mother in tow won’t cramp her style.
The shock of reading her own obituary is still fresh in Louise’s mind and Ray feels increasingly unable to protect her any more. Feeling more vulnerable than ever, she starts to seriously consider the idea of escaping the village for good in a bid to find a safe haven away from the stalker. But before the idea can take shape, Louise is spooked when Rodney makes a surprise visit to Mill Cottage. Disturbed by his manner, she flees out of the backdoor and races to the village – realising that he too could be her stalker!
Having been forced out of the village she loves by her stalker, Louise is eager to leave as soon as possible. And given the misery that she has suffered in Emmerdale, nowhere is far enough away. The last place she was at peace was on holiday in Tuscany – a new life there seems a great option. Ray tells Louise he has booked flights for Christmas Day, and she is relieved that the ordeal will soon be over. Diane is saddened to lose a good friend and business partner under such tragic circumstances. But Louise stands firm, explaining that she can’t bear to spend the rest of her life looking over her shoulder.
Louise is wracked with guilt about leaving Diane in the lurch over the festive period - but as the nightmare continues, nothing could convince her to stay. Meanwhile, Terry lurches from one temporary home to another. After being given his marching orders by Bob, Terry is relieved when Alan agrees to put a roof over his head. He still can’t resist Louise, however, and after spotting her in the street, he decides to confront her about her decision to leave Emmerdale. But his actions just spook her further and, as she makes to run away, he reaches out to grab hold of her to stop her fleeing. Outside The Woolpack, her struggles are witnessed and Donna promptly calls the police, while passers-by free Louise from Terry's clutches.
Ray and Louise enjoy Christmas morning – both unaware of the nightmare that is about to unfold. Ray is keen for them to leave their troubles behind. He wants to get away from the village as soon as possible. Louise agrees and packs. She later calls into the pub to say her sad goodbyes to Diane. Terry is heartbroken. The woman of his dreams is leaving his life forever. As Louise leaves The Woolpack, she jumps in the car with Ray. But as they drive away from the pub, Louise soon realises that she is in the hands of the stalker! Louise panics – desperate to get away from the maniac.
Louise is terrified that a battered and bloodied Ray is now in her house threatening her. She tries to distract Ray by questioning why he hounded her. But Louise has come this far and is determined to end her nightmare once and for all. She summons all her courage to face her enemy - the result is fatal. Nothing could prepare Louise for the horror she feels when she realises she has killed Ray. Although she is overwhelmed with guilt, the feeling of relief is greater. Louise's saviour finally arrives at Mill Cottage. She is exasperated as she confides in him what has happened.
Ray’s death sends shockwaves through the village and Emmerdale is awash with policemen as the boys in blue cordon off Mill Cottage. Crowds of locals quickly gather to watch and speculate as to how they spent their final hours. Louise is feeling alone and vulnerable and the blood drains from Louise's face as the police ask her to accompany them to the police station for questioning. She reluctantly agrees – convinced they can see straight through her façade. Zak finally plucks up the courage to tell Lisa he is going to go in search of Jed’s lost fortune, but she brushes it off as merely a joke.
The police presence in the village shows no signs of abating - but their door to door inquiries are only hindering the investigation as it becomes apparent that there is a lot of alcohol fuelled confusion over people's movements on Christmas Day. Louise is starting to feel the heat, though, and it is surely only a matter of time before the net closes in on her and the pressure to confess becomes unbearable. She anxiously awaits the results of the forensic tests – but they prove to be far from helpful. The penny finally drops for Lisa and she realises that Zak really does intend to leave the family in search of Jed’s hidden loot.
Lisa is angry and unsympathetic as Zak tries to explain that finding Jed's long lost loot is their only chance to put an end to the Dingle debts. Tossing his argument aside, she frantically tries to make him see sense as he continues to pack his bags. In a last ditch effort to keep the family together, Lisa even gets physical with Zak, but it's all to no avail. Sam is convinced that he is to join Zak on his big adventure and happily talks of his pending adventure as he joins revellers at the pub. Little does he realise that Zak plans to go it alone and is happy for him to be out of the way so that he can leave without causing him any pain.
2022
There's a war between two families.
Nate and Moira worry about Cain.
Cain holds his nerve.
Billy and Dawn share their news.
Cain flies off the handle.
Jai suggests that Priya should ask Leyla if she can go back to work.
Vinny is left terrified.
Liam's concerns about Meena grow.
Tracy's heart is pulled in two.
Meena continues to terrorise. Jai is troubled. Noah confides in Amelia...
Lives are in danger. Tracy makes a decision. Jai is left crestfallen...
The villagers are left feeling shocked.
Chloe hooks back up with Noah.
Billy and Dawn fall out.
Dawn broods about yesterday's events.
Cain and Mackenzie head off to meet Gavin.
Al makes a promise.
Chas disowns Cain. Ryan ignores a phone call. Mackenzie is jealous.
Ryan gets bad news. Reality hits for Chas and Paddy. Vinny is distraught on behalf of Liv.
Ellis and Belle struggle to get time alone. Mackenzie blurts some news. Manpreet's shocked.
Mack makes a rash move. Liv has some news. Vinny panics that Aaron's absence will set Liv back.
Billy is angry. The day of the hearing arrives. Leyla wants to help Jacob.
Billy is keen to make amends. Dawn poses on social media. Meena seethes.
Manpreet struggles. Wedding plans are afoot. The day of Irene's funeral arrives.
Rhona panics on receiving a letter. Priya lashes out. Will tries to help Kim.
Ryan offers to help Rhona. Dawn needs a venue. Kim picks up an auction catalogue.
Chas is heartbroken. Ryan tracks down Marcus. Vanessa is deceitful.
The Woolpack is auctioned. Rhona is floored to see Marcus. Kim's onto something.
Who has bought the Woolpack? Cain expresses his anger. Laurel tries to help.
Rhona gets some news. Kim announces some news affecting the villagers. Al suggests that he and Kerry get a place together.
Cain is furious Al is moving in with Kyle. Jai rocks the boat. Ellis dreads breaking some news to Belle.
Jai tries to bluff his way out. Al continues his mission against Cain. Dawn is being followed.
Dawn is being watched from a distance. Al gives Kyle his old phone. Mandy gives Amelia a makeover.
Dawn is excited for her dress fitting. Cain's rage boils over. Samson is upset by Sam's reaction.
Dawn is prepared to fight for her life. Cain's temper gets the better of him. Samson is back on form.
Leyla puts in a call for Dawn. Cain is devastated. Laurel utters some tough words.
It's Billy and Dawn's wedding day. Vinny's excited. Moira tries to get through to Cain.
Dawn and Billy are in danger. Will's increasingly concerned. Chas is determined.
The danger for Billy and Dawn intensifies. Chas tries her best to get through to Cain. Vinny's left disappointed.
The police arrive. Manpreet is shell shocked. Vinny has an emotional day.
Mandy tries to get Vinny to forget. There's a shock in the village. The police begin their questioning.
The villagers are left shaken after recent events. Kerry's proud of Amy. Charles tries to share his positivity.
Liv's excited by Vinny's news. Rhona's uneasy about telling Marlon the full story. Mandy's in the dark.
Vinny and Liv conceal their doubts. Chloe's torn. Bob makes Marlon an offer.
Liv and Vinny make a big decision. Noah angrily confronts Jacob. Rhona feels guilty.
The Dingles work it out. Rhona has a shock. Amelia makes an offer.
Rhona tries to cover. Chloe makes an apology. Charles is conflicted.
Rhona manages to makes things worse, and Marlon ends up offending Bob.
Rhona comes clean. Marlon is devastated. Charles makes a decision.
Ethan is encouraged. Charles holds his first support group. Jai's wracked with guilt.
The support group find out some shocking information. Rhona has a plan. Kim has a proposal for Jai.
Charles tries to explain himself. Manpreet gets a shock. Jai has a decision to make.
Manpreet visits Meena. Charity and Chas are still not seeing eye to eye. Rhona is shocked when her mum arrives out of the blue.
Mandy is devastated. Charity discovers Chas' plan. The police arrive.
Chas makes a suggestion. Mackenzie and Pollard do their best to sabotage each other's events. Manpreet fears the worst.
The Woolpack reopens. Chas and Charity are at loggerheads. Vinny and Liv are worried about Mandy.
Jai struggles with his ego. Billy and Dawn arrive home from their honeymoon. Rhona is frustrated.
Billy takes steps to secure his family. Noah flirts with an over-enamoured Amelia. Chloe turns her attention to Jacob.
Dawn has a decision to make. Samson's crush on Amelia deepens. Noah plans to use Amelia to make Chloe jealous.
Dawn's under immense pressure. Manpreet puts on a brave face. Amelia is left embarrassed.
Anticipation builds for Meena's plea hearing. Marlon offers Billy some fatherly advice. Manpreet suffers a panic attack.
Concern surrounding Manpreet grows. Rhona and Mary experience a rare moment of tenderness. Ethan and Marcus get to know more about each other.
Rhona and Marlon simultaneously put their plans in motion and propose at the same time. One moment changes Marlon's life. April acts fast
The Dingles bond. Sam and Lydia encourage Charity to make amends. Jai is eager to support Laurel in whatever capacity he can
Rhona anxiously waits. Laurel is left feeling guilty. Vanessa reassures Charity
Lydia delivers Chas some tough love. Jai believes there is hope for him and Laurel. Sparks fly during Ethan and Marcus' lunch.
Rhona is overwhelmed. Ethan and Marcus enjoy each other's company. Jai is humiliated
Marlon and Rhona struggle in the aftermath of his stroke. In a playful attempt to get over Mack, Charity pretends to flirt with the Drayman. Bob gives Laurel food for thought.
Paddy buckles under pressure. Moira refuses to give Charity a second chance. Laurel gives in to her feelings.
Mary worries Rhona's putting too much pressure on herself. Moira seethes at Charity. Cathy lies that she's in a relationship with Samson.
Moira's determined to avenge her brother. Samson cruelly crushes an embarrassed Cathy. Mandy reflects on her would-be wedding a year ago today.
Manpreet reconsiders her stance on testifying. Nate tries to rope Ryan into a pub session. Moira's dismayed.
Meena puts on a show in court. Kim is thrilled she has convinced Hazel to bring Millie to the christening. Moira is concerned about Nate's wellbeing
Manpreet braces herself for the defence's interrogation. Kim is suspicious of Hazel's intentions. Vanessa is secretly pleased to have secured a dinner with Suzy.
Manpreet and Wendy are worried about taking the stand. Gabby has a surprise for Kim. Nate tries to dodge Chloe's attempts to spend more time together.
The day of the long-awaited christening finally arrives, but soon Gabby has a shock. Al pays a little too much attention to Belle's ideas. A foul-tempered Nate snaps at Chloe.
Gabby and Dawn make a discovery. Meena is delighted. Al is left feeling slightly guilty.
It's the start of Meena's trial. Liam gives evidence. A guilty Rhona lies to April.
Manpreet's determined to destroy her sister in court. April gets her wish. Rhona is moved to tears.
Excited Meena rehearses in her cell. Rhona bottles her emotions to stay strong for her family. Belle is hopeful for a new future.
Tension in court. Al and Belle agree to a partnership. Marlon makes some progress.
The shocking events of yesterday's trial hit the morning news. Leyla is hiding something. Paddy's got a plan up his sleeve.
Noah does Chloe a favour. Rhona is grateful to Paddy. Chas warns Belle against Al.
Mary confides her fears in Faith. Rhona is appalled by a suggestion. Kerry gets suspicious.
Al and Priya reminisce. Vanessa's date plans flounder. Dan is concerned about Amelia.
Kerry confronts Al and Belle. Kim gives Jai a tough task. Chloe gets a better offer.
Kerry confronts Al and Belle. Kim gives Jai a tough task. Chloe gets a better offer
The kids prepare to welcome Marlon home. Kim is stunned by Jai's reaction, and Amelia is narked when Kerry jokes.
Jai and Laurel are hopeful. Marlon starts choking and April is terrified, while things are moving fast for Marcus and Ethan.
hona plays mediator between a tearful April and Marlon. Jai is on top of the world, but for how long? Ethan and Marcus toast a successful day.
Ethan is given his most difficult and controversial case. Jai is determined to win Laurel round but his day goes awry, and Noah shows his sly colours.
Ethan's day goes from bad to worse. Kim gets tough, and Marlon is worried about family finances.
Rhona is excited to be back at work. Ethan feels the pressure of his case. Leyla shows support for Jai.
A trip out for Marlon ends in disaster. Noah has got a new toy. Faith is still desperate to build bridges with Cain and Chas has an idea.
Noah is underhand. Rhona is heartbroken by a step backwards. Faith has a plan.
Gabby panics to find no sign of Thomas or Amelia, Vanessa walks in on something between Leyla and Suzy, and Faith might undo all her good work.
Noah is thrilled that his manipulations are paying off. Amelia is horrified by her dad's behaviour. Dawn keeps some news to herself.
A flashforward opens this special week of episodes. Chloe naively decides to spend time with Noah. Gabby is living in fear.
A gun is taken, leaving a mystery person armed. Noah panics, and Faith causes chaos.
Charity is panicked. Gabby is living in fear. A shot is fired in the woods.
Moira offers her support. There is a body in the woods. Cain and Al's feud takes a dangerous turn.
Harriet has a mission. Moira issues an ultimatum. Charity breaks the code.
Gabby's relieved. Chloe makes a decision. Moira is appalled by Cain's attitude.
Billy's attacker confronts him once again and makes it clear he is part of a gang, while Paddy tries to reassure Marlon as he prepares to return home after recovering from pneumonia, and Ethan is increasingly worried about his case.
Billy is confronted. Paddy tries to reassure nervous Marlon. Ethan's increasingly worried about his case.
Ethan's decision has big consequences. Faith helps out. Marlon's dejected after finding his physio session a struggle.
Moira is inspired when Suzy suggests she hire out her barns for weddings, but Suzy puts her foot in it when she asks Moira about using the field where her daughter is buried. Faith becomes emotional.
Vanessa and Suzy question their relationship. Ethan is concerned he is going to be punished. Leyla is worried.
Leyla is alarmed when Suzy sees sense. Samson attempts to reassure Amelia. Pollard thinks David is misguided.
Charity is stunned by Noah's plan. David makes a romantic gesture. Leyla is frustrated.
Noah is in court. Moira is under pressure as Faith's only confidante. Cathy is worried about Amelia.
Charity panics. Sam jumps on an opportunity. Amelia lies to Cathy.
Chas is suspicious regarding Nate and Moira, Faith has an important appointment, and Charity is grateful of Mack's support.
Chas is determined to get to the bottom of her suspicions, Noah rejects Charity, and David cannot bring himself to confide in Victoria.
Leyla upsets Priya, Faith is grateful for Moira's support, and David is still worried about his financial situation.
Nicola hatches a plan, Jai opens up to Leyla, and Brenda is worried about Faith.
Leyla makes a bad decision, Suzy struggles with her guilt, and David and Pollard go on a fishing trip.
Leyla's jittery behaviour catches Liam's attention. Charity is heartbroken. David is wretched as he clumsily sacks Kerry in a bid to save money.
Charity is determined to put on a brave face ahead of Noah's sentencing. Nicola fights dirty. Kim worries Will is hiding something despite his efforts to put her off the scent.
Liam is convinced Leyla's suffering from PTSD. Charity breaks down as she reflects on all the chaos in her life. Will is on a mission.
Will is conflicted, Sarah's anger with Charity peaks, and Amelia suddenly collapses.
Kim questions Will. Bob and Dan search for the truth surrounding Amelia's collapse. Marlon anxiously awaits his physio appointment.
Will and Kim are not on good terms. A question from Kim evokes some painful emotions for Mary, and Laurel surprises herself.
Nicola is attacked. Mary opens up to Rhona, and Moira fears ructions when Cain returns from Scotland unexpectedly.
Jimmy's heart breaks for Nicola. Moira apologises to Faith for Cain's hurtful words, and Mary is hurt over Rhona's actions.
Faith's secret is revealed. Marlon awakes to a surprise proposal from Rhona, but it remains to be seen how he will react. Mary bonds with Bear.
The fallout from Faith's bombshell begins. Rhona is determined to prove Marlon wrong, and Laurel feels emotional about her past with Ashley.
Chas's heart breaks, Nicola struggles after her attack, and David has money worries.
Faith is swayed by Chas, there is sorrow for Sarah, and Leyla is tempted.
Leyla's dealer offers her an ultimatum, Suzy is left reeling, and Sam is blindsided.
Al and Chas bond over a bottle of wine, Liam comes to a conclusion, and Lydia forms a plan.
David hides his money problems from Victoria, Lydia feels guilty, and it remains to be seen whether Chas will come to her senses.
Chas crosses the line. Nicola feels a prisoner in her own home. Rhona fumes at her mother, Mary.
Faith collapses after chemotherapy. Terrified Nicola crashes into a shocked David, who is desperate for her insurance details.
Nicola cannot be alone with her fears. David feigns a neck injury for insurance. Laurel gets flirty with Kit.
Nicola panics, and hits someone over the head. Billy is taken aback by Dawn's statement. David lies to Victoria.
Brenda calls out David. Ethan snaps at shocked Charles. Bear informs Faith that Chas is worried about her drinking.
Charles is shocked by news. There is disapproval for David's fraud. It is the day of Faith's scan and Moira encourages Cain to accompany her.
Charles tries to track down his daughter. Matty is moody. Moira is pleased by a small gesture
Faith makes a decision. Liam questions Leyla on her drinking. Moira implores Matty to be honest.
Cain is privately reeling. A poignant night ensues. Leyla fuels Liam's growing concerns.
Liv is stunned when her mum, Sandra, turns up. Excited Chas receives a message from Al. A relationship starts to build.
A wedding showcase shocks poor Moira. Sandra makes an admission to frustrated Liv. Amelia spots an opportunity.
Laurel has got a new love interest. Sandra brings trouble to Liv's door. In prison, Noah is shocked by a visitor.
Lydia tries to help Amelia. Dawn hears her best friend has died from an overdose. Paddy is overjoyed by some news.
Dawn revisits her past at a friend's funeral. Jimmy reels from Nicola's confession. Mandy offers Sandra a job at the salon.
Nicola is determined to get justice. Bernice is shocked by an online post. Sandra is shown the ropes at the salon.
Nicola worries that her social media post might have led to a girl being attacked, Leyla and David lock horns, and money talks for Jacob.
David catches Leyla with drugs, and when Dan is tipped off to the news that Amelia has been seeing someone else, she decides to ignore the state of her own health.
Leyla is in a panic, Vanessa suggests a party to celebrate her engagement to Marlon, and Amelia hides her blurred vision.
Amelia's babysitting ends in disaster. Marlon head to the Woolpack for the first time since his stroke. Faith embraces the little time she has left.
Gabby worries about a visit from social services. Jai is upset. Sandra realises she needs to tread carefully.
Dan confronts Kim, Mandy is on a mission, and Paddy makes a suggestion to Moira that may help Vanessa.
Charity is stunned to learn Amelia has been visiting Noah in prison. Rishi's date takes a surprising turn. Lydia is surprised when Kim unveils her as her new wedding planner.
Amelia has the weight of the world on her shoulders. Rishi drowns his sorrows. Gabby is pleased to have Liv's support.
Kerry smells a rat and confronts Al. Sandra is shocked to suspect Mandy is onto her. Lydia vows to plan the wedding of the decade for Kim.
The pressure mounts on Leyla. Chas is nervous her secret affair may be exposed. Mandy fills Lydia in on her suspicions.
Priya is left stunned, Kim's wedding gets too much for Lydia, and Moira is shocked to hear some news.
Leyla knows she has crossed a line. Dawn finds out she has been betrayed. Nate is left exasperated by his enigmatic grandmother.
Matty is gobsmacked at what he sees. Leyla lies through her teeth. Dawn and Billy make a big decision.
Matty has a plan. Faith is happy after a successful day. Mary misreads the situation.
Rhona is heartbroken. Suzy worries she has ruined everything. Cain helps his mate, Liam.
Rhona continues to stress about her pending wedding, Gabby has a surprise date, and Liam questions everything.
Kit plays a dangerous game, Jacob makes an emotional confrontation, and Paddy and Marlon get baking.
Marlon has an impromptu stag do, Vanessa reaches out to Suzy, and Laurel makes a surprise discovery.
Marlon and Rhona's wedding day arrives, Priya keeps her pact, and Faith has an emotional moment.
Marcus puts his foot in it, Ethan has a secret meeting, and Rishi feels uncomfortable.
Manpreet is horrified to find Charles unconscious in the church. Jai and Laurel tell the kids their news. Amelia consoles Noah.
Ethan is concerned about Manpreet. Mandy opens up to Bernice about her suspicions of Sandra. Billy and Dawn have some news for Lucas.
Dawn and Billy are nervous about Clemmie's arrival. Charles feels his intervention may have made things worse. Mackenzie is on top of the world as he thinks about the future.
There is some devastating news. Mandy sets out to prove her suspicions. Jacob has some good news.
Chas is torn, Charity makes her feelings clear, and Ethan and Marcus have a disagreement.
Belle makes a shocking discovery. Mack and Charity share a moment of reflection. Faith tells Pollard about her to-do list.
Belle makes a revelation. Sandra is playing nasty games once again. Naomi plans to reunite Marcus and Ethan.
Noah and Amelia's relationship blossoms. Sandra is thrilled her plan is working. Chas is saddened to see another painful reminder of her mum's deteriorating health.
Amelia's pregnancy is outed. Faith throws a party. Bob has to physically restrain Dan from attacking Noah.
Dan and Kerry come to terms with Amelia's pregnancy. Gabby and Laurel are frosty with Kit. Pollard worries about what he has let himself in for.
Amelia is warmed by Noah's support. Nate and Naomi flirt and enjoy each other's company. Chas is frustrated
Amelia is warmed by Noah's support. Nate and Naomi flirt and enjoy each other's company. Chas is frustrated.
Naomi is surprised when she gets offered a job. Faith is emotional, and Mackenzie struggles to think of a way to tell Charity his true feelings.
Harriet is shocked when Dan instinctively goes to kiss her. Nicola is spooked, and Sandra plants another seed of doubt in Liv's mind.
Sandra continues to push her agenda in the hope that Vinny will crack. Harriet starts to see Dan in a new light. A dark cloud looms over Mackenzie.
Nicola is close to tears, Sandra plans to disrupt Liv's sobriety and Mack feels guilty.
Nicola berates Charles, Sandra stirs the situation with Vinny and Liv, and Faith plots a way to see her grandchildren without supervision.
Naomi feels guilty, Sandra tries to fuel Liv's insecurities surrounding her alcoholism, and Faith is scared.
Ethan tries to convince Naomi to do the right thing. Can Al and Chas revel in their intimacy?
Kim prepares to reconnect with a much-missed Millie.
Kim is shocked to learn Hazel has been involved in a car accident. Having returned from the police station, Naomi worries she will be facing jail time. Jai's delighted when Laurel asks him to move back in, but Archie is less than impressed.
The police show Kim definitive proof that Jamie is alive, and after overhearing Kim talk about her dad, a confused and upset Millie runs away. A guilty Mackenzie beats himself up over his affair and he plans on telling Charity the truth, but soon backtracks as he follows a suggestive Charity upstairs.
Harriet informs an anxious Kim that they have not found Millie, and Charity is thrilled when Mack surprises her with a trip to Ibiza. Priya worries Liam's in denial about the reality of the situation, and asks Jai for help in managing Liam's expectations for Leyla's rehabilitation.
An excited Charity prepares for her trip away as Mackenzie answers a call, demanding that the person on the other end leave him alone. Leyla and Liam have couple's therapy and Liam is left feeling exhausted after they both open up. Rishi and Bernice agree to have lunch together.
Liam returns home with Leyla but things are tense between the two of them. Noah accepts a position as Marcus' apprentice, and Bernice confronts Rishi over ditching her at lunch.
Priya's concerned for her friend. Liam kisses a shocked Bernice. Dan's confused when Harriet is flirtatious with him. Leyla's in for a shock. Amelia decides to move out. Faith and Pollard have a drunken afternoon.
Liam's concerned. Dan's drives Amelia further away. Dawn worries.
Liam is shocked. Dan's left concerned. Dawn's anxious.
Chas is guilty. Dawn agrees to let Harriet help her out. There's tension between Cain and Chas.
There's trouble at Home Farm. Vinny's stunned to see his home is for sale. Sandra builds a wedge.
Dawn won't attend the wedding. Mandy has a plan for revenge. Faith plans a day of fun.
Mandy recruits Jimmy into her plan to take down Sandra. Tensions run high at Home Farm. Kerry suggests a job opportunity.
Vinny rules out fighting for his marriage. Sandra sets about accessing Liv's bank account. Kerry's plan could backfire.
Harriet's meddling might have done enough to cancel the wedding. Paddy is in the dog house. The village edges closer to the breaking point.
Aaron is back, but it remains to be seen whether Liv can forgive him. Ryan guesses Mack is hiding something. Harriet makes an arrest.
Mack wants to guard his secret. Al wants to run away with Chas. Will is shocked to learn Dan and Harriet are dating.
Mack makes a secret rendezvous. Kerry jumps to the wrong conclusion. Will is overjoyed by Dawn's news.
Kerry plans a surprise. Faith overhears a big secret. Wendy tries to reframe things for Harriet.
A complaint is made. It is the night of the Stag and Hen parties. Feelings are reawakened.
Tracey tries to talk but things get in the way. Will makes matters worse with Harriet. A conversation with Aaron gives Faith an idea
Cain is exasperated by Faith's plan. Tracy needs to make a decision. Laurel spells it out to Nicola.
The seaside comes to Emmerdale. Liv and Vinny make plans. Rhona is surprised to learn about a crush.
Faith makes preparations. Chas is blissfully unaware of the tragic events occurring back at home. The penny drops for Moira.
Battle lines are drawn on the eve of the wedding. Aaron has a realisation. Liv and Vinny share their anticipation.
A storm brews on Kim and Will's wedding day, while Amelia is trapped and a search ensues.
As the storm continues to rage, a barn collapses and the cows escape. Meanwhile, the search for Amelia continues.
The violent storm is still wreaking havoc. Charles and Nicola huddle in a shelter. Wedding guests battle the elements.
A loved character is trapped, while another local reaches safety. Lydia gets terrible news.
The sun rises over Emmerdale in the aftermath of the storm. Diane reassures Pollard they'll rebuild. Will everyone be optimistic?
A villager is missing and a search is organised. The full devastation in the village is revealed during a time of blame, grief, and reflection.
Chas worries Aaron will spill her secret affair. Bernice organises a storm clear up. Bob feels put upon.
Chas tells a lie. Al makes a false promise. Bob's resentment grows.
The clear up after the storm continues. Secrets abound, and it remains to be seen whether Bob can knock Bernice off her perch.
Chloe makes a big decision. Chas resolves to leave town with Al later today. David returns to the village after the storm.
A sad day in the village. Kerry desperately tries to get Chloe to stay. The scales fall from someone's eyes.
Furious Cain makes a shocking discovery and lays a trap. Chas fears the worst. Aaron says his goodbyes.
Kerry and Chloe make a grim discovery. The villagers reel at the news.
Alex threatens Dawn and Billy's future. Dan offers some advice. The villagers are still struggling with the news.
Will and Kim take matters into their own hands. Dan worries about Harriet's true feelings for him. Laurel's shocked by Bernice's callous attitude.
A shocking truth is told. Dawn's suspicious. Matty's concerned.
It is an emotional time in the Dales. Moira is heartbroken, and Cain feels helpless.
Nate makes an admission, Manpreet turns a bad situation into something worse, and Kim makes an offer.
The trial begins, Naomi is filled with dread, and April confides in Cathy.
The trial comes to an end. Nicola is fed up and April is hurt.
Chas makes an announcement. Vinny feels lost and depressed. Naomi receives the verdict.
Moira makes a big decision. Chas is thrown when Kerry asks a favour. Nicola finds some closure.
Mackenzie has to break the news to Cain. Vinny is not ready to say goodbye. Matty and Nate are baffled.
Amelia is struggling. Samson sinks to a new low. David is deflated.
Amelia is shocked. Sam and Lydia are mortified by what Samson has done. Kerry is devastated.
Chas encourages Kerry, Sam has a tough decision to make, and it remains to be seen whether David has made a bad decision.
Panic rises when Amba goes missing. Chloe is lonely and isolated. David feels wretched.
Leyla and Liam are heartbroken. Charity has her suspicions, and it remains to be seen whether Chloe will find out the truth.
Mackenzie has a choice to make. David dreads telling Victoria the truth. Priya's heart goes out to Leyla.
Victoria is furious with David. Rhona and Vanessa have big decisions to make. Marlon is left overwhelmed when Ryan offers him a job at the Woolpack.
Bernice finds it hard to control her emotions. Suzy tires of setting a stubborn Vanessa straight. Everybody is surprised when Chloe reveals to the cafe that she is pregnant.
Matty is determined to find out the truth. The villagers say their emotional goodbyes to Vanessa. Bob urges Bernice to make an appointment with the doctor.
Jimmy opens a can of worms. Gabby rises to the challenge but Dawn impresses more. Bernice struggles.
Mandy is very concerned. Matty makes a discovery, while Moira visits Cain. Bernice believes in fate.
Mack and Vinny discuss a poker game strategy. Laurel shows concern. The battle for a job at Home Farm begins.
Chas finally decides to move on from Al. Mandy is horrified to find Vinny battered and bruised. Kim enjoys putting Gabby and Dawn against each other for better results.
The penny drops for Belle. The nanny interviews at Home Farm commence. Kyle visits Cain in prison.
Chas prepares for her trip away with Paddy. Dawn makes a decision. Ethan invites his boss into his home.
Moira rushes to see Cain at the prison. David is hopeful. Marcus attempts to dismiss his own misgivings.
It is baby Esther's christening, but Charity's feud with Amy puts the day in jeopardy. Meanwhile, David makes a big decision.
Amy is injured, but it remains to be seen whether Chloe will change her statement. Elsewhere, Charity worries about spending Christmas behind bars.
Chloe has nowhere to live over Christmas, Nate is suspicious, and Ethan and Marcus look for their own place.
Chloe informs Sarah that she is leaving for good, Charles' choir event takes place, and PC Swirling is suspicious.
Cain gets a mysterious letter, Manpreet is determined to make a Christmas to remember, and it remains to be seen whether Liam has bitten off too much.
Cain has a visitor in prison. Chas and Paddy continue their ceasefire. Liam bites off more than he can chew.
In a flashback to 1991, we discover the story behind Caleb and Cain when the duo meet as teenagers.
Chas questions Cain. Greg threatens to ruin Ethan's reputation. Nicola worries for her sister.
Stress levels rise for Paddy. Bernice is annoyed with Nicola interfering. Jacob tells his friends that Liam is his dad.
Jacob is mortified. Paddy sits hopelessly in his car. Bernice senses a project coming on.
DJ Bob is mocked for his out of date tunes. Guilty Jacob tries to reconcile with David. Bernice tries to recruit people to her menopause support group.
2000
Lisa is shocked when she discovers an unopened letter informing her that a health visitor will be calling to check on Belle's well being - today! In a panic she orders Zak to tidy up the house. But it's only a matter of time before things start to go wrong. With his attention focused on the television, Zak fails to notice that Belle has wandered off in front of the health visitor's car. When the shaken up official appears at his front door, Zak refuses to co-operate. Ashley feels ashamed by his confrontation with Gavin. And his day gets worse when Diane hints that she knows how he feels about her daughter. But his mind is put to rest when Bernice tells him that he shouldn't blame himself for what happened - he was acting in her defence. Bernice is less than enthusiastic when Alan offers to buy Gavin's shares in The Woolpack.
2020
While Victoria is full of love for her new baby, Aaron is downbeat about the year ahead, and Liam is in denial.
The Sugden family's problems are about to escalate. When Richie tells Sarah that he has just seen her car being driven out of the village, they are convinced that it has been stolen. They give chase, but the pair are stopped in their tracks when Ashley steps out of the car. Her surprise turns to anger when the Reverend informs her that he bought it from Lisa who was selling it on Jack's request. Sarah confronts Jack and tells him that she can't believe he sold her car without her permission. And in the heat of the moment she tells him exactly how she feels about the state of their marriage. Chris is less than happy to see that Frankie has returned to the village. And the Tate Haulage boss warns her that if there is any trouble she will regret it. Chris feels left out when he sees Terry playing with Joseph and his new pony.
Jack is devastated by Sarah's revelation. With his marriage crumbling around him, he tries to make her see sense. But he is astounded when she ignores his pleas. At the Diner, Eric demands cutlery and ketchup with his breakfast and when all he gets from Sarah in return is a sour face, he snidely comments that if she's this cheerful at home then it's no wonder she and Jack are facing marital difficulties. Sarah reacts angrily, tells Eric where he can stick his ketchup and retreats to the kitchen in tears. Kathy confronts her and is taken aback to discover just how serious her problems are. Ashley is lost for words when Diane questions him about his feelings for Bernice. He denies that he is in love with her, but Diane tells him to leave her daughter alone. Zoe tells Ashley that he is being dishonest with himself unless he tells Bernice how he feels about her. Zoe tells Chris to stop interfering in her life.
Ashley gets his dog collar in a twist when he decides to confess his love for Bernice. Bolstered by Zoe's words of wisdom he manages to dodge Diane and tells Bernice he's got something to say. When she says she knows he misunderstands and unnoticed moves in for a kiss only to be devastated when Bernice says she'll happily help out at the church sale. And Scott is shocked when Bernice presents him with a huge bill for his works Christmas party which she wants paying the following day. The turmoil at the Sugdens is affecting Andy, only days before the boy is officially adopted by the family. But Jack reassures the perceptive youngster that whatever happens between him and Sarah he will still be his father. Kelly is deeply hurt when Scott warns her Lyn is coming back for a few days. Kathy has pangs of guilt about betraying Rachel with Graham. And Mandy phones Paddy to say she'll be back tomorrow.
Kelly is desperate for someone to listen to her troubles. But Mandy is busy catching up with everyone since returning from her father's and when she appeals to Chris he cuts her to quick saying he's told her before, she should leave Roy. Alan convinces Diane to back Bernice and offer to help her with the money to buy The Woolpack. Eric takes a side-swipe at Graham in front of Kathy, doubting his trustworthiness. Betty tells Seth she's going to Hotten to meet a friend - what he doesn't know Is that the friend is her old flame Reggie. Lisa thinks she's got Zak out of the way for the health visitor. But he comes back shouting the odds and all but throws the poor woman out of the house.
Kelly's troubles are mounting by the minute. She finally tells Mandy about the night with Scott while Roy was in prison but is unprepared for her reply. Meanwhile, Paddy discovers the pile of unfinished work Kelly has been hiding and tells her she's sacked. Later he softens but says she must start work at 6am each morning until she has caught up. At home things are bad too as Viv announces she's going to have to sell the shop. Jack and Sarah are moved when Andy says he couldn't bear losing another family. They agree to make an effort for the sake of the kids. Bernice and Diane announce their partnership at The Woolpack. And Graham wants to make it public about him and Kathy especially after Pete asks her for a date. But Kathy tells him it will all come out in good time. And Bernice breaks all ties with Gavin by ceremoniously throwing his engagement ring into the river - witnessed by Ashley.
Kelly is in the depths of despair. With her life crumbling around her, the young girl can only see one way of solving all her problems. When Donna discovers her sister packing a bag she becomes convinced that she is planning to run away, but Kelly puts her mind to rest. Kelly explodes in fury when Viv complains that she isn't pulling her weight in the shop. Scott tries to talk sense into her but his words fall on deaf ears. When Kelly goes to tidy her father's grave Ashley interrupts her. But when she tries to talk to him about her problems, the Reverend tells her that he doesn't have time at the moment.
Kelly's troubles have the village searching deep in their hearts. Roy thinks he's been a bad husband and confides in Scott unaware that he's more to blame than most. Viv and Donna feel they could have done more and Chris is contrite after turning her away when she asked for help. Mandy also wishes she'd listened more but gives Scott a real piece of her mind. And Ollie persuades Angie to let her go to the cinema with a new boyfriend much to her father's horror.
Roy is at the hospital at Kelly's bedside. He tries to put the ring on Kelly's finger, but then retrieves it back from her. Donna, Viv and Terry arrive at the hospital, but Donna can't face the thought of Kelly helpless and rushes out of the corridor. Terry persuades Roy to get some rest, but as soon as he leaves the room, Viv feels helpless and wants to come too. With that, Roy shouts out, 'Never leave her, understand me?'. Breakfast at the Sugden's and Andy doesn't want to go to school. Jack discovers that Andy doesn't want the torment at school about Kelly trying to commit suicide, but Jack persuades him to go. Terry sits next to Donna at the hospital waiting room.
Scott arrives in the hospital to see how Kelly is. Roy is at her bedside. Paddy feels guilty about what happened to Kelly. Mandy apologies to Paddy about the argument. Outside the post office, Donna misses her bus, and Kev asks if she wants a lift. In the car, Donna confides to Kev how she blames herself for what happened to Kelly, and that she knew she was drinking secretly. He comforts her. At the Dingle's house Lisa starts cleaning much to Zak's annoyance. He persuades Zak to get out of the house by money. Bernice calls a meeting with Alan, Diane and Tricia about how best to accommodate everyone. Alan and Diane will have their own room, and Trish and Bernice will share. Trish thinks it's a great idea to share clothes with Bernice, much to Bernice's horror! Back at the hospital, Roy feels as though she has let Kelly down.
Roy is distraught that Kelly is refusing to see him. But the doctor advises him that in her present state of mind, it is essential that Kelly does not have any pressure put upon her. Kathy arrives at the hospital and persuades Roy to go home. Lisa visits Roy to see how he is coping and is shocked to discover that Kelly had been pregnant. Sarah tries to forget her marriage problems by going out with Angie for the evening. But when she returns home drunk, tempers flare. Eric reveals his suspicions about Graham to Marlon. Zoe has a heart to heart with Frankie about their relationship and how her life has changed since Liam's death. Betty is shocked to discover that Seth has invited Reggie to move into their house. And Sean tells Zak that he is interested in buying his pink diesel.
It's the day of the inquest into Liam's death and Chris and Zoe prepare themselves to face the coroner. Chris is concerned by Zoe's refusal to discuss what they are going to say. Will she finally crack and tell the whole truth? Eric reveals to Marlon that he has a plan to flush Graham out. When Graham arrives home he discovers an anonymous letter accusing him of being a killer. Convinced that he knows who is responsible, Graham confronts Eric and threatens him - unaware that Marlon is listening to every word. Betty admits to Reggie that his arrival has brought back memories she has tried to forget.
Graham destroys the letter that Eric sent accusing him of being a murderer. But unknown to him Marlon too has started to suspect his role in Rachel's death. He tells Eric that his plan to push Graham until he snaps is too dangerous. But how are they going to trap him? Kelly admits to Mandy that she is going to tell Roy about her affair with Scott. Betty visits Kelly and persuades her to talk about her problems. Their conversation spurs Betty to reveal her own misgivings to Seth about not having children. Marc gets his own back on Sean and Angie for missing his Parents Evening by holding a party while they are out. Jack seeks reassurance from Sarah about the state of their marriage. Meanwhile, Richie is embarrassed about the pass he made to her. And Zoe tells Chris that she doesn't approve of his intention to buy the Wylie farm.
Kelly is determined to rid herself of the guilt she feels over her affair with Scott. She asks Roy to visit her at the clinic to discuss their relationship. Kelly reveals the truth about her affair with Scott, and that she doesn't know who was the father of her unborn baby. She tells Roy that she is going to make a fresh start in London, a revelation that threatens to push him over the edge. Viv is puzzled to find Scott destroying Kelly's suicide letters. He admits that Kelly never wants to see him again. Marlon's mission to warn Kathy about Graham ends in failure, when she tells him to stop interfering in her life. Betty turns to Ashley for advice regarding Reggie's attempt to destroy her relationship with Seth. Richie informs Scott that Daletech is experiencing some serious financial difficulties. And Marc frames Ollie into taking the blame for the party at their house.
Roy has a heart to heart with Seth regarding his relationship with Kelly. His dreams are in tatters due to his wife's revelations. When Donna visits her sister and tells her how bad things are in the Windsor household, Kelly promises that she will be home soon. Kelly admits to Chris that she has been running away from her problems. Eric puts part two of his plan to flush Graham out into action. Concerned for Kathy's safety, he delivers another anonymous letter, alluding to Graham's involvement in his first wife's death. With his back against the wall, Graham approaches Kathy and tells her he wants to start a new life away from the village. But how will she react? Betty reveals the truth about Reggie's involvement in her life to Seth.
Butch is horrified to discover that his mother has returned to the village. The young lad cannot believe her audacity - especially after all she has put her family through. Zak explains to Nellie that she will only be able to stay temporarily. But the cunning Dingle has other plans, and it's not long before she has her feet firmly under the table. Butch is knocked for six when Lisa reveals that Nellie has moved in to Mandy's old flat. But his anger turns to sympathy when she tells him of her own concerns. Seth cannot understand why Betty allowed Reggie to re-enter her life. When the scoundrel appears at his doorstep, Seth resorts to drastic measures to make him leave. Chris offers to support Kelly in her decision to make a fresh start in London.
Roy's happiness hangs in the balance. Richie and Sarah give in to temptation. Eric and Marlon finally have Graham in their sights. Kelly has finally made a decision about her future - she is moving to London.
Kathy offers Roy a solution to his marital problems. However Kelly is less than pleased with the suggestion. Kathy tells Roy that she doesn't think Kelly is good enough for him - he should finish their relationship before she ends up making both their lives a misery. Marlon's concerns for Kathy's safety grow. The worried Dingle confronts Graham and tells him that he knows he was responsible for his wife's and Rachel's deaths. Concerned by their interference, Graham suggests to Kathy that Eric and Marlon are trying to undermine their relationship, so that they can get their hands on the Diner.
It's Valentine's Day and romance is in the air as Betty asks Seth to marry her. Viv assumes Richie has sent her a Valentine's card, which annoys Sarah. Richie himself is left upset when Sarah decides to spend the evening with Jack. Lisa immediately suspects Nellie when a Valentine's card arrives for Zak. Bernice and Marlon prepare for The Woolpack's aphrodisiac night. But will the magical powers of the food work? Bernice is curious when a blank Valentine's card arrives for her. That evening, her secret admirer - Ashley tries to reveal his true feelings, but Diane intercepts him. Marlon is horrified when Kathy admits that she is falling for Graham and races off to tell Eric. And Roy's attempt to cheer up Kelly with a romantic meal ends in disaster.
Sarah gets angry when Jack's assumes that after last night, their relationship is back to normal. Jack tells Kathy that Sarah is only staying with him for the sake of the children. Sarah is furious to learn that Jack has been discussing the state of their marriage with Kathy. When Kathy offers her advice, Sarah tells her that she has no right to interfere in her affairs, especially after she gave up Alice without a fight. Lisa confronts Nellie and demands that she looks for somewhere else to live, but is left speechless when Zak says his ex will always be welcome. Eric goads Graham when he tells him that he has an appointment with his solicitor. Kathy offers Emily a job at the Diner - an action that causes a storm with her employer Viv. Betty confides to Bernice that she has done something daft - she has proposed to Seth and he has accepted. And Richie invites Sarah for a quiet drink at his offices - but will she accept?
Sarah criticises Jack for airing their marriage problems to Kathy, and tells him that she got a slap around the face as a result. Sarah apologises to Kathy for her comments regarding Alice and is surprised when Kathy offers to forgive and forget. Lyn tells Scott she wants nothing more to do with him, after discovering the truth about Kelly. Kathy asks Zoe to help find Roy and Kelly a home of their own. Lisa tells Butch that she caught Zak and Nellie in a clinch, but is embarrassed after discovering Ollie sent Zak the Valentines card. Richie is relieved when Sarah tells him that she doesn't regret what happened last night - but they must keep their affair a secret. Chris is furious about business decisions taken without his knowledge, and is rocked further when Kelly reveals she has decided not to move to London, despite all his help.
Graham surprises Kathy with the news that he has booked a holiday cottage on the coast. But will she agree to go away with him? Eric and Marlon threaten Graham - they will make him pay for his crimes. Eric admits to Sarah that he is worried about Kathy. But his words fall on deaf ears. Bernice forces Betty and Seth to admit their reservations about getting married. Richie tells Sarah that the only way they will be able to stop their affair is if one of them leaves the village. Zak and Lisa continue to bicker about Nellie's presence in the Dingle home. Richie has a go at Scott for not pulling his weight at Dale-Tec. And Zak's attempt to sell Sean his pink diesel ends in failure.
Sarah tells Eric that Kathy has gone away for the weekend with Graham and he panics for her safety. Graham believes that Kathy has given his life a whole new purpose and wants her to move away with him. She assures him that she isn't ready to commit, and they depart on bad terms. Marlon comes to Eric's beck and calls as they begin to dig deep for information on where Kathy's gone. They interrogate Roy, who doesn't know. Eric decides that they have to break into Mill Cottage. Kathy begins packing her things to go home. Graham pleads with her to stay and locks the bedroom door behind him. The two partners in crime manage to break into Mill Cottage and find a holiday brochure for the place where Kathy and Graham are staying. The first seeds of doubt are planted in Kathy's mind when Graham tells her that Eric and Marlon blame him for Rachel's death
The village is awash with gossip now the truth is out about Graham and his role in Rachel's death. Eric wastes no time telling everyone that he suspected Graham, but even the police wouldn't listen to his theories, and he berates Sarah for not believing him and shouts at her and Betty in the diner when they say that he should have said something sooner. Chris plays the knight in shining armour when he moves reporters away from Kathy's front door, and later Terry asks another to leave The Woolpack.
Richie lands in hot water when he starts boasting about seeing an older married woman to regulars at the pub. Jack overhears him and innocently states that Sarah wouldn't mess around. Ollie's in deep trouble when Viv catches her stealing chocolates from her shop and drags her off to confront her parents. Viv is immovable when the four meet and tells Angie that she's had enough of thieves and wants to prosecute the wayward teenager. Claudia is deeply upset when Chris gives her the cold treatment after their moment of passion and Zoe isn't too happy with Frankie when she arrives back with a big hangover. However she mellows when Frankie explains exactly why she went to see Chris.
Sarah is furious with Richie when she hears about his loose tongue. And she tells him she can't trust him and that their fling is over. Later at the pub Richie swallows his pride and announces that he was making the whole thing up and Sarah realises that he really does care for her. Angie and Sean try to discuss what's gone wrong with Ollie but ultimately end up bickering. The teenager confronts them in a flood of tears and begs them to stop. Nellie upsets Lisa again when she gives Emily an over-the-top makeover. With all her troubles seemingly behind her Kelly can hardly believe she's moving into Chris's cottage with Roy. Eric learns his story will be running on the front page of a local newspaper next week.
Eric is delighted when he sees that the Hotten Courier has printed a story hailing him as a local hero for saving Kathy's life. Angie is annoyed when the press phone her wanting to know why she failed to spot a murderer living in the village. Her day goes from bad to worse when she makes Ollie apologise to Viv for shoplifting. Angie tries to appease the local shopkeeper by offering compensation, but Viv tells her that she still wants to involve the police. Marlon causes mischief when he tells Tricia that Laura's birthday party will have a kids fancy dress theme. She's mortified when she makes her grand entrance, dressed as a rabbit, only to discover that everyone else is dressed as normal. Lisa is furious when she finds that Zak has let Nellie look after Belle. When her husband returns home, Lisa issues him with an ultimatum - either Nellie leaves or she does. Chris tells Richie that he is interested in buying into Daletech - as long as Scott is no longer involved.
The Dingle family is falling apart. Butch tries unsuccessfully to persuade Lisa not to leave. When Zak discovers his wife has left him he tells Nellie that he won't be bullied. Zak visits Lisa and tries to resolve the situation, but she won't return while Nellie is there. Paddy prepares a romantic meal to celebrate Mandy's return, but is disappointed when he opens the door to find Lisa there. Sean and Angie are concerned by Ollie's attitude at getting away with shoplifting, and decide she needs a lesson.
Paddy is in a difficult position. With Lisa living under his roof, he is worried that it may look as though he is taking sides in her argument with Zak. Eric warns Paddy that he should watch out when Zak finds out that he is sheltering his wife and daughter. Claudia questions Terry about Chris's love life. Kathy is amused when Claudia visits her and starts to enquire about her past relationship with Chris. Emily tells Ashley that she is writing a letter to the missing person's help line in an attempt to find her father. Ollie tells her parents that she won't forgive them for putting her through her ordeal at the police station. And Sean and Angie are left speechless when Marc interrupts their argument and suggests that they should split up.
Alan invites Diane out for a day walking in the Dales but their ideas of an idyllic day turn out to be very different. Unimpressed by the country air Diane heads straight for nearest pub to flirt with the locals, much to Alan's disgust. Richie's business knowledge impresses cold-blooded Chris who agrees to give a contract to Daletec computers, on one condition - that Scott has no involvement. After a fall out with Zoe, Frankie heads off for a heavy night's drinking with Pete and returns to Home Farm in the early hours having lost her key. Her attempts to break into an upstairs window end in chaos when the alarms go off and the police arrive.
Jack loses his temper with Robert after discovering that he has been cleaning cars to earn extra pocket money. In his anger he tells Andy that he feels more like a son than Robert and immediately regrets it. Scott agrees to hand over his share of the business to Richie, who keeps quiet about his arrangement with Chris. But Sarah wonders whether Richie is out of his depth in getting rid of Scott so ruthlessly. The Dingle family crisis takes a turn for the worse when Zak and Lisa come to blows over Nellie. Whilst Marlon is reluctant to get involved,
Robert and Andy fall-out just as a letter finalising Andy's adoption hearing arrives. Sarah is adamant that Jack should repair his relationship with Robert before he takes on another son but Jack's attempts fail when he lashes out in anger. Mandy's return to the village sets the cat amongst pigeons when she undoes Butch's coaxing words to Zak by shouting endless abuse at him. Meanwhile, Butch tells Lisa that she is more of a mum to him than Nellie could ever be.
The problems in the Sugden household continue to grow. Jack tries to apologise to Robert for losing his temper, but the damage is done. Sarah is furious when she learns Jack has let Andy take the day off school to help on the farm. Butch criticises Zak for his heavy drinking and tells him to sort himself out and talk to Lisa. Zak bumps into Lisa at the Diner and asks her to come home. But she tells him that she won't be returning until he has told Nellie to leave. Sean and Angie have a heart to heart about the state of their relationship.
Emily's life is in turmoil when her father refuses to have anything to do with her while she is with Butch - which might be a long time because he's about to propose to her! Lisa refuses to let Zak take their daughter out of her sight. Things are so bad Butch tells Mandy that he would like to call a Dingle conference in an attempt to get Zak and Lisa back together. Viv organises a protest meeting against Tate Haulage and is surprised when Chris and Zoe arrive. Her attempt to gain support from the locals ends in failure when Chris explains that most local businesses have benefited from Tate Haulage in one way or another. And Tricia and Bernice take an immediate shine to Carlos, the new chef.
Sarah finds Andy contemplating in the yard. She guarantees him that there is no reason to worry and that going to court is just a formality. During a gloat about Viv's campaign, Zoe calls attention to Chris that a portion of the locals is genuinely concerned about Tate Haulage's position in the community. Butch visits Lisa to ask her to come Wishing Well for a family conference which she hesitantly consents to. Kathy assures Viv that she will try anything to stop the trucks coming through the village. Carlos utilizes his charms on Viv and succeeds. At court, the judge tells the Sugden's that adoption is a very crucial matter and solicits what Robert thinks from the circumstance, to which he answers on commenting about Jack's brutality.
The atmosphere at the Dingles is at an all-time low. Zak is in a foul mood following the shambles of the Dingle family conference. Lisa arrives at the Dingles to ask Zak to baby-sit. But when Nellie makes it clear that she is unwelcome, Butch shocks his mother by taking Lisa's side. Butch tells Emily that he has an idea how they can build some bridges with her father - he is going to ask him for her hand in marriage.
The peace and tranquillity of the village is shattered when disaster strikes. A crash brings Emmerdale to a stand still, when an out of control lorry driven by Pete, collides with the supermarket bus. The Woolpack regulars hear an almighty thud and rush out to see the carnage. Paddy rushes over to help but injures his arm. Alan is OK but is horrified to discover that he is the only one who has managed to escape from the wreckage and is comforted by Eric and Tricia, so what has become of the other passengers, including Kathy, Sarah, Victoria, Seth, Marc and Butch?
The rescue operation enters the night and the villagers are becoming frustrated by how long the emergency services are taking. Suddenly, voices are heard from the wreckage, and the hopes of those present grow. The Dingles are overwhelmed with relief when Butch is brought out from the wreckage. Emily tells him that they've been blessed. The P.C. Gemmell questions Alan and Viv about the accident. Viv blames the whole crash on Pete. Jack suggests to Chris that he is only present so that he can work out a press statement, seeing that it was his vehicles that were involved in the accident. Chris fears the worst when a lifeless blonde woman is brought off the bus, but is it Kathy? And he reacts angrily when a department of transport investigator tries to question him
The village tries to come to terms with the aftermath of the bus crash. Relatives comfort one another as victims recover in hospital. Sarah is concerned that Jack won't be able to manage without her. He assures her that at a time like this everyone pulls together. Kathy asks Chris to help the village return to normal. Laura calls an urgent board meeting at Tate Haulage. The legal eagle informs those present that she has drafted a press release, and warns them about making any comments, which might imply the company is guilty of negligence. Chris says that Tate Haulage will survive - whatever it takes. Zoe wants Tate Haulage to take steps to help the people who were in the accident.
With Butch lying in hospital having been told he isn't going to recover from his injuries, Emily looks to their brief future together. The pair talk about their forthcoming wedding and decide that there is no time like the present. Butch enlists Marlon to be his best man and plans are hastily made, including an impromptu stag party. Zak goes in search of Ashley and asks him to conduct the wedding ceremony. Emily is overjoyed when Lisa produces the dress that Butch bought her. With their friends and family in attendance, Ashley marries the happy couple. The family leave the couple alone, and Emily stays with Butch until he dies. Laura tells Chris, Zoe and Sean that Pete had not been drinking before the accident. The Sugden family visit Sarah in hospital to celebrate her birthday. She cannot help but enquire about Richie.
The aftermath of the bus crash threatens to tear the village apart. Friends are becoming enemies as everyone tries to apportion blame. Frankie intimates that Zoe and Chris are only concerned about what is best for Tate Haulage. And she is appalled when she overhears Chris and Zoe's blase attitude towards the crash, and fuelled by her anger, storms out of Home Farm. Scott has devised a new way of getting rich quick - blackmail. And Alan accuses Eric of only attending bus crash victim Councillor Simmons funeral so that he can make business contacts.
Betty is panic stricken when she overhears a doctor telling a nurse that an elderly patient has died. She races to Seth's ward to find his bed empty. Her fears are put to rest by a doctor, but where could the mischievous old man have gone? Zak and Nellie are speechless when Eric arrives accompanied by a surprise visitor, their son Sam! Sean becomes concerned when he discovers that the paperwork for the service on Pete's lorry was never completed. The inspection at Tate Haulage begins, and Blanchard tells Chris and Sean that he will identify whoever is responsible for the crash. Chris tells Zoe he intends to place the blame for the crash with Sean. Jack makes an effort to repair his relationship with Robert. He tells his son that he does not expect him to take over the reigns on the farm, the most important thing is that he finds a job that he will enjoy. And Richie is furious when Scott drops by the Sugdens house to see him.
Chris tells Sean they need to put up a united front over Tate Haulage's involvement in the accident. He suggests that Laura, as a lawyer, should put the company's case to the Department of Transport Inspectors. But will she be able to convince them that they were not responsible? Loves young dreams, Donna and Marc are having problems finding time to spend together. But when Ollie tells him that she is going out, he seizes the opportunity. Marc tells his sister that he won't be able to leave the house because he has too much homework and with the family out of the way, he invites Donna over. And it's not long before they are doing more than homework! But, their moment of teenage passion is broken when Ollie walks in unannounced and is appalled to find her brother and best friend in a clinch. Lisa confides to Roy that she feels that she may have been responsible for the bus crash.
Wracked with guilt Lisa confides in Paddy that she didn't finish servicing a lorry and this may have inadvertently caused the bus crash. Violence erupts in The Woolpack when a customer threatens Angie causing a protective Sean to lash out forcing Terry to attempt to restore order. Kelly shocks Mandy and Paddy by inviting them around for an expensive takeaway - at their expense! Emily's father reveals he's got a new job, leaving Emily heartbroken that he will have to leave Emmerdale.
A defiant Sean refuses to apologise for starting a fight but Chris doesn't want another scandal alongside the transport investigation so - at a Tate Haulage meeting - Sean is taken off the board. Kathy organises a fund-raising campaign for the families of the crash victims but is shocked by Chris's lack of compassion. Feeling left out, Ollie suggests to Angie that Donna and Marc may have slept together in an attempt to split them up.
Sean is determined not to apologise for the fight but Angie - realising they need the money - implores Chris to reinstate him on the board. The Department of Transport conclude that Tate Haulage may be liable for prosecution causing Chris to try and blame Lisa for the accident. Fuelled by Ollie's malicious gossip Angie tells Viv she suspects Donna and Marc have slept together, leaving her livid. Ashley invites Bernice for a dinner that culminates in a shocking revelation; he's in love with her.
Rivals Adam and Marlon vie for the attentions of Tricia and are keen to agree to Kathy's suggestion that they should battle it out in a cookery competition. Lisa refuses to deny that the crash wasn't her fault which frustrates Kathy who confronts Chris about his accusations. Donna and Marc continue to see one another, ignoring their parent's disapproval.
A destitute Sean confides in Lisa that he's been kicked off the board of Tate Haulage and submersed with guilt she reveals she did tell Pete the lorry was unsafe to drive. A happy family meal goes sour when Zak tells Nellie he wants to leave her. Meanwhile, Sarah gives Richie similar news; her family come first and their affair is over.
Nellie admits to Zak that she still loves Butch, even beyond the grave, which causes him to maliciously crush some flowers Butch once planted. Later they make amends and consolidate their love for one another in bed. Carlos plans to get a new place with Marlon and Terry but is beaten to it by Richie who is desperate to get away from the Sugen household. Angie is angry to find Sean gardening rather than trying to get his job back.
Angie forces Sean up to the haulage yard when she sees the family are at stake. Instead, he spends his day at the pub and is talked into joining Kathy’s campaign. Angie’s furious to discover this and confronts Sean. It’s clear she has no remorse for the village, Lisa or the Dingles, and demands that Sean must stay loyal to the company for the sake of their family. The morning after, Zak instantly regrets spending the night with Nellie and desperately tries to escape her amorous clutches. Tricia takes it upon herself to fix Ashley and Bernice when Bernice is beside herself at work. She’s gutted to hear from Ashley that Bernice will never love him, and because of the strongness of his feelings towards her, he has to accept that. Sarah’s getting frustrated with family life, while Jack’s happy to have spent the day with his children while they taught Victoria how to ride a bike.
Tensions run high at the village meeting and Sean is torn between supporting Lisa and joining his family in blaming her for the bus crash. At the meeting, Sean defends safety at Tate Haulage and Lisa tells everyone that she advised Pete not to take the truck out but Chris manages to twist her words by accusing her of trying to pin the blame on a dead man. Roy leaps to her defence but, when Chris questions him, he has to admit that he didn't hear Lisa warn Pete and no one can back up her story.
Chris is overjoyed that he managed to ruin the village meeting but Laura warns him that the battle is far from over. Bernice finally succumbs to Ashley's charms and jumps to his defence when Betty and Viv brand him a thug. Richie is determined to move out the house but Sarah has second thoughts despite her decision that they should end their relationship.
Ashley wakes up with Bernice and is delighted when she says she wants to continue their relationship. Lisa's customers cancel their appointments after her revelation of negligence and she faces financial ruin leaving her with no option but to close down and move in with Betty. Kathy goes to confront Chris but is repelled by Laura who threatens to call the police so she seeks out Zoe and demands the truth.
Kelly feels Roy is selling himself short by taking on a new job working on the Sugden's farm. Her foul mood results in a fight with Mandy, whereupon Mandy vows to have nothing more to do with her. Seth and Zak are forced to contend with Cain who tags along on a poaching trip that abruptly ends when he inadvertently shoots Zak. Eric announces that he's going to stand for council in the local elections but gets off to a bad start with Ashley when he attempts to discuss the morals of a vicar sleeping with a barmaid.
Viv puts pay to a romantic meal between Donna and Marc when she storms in and demands her daughter leave. Ollie embarrasses Andy when she persuades him to dance with her and then laughs in his face causing him to run home in tears. Terry and Claudia arrange an evening out together that quickly turns to a night of passion.
Chris arrives at the Haulage Yard to find that the lorries have been sabotaged but threatens to fire the drivers unless they use them. Kathy and Angie suspect Cain is responsible but he is adamant that he is innocent. Following her public humiliation, Donna refuses to have anything more to do with Viv and is determined to live out her relationship with Marc. Sean and Angie are shocked to learn that Ollie has been stealing at school and has been expelled!
The Tate Haulage drivers go on strike, refusing to work in unsafe conditions, meaning Chris has no option but to seek help from arch enemy Sean. Zak tells Nellie that their night of passion meant nothing and demands she leave the house, professing that Lisa is the woman he loves and thus persuading her to move back in.
Lisa is livid to find out about Zak's night with Nellie and throws her out of the house. She refuses to listen to his pleas for forgiveness obstinate that she cannot trust him. Kathy attempts to disrupt a clandestine meeting Chris has arranged over the road accident but her intentions are foiled when a local paper captures her throwing a glass of brandy in his face. Sean chastises Ollie over allegations that she is a thief and threatens her with boarding school which pushes her to run away from home.
Chris confronts Claudia adamant that she must have told Kathy about his secret meeting. Her denials fall on deaf ears and he fires her causing her to pose the question to Terry; should they leave the village? Kathy is furious to see a Tate Haulage lorry so soon after the accident but Sean is more concerned with where Ollie might be. Andy is shocked to discover her in the Sugden's barn where she swears him to secrecy steadfast that she's not going home.
Bernice and Ashley get together when they go on a camping trip with Tricia and Adam who have less luck with their romantic exploits. Andy unsuccessfully tries to convince Ollie to go back to her parents but she shocks him with the revelation that Sarah and Richie are having an affair. Rejected by Zak, Nellie attempts to persuade Sam to return to Ireland with her, leaving him in an awkward predicament.
Robert isn't happy when Andy is allowed the day off school, knowing he's faking his illness. Zoe feels excluded when Frankie is spending most of her time with Jason, who is slowly but shortly outstaying his welcome at Home Farm. However, unbeknown to Zoe when Frankie tells him he can stay for as long as he wants. Tricia, Adam, Bernice and Ashley return to the village from their camping trip, however, it seems Ashley and Bernice were the only ones who truly enjoyed themselves. Andy brings Ollie suppliances who is still squatting in the Farm's barn. Ollie offers her condolences to Andy after what she heard between Sarah and Richie, Andy is reluctant to believe it. He tries to persuade her to contact her parents to reassure them she's okay,
Robert discovers Ollie’s hiding place and threatens to tell all where she is, she blackmails him using Andy as a source. After spending all night in the car, Eric and Sam awake outside the hotel to see Councillor Ecclestone leaving. Pollard takes several snaps to gather his evidence. Charity is furious when she’s conned by Pollard, who promised her £200 for her deeds with Ecclestone, but instead receives a blank piece of paper. Pollard tells her that her work is a pay-off for the money she stole off him at Butch’s funeral. Kathy persuades Bernice to join them on the Tate Haulage protest. Richie plans to take Sarah away for the day to look at a cottage in Robblesfield for the two of them. Richie covers for Sarah’s whereabouts by telling Jack that she has a physio appointment. Andy is suspicious.
Ollie returns home and Andy is left incredulous after Sarah chastises him for his involvement in the disappearance whilst all the time lying about her affair with Richie. Chris is furious to discover the weight restriction Councillor Ecclestone has imposed on the wagons and Kathy - pleased with chaos the protest caused - is released from prison.
Ollie comes to blows with Angie and stuns her with the revelation that Sarah is having an affair with Richie. Tricia persuades an unenthusiastic Adam to go on holiday to Spain with her so she persuades Carlos to give her Spanish lessons and becomes mesmerised by his accent. Kathy plans a holiday to Australia to celebrate her victory in getting the lorries restricted whilst Betty and Diane spar over who will run the diner in her absence.
Sarah fears her affair with Richie will be exposed after she finds out that Ollie has been telling everyone. She confronts Andy and tries to persuade him Ollie's imagination has run riot, but as suspense mounts so do the rumours. Eric and Alan come to blows over each other's election campaigns but the conflict is resolved when Alan suggests they should hold an open debate.
Sarah confesses that she's having an affair with Richie then drops the bombshell that she's planning to set up home with him! Betty is angered by Kathy's decision to let Diane manage the diner as she sees no reason why she can't do it. Sparks fly between Mandy and Paddy when Mandy suggests Jason could move in with them.
Eric's underhand methods for winning the election reach an all-time low when he covers up his rivals posters and Tricia advises Alan to adopt similar tactics raising the question, how low will the depths of their adversity sink to? Roy's hopes for a romantic evening with Kelly are shattered when she criticises him for losing his job, whilst Richie gives Sarah an ultimatum; tell Jack about their affair or he will.
Richie pressures Sarah, so she agrees to tell Jack. Ollie tells Angie that she saw Sarah and Richie kissing, so Angie warns her to keep quiet, but that doesn't stop Ollie from teasing her. Sarah confides in Angie that she isn't prepared to leave Jack and Angie tells her that she's playing with fire. But later in lost in lust with Richie, she tells him that they have waited long enough. Richie rushes home and packs his and Sarah's belongings. But when Robert turns up home early, Richie takes him out, leaving the cases in Sarah's bedroom. Jack and Sarah make it back home alone and Sarah tries to pluck up the courage to talk to Jack. She's unable to tell him, but when Jack goes upstairs and discovers the cases and an impatient Richie arrives, Richie spills the beans. As Sarah and Richie leave, a distraught Jack calls out her name. It's the day of the May Fair in Emmerdale and Bernice's first official engagement.
Jack tells his son Andy that their mother Sarah has left them and Andy breaks down in tears. Sarah is torn apart by her decision to leave Jack and fearing she may have made a mistake begs him to let her speak to the kids. Distraught and disillusioned, Jack tells her that as far as he's concerned, the children no longer have a mother.
When Viv finds out that Sarah has been staying with Richie at the farm, news of their affair hits the village like a thunderbolt. Kathy confronts Sarah, feeling she is utterly selfish, and sacks her. A potential appearance on local radio is spoiled for Andy when Mandy mischievously orchestrates it for Paddy to appear in his place. Sam gets caught up in Viv and Eric's electioneering and a decision to help them both out can only end in disaster.
Jack comes to regret a decision to let Angie collect the kids from school, when Angie is swayed by Sarah to let her talk to them. Victoria lets slip what happened and Jack confronts Angie and accuses her of betrayal. Adam is furious to find out Mandy and Paddy have taken over his radio appearance, even more so when Mandy is offered her own regular slot as a mystic vet consultant.
Jack rejects Ashley's offer of marriage counselling and meets Laura to discuss his impending battle for custody of his kids. An alcohol fuelled Adam confronts Mandy about stealing his radio job and Viv receives some unwelcome advice from Edna who tells her she'll never win if she continues to dress like a strumpet!
It's the day of the local election and the candidates are all desperate to win votes, no one more so than Eric who is not adverse to using bribery to secure votes. Tricia announces her informal exit pole and declares Alan the winner, but will this result be reflected in the official court? Ashley is torn between his commitment to the church and love for Bernice when he is confronted by the Bishop about their relationship. A letter from Sarah poses a dilemma for Jack; should he show it to the children or destroy it?
Eric is declared winner of the local election and gloats about his success much to many of the resident's anger. None more so than Chris who manages to get the crooked councillor to come to an 'arrangement,' but at what cost? Ashley's dilemma over his relationship with Bernice escalates when Viv accuses him of trampling on family values. Ashley can take no more when Edna calls Bernice a tarty landlady and confronts everyone at The Woolpack.
Edna storms in on Ashley's church service and confronts Sarah about her affair with Richie. Ashley attempts to intervene but Edna accuses him of being a corrupt vicar. Sean and Angie organise a party to celebrate Marc passing his exams, but are devastated when he arrives home only to reveal he's failed. Eric refuses to pay Charity for helping him win the election but soon changes his mind when she threatens to expose his electioneering to Councillor Ecclestone.
The Reynolds are in shock over Marc's exams, but he has a secret; he failed them deliberately and is planning to start a new independent life and move in with Marlon. Jack hides Sarah's letter and tells her the children don't want to see her. This causers her to run home distressed to Richie, but he's quickly loosing patience. Chris and Laura set about orchestrate a scam that will result in Sean taking the rap should Tate Haulage be found guilty in the crash investigation.
Sarah is lambasted by Viv and Edna over her relationship with Richie at the post office where they tell her child benefit is for children, not the cradle-snatching mothers and their toy boys! Later a confrontation in the pub results in a fight between Richie and Jack. Marc enjoys his new independence living with Marlon and the Reynolds attempts to get him to come home fall on deaf ears.
Jack repents over his behaviour towards Sarah and organises for the kids to visit her. However he soon comes to regret this when she tells the kids they will soon live with her permanently! Terry and Carlos are less enthusiastic about Marc living with them so confront Marlon and tell him his friend must move out. Scott is having difficulties getting his garage business off the ground and accepts a dubious loan arrangement from Eric that can only end badly.
Lady Tara hosts a home coming party and Chris unsuccessfully attempts to flirt with her to secure investment in Tate Haulage, whilst Adam turns up with Virginia despite the fact he's dating Tricia! Sean spirits Angie away upstairs, whereupon Chris and Tara walk in to find them in a compromising position. Jack decides the kids should go to Spain whilst he and Sarah battle it out for custody and whilst she is less than certain, he gives her no choice.
Kelly finds out that Roy was chatting up Tricia at the party, whilst Tricia quizzes Mandy about Adam's antics. Whilst Mandy bites her tongue, Marlon is faced with a dilemma; should he tell her what happened? The antagonism between Sarah and Jack is taking its toll on Richie and he confesses to Sarah that he feels they're not as close as they used to be.
Marlon is determined to expose Adam as a love-rat so he persuades Virginia to reveal the truth about him to Tricia. Roy is furious to find out that Kelly has got him a job interview to stack shelves in the local supermarket and this forces him to swallow his pride and accept Scott's offer of a job at the garage. Laura is angry that Lady Tara has lied about her dire financial state, but agrees to help her convince Chris and Zoe to run a stud farm.
Tricia turns up at Adam's for a romantic night in and is shocked to find Virginia there, calling him back to bed! Kelly is distressed to hear about Roy and Scott's new partnership and express her distaste, but Roy tells her she'd better get used to it. Zoe rejects Lady Tara's proposal that she should invest in a stud farm leaving Laura's plans in tatters.
Tricia is devastated after last night's events and has been up all night crying. Meanwhile, Marlon's over the moon and very pleased with himself. Bernice hounds on Marlon for setting Tricia up when he arrives at work looking very happy. Marlon feels terrible, but Bernice refuses to let him near Tricia. Alan has words with Adam, but it's clear he hasn't been hurt in any of this. Finally, Marlon manages to track Tricia down. He confesses that he was responsible for setting her up, but then tells her he fancies her like mad. Tricia's disgusted. Charity spots Chris handing Eric over a handful of cash and decides to take a trip up to Home Farm. She has a proposition for him and they agree to a private arrangement. Sam phones up the radio to speak to Mystic Mandy when he has problems with Arlie the pig. He's pleased with the advice he gets when they turn into good results.
Marlon is concerned that in his efforts to expose Adam he may have destroyed his friendship with Tricia, but Bernice is hopeful he will be able to repair the damage. Tricia regrets a decision to turn down an offer to stay the night at The Woolpack when a shadowy figure breaks into her room. Marc rejects Sean's attempts to persuade him to return home and moves in with Jack.
Tricia is left distressed by last night's burglary and suspicion falls upon Lisa who has a spare set of keys to the house. Angie asks Jason and Lisa to accompany her to the station and clear everything up, but a hungover Jason throws up, so Lisa goes alone. Jason is convinced Cain is responsible and confronts him, causing Cain to admit he has an incriminating piece of evidence; a locket taken from Tricia's room. Jason tells Cain if he takes the stuff back, then he'll keep quiet, but Cain doesn't take too kindly to being threatened and gives him a kicking.
In the aftermath of the burglary Lisa is questioned and it becomes obvious to Zak that she will be blamed. He resolves to clear her name and confronts the real culprit, Cain. Edna confronts Ashley over what she sees as his torrid affair and contacts the Bishop in an effort to get him expelled from the church.
The Bishop is influenced by Edna's malicious stirring and suggests Ashley leave the village. Ashley is faced with a dilemma; will Bernice want to move up North with him? Zak demands Cain return Kathy's belongings and Cain is forced to admit that he has already sold some of the jewellery. Tricia and Marlon's relationship develops and Tricia finally admits that she is considering starting a relationship with him.
Ashley tells Bernice he has to visit a parish in Leeds, but little does she know the real reason for his trip; a new job. Chris unsuccessfully attempts to woo Tara to secure her investment in Tate Haulage, but she is left unimpressed. Cain continues to antagonise the Dingles and things come to a head when he accuses Lisa of being responsible for Butch's death.
Bernice is excited at the prospect of her forthcoming wedding to Ashley whilst best woman Zoe is concerned to hear Bernice knows nothing of Ashley's plans to move up north. Things come to a head when Bernice reveals to Ashley that she has asked the Bishop - the cause of his discomfort - to marry them! Chris has dinner with Tara as part of his continuing attempts to get her to invest in Tate Haulage, but she is more interested in persuading him to invest in the Stud Farm.
Bernice and Ashley's wedding plans are put at stake when Ashley inadvertently lets slip to the Bishop that he hasn't told his soon-to-be wife about his plans to move to Leeds. Ashley's dilemma heightens when Bernice makes him promise that there will be no secrets between the two of them.
Money comes between Roy and Scott when Roy suggests they both take a pay cut for the greater good of the business. Kathy thanks Zak and Lisa for returning her stolen belongings but Zak still refuses to admit that it had anything to do with him. Jack shocks Diane by declaring he will fight Sarah to the bitter end and get custody of his children; no matter what.
The findings of the investigation into the bus crash are finally revealed; Tate Haulage is in the clear! A devastated Emily interrupts Chris's champagne celebration and demands to see the report. He gives it to her and Kathy circulates it around the village, stirring up resentment. Roy refuses to go to Scott's birthday meal and continues to nurse resentment for him in the aftermath of their altercation.
The results of the investigation into the bus crash are made public. Roy refuses to go to Scott's birthday meal. Emily breaks down after reading the investigation's report.
Kathy encourages Emily to fight against the results of the report. Sarah and Richie arrive back in the village. Donna tells Ollie she thinks Roy hit Scott.
Emily receives the offer of an out-of-court settlement from Chris. Donna is determined to find out what happened between Roy and Scott.
Emily is shaken by her anger towards Chris. Richie gets a frosty reception when he turns up at the Woolpack. Ollie lands herself a job working for Lady Tara.
Jack tells Diane he is not ready for another relationship. Kelly accuses Roy of flirting with Tricia. Jack tells Chris he is willing to sell him his farm land.
Ned apologises for his behavior at Kelly and Roy's wedding. Cain plots his revenge against the Reynolds for Butch's death. Frankie borrows Tara's car and it goes missing
Cain and Sam's revenge plans are unexpectedly interrupted by Sean and Emily. They mystery of Tara's missing car is resolved. Marlon is desperate to take Tricia on holiday.
Emily and Sam panic while Sean lies unconscious. Jack angrily rejects Angie's advice on his custody case. Ashley announces his engagement to Bernice at the Parish meeting.
Sam is distraught when Emily rejects him. Angie is tshocked when she finds Cain alone with Ollie in their house. Tara is pressed for money for the stud farm.
Tara's dire financial problems cause her distress. Laura returns from Monaco with news of Tara's divorce settlement. Zak goes on the hunt for Sam.
Laura is not happy when Tara tries to backtrack on her deal with her. Zak discovers the reason why Sam ran away. Bernice and Kathy go looking for wedding dresses.
Tragedy strikes when Paddy is kicked unconscious by a horse. Roy refuses to fix Richie's car. Ashley cannot bring himself to tell Bernice about his interview in Leeds.
Paddy remains in critical condition after his accident. Kelly is thrilled when Roy tells her about Ned's offer for them to move to Ibiza. Ashley tells Bernice about the job.
Bernice is in shock after Ashley's revelation and refuses to move to Leeds. Angie warns Cain to leave Ollie alone. Tara apologises to Sean about the incident with the horse.
Roy and Kelly prepare for their new lives in Ibiza. Bernice and Ashley refuse to compromise with each other. Sarah attempts to talk to Jack.
Kelly arrives back at the Woolpack and is confronted by Donna, who tells the whole pub about her and Scott. Chris agrees to let Sarah and Richie rent his cottage.
Viv refuses to let Kelly in her house after Donna's revelation about Scott. Tricia persuades Ashley to sacrifice his job for Bernice. Jack and Sarah continue to feud.
Jack rejects Sarah's request for Victoria to stay over at hers. Ashley is torn between his career and his love for Bernice. Kelly breaks down and blames herself for Roy leaving.
Bernice secretly visits the place where Ashley is considering working. Kelly receives a frosty reception at the Woolpack from Mandy and Edna.
Bernice decides to follow her heart and move to Leeds with Ashley. The harsh reality of divorce hits Andy and Robert. Viv evicts Scott from her house.
Edna makes her feelings known about Bernice's relationship with Ashley. Alan and Zak are furious to discover the Tates are running the school bus service.
A court hearing is set for Jack and Sarah. Andy accuses Sarah of splitting up the family. Ashley hosts his final service before moving to Leeds.
Ashley faces a dilemma when he has to tell the Bishop he has changed his mind about the job in Leeds. Seth is robbed by two teenage girls.
Betty is furious when she finds out about Seth's gambling. Jack questions Richie's commitment to Sarah. Marlon's dreams of running The Woolpack are shattered.
Charity's relationship with Chris faces complications thanks to Zak. Mandy is furious when Paddy announces that they are going to start trying for a baby.
Donna is confused by the revelations about Scott and Kelly. Everyone rallies round Seth after his mugging and urge him to go the police.
When Ollie tells her mother about Seth's mugging, she immediately suspects Ollie might know more than she's letting on. Viv is smitten with Bob, a hosiery salesman.
Richie and Sarah's relationship starts to wear thin. Moral crusader Edna is shocked to walk into the post office to find Viv and Bob kissing after their night of passion together.
Sarah is shocked to discover Richie has extended his invitation to have Scott stay longer. Kelly accepts Viv's offer to move home. Paddy decides to visit Mandy in Southampton.
Paddy is left speechless by a shocking discovery. Bernice, Tricia and Diane plans to find a man for Kathy take a hopeful turn when persuade haulage driver Mike to take her out.
Paddy returns from Southampton unsure if Mandy still loves him. The girls' plan to set up Kathy with Mike backfires. Seth has a big win on the horses and decides to treat Betty.
Mandy and Paddy's relationship remains on the rocks. Paddy is in turmoil and is not sure he can just forgive Mandy for her transgression.
Zak confronts Paddy, who later breaks down and admits to Mandy he is not sure how he will cope without her. Ollie feels she might know who mugged Seth.
Ollie tells Seth she knows who attacked him. Zak attempts to make amends with Paddy. Robert turns to Sarah for help with his GCSEs after Jack refuses to listen to his worries.
Seth confronts his attackers and Angie arrives to arrest the guilty pair. Sarah makes plans to celebrate Richie's birthday. Jack and Sarah's custody hearing grows ever closer.
The Sugdens' custody hearing begins. Jack is upset to learn that Robert visited Sarah for help. Viv is upset when Bob fails to turn up for a rendezvous they arranged.
Jack is devastated when the court makes its decision. Charity hits it off with Terry. Viv is excited about Bob spending the night. Seth returns to the Woolpack.
Terry confesses his feelings towards Charity. Turner worries that Paddy is turning into an alcoholic. Bernice and Ashley organise their wedding list.
Chris finds out about Terry's amorous behaviour towards Charity. Ollie is infatuated with Cain and is delighted when he invites her to Blackpool with him.
Angie is furious about Cain and Ollie. Charity attempts to persuade Chris to give Terry his job back. Paddy continues to drown his sorrows in drink.
Paddy had an awkward dinner with the Dingles. Chris has a secret tryst with Charity. Angie warns Cain to leave Ollie alone when she finds out about the plan to go to Blackpool.
Cain scares Angie out of her wits during a power cut. Gloria accosts Ashley. Paddy contemplates a wedding anniversary without Mandy and only a bottle of whisky for company.
Paddy is distraught over his crumbling relationship with Mandy. Joe reveals his visa has run out and will need to leave the country. Cain continues to pester Angie.
Gloria's attempts to win Paddy over end disastrously. After discovering Pollard wants to buy the diner, Marlon considers doing the same - if he can find the money.
Jason convinces Joe he should marry someone to stay in the country. Marlon asks Chris to help fund his investment in the diner.
Tricia agrees to marry Joe to help him stay in the country. Kathy is impressed by Marlon's well-presented business plan and agrees to a joint venture.
Richie finds life with Sarah increasingly stressful. Marlon is sceptical about Tricia's marriage of convenience to Joe.
Diane spends the evening with Jack. Marlon, Tricia, Joe and Jason discuss the wedding plans as Joe's visa expiration grows ever closer.
Diane's day turns sour when her ex-husband Rodney resurfaces. A gold trinket belonging to Lady Tara goes missing and suspicion falls on Frankie.
Tara questions Scott and Frankie over her missing gold trinket. Cain is delighted when he thinks he's secured a job lot of food tins, but he's in for a shock.
Angie finds Tara's stolen trinket in her bread bin and realises Cain has broken in. Cain manages to sell his bulk load of cat food to Seth.
Angie gets her revenge on Cain. Sam tries to unburden himself over the stolen food tins. Jason and Joe attempt to cheer up Paddy.
Bob prepares to leave and gives Viv a saucy going-away present. Sam prepares to drop a bombshell on his family. Adam's plans to give a talk to schoolchildren goes wrong.
Paddy slowly begins to get over his split with Mandy. Ashley has second thoughts about contacting Bernice's father. Emily assures him he has done the right thing.
Kelly makes a pass at Bob, much to Viv's horror. Diane is shaken by Rodney's arrival and tries to persuade Ashley to move out of the vicarage before Bernice returns.
Bernice gets the shock of her life when she comes home to be greeted by her father. Marc and Donna get carried away by the physical side of their relationship.
Bernice is left confused by the sudden re-emergence of her father and demands he leave. Donna is left confused after her night of passion with Marc.
Ashley is forced to accept that his idea to reunite Bernice with her father has backfired. Richie finds himself torn between his career and Sarah.
Ritchie turns down Chris's offer of further investment in Tate Technology. There are more shocks in store for Bernice.
Jack and Sarah discuss their divorce. Illicit passions rise between Sean and Tara while Angie and Cain's relationship takes an amorous twist.
Sean falls for Tara and is delighted when she takes him to a dinner party. Angie answers a police call concerning a robbery. Tricia and Joe set about creating a bogus past.
Angie suggests to Sean that they go on holiday. Sarah resolves to regain her independence, and starts job hunting.
Alan is livid when he discovers Tricia's plans to have a marriage of convenience with Joe. Sean and Angie come face-to-face with Cain and Tara.
Edna threatens to expose Tricia and Joe's sham marriage. Cain is stood up by Angie. A surprise birthday party for Seth results in an unexpected blunder. Zoe accuses Frankie of stealing after a theft occurs at the garage.
Sarah discovers Victoria wandering the streets alone.
A mysterious fire is started at Jack's barn, and Ritchie and Sarah are both caught up in it with tragic consequences.
Accusations fly in the aftermath of the fire. Meanwhile, Viv is surprised by a blast from the past.
The police decide the fire was started deliberately. Robert inadvertently supplies Andy with an alibi. Ashley tries to win back Bernice.
The police continue to quiz Jack about his involvement with the fire. Carol flirts with Scott and then decides to make a move on Terry.
Bernice makes a move on Carlos. Carol spends the night with Terry, causing an uneasy atmosphere in the Windsor household.
Richie continues to imply Jack was responsible for the fire. Carlos hatches a plan to bring Bernice and Ashley back together.
Jack is angered to find out that his affair with Diane has been ousted. Andy has a confession to make.
Jack's birthday celebrations are cut short when the police arrest him on suspicion of murder. Lisa breaks the news to Zak that she is pregnant.
A violent outburst ensues between Zak and Cain. Marlon makes an excuse not to attend Tricia's wedding.
Cain's birthday celebration does not go to plan. Jack appears before the magistrate.
Mayhem runs rife as Tricia prepares for her wedding. Chris and Charity enjoy an intimate moment.
Zoe is outraged when she discovers Chris has been having a relationship with a Dingle.
It is the day of the wedding and Marlon's preparations for his new restaurant are marred by the fact that Tricia is marrying another man.
Tricia's wedding day continues and Marlon's attempts to make his restaurant a success experience difficulties.
An uncomfortable dinner ensues after Angie arrives home early.
Friction erupts between Zoe and Charity, and a meeting turns into a shouting match. Zak is still trying to deal with the news that Cain is his son.
Emily sees Chris and Charity canoodling down a country lane. Sean arrives at the stud farm to see Tara.
Charity is forced to seek asylum at Home Farm when Cain overhears Emily questioning her about what she saw. Meanwhile, Chris and Terry ready themselves for Cain's wrath.
Jack gets permission to attend Sarah's funeral but is concerned about how his children and the other mourners will react to him when he arrives under guard.
Tensions run high as everyone gathers for Sarah's funeral and when Jack arrives handcuffed to a prison officer. Andy suffers a moral dilemma.
Charity collects her things from the Dingles. Jack warns Andy that he never must admit to what he did.
Sean summons up the courage to confess that he has not been faithful to Angie. A tense stand-off develops between Chris and Cain at the Woolpack.
Sean and Angie decide to work to save their marriage and go trucking for the day. Tensions run rife between Jack and Diane when he discovers she has been looking after Victoria.
A dinner party reaches a shocking crescendo while Marc and Ollie try to cover up a party of their own.
Sean is alarmed to find a pile of Christmas presents on his doorstep. Angie is concerned to see Sean and Cain talking together.
Kathy tries her best to cheer Andy up. Rodney makes Bernice doubt whether Ashley is the right man for her.
The village enjoy a magical Christmas as Bernice and Ashley marry. Andy is plagued by guilt as the Sugdens face the festive season without Jack.
Bernice and Ashley reflect on the success of their wedding. A romantic day between Bev and Adam is interrupted.
Controversy arises over Joe and Tricia's marriage of convenience. Adam's relationship with Bev suffers unforeseen turmoil.
Tricia, Joe and Marlon panic when a mysterious inspector arrives, assuming it's to check up on Tricia and Joe's marriage.
While Diane worries about what lies in store, Leyla's attraction to Liam grows, and Kim is glad of a distraction.
Jai catches Al in the act, Leyla is unsure where she stands, and Moira is thrown into panic.
Harriet is nervous ahead of a visit, Moira is confident about her plan, and Liam has a big decision to make.
Will is stunned by some news, and Harriet worries about the future. Meanwhile, Matty struggles to get through to Moira.
Dawn prepares for Lucas' arrival, Harriet makes a shocking discovery, and Danny asks for Sarah's help.
Charity sees red, Matty worries about what Moira is up to, and Sarah feels conflicted.
Pete is frustrated by Moira's behaviour, Graham receives a troubling call, and David and Leyla are troubled.
Dawn is blind-sided, Moira receives some harsh truths, and Sarah has a plan.
Diane returns with some news, Noah and Sarah unite, and Graham hides the truth.
Ryan confronts Graham, Aaron receives troubling news and Jai is feeling the pressure.
Aaron gives Liv cause for concern, Cain is surprised by Moira, and Jai's stress levels rise.
Aaron is full of remorse, Jamie blindsides Kim and Andrea, and Jai is on the edge.
Jai fights temptation, Rhona makes a discovery and Jamie confronts the truth.
Jai begins to unravel, Kim and Jamie unite and Rhona confronts Marlon.
Rhona shocks Vanessa, Kim learns some troubling news and Jai has a plan.
It is the opening day of Hawkford Outdoor Pursuits, and the first of a week-long storyline told from different perspectives. Kim summons Graham, and she and Al concoct a plan.
During the opening day of Hawkford Outdoor Pursuits, Jai is stressed and exhausted, while Laurel is left horrified.
During the opening day of Hawkford Outdoor Pursuits, Charity and Vanessa have plans, while Ryan makes a decision.
As more drama unfolds during the opening day of Hawkford Outdoor Pursuits, Andrea makes a discovery, and Belle is left confused.
It is the opening day of Hawksford Outdoor Pursuits, and while Rhona surprises Marlon, he is left determined.
In the final instalment set during the opening of Hawkford Outdoor Pursuits, Graham's day unfolds, and a series of flashbacks reveal the truth.
Graham's body is discovered, the police tell Rhona about his murder, and Rishi fears for someone close.
Jai is alarmed by what he hears, while Charity is floored by what she learns and wants answers.
Sarah is shocked when confronted by Charity, who struggles to process everything. A decision is made regarding the future.
Victoria is concerned when she learns Wendy has been off work, Rhona is intrigued by something she finds. and Kim is shocked by painful news.
Vanessa warns Rhona over something, Luke finds himself in an awkward position with Victoria, and a secret is revealed.
Amy is concerned by what she sees, and is unimpressed with Victoria, while someone is in court.
Rhona is determined to uncover the truth, David is left worried, and Tracy goes on a date.
A search gets underway, Wendy is left surprised by Victoria, and Jamie and Andrea do their best for Millie.
Laurel receives some shocking news, Luke gets himself a new job, and Vanessa stops Rhona from going too far.
Pete reflects on old memories, Arthur makes a shocking confession, and Rhona takes matters into her own hands.
Arthur has some explaining to do, Victoria overhears something that excites her, and Pete makes a decision about his future.
Belle is intrigued to learn something, Wendy is tempted after a discovery, and Laurel makes a decision.
A custody battle begins, Victoria takes back control of her life, and Pete leaves the village.
Marlon gets an unexpected visitor, Matty refuses Cain's help, and Belle makes a decision.
Rhona blurts out a theory while visiting Marlon, Vanessa feels trapped by Charity's lie, and Matty finds himself in danger at the farm.
Vanessa argues with Charity over the secret, Dawn encourages Will to think outside the box, and Liam and Leyla find themselves in an awkward moment.
Vanessa is worried, Ryan is forced to get Dawn to keep his secret, and she makes a discovery.
Brenda starts a raffle, Dawn prepares herself for a visit, and Moira receives a shock when Cain visits.
Vanessa is left desperate, Charity is disheartened, and Dawn hides her worries.
Billy contains his panic. Moira feels outcast, and Vanessa loses hope.
Mandy continues her campaign, Will feels guilty, and Harriet asks for assistance.
Marlon loses faith, Cain and Moira brace themselves, and Liam and Leyla are thwarted.
Cain is in shock, Paddy stays strong, and Leyla makes a move.
Rhona is terrified, Leanna is suspicious, and Vanessa pleads for information.
Rhona becomes frustrated when she is not taken seriously, Al and Kim receive some shocking news and Cain has disposed of the gun.
Vinny comes up with a cunning plan for the campaign. Moira makes a huge decision as she realises her future lies without Cain, and Kim makes a brave move in order to try to help.
Marlon sobs in his prison cell, Doug makes a decision and Arthur feels betrayed, while Jai is happy when Laurel moves in for a kiss.
Charity receives some life-changing news, Laurel comforts her son Arthur, and Marlon has hope at last.
Charity struggles to process everything, Marlon is overwhelmed and Arthur still feels betrayed.
Chas becomes suspicious that something is not right, Mandy finds herself seeking forgiveness and planning begins for Graham's funeral.
April receives an unwelcome message regarding her dad, and Tracy finds herself clashing with Cara. Meanwhile, Billy is offered a new job by someone unexpected.
Marlon finds himself guilty over April's recent bullying, Billy is forced to keep the truth from Dawn over Will and Harriet's arguing, and Charity struggles to bite her tongue over Vanessa's illness.
Marlon feels betrayed by the Dingles, Harriet is annoyed when Will breaks his promise, and Kim finds herself in deep water.
Dawn receives news about the custody of Lucas, Marlon makes a huge decision regarding his family, and Will reveals some information from his past.
Al has to work hard to get Ellis back onside, Will comes face to face with his past, and Cara is disappointed but supports Nate's decision.
Will is forced to go back to his old ways, Vanessa receives a date for her surgery, and Victoria makes a huge decision for her and Luke.
Vanessa is betrayed by Charity, Arthur is relieved when Laurel agrees to keep their secret from Jai, and Malone traps Will.
Will is relieved when he tells Cain everything about Malone, Laurel is torn when Jai thinks they should move in together, and Victoria decides to get Harry christened.
Cain faces up to Malone and soon realises he is not to be messed with, Vanessa feels it is time to tell everyone about her diagnosis. Samson is over the moon when Sam asks him to do an important job.
Laurel is forced to reveal all to Jai, Malone exerts his authority over Cain, and Mandy and Dan decide to go on a date together.
Samson finds a way to fund his trip, Laurel fights for her relationship with Jai, and Jamie is rattled by Andrea's custody intentions.
Jimmy is surprised by what he learns, Samson comes clean to a shocked Vinny, and Andrea is given an idea on how to set up Kim.
Laurel makes Arthur apologise to Nicola for the trouble he's caused Jimmy in front of the kids, while Andrea prepares to record Kim's confession. Sam and Lydia ask about the whereabouts of Sam's ring and Vanessa feels determined to head to work on the last day before her treatment begins.
Andrea urges Jamie to cut his mum out of his life, Sam still wants Vinny out of the house and Vanessa prepares to leave for her pre-op.
Tracy is taken aback when Vanessa tells her that she has prepared a last will and testament, while Billy wants to know Cain's plan for taking care of Malone. Leyla and Liam's plans to spend the evening together crumble and everyone is worried about Marlon.
Rhona realises Marlon's anxiety is worse than she thought and alarm bells start ringing when Marlon reveals the extent of the pain he is experiencing to Paddy. Belle's face drops when she sees that Jamie and Andrea are back together, while Billy grills a defensive Cain on whether he's dealt with Malone, while a troubled Will watches their exchange from afar.
Paddy and Marlon arrive at the hospital, but Paddy makes an enormous error, while Malone forces Billy to ask Cain to meet them at the scrapyard. Belle invites Ellis back to her place, desperate to put the memory of Jamie behind her.
Moira is delighted when Victoria asks her to be Harry's godmother, while Paddy is in turmoil and Chas is given good news.
There is an underlying tension between Paddy and Chas. Jacob starts to suspect that Pollard might like Brenda a little more than he is making out, and David gets some good news.
Chas fumes at Paddy, Victoria is awkward towards Luke, and Belle feels distant from Ellis.
Jamie feels guilty, Paddy and Chas worry over the impending visit, and Gabby and Leanna disapprove.
Jamie deals with consequences, Dan comes into serious danger, and Liam is forced to make a choice.
Brenda is nervous, Paddy feels anxious, and Dawn plays happy families with Lucas.
Brenda starts to panic, Lucas plays up with Dawn, and Will is anxious.
Pollard convinces Brenda to dispose of any incriminating evidence, Rhona worries about Moira's financial situation, and the pair open up to each other, while the chemistry sizzles between Priya and Al.
Rhona gets a windfall from Graham's will and goes into business with Moira, Cain tells Will to choose between him and Malone, and Al and Priya kiss.
Billy and Cain are stunned to discover that Will has stolen the 4x4 they were holding against Malone, and Cain makes it clear that Will has now signed his own death warrant. Al and Priya kiss again, but Jai interrupts, while Wendy encourages Bob to come up with his own idea for getting Luke and Victoria back together.
Malone seethes over Cain's betrayal. Bob puts his match making plan into action. Paddy becomes anxious.
Jamie explains to Paddy that the only way to solve the Vet’s money problems is to fire Belle. Rodney struggles when he’s left to run the cafe single handed.
Belle confronts Jamie for trying to get her fired. Mandy tries to get Lydia to agree to her organising her hen party.
Mandy decides to whisk Lydia off into town for a night out but soon they are left stranded by their taxi driver on a country road. In the confusion and argument with the driver, Mandy loses Lydia.
Vanessa and Charity are dropped off at the chemo unit. Sam and Lydia head to the alter surrounded by their family and friends.
Belle is taken aback when Jamie declares that he loves her and is going to leave Andrea for her. Vinny's dad Paul sits in his car across the road watching - fully aware his son is still in Emmerdale after all.
On her first day of chemotherapy, Vanessa urges Charity to stay home and look after a sick Moses. Kerry's appearance at the hospital makes Charity see red. Harriet and Will suggest to Dawn that she asks the social worker for advice. Mandy reveals more of her history with Paul to Lydia.
Charity hopes to claw her relationship with Vanessa back from the brink, but Vanessa remains angered by her behaviour the day before and plans a birthday night out for Rhona as she tries to escape the reality of her condition. Dawn is crestfallen to see how well the foster parents seem to get on with Lucas and is no longer sure having custody is the best thing for them, while Moira wonders what's going on with Cain.
Vanessa asks a big question of Charity, but the answer fails to help the situation, while Billy suggests to Dawn that she reaches out to Manpreet for some support. Will hears that Carol and Ted's visit upset Dawn, and Belle is horrified to realise that her salon appointment is at the same time as Andrea's.
Dawn is shocked when the foster parents arrive and accuse Will of threatening them, while Jamie secretly plans to meet up with Belle, and Vanessa asks Rhona to be Johnny's guardian in the event of her death.
Belle implores Jamie to forget about their affair and fix things with Andrea, while DI Malone explains a new dangerous job to Cain, Will and Billy - who cannot help but feel apprehensive. Leanna is pleased to cause a rift between Liam and Leyla, and Paddy struggles to hide his anxiety.
Will is startled to see the scale of the drug order he is being told to courier and even more shocked when he realises Billy and Cain are being used as decoys to draw police attention away from him. Chas is shocked at how much Paddy has been struggling with Eve, and Andrea struggles to keep a cool demeanour in front of Jamie and Millie.
When Rhona brings over Johnny's legal guardianship documents, Charity's hurt. As Rhona continues to interfere with her and Vanessa's life, Charity acts distant. Dawn's hostile towards Will, fearing that his lies may have endangered Lucas. Billy's worried when he sees how much Dawn's words have hurt Will. Arthur's confused when he comes downstairs to find PC Swirling at the front door.
Al and Priya get caught. Charity becomes anxious. Cain opens up to Moira.
Charity seeks out Priya for help. Harriet and Malone play with fire. Moira and Cain talk about the divorce.
Harriet feels guilty. Leyla fears she's ruined things with Liam. Vinny tells Mandy that she will like his new friend.
Will fears he's totally blown it. Lydia speculates about Vinny's new friend. Leyla is shocked when she sees what has happened.
Harriet feels a fraud regarding Will. Mandy steels herself to protect her son. Paul almost blows his cover.
Mandy finds out that Vinny's new friend Alex is actually his father Paul. She meets Paul to tell him to leave him alone, but the sparks fly when Vinnie walks in, and he tells him straight out. Vinny runs away after calling them both liars.
Andrea knows Jamie is lying. Moira takes out her annoyance on Rhona. Wendy wants another chance with Bob, and Manpreet has a plan.
Leyla and Andrea initiate their plan, while Rhona and Moira clash over an order. Rishi is alarmed by what he reads.
Jamie is worried about Andrea and Millie. Rhona is uneasy about her betrayal. Brenda wants an apology.
From the 28 day lock down, they go from puzzles and games to despair.
Cain finds a letter from Robert and hides it because he does not want to upset Aaron, but Aaron finds out and is furious. Problem is Cain lost it. Eventually, he finds it and gives it to Aaron.
It starts off with resentment for Mandy not telling Vinny about his dad, and 28 days later, they are in harmony. Problems solved, and singing karaoke.
They stress and talk through their troubles and end up laughing and happy.
Chas reveals her worries to Paddy during lock down and he attempts to help.
Ellis and Marlon's time in lock down is interrupted by a visitor. Tensions rise in the house and regrets spill to the surface.
Andrea's fears are confirmed. Vinny's hopeful, while Rhona and Nate fear they'll be found out.
Jamie sets off to find his wife. Leanna feels sorry for her dad Liam. Chas gives Bob advice.
Andrea has Jamie where she wants him. Matty and Cain both keep vigil at Moira's bedside. Will is worried as Harriet is acting strangely.
Belle is confused and heartbroken. Cain discovers Rhona and Nate's collaboration.
Kim makes threats. Jamie feels trapped as Andrea holds all the cards. Nicola slyly railroads Jimmy.
Lydia opens up to Chas. Harriet is left uneasy by Cain's threats. Jimmy tells Nicola not to interfere.
Jamie is at his lowest ebb and soon trapped. Harriet defends Malone. Tracy supports Charity.
Harriet is completely floored by Malone's admission. Will and Malone come to blows. Charity makes a deal.
Drama unfolds in the garage. Cain and Moira grow closer. Charity is frustrated by another dead end.
Sarah enacts a plan on Nicola's advice. Andrea's in a state of bliss. Jamie's mask slips.
Dan is left hopeful. Charity and Sarah overhear something. Amy forms a plan.
Priya confronts Sarah. Harriet is stopped in her tracks. Dan lashes out at Amelia.
Nate and Tracy receive surprising news. Priya decides to confront Al. Gabby feels fed-up.
Billy's left confused. Priya has a shocking encounter. Matty feigns bravado.
Charity is thrust into turmoil. Dawn and Harriet are unsettled. Dan struggles to pay his bills.
Al is unimpressed when Priya continues to try and cover up what he saw on the CCTV footage. Nervously, Charity asks Priya to set up a meeting between them and Kirin. When Dan's back goes into spasms, Amelia offers to fetch him some more painkillers. Amelia is worried to be forsaking her school work. Will is hurt when Dawn tells him that she doesn't want him around during the social worker's visit. After he storms out, Dawn is left feeling guilty.
Amelia comes down to find an embarrassed Dan. She tells him that she doesn't want to go to school and that she'd much rather stay there to look after him. Dan pleads with her to go and she leaves. Chas comes downstairs to find Paddy, who is deep in thought about Kirin. Chas thinks that they should let Charity get Kirin out of their lives for good.
Amelia's worried. Leyla double books, leaving Gabby out in the cold. David admits to Leyla that he's missed her help.
Gabby tries to escape her hurt. Things start looking up for Sam. Annie is remembered.
Leyla steps in to help Gabby. Belle's devastated her family has turned against her. Will Dan reveal the truth?
Andrea tells Moira the secret about the hit and run. Victoria returns full of resolve. The penny drops for Liv.
Moira confronts Belle, who plays dumb. Cain heads off armed with a bat. Aaron is ashamed when reminded of his past.
Aaron apologises. Luke follows Victoria upstairs. Cain offers Moira an olive branch, but will she accept?
Tracy fumes to realise Nate has been keeping a secret. A stranger named Meena arrives in the village. Aaron has future hopes.
Dawn's upset and soon left worried. Manpreet announces a family trip. Lydia anticipates her upcoming Huntington's Disease test results.
Mandy's eager to matchmake Vinny and Liv. Priya is concerned for Manpreet. Lydia struggles with her emotions.
Mandy opens up to Vinny. Lydia's test results are ready. Rishi is shocked at Manpreet's revelation.
Vinny makes a discovery. Aaron asks Bear for suggestions. Tracy attempts to get Cain and Nate together.
Vinny has a confrontation. Tracy opens up to Cain. Chas reflects on her relationship with Paddy.
Vinny wonders if he should open up to Mandy. Aaron receives a letter. Chas continues to become distant.
Bear worries about his son. Liv is pleasantly surprised. Mandy is evasive.
Will Belle have regrets over her actions? Chas and Al head for a picnic. Meena arrives to explain herself to Manpreet.
Will Jamie move ahead with his plan? Bear spots tension between Chas and Paddy. Ellis tries to help the Dawn and Billy situation.
Manpreet makes things hard for Meena. Luke confronts Jamie. Billy asks Ellis for advice about Dawn.
Luke finds Jamie unconscious. Billy guesses Dawn has a secret. Charity is lonely, having not heard from Vanessa.
Dawn makes a cruel move. Victoria finds a parcel on her doorstep. Charity wonders why Vanessa is avoiding her calls.
Dawn has a revelation. Charity's worried abut the state of her relationship. Victoria worries about broaching a subject with Moira.
Billy angrily refuses Ellis' apology. Victoria worries. Mandy reveals Bernie's instructions.
Paul offers to help Mandy. Aaron has an altercation. Marlon's chocked by what Bear tells him.
Belle struggles. Liv tries to convince Aaron. Bear stirs things up again.
Nate tries to encourage Belle. Mandy and Leyla come up with an agreement. Aaron feels sorry for himself.
Jamie sets a plan in motion. Leyla and Gabby plan something big. Dan's determined to start providing for his family again.
Sam encourages Belle to take her pills. Cain and Moira confront Jamie. Paul secretly chases the dream of a big win.
Vinny confronts Paul with bad results. Nate is given advice. Things get worse for Dan.
Vinny is still confused by what happened. Belle struggles. A mischievous Gabby decides to meddle.
Mandy is keen for her family to reunite. Gabby takes charge at work and fans the flames of Leyla's paranoia.
Liam is upset that Leyla is avoiding him. Harriet returns to the village as the Salon prepares to re-open.
Dan unwittingly puts Amelia in danger. Meena receives a surprise gift. Nate's hopeful.
Jamie is shocked. Amelia is out of reach. Gaby plays innocent.
Charity is gutted. Andrea makes a decision. Dan is emotional
Dawn asks for her job back. Charity plays with fire. Jamie is smug.
Moira has an emotional reunion. Priya has questions. Charity is guilty.
Tracy gets a call from Vanessa. Cain is shocked. Matty worries for Moira.
Charity is in a pickle. Moira faces a dark chapter from the past. Cain squares up in the village.
Cain and Sam plan revenge on Jamie. Charity starts to spiral out of control. Rhona reminds Moira that she's there if she needs her.
Mackenzie watches from the shadows. Paddy discovers Chas is back. Moira makes an olive branch phone call.
Charity urges Chas to sort out her relationship with Paddy. Tracy drops a bombshell. Cain squares up to Mackenzie.
Paddy needs Dutch courage. Gabby has an admission. Moira learns of Mackenzie's new position.
Chas is upset Paddy stayed out. Gabby worries. Nate gets a worrying call.
Bear's exasperated with Paddy. Lydia's shocked at Nate's admission. Vinny's uneasy with Mandy's idea.
Paul's hurt and angry. Amy tells a surprised David that someone fancies him. Belle's upset over the trouble she's caused.
Mandy's excited after receiving a call. Will makes some hurtful comments. Belle is hearing Lisa's voice again.
Dawn receives a call. Meena confronts David. Harriet despairs at being cut out of her own family.
Harriet panics. Mandy's worried about Vinny. Jimmy convinces Will to join him on a kayak adventure.
Dawn makes Jamie an offer. Vinny tells Mandy he's moving out. Belle's mental health continues to spiral.
Belle is in danger. Will apologises. Dawn is determined.
Moira breaks down. Mackenzie is suspicious. Chas tells Cain to get revenge.
Cain wants revenge. Sam begs Moira to help. Chas tries to get through to Charity.
Moira begs for forgiveness. Mackenzie humiliates Charity. Sam is supportive.
Nate attends his sentencing hearing. Matty's concerned about Moira. Chas dishes out some home truths.
Liam's left reeling. Priya is hurt when she has a suggestion. Jacob tells Leyla he's going to Portugal.
Will Gabby hold her nerve over her lies? Priya tries to explain to Al. Ben apologies to Aaron.
Jacob leaves for Portugal. Ellis has a suggesting for Al Will Priya get her wishes?
Billy reaches out to Dawn. Gabby feels guilty over the Leyla and Liam situation. Priya's in full planning mode.
Al tells Priya he has to go away for a few days. David tries to help Lela. Al lies through his teeth.
Jai tells Gabby about a job. Leanna intends to start a smear campaign on Gabby. Nicola tries to listen in on some gossip.
Harriet covers her tracks. Laurel and Jai receive news. Moira is left disappointed on Cain's birthday.
Moira is left devastated. Arthur is unwittingly insensitive. Mandy is missing contact with Vinny.
Paul worries Mandy will find out the truth. Charity is upset reading a letter from Vanessa. Noah makes a decision.
Paul decides to act. Mackenzie winds Moira up. Rishi is planning a surprise but won't say what.
Liv is frightened. Rishi announces his plans. Manpreet meddles for Meena.
Priya is annoyed with Jai. Manpreet reveals Meena's history to David. Brenda returns but is annoyed.
Rishi has an accident. Meena has a plan. Paul is uneasy.
Aaron overhears Paddy's plan. Manpreet is baffled. Dawn's in danger.
Harriet has some alarming news. Marlon has a good idea for Paddy. Billy's annoyed with Dawn.
Laurel and Jai have some devastating news. Tracy meddles. Will is panicked.
Laurel opens up to Rhona. Harriet feels the weight of the world on her shoulders. Tracy ropes Nate into having a word with Liam.
Laurel and Jai make a heart-breaking decision. Marlon and Rhona talk fondly.
Laurel and Jai speak to the kids. Tracy has a plan to reunite Leyla and Liam. Wendy's delighted by Victoria's offer.
Jai and Laurel arrive at the hospital. Gabby talks to Arthur. Will is concerned about Harriet.
Dawn is suspicious. Will suggests they bury Malone tomorrow. Dan is left an anonymous gift.
Will digs a new grave. Harriet is distracted during the carol service. Priya worries about Al behaving strangely.
Ellis and Marlon follow Billy. Moira invites Mack for Christmas. A return sends shockwaves through Emmerdale.
Mack overhears Kim. Jimmy is panic stricken. Charity is suspicious.
Chas has regrets. Paul is concerned. Jamie returns from his trip.
Andrea's left fuming. Laurel is full of self-loathing. Paddy panics.
Mack covers his tracks. Liv reveals a secret. Paddy reels.
Priya wants Al to herself. Charity is left angry and hurt. Cain organises a romantic night in.
Charity is full of resentment. Al's secret is revealed. Will the Dingle wedding go ahead?
Charity and Mack's plan backfires. Will Charity and Chas be able to patch things up? Priya meddles.
Will Al's secret be exposed? Marlon feels lonely. Mack has a proposition.
Andrea gives Jamie an ultimatum. Harriet struggles to move on. Mack spots an opportunity.
Marlon has plans. Mandy prepares for a boozy New Year's Eve. A vicar arrives in the village.
2004
The storm tightens its grip on the village and Marlon and Tricia's hopes and dreams are snatched away as their world comes crashing down around them.
The cleanup operation gets underway, but the aftermath worsens at the hospital when Tricia flatlines and is declared brain dead - but Marlon refuses to accept she has gone.
Louise is discharged from hospital and thrilled when Ashley allows her to stay with him. Meanwhile, Laurel tries to get over her crush before her friendship with Ashley is ruined. Also, Marlon ignores the doctor's opinion, convinced Tricia will come back to him.
Alan and Steph come to terms with the reality that Tricia's gone - something Marlon refuses to accept. Meanwhile, Zoe upsets Jack and Scott which leaves her without a workforce. Also, Louise and Ashley realise their romantic relationship may be coming to an end.
Scott is still furious towards Zoe and teaches her a lesson by taking Jean without Zoe's knowledge. Meanwhile, Marlon keeps up the fight to bring Tricia back, and Andy feels stifled by Jack's presence on the farm.
Zoe finally realises how her decision about Jean has affected Scott and allows him visiting rights. Meanwhile, Marlon realises it's the machines keeping Tricia alive and comes to terms with reality. Also, Terry is discharged from hospital.
Marlon’s faced with making the biggest decision of his life after doctors advise him on Tricia’s condition. Utterly heartbroken, Marlon stares lovingly at his wife, as her fate lies in his hands.
Marlon is distraught following Tricia’s death, just wanting to be left alone. The Dingles pull together to support their grieving family member, but worry about how Marlon is dealing with his loss.
Keen to get his life back on track, Terry arranges a meeting with Zoe to discuss when he can start back at work and is disappointed when the visit ends in frustration. He can’t help but feel put out when he arrives to see Scott has taken over many of his daily duties.
Terry has been kept awake all night with thoughts of Chris. He becomes more and more convinced that there may be some truth in Charity’s plea that Chris set her up. His discussions with Rachel the lawyer leave him none the wiser, but he decides to clear his conscience by talking to the police.
Zoe is careful to ensure that key people in Charity’s trial are kept firmly on her side. Terry feels awkward when Zoe gives him an old watch of Chris’s as a gift.
With Charity and Debbie depressed about the court case, Cain’s determined to help clear Charity's name.
Charity is desperate to rectify the damage caused by Cain the previous day at Home Farm but her pleas fall on deaf ears when Zoe blatantly refuses to listen to her sister-in-law.
Charity tries to console Debbie about worries over the trial but is up front with her daughter, warning her that there is a high chance she will be found guilty of murder.
Marlon is manic ensuring Tricia's send-off to be perfect, from her favourite quiche to the choir singing Take That. Steph, however, can't lose herself in organising and is distraught about the funeral.
All eyes are on Charity as she prepares to meet her fate in court. Several witnesses are called to be questioned on the first day of the trial. Charity and Debbie are on tenterhooks as Cain is called to the stand. Having originally made a statement condemning his cousin, Cain shocks the court by protesting her innocence, backing up Charity's story that Chris killed himself.
Tension is mounting in the court as the second day of the trial unfolds. In the dock, Scott is taken apart by the defence lawyer, much to Zoe’s horror as she was relying on her new lackey to strengthen the case against Charity.
Charity can't disguise her optimism; even Viv's comments about 'breakfast for a condemned woman' pass her by. To explain her buoyant mood to Debbie, she says Zoe may still feel for her.
Charity prepares to take her future into her own hands as she is called to the dock. Aware that this is her last stab at freedom she tries to remain composed. Sticking firmly to her statement, Charity is cross-examined but pleads not guilty once more.
Everyone expects Zoe to be happy, but she isn't. Although the trial went her way, and it's Jean's birthday, she still doesn't have Chris back. An awkward visit from Terry doesn't help.
It's the day the panel meet to discuss Daz's future - will he have to go back to Manchester? Daz is understandably terrified, but Andy is sure he can protect his brother.
Having been caught in the act with Katie and trapped in a burning garage, Robert is on the warpath as far as Daz is concerned and is determined to silence him before he blabs to Andy about the affair.
Andy's 18th starts with him in a foul mood - he still wants the truth about Daz and the fire. Robert reluctantly agrees to come to the farm to talk things through.
Daz can't understand why Andy is standing by Katie rather than believing him. Katie's proving ably manipulative, but still feels she's ruining Daz's life just for the sake of her and Robert
Jack and Diane both feel odd after last night's marriage proposal. Andy isn't interested in talking about it, so Jack has to reluctantly turn to, of all people, Diane's ex-husband Rodney. Rodney confirms that Diane loves Jack, but says the ultimatum may have been a bad move.
Diane and Jack both wake up very happy, though the 5:30am start isn't popular. Marlon and Louise are equally joyous on hearing the news, and break out the champagne for breakfast.
Diane is up early in preparation for her engagement party but her excitement is dampened when she sees the last of the scaffolding being removed from The Woolpack and her thoughts turn to Tricia.
The new face at The Woolpack has caused quite a stir as the locals gossip about Val. Val leads Diane to believe she has been beaten up by an old boyfriend and is clearly in a bit of trouble.
Val comforts Diane as she sheds a tear over Tricia. Thinking her bruised sibling is obviously in trouble, Diane is glad to have Val stay and has got used to the idea of having her younger sister around again.
Louise isn't happy that Val's staying for a few weeks, but Val is livid when told she'll be paying her way in The Woolpack kitchen. Marlon's not looking forward to it either.
Katie gets home to find Andy at home and making tea for her. She's unsettled, both by his unexpected presence and her situation, but manages to pass it off as wedding nerves.
Andy is bracing himself for a humiliating stag night at the hands of his brother, not knowing Robert is livid about being dumped by Katie to stop herself falling further in love.
Andy is worried that Robert's going to ruin the wedding whether he's best man or not. His fears look justified when Robert turns up so late that Ethan nearly cancels the rehearsal.
Sam's worried: he can't face jail again. Debbie says that like Charity, he'll go down for something he didn't do. Zak decides they need a cunning plan to keep Scott in line.
After a turbulent couple of months, Alan takes Shelley aside and thanks her for her support. They agree they have been through a lot with Tricia’s death and the devastation from the storm.
Eric has put new minority business partner Steph up for the night, but once the deal is official he finds her ordering him around and a turf war over desks breaks out.
Eric's infuriated that Steph is taking over his house. He can't get into his own bathroom and when he arrives at work late, Steph tells him off in front of the staff.
Debbie doesn't want to go to school and be bullied again, but Lisa persuades her she needs to make something of herself, and also asks Donna to keep an eye on her.
It is Saint Valentine's Day in the village and Donna is delighted to receive a mystery Valentine's card, hand-delivered by step-dad Bob, and immediately assumes that her secret admirer must be Robert.
It's the night before Katie and Andy’s big day and instead of a night on the tiles Katie opts for a quiet night in and a cosy chat with best friend Donna.
It's the morning after the night before and Katie wakes up with the best man on her wedding day.
At Andy and Katie’s wedding reception best man Robert hits the sauce and turns nasty as he comes to terms with the fact that his brother has married the girl he loves.
Scott is under pressure from Zoe to stop the Dingles disrupting business for the Tate empire, but things go from bad to worse when a Tate truck is run off the road.
Aaron begins to warm to Chas but things go down hill rapidly after she hears him on the phone to his dad, describing her a ‘nutter’, who's not as good as Sandra.
Full of remorse after belting her son Aaron, Chas decides to take an impromptu day-off from The Woolpack. When she bumps into Louise in the street, the landlady is less than impressed.
When Laurel calls round at the vicarage, to say goodbye to Ashley, it looks as if he's finally going to ask her to stay when there's an inconvenient knock at the door.
Ashley finally reveals his feelings for Laurel to everyone at her leaving party but when he finds her at the airport he finds it almost impossible to tell her how he feels.
With Eric away his workforce enjoy a pub lunch in The Woolpack and his worst fears soon become reality when Steph threatens to start docking wages if they’re late back from lunch.
Laurel is on cloud nine after sharing a romantic taxi ride and a goodnight kiss with Ashley. Ashley pops round to see her in the morning and they decide to make their first date dinner at Ashley's.
After storming out Dawn doesn’t want to see Terry. Terry is less than happy when he goes round to Bob’s to speak to Dawn and learns that she's been out with Scott.
Zoe discovers she has enemies other than the Dingles, as the attacks on her business intensify. Debbie is surprised to find Ethan a source of help and inspiration as she struggles to keep up with her homework. Nicola terrifies Simon when attempting to give him a makeover.
Things go from bad to even worse for Charity. Not only is she pregnant and doing life for a murder she didn’t commit, she hears some more bad news from her solicitor.
Charity’s baby seems to be responding to treatment and Debbie is delighted she has a brother at last. Her happiness is short-lived as Charity tells her she won’t be keeping the baby.
Zak decides to visit Cain and tell him about the baby's arrival. He is convinced the baby is his grandson and Cain must have his say in its future whatever Charity says. When Zak visits Charity she remains determined to give the baby up and it is only Debbie’s arrival that convinces her to agree to a paternity test on the baby, so they will know once and for all who the baby’s father is.
Carl’s photocopying of Zoe’s bid for the council contract has done the trick as Tom King and his sons celebrate winning the tender. But grabbing the refuse business is just for starters.
When Matthew King, of King & Sons, turns up at Home Farm offering to buy the Tate Trash wagons, Zoe soon realises that this could be a chance to make some money.
Marlon loses his taste for village life and makes a shock decision about his future. Terry's refusal to accept financial help forces Dawn to issue an ultimatium. Scott has to face the music when Zoe discovers the identity of the haulage yard supervisor.
When Robert turns up, Katie quickly makes her excuses and leaves. The very thought of him is driving her to distraction, so she's not happy when Donna wants to talk about him.
Still avoiding Robert, Katie makes her excuses when he offers her and Donna a lift to Hotten. When he turns up later with beers and Donna in tow Katie is not impressed.
In the kitchen at The Woolpack, Val sings to the vegetables and when Diane comes in she tells her that her ‘sap is rising’ and she's on the lookout for a man.
Sam’s chicks escape and as he rounds them up he hears ghostly noises coming from Holdgate Farm. Frightened, he confides in Emily, and they set off together to investigate the mysterious sounds.
Viv’s sharp tongue catches up with her as she manages to fall out with Emily, who tells her she's mean spirited, Chas, who she fires, and Donna, who decides to move out.
Val's persistence finally pays off and she enjoys an afternoon of passion. Terry manages to rise to the occasion for his wedding anniversary but is Dawn's mind elsewhere? Syd starts to tire of Chloe's mind games.
To celebrate Dawn and Terry’s wedding anniversary, Scott gives Dawn a bottle of Zoe’s champagne.
When Syd overhears Chloe joking to Danny that men need to be trained like dogs and she's got Syd well trained, Syd decides enough is enough and tells her that it's over.
Nursing a hangover after a boozy night out with Rodney, Val begins to find juggling two men at once hard work when she runs into both Danny and Rodney in the shop.
Marlon remains ensconced in the attic at Holdgate Farm and Emily thinks his gloom may be lifting when he allows her into his hideaway, but she is shocked by his strange behaviour.
When Tom goes to give Holdgate Farm the once over before agreeing to buy the place from Zoe, he hears Marlon moving about up in the attic and goes to investigate.
With only hours to get Marlon down from the attic before Tom sends in Jimmy, Emily is at her wits end until she discovers a package at the shop for Tricia.
Ashley and Ethan have their work cut out for them when an enraged and desperate Marlon decides to put God to the test, the Dingles keep a vigil at Noah's bedside, and Shadrach and Sam receive a nasty surprise when they try to connect with their new neighbours.
After Ashley tells Marlon that Gabby is all the family he needs now, Marlon rushes straight to the hospital to see baby Noah, having resolved to raise the child as his own.
When Marlon returns from the hospital disappointed that Chris was baby Noah’s father, Paddy feels obliged to tell Zoe the news. Zoe sets off to the hospital to see her nephew.
When Lisa visits Charity at the hospital, Charity gives her some polaroids of baby Noah to give to Zoe. When Lisa takes them to Home Farm she receives a very frosty reception.
With Noah on the mend, Charity faces up to a return to prison. As Charity waits for the van to take her back to jail, Zoe discusses Noah's adoption with her solicitor.
Zoe receives confirmation of the paternity test results and resolves to make sure she gets custody of Noah by making Charity an offer she believes she will not be able to refuse.
After Lisa tells Cain that Charity has sent Zoe pictures of baby Noah and seems more positive about her sentence he visits her in prison to find out what she's up to.
The Dingles put their plan to have their revenge against Scott into practise. As Scott sits in his car waiting for Dawn, the Dingles bundle him into the back of their van.
Charity is in for a shock when she visits Noah at the hospital. Zoe is there and tells her this is the last time she will be able to see the baby. When Charity says she intends to carry on coming to visit anyway Zoe threatens to go back on her part of the deal and refuse to change her testimony.
The morning after chucking Dawn out Terry sets about trying to save his marriage. His first port of call is The Woolpack where he warns Scott to keep away from his wife.
When Dawn takes TJ to see Terry he's hopeful they’ll be able to sort out their problems, but with Dawn adamant she's taking TJ to Spain the couple have another bitter row.
When Siobhan urges Val to act on her decision to finish with Danny things don’t go to plan. When Val visits Danny at work he has only one thing on his mind. The amorous pair enjoy a passionate kiss and arrange to meet up later.
Still a bit battered and bruised Rodney and Danny are able to put their fight behind them and over a brandy Rodney hands the keys to the Antiques Barn back to Danny. Val is in for a shock when she arrives at Rodney's, hoping to convince him to take her to California, and finds Danny there.
Val returns to the pub after a night at Siobhan’s hoping that the dust will have settled. How wrong can a woman be? Diane has her sister's bags packed ready for her.
News of Edna’s unlikely family history becomes village gossip, helped in no small part by the woman herself. For every high-minded moral pronouncement she makes, someone quietly whispers about her grandmother's occupation.
Ashley attempts the impossible by trying to comfort Edna over the rumours about her grandmother's shady past. Edna is not best pleased when Ashley suggests that the rumours may not be slanderous.
When Alan and Emily sit down with Marlon, to discuss planting a tree as a memorial to Tricia, it is clear Marlon's mind is elsewhere. Marlon is thinking about Carrie once again. As Marlon makes his way to her house Alan confides in Emily that he told Marlon about Carrie.
Emily is dismayed to find Marlon smartly dressed. She tries to explain that Carrie has undergone surgery and will not want the husband of the woman whose heart she has turning up. Marlon is convinced there's a connection them and receives a shock when Carrie slams the door on him when he explains who he is.
As Charity stands anxiously in the dock it looks as if Zoe has decided not to fulfill her promise when she is called to give evidence and is nowhere to be found.
Debbie’s hopes of living a happy family life at last are cruelly dashed when Zoe turns up with an envelope full of cash. Zoe explains to Debbie exactly what the money's for.
Charity is desperate to get Debbie to return home and Cain tells her she should use Zoe’s money to find a place for the three of them to live as a family. With Cain and Charity out of the way, Debbie returns collect the rest of her things and comes across Charity's cash.
Carrie becomes seriously alarmed as Marlon turns up on her doorstep clutching more poems dedicated to Tricia and his wedding photos. She lets him come in but soon wishes that she hadn’t.
When Emily pleads with Marlon to stay well away from Carrie he becomes angry and refuses to accept that his unwelcome visits could be upsetting Carrie and could land him in trouble.
It's the morning of Tricia’s tree planting memorial but as usual Marlon is preoccupied with Carrie and is determined to see her again, despite being removed from her house by the police. With the ceremony underway, Marlon sneaks off to see Carrie.
Jarvis is made to regret turning Simon down for the Emmerdale cricket team as he opens the batting for the opposition by hitting a six off the first ball of the match. Cunningly Rodney suggests that he bowls a few overs and has a word with Simon before he steps up to bowl.
Jack returns from taking Victoria to the child psychiatrist more worried than he was before he left. Victoria has been diagnosed as having become electively mute in response to a traumatic experience. Not only is he worried about what may have happened to Victoria, he is convinced the psychiatrist suspects him of child abuse.
When Victoria tells Jack she saw Robert kiss Katie and that her brother threatened her to keep quiet about it, Jack is devastated to learn his son has done such a thing. When Robert returns, Jack is furious and punches his son.
Robert’s eighteenth birthday is not one he's likely to forget in a hurry. Sporting an impressive looking black eye, he is marched around to the farm by Jack to collect his things. With Donna worried sick about where he's been Robert has some explaining to do.
Jack hopes Robert can put his affair with Katie behind him and gives his son a belated eighteenth birthday present. Robert heeds his dad's advice and decides not to return Katie's calls. Katie is more determined than ever that she and Robert should be together, and tells Chas that she is going to go and see Robert and Jack and lay her cards on the table.
After failing to stand up to Jack and admit he loves Katie, Robert regrets making a huge mistake. He goes to see Katie in the pub but Diane asks him to leave. Robert hangs around the pub and Katie later agrees to speak with him.
Knowing that Steph is desperate for somewhere to stash her phones, Zak devises a high-risk strategy to ensure Shadrach gets his wish and spends his last night of freedom with a woman. Zak tells a delighted Shadrach that Steph has agreed to go on a date with him. He then arranges a meeting with Steph to discuss payment for storing her phones.
With Shadrach nowhere to be found, Zak and Sam go in search of the feckless Dingle, knowing that if he's done a runner they could both be spending some time behind bars.
After another bitter row with Cain, Charity tells her lover that she has had enough of his childish ways and is moving out. Indignant, Cain later calls her bluff and visits Charity at work, emptying sacks of her belongings onto the floor.
Having spent the night at Holdgate Farm, Charity is delighted when Tom asks his guest to join him for a spot of breakfast. Jimmy is not happy about his father's breakfast arrangements.
Zoe finds herself feeling lonelier than ever after she makes a pass at a woman during the Chamber of Commerce dinner party at Home Farm. Unfortunately for Zoe the woman is straight. Drunk and sorry for herself, Zoe tells Paddy that she is frightened of spending the rest of her life alone.
Following their kiss the night before Scott wants to know where he stands but Zoe can’t get out of the house fast enough and drives off as Scott tries to talk to her
Delighted by his brother's misfortune, Zak accompanies Shadrach to meet Ethan at the church, where he’ll be doing his community service.
Katie finally finds the courage to walk out on Andy and leaves behind a letter. On her way to the station she decides she must say goodbye to Andy face to face. By the time she returns Andy has read the letter and Robert is by his side, after picking up his brother's distraught phone message for Jack.
Unable to believe that Katie has been having an affair with Robert, Andy asks her to tell him it's not true. When Robert insists it is him she loves Andy attacks him.
Furious at Katie’s betrayal, Andy sets about removing every trace of her from his life. Jack is disturbed to find him covered in blood, trying to remove his tattoo of Katie's name.
Dressed to kill, Donna goes to see Robert at the garage, looking for some answers. When Robert callously makes sure that Donna knows she meant nothing to him Donna takes her revenge. Leaving Robert rolling around on the floor in agony after kneeing him where it hurts Donna goes to commiserate with Andy with a couple of bottles of wine. Andy unnerves Donna by talking about killing Robert.
The effort that Charity has put into organising Tom’s party has not gone unnoticed. First Tom invites her out to lunch and then Matthew surprises her with a thank you present.
Charity’s plans for making a huge impression on the host at Tom’s party come unravelled, as Jimmy’s glamorous wife Sadie causes amazement by arriving late for the party in a helicopter.
Charity is furious as Sadie takes over Tom’s party and treats her as hired staff, ordering her about. Glamorous Sadie is in her element as the centre of attention but still manages to put everyone in their place. She also uses Sam's instant obsession with her to her advantage and grills him on Charity's history.
It's the morning after the night before and Sadie wastes no time in bossing contractors about to clear up the debris from the party. Tom is pleased by the success of the event but comments to Sadie that it's a shame it ended so badly for Charity and wonders if she's okay after her fall.
Sadie is furious that Charity has managed to worm her way into Tom’s affections. Taking her anger out on Matthew and Jimmy, Sadie tells the brothers they should have kept a closer eye on their father.
As the bulldozers move in the villagers watch in horror as they realise there's little they can do to stop the development. However, there is help at hand from an unexpected source.
Jack’s attempt to build bridges by inviting his two sons round for lunch goes horribly wrong, as his eagerness to sort things out only manages to drive the brothers even further apart.
When Katie calls, Andy agrees to go and see her. Assuming Katie has asked him over so that he’ll take her back, Andy is furious when he discovers this is not the case.
Still angry and upset after seeing Katie, Andy drowns his sorrows in The Woolpack. His predicament is not helped when Cain decides to play devil's advocate and winds Andy up about Robert. Andy storms out of the pub and fetches his shotgun.
Jack remains unconscious and the doctors don’t know whether he’ll pull through. Robert and Andy both stick to their story that the shooting happened accidentally and the police release them for now.
Dawn uses court to take her revenge on Terry, Donna is dressed to impress, Jack slips in and out of consciousness, and it looks like it could be Zak's lucky day.
Diane is worried sick to find Jack still drifting in and out of consciousness when she arrives at the hospital. Her mood quickly turns to anger, as she demands answers from Andy. Andy sticks to his story that the shooting was an accident and he doesn’t know what happened.
Diane keeps vigil at unconscious Jack’s bedside, Jack opens his eyes telling him upbeat stories about her travels. She becomes emotional when she realises they never got round to planning their wedding as he lies motionless beside her.
Knowing full well why he's lying in hospital recovering from a gunshot wound, Jack demands the truth from Andy. Andy's reluctant confession that he meant to kill Robert leaves Jack silently furious. Andy flees the hospital and confides in Daz that he feels that Jack is going to make sure he gets what he deserves by sending him to jail.
When the doctor tells Jack he's free to go detectives wait out side his room eager to take his statement. Robert begs his father to think carefully before he speaks to them. The detectives make it plain to Jack from the outset that they know why Andy shot him.
Terry is full of enthusiasm for his plan of sharing joint custody of TJ with Dawn. After they sit down with Terry's solicitor it becomes clear that Dawn's not at all keen.
Charity is delighted to be invited to dinner with some of Tom’s friends. Charity is well and truly set-up when Sadie primes the conservative guests on the finer points of Charity's past.
After her disastrous night at Tom’s dinner party Charity has Chas to contend with when she has to admit that she threw her cousins best shoes away in a fit of rage.
Sadie is dismayed to find a very happy Charity and Tom tucking into a champagne breakfast. At lunch in The Woolpack, Sadie can’t resist having a vicious snipe at Charity the moment Tom goes to the bar and tells her that Tom normally goes for women who have more class.
Zoe decides to give Scott a really hard time after seeing him smuggle Chloe into his flat the previous evening. She informs him that he has to collect her car before breakfast. Later, tired of being mistreated by the woman he loves Scott heads to The Woolpack.
Deciding that if they are going to be together they need to make some time to be together, Scott and Zoe take the afternoon off and have a picnic on the lawn.
As a glamorous Nicola sets off for her school reunion with Syd in tow, intent of provoking envy among her former classmates, Simon wants a quiet word with Rodney about his daughter. Rodney is delighted when Simon asks him for Nicola's hand in marriage.
Katie tells Chas that she can’t go on living in the village when everyone hates her, so she's decided to leave. Chas says she should ask Robert to go away with her. Katie broaches the subject of moving away with Robert, but when he says that he wants to stay in the village to work things out with his dad, Katie realises that he's not prepared to leave.
Although Simon has been avoiding her Nicola is convinced that he's about to propose. When she spots a ring box in his van Simon tells her it's cufflinks he's borrowed from Paddy. When Simon goes round to see Nicola to speak have it out with her he realises that she's expecting him to propose so he makes his excuses and leaves.
Nicola’s belief that Simon is about to propose is confirmed when the fishmonger puts aside his doubts and pops the question.
Nicola attempts to talk to Simon but he is not interested in listening to her. Upset, Nicola tells Rodney the engagement is off. Rodney goes ballistic when her hears the full story.
When Rodney catches Nicola feeling sorry for herself he tells her that if she wants to win Simon back she must do something about it. She decides a party is the answer. Having made herself deeply unpopular in the village, Nicola has her work cut out trying to persuade her former friends to come. Meanwhile, Rodney invites Simon over, telling him that although he's split up with Nicola he’d still like to be his friend.
A delighted Charity tells Chas she thinks she's got Sadie right where she wants her because she believes she's having an affair behind Jimmy’s back.
When Tom finds Charity in the office taking the safe keys from her bag he is suspicious but doesn’t tell her about the missing money. Charity demands to know what's going on.
Debbie’s interest in Ethan develops into a full-blown crush as she goes to see him in make-up and a short skirt. She is shocked when Ethan introduces her to his fiancé Niamh. Disappointed Debbie returns home to encounter Cain in a rage about the way she’s dressed.
Debbie overhears Ethan arguing with his fiancé Niamh, and believing the curate's relationship is on its last legs, decides it is time to make sure that he takes some notice of her. Having had her make-up destroyed by Cain she goes to see Chas at The Woolpack, who helps her get made up.
Eager to consummate his relationship with Zoe Scott decides to pull out all the stops and procures chocolates and champagne from the shop. Zoe tells Scott she can't remember the time she slept with him before. Deeply hurt Scott storms out and Zoe attempts to make him stay. When Debbie fails to come home after Cain's outburst in the pub her father turns up at Pear Tree Cottage demanding that she returns home. After agreeing to look after TJ while Dawn works for Eric Pollard at the factory Terry finds himself out of a job when his boss rings up demanding to know where he is and Terry tells him to stick his job.
Scott decides that if Zoe doesn't want a full physical relationship with him then he has no option but to move out. While Viv encourages him to leave Zoe confides in Ashley. Debbie is rude to Charity in front of Ethan who tells her off for being so hostile towards her mother. Later Debbie goes to see Charity at Pear Tree Cottage and apologises to her mum. Steph tells Shelly that she is convinced she can get Eric to ask her to move back in and is soon proved right. With a little encouragement from Rodney Danny asks his able assistant Donna out on another date.
Debbie catches up with Ethan he offers her a place on a church trip to France. Although dubious about hanging out with a group of young Christians Debbie says she'd like to go on the trip, believing that Ethan will be going. She is soon disappointed when the curate reveals that he is not going on the trip. Having spent the night with Zoe Scott is on cloud nine and refuses to let his mother put a dampener on things. Scott stops Viv in her tracks, just as she's about to launch into a long spiel about how Zoe is using him, by inviting her round to Home Farm for tea. Sam is in a flap when his hen Belinda comes down with a mystery ailment. When Sam phones Paddy the vet is out on a job but tells Sam to bring the hens to him. In a panic Sam piles his chickens into Cain's BMW and tears through the village. When one of the hens escapes from it's cage and flaps about in the car Sam is unable to see where he is going and does not see Edna who has run out into the road after Tootsie. Hitting Edna
Tootsie leads Jarvis and Shadrach to Edna and Sam makes himself scarce claiming that he is ill. Jarvis goes to phone for help while Shadrach sinks to news depths as he takes advantage of Jarvis's absence to help himself to Edna's cash. When the police arrive on the scene they find a broken wing mirror and say that it looks like they are dealing with a case of hit and run. Ethan runs into Cain in the shop and tells him about the trip to France. When Cain hears that there are assisted places available on the trip he takes exception to what he sees as an offer of charity. The Hope family's visit to Home Farm goes surprisingly well despite Viv kicking off proceedings with a few ill-advised remarks about baby Christopher looking poorly.
The police arrive at the hospital to interview Edna about the hit and run incident and return her bag. Debbie is delighted when Charity agrees to give the parental consent that will allow her to go on the church trip to France. At the hospital surrounded by geriatrics Edna is depressed and anxious about having to undergo the operation to replace her hip. Her mood is not improved when Len arrives with Laurel and Pearl who makes a series of tactless remarks about Edna's age. When the police arrive at Café Hope Viv is eager to help them with their enquiries and lets them know that Cain Dingle is the owner of a black car.
Sam struggles to contain his guilt and makes a shocking confession to Jarvis. Debbie disowns Cain after his cruelty towards Sam. Donna plays it cool - but is it too cool for Danny?
Lisa is dismayed when Jarvis confirms that Cain's claims about Sam being responsible for knocking Edna down are true. Lisa and Jarvis are disappointed to find Sam packing his bags to leave. Jarvis makes it plain to Sam where his responsibilities lie. Petrified of going to prison again Sam is reluctant to go to the police but Lisa convinces him that he can't run away from his conscience. After Sam goes to the police station, where he is charged, he visits Edna in hospital. She is furious when he turns up, telling him he is wicked. Cain seems hell bent on making himself the most unpopular man in the whole of the Dales. First he tells Debbie that if she goes on the trip to France she won't be welcome at home again. Driving his daughter away is just for starters. Killing Sam's chickens is also clearly not enough for Cain who is determined to make Sam suffer for landing him in hot water. When Sam returns from Hotton and Lisa tells Cain that Sam has been to see the police Cain goes to shake
Zoe struggles to keep her relationship with Rachel the solicitor on a purely business footing. Sam is on the receiving end of a village backlash. Charity wins back her job with Tom.
After the social worker visits Home Farm to assess Zoe's suitability to adopt Christopher Zoe enjoys a drink with her solicitor Rachel and neither can deny the strong mutual attraction between them. Meanwhile, Viv is on her way to Home Farm to drop off the children and is horrified when she walks in on Zoe and Rachel kissing. Will Viv tell Scott about the passionate embrace she has witnessed between his new partner and her solicitor? Andy and Daz struggle with the immense workload on the farm. In desperate need of assistance, Andy offers to pay Cain to help and also agrees that in return for labour Cain can park his car on their land. Does Andy's involvement with Cain spell trouble ahead for the young farmer
Having witnessed Zoe kissing Rachel Viv has to decide whether or not to tell Scott the painful truth. When Bob counsels her to keep it quiet Viv incredibly manages to keep schtum. Still none the wiser Scott leaves the pub and bumps straight into Zoe who, assuming that Viv has already spilled the beans, blurts out that it was only one kiss. Scott is deeply hurt, and tells Zoe he is moving out of Home Farm. She begs him to stay, but her words fall on deaf ears as he claims he can't cope with the realisation that she will never return the love he has for her. Charity declines Tom's offer of a drink, explaining to Chas that she is playing hard to get. Will her new tactic work or will it backfire? Shelly and Alan Turner agree to elope to Spain together. How will hotheaded Steph react when she hears the news?
Steph is suspicious when Alan invites her to the B&B for a slap up dinner. She is appalled when her father announces that he is planning to emigrate to Spain with Shelly. True to form selfish Steph bursts into tears and hurls abuse at the distraught couple. Will Alan and Shelly allow Steph to ruin their plans? Viv comforts a humiliated Scott, and turns Zoe away when she arrives to see him. Rachel goes to Home Farm, hoping to spend some time with Zoe, but quickly leaves when she realises how upset her client is over Scott. As Rachel exits, Scott approaches the house, but on seeing his love rival he is angered and marches off. Charity continues to play games with Tom by pretending to ignore him. He tries to make conversation but she remains blasé, determined to keep him guessing about her feelings for him. Will the millionaire grow tired of Charity's games or has she done enough to win his heart and his wallet?
In the Woolpack Charity decides to up the ante in her bid to bag Tom King by indulging in a spot of outrageous flirting with Syd. Jealous Tom watches from the bar. Will Charity's plans produce the result she's looking for or has she gone too far this time? Having reacted badly to Turner and Shelly's news, Steph finally appears to have come round to the idea after a long chat with her father. Shelly is thrilled that Steph has seen sense, but her relief is short-lived as scheming Steph pushes Shelly into a cupboard and locks the door. Steph insists that Shelly will not steal her father again, and only when Shelly agrees is she finally let out. Malicious Steph then insists that her friend tell Turner the trip must be cancelled. Zoe tells Scott that they need to talk, but still feeling betrayed he refuses. Ashley consoles an upset Zoe while Chloe lets Scott know that she's there if he needs her.
Sick of Charity's attempts to make him jealous Tom lays his cards on the table and tells her that he wants to be with her and he believes the feeling is mutual. Still smarting from Tom's failure to trust her over the missing money Charity tells him that she wants to be with someone who will believe her before he believes his family when push comes to shove. Charity thinks that her candour may have cost her chance of happiness with Tom but she is in for a surprise when the millionaire asks her to marry him. Needless to say Charity is delighted. Shelly decides to stand her ground after Steph's threatening behaviour the previous day. However, Steph manipulates her into believing she is being unfair to Alan and so Shelly tearfully tells him she cannot go to Spain after all. Danny is annoyed when Chas and Carl take his Polaroid camera without asking, especially when they come downstairs giggling, obviously up to no good.
Thinking she had seen off Charity's bid to bag Tom and his millions Sadie gets the shock of her life when Tom gathers the King clan together and announces his wedding plans. Sadie quietly warns Charity that Tom will soon find out what she's up to, but is left fuming when Charity triumphantly points out that she will soon be her mother-in-law. Carl insists he's not afraid of his dad, Chas calls his bluff by threatening to show Tom the nude Polaroids. She takes it one step too far by addressing the pictures to Tom before popping them into the post box. Furious Carl asks Paul to retrieve the envelope, but Paul refuses, knowing it's more that his job's worth. In a rage, Carl thumps Paul, leaving Siobhan livid and Chas dumbstruck. Steph is delighted that she seems to have put the kibosh on Shelly and Alan's big plans. But it looks as if the worm has turned when Shelly finds the courage to tell Alan that she thinks they should go ahead with their plans. Taken From itv.com
Determined to avoid more trouble with his dad, Carl waits for Paul to deliver the post in the hope that he can retrieve the saucy snaps of Chas before Tom sees them. Unfortunately Carl's hopes are dashed when Paul arrives and Matthew swipes the envelope from him and opens it. Matthew decides to keep the photos to ensure that Carl does some work for a change.
Paul tries to patch things up with Carl by helping him fix the guttering. As the pair lark about on the roof, Carl throws something at Paul and Paul loses his footing. Carl watches in horror as Paul falls to his death on the ground below. In a blind panic, Carl goes to Jimmy and Matthew for assistance and the brothers decide to make Paul's death look like an accident by moving him to his own garden. Later, Siobhan returns from the pub with Chloe and is horror-stricken to find her husband's lifeless body. As Siobhan desperately cradles Paul, Chloe tearfully rings for an ambulance. When Tom and Charity celebrate their engagement in the Woolpack Chas makes the most of Tom's generosity and after one too many drinks Cain is forced to take her home. Sadie seizes the opportunity to wind Charity up about her family's riotous behaviour.
When the police visit Holdgate Farm Carl manages to answer their questions about Paul's death but he has more problems with his own conscience and decides he must tell Siobhan what happened. Carl makes his way to Siobhan's but is intercepted by his brothers who convince him not to speak to Siobhan about what happened. Will Carl's conscience allow him to keep quiet about his hand in Paul's untimely death? Meanwhile, a devastated Siobhan begins to blame herself for Paul's death, having been out the night that he died. Marlon comforts her as she struggles to make sense of what happened has to her husband. Edna is feeling down after being told by a social worker that she cannot return home until she is more mobile. Forced to practise using a Zimmer frame, Edna feels that she has been robbed of her dignity and independence.
Relieved to be out of hospital at last Edna returns home to Emmerdale. However, she is not happy about having to be carried over the threshold in full view of her neighbours. How will Edna cope now that she's been robbed of her independence? After a string of visitors Edna is shocked to find Sam on her doorstep clutching a bunch of flowers and desperate for forgiveness. Later Sam appears in court for the hit and run, but what will the judge decide? Matthew takes action to keep Carl and Siobhan apart as he worries that Carl will not be able to keep quiet about the accident. He visits Siobhan and invents a story to strike up a bond with her. Jimmy is annoyed by Matthew's dishonesty until his brother reveals an ulterior motive. Whatever can it be? Terry caves into pressure from Dawn's nagging mother and agrees to let his estranged wife live at Connelton View while he moves into a room that Louise has offered him at the Woolpack. As Terry gathers his belongings, mother-in-law from hell
Having persuaded Siobhan to go and stay with friends for a while Matthew is a relieved man, but he is made uneasy when Sadie becomes suspicious about Carl's sudden trip to Romania. Jimmy assures his brother that he has not breathed a word to his wife. If Sadie does work out what the King brothers have been up to will she use it to her advantage? Edna remains determined not to be beaten by her immobility but struggles to carry out day-to-day tasks. In doing so she suffers a fall trying to care for Tootsie. Jarvis hears his friend cry for help and rushes round to check on Edna, who is humiliated at being carried into the sitting room. To Edna's horror, Jarvis later returns with an overnight bag and insists on staying to help out. Robert throws himself into his work in an attempt to keep his mind off Katie. When Donna makes a snide remark about him moping after the runaway bride he retorts that she is just jealous nobody cares that way about her.
Shelley has an anxious moment when the estate agent arrives to value the B&B just as Steph pays a visit. Shelley tells him to go indoors and Steph is none the wiser. However, when Steph overhears Val chatting up the estate agent in The Woolpack she realises what's going on.
Furious with Shelley for standing up to her, Steph decides to make her former friend's life hell. Steph breaks some cups that Shelley has packed and then accuses Shelley of breaking them. Steph tells Shelley that she will dock her wages for the breakage.
When Marlon breaks the news to Sam and Shadrach that he has had a call to say Zak has been arrested at customs for smuggling Rodney’s vine, Shadrach sees a moneymaking opportunity. All they have to do, he tells Sam, is go to the garden centre and buy a grapevine and pass it off as the vine Zak was supposed to bring back.
With Zak in police custody following his attempt to smuggle Rodney’s vine into the country, the Dingle coffers are empty. Lisa tells Sam and Shadrach it's time for drastic money making action.
Marlon reluctantly lets Lisa stash the stolen meat in The Woolpack fridge and the police are frustrated when they pay the Dingles another visit and there is no cow to be found. Finding the barn bloody, the police are sure the Dingles are guilty.
Edna continues to refuse help from her neighbours and refusing to use the commode sets of for Café Hope to use the toilet. When she has an accident, Viv offers her sympathy. She offers her a cup of tea and tells her that her mother had to give in and use a commode in the end. Edna angrily returns home to find that Sam has built her a ramp.
At the adoption hearing, Charity pauses before confirming that she does not feel able to bring up her son. Faced with such an unusual case the judge decides to call a recess. As Charity leaves the court, Zoe goes to thank her but Charity cuts her short, telling her it was a business arrangement.
As Charity moves her stuff out of Pear Tree Cottage with Tom she comes across a photo of Noah, and Tom asks her whether she really wants to give her son up? Charity tells him that she doesn’t like the thought of him being brought up by strangers. He tells her that at his time of life he wasn’t planning to raise any more kids and tells her that she must decide whether she wants to keep Noah.
When Tom announces to his assembled offspring that Charity’s baby Noah is coming to live there with them, Sadie pretends to be delighted and offers to help Charity out with the baby. Once she's alone with Jimmy, Sadie tells her husband that baby Noah is likely to prove the passion killer that will drive a wedge between Tom and Charity.
Determined to run away with the children, Zoe tells Scott he will have to come back later if wants to spend time with Jean. When he returns Zoe is about to leave.
Matthew shocks Carl and Jimmy when he tells them that he is going to go to Paul’s funeral. After the funeral, Siobhan tells Matthew that she would like to sell the house. Jimmy is shocked when he goes to the shop and Emily mentions Matthew's offer for the house.
Tom is angry when he hears there's been a break-in at the yard. He speaks to his security boss and learns there was no break-in on the night of his engagement party.
Tom decides he's had enough deception from his sons and summons them to Sunday lunch. After the meal, he tells Charity and Sadie he’d like a few minutes alone with his sons. When Tom asks them whether there's anything they’d like to tell him, he grows angry as Matthew and Jimmy attempt to invent more excuses and point the finger at Carl.
When Charity arranges for the lawyer who helped get her out of jail to represent Sam, Lisa assures Sam that thoughts of going back to prison will soon be a bad memory. However, Lisa is not impressed when a junior partner in the law firm turns up and tells her that Charity's lawyer doesn’t attend to small cases.
In the shop, Viv remarks to Alan about Shelley being the one who usually spends his money, Alan demands to know what Viv means. Viv tells him to ask Steph about Shelley. At the factory, Alan confronts Steph who hints that there are things about Shelley he wouldn’t like to know.
Unable to bear the thought that Steph has sown seeds of doubt in Alan’s mind about her intentions towards him and his money, Shelly gets up early and prepares to leave Emmerdale. Alan is shocked when he takes Shelly breakfast and discovers that she has gone and left the ring he gave her behind.
Tash apologises to Simon for putting his relationship with Nicola in jeopardy and Simon gives her a friendly peck on the cheek. Unfortunately, Nicola happens to witness their kiss and sees red. This time she decides not to resort to violence and opts to use her malicious tongue.
As the Dingles prepare for Sam’s departure, Charity, Cain and Sam head off to the village in the van to stock up on beer. In the village, Edna calls out to Sam. Edna tells Sam that she will see him in court and tells him that he is being brave to face up what to he's done. At the end of his going away party, Sam makes himself scarce.
Terry excitedly decorates his house with balloons and banners in anticipation of Dawn and TJ’s return from Spain. He is devastated when Dawn returns without the baby explaining he caught a cold and would be better off staying with her mother for a few days.
Andy's financial worries deepen when the combine harvester he has borrowed breaks down on him. When Lisa tells him that the part alone will cost two grand he despairs of his situation. Zak and Cain offer to help come up with a plan to ease his financial worries.
Andy gets cold feet about the cattle clocking scam but Zak and Cain set the wheels in motion by procuring the ear tags they need from Paddy who turns a blind eye. When the buyer turns up he spots the scam immediately and threatens Andy with the police.
Terry is delighted to see his son again when Jean returns from Spain with TJ. Later as they play with TJ in the garden, Terry apologises to Dawn for not trusting her.
It's the day of the court hearing and Dawn feels guilty as she expresses her genuine fear that since the stroke she doesn’t think Terry can cope with T.J. for a whole day. Terry is ready to slate Dawn but cannot bring himself to criticise her ability as a mother.
Terry is over the moon at the thought of TJ’s return and busily prepares for his arrival, setting up play equipment in the garden and blowing up balloons to welcome him home. When Dawn walks through the door on her own, Terry is livid and is not interested in her explanation.
Pearl receives a nasty shock when she goes to visit her son in prison and bumps into Lisa. She tells Lisa that she's a prison visitor and is on her way home. Lisa is not convinced, and later when Pearl makes herself scarce when the Dingles walk into The Woolpack, Lisa goes after her and Pearl confesses that her son is in prison.
Believing it is only a matter of time before the whole village knows that her son has spent the last five years at Her Majesty's pleasure, Pearl is a bag of nerves. Her mood is not helped when Laurel asks Lisa how Sam is doing in prison.
Zoe becomes more and more absentminded and short-tempered. When Scott calls round to pick up Jean, Zoe has no recollection of their arrangement and says she is taking the children out herself.
Zoe’s nanny is concerned when she finds Jean and Joseph have slept in their clothes in the living room. Zoe reacts angrily and tells the nanny she is out of a job. Zoe heads for the church and sits deep in prayer while the children are left to their own devices.
Concerned for Zoe, Paddy becomes seriously worried when he phones her and she picks up the phone without answering it. He heads off to Home Farm to see whether Zoe is okay. When Joseph lets Paddy in he finds Zoe wrapped in a duvet on the sofa.
Zoe cowers under the kitchen table, clinging to Joseph and Jean and praying desperately. Terrified Joseph tries to escape but Zoe grabs him, insisting he stay where he is safe. The young boy complains he is hungry and his aunty agrees to fix him something to eat.
Lounging around in her dressing gown, Chloe continues to make her intentions towards Carl abundantly clear. When he returns from the café after running into Chas and Syd she seizes her chance.
After getting back together Carl tells Chas that he slept with Chloe. Chas is furious and demands that Carl gives her her marching orders. Carl tells her she’ll have to trust him. Chloe is also furious when she sees Carl with Chas and tells Siobhan that she will get even with Chas.
When Jack and Rodney run into each other in the shop neither can explain Diane’s odd behaviour. Jack is not reassured by Rodney’s suggestion that she may be nervous about getting married. To reassure Jack, Rodney offers to provide the wine for the wedding, and to show that he trusts his fiance’s ex-husband Jack graciously accepts the offer.
Jack gives Diane a pair of earrings as an early wedding present, before she heads off to Scarborough with Rodney for Fred's funeral. After they have gone, jealous Val insists that something doesn't add up and her suspicions are heightened when she rings their hotel and discovers they only have one room.
Nicola prepares to go to Scarborough to bag her man, but is put out when she discovers Jack, Val and Victoria are catching a lift with her and Marlon.
Val is in tears and Rodney and Jack are lost for words when they find Diane sitting in the hotel lounge. She makes them swear they won't tell anyone about her cancer. She tells them that she has to have more tests and she wants to know whether it has spread or not before she lets people know about it.
Diane is pleased to see Louise and is relieved to have someone around who is not going to come over all sombre on her at the very mention of the word ‘cancer’.
When Diane wakes up gripped with fear about her cancer she decides that she needs to go for a drink. When she goes to see Jack, he is dubious about the idea.
Feeling dreadful after a drunken night, Diane is in no mood for lectures from Louise and Jack and tells them that, like Edith Piaf, she regrets nothing and feels better about things.
Convinced Pearl is not being entirely upfront about her Frank Bernard, Edna decides to find out once and for all exactly what it is that Pearl is hiding. Edna makes a shocking discovery.
Inevitably Rodney’s offering Val a drink led to them spending the night together. In the morning, Val happily prepares Rodney a lavish breakfast but is disappointed when he tells her nothing's changed.
Pearl tells Edna she thinks that it's over with Len, now that he knows about Frank Bernard he won’t want to know her anymore, just like everyone else who ever cared for her. Edna tells her that once he's thought things through Len will come round.
Nicola does her utmost to prevent Laurel from leaving the village but after failing miserably she sadly confesses that she will miss her best friend.
Ashley apologises to Laurel for patronising her and she explains that her work abroad is the most important thing she has ever done. Understanding the importance of Laurel's expedition he leaves her to pack before promising to come back and wave her off.
Drumming up support for the harvest festival among the local farmers, Ethan sets off to visit Andy and comes across Debbie on his way. She gladly accepts his offer of a lift. When they arrive at the farm, they find that Andy isn’t at home but they do hear a strange noise coming from one of the cowsheds.
Disturbed after kissing Debbie, Ethan takes refuge in the church, but he is not there long before Debbie joins him. Ethan tries to convince her that he has no feelings for her.
Chas is furious when she returns from The Woolpack to find that Carl has let Sadie into the cottage. Thinking that victory is hers, Sadie agrees to let Chas collect her stuff.
Flattered by Sadie’s suggestion that he's a man who likes to live dangerously, Robert decides to help her to steal her car. Unfortunately Callum spots him taking the car from Home Farm.
Siobhan confides in Chloe that she is reluctant to move and tells her the reason why: she is expecting Paul’s baby and would like his child to grow up in the village.
At the doctor's, Jimmy is determined to solve the riddle of why and he and Sadie remain childless. He is disgruntled when the doctor tells them to carry on as they are.
Jimmy wakes up in a lay-by having spent the night alone in his car with a couple of bottles of whisky after storming out of Home Farm after his row with Sadie. In no mood to kiss and make up Jimmy switches his phone off when his wife calls.
Steph is furious that her father stood her up the night before and when Alan rolls up at the B&B in a drunken stupor her anger deepens. An argument ensues and Steph follows Alan on to the landing. He becomes increasingly irate and venomously tells her he wishes she had died instead of Tricia.
At the hospital the doctor informs Steph, Marlon and Zak that Alan is conscious after his fall. Steph is nervous as she visits her father but secretly relieved when he admits that he can’t remember much about the accident.
Chloe comes up with another ruse to win some more sympathy from her new friend Chas. During the day she comes back to Dale View and leaves a letter on the mat.
Bride-to-be Diane tells nephew Paul that Val is driving her potty and asks him to keep them apart until the wedding. Also, can he help keep Val from interfering in the organisation of her wedding.
Chloe gets up early and goes out to buy bacon and eggs. When she returns she changes into a skimpy nightdress and cooks a big fry-up for Carl and Chas.
Jack decides to offer Andy an olive branch and invites him to his stag do. Andy is delighted and the night goes well until Jack lets slip that he punched Daz the previous day.
Andy makes it clear to Debbie that last night was a mistake but she brushes off his words, insisting he is just scared of Cain finding out. As Andy drops Debbie off at the bus stop he insists that sleeping with her was a mistake and that it won’t happen again.
Jack is upset as Diane tells him that she thinks getting married might be the craziest thing she could do given her health. Jack insists that whatever happens he loves her and their love is worth celebrating. After giving the matter some thought Jack tells her that he is happy to go along with whatever decision she makes about the wedding.
Diane apologies to Jack about her wedding doubts the previous day and reassures him that she wants them to be together. Diane then prepares to have a hen night to remember.
Still furious with Diane for telling her that Rodney bought the Egypt tickets for her, Val tells Rodney what Diane said. Rodney is unable to deny that Diane was telling the truth. Devastated Val slaps Rodney and calls him a sad old man.
It's the morning of the wedding and Diane sits down with Victoria. Diane decides that before she marries Jack she must tell her future stepdaughter the truth about her cancer.
Rodney is in a terrible state after Val’s shock revelation the previous day. When Danny arrives to open up the Antiques Barn, he finds Rodney has spent the night there drowning his sorrows. Danny tells him it's time to forget about Diane and move on.
Nicola begs her newly found brother not to leave the village, insisting they need time to get to know one another. Meanwhile, refusing to give up on her love for Rodney completely, Val heads for the Antiques Barn to see whether she can convince Rodney to make a go of things before she leaves.
Pearl begins to prepare her neighbours for Frank’s arrival when she tells Dawn that her son is thinking of coming to live with her. She avoids mentioning that he’s been in prison. Pearl is horrified and it is a nasty shock when she returns home to find a reporter and photographer on her doorstep.
There is fury among the villagers when a reporter spills the beans that Frank is a convicted rapist. Viv leads an army of outraged locals to Pearl’s house and they hammer on the door as a photographer clicks away.
Pearl is desperate to flee the village, but Len is adamant that he won’t be driven out of his own home. Meanwhile, Viv plans a protest meeting outside Pearl's house, leaving her distraught that her worst nightmare has come true.
When Alan tells Steph that he wants to cut back on the number of pills he's taking, Steph decides to take matters into her own hands. At lunchtime she crushes up one of his pills and adds it to his lunch.
Shelley sits alone in the dark cellar, desperately trying to free herself from the ropes. Steph goes to see her and menacingly tells her she should have stayed away.
At the B&B, Steph covers her tracks by putting Shelley’s belongings out for the dustmen and cleaning the mud off her car. It doesn’t look as if she’s been careful enough though in disposing of the evidence as Shadrach wanders by and helps himself to a lamp and a scarf that’s been left out.
Chloe goes to the pub and hands Chas the letter. Automatically assuming it is from Colleen, Chas is furious and when Chloe not so innocently mentions that Colleen is at the office she storms off to confront her.
Carl is livid when he returns from holiday to find Chas has given his ex-wife a black eye. He does everything he can to appease Colleen, but she insists they start divorce proceedings and is adamant that he cannot see his kids while he is with his aggressive girlfriend. Chas desperately tries to convince
Chloe finds out that the King brothers are planning a lads’ night out and dolls herself up with the intention of accidentally bumping into them. Later at The Woolpack, Chas can’t believe her eyes when Carl stumbles in with the feisty redhead on his arm.
Cain becomes suspicious about Debbie’s whereabouts but Daz covers for her by claiming that she has a meeting at the church. Cain later checks his story with Ashley and is furious to learn that Debbie has not been to the church for weeks.
Hot on Debbie’s trail, Cain drives her to the bus stop in the morning and is waiting for her when she returns after school. He suggests they go into Hotten but wanting to spend time with Andy, Debbie lies that she has a meeting at the church.
With Cain on the rampage, a petrified Debbie runs from her father and hides behind Daz. Assuming he is involved, Cain slams the young boy against the wall and threatens to kill him.
Cain is furious when he catches Debbie trying to call Ethan and takes away her phone, promising that she won’t be seeing him ever again.
Viv and Donna are charmed by Frank as they serve him in the post office, unaware that he is the convicted rapist they are campaigning to keep out of the village.
Viv organises a community action meeting which descends into chaos as the locals vocalise their feelings about sharing the village with a convicted rapist.
Dawn makes it clear to Scott that she does not approve of mob mentality and is shocked when he condones the smashing of Pearl’s window. Later, Len admits to Scott that he suspects he was responsible for last night's attack on the house and tells him to stick his job.
Louise plans a welcome home party for Diane, but when Jack mentions it to his wife she is instantly dismissive. Paul manages to sway his aunty Diane when he insists she either get her dancing shoes on or head for an early grave.
Nicola gives Rodney a hard time for his lack of interest in Paul and isn’t convinced by his claim that it has nothing to do with Paul being gay. Nicola later begs her brother not to leave the village and suggests he try talking to Rodney one more time.
Steph is annoyed when Alan refuses to take his pills, but believes she has won when he pops them in his mouth. Steph is unaware that as she turns her back he defiantly spits them into the bin.
Fearful that his daughter is trying to kill him, Alan seizes an opportunity to flee the B&B when Steph is called to the factory. The locals are stunned when Alan bursts into The Woolpack dressed in his pyjamas claiming that Steph has murdered Shelley. Questioning Alan's state of mind, Paddy and Marlon lead him back to the B&B. He protests, claiming that Steph is drugging him, but his pleas fall on deaf ears. Elsewhere, the Dingles are busy preparing for their party. Lisa gets a shock when she returns home to find all of the furniture has been moved away and is less than impressed at the thought of a house full of extended family members.
Much to Steph’s horror, Lisa calls an ambulance and when Alan gets to hospital he is adamant that his daughter had pushed him. Worried about his mental state the nurse tries to give him a sedative.
The Dingle party is in full swing and Zak takes pleasure in welcoming his guests. However Zak is furious when his arch rival Solomon Dingle arrives and steals his thunder.
The Dingle showdown gets underway as Solomon and Zak battle it out for the title of King. Zak panics as Solomon takes an lead early in the contest but during a quiz round Lisa realises Solomon is cheating and offers a helping hand to get Zak back in front.
Donna heads off to Hotten on her scooter but when the scooter stops working, she is left stranded. Frank is out walking and is concerned to see a tearful Donna on the edge of the road following her accident.
Scott and Syd drive back to the village having left Frank for dead on the roadside. Syd feels sickened by what they have done but Scott shows no remorse
Pearl can’t help but believe Frank has something to hide when he refuses to name his attackers. Meanwhile, Donna feels terrible when she hears about Frank being beaten up and when she confronts Scott about the attack she sees straight through his denial.
Scott bullies Syd in to keeping his mouth shut about the attack on Frank Bernard. Edna is shattered to discover that Len and Pearl are leaving. Chloe runs rings round Chastity.
Scott is arrested after Syd grasses him up to the police. Carl hides a poison pen letter to avoid upsetting Chastity. Paddy keeps Marlon’s kids in line.
Scott piles pressure on Dawn to keep her mouth shut about Frank Bernard. Viv does the same, angering Bob. Len and Pearl leave the village. Edna shames Jarvis for his role in their departure.
Chloe turns up the heat on Chas, sending her paranoia sky high. Scott makes sure Dawn knows where her breads are buttered. Jack worries about Diane’s frame of mind.
Chloe and Carl head off for a business trip, leaving Chas convinced they’re having an affair. Paul tells Rodney that he's going back to Sorrento. Jack manages to lift Diane’s mood.
Katie advises Chas to let Carl explain his side of the story. Meanwhile, Carl tells Chloe that he's lost his phone and Chas is going to kill him for not calling.
Chas wakes up in The Woolpack with a hangover from hell. Louise informs her that she spent the evening downing a whole bottle of tequila and ranting about Carl. Louise is not happy when she dashes off to see him. Carl is in no mood to accept her apology and asks whether she's apologising for threatening Chloe or upsetting his dad.
Syd gets a surprise when he goes to investigate a noise downstairs. With nothing on and only a hairbrush to defend himself he is embarrassed to find himself face to face with Betty.
Betty visits the B&B but Steph tells her she can’t see Alan. Betty is shocked when Steph tells her that her dad probably wouldn’t even remember her. Back at home,
Debbie and Katie have an angry confrontation at the bus stop. Debbie is upset to learn that Katie knows that she was seeing Andy. Debbie lays into Andy when she gets back to the farm. Their argument comes to an abrupt end as Cain comes in.
Marlon invites Donna to come to the fireworks with him. He is disappointed when she says that she’ll be there with Danny. At work, Bob mentions the money that Luke borrowed from him.
Scott is delighted to learn that he is in the clear. Dawn doesn’t share his enthusiasm and reminds him that the only reason he's in the clear is because she lied for him.
Dawn decides to go to the police and change her statement. Bob tells Viv that he is taking Dawn out for the day and as Dawn waits for him to get ready,
Bob attempts to explain to Viv that Scott only has himself to blame. Viv is still furious with him and the couple have a very nasty row in the shop. Bob is outraged when Viv calls Dawn a slapper and blames her for Terry’s stroke.
Matthew takes a look around the B&B with Steph. Steph refuses to let him look round on his own and Matthew jokes that she has got something to hide after all.
Daz tries to convince Emily that Steph is trying to kill Alan. Emily concedes that she's very worried about him. From the shop, they hear Ashley say hello to Steph as she comes into the café. Ashley reminds Steph that he wants to visit Alan.
Steph is in a hurry to leave the B&B, but Alan refuses to go. He tells his daughter that he doesn’t trust her and threatens to call the police about Shelley.
Steph is forced to face the music as she is interrogated by the police over the incident at the quarry. Despite being terrified of what Alan might have told them, she concocts a story claiming that she was merely driving her father to a hospital appointment.
Steph’s situation worsens when the police search the B&B and find evidence that Steph was manipulating Alan’s finances and keeping him locked in his room. They
Reality bites for Steph as she sits in her police cell feeling terrified and alone. Her solicitor advises her to say as little as possible in the police interview as she continues to plead her innocence.
The police arrive to search the B&B and when they find traces of blood and other evidence in the cellar they refuse to let Steph back in. Feeling confident that the discovery proves a scuffle went on, the police cannot rule out murder but realise that they need to find Shelley’s body.
Zoe is concerned about the state of Sadie and Jimmy’s marriage and Sadie admits that she wishes Jimmy desired her more. When Katie later confides in Sadie that Robert only has eyes for her, Sadie can’t resist the challenge and goes to see him at the garage.
As Robert drops Katie off at work, Sadie takes the opportunity to let him know she will be paying him a visit later on. The seductress turns up at the garage and unbuttons her coat to reveal a sexy top underneath. With only one thing on her mind, she begins to kiss Robert passionately and he feels powerless to resist her advances.
It's the morning of the twins’ birthday and Marlon pretends to have forgotten while secretly planning a surprise party for the boys. Later on he entertains the kids by dressing up as a clown, but mid-party, Lilith turns up and Marlon is devastated as she bundles her children out of the door.
Steph is stunned when the police turn up and arrest her on suspicion of Shelly’s murder. At the police station, Steph tries to lie her way out of trouble but when she is confronted with DNA evidence she is forced to confess that Shelly returned and that she did tie her up in the cellar.
Steph meets her new solicitor and tells him to apply for bail that day. However, Steph is horrified when she is refused bail and told that she will appear in the crown court in seven days.
Charity spends an awkward morning at home with Tom’s friend Helen while the men enjoy a round of golf. Hurt by Helen's cutting remarks about her culinary skills, Charity can’t help but retaliate by pointing out that the fattening meal she has prepared is a heart attack in the making.
Following the death of his friend, Tom is overcome with grief and can’t help but dwell over his own mortality. Charity comforts her husband-to-be but despite her assurance that their age gap isn’t a problem, he insists he's only got a few years left and she's better off without him.
After an altercation with Bob in the street, Viv takes out her hurt on the customers in the cafe and ends up locking herself in the stock cupboard for the morning. Meanwhile, Bob is equally miserable as he clears out the cellar at The Woolpack. Dawn and Scott come up with an idea to force their parents together and they book them a surprise holiday.
Chas is pleased when she has a friendly chat with Carl in the pub, but feels humiliated when he leaves after a call from Chloe. Over at Dale View, Jimmy drops by to see Chloe but promptly leaves when he realises Carl is also home.
Chloe is delighted when she wakes up with Carl and is thrilled when he insists to Jimmy that she have half the day off to help him celebrate his recent promotion.
Paul is devastated when his boyfriend Enzo turns up and tells him that he thinks they should end their relationship. Paul is clearly gutted but puts on a brave face and insists that Enzo still meet his family.
Rodney wakes up feeling awful after his homophobic outburst. He feels even worse when Paul tells him that Enzo has ended their relationship. Later, in The Woolpack, Rodney apologises to Paul for his drunken ranting and is relieved to hear that he wasn’t the cause of their break-up. Rodney attempts to makes things better but makes them a hundred times worse with an insensitive remark about Paul soon picking someone up in bar.
Sadie offers to look after Jean for Zoe. Jimmy is sceptical about his wife's sudden interest in childcare and tells her that because she's spending the morning with someone else's kid it doesn’t mean she really wants one of her own. Sadie tells Jimmy that she has an appointment with their doctor and she would like him to come along.
Katie is a bag of nerves as the King's party gets underway. To conquer her nerves she decides to have a glass of champagne or two. While Katie's back is turned, Sadie tells Robert to meet him at Pear Tree Cottage in five minutes.
Cain wastes no time in profiting from his discovery of Sadie’s affair. He stops her in the village and says that he would have thought she liked them a bit older. Sadie is dismayed to learn that he knows about Robert and is horrified when Cain reveals that he’s wearing Jimmy’s watch.
Tom is concerned when Charity tells him she's going to the gym. He is a worried man when he learns that Dean will be giving her a lift. At the office, Tom tells Jimmy and Carl that Charity will be working with them two days a week.
Sadie invites Dean to have lunch at Holdgate Farm. Sadie congratulates Charity on a successful meeting the day before and tells Tom that she's an asset to the family.
Cain pays Robert a visit at the garage and demands money. Realising that Cain knows all about his affair with Sadie, Robert lets Cain take the money that's in the petty cash tin.
Paul looks forward to his first family Christmas at Mill Cottage. Zak arrives and attempts to sell Rodney a sack full of mistletoe. Paul advises him to buy it. Later, Paul asks Simon whether he's told his mother yet whether he’ll be spending Christmas with them.
The thought of spending Christmas without Simon makes Nicola miserable. In the café, she is ecstatic when Simon presents her with tickets for a Christmas holiday in the Caribbean. Simon tells Nicola that he felt awful upsetting the woman he loved just to please his mam.
Diane gets a shock when Val turns up at the pub with an Italian toy boy, Gianni on her arm. Paul and Diane speculate as to how Val bagged the stallion and worry when he flirts with Chas and Louise. Val is adamant that she has found the real thing with Gianni, but has she really found lasting love?
Diane finds Val in tears and is shocked to hear that Gianni has left her following a row. Diane offers a sympathetic ear and boosts her sister by telling her that she is delighted to have her home. Later on Paul tells Diane he saw Val handing Gianni cash before he left and they both become suspicious.
Dawn continues to try to wind up Scott by telling him that she might be seeing Greg again that night. However, Scott calls her bluff by suggesting they double date with him and Jenny.
Viv and Bob return from their holiday more divided than ever. Bob heads straight round to see Dawn and is horrified when he catches her kissing Scott.
Donna and Marlon organise a family dinner with the intention of telling the Hopes about their relationship. With Viv and Bob at loggerheads, the night is a disaster before it has even begun and when Viv hears that her daughter is seeing a Dingle she is openly outraged.
Terry is shocked to find that Bob has slept in his car and offers him a room at the B&B. Meanwhile, Donna is devastated by her parents break up and calls a meeting with Marlon, Scott and Dawn to brainstorm ideas to get the couple back together. Much to their surprise, Viv and Bob have decided to be civil and walk in together to calmly announce that they are getting divorced. Elsewhere, Jarvis invites Edna round for Christmas but she explains she is spending it with Len, Pearl, Betty and Alan. Pearl feels bad that Jarvis will be alone and asks Len if he will consider inviting him too.
Tom’s jealousy is ignited when he finds his wife-to-be having coffee with Dean. After a smart comment from Cain, Tom decides to defuse the situation before it gets out of hand and he tells Dean that he wants him to stay away from Charity.
Sadie steps up her manipulation after Jimmy points out that Tom will only stop the wedding if she can provide concrete evidence that Charity is having an affair. Taking her husband's words on board, Sadie pressures a horrified Robert to help her convince Tom of his fiancée's infidelity by meeting Charity at the gym.
Tom’s jealousy continues to get the better of him when he refuses to allow Dean to drive Charity to the gym, insisting on taking her himself. Sadie is delighted that Tom will be present to see Robert and Charity together.
Sadie steps up her manipulation after Jimmy points out that Tom will only stop the wedding if she can provide concrete evidence that Charity is having an affair.
The locals gather round in the Woolpack as a thrilled Betty receives a g’day message from Seth in Australia, courtesy of Len and a laptop. Over in Leeds, a lonely and increasingly drunken Eric finds himself in an awkward position when he goes to pay his bill and finds his wallet has gone missing.
It's Christmas morning and Viv is desperate to convince everyone that she has been inundated with offers to spend the day. As the reality of being alone hits home, Viv decides to invite herself to join the Dingles' celebrations and despite their initial discomfort they welcome her with open arms.
Sadie’s plan is finally put into action when Cain meets up with Charity at a hotel. As cunningly arranged by Sadie, Carl and Chloe are in the right place at the right time and see the pair together. Chloe's imagination goes into overdrive and she clearly can’t wait to spread the news.
Debbie is shocked by Zak’s reaction when she tells him about Andy and watches in horror as he heads over to Butler's Farm and punches her boyfriend.
Zak insists that Debbie move to Dingles' Homestead as he wants to keep her away from Andy. With no choice but to agree, Debbie is forced to lie to her father about why she is moving away from him.
Cain goes to the Dingles' for tea and insists that Andy and Daz go with him. Andy is clearly uncomfortable and as the atmosphere becomes increasingly tense, Cain demands to know what is going on.
Having spent the night in the barn, Cain is eventually let out and he heads straight over to the farm to visit Andy. Calmly but aggressively Cain tells Andy that if he messes with his family then there is nothing to stop him from doing the same back
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Donna confesses all to Marlon, Val is concerned at Daz and Victoria’s growing closeness and Lily and Leyla move in with Pearl.
Marlon gets revenge on Ross by going to the police, Carl tries to help Jimmy by arranging Matthew’s funeral and Val gives Daz a stark warning.
Donna finds herself cast out by her in-laws, and Jimmy heads to the pub to drown his sorrows.
Matthew is laid to rest, but Jimmy’s fragility breaks when he is told that Tom’s gravestone has been defaced. Meanwhile, Ross pins his hopes on Jasmine.
Jasmine tells Debbie that she intends to confess to the police, while an angry husband on the warpath leads to a trip to hospital.
The Dingles are furious to discover that Donna ’s still living at the house, and Rodney apologises to Jimmy.
Aaron’s far from a forgiving mood and Paul’s upset when he receives a letter from Jonny.
Val tries to cheer Paul up by throwing him a divorce party, and Carl resolves to make a fresh start.
Eli gives Marlon food for thought and Paul pours his heart out to Lily.
A desperate Val takes drastic action to keep Paul in the village, and Aaron continues to make life hard for his mother.
It’s all change at Home Farm as a new family move into the manor, and Aaron leads Belle astray.
Aaron receives the full force of Lisa’s fury when he and Belle steal from the Wyldes’ removal van, and Donna receives a letter calling her as a witness at Ross’ trial.
Donna nervously attends Zak’s birthday party and encounters potentially incriminating evidence, while Natasha is secretly concerned by Mark and Katie’s closeness.
Eli is dragged in for questioning, and Aaron offers to keep Paddy’s crush on Chas a secret.
Eli gets his revenge on Donna by telling a stunned Marlon that she has been visiting Ross, and Mark agrees to let the Kings rent Pear Tree .
Paul and Jonny are reunited, and Marlon makes a devastating admission to Donna.
Jasmine cracks from the pressure and confesses to Laurel that she killed Shane, while Donna makes a big decision.
Zak grills Eli, but as Eli is about to confess, the police arrive and arrest him. Meanwhile, Paul shares his concerns about Rodney to Diane and Nicola.
Eli breaks under police questioning, and Paul discovers the truth.
Debbie founds herself at the mercy of the police, while Donna and Katie have a heart-to-heart.
Ross bids a sad farewell to the village, and the Dingles rally round to keep Debbie’s businesses going.
Donna realises that her marriage is well and truly over when she walks in on Marlon in a compromising position, and Lexi takes matters into her own hands.
Carl puts pressure on Chas for his money but she threatens to tell Lexi about their kiss and Carl agrees to wait until Debbie's release. Lexi is unsettled and feels even more insecure when Lisa says that she'll always be a second rate Chas in Carl's eyes.
Paddy is gutted when Marlon confesses that he slept with Chas and he storms back to the vet's, only to find Aaron selling drugs to a mate. Paddy tells Chas about Aaron but her mind is elsewhere after hearing that Carl and Lexi are engaged.
Gennie and Leyla are in Brenda’s bad books following the aromatherapy fiasco. When it transpires that Leyla has spent the money Gennie paid her for the treatment, Gennie angrily states that they’re no longer friends. Bob tries to cheer Brenda up by setting up a webcam so she can talk to Terry. After Brenda speaks to Terry, TJ steps in front of the webcam.
Victoria is furious to learn of Andy’s decision to sell the farm. When Andy snaps and tells Victoria that if Jack cared about the farm, he’d be with them, she storms out. Daz tries to comfort Victoria but it’s obvious she's missing Jack.
Diane tries to stay strong for the kids and arranges to go to Spain to collect Jack's body. Val worries about Diane and asks Katie to convince a grieving Andy to help with the funeral arrangements. Katie has a word with Andy but he angrily tells her to leave.
Diane returns to the village with Annie for Jack's funeral. Victoria seeks reassurances from Annie that Jack hadn't forgotten about her and gets some peace of mind when Annie begins reminiscing. Alan agrees to help organise the service. Annie is alarmed to hear that Andy is having doubts about whether to attend, but Daz says he'll make sure that he's there.
Victoria prepares herself for Jack's funeral and tells an upset Daz that she's planning to move to Spain with Annie. Daz begs Victoria to change her mind and almost admits his feelings for her, but stops himself just in time as the hearse arrives to take them to the funeral. Meanwhile, Robert is watching from a distance.
Debbie is glum when her solicitor advises her to plead guilty and opt for a charge of manslaughter rather than running the gauntlet of a murder trial. Back in the village, Zak is furious to see what he assumes is a reporter snooping around Tug Ghyll.
The Dingles are alarmed to hear that Cain was arrested at the port. Sure it is Andy’s doing, Zak and Shadrach head to Butler's but Andy insists he’ll do whatever it takes to protect Sarah. Zak slams him against a wall and Shadrach goads him for being afraid of Cain.
Eli tells the police he wants to change his statement to say that he saw Jasmine murder Shane and continues to drop the bombshell that Jasmine and Debbie were lovers.
Debbie is urged to stay strong by Hawkins who suggests that it's how Cain would want her to be. However, she is soon getting grief from her cellmates following the revelation that she was seeing Jasmine.
Mark is miffed to discover that Horse and Hound magazine are covering the party. As their guests arrive, the locals enjoy mixing in such a highbrow circle. Just as the party gets going, Nicola interrupts Mark and Natasha to reveal that their daughter has arrived.
Paddy visits Gennie to apologise for abandoning her at the party, but he ends up blurting out that he's in love with Chas. Gennie is furious as she realises that Chas deliberately palmed her off on Paddy.
Mark is unnerved when Natasha reveals that Tristan is on his way to sort things out. Tristan arrives with no idea that his wife has left him. Tristan deludes himself into thinking Maisie is just being dramatic but her reaction suggests otherwise when she enters and fumes with her mother's obvious interference.
Victoria is annoyed to hear of Andy’s cattle purchase before the will reading has taken place. In his will, Jack leaves Robert, Andy, Daz and Victoria an equal share to be paid in annual instalments. Andy is angry that he can’t have the full amount and fumes that Diane has been left 50% share of the remaining estate.
Marlon receives a visiting order from Debbie and decides to use the opportunity to convince her to see Eli. When he arrives Debbie won't budge and tells him that she doesn't want to see Eli. Marlon refuses to give in and starts to make progress when Debbie reacts to the news that Eli tried to turn himself in to save her.
Marlon informs Betty that Sandy is back in the UK and shocked, she heads straight over to Mulberry to find out more. A guilty Doug reveals that Sandy is living with another woman.
Eli and Marlon follow Sandy to a bedsit and wait for him to leave before making their way inside. Finding Jasmine, Eli gets confrontational and accuses her of wantonly leaving Debbie to her fate. Jasmine remains defiant and insists that she's only following Debbie's wishes.
Sandy returns to Emmerdale and faces the music from Betty who is broken to hear he has been living with another woman. While questioning him, Betty sets Ashley off who rails at his father's stupidity.
Lee asks Katie to go for a drink in The Woolpack but they don't realise that Nathan is listening in. Nathan deviously holds Lee back at work making him late for the date.
Zak gets a bad feeling about the scheme when Marlon and Eli turn up dressed as a vicar and chef respectively. While the two brothers head inside the hospital to look around, Zak and Shadrach wait nervously in the van.
The Dingles are beside themselves with worry before Debbie’s appearance in court and prepare themselves for the worst. Outside the village, Sandy meets Jasmine to give her Natasha’s Explorers donation he has stolen and they share a tearful goodbye.
Nicola is mortified when she wakes up next to Jimmy and vows never to be in his bed again. Nicola tries to explain herself when Rodney finds out, but she has food for thought when Rodney suggests that Jimmy may not be as broke as he makes out. Nicola apologises to Jimmy and seduces him once again, while she plans how to get her hands on Jimmy's nest egg.
Gennie is upset to learn that Brenda is selling their old home and investing the money in the shop and café. Up at Home Farm, Natasha tells Lee he will be working alongside Sam, who may have a better knowledge of where all the game has wondered off to.
Nicola is amused when Scarlett warns her against messing Jimmy around. Annoyed by Nicola's flippant reaction, Scarlett tells her that Jimmy will soon see her true colours. Later, Jimmy overhears Nicola bragging to Rodney about her trip to see the fortune and relishes what's to come.
Maisie is annoyed that Nathan is doing better than her business-wise and she slyly tells Mark that she is enjoying working at the pub and would love to be landlady. Maisie sulks when Mark is hesitant, so he puts some feelers out with Val.
Maisie is delighted at the prospect of becoming the landlady of the Woolpack and buys into Val’s plan to persuade Diane that she is too old and tired to run the place and will therefore sell to Mark.
Mark tells an elated Maisie that his offer on the pub has been accepted. Over at the Woolpack, Val’s plan to convince Diane to hand over her share of the pub works when Diane speaks with her advisors. When Nathan discovers information about the deal from Eric,
Diane announces to Val that she's retired and will sell the pub. Val begins to celebrate but Diane cuts in and mentions she will be selling – but to Rodney and Nicola .
Victoria tells Daz that only his affections will keep her away from Aaron. After hearing about the fight, Chas explains the situation to Diane, who worries about the danger of Victoria living with her brothers.
Aaron arranges to meet up with Victoria to have his wicked way with her and he steals the key to Debbie's empty house for their liaison. They begin kissing, but when Aaron tries to take things further Victoria shrugs him off and a desperate Aaron nervously suggests they take things to the bedroom.
Mark and Natasha discover that Will hasn't slept in his bed and he hasn't turned up at the sleepover. Mark searches for Will and spots a car screeching away from Home Farm and panics that Will may have been abducted. T
Mark is shaken after seeing Faye and wants to beef up the security at Home Farm, but Natasha is unaware of his motives and believes he's overreacting.
Nicola tries to upstage Katie by suggesting that she dresses down for the business event, but Katie is wise to Nicola's games and meets her in The Woolpack looking stunning. Jimmy is jealous as Nicola and Katie set off for the event.
Edna notices damp in her house stemming from Tug Ghyll and informs the Dingles that there's a problem at Debbie's. A closer inspection reveals that place has been trashed and flooded.
The Dingles realise that they must raise cash to renovate Tug Ghyll for Debbie. Lisa decides that Zak has failed her and takes control of the arrangements for Debbie's return. She's angered when Andy refuses to discuss joint access.
Aaron takes it upon himself to break into the delivery van and steal Bob's cash. Zak is furious and almost hits Aaron for ruining the plan. However, they soon use the cash to buy furniture for Tug Ghyll.
Bob and Brenda try to come up with ideas to save the business. Nathan pops into the shop and mentions that a project he's working on will bring scores of workmen to the village, and they'll be working through the night.
Debbie is apprehensive before seeing Jasmine again, especially after receiving a cold reception from Sandy at Mulberry. Debbie visits Jasmine in prison and the atmosphere is difficult.
Bob worries that Brenda may sever all ties with him permanently, despite Gennie insisting she’ll come round. Sensing that Bob is tired out and close to cracking, Gennie gives him a hug and suggests he get some rest.
Leyla is grilled by Natasha during her interview for the Home Farm job and flounders when the creativities in her resume come back to haunt her. After binning Leyla's application, Natasha has a surprise visitor when Faye turns up to interview for the same position.
While Chas broods and Carl worries ahead of the wedding, Lexi can’t contain her excitement. Carl suffers bad news when he's told that both his kids are too unwell to attend the ceremony and his mood worsens as a result.
Daz and Scarlett hire a sports car to take Victoria out for her birthday. It's only a two-seater so Scarlett prompts Daz to take Victoria on his own. The pair get lost and end up arguing and Victoria gets out of the car and storms off.
Daz begins to worry when Victoria blanks him at the farm, prompting Andy to ask questions. He's relieved when Victoria holds her tongue in front of Scarlett only to be told that she's biding her time.
Sandy meets with McNally to speak about his campaign, but quickly throws the reporter out when their points of view concerning Jasmine's incarceration differ quite dramatically. In spite of his setback, Sandy calls a meeting of the villagers, keeping it a secret from Ashley.
Sandy babysits Gabby and takes her to the cafe, but he takes his eye off her to canvass support for his 'Free Jasmine' campaign. Gabby wrecks the cafe's computer and Ashley is furious with Sandy, and he and Laurel argue with Sandy.
Maisie offers to look after Sarah for Andy, but she soon tires of babysitting and tempts Andy into bed while Sarah sleeps. Debbie arrives at Butlers Farm and is furious to find Sarah alone. Maisie tries talking to Andy, but he's in a foul mood and orders her out.
Nathan demands that Maisie ends things with Andy, but she refuses. Nathan changes tack and instead confronts Andy and tells him to dump Maisie or he'll make his life miserable.
Nathan sends Lee on a wild goose chase hunting poachers to make him late for a date with Katie. When the search proves fruitless Lee accuses Sam of being the poacher.
Sam is convinced that Zak is the Home Farm poacher and he tells Nathan and Natasha his suspicions then quits his job at Home Farm. Mick feels even guiltier that Zak is being blamed for his own crimes on top of Lee getting injured searching for the poacher.
Mick agrees to help Lee with his duties at Home Farm as he still feels secretly guilty for indirectly causing Lee's accident with the hunting trap. Nathan is interested to hear of this development from Katie and continues to goad Lee about where Katie's affections lie. Lee lunges at Nathan and has to be restrained by Mick.
Lee won't forgive Mick or return to work for the Wyldes. Katie appeals to Nathan on Lee's behalf. Mick begs Lee for a chance to explain and Lee agrees to forgive him when Mick explains he's in debt and desperate.
Mick encourages Lee to swallow his pride and ask Nathan for his job back. Nathan is more than happy to give him his job back in front of Katie, but when Katie leaves the room, Nathan turns nasty and warns Lee to tow the line.
Mark investigates after getting a mysterious text during the shoot and he is alarmed when he's confronted by a face from the past, Faye. Mark tries to bribe Faye to stay out of his life as she demands to know why he walked out on her.
Daz confronts a surly Victoria about her bad attitude. Victoria is unrepentant and Daz walks out on her. Victoria is furious when she discovers that Daz has booked a romantic weekend away for him and Scarlett and she confronts him and tells him she might be pregnant. Daz is shell-shocked but heads off on his break with Scarlett anyway, much to Victoria's despair.
Daz returns from his weekend away and tells Jake that Victoria thinks she's pregnant. Jake tries to make a joke of it, but he is shocked to see that Daz is in tears.
Zak is back and is distraught to find out that he is been excommunicated. When no Dingle will take him in, Zak barges into the factory to speak with Lisa, but is dumbstruck when Lisa explains that Belle called the Dingle court.
Daz warns Andy that they have to do something about Victoria and Aaron after the pair get thrown out of the cafe for being drunk, but Andy is concerned that getting into a feud with the Dingles could compromise his custody claim for Sarah.
Victoria steals a key for Dale View and takes Aaron over there to consummate their relationship and after a passionate kiss they head upstairs. Later, Daz and Scarlett walk into Dale View and realise what Victoria and Aaron have been up to and a furious Daz tries to throw Aaron out.
Daz meets with Victoria and asks her to lie to Aaron in order to shut him up. The pair of them go round to Smithy to confront Aaron but panic when Chas explains he's at Butler's. Andy is unnerved to see a cocky Aaron on his property, but when he tries to march him away, Aaron smugly divulges the truth about Victoria and Daz.
Laurel feels awkward when she learns that one of her community service days will be in the Emmerdale village. Laurel comes across an old war hero begging in the street and takes pity on him, but she quickly recognises the voice - it's Eli! Laurel pleads with Eli to come home, but he refuses and tells her not to share her discovery with the other Dingles.
Furious to receive a letter from Natasha’s solicitor, Andy and Maisie confront Debbie. Things get heated and Debbie dunks Maisie in a horse trough. As Andy tries to pull Debbie away, she kicks him and has to be dragged away by Lisa. Aware she may have ruined everything, Debbie returns home extremely low. She is shocked to find Cain awaiting her return.
Debbie is happy having Cain back and he marches her straight round to Butler's to see Sarah. With Andy out, Maisie struggles to contain Cain and Debbie as he gives Sarah a present. Andy rushes back from his work and confronts Cain.
Debbie nervously visits Natasha and tiptoes around a conversation about her relationship with Mark to ascertain whether she should reveal her discovery the previous day. Debbie tentatively tells Natasha about seeing Mark with a lady.
Natasha is gutted to find out that Mark did not run an errand for her as she thought. As she finishes the call, Mark returns home and Natasha fills him in on her conversation with the client. Mark admits that he paid Jimmy for the job but chooses not to dig any further despite wondering where her husband went.
Natasha is suspicious when Mark cries off supporting Nathan at the protest walk to go for a golf lesson and she asks Debbie to help her follow him.
Leyla tells David that she thinks Eric is colluding with Nathan to close the footpath once the elections are over. David is grateful to have Leyla back in his corner even though she's masking her true feelings. Edna offers to let David move in with her when he decides to leave Eric's.
Leyla helps David prepare for the debate, while Eric is unhappy that the election battle has become personal. An experienced Eric gives a good speech at the debate, while David flounders to put his own case across. Leyla helps out David by giving a passionate speech about his honest values.
Bob is hurt when Brenda is nowhere to be seen as the auction starts, but as the lot comes up Brenda rushes in and whispers to Bob that she has the money to save his businesses. Bob calls a dramatic halt to the auction after agreeing to let Brenda have a stake in the businesses rather than accepting her charity.
Lexi thinks Nicola was putting on a sobbing act and tells Laurel her frustrations. Later, Nicola bursts into tears in front of Laurel and confesses she thinks she's pregnant. Laurel forces Nicola to take a pregnancy test and it's confirmed - she's having Jimmy's baby. Nicola prepares to tell Jimmy the news, but when Jimmy insults her in The Woolpack she decides to deal with the baby on her own.
Andy and Victoria are struggling to cope at the farm following Maisie’s departure. Realising that Victoria is at the end of her tether, Andy suggests she takes Sarah to the swings while he tidies up.
Aaron agrees to do a job with Eli and they break into Holdgate Farm to steal cast iron fireplaces for scrap metal. Cain catches them in the act and can't believe how stupid they have been as the police have been alerted and are on their way.
Chas fears that Cain is leading Aaron astray and turns her frustrations on Paddy. Concerned for his girlfriend, Paddy asks Marlon whether he should say something to Cain but is warned not to endanger his own health by provoking a confrontation.
Nathan is worried that David is capturing the popular vote and he discusses his concerns with Eric. The Woolpack regulars overhear and an argument develops about why the candidates are standing.
Nicola prepares herself to go to the clinic to have a termination and Laurel pleads with her not to go ahead with it, but Nicola stubbornly refuses to change her mind. A distraught Laurel blurts out Nicola's secret to Rodney and a stunned Rodney quickly confronts his daughter.
Nicola faces up to the reality of her pregnancy but still refuses to tell Jimmy. After he's informed of Nicola's ‘illness’ by Rodney, Jimmy decides to explain to her that she needs to move on. Nicola is incredulous at Jimmy's arrogance and attacks him with her handbag before dissolving into tears.
Andy and Debbie are both concerned as the CAFCASS decision approaches. Andy has a face-off with Cain prior to the hearing and is disconcerted to hear that he has involved himself in the custody battle. Cain continues to goad Andy on his way out of the Woolpack and reveals he's told CAFCASS about his history.
Natasha is worried that Maisie is getting too close to Cain and she warns Cain off. She's taken aback when Cain reveals he knows she followed Mark and makes it clear he'll do what he likes. Mark sees them arguing and confronts Natasha, who comes clean about following him.
Natasha plans a low-key ceremony in the village, but word gets out and the Wyldes soon feel obliged to invite everyone. Mark feels sad to lose out on a simple occasion, but agrees with Natasha that if you can't beat 'em, join 'em. Mark is unnerved when Cain congratulates him and makes it clear that he knows Mark is hiding something from Natasha and he will exploit it to the maximum.
David’s concern for Eric grows when he is subdued in the café. Leyla is thrilled that Eric's campaign seems to have hit the buffers, but David can’t muster the same enthusiasm. After struggling with some heavy lifting at the factory Eric sits down in some pain and Val insists they go to the hospital.
Natasha tells Mark that they need to watch Cain as he won’t back down easily. Her prophecy comes true in the village when Maisie tells Cain that his flirting will not go unrewarded. Back at Home Farm, Natasha is interrupted from the preparations by a knock at the door – it's Faye.
Mark remains distracted by Faye’s impromptu visit. Still struggling to commit his vows to paper Mark decides to go for a drive. He drives to Faye’s flat and pushes her inside when she answers the door. She quizzes him about the renewal of vows and states that such an act is irrelevant.
Mark’s encounter with Faye is in danger of consuming him as their re-wedding day dawns. Blaming his anxiety on the vow preparation, Mark does his best to avoid Natasha’s questions. The congregation arrive at the church without a hitch and Mark is forced to put his fears to one side.
Rodney urges Nicola to tell Jimmy about the baby before he notices for himself. Not one to wait patiently, Jimmy invites Rodney round and asks his permission to propose to Nicola. He hastily purchases an engagement ring and heads to Home Farm.
Nicola moves her things back into Mill Cottage and prepares to tell Jimmy about the baby, but they are interrupted by a phone call from Carl. Nicola is delighted to see the look of horror on Lexi's face when she and Carl arrive home to learn of the proposal.
Bob and Gennie are enjoying each other's company as they prepare food for Laurel's party. Gennie is embarrassed when later on her tipsy mum quizzes Gennie in front of Bob about why she's so hopeless with men. Gennie runs out and Bob follows to check she's OK.
Andy fears that the custody decision will go against him and prepares to take Sarah to Spain to stay with Annie. Mick is curious when Sarah mentions that they’re going on holiday.
Andy turns up at court for the custody hearing wearing the look of a doomed man. Debbie feels guilty about taking Sarah away from him, but she gives an impassioned plea about why she should be given a chance to be Sarah's mum.
David’s suspicion remains when Eric spends the morning of the election canvassing in public, but looking thoroughly worn out when the public have gone.
Debbie considers taking Sarah to see Andy, but Cain warns her not to do Andy any favours. Debbie is even more worried about how Andy is coping when Aaron mentions that Victoria was explaining to him that Andy is in a bad way.
Aaron is desperate to find the missing Clyde and the mystery is solved when Victoria finds the bloodied and exhausted dog locked in a barn. Andy insists that he forgot that the dog was there, but when an upset Aaron confronts him he refuses to help him find Paddy to check over the dog.
Victoria is concerned that Andy is still in a strange mood and Mick gives him both barrels when it begins to affect the running of the farm. Diane returns from her holiday and persuades Debbie to let her throw Sarah a tea party so she can see Andy.
Carl tells Debbie her loan payments are overdue and demands she pay up by the end of the day. Cain is disgusted by Carl's course of action and offers to give Debbie the money she needs. When Carl continues his vendetta by blocking the garage with a truck, Cain smashes the window and hot wires it to Debbie's immediate disapproval.
Debbie appeals to Carl’s better nature but he's intent to carry his ultimatum through. Cain makes the Kings another offer for more money but this only serves to infuriate Carl even more. Jimmy argues that they should take the money as it's probably all Cain has left, but Carl isn’t interested.
Jimmy is frustrated with Carl’s stance on Cain’s offer. Cain visits Pear Tree and issues a last chance ultimatum for them to accept his offer for the garage. Against his brother's wishes,
Mark and Natasha return from Scotland and Mark discovers a bunch of missed calls from Faye. Mark calls Faye to find out what she's playing at and she insists that he meet up with her, but he bluntly turns her down.
Faye forces Mark back to her flat by turning up in the village unannounced. Mark has had enough of her games and he's about to leave when Faye blurts out they have a son.
Jimmy and Nicola are finally forced to talk things through at Mill Cottage. Jimmy wants a part in the baby's upbringing so Nicola demands recompense for the baby things she's had to buy.
Jimmy finds out that Nicola has gone for a scan alone and he follows her. Nicola is unimpressed, but Jimmy refuses to leave. Jimmy and Nicola end up squabbling as usual, but Nicola's emotions are confused when she sees how emotional Jimmy is seeing his child on the scan.
Maisie accidentally opens Mark’s post and Natasha is shocked to find out about the flat Mark has bought. Mark asserts that it is just an investment and Natasha is puzzled. Cain is intrigued when Maisie tells him about the flat Mark has bought and been keeping secret.
Mark worries about taking Natasha to see the flat and he's even more on edge when Cain drops round to pick up Maisie. Mark takes Natasha to the right block of flats, but shows her round another empty flat after arranging it with a vendor.
Natasha takes the bait when Cain hints that Mark lied about the flat and has another woman on the go. Cain gives Natasha the correct number of the flat and she's stunned when she knocks on the door and Faye answers.
Natasha visits Faye again and has sympathy for her when she realises that they've both been fooled by Mark, but when Faye confesses she's still in love with Mark, it puts Natasha's back up.
Katie moves her horses from Home Farm to Butlers but she is told by Andy to clear off. Katie hangs around to try and talk to him and notices that the farm is in a real state. Still unable to get through to a vacant Andy, Katie has no choice but to request a favour from Nathan. Nathan agrees to let her stable the horses temporarily at Home Farm but slyly insists she pay an increased daily rate.
Katie realises how ill Andy is when he thinks she is still his wife. Katie tries to get through to Andy and explains that Paddy found that his sheep have an infection. However, her concern grows when Andy changes the subject and asks where she wants to go on holiday. Katie doesn’t know what to say and when Andy suggests they ask Jack to lend them the money she rushes out in a panic.
Diane and Katie are fraught with worry when Andy is still nowhere to be found. After a long search of the farm Diane is horrified to find Andy on top of some hay bales.
Lexi has a rough night and arrives at work in some pain. The factory workers assume she's hung-over but when Lexi collapses they realise it's something more serious. Carl is alerted to the problem as Lexi is rushed to hospital.
Paddy tells Marlon that he bottled the proposal, but he's written a poem telling Chas how he feels. Aaron overhears Paddy and Marlon talking about the poem and he steals a draft copy. Aaron embarrasses Paddy at his surprise party by reading it out in a mocking tone and Paddy attacks him.
Natasha has to hide her lack of enthusiasm when Maisie and Nathan reveal that they've booked her and Mark a hotel break to give them some time together. Natasha tries to make excuses, but Maisie and Nathan refuse to take no for an answer.
Mark reluctantly visits Faye after her phone call and tells Faye that Ryan is not his problem when she asks him to find Ryan a job to stop him joining the army.
Mark wakes in his hotel room only to find Natasha is gone. He finds her enjoying breakfast and is shocked when she notices a call from Faye on his mobile and discards the phone in a pot of coffee. Mark declares that he sees no way to escape from Faye and that Natasha should divorce him if they can’t mend their marital problems.
Faye is rocked when Natasha and Mark arrive and insist she leaves the area. Faye confronts Natasha's intimidation tactics and says no amount of money will convince her to leave. Realising Natasha is worried for her marriage Faye reminds her that Mark has a son and they’ll always have a bond.
Mark is hopeful when Natasha tells him Faye took the money. However, his mood is soon dampened when Natasha rejects his offer to take her for dinner. When the key to Faye's apartment arrives in the post Natasha leaves for the flat to check she's really gone.
Val schemes when Eric tells her he's earned no money from the factory closure. Val conspires with Lisa to get the Dingles to rob the factory so she and Eric can claim on the insurance. She arranges a dinner party so Eric is preoccupied for the evening.
Eric arranges to meet the liquidation officer at the factory to dispose of the equipment. A wary Val accompanies him and tries to cover her complicity when Eric discovers he's been robbed.
Bob is unmoved by Terry and Jamie’s appeals that he should visit Viv. Bob finally concedes the point and sets off towards the prison. However, he decides not to go through with it and has to lie to Terry when asked about the visit.
Bob is appalled with his misdemeanour and almost confesses it to Jamie. Unable to keep a lid on his guilt Bob tells Terry about sleeping with Gennie and decides to go to the prison and tell Viv the truth only to find out she has been released.
Viv finds village life difficult to relax into. Noticing this Bob intervenes when Brenda attempts to tell Viv about her part ownership of the businesses.
Terry forewarns Bob that Viv is on his case. Bob decides to take Viv and the twins for a picnic, but Viv is still obsessed with the idea that's Bob's been unfaithful. Bob finds it difficult to face Viv in knowledge of his infidelity but assures her he's done nothing wrong.
Debbie regretfully explains to Diane that Andy can’t be alone with Sarah until he's better. Cain weighs in and tries to warn Andy in the village, but he's unnerved by Andy's strange behaviour. In a world of his own Andy journeys “home” to Butlers.
Mark tries to make the best of the situation when Natasha and Maisie leave for a two-week break. A veiled dig from Cain reminds Mark that his wife is leaving their marriage hanging by a thread.
Faye makes her introductions to the villagers as well as a reluctant Ryan. Ryan seethes when she mentions she's a friend of the Wyldes and warns his mother that the move to Emmerdale will only bring trouble.
Cain wonders aloud to Mark how Natasha would react to seeing his bit on the side living in the village. After trying to get hold of Faye all day, Mark marches her out of The Woolpack set for an argument and demands to know what she's doing in the village.
Rodney is excited ahead of the arrival of his company car, but he's mortified when he discovers the car is in fact a delivery van! Rodney is glad of Diane's support when Eric and Val clap eyes on his new set of wheels and fall about with laughter.
Doug and Leyla cower in the destroyed shop and Ryan isn't moving. Mark dives through the back of the van to get to Ryan and orders Cain and John to get a tractor to move the debris. Mark tenderly wipes the blood from his son's face and assures him everything will be OK.
Mark is rattled to witness Nathan inviting Ryan for a drink in the pub. Back at Home Farm, Mark bumps into Sam who is picking flowers ahead of the anniversary of Alice’s death.
Mark confronts Faye and asserts that she and Ryan aren’t wanted in the village. Faye stands firm telling him she's not going anywhere, but she's intrigued when he warns her to stay away from Cain.
As Cain probes Ryan about Faye, Ryan quickly realises Cain has eyes for his mum and asserts he’ll have to work hard if he wants to attract her - she's very choosy and doesn’t really do relationships. However, when Cain mentions Mark and alludes to the tension between him and his mum, Ryan clams up and end the conversation.
Determined to stop Rodney getting back together with Diane, Val puts her plan into action dolling herself up to go and seduce Rodney. He's bemused by her provocative attire and is stunned when she reveals she's still in love with him. As Val pursues Rodney extolling her feelings for him, he struggles to get away and rejects her advances telling her to control herself!
Val worries how to repair the damage from her stupid mistake and she begs Rodney not to tell anyone about their kiss. Diane sees them arguing and drags them into the back room at the pub to find out what's going on
As Eric waits for someone to tell him what's going on, Val is devastated and unable to face up to him, she runs out of the pub. A confused Eric bangs on the door to the cottage demanding she let him in, while inside a tearful Val struggles to figure out what to do.
Val has spent the night in the B&B and while Betty fishes for gossip about what's happened between her and Eric, Val continues to beg him for forgiveness to no avail.
Nicola is worried when she notices Carl isn’t sharing Lexi’s enthusiasm for the IVF and when she overhears him telling Jimmy not to release the money to Scarlett, she's furious and tells him if he doesn’t tell Lexi what he really wants then she’ll tell her herself.
At the hospital, Carl, Rodney and Lexi wait for news about Nicola and its clear Carl blames her. The doctor eventually informs them she's well enough for visitors, but Lexi is left feeling isolated when Carl tells her she's the one who put Nicola in hospital and she's the last person she’d want to see.
Nicola finally concedes to a relieved Lexi that she was harsh to blame her after what Carl had put her through. Meanwhile, Jimmy firmly tells Carl if he doesn’t sort things out with Lexi, or have the courage to cut her loose, he and Nicola will have to find somewhere else to live.
Brenda is preoccupied with her financial worries and still hasn’t had the courage to tell Terry what's going on. At the café, relations between Viv and Brenda are more fraught than ever, but Bob asserts they can’t afford to buy Brenda out, so they’re stuck together whether they like it or not.
Trapped in the shop in the throes of labour, Nicola struggles to retrieve her phone. Rodney realises she's in trouble and enlists Cain’s help to break into the shop. Unable to wait for the ambulance to arrive, they head to the hospital in Rodney's van, joined by Lexi. Terrified Nicola is desperate to hold off the birth, she's wheeled into delivery and Jimmy asks an upset Lexi to leave.
Natasha has returned from holiday early and heads straight over to Faye’s house with a bottle of wine. Cain watches in the distance as Faye reluctantly invites Natasha in and takes great delight in informing Mark that his two favourite women are having a chat at Faye's house.
Faye is pleased that Ryan and Nathan are getting on so well. However, there's an awkward atmosphere at Home Farm when Ryan is forced to wait in the living room and make small talk with Mark while Nathan gets changed for their night out.
Ryan is stunned when he gets a phone call at the garage offering him the job in Dubai. Mark approaches and mentions he passed his details on to a friend in Dubai, Ryan is incredulous when he realises Mark is behind the job offer and accusing him of trying to pay him off with a dream job to make up for the way he has treated Faye, he warns him to keep away from them both.
Natasha is terrified that Ryan is going to turn down the job in Dubai and is unimpressed when she arrives in the pub to find Nathan with Ryan and Faye. Ryan mentions the offer to Nathan who wonders how he got such a big break and Ryan pointedly remarks that someone with more money than sense owed his mum a favour.
Nicola notices Lexi’s (Sally Oliver) reluctance to hold the baby and she can see how badly Lexi wants a baby of her own. She tells a forlorn Lexi that if Carl (Tom Lister) won’t give her what she wants she needs to find a man who will and stop being such a victim.
On the roof of the hospital, Nicola pleads with Lexi to give her baby back. Lexi wields her power and asks, in front of everyone, why when Carl he's happy to coo over Angelica, but doesn't want to baby with his own wife.
The Kings are left reeling after yesterday's events at the hospital. Meanwhile, Leyla notices a spark between Katie and Ryan, and encourages her to make a move while he's still in the village. Meanwhile, Mark is uncomfortable when he arrives in the pub and Nathan invites him to have a drink with him and Ryan.
Hannah sets about sprucing up the caravan for Andy and while John and Adam are amused, Moira and Holly are worried about Hannah's crush on Andy. Determined to find out the truth, Moira goes to the pub to speak to Diane about her concerns.
Val is feeling very sorry for herself in the B&B and when she breaks down in tears and begs Terry for help, he's worried he's going to be stuck with her for even longer. In the pub, Terry tells Diane that he's concerned that Val's not herself and seems genuinely miserable, but Diane's determined not to help.
Val has had an epiphany and tells Terry she's not going to wallow in self-pity any longer. Elsewhere, David is sick of seeing how down Eric is without Val and urges him to give her another chance and not rush straight into divorce.
Aaron agrees to accompany Paddy to the Bartons keen to see Holly who he still has a crush on. However, after being teased about his crush and laughed at by Andy and John when he attempts to tame a sheep, he's furious and storms off. Sulking in the barn, he starts to light stands of hay and watching them go up in flames.
As Aaron tries to break out of the stable, John tells a shocked Moira what he's done and she insists they go let him out. As they unlock the door, a furious Aaron jumps out and lays into John. Paddy orders him straight into the car but Aaron warns John it's not over.
Chas tries to reason with Aaron and get him to drop the charges against John, but he's adamant John will pay for messing with him. At the Bartons, Hannah’s birthday celebrations are subdued as the family are so worried about John being in prison and decide to cancel the party.
Val is still hiding out in the B&B and is getting frustrated with Terry who's ignoring her constant demands. After seeing a forlorn Eric moping around the village, he's starting to feel uncomfortable about lying to everyone about her whereabouts. Val assures him that the next phase of her plan is underway and calls Diane at the pub and lies that she's in Thailand.
Eric has packed his bags and is set to travel to Australia to find Val. When she sends Terry out to check how Eric has reacted to the money he's stunned to discover Eric has already left for the airport. Terry drags David to the B&B and reveals she's been hiding out there and never left the village.
Faye is pleased when she witnesses Ryan and Mark having a friendly chat as it's clear Mark is starting to feel drawn towards his son. Ryan's delighted when Katie asks him out for a drink before he goes to Dubai, but he's gutted when he realises Leyla and David will be joining them. Katie clearly likes Ryan and tells Leyla she wants to see if he's serious about her or if he just wants a one-night stand.
Maisie is babysitting for Will who is desperate to go horse riding, but Natasha warns him not to bother Katie while she's working. Meanwhile, Ryan has booked a horse riding lesson with Katie under another name and she's shocked when he turns up and tells her after last night he wanted the chance to show her he's not a total idiot.
Mark and Natasha rush home and are relieved to find Will is okay. Natasha grudgingly thanks Ryan when she finds out he helped Will but refuses when Will asks if Ryan can come over later that day. Furious, she tells Mark that there's no way she's going to let Ryan into their lives, as this is exactly what Faye wanted.
Will insists on buying Ryan a thank you present for rescuing him, but Natasha is intent on keeping Mark away from Ryan and tells Will she’ll accompany him to Tenant House. After giving him the present, Natasha quickly makes her excuses to leave, much to Will's disappointment, who sees Ryan as his hero.
Natasha warns Mark that keeping Ryan in the village will cause everything to fall apart and despairs when he refuses to listen and tells her he can’t let his son leave. In the village, Ryan is excitedly packing away his belongings for Dubai and is devastated when Mark arrives and informs him there is no longer a job there for him.
Faye arrives at Home Farm and demands an explanation about why Mark didn't let Ryan take the job in Dubai. Natasha's seething and Mark's embarrassed when Faye realises that Mark has feelings for him. Natasha asks her to leave, but she tells her the time has come to tell Ryan the truth.
Mark and Nathan continue to clash and, feeling reckless, Nathan goes to a business do and drowns his sorrows. As he leaves the event drunk, another guest mistakes him for a valet and gives him the keys to his Porsche.
Ryan pulls up to the garage in the stolen sports car and feeling desperate he asks for Cain’s help and he agrees to take control of the situation, much to Ryan's relief. Later, Cain arrives at Home Farm and tells Nathan he needs £5000 to get rid of the car.
Faye grows suspicious of Ryan and Cain’s deal. Cain can see that Debbie is smitten with Michael and warns her not to get too serious with him.
Ryan is astounded when Faye tells him she has returned the money to Cain. He covers that it was a bonus for bringing in a new contract and believing Faye goes to the garage later that day to apologise to Cain and agrees to take him for a drink that evening. Cain continues to flirt with her at the pub and when they arrive back at her house they finally kiss.
Cain tries to comfort a gutted Debbie and can’t hide his rage at Michael for the way he's treated her. When Michael arrives in the village to see her, furious Cain attacks him, slamming him against his car and warning him to stay away from his daughter.
Debbie gives in to temptation and goes to Michael’s hotel. As soon as she arrives she pushes him into the bedroom and starts kissing him passionately as they fall onto the bed. Afterwards, she tells him she knows he won’t end things with the other woman but she’ll stay with him as long as they can continue to have fun.
Carl makes another hint to Chas in front of Paddy that she needs to tell him the truth and she starts to think he has a point - she can’t continue living in fear that he's going to find out. Katie warns her that her whole life is at risk and to think long and hard before she makes any rash decisions about leaving Paddy, but Chas can’t see any other options, she feels wretched for betraying his trust and can’t live with herself.
Fuming Paddy reels as he takes in the news that Chas has betrayed him and feeling utterly humiliated, he roars at Carl to get out of his house. Lunging forwards he goes to attack Carl, who dodges him and leaves a broken Paddy on the floor, an emotional wreck.
Chas is furious with Carl and is beside herself with guilt over what she's done to Paddy, who's still devastated. Chas decides to go to the vets to speak to him, but he's still angry and hurt, and when she can’t tell him that she loves him more than she loves Carl, he's crushed and orders her to clear her desk and go live happily ever after with Carl.
Jai and Nikhil’s sister Priya arrives in the village wearing last nights clubbing clothes. Not having enough money to pay the taxi driver she asks a gobsmacked Jamie and Gennie to lend her the money. She introduces herself to Eli and instantly recruits him as a drinking partner and they head to the pub.
At the factory interviews, Laurel pales when she realises Nikhil and Jai are the factory owners. Ignoring Nikhil's dislike of Laurel, Jai is impressed with her interview. That evening, in the pub, Nikhil announces that all of the interview results will be posted but is undermined when Jai immediately tells Laurel she has been given the supervisors role.
Terry advises Bob to leave Gennie and Jamie to themselves but not listening to his friend's advice Bob tries to get Jamie to cancel his date with Gennie to babysit the twins. Jamie refuses and Bob, still worried that Gennie will let slip to Jamie that they slept together, heads to Victoria cottage to try and convince Gennie to dump Jamie.
Worried about Aaron’s return, Chas begs Zak and Lisa to let him stay with them. They agree on the proviso that Chas sorts things soon and starts putting her son first. Aaron returns home to Paddy’s and surprised to realise no one is there he helps himself to a beer.
Mark is rattled to witness Cain and Faye having a drink together in the pub. Mark is alarmed when Maisie comments that Cain and Faye have been having a fling but he tries to feign disinterest. Cain kisses Faye and is enjoying the moment until he notices her sneaking a look to check if Mark is watching.
Cain is amused when Ryan asks about his ‘other women’. Cain tells him Ali is only a friend and delights in watching him head off to tell his mum. Later that afternoon, in the pub, Mark is flustered to see Faye and Cain together once again.
Mark is clearly agitated about Faye and is taking it out on the rest of the family. When he makes the decision to cancel his golfing trip, Natasha isn’t happy and demands he stop acting as though he's jealous. Mark covers that he's concerned for Ryan and when Natasha asserts Faye is only toying with him, he hesitantly agrees to go on his trip.
Paddy is hung over from the night before, and is still feeling down in the dumps when a hopeful Aaron arrives to take Clyde for a walk and suggests he move back in with him. Paddy is incredulous and reminds him that he's no longer living with Chas, so why should he have to live with her teenage son - he's her responsibility, not his! Aaron's hurt and tells Paddy it's not his fault - he warned him about his mum and he should never have gone on that course and ruined everything.
Debbie is still furious with Cain for attacking Michael and is relieved when he finally calls and arranges to meet her. She's gutted when Michael tells her this was meant be a good thing – enjoyable/exciting for them both but if people are going to get hurt, perhaps it's gone too far – it was going to have to end at some point anyway.
Debbie receives a bouquet of flowers from Michael but is still angry with him and with herself for being fooled by him. Meanwhile, Cain is annoyed when he arrives at the garage to discover she's removed all of his belongings from the house and has decided to throw him out wanting him out of her life.
Debbie is still furious with Michael who won’t commit to her and leave his fiancé. He doesn’t want to go through with the wedding, but he can’t give her the answer she wants because it's too complicated for him to just abandon his other life, his fiancée has a young son who sees him as a father figure and it’d be too damaging to him.
Leyla is still feeling depressed about having no clothes and has started her fund to buy the designer shoes. However, when Katie reminds her she owes money for their bills she's forced to relinquish her savings and is gutted that she’ll never be able to afford anything nice.
Leyla is delighted with her new designer shoes and covers that she paid for them on her credit card. However, when Nathan arrives at the shop to take the petty cash tin and balance the accounts she starts to panic and confesses her crime to Gennie, who warns her this could land her in trouble with the police.
Michael seems increasingly awkward with Debbie’s affection and makes to leave claiming he needs to explain the situation to his best man. Meanwhile, Cain is still simmering and not trusting Michael, he reads a text on his phone. As Michael gets in his car to go, Cain gets in the passenger seat and orders a nervous Michael to drive.
Cain starts to feel guilty as Debbie desperately tries to get through to Michael. He tries to tell her that perhaps he's changed his mind about calling the wedding off but Debbie refuses to believe it, asserting that Michael chose her and he is coming back for her. Later, she's horrified when he arrives at Tug Ghyll badly beaten up and assumes his fiancée's family are to blame.
Cain continues to make jibes about Michael, not realising how much he's upsetting Debbie. Later, when he spots her leaving the garage, he attempts to stop her knowing she's going to the wedding to see Michael. He urges her to forget him and get on with her life, but Debbie is desperate and wants one last chance to convince Michael to change his mind.
Charity is shocked to see Debbie and Cain at the back of the church and wonders how they knew about her wedding. Michael is stunned to discover that Charity knows Debbie and Cain, and Charity is equally surprised that Michael knows them too.
After the previous day's shocking church events, Debbie's astounded when Charity arrives in the village. Meanwhile, a fragile Sally arrives in the village with a packed bag and reveals that she and Vincent have had a huge row - and she's left him. Laurel and Ashley are thrown but are forced to invite her in, realising that she has now where else to go. Sally tells Ashley that she's had enough of Vincent constantly putting her down and apologises for imposing on him and Laurel's home.
A bemused Debbie finds that she's attracting a significant amount of attention as she's quizzed over Charity's fleeting return to the village. Knowing only the best is good enough for Charity, Debbie heads to the swankiest hotel in the area and walks into a room to find Charity with Noah.
Bemused by Debbie's decision to let Charity and Noah stay with them, Cain quizzes his daughter's actions with an abrupt sarcasm. On hearing Debbie defend her, Charity takes advantage of the situation by further winding up her estranged ex. Cain, however, tries to make Debbie see that Charity can't be trusted, but Debbie won't listen.
Wasting no time settling back in, Charity stumbles across an astounded Jimmy in The Woolpack and instantly gets his back up with her sly remarks and vindictive flirting.
Keen to keep the peace between mother and son, Carl pays Aaron an visit at the garage. After being forced to talk by Ryan, Aaron’s mood fails to improve and Carl is left abandoned when Aaron storms off having heard enough. Later, distracted from his work, a troubled Aaron heads off without a word, clearly on a mission.
Following a stark confession from Aaron, Adam feels racked with guilt and a desperate plea to put things right leaves him stranded in a field as Aaron careers off.
Furious and left feeling responsible for his actions, Paddy reluctantly lures Aaron into meeting with Chas and Carl in an attempt to make him face his demons.
After dumping her son on Marlon at the Woolpack, Charity returns from seeing a solicitor in town to find Debbie babysitting after the mischievous mite went missing in the pub under Marlon's reluctant care. Keen to discover what her mother's up to, the penny soon drops when Charity's explanation leads to the subject of getting her hands on Michael's money.
Keen to keep the pressure on Sally to move out, Laurel takes the day off work to help her house hunt much to Sally's displeasure. Returning to Mulberry, Laurel is visibly frustrated at Sally's lack of enthusiasm and when a distressed Sally receives a phone call from Vincent, Ashley insists that she stay as long as she needs.
Sally clocks the tension between Ashley and Laurel, who's furious that Ashley lied for Sally. Attempting to appease the tension with Laurel, Sally asks if they can talk.
Vincent arrives in the village early for his meeting with Laurel and waits for her at the pub. However, when Nicola spots him and quips that Sally is taking advantage of the Thomas’ good will by staying at Mulberry Cottage.
Vincent lunges towards Ashley sending him off balance. Regaining his composure, Ashley makes his own rush towards Vincent aiming to propel him out of the door.
Dressed to the nines, Faye is glad to have the excuse of paying Katie a visit at Home Farm to apologise for her behaviour. Faye is pleased to see that her presence has clearly rattled both Nathan and Natasha.
Mark spots Faye in the Woolpack with Jai. Although Natasha buys Mark's blasé attitude over Faye's flirting, it's clear that Mark's masking his jealousy.
Nathan pressures Leyla into another night out and invites Doug along on the pretence that it's work related. David's not amused to hear from Leyla that she'll be spending a second night in a row with Nathan but she assures him that it'll be good for her career. Gennie and Katie become concerned about Nathan's motives when Leyla receives a pearl necklace from him.
Hearing that she's called in sick at work, Nathan pays Leyla a visit at home. She apologises once again and explains the previous night was a mistake but Nathan questions how much she can really love David when she slept with him. Leyla's saved by the bell but is mortified to realise that David's at the door.
Cain returns to the village and is disappointed to see that Charity's still living with Debbie. He admits to his daughter that he may have been unreasonable asking her to choose between him and Charity and she begs him not to start winding Charity up again.
Mid-kiss, Charity comes to her senses and pushes Cain away. She insists that they've been there before and it'll never work. Cain's left frustrated as she states that she really needs to stop making the same old mistakes and move on with her life.
The Bishop arrives to tell Ashley that as Sally's marriage counselling has been going well, he thinks it's time that she returned home. He makes it clear that he's relying on Ashley and Laurel to make Sally see it's time to move forward.
Oblivious to the atmosphere between her parents, Debbie's touched when Charity hands her a small gift for her birthday. Looking on disdainfully at Charity's display of affection, Cain smugly hands Debbie the keys to a new car and she's clearly thrilled with his generosity.
Ashley's concerned when he can't get hold of Sally and goes to their house to confront Vincent as to her whereabouts. After an unfriendly exchange between the two vicars, Vincent reluctantly allows Ashley inside. When a defeated Ashley concludes that Sally's not in, Vincent tries to reason with him, explaining that Sally has problems - and he isn't the monster that she's painting him as.
Convincing Sally that she has nothing to be ashamed of, Laurel suggests that Ashley should call Bishop Postlethwaite to report the incident. Riled by the call, Ashley announces that the Bishop is on his way over with Vincent.
Despite being warned by Jimmy to drop the idea, Carl refuses to listen and intent on breaking into Tug Ghyll, he makes his way in through the back door after watching Charity leave. Jimmy watches on intently but is accosted by Nicola and dragged into Pear Tree, leaving Carl searching Tug Ghyll for the key to Cain's security unit.
In an attempt to secure Charity's help, Carl offers Charity 20% of their findings if and when they find Cain's money. Laughing off his offer, Charity stands aside, allowing Carl to dart through the back door as Cain and Debbie arrive through the front. Cain seizes the opportunity to make amends with Charity and asks her to join him for a drink at the Woolpack, an offer that she happily accepts.
Despite Nathan's sudden change of heart, Leyla's wary of his motives when she receives a call from him, demanding that she meet him on a road outside the village. Before Leyla can protest, Nathan ends the call, prompting her to call a cab.
David blames Nathan for the car accident after calling on Leyla and worried for her welfare, insists that she go to the hospital to be checked out. Dismissing David's request, Leyla's short with him before leaving the house for work
Leyla remains on edge and her persistent distance leaves David concerned about their relationship. Unable to talk to anyone else, David turns to Eric who advises that he inject some romance into their lives. Meanwhile, Leyla plucks up the courage to face Nathan and decides to go into work
Distraught after last night's antics, Leyla faces a smug Nathan when she braves work the following morning. As Leyla arrives, Rodney's in the process of filling Doug in on last night's debacle and deeply worried something is amiss,
Laurel's held up at work and after calling to let the family know, a delighted Sally doesn't waste any time in filling in and leads the Thomas family off to the bonfire without her.
Cain pays Chas and Debbie a visit at the Woolpack and by way of an apology for his attitude, hands them a wad of cash, insisting that they have a night out on him. Returning to Tug Ghyll, Cain pours Charity a glass of wine as she emerges from upstairs in her dressing gown.
Sally's incensed to see Ashley and Laurel so loved-up and in an attempt to cause some friction, she absent-mindedly makes reference to her past with Ashley. Laurel cottons on to Sally's gesture and reminds Ashley that today is about them, not their past.
Convinced Leyla was having an affair with Nathan, David confronted her and Leyla knew it was time she told him everything. David was devastated to hear that she had in fact slept with him, and all over taking some money from the shop. See his reaction in our episode highlights Was this the end of David and Leyla for good? Meanwhile, Laurel made it clear she was sick of Sally's interfering.
David was still devastated following Leyla's confession and was on a mission to teach Nathan a lesson, if for no other reason than he'd always hated him. Nathan provided him with the perfect opportunity when he caught Leyla leaving work and hurled abuse at her for being cheap and easy. David didn't need any more prompting...
Laurel was at the end of her tether with Sally's interfering and told her in no uncertain terms that if she needed help, she would ask for it. Sally took this quite well but was fuming when Laurel told her she wasn't invited to Ashley's birthday celebrations.
It was Ashley's birthday and Sally was determined not to be left out of the celebrations. However, even Ashley was in no mood to insist she join in and Sally was at the end of her jealous tether. Laurel found her doing the church correspondence and blasted her for deliberately interfering. Sally left the church, but before she did, she made sure Laurel would regret taking her for granted...
Laurel worked on the church correspondence not realising the grave danger she was in until it was too late. The heater set fire to the curtain and within seconds, the flames were raging through the building. Laurel had lost her phone and her only chance of getting help was to ring the church bells.
The village was in shock following the church fire and worried sick about Laurel. However, Laurel eventually regained consciousness and was receiving visitors that evening. She was confused when Ashley told her the church doors had been open when he went in to save her. Did he believe her when she told him the door was locked? Elsewhere, David asked Priya out on a date.
Doug couldn't bear to see Leyla and David so unhappy and had a word with David, reminding him what a great catch Leyla was. David plucked up the courage to speak to his ex. Was there any chance of a reunion? Elsewhere, Sally enjoyed ruling the roost while Laurel recovered in hospital.
Nicola could tell that Laurel was uneasy about returning home and of course, she had every reason to be. Annoyed at no longer being the lady of the house, Sally waited for the first opportunity to do away with Laurel. When no one was around and Laurel was napping on the sofa, Sally picked up a cushion and was ready to do her worst. But then... Meanwhile, Marlon struggled to hide his jealousy when Moira was couply with John.
To prove his trust to Charity, Cain took her and Debbie shopping, stopping at the storage unit first. Charity now knew exactly where he was keeping his money and told Carl she didn't need his help any more... Elsewhere, Laurel talked herself out of suspecting Sally.
Debbie was thrilled that her parents had spent the night together and were seemingly 'back on'. Carl was determined that Charity wouldn't have her cake and eat and went through with his promise to tell Cain about their collusion. However, after convincing Cain that Carl was lying, Charity landed on her feet again when she came across the key to Cain's storage unit at the garage.
Charity was clearly confused over her feelings for Cain. She was settling back into family life but she also had the key to his fortune. And people were starting to suspect that she was up to something... Meanwhile, Moira sussed that Marlon had a crush on her.
Charity battled with her emotions over Cain and his money, unable to figure out what she really wanted. Later that night, Cain told her he was in love with her. But was that enough to make her change her plans? Elsewhere, Hannah went missing after getting drunk at Aaron's party.
It wasn't long before Cain discovered his storage security card was missing. Putting two and two together, he headed straight to the unit with Debbie, to find Charity with his cash. What he didn't know was that she had changed her mind and was putting the money back. She wanted to be with him - but it was too late.
Marlon was touched when Moira told him how grateful she was to him for looking out for Hannah. Unsurprisingly, he took this as further evidence that she fancied him. But even Paddy couldn't convince Marlon that his head was in the clouds. Was the chef heading for the biggest embarrassment of his life? Meanwhile, Cain blamed Debbie for Charity's betrayal, insisting she never should have allowed her mother back into their lives.
Marlon finally bit the bullet and told Moira that he loved her. As you can imagine, she was virtually speechless... Elsewhere, Zak comforted Cain and Chas found out about Carl's involvement with Charity.
Cain hit the roof when he found out Marlon had let Charity stay at Tall Trees. Storming over there, Cain literally threw all his money in her face and told her to take it, because that's all she was getting. Charity pleaded with Cain to believe that she wanted him, but the damage was done. There was nothing left for her in the village. Would she take the money and go?
Mark couldn't hide his jealousy at Faye's blossoming relationship with Jai. She was stunned when Mark revealed he'd made a mistake. He didn't want to be with Natasha any more - he wanted her. Elsewhere, Sam convinced Olena to stay in the village for a while longer.
Belle, Will and Sam are showing Olena around Home Farm estate when Will collapses and starts convulsing. Belle runs to get help while Olena puts Will in the recovery position. But will this unexpected episode expose Olena to the authorities? Elsewhere, Charity begs Debbie for another chance. And at the factory, Priya is forced to step up her authority when her brothers threaten to sack Eli.
Worried that walking out on his family could affect Will's health, Mark told Faye they wouldn't be together until after Christmas. How did she take it? Meanwhile, Laurel told Sally it was time for her to move on.
When the church fire report concluded a heater had started the blaze, Laurel knew something was wrong. She went to the church and slowly pieced things together, realising that Sally must have moved the heater and locked her inside. But Laurel had a big problem on her hands... Ashley refused to believe her allegations. Would Sally succeed in getting rid of Laurel after all? Meanwhile, Jai guessed that Faye was having an affair with Mark.
Ashley refused to believe Laurel's allegations against Sally, so she threatened to walk out. But Ashley stood by Sally, believing Laurel was deluded following the fire. Laurel packed a bag and left. Was her marriage over? Elsewhere, Maisie was in serious trouble with Katie.
Sally offered to leave Mulberry to make Ashley believe she was trying to be helpful. There was a brief respite when Laurel came home, believing Sally had left the village. But she was staying at Edna's and when Laurel found out, a blazing row with Ashley ended with Laurel leaving the village instead. Could Ashley and Laurel's marriage survive Sally's sabotage?
Doug was furious that Ashley was siding with Sally over Laurel and told him that if she never came back it would be his fault. Meanwhile, Sally had to hide her glee as Edna broke the news that Laurel had left the village. When would she make her move? Elsewhere, Diane found out that Val and Eric were opening a restaurant at the B&B.
Adam was confused when Aaron appeared to have gone off Holly, but Aaron insisted he was playing it cool so she would come running. Was this really what was going on? Elsewhere, Charity felt very alone when no one would speak to her, and Doug told Ashley he wouldn't allow Laurel to get hurt any more.
Doug had some harsh words for Ashley but was all ready to apologise when he returned home to find his son-in-law drinking wine with Sally. That was the last straw and when Ashley wouldn't make Sally leave, Doug decided he would. Elsewhere, Holly was gutted when Aaron made it clear he no longer fancied her.
Adam and Aaron were out driving when they almost had a serious accident. Aaron cut his head, but as Adam leant in to check out the injury, Aaron did something very unexpected… Shadrach and Zak found Sam talking to someone. Zak realised something was up and started heading upstairs, but before Sam could stop him Olena stepped out and decided to give herself up.
Adam confronted Aaron about his attempt to kiss him and questioned his sexuality, while a mortified Aaron furiously denied what he had just done. Nicola booked a fancy restaurant for Scarlett's 18th birthday despite Jimmy's protests. Charity revealed to Marlon that she was going to find a job to pay for Debbie's Christmas present as she was determined not to spend Cain's money. And a terrified Lizzie told Marlon and Charity she was attacked.
Aaron continued to ignore Paddy in an attempt to shut out the events of the night before. Adam dropped in to see Aaron and talk through the previous evening, but Aaron flatly denied anything happened between them. Meanwhile Nicola was shocked when Scarlett insisted she wasn't going to claim her inheritance until she knew what to do with it.
Debbie found out about Charity's church donation, and tried to get the cash back - knowing that Cain would go mental once he realised what had happened. Meanwhile Adam told Holly to steer clear of Aaron, but didn’t explain why, and poor Ashley struggled with the thought of facing Christmas alone. Plus Moira and John worried about Hannah after she pretended to be ill to skive off school
Adam was worried when Holly went out for a drink with Aaron and his fears were confirmed when Aaron kisses Holly passionately in front of him. Meanwhile, Charity was over the moon when the Sharmas give her a job, and Marlon and Eli were worried about Lizzie's state of mind. And it all blew up when Pollard changed his mind about giving Olena a job...
Carl and Charity had a falling out in The Woolpack. After Debbie jumped in, she let slip that Chas knew about the money all along. Carl went mad at Chas and she stormed out. Katie tried to set up Maisie and Jai, and they got on famously until Maisie realised what Jai had in store for her back at Holdgate. And Lisa was flattered when her art teacher tells her she'd make an excellent model, but was taken aback after he asked her to pose nude!
It's was all go in the garage when Carl threatened to kill Debbie if she didn't give him the money. Charity then stepped in with a large spade and took out his legs. Later Charity and Debbie filled Chas in on Carl's behaviour, she was devastated that he put the money berfore her - but he left without listening. Plus Sally turned on her charm on Ashley when she dropped by - but he refused to fall for it.
Forcing an unusually cool Debbie to open the garage safe, Carl deceitfully promises to leave her alone once she proves that she has nothing to hide. With Carl distracted, Debbie reaches for a wrench but spotting her actions out of the corner of his eye, he flies into a rage of fury and grabs her.
Ashley was about to lose the plot, when Laurel called - unfortunately she only wanted to make a time to see Gabby. And Edna begged with Ashley to return to work, but he couldn't manage it. Charity was pleasantly surprised when Debbie invited her and Noah over for Christmas Day, whilst Carl and Chas had naother fight over the money. And Mark and Faye agreed they'd let everyone they're together after Christmas.
Sally concocted a plan when she found out Laurel used to organise the Church carol service and surprised Ashley by arranging it all herself. He was touched and gave a moving speech - has she managed to reel him back in? Maisie helped Ryan buy a Christmas present for Katie and the two ended up playfully teasing each other as they shopped. Meanwhile, Terry prepared a dinner party for Val and Pollard, who had to admit his stew was tasty - and eventually agreed simple home cooking could make a profit.
Lisa initially rejected Holly's request to be a nude life model for her art class, but the thought of the money spurred her on. But she didn't tell Zak where she had been as she knew he wouldn't approve. Ryan and Katie carried a worse-for-wear Maisie home from the pub and Ryan helped put her to bed on Katie's sofa. Maisie told him she liked him looking after her... And Nikhil was taken aback when Adele kissed him under the mistletoe in the pub.
Debbie was angry that Cain returned to Emmerdale. But not as shocked as Cain when he realised Charity was still knocking about the Dales. Maisie was hungover after her boozy night, and felt awkward around Ryan. While he felt guilty about his feelings for Maisie, and took out Katie to dinner to make up for it. Sally was pleased when she found out that Ashley wasn't getting back together with Laurel.
He might have promised Debbie he’d stay out of trouble, but Cain still went for Carl with a spanner after he found out that he'd attacked her. Faye gave Mark a ring as a Xmas present and Natasha got suspicious when she found him being super-nice to the kids. Plus Lisa lied to Zak about where she got the money for Belle’s lap top.
Charity and Cain had a big fight over Christmas dinner at Wishing Well. But things took an unexpected and romantic turn for the ex-lovers when Charity proposed! Meanwhile Mark divided the day between Faye and his family, and Aaron felt weird around Adam at the Barton’s when they were paired up for karaoke. Plus Nicola and Jimmy spent their first Christmas with baby Angelica, and Ashley had a tragic meeting with Laurel.
Cain and Charity break some big news to the Dingles, but will it make up for Christmas? Meanwhile, Mark and Faye decide to come clean... Elsewhere, Maisie talks to Ryan about her feelings.
Zak and Lisa argued about her nude modelling, with Zak insisting: "Only I'm supposed to see those things!" Meanwhile, Carl reluctantly offered his congratulations to Cain and Charity. Elsewhere, Ryan couldn't resist Maisie any longer and took her quite by surprise.
Natasha saw a 'To Let' sign outside Faye's house and stopped by to tell her good riddance. What she didn't know was that Mark had been with Faye just moments before and she didn't plan on leaving the village alone... Will Natasha suss what her husband is up to before he walks out on her? Elsewhere, Maisie was happy to hear that Katie and Ryan were coming to the pub on New Year's Eve and Zak gave Lisa the go-ahead for more nude modelling.
Ryan's keen to stay away from Maisie on New Year's Eve but is put out when he fails to persuade Katie to go to Sheffield with him for the night. In the pub, Maisie's in a vile mood and seethes when Katie confides that she's going to ask Ryan to move in with her. Katie's delighted when Ryan says 'yes' but it's clear that he's all too aware of Maisie's presence.
Maisie added some festive spice to the Woolpack New Year's Eve party by getting a slap from Faye. Despite his initial annoyance at Maisie's behaviour, it wasn't long before Ryan was kissing her passionately in the shadows leaving Katie to wonder where her boyfriend was. Meanwhile, the villagers cracked on with the celebrations, not knowing what explosive revelations the New Year would bring...
2023
Gabby is unimpressed when Kim warns her off of Nicky. Brenda tells shocked Nicola that she and Pollard are retiring. Bernice shows off her plans for the B&B.
Leyla is highly strung as she juggles the stress of work. Dawn is wistful to learn she has missed out on all the fun. Bernice is chuffed when Pollard gives her the job.
Leyla is left hugely conflicted. Marlon and Rhona are exasperated over April's attitude. Bernice and Bob bounce off each other.
Dawn makes a drastic decision. Naomi confronts Rhona. Bernice is thwarted in her plans to get started at the B&B.
Dawn and Kim argue, and it soon reaches boiling point. Mandy is livid, and Nicola drips poison about Naomi.
There is tension between Rhona and Naomi, Bernice faces upset, and Dawn is thankful for an opportunity.
The police pull Cain's loved ones in for questioning. The stakes are high at the farm. Kim is impressed when Gabby shows initiative.
Things take a turn for the worse. Chloe has been taken to hospital. Rhona plans a surprise.
Things get complicated for Mackenzie. Cathy and April are intrigued when Arthur forms a plan. Tensions remain between Chas and Cain.
Laurel gives Gabby food for thought, there is drama for the Dingles, and it remains to be seen whether Mackenzie's efforts will backfire
Ryan overhears a conversation, Kim is impressed by Gabby's pitch, and Amy and Chloe make amends.
Gabby takes her celebrations too far. Ryan asks Chloe some difficult questions. Bernice is furious with Mandy.
Gabby is mortified. Nicola encourages Bernice to make a huge investment. Will comforts upset Dawn.
It is the day of Kyle's hearing. Paddy feels isolated. Mandy has a plan for Chas.
Bear is concerned about Paddy. Leyla is panicked. An unsure Mary shows Rodney her dating app.
Priya revisits her trauma, Vinny lashes out, and Mary goes on a date.
Priya makes a big decision. Leyla is hurt. Bob is at the end of his tether.
David is determined to take control. Rishi is crestfallen. Cathy opens up to Bernice.
Priya makes a horrifying conclusion. Cathy seeks help. And it remains to be seen whether it is third time lucky for Mary.
David tries to make things right. Will makes an accusation. Marlon reassures Mary.
Will confronts Sam about his missing watch. Marshall stands up for Arthur. Kim is left frustrated.
Kim apologises. Bob and Bernice have a plan. Noah makes a discovery.
Charity receives a shocking phone call. Bernice accuses Nicola of being a traitor. Laurel makes a shocking discovery.
Charity has an emotional day. Chas is devastated. Cain hears some home truths.
Moira disappoints Caleb. Ethan gets some news. Laurel is concerned for Arthur.
Naomi has a plan to help Ethan. Bob attempts to keep the peace. Bear tries to get Paddy back on the horse.
Mandy is concerned for Paddy. Ethan is shocked. Chas is taken aback.
Mandy consoles Paddy. Mack is haunted by his guilt. Brenda feels awkward.
Sarah overhears a big secret. Bob ruins Cathy's party. Samson is intrigued.
Bob is determined. Chas is furious with Caleb's interference. Mandy feels guilty.
April forms a plan to keep Marlon safe. Amelia suggests Samson spends time with Esther. Caleb winds up Will.
Will is angry about Caleb continuing to take liberties. Noah is unconvinced about Samson. April searches for ways to keep Marlon safe.
It is tense between Will and Cain. Victoria is shocked by Amy's plan. Noah's insecurities over Samson rise.
Cain feasts on Will's despair. Marcus arrives home from a failed date with Ethan. A grieving Vinny emotionally toasts to Liv's 21st birthday.
The Dingles struggle. Marcus is shocked to see Ethan getting into a stranger's car. Naomi catches up with Victoria about her relationship struggles.
Marcus is hiding a secret guilt, Cathy has a frustrated outburst, Naomi breaks up with Nate.
Cathy reaches boiling point, Samson continues to sow discontent between Noah and Amelia, and Gabby becomes frustrated when her advances towards Nicky keep getting brushed off.
There is a shock in store for Bob and Bernice. Dan struggles with not being able to support his family financially. Gabby finally ignites a spark with Nicky.
Sam gets himself into trouble, Bob is horrified, and Jai urges Jacob to reach out to Leyla to help with her recovery.
Will's trust in Caleb grows. Sam and Lydia try to come up with a plan. Amelia is gutted when her attempt to connect with Samson is thwarted.
Noah begrudgingly agrees to give a smug Samson more money. Leyla misinterprets Jai's warmth as she leans in to kiss him, which Laurel spies.
Paddy's facade crumbles as he is left utterly bereft and broken. Suzy agrees to step in and support Leyla.
Marlon is distressed, and Amy tries to stay strong for a terrified Kyle, whose solicitor phones with big news.
The search for Paddy continues. Amy spontaneously proposes to Matty. Dawn is utterly thrown to see Alex and Naomi flirting.
Things take a turn for the worse after a violent altercation between Carl and Kyle, leaving Nicola threatening to call the police. Charles is unhappy about Naomi's relationship with Alex, so Manpreet advises him to try some reverse psychology. Chas worries about Paddy's road to recovery.
Cain realises at the locals see Kyle's violence as a reflection of his parenting, prompting him to make a big decision. Marlon is desperate to help his friend, while Rishi has a mystery crisp-eating intruder.
Laurel is determined to do the right thing by Marshall, after learning the truth about his relationship with his father. Marlon tries again with Paddy. The identity of Rishi's intruder is revealed.
A few of the locals enjoy a big night out, where Victoria tries to set Ethan up - only to realise that the prospective man is actually interested in her. Amy comes to a decision, and Leyla confronts Callum - will she regret it?
The men of the village gather in the Woolpack for a late-night lock-in, hoping they can talk through their problems while also giving Paddy a chance to finally open up about his difficulties. But the vet is not sure he can face joining his well-meaning friends.
Callum attacks Suzy. Marshall is grateful to Jai and Laurel. Amy and Matty break the news of their engagement.
Leyla acts on some advice. Colin tries to manipulate his son, Marshall. Manpreet advises Charles on Alex.
Leyla's friends and family worry following her disappearance - unaware she has been bound and gagged. Bob fails to pick up on Cathy's behaviour.
Marshall seems confused. Charles puts his foot in it with Naomi. Jimmy opens up at the man club meeting.
Cathy's behaviour puts her life in danger. Paddy is still struggling. Alex makes an effort.
Bob is worried for his daughter. Mary enjoys her date with Faye. Alex acts suspiciously.
Alex shows his true colours. Sarah and Chloe return to the village. Paddy makes plans.
Alex plans his robbery. Moira has some questions for Mack. Paddy gets a lovely offer.
Moira reveals the theme for the Stag and Hen do. Dan is determined to help Amelia, and Liam may have bitten off more than he can chew.
Dawn is aghast that Naomi has fallen for Alex. Paddy is still struggling. Noah is outraged by Samson's attitude
Amelia is pleased Samson is taking an interest in Esther. Alex is comfortable in his new life, and it remains to be seen whether Mackenzie is being honest with himself.
Charity attempts to get to the bottom of Noah's issue. Mackenzie and Chloe argue. Alex plots his next move.
Noah comes clean to Amelia. Charles tries to convince Alex to fight for his kids. Gabby is happy her relationship is getting serious.
Billy and Dawn attend the custody court, Alex makes his move, and Paddy needs a friend.
Amelia gets two offers. Gabby and Nicky have lots to say. An arrest is made.
Nicky and Gabby reveal that they are in a relationship, and eventually he pops the question. Kim is seething.
Kim is left simmering, and Gabby threatens to remove Thomas from her life. Caleb and Leyla flirt.
Leyla receives some shocking news. Faye and Mary open up to each other. Rhona's ex-husband arrives.
Leyla receives some shocking news. Faye and Mary open up to each other. Rhona's ex-husband arrives.
Caleb is determined to fix things with Kim. Rhona is in shock at Gus's request. Faye thinks Mary has stood her up.
There is an unwelcome guest at Rhona's birthday lunch. Kim makes Caleb an offer. Mary is thrilled to see Faye fitting in with the family.
Rhona has a big decision to make. Caleb impresses Kim. Amelia struggles.
Paddy spends time with his family. Leyla is worried about her decision. Will is still distrusting of Caleb.
Chas opens up to Paddy. Amelia speaks to Manpreet about her health concerns. Mandy tries to hide her true feelings.
Mandy is grateful for Vinny's support. Paddy and Bear bond on a fishing trip. Bernice is embarrassed.
Noah tries to reassure Amelia. Chas is taken aback. Bernice is shocked to hear some home truths.
Charity's paranoia gets the better of her. Samson tries to apologise to Amelia. Bernice seizes the opportunity.
Charity and Mackenzie are arrested. Nicky's plan backfires. Bernice is crushed.
Chas opens up to Paddy. Amelia speaks to Manpreet about her health concerns. Mandy tries to hide her true feelings.
Laurel senses that something is not right, Wendy offers advice to Brenda, and Nicky makes a promise to Caleb.
Nicky gets himself in trouble with Cain. Chloe struggles with motherhood. Caleb is furious with Nicky.
Mary is eager to help Faye. Cathy is desperate. Gabby is shocked.
Marshall and Cathy try to numb their pain. Bob and Laurel make a discovery. Caleb is relieved.
Laurel makes a shocking discovery. Faye makes Mary an offer. Cathy makes a big decision.
Chas makes Caleb an offer. Tom and Belle arrange a date. Rhona struggles.
Mary is affronted by Suzy's claims. Arthur and Marshall agree to go on their first date. Cathy says a tearful goodbye.
Mary is left in danger, Belle is guarded, and Nicola is inquisitive.
Chloe breaks some news to Mackenzie. Nicky is incredulous by Caleb's new move. Jimmy has an awkward reunion.
Reuben is taken to hospital. Paddy and Chas share a moment. Sam is not happy.
Paddy struggles with his grief. Amy comforts Chloe. Chas is supportive.
Paddy worries about how he is handling things. Nate worries Mack is deluding himself. An excited Gabby celebrates getting an official wedding date.
Mack reaches breaking point. Wretched Paddy apologises to Mandy. Nicky is horrified.
Will sets his sights on retribution. Kim confronts Cain. Vinny urges Mandy to move forward.
Charity is soon hit with a realisation. Paddy attends a man club away from the village. Kim worries where Caleb's loyalties will lie.
Charity's world crumbles. Mack and Sarah are concerned. Chloe is unnerved.
Mack is shamed as Moira pieces his months of lies together, but her words eventually leave him spurred-on to fix things with Charity. Kim is fully on board with Caleb's plan to convince Moira to sell them Butlers.
Caleb continues to be an interested observer of Moira's financial hardship, hoping he can eventually persuade her to sell. Ryan and Chas worry about Charity. Wendy is left suspicious.
Nicky is stressed after several erroneous attempts to enter Kim's password almost lock her laptop and he tells Caleb they need to find another way. Cain is left in shock when Moira admits defeat in her battle to keep the farm afloat. Jimmy is crushed after an inadvertent mention of Carl causes Tom to flee the scrapyard.
Moira swallows her pride and tells Kim to make an offer for her land. Caleb feels the pressure mounting. Wendy and Liam bond after she discovers a secret about him.
Liam is taken aback when Wendy blatantly lies to Bob so she can come to a murder mystery convention with him. Bob and Bernice find themselves at loggerheads. Mandy only has eyes for one man - so Paddy had better watch out.
Caleb celebrates as the malware on Kim's computer gives him access to her bank accounts, while Nicky is under pressure to persuade Gabby to bring their wedding forward. Wendy and Liam get closer - as do Bob and Bernice. Belle plots to get her uncle and nephew together.
Gabby asks Bernice to walk her down the aisle at her wedding to Nicky as she remains in the dark about his secret. The guilt of cheating on Bob weighs heavy on Wendy, while he struggles to cope with his feelings after his near-kiss with Bernice. Jimmy makes the mistake of telling Tom the truth about his dad.
Bernice tells Bob he needs to show Wendy he cares about their relationship. But both parties seem to be hiding from the truth. Belle is determined to be open about her past with Tom, only for her confession to indirectly lead to a confrontation between Tom and Jimmy.
Nicola tells Jimmy he did the right thing cutting Tom out of his life as his anguish over his nephew is now affecting the rest of his family. Manpreet has a quarrel with a woman in the cafe - but is horrified when she finds out who it is. Ryan is shocked by the arrival of a face from the past.
Charles's mother Claudette takes every opportunity to hurt Manpreet's feelings off the back of yesterday's complaints. Ryan and Gail are embarrassed when Charity catches them after they've spent the night together. Tom tries to make amends with Belle.
Manpreet becomes suspicious about Claudette. Wendy upsets Liam. Ryan and Gail become exclusive with each other.
Jimmy and Tom agree to a fresh start. Claudette stirs the pot. Wendy and Bob feel guilty.
Mack and Chloe are bolstered by their growing friendship. Dan worries about his finances. Gabby is stressed about the wedding.
Amy questions Chloe over her intentions with Mackenzie. Amelia is determined to earn some income. Belle opens up about her struggles with mental health.
Nicky begins to feel the pressure building, and agrees to meet Ally in private. Mack is left reeling.
Preparations are underway for the big wedding. Caleb can see the finish line. Sarah is worried by what Chloe has planned.
Nicky has an admission, Bear misreads the signals, and the locals celebrate Sarah's 18th birthday.
There is a wedding day drama, Charity offers an olive branch, and Claudette irritates Charles, but it remains to be seen what else is bothering him.
Sarah's friend and family gather to throw a secret party for her 18th birthday. Paddy is stunned by what he learns. Mackenzie and Chloe create tensions.
Charles is troubled. Charity is hurt by what she witnessed. Gabby wants vengeance.
The Dingle Court convenes. Caleb has to go. Feelings bubble between Mackenzie and Chloe.
Gabby needs the support of her family. Lonely souls unite. Chloe is thrilled.
A shock revelation creates pandemonium in the pub. Mack has a choice to make. Enemies are made.
The villagers unite against Caleb, who is pushed, but it remains to be seen by who. Tom has a plan.
Caleb is sprawled on the woodland floor. Charles is frustrated. Ryan attempts to help spiraling Charity.
The family watches over Caleb in a coma, detectives question the suspects, and an arrest is made.
Mackenzie panics, Chas is upset, and Mandy returns to chaos.
Mandy confesses her fears. Belle keeps her secret from Tom. Amelia is excited by her new project.
There are fears for Belle, Amelia is unnerved, and Marlon gives Paddy a pep talk.
Amy encourages Chloe despite misgivings. Vinny has a plan. Jai and Laurel have holiday money worries.
Laurel gets down on one knee, Jai uncovers a secret, and Amelia is eager to please.
Rambling Rishi upsets Jai. Dan is furious with his daughter. Wendy is jealous.
Jai discovers Manpreet was in on the secret. Noah is horrified by what he sees on Amelia's phone. Bernice and Bob fight their attraction.
Victoria is suspicious. A man watches Amelia with an intense and greedy interest. Archie heads out on a secret mission.
Dan puts his foot down and rings the police. Wendy has a decision to make. Nate makes a mysterious phone call.
Dan has a visit from the police, Rishi is hopeful for a reconciliation with Jai, and it's Tracy's wedding day, but it remains to be seen who she is marrying.
Victor encourages Naomi, Dan apologises to Amelia, and Leyla and Suzy are blindsided by some news.
Dan snaps, Vinny makes Naomi an offer, and Cain makes an apology.
Naomi is humiliated, Dawn gives Billy some exciting news, and Amelia is in denial.
Amelia's worries are heightened, Charity and Marlon are peeved, and Gabby is not in the mood for celebrating.
Charity ignores Marlon's pleas and Dan is taken for further questioning. Dawn and Billy have an emotional moment.
Amelia makes a shocking discovery. Charity makes a decision. Billy and Dawn are united.
Dawn and Billy are worried for Clemmie. Suni is instantly smitten. Dan is gutted.
Cain and Paddy help Dan. Marlon has a difficult conversation to make. Tracy is made up.
Gabby lays into Nicky. Mary has some news. Dan's brave facade slips.
Mary is blackmailed. Manpreet urges Rishi to give his son the full story. Gabby tries to come up with a revenge plot.
Rhona is heartbroken to see her mum so vulnerable. Bob motivates Tracy, and Laurel convinces Jai.
Mary is torn, Caleb makes Tracy an offer, and Wendy is alarmed when Bob nearly catches her out.
Cain tells Moira it is time for a tough choice. Arthur is heartbroken. Jai has a surprise stag do.
Suni comforts Rishi. Gabby upsets Arthur. Nicola offers some words of support.
Liam surprises Wendy. Moira is sad for a gutted Nate. Bernice tells Bob some shocking news.
Bob's anger starts to rise. Arthur interferes with Rishi and Jai. Charles is troubled.
Jai has a surprise. Wendy worries she has blown it. Things are awkward between Nicky and Suni.
Laurel and Jai's wedding day proves eventful. Claudette confronts Charles. Noah is worried for Amelia.
Cain attempts to lighten the mood. Manpreet worries for Charles. Bob lashes out.
Dan's mind races, and Wendy tells him they might be bringing Lloyd out of his coma. Claudette is worried when weary Victor collapses.
Amelia is in turmoil, Nate is left feeling like a failure, and Nicola is excited to hear her new bus stop is finished.
Terrified Amelia braces herself to make a statement to the police. Cain is annoyed when Nate refuses extra work. Nicky and Suni are left feeling wretched when Gabby catches them kissing.
Dan is stressed as he waits for his hearing to start. Nate is thwarted as Caleb buys his silence. Drunk Gabby tries to land a punch on Nicky.
Amelia is unable to face her father after his guilty plea. Nate threatens to tell Cain everything about Caleb's business. Gabby has to cover her awkwardness with Billy.
Laurel and Jai's plans are jeopardised. Nate taps into a way of making extra money. Amelia wants them to flee but Dan disagrees.
Laurel decides to join Jai in India but is captured by Colin. Nate double deals. Dan makes a decision about his future.
Colin's unstable behaviour escalates. Dan asks Cain for help. Tracy thinks that Nate is doing well at work.
Laurel is terrified, Dan and Amelia set off after saying their veiled goodbyes, and it remains to be seen whether Nate will escape the dodgy double dealing.
There's confusion at the B and B as Bob shows his darker side. Noah is taken aback by some news. Lydia has an idea.
Bob is still angry about Liam and Wendy - with devastating results. The villagers are in a state of shock, leaving Wendy and Liam feeling guilty.
Sam finds an old doll's house that stirs up memories for Lydia, Marlon is apprehensive at the prospect of collecting his specially adapted car and Rhona encourages Mary to get back on the dating scene.
The Dingles celebrate Sam's birthday, although Lydia worries about money and is despondent when Kim rejects her proposal for more hours. Mary puts on a brave face.
Lydia goes to the Hide recruitment fair in search of a new job - but gets more than she bargained for when she bumps into a face from the past. Mary is cagey about her date.
Mack is surprised to hear Chloe planned a christening for Reuben but he quickly offers his support. Paddy tries to avoid Marlon.
Marlon is nervous while Mary is fibbing. Chloe and Mack choose Godparents for their baby. Lydia catches up with Craig again.
Rhona feels the pressure, Samson is in awe, and tensions simmer between Victor and Charles.
Mackenzie asks Charity for a favour. Rhona finally snaps, wanting a solution to her woes. Samson asks for work experience.
It is the day of the Christening and Moira imparts some sisterly advice. Sam feels insignificant around Craig. It is face your fears day.
Manpreet make another request. Wendy worries about Bob's health. Bernice and Nicola plan a competition.
Claudette and Victor have reconnected and Charles is not happy Mackenzie is relieved things seem okay. The pressure builds for Nate.
Claudette is horrified by Victor's betrayal. Nate is starting to get in too deep. Charity accepts Gail's dare.
Nate is alarmed that Chas knows about the business. Awkward Liam arrives for his date with Charity. Gabby is back from her holiday.
There is trouble for Nate and Caleb. Suni jumps at an opportunity. Amelia is disheartened.
Lydia is exasperated by Sam. Claudette asks a favour of Charles. Suni starts work, causing Gabby to react badly.
Craig hopes he can talk to Lydia about their past, and they share a moment. Caleb attempts to broker peace between warring Nate and Cain.
Craig sexually assaults Lydia. Caleb makes his entry into the family official. Belle is thrown to see a hint of chemistry between Dawn and Tom.
Caleb is amused when Cain ropes him in to help with work at the garage. Belle is disheartened when her date is interrupted. Dawn requires Tom's help.
There is tension between Belle and Dawn. Tom is attacked. Charles packs his bag.
Lydia struggles in the aftermath of her ordeal, a grieving Claudette admits that she needed Charles' support, and Gabby insists on selling up.
Amelia settles in living with Chas, while Cain asks if Caleb would like to get out of town, and is determined to keep the reason for their road trip a secret.
Cathy is officially diagnosed and blindsides Bob, while Cain and Caleb make a pact to stick together.
Cathy takes her anger out on her family, Bob feels a twinge in his chest, and Chloe is thrilled when Mack suggests going on a date.
David admits that his feelings for Victoria are burgeoning once again, Jacob is not happy, and Cathy jumps to conclusions.
Jacob has an allergic reaction, Amelia is left stunned, and Sam feels that Lydia is pushing him away.
Leyla is furious, Craig continues to use Samson, and Bob reconnects with Wendy.
Lydia has her say, Gail receives a mysterious phone call, and Cathy is pleased to confirm her date with Samson.
Gail makes a mysterious phone call and is shaken, and Kim is delighted with Gabby's news.
Mandy worries about Lydia, Chloe has her doubts, and Gail is daunted for the day ahead.
Amy is shocked by Chloe's news, Mack has a question, and it remains to be seen whether Ryan can forgive Rachel.
Charles expresses his anger, while Chas finds it hard to conceal her jealousy, and Tom is left in a state of devastation.
Charles expresses his anger, while Chas finds it hard to conceal her jealousy, and Tom is left in a state of devastation.
Manpreet is stressed, Marlon offers reassurance to Chas, and Tom brings some positive news.
Chas is struggling, Tom and Belle prepare to start their new life, and it remains to be seen whether Claudette will forgive her son.
Chas puts her foot in it, Charles tries to apologise to Tom, while Cain and Caleb plot.
Craig manipulates Samson, Mandy is determined, and Charity's facade soon breaks.
Kim tries to help, Cain and Caleb are on mysterious business, and Chloe is glad of Charity's assistance.
Moira is suspicious, Jai makes a confession, and Charity confronts Mackenzie.
Suni struggles to process the truth. Chloe is sick with jealousy, while Sam is upset.
A terrifying situation emerges for Mackenzie, Charity and Chloe. Lydia makes her return, while Chas remains oblivious.
Chas realises she is in serious trouble. Mackenzie calls for help. Cain and Caleb are on a mission.
The stakes are high for Chas. Cain and Caleb are shocked. Suni comes to a realisation.
Cain and Caleb struggle to gain control, while Suni's worst fears are confirmed.
Sam is desperate to unburden his problems, Rhona offers her support, and Paddy is taken aback.
Amelia gets upset, one of the locals tries to play happy families, and Vinny is torn.
Cain supports Sam, Suni is less than pleased with his father's behaviour, and Caleb is intrigued.
Sam is full of admiration for his wife, Vinny is conflicted, and Matty comforts Amy.
Belle senses something is off with Tom, Pollard and Jacob encourage David, and Brenda fishes for gossip.
Amy is shocked, Tom puts on a front, and David goes on a date.
Jacob stands in for David, Victoria is jealous, and Ryan is devastated.
Pollard attempts to get David to move on, Ryan feels awkward, and Tom breaks down.
A nervous Ryan supports Gail, April spills Cathy's plan, and Rhona lends an ear.
Leyla is suspicious. Gail has some heartbreaking news. Lydia is grateful for the support.
Billy is horrified by a grisly discovery. Lydia begins her investigation. Belle is caught out regarding her alibi.
Aaron fights back when the Dingles press him for his alibi. Charity is not being honest. Caleb and Nate offer their account of the day.
Mandy and Marlon are thrust into the hot seat. While she is hiding a secret, he talks through his day.
Lydia remains troubled, Sam reveals there is more to his version of events, and the truth is revealed.
The police arrive in the village, Chloe continues to play happy families, and Marlon swallows his guilt.
Police interviews continue this week. Pollard cannot help lashing out at Brenda. Belle supports Tom.
Brenda is left baffled by Pollard's actions. Sam fears he has lost Lydia for good. Vinny's problems grow.
Nate tries to help, while Jai and Laurel are shocked and angered by what they hear. Victoria is feeling ghosted by Jacob.
Nicola gives advice, Jai hears Amit's reasons, and Bernice continues to treat herself.
Scrapyard problems come to light. Bernice is seemingly guarding a secret. Caleb is happy to mention that he has rekindled things with Leyla.
Bernice has vanished, leaving a trail of debt. Charity plans a trip. Marlon tells Mary his secret.
Bernice tries to escape police involvement. Mack's plans are scuppered, while Rhona struggles to process this news.
The ruck between Billy and Aaron continues. Gabby throws Dawn a baby shower. Rhona arranges to meet Gus.
Rhona is shocked by the situation she finds herself in. Dawn has concerns. Chloe dreams while Mack machinates.
Pressure builds for Mack. Kim heads to see Cain. Jimmy and Nicola make secret plans.
Mackenzie carries out his mission, Rhona cannot keep away from the hospital, and Kim takes control while harbouring guilt.
Chloe confronts Charity with a slap, Sam and Lydia are worlds apart, and April learns the truth.
Charity and Mack are unaware that Chloe is planning a flit, Caleb is suspicious, and Rhona has regrets.
Chloe packs her bags, Samson's heart is on the line, and Caleb expresses his suspicions to Cain.
Pollard is too proud, David misses the secrets all around him, and Leyla twigs that Jacob has a new woman in his life.
David's birthday goes awry, Charity wants to help Mack, and Suni is shocked that Amit wants to go.
There is utter shock for David, Caleb has unfinished business, Laurel asks questions, and Amit is worried.
There are heartbreaking times for David, sparks continue to fly, and Suni books a night out.
Tracy plays with fire, a night out goes badly, and David makes a big decision.
Ethan is rocked by an invitation, Suni is not in a good place, and Brenda encourages Pollard to speak to Manpreet.
Rhona watches as Gus exits the hospital. Tracy and Caleb are interrupted in the throes of passion. Matty feels the strain.
Rhona's behaviour raises suspicion, and she crumbles under Marlon's questioning. Tracy is feeling guilty when Nate comes home and compliments her.
Gus is furious at Rhona's actions, and Caleb is far from happy with what he sees.
Caleb manipulates Nate, who might catch Tracy and Miligan. Will Kim tell Lydia the truth?
Victoria is unable to resist the chemistry between her and Jacob, and he wants their relationship to be out in the open. Manpreet does her best to support Brenda and Pollard.
Pollard is taken by surprise when he experiences an unexpected tremor. Tracy and Caleb start to see themselves as kindred spirits. Jimmy is turned on by Nicola's lust for power.
Matty hides the truth about Chloe and Reuben from Mack, meanwhile Sam and Samson look forward to Christmas.
Mack is frustrated over Amy's unwillingness to tell him where his son is. Manpreet encourages Pollard to be honest with his friend. Vic opens up to Aaron
Amy shames Mack for isolating vulnerable Chloe even further. Belle is intrigued as Tom announces he has a secret plan. Mandy questions her ability to cope.
Angelica has a choice to make. Tom beats himself up about his failed plans. Charles is taken aback by Aaron's attitude towards his mother.
Charles gets Chas to open up. An unresponsive Mack sits bound to a chair in an abandoned factory. Claudette offers Amelia money to go and see Dan.
Aaron crosses the line when he humiliates Ethan. Chas confronts Aaron. Suni makes his return to work.
Stunned by Kim's confession, Will is left with a decision to make. Mary's concern for Gus and Ivy grows.
Dawn's contractions start. Rhona's jaw drops when Mary arrives home with Gus and Ivy. Tracy is panicked that Nicky knows about their affair.
Marlon is lacking patience for the new house guests. Caleb assures Tracy that Nicky will keep their secret. Bob presses for gossip on Heath's date.
Mackenzie is in peril. Tracy and Caleb dice with danger. Marlon reaches breaking point.
Suni urges Amit to tell the truth. Rhona tries to hide her unease. Aaron is desperate for information.
Belle forms a new plan. Suni fills Nicky in. Mary makes a suggestion.
Belle proposes to Tom with the help of Torvill and Dean. Bear is deflated, and Aaron is irritated.
Tom presents Belle with his mum's ring. Nicola convinces Bob to help her. Heath and Cathy have a plan.
2012
Charity is alarmed to be questioned by the police. Ashley considers a fresh start. Nicola is on a mission to help Rodney.
Ashley is subdued as Laurel takes the kids to school, with the situation between them still unresolved. Soon afterwards, Ashley ushers Sandy out when Jude arrives to talk about the parish move. Jude is surprised to hear that Ashley has not mentioned it to Laurel.
Cain is exasperated when Aaron refuses to take the hint about leaving him alone. When Charity and Jai arrive at The Woolpack, Cain stops Aaron when he makes a lunge for Jai. Soon afterwards, Aaron has to be restrained again when he makes another attempt to attack Jai.
Aaron still wants revenge on Jai when Zak, Lisa and Sam find him banging on Jai's door and smashing windows. As they try and pull him away, Aaron strikes Lisa in the face by accident. Hazel tries to calm the situation, while Zak visits Cain and tells him to put an end to Aaron's outrage as he's the only one who can stop him. Elsewhere, Charity wants Debbie to be at the wedding, but Debbie turns her down. Charity excitedly tells Sarah that she wants her to be a bridesmaid when she sees her in the street, but Debbie is annoyed that she has gone behind her back to get what she wants. Also, Jimmy is still suspicious of Rodney and thinks something is amiss when he comes back from a run having drummed up more business.
Father and son have a tense and emotional confrontation as Zak admits he attacked Cain as he was out of control and needed to be taught a lesson. Meanwhile, Hazel is taken aback by Aaron's fury as she and Chas try and talk to him. Chas is concerned to see that his urge for revenge against Jai is as strong as ever. Elsewhere, Debbie embarrasses Belle when she finds her with Sean. Lisa frets when she finds out that Belle was with Sean, but eventually asks Belle if she can be trusted with him.
Aaron is unimpressed when Zak advises him to stay away from Jai, while Chas is annoyed when Diane agrees to Charity and Jai having their reception at The Woolpack. At the same time, Cameron is sick of all the domestics as he tells Debbie how Chas and Charity were at each other's throats again. Later, Charity is fed up as she and Jai watch the glaziers clear up the mess caused by Aaron, but they're united when he tells her all that matters is them being together and getting married.
Zak begin to make veiled goodbyes. Aaron is thrilled when Cain asks for a lift to Jai's. Aaron thinks they're heading there to get revenge, but he is told to wait in the car as Cain goes to speak to Charity. Charity is confused when Cain explains that he won't be bothering her or Jai again. Cain tries to cover his heartbreak as he goes. Meanwhile, Ashley enjoys his trip with Laurel and seems enthusiastic with how it's going. Back home at The Woolpack, Sandy is crestfallen when no-one takes up his offer of going back to his place for a drink. Elsewhere, Cameron is wound up and upset when he sees Debbie buying wine in preparation for spending the night with Andy, Moira notices John's new friendship with Chas, while Eric suggests that Amy should put a stop to Val visiting Kyle as she is becoming obsessed.
Cain confronts Charity with the truth about his attacker. At the same time, Zak waits for the police - resigned to their fate. Cain asks Aaron to take him to the police station, explaining that he wants to change his statement. However, the strain is starting to show on him. Meanwhile, Debbie awkwardly arrives at Andy's as it's time for them to sleep together. As the situation moves forward, Debbie does her best to go through with it - but Andy is left humiliated when Debbie admits that she can't go ahead and she quickly leaves. Elsewhere, Ashley drops his bombshell on Laurel as he asks how she'd feel about moving to the new parish, Val is upset about not being allowed to see Kyle, Sandy invites the youngsters back after the pub and they order pizza, while Eric shares his worries with Diane.
Laurel promises that she'll think about Ashley's plans for a new life. When they arrive home from their trip, they see the front door is ajar and they're shocked to discover the mess. Ashley tries to cover his rage, but he's furious with Sandy. Later, Laurel tries to cover her doubts when she talks to Nicola about Ashley's idea, while Ashley is exasperated to hear that Sandy was drinking with the youngsters last night. Soon afterwards, Ashley is delighted when Laurel gives him her answer - she will move if he gets the job, but it's clear she still has reservations. Meanwhile, Cameron is astonished when Debbie tells him that she didn't sleep with Andy as she couldn't go through with it. Later, Debbie's hopes are shattered when a humiliated and rejected Andy refuses to try again the natural way.
Debbie plans a secret meeting to trap Andy into sleeping with her, asking him to meet her at a bar later. Chas is concerned by the idea, but Debbie is determined to see it through. Debbie guiltily tells Cameron that she's going on a shopping trip, and she feels even worse when he gives her some money to treat herself.
Debbie asks Andy to keep it a secret as she scuttles back to Cameron, leaving Andy confused over how he's feeling. Unaware of what's happened, Alicia is dressed up to the nines to impress Andy, optimistic that they can get back on track.
Full of hope, Alicia tries to talk to Andy - but she is hurt and angry when she realises that he doesn't want to get back with her. Later, Debbie offers to go to Viv and Terry's memorial with Andy and feels uncomfortable as she finds herself supporting him during the service.
It's the day that Amy must sign the adoption papers, but she and Eric are baffled by Val's breezy attitude. Amy is clearly feeling worried about the day ahead, while Eric is not convinced by Val's sincerity as she tells the troubled teenager that she wants what's best for her. Val stays with Amy when Lydia and Kath arrive with the papers, comforting her as she's about to sign. However, Amy wants Val to leave when she tries to change her mind. Val is then heartbroken when she sees Amy sign. Soon afterwards, Amy worries that Eric and Val may split up.
Rodney is having a difficult time and things get worse when the police arrive to question him about a serious accident. Rodney asks to speak to a solicitor when he's questioned about hitting a cyclist. The net tightens when he hears that it's an offence that carries a prison sentence. Rodney is furious, threatening to take Carl down with him if he gets sent to jail. At the same time, Nicola nags Carl to give Rodney more work.
Carl is anxious as Nicola's suspicions mount after Rodney lets her down. Rodney challenges Carl, explaining that he wants to tell the police the truth. When Jimmy returns, he too is suspicious of Carl and Rodney's dealings, telling Nicola about them looking shifty earlier. Carl tries to assuage the situation by offering Rodney his job back, but Rodney holds Carl to ransom - demanding cash or he'll drop him in it. Meanwhile, Hazel breaks the news to Bob that she thinks it might be the right time for her to move on. Bob is worried when he realises that she's thinking of leaving and taking Aaron with her. Later, Hazel is concerned for Aaron when he tells her that he has to play happy families for Zak's 60th knowing he still can't face him.
Ashley tells Sandy and Edna that the bishop wants to meet him. Sandy hopes it's not about the impending move, while Laurel struggles not to argue with Ashley over Sandy not wanting to go with them. Soon afterwards, Laurel is proud to hear that Ashley has got the job but it does mean moving. Sandy seems devastated and Edna is concerned when Ashley tells her that Sandy will be staying on in the village.
Laurel is happy, believing this could be a new start as she rushes to get a pregnancy test. Ashley is shocked when Laurel shows him she has a pregnancy test kit, and it's not the reaction she had hoped for. Laurel is devastated when she realises that Ashley thinks it could be Marlon's. As Laurel goes upstairs to do the test, Ashley is left feeling a multitude of emotions.
Laurel has not come home and Ashley tries not to lose his patience as he gets the kids ready for school, while Sandy is worried that Ashley doesn't know where his wife is. It turns out that Laurel has stayed at Nicola's, and Jimmy and Carl are curious to know if she has left Ashley. At the same time, Ashley partly blames Sandy for Laurel's departure and tells him that he will have to explain it to the children. Later, Nicola is saddened when Laurel tells her that she thinks it might be time to accept that it's over with Ashley. Nicola visits Ashley wanting to help him save his marriage, explaining that he must forgive Laurel if he doesn't want to lose his family. Meanwhile, Belle is intrigued to find Sean waiting for her at the bus stop, and he takes her to the cricket pavilion - where he has carved their names. Belle is touched, giving him a scarf, and Sean kisses her.
Marlon is shocked when Ashley arrives at the pub and accuses him of sleeping with Laurel, telling Marlon that she has admitted it. Marlon denies the accusation and Ashley realises that he is telling the truth.
Aaron lies to Chas and Paddy about the bruise on his head, insisting that he's fine. He also tells Paddy that he hit his head on a car bonnet. However, Chas is concerned when she and Paddy realise that Aaron has told them different stories.
Hazel tells Bob that she is leaving and she's grateful when he wants to make the most of their time left. Later, a small crowd gathers in the pub to say goodbye. Chas is pleased that Hazel is leaving, but she agrees to say goodbye to Aaron for her and apologise to him. Bob packs the car with Hazel's bags as she tells him that she needs to say one last goodbye and heads towards the graveyard.
It's the morning of Jai and Charity's wedding, but Jai and Nikhil still haven't made up. Gennie is flustered when Declan comes up with a plan to get Nikhil and Jai to talk. Declan re-routes the taxi to pick up Katie with the hope that Nikhil and Jai will speak. Nikhil guesses their plan, but the brothers still make up when Nikhil senses Declan's pain over losing Mia.
Jai starts to think the worst as Charity still hasn't arrived. At the same time, Charity urges Debbie to pull herself out of her grief. Cain tells Debbie that she should go to the wedding and he suppresses his own feelings of grief at finally losing Charity. Not long afterwards, Jai is pleased when Chas tells him that Charity has arrived with Debbie.
Cain is broken after Charity's wedding and snaps when Sarah talks about it. Debbie is glad to have Cameron back as she cuddles up to him, but Cameron fumes when Andy approaches - concerned about Debbie. Cameron is soon irritated further as Andy brings chocolates for Debbie.
Diane is worried for Andy when she sees Debbie and Cameron being affectionate. She tries to talk to Andy about what she has seen, but he insists that she's wrong and closes down the conversation. Soon afterwards, Andy panics when he hears that Debbie is at the doctors' without him, but Diane advises him not to push things.
Debbie is annoyed when Alicia congratulates her publicly about her pregnancy and village gossip Pearl overhears. Jacob tells Sarah that her mum is having a baby and Cameron's heart sinks when he realises that Sarah knows.
Moira apologises to John for what happened with Chas, but at work, she's hurt when she again notices a spark between the pair. She is further gutted when Chas nips out, knowing she's following John out. Marlon worries for Moira as he watches her pour herself a stiff drink - blaming herself for losing everything.
It's the day of the court case, and Carl is cornered when Rodney tells him to agree to the deal or face risking prison. Soon afterwards, Rodney leaves for court - telling Brenda that Carl has paid him the £10,000. However, despite the money, he dreads the worst. Matters are not helped when a stand-in solicitor arrives, telling Rodney that it's his first unsupervised case and this particular judge is known to make examples of people.
Edna tells Jimmy that the company card has been declined. Jimmy knows it's bad news when Edna explains that Carl has taken out £10,000. Later, Carl collars Rodney - furious to have been ripped off - but Rodney makes his escape when Diane notices that something is going on between them.
Nicola suspects there's something going on between Jimmy and Carl, and she's later shocked when she sees Rodney's picture in the paper with an article about how he was lucky to avoid a prison charge. Jimmy feels guilty as he tells her about Rodney taking the convictions for Carl and blackmailing him over it.
Amy has gone AWOL and is dressed up for a night out and asleep on the bus with an unexplained black eye. Unable to face Val, Amy heads to the Dingles' place, where she cries when Belle hands her a photo of Kyle.
Diane warns Chas that John may be using her as a rebound, but Chas is excited when she gets a text asking her for lunch. Moira, Adam and Holly are then floored when they see Chas getting into John's car and kiss him before driving off.
John tries to talk to the kids about Chas, but they're not interested. When Moira arrives, the kids leave to let their parents have time to talk - and Moira is shocked into silence when John tells her that he wants a divorce. When Adam takes his quad bike to the garage to be fixed, Chas spills the beans about the impending divorce.
Moira is distraught and has phoned in sick while Marlon comforts her. At the same time, Aaron tells Adam that he has fixed the quad bike, but neither of them is prepared to make the first move to make up. Later, Chas is surprised when John arrives and they arrange for her to go to his house. Brenda is astonished to see Chas getting into John's car and kissing him.
Chas anticipates a fun afternoon at the farm as John leads her upstairs, but she's left feeling rejected when he pulls away, telling her that he can't do this. Over at the pub, Brenda puts her foot in it when she tells Moira about seeing John with Chas.
Eric hopes things will settle with Val after her and Amy's holiday, but he's worried when Diane suggests that Val might be doing a runner. He tries to convince himself that she has got it wrong, but questions Val's intentions as she's getting ready to leave. Val is caught as she tries to brush off Eric's concerns but Amy's shocked when Val says that it sounds tempting to stay in Portugal.
Holly, Hannah and Adam are disappointed when John tells them that it's over with Moira. At the same time, Moira confides in Chas, who urges her to try harder with John as they are meant to be together. Moira goes to the farm feeling determined, but as she talks to John, she realises they need to move on for everyone's sake.
John and Moira decide to speak to the kids, and Moira is sick with guilt as she tells them about the divorce. John's heart breaks as he watches Moira leave the house, and he hurls a mug at the wall in utter turmoil. Later, John visits Moira to ask how it went at the solicitors. Moira is unsure of his feelings as they both reminisce.
The Barton kids are hopeful when John and Moira explain that the divorce is on hold. Moira and John are left to spend time together, both nervous and awkward about being alone. Following a discussion between the pair, John struggles with his feelings as Moira makes it clear she wants to go to the bedroom, but they are both hopeful they're back on track.
John and Moira are both shy and apprehensive as they head off for their night away, taking Andy's Land Rover so that Andy and Adam can use John's truck. As they reminisce over when they first got together, suddenly John hits a patch of ice in the road and the car skids at high speed, crashing through an obstruction and landing on its side in the darkness.
The Bartons are numb with grief as the news spreads across the village. Meanwhile, shocked by the news, Andy clings to Debbie but she's unnerved by his embrace. He's left hurt and humiliated when he confesses his feelings to her and she tells him that there's nothing going on between them. Later, Diane has a go at Debbie for leading Andy on. Cameron wonders what's going on when he enters and Debbie's evasive. Soon afterwards, Cameron is in shock when Andy tells him that he slept with Debbie to conceive the baby. Elsewhere, Charity visits Declan, wanting to see if there's any more news regarding the festival. Declan says the council are happy, provided there's an access road which can only be made through the Bartons' land.
Declan is concerned that the council need his festival application before their deadline and the permission is dependent on an access road across the Bartons' land. Katie worries about Declan's timing as it's too soon after the accident, but they both head to the farm.
Declan is still determined to go ahead with the festival. As Nicola angles for a job organising it, Declan enjoys playing her and Charity against each other. Later, Charity and Nicola are dumbstruck when Declan introduces them to Megan, his new festival manager - neglecting to mention that she is his half-sister. As the day continues, Megan and Declan bicker about whether she'll join forces with him.
Katie asks Jai about Megan's background, so Jai warily explains that she once had a deal with Declan that went very wrong. At the same time, Declan explains to Megan that he really needs her on board with the festival and wants her skills to get the Bartons back on side. However, Megan is not sure, leaving Declan frustrated.
Lisa expresses her worries about Zak to Sam, explaining that he didn't come to bed last night and she can't find him. She does her best to hide her concerns from Belle, but is later forced to admit to Belle that she doesn't know where Zak is. Later, the Dingles are surprised when Jimmy calls round and tells them that he saw Zak's van abandoned in town, and he agrees to take them to it.
Lisa is about to call the police over Zak's disappearance when he strolls in, leaving her and Sam stunned. Lisa wants to know where he's been, but Zak is uneasy as he can't remember and tries to cover. Lisa is astounded by his attitude and frustrated by his lack of answers, while he feels guilty for upsetting his family.
It's the day of the funeral and Adam fights back the tears as he looks out over the fields. Holly is grateful for Roz's support when she turns up, but it's a heartbreaking day for the village. At the wake, Adam has one drink too many to drown his sorrows and lays into Declan and Chas. Meanwhile, Ashley is sarcastic with Sandy when he wants to go to the funeral and refuses to cash his pension for him. Later, Laurel is concerned when Sandy apologises for ruining her night and she sees how sad he looks. Elsewhere, Lisa is disgusted when Zak decides not to attend the funeral, while Declan tells Megan that she's got until tomorrow to make her decision about the festival job.
Adam wants the family to pay their debts off with Declan, and Moira tells him that John had an endowment policy. However, Moira is later shocked and depressed to hear that John had already cashed in the policy - they have nothing. Moira is close to despair over their money situation, and the kids are horrified when Moira tells them they're selling up.
Alex and Andy are floored when Moira explains that she's selling the farm. Moira visits Declan, but becomes angry and emotional when he refuses to buy the farm. Once Moira has gone, Megan asks Declan if he has reasons for turning such an offer down. Moira is upset after seeing Declan and is in danger of snapping as she tells the kids.
Paddy is suspicious when Rhona tells him that they're going out for dinner. Paddy waits for Rhona at the B&B, but she is late and as his frustrations build, Paddy orders a bottle of wine. When Rhona eventually shows up, Paddy is drunk and Rhona is mortified by his behaviour.
Debbie is concerned by Cameron's distance as they return home from the B&B, and Cameron is furious to hear that Andy visited yesterday. With poor timing, Andy interrupts the couple, further fuelling Cameron's rage. Debbie is terrified that she could be losing Cameron.
Chas tries to persuade Cameron to stick by Debbie, not wanting him to do anything he'll regret. Cameron soon steels himself to face Debbie and she's seriously worried that she's lost him when he won't believe her promises. However, Cameron can't go through with breaking up with Debbie. Later, Cameron tells Debbie that he now understands how much she needs him. However, Debbie won't be pitied or patronised and flies into a rage - telling Cameron they are over. Cameron leaves stunned, and Debbie is heartbroken. Meanwhile, Victoria suggests that Paddy should man up and propose himself. However, Rhona soon tells Victoria that she's had a lucky escape from Paddy because there are no happy endings where relationships are concerned.
Eric and Amy head out to meet Val at the airport, but David declines to go. The pair wait at the airport, but there's no sign of her and Eric becomes doubtful of her return. However, they leave with renewed hope, thinking she might be at home.
Aaron nervously calls Ed to ask him out for a drink, but soon cancels to help Adam, who is struggling at the farm with a broken roof. Later, Ed arrives with two teammates, and they step in to help fix the barn roof. Holly takes an instant shine to Ed, but it's not long before Aaron gets the confirmation he wants - Ed is gay. Oblivious to this, Holly continues to flirt with Ed.
Holly still fancies Ed and fishes for gossip from Aaron, who is forced to explain that Ed is gay. Soon afterwards, Aaron gets anxious when he realises that he and Ed are going to Bar West for their first date.
There's an awkward atmosphere when Cameron wishes Debbie luck for the appointment. Soon afterwards, Chas and Cameron are amused when Megan mistakes them for a couple, as Chas has given him a job helping her behind the bar. Later, Chas and Cameron sit talking about love and compare notes about their terrible track records with relationships. As the chemistry sizzles, they surprise themselves by kissing.
Things are awkward between Chas and Cameron after their kiss, and Chas feels terrible as she arrives to wish Debbie luck with the hospital appointment to check if the baby is a match for Sarah.
Aaron decides to phone Ed, but is disappointed when he doesn't call back. Aaron fears he's missed his chance, but is glad when Ed arrives and they go into the back room. Aaron is scared as he decides to brave showing Ed his scars from self harming.
Cameron is preparing to leave for Jersey as the Dingles await the test results to see if the baby is a match. Chas is sad but relieved that Cameron is leaving, and feels uncomfortable when Charity explains that she wants to get Cameron and Debbie back together. Debbie is apprehensive when the phone rings.
At the Barton house, Holly is distracted by a noise and opens Moira's bedroom door to find her mum weeping over a photo of John. Holly steels herself before comforting Moira.
Ashley tries to help Sandy up out of bed, but loses patience and heads out - leaving Sandy feeling helpless. Rachel then arrives to clean, but Ashley tells her that she isn't needed and feels conflicted as he leaves Sandy in the house alone.
Laurel snubs Rachel in the café when she accusingly asks about Sandy. At the same time, Ashley checks that Sandy doesn't need anything before he heads out, and Sandy is ashamed at being treated like a child. Later, the pair make their peace - but it doesn't last for long when Arthur chokes on a plastic piece from Sandy's model boat.
Holly pockets the heroin as Moira wants the Bartons to scatter the ashes. She pleads with her mum, not wanting to go, but reluctantly heads out. Soon afterwards, Moira scatters the ashes while Hannah lays some flowers.
Cain's leg is in agony and he struggles as he tries to bring Holly round. He manages to get her into a car and staggers into the driver's seat. Seeing Alex on Main Street, Cain tells him to contact Moira - explaining that he needs to get Holly to the hospital quickly.
Alan visits Sandy and is pleased when he manages to tempt him to a game of dominoes in the pub later. However, Ashley forces Sandy to stay at home and rest after he asks for his son's assistance in getting to The Woolpack. S
Marlon is taken aback when a concerned Rachel tells him that she's worried about how Ashley treats Sandy. She's stung and angry when Marlon dismisses her accusations and thinks she's saying it out of spite.
Marlon tells Rachel that Sandy didn't seem himself yesterday, further fuelling her concerns. At the same time, Sandy is hurt and frustrated when an angry Ashley refuses to give him his keys back. In the café, Marlon takes the opportunity to speak to Laurel about Sandy.
Chas and Paddy worry that Aaron is going to get hurt by Ed. Aaron pretends that he wasn't bothered by Ed standing him up yesterday, but gives Ed a taste of his own medicine by leaving him waiting at the café. Aaron then gets sick of Debbie and Cain's meddling when they tell Ed that Aaron will meet him in the pub that night. Aaron tells them there's no point stringing it out - he's finishing it with Ed.
Aaron tires of Adam's increasing resentment towards Cain and reminds him that his mum wasn't an innocent victim. Soon afterwards, Adam quizzes Moira about Cain, but she finally snaps - telling him that he should look at his own actions if he wants someone to blame.
Cain desperately looks for a way out of the garage as the fire spreads. Hearing his cries for help, Adam panics and accelerates away on his quad. The fire starts to take hold and Cain sees the situation becoming more dangerous.
At the scene of the garage fire, everyone is shocked as they come to terms with what has happened. Soon afterwards, Holly finds Adam panicking and is stunned to hear that he started the fire. Moira is suspicious of the pair's behaviour, but Aaron arrives and backs up Adam's story.
Adam is unnerved to see a fire investigation vehicle parked up at the garage. Soon afterwards, Aaron finds Adam and is shocked to see that he's in a bad state with a bottle of vodka. Aaron encourages Adam to face his fears, promising that he'll help him through it. Eventually, Adam returns home and Moira does her best to reassure him that everything's going to be okay.
Ashley is forced to leave Sandy at home looking after Gabby while he visits a parishioner. Sandy and Gabby enjoy themselves painting festive Easter eggs, until Sandy absent-mindedly leaves a tap running.
As Sandy offers to help with the household chores, Laurel sees the terrible bruising on his wrist and suggests that he should go to hospital. Ashley is quick to offer to take him. Rachel witnesses Ashley trying to bundle Sandy into the car and voices her concerns to Ruby, who tells her to stop interfering.
Sandy is taken aback when Gabby regurgitates what Ashley said to her about his fall being an accident. Edna later visits Sandy and is concerned about his injury.
Ashley doesn't want Laurel to say anything to Rachel, but she can't help herself and goes looking for her. Ashley then sits at home feeling anxious, wondering whether it was Sandy who called social services. He feels guilty as he tries to convince himself and Sandy that he's done nothing wrong.
Ashley is worried when he realises that Sandy is not at home, but Laurel reassures him that Diane has just taken him for a drive. At the same time, Rachel is frustrated as she telephones social services and they can't tell her anything about their visit to Sandy yesterday.
The police arrive in the village to ask Cain more questions about the garage fire, now suspecting that it could have been an insurance job. Once the police have left, Debbie stresses that the garage has been deliberately targeted and is worried about their safety. Cain is then forced to tell a shocked Debbie and Cameron the truth.
Aaron is questioned by the police at the station and they warn him about the severity of the situation. However, DI Fletcher seems suspicious of Aaron's story. At the same time, Adam is unaware of what Aaron is up to until Holly lets it slip.
Aaron makes a phone call to Ed, before telling Chas that he torched the garage and he's already confessed to the police. Chas is angry, but becomes confused by his calmness and determination when Aaron asks her to trust him.
Dressed in his suit on his day in court, Aaron visits Chas at The Woolpack and tells her that it would be best if she stayed at home. However, Chas knows something is amiss and decides to go. Cameron offers to attend court with her, but Cain doesn't trust him not to say anything stupid, so insists he will go along too.
Adam contemplates losing his best friend as Paddy struggles to stay strong. Chas is reduced to tears as she is forced to say goodbye to Aaron in heartbreaking circumstances. Meanwhile, Brenda calls round to Pollard's to collect her coat and offers to help clean the B&B. David gives his dad a disapproving look, knowing what he's been up to. However, Pollard ushers David out as he enjoys a drink with Brenda. After coming downstairs, Brenda suggests a drink at The Woolpack, but Pollard wants to keep things quiet. Brenda agrees that keeping it a secret might be fun. Elsewhere, a guilty Sean offers to help Ali learn to read.
Cameron tries to support Chas and tells her that he's there for her. Soon afterwards, Chas is wound up by Rachel as she makes jibes about Aaron and Lisa steps in, steering Chas into the back. Later, Cameron apologises to Chas for the situation, but she tells him that he's the only one who got it right.
Zak is feeling the pressure when Lisa mentions the importance of supporting Chas now that Aaron is gone. The stress heightens when Debbie then suggests that he could help her fix up the burnt-out garage. Zak is close to breaking point as he escapes to the gents at The Woolpack, and he collapses on his way back into the pub.
Rachel is confused when Ashley has a go at her in the street about spreading gossip. Back home, Sandy is shaken when an enraged Ashley questions him about what he's been saying to Edna and Rachel. Ashley then viciously grabs Sandy's wrist, hurting him. Ashley soon becomes emotional as he checks his father's wrist for damage and blames Sandy for making things so difficult.
Laurel sees Sandy holding his wrist and Ashley is quick to help him, feeling awkward and struggling to look him in the eye. Soon afterwards, Sandy calls social services, unaware that Ashley has walked in behind him.
Cameron thinks that Chas and Luke spent the night together and is distracted at the surgery as Debbie has her midwife appointment. It's all too real for Cameron when they discover that Debbie's having a boy. However, Chas tells Charity that she actually sent Luke home. Cameron can barely hide his smile when he discovers that Chas didn't sleep with Luke, but is jealous when Luke reappears and approaches Chas.
Chas and Cameron kiss passionately in The Woolpack's cellar, tearing at each other's clothes. Afterwards they are consumed with guilt as they get dressed and quickly agree a cover story about changing the barrel. Back in the bar, Cameron feels guilty when Debbie insists that she owes him and never meant to take him for granted.
Cameron plays the doting boyfriend with Debbie, but his mind is still on Chas. Debbie then heads off on a shopping trip with Charity, leaving Cameron looking after Sarah. Chas sees that he has a plan.
Brenda is intrigued when Bob drives off without saying where he's going. At the same time, Jimmy is behaving strangely, so Carl tries to find out what's going on.
Jai and Nikhil are horrified when Gennie takes a call from a client who has received the wrong chocolates. As the fiasco escalates, Jai and Nikhil warn the factory staff that they'll get to the bottom of it. Ali and Lisa panic over whether they should come clean, but Lisa feels she has no choice but to admit that she left Ali in charge so she could collect Samson.
Laurel and Ashley get Sandy ready for his visit to the care home. However, Laurel is stunned when Gabby mentions the time that Ashley pushed Sandy over. Laurel questions Gabby, but she clams up when Ashley comes in - leaving Laurel in turmoil. At the care home, Laurel gets Sandy alone, but he is too uncomfortable to tell her what's been going on. Laurel can tell that he's hiding something, and Ashley is concerned when he sees them talking.
Laurel continues to plead with Sandy to confide in her, but he's adamant that there's nothing to tell. Soon afterwards, Laurel visits Rachel to find out what she said to social services about Sandy.
A panicked Laurel rushes to Sandy, screaming at Ashley to keep away. Disgusted with himself, Ashley runs from the house. Laurel tends to Sandy and asks him how many times this has happened. Sandy tearfully admits this was the first time Ashley actually hit him. Laurel then vows to look after Sandy and takes him round to Edna's house while she goes to find Ashley.
As a new day dawns in the village, Edna is anxious and wants to help Sandy, telling him that she's his friend. She's shocked when she discovers that Ashley has hurt Sandy. Later, Laurel returns home to Mulberry Cottage and tells Ashley that if he stays, he can't be left alone with his dad or the kids.
Zak is preoccupied as he fixes some fencing, and becomes irked when he thinks that Lisa is hassling him. At the factory, Ali is back at work and apologises to Lisa, but she is distracted as she is worrying about Zak.
Laurel remains wary of Ashley, not wanting him around the kids or Sandy. Ashley takes the hint to leave as Laurel heads out, promising Sandy that she won't be long. Ashley goes to the café to work, but Edna arrives and is in no mood to talk to him. Laurel is awkward as she tells Bob that Sandy is unwell, and Rachel is suspicious when she overhears the conversation. Rachel visits Sandy and when she sees his bruise, she accuses Laurel of covering things up.
Laurel struggles to cope as she tells Ashley that they need to start acting normally to stop people talking, but she explains that she still can't leave him alone with his dad.
Diane is shocked to see Sandy's injury, and Laurel knows Diane is right when she insists that they can't make it go away themselves and the situation has to be dealt with properly. Later, Ashley is dressed for church but is worried about who'll be there.
Ashley arrives at the pub, announcing to everyone that he's done something terrible and they all need to know. Ashley then openly admits to hitting Sandy. Nicola takes Gabby out and heads off to warn Laurel about what Ashley is doing. Soon afterwards, back at the cottage, Ashley is devastated as he tries to talk to Gabby and sees that she's scared of him after what she heard in the pub.
Ashley has spent the night in the church but receives some support from Rodney, who offers to cook him breakfast. Soon afterwards, Laurel returns to work and is dismayed to discover that everyone knows about her and Marlon following Ashley's announcement. Marlon visits her at work to see if she's okay and they both blame themselves for the situation.
Laurel is stressed as she is on the phone to the police, trying to find out what is happening with Ashley. Sandy is annoyed that Edna got the police involved, insisting that he won't testify against Ashley. Later, Rodney is surprised when he sees that Ashley is back in the village. Ashley explains that he received a caution, but is clearly terrified by what the future holds.
Chas shows Cameron through to the back room at The Woolpack, and he is desperate to hear her thoughts on leaving Debbie. Chas is terrified over the prospect, questioning how it would work in reality. Although it's clear she is tempted, Chas tells Cameron that her answer is no at the moment.
Zak warns Lisa that he doesn't want her with him for his hospital appointment. Lisa is worried as Zak seems more preoccupied by the health of his chickens than his own. Soon afterwards, Sam is annoyed when Zak hasn't turned up at Home Farm and grumbles to Lisa.
Zak heads to the hospital alone, where Doctor Maude tells him the test results are all fine and there's nothing to worry about. Zak insists that he must be sick, and Dr Maude calls security when he becomes aggressive. The doctor suggests that Zak would benefit from some counselling, but he leaves in turmoil.
Zak is defensive as Lisa questions him about what the consultant said. He knows that he's gone too far with the deception to back out now, so he lies that the cancer has spread to his glands. Zak is relieved to escape more questions when Paddy comes to look at the chickens. Zak heads out, leaving Lisa to tell Paddy the bad news about his cancer.
The guilt begins to get too much for Chas as Debbie asks her to take some clothes to the hospital for Sarah. As Debbie goes to speak to the doctor, Chas battles her emotions as Sarah reveals that Cameron has promised to take her to Disney World when she is better. At the same time, Cain asks Cameron why he wasn't with Debbie and Sarah yesterday.
Declan meets his private investigator and is intrigued to be told of Robbie's whereabouts. The investigator goes on to explain that Robbie's 'mother' died five months ago, and Declan wonders what to do next.
Zak has headed out alone to Seth's hide to gather his thoughts. At the same time, Lisa breaks down as she tells Belle and Debbie that Zak has cancer and she doesn't know where he is. Soon afterwards, Sam finds Zak but struggles to convince him to come home. Sam explains that Belle now knows about the cancer, but Zak lashes out at him - shoving him to the ground before running away. Soon afterwards, Zak arrives at Belle's school.
Zak is bewildered and delirious as he stumbles across the moor, arguing out loud with Ned about Butch. At the same time, Debbie is disgusted with Cain as he refuses to help look for Zak, while Declan allows Sam some time off work given the circumstances. Soon afterwards, Zak wakes up alone on the moor and calls for his family. He finds a wad of cash in his pocket, but panics about others getting hold of it and hurries away.
There is still no news on Zak, and Lisa is angry that he lied about the cancer. At the same time, Zak is still on the moors having an imaginary conversation with Butch and Shadrach. Back in the village, Cameron and Debbie are disgusted with Cain's attitude towards Zak when Cain thinks that Debbie should be resting rather than helping the family.
On the moors, Zak is frantic as he continues to talk to an imaginary Butch and Shadrach. He is dangerously close to falling as Cain watches. Cain plays along with Zak's imaginary conversations and manages to get him to step away.
With Zak being cared for, Debbie and Lisa attempt to find out more from Cain about what happened up on the moors. When Cain is evasive, Debbie thinks he's hiding something. As Cain leaves, Debbie is angry and confused until Lisa is forced to confess that it was Zak who attacked Cain before Christmas.
Lizzie visits Lisa, but Lisa is quick to get her out of the house and lies about Zak, telling her that he could have concussion. Later at the factory, Lisa makes a scene when she thinks that everybody is gossiping about Zak's condition.
Ali is fuming when she discovers that Dan has got a job at the factory. After speaking to Jai and Nikhil, she's even more annoyed when they refuse to get rid of him. Later, Ali finds Dan in the café with Sean and the former couple begin to argue as the teenager is meant to be at school.
Ruby tries to sort things out with Sean, but Dan notices that he is upset and leads his son away. Ruby is annoyed at being misjudged, but Sean cannot see a way out of this situation - so he blurts out that Ruby tried to kiss him. Furious, Dan then marches Sean over to Ali and the teenager continues to lie.
Katie and Declan are taken aback when Megan tells them that she posted a letter through Robbie's door. Declan attempts to reassure Megan that she has done the right thing. Later in a meeting, Nicola interrupts to tell Megan that she has a visitor - it's Robbie.
Megan tells Robbie that she wants more time to talk with him, so he agrees as he is curious. Robbie questions Megan about her reasons for not keeping him, and once he has the information from her, he attempts to leave until Declan stops him.
Declan decides to take time out to see Robbie behind Megan's back, even though Katie fears it will make things worse. Declan turns up at Robbie's house and explains how he pushed Megan into meeting him. Declan tries to convince Robbie that Megan cares and confides how he felt about losing Mia.
Megan is annoyed when Declan doesn't show up for a meeting and Katie reluctantly offers to help out. At the same time, Declan is at Robbie's when the landlord arrives. Robbie argues with the landlord as he has been seeing the man's girlfriend behind his back.
Belle is upset as she thinks that the ban on visiting hospital is Lisa's decision. At the café, Belle pours her heart out to Sean, but he's preoccupied with looking at Ruby.
Robbie pays a visit to Home Farm as he wants a favour. Declan is straight to the point as he asks Robbie how much money he needs, but Robbie explains that he needs Declan to be guarantor for a loan. Declan surprises Robbie by signing the paperwork. Katie cannot believe that Declan has given his signature and is shocked further when Declan offers Robbie a room if things with this flat don't work out.
Brenda corners Gennie and Nikhil in the café about having a meal with her, Eric and Amy. At the same time, Val arrives at The Woolpack - oblivious to what has been going on between Eric and Brenda. She tells Chas and Cameron that she is back for good.
Brenda, Nikhil and Gennie are awkward as Eric and Val argue. Eric reminds Val how she emptied their bank account and makes it clear that she cannot just come and go as she pleases.
Brenda is devastated that Eric hasn't been in touch since Val returned, presuming he is back with her. At the barn, Amy is cold towards Val and snubs her attempts to apologise.
Brenda is excited when Pollard tells her they are going on holiday to Cornwall today. However, Val is seething as she is being left to run things on her own. Amy helps out by offering to miss out on the holiday and keep an eye on things at the B&B.
In the court interview room, Alicia is terrified at the thought of the judge looking at her file. Over at the shop, David is dressed for court but is annoyed at Amy for allowing Jacob the day off school. He agrees to Amy and Victoria looking after the youngster, but this doesn't go down well with Val.
David suggests that Alicia should apologise to Val in the hope that she will drop the charges. Later in The Woolpack, Val is surprised that Alicia still has her bar job, giving Chas an ultimatum that one of them has to leave.
At the B&B, Val is hostile towards Ashley until he highlights the fact he is a paying customer and she changes her tune. When Rodney informs Laurel about Ashley moving to the B&B, she worries about the cost - but Nicola tells her that it's not her problem.
Victoria and Alex delight in telling Laurel that Ashley is working in a burger bar. Deciding to confront him, Laurel arrives at the restaurant just in time to see Gareth laying into Ashley for stealing burger buns before sacking him on the spot.
Debbie is annoyed with Cain for refusing to see Zak and tells Cameron that she will visit him instead. Cameron is thrown by this and tells Cain, who warns Debbie about the state Zak had been in while on the moors.
Alicia arranges to meet Justin in The Woolpack at the Jubilee party. She is disappointed when he arrives with Talia, but pulls Justin to one side and tells him that she hit Val and she could be sent to prison. Justin is hurt when she explains that she thinks Jacob will be better off living with David.
Zak tells Lisa it's good to see her as she collects him from the hospital. They drive home, but Zak notices she is taking all the back roads. Lisa admits that she thought Zak would prefer not to face people quite yet. Zak realises it's Lisa who isn't ready to face people, but agrees she is right.
Nikhil senses there is something wrong when Gennie snaps at him at the factory, but he decides to keep quiet as he never says anything right. Later at The Woolpack, Gennie snaps at Nikhil again for putting his foot in it with Zak.
Lisa is frantic as she continues to look for Zak. Lisa and Lizzie then arrive at the Dingle cottage to find the front door open and the discarded money pot. Realising it's empty, Lisa automatically thinks Zak has made off with the cash.
The police take Zak into the hospital, where Doctor Makin notes that he hasn't been taking his medication. When Zak starts rambling about his money being stolen and that there is more buried in the garden, Doctor Makin realises Zak is in a bad way.
Ashley is awkward as Brenda asks if he will be staying the night at the B&B. He admits that he hasn't been paid yet so isn't sure. Later, Ashley has a meeting at the job centre, where the advisor asks about his previous job.
Ashley wakes up after an uncomfortable night on the church floor. Edna arrives and almost catches him, and Ashley is awkward as he attempts to hide the fact that he slept there. O
Chas and Cameron are enjoying their time in a hotel room, but Cameron suggests they should venture out as a real couple in public. At the same time, Cain receives a phone call from Cameron's son asking for his dad, and Cain realises that Cameron is not in Jersey.
In the hotel room, Chas worries that Cain knows about her affair, but Cameron attempts to reassure her that he will sort it. The pair soon return to the Emmerdale, and Cain quizzes Cameron about his weekend in Jersey.
David urges Jacob to tell Alicia that he doesn't like Talia, but the youngster refuses. David shares this information with Alicia himself, advising her to calmly explain this to Justin and make him realise that Jacob wants to stay in Emmerdale.
David discusses the fake marriage idea with Alicia, but she wishes he knew how she felt about him. Eric is exasperated when he hears of their plans, warning David that he will be left with nothing if he marries Alicia.
Alicia insists to David that they should tell Jacob the truth about their wedding, but David disagrees. Amy questions the pair about their marriage plans and is sceptical of their answers, but decides to be happy for them.
Chas feels guilty as Debbie explains how happy she is with Cameron and how they have both agreed it feels like they have fallen in love all over again. Soon afterwards, Chas questions Cameron about how good his relationship with Debbie is, and she is furious when he tells her that he can't just switch off the feelings he has for Debbie.
Gennie reels as Chas and Cameron try to explain themselves. The cheating pair then panic when Gennie says that Debbie is on her way over. Mid-conversation, Debbie arrives and they all cover. Chas and Cameron then make a quick exit, frantically trying to pull themselves together.
Chas visits Cameron at the garage and suggests they should go somewhere to talk. However, Debbie suddenly arrives with Sarah, forcing Chas to cover. Later in The Woolpack, Chas is shaken when Gennie storms in, furious that Chas has told Charity about her being pregnant.
Cameron snaps at Debbie when she tells him that there is something wrong with Gennie, advising her to stay out of it. Later, Cameron thanks Gennie for not telling Debbie about the affair, promising it is now over. However, Gennie is angered by his words, declaring that she has done it for Debbie and Chas, not for him.
Charity is shocked that Nikhil hasn't been to see Gennie after she informed him of the pregnancy. She pushes him to sort things out with her. At the same time, Gennie tells Chas that Nikhil has decided they should take a break, and she worries about how she will cope with being a single parent.
Rishi has spent the night on the sofa in the back room of The Woolpack and offers support to Val over Amy, who is celebrating her 18th birthday today.
Jai is still behaving coldly towards Charity following the recent problems between them. Soon afterwards, Georgia arrives unannounced and Charity quickly tells her that Gennie is pregnant, hoping that Georgia won't say why she has turned up.
Jai and Charity remain on bad terms following yesterday's row. In the factory, everyone gathers to look at Gennie's scan picture and Rishi insists they should go for a team drink. In The Woolpack, Charity arrives and attempts to speak to Jai, but he leaves her brooding.
At the factory, Rachel unsuccessfully attempts to leave without waking Jai. Both are mortified over what they have done. In denial, Jai warns Rachel that it never happened. Back at home, Charity is angry that Jai didn't come home last night and storms out when he turns up, not wanting to hear his excuses.
Ashley has spent the night at the cricket pavilion and feels more desperate then ever as he swipes a sandwich from David's shop. Later, outside the church, Ashley spots Laurel with Gabby heading for the school trip.
Rodney and Edna are worried after having no luck finding Ashley. When Rodney continues the search, he eventually finds the ex-vicar rummaging in a bin. Rodney is horrified at what his friend has become.
Cain notices that Gennie is furious with Cameron. When Cain asks her for an explanation, Gennie covers by saying that she just doesn't like him - but Cain is not convinced. Later, Cameron is making the final preparations to flee the village today, but Cain can sense that he is up to something.
Cain calls an ambulance while Cameron tells Debbie not to move. The two men silently fume at each other. As Debbie is rushed to hospital, Chas is impatient waiting for Cameron to turn up. When she arrives at Tug Ghyll, a frantic Andy tells her what has happened to Debbie.
After the scan, Debbie is still worried despite being told that the baby is fine. At the same time, Chas is in pieces, guilty as she insists to Cain that Cameron loves Debbie.
After rounding people up to look for Ashley, Marlon puts his feelings for Laurel aside and reassures her they will find him. In Hotten, Ashley sees the homeless pair who stole his phone. He begs desperately for them to give it back, but they refuse and mock him. Suddenly, Marlon appears and steps in to defend Ashley.
Alicia attempts to explain her feelings to David, but is gutted when he tells her that he has never thought about her in that way. Later, as Alicia prepares for her appearance in court, the pressure is too much for them both.
Lisa is worried after receiving a phone call from Zak, who tells her that he is coming home. As Zak is reunited with his family, he is desperate to show Lisa and Sam that he is on the mend. He passes Lisa his medication, saying she should look after it.
Zak is alarmed after reading a hand delivered letter. When Lisa and Sam leave for work, he grabs a shovel and heads out with his van keys. He arrives at the moorland and begins to dig, telling walkers that he is looking for something he buried.
Zak heads off in his van, unaware that Belle has hidden herself inside after sensing that something is wrong with her father. Zak then pulls into a barn, where he has arranged to meet the loan sharks. The men lose their patience as Zak tells them that he doesn't have any money after all and they should do their worst on him, offering himself up as a sacrifice. Belle watches aghast from inside the van, terrified.
Charity calls Cain as she drives off with Lisa. She pleads with Cain to help find and save Zak, but Cain cancels the call and turns off his phone. Soon afterwards, Charity surprises the loan sharks as she suddenly appears, skidding the car to a halt outside the barn. She threatens the men that she will tell the police they have hurt Belle.
Lisa tells Lizzie that she doesn't know if she can forgive Zak for putting Belle in such danger. She adds that he isn't her Zak anymore and that he should have stayed in hospital. When Lizzie asks if she still loves Zak, it's clear that Lisa is unsure.
Paddy is in turmoil as he works himself up to make the phone call to accept the job in New Zealand. After Paddy does so, he and Rhona are excited, but are quickly brought back to reality with the thought of breaking the news to Marlon.
Paddy is all set on leaving for New Zealand regardless of Marlon's complaints. However, Pearl is upset to hear of Paddy and Rhona's plans and makes things awkward by asking Marlon why he hasn't stopped them.
Amy and Victoria head into Hotten for Amy's belated birthday celebrations. Victoria is fed up with Alex, while Amy is determined that they are going to have a great night out.
Val is suspicious over Amy's swollen lip. Guessing there is more to it, Val reminds Amy that she is there for her. Soon afterwards, Val tricks Victoria into revealing everything about the confrontation at the pub. Later, Val confronts Amy, explaining that she and Eric will support her whatever happens.
Val barges over to see Eric, who is aghast as Val relays the news about Kerry. Both worry about whether they should tell Amy that her mum tried to visit.
Marlon is confused and angry that Laurel has not said this before. Marlon explains that he can't cope with the heartache again, or to be her plan B just because it has gone wrong with Ashley. Soon afterwards, Marlon opens up to Chas about what has just happened.
Marlon is still confused over whether to stay behind with Laurel or leave for New Zealand with his son Leo. Laurel heads to see Marlon, reminding him that she wants them to be a proper couple and a family. Later, Marlon sees Leo and as he holds his son in his arms, he is aware of the enormity of the decision. Paddy and Rhona start to suspect that Marlon is wobbling about joining them in New Zealand and Paddy tries to get the truth, but Marlon is evasive.
Debbie is confused when Cameron suggests they should go out for lunch. Later, when Cameron realises that Debbie is too busy to take a lunch break, he seizes the moment and gets down on one knee at the garage to propose. However, Debbie feels awkward over the sudden proposal and asks for time to think.
A flustered Rachel has made the decision that she wants a termination. Ali offers to accompany her to the doctors, but Rachel wants to go alone. Later, Jai is forced to step in when Charity tears a strip off Rachel for being late to work. Rachel gives as good as she gets to Charity and storms out of the factory.
Rachel struggles to keep it together as she tries to convince herself that a termination is the right decision. At the same time, Nikhil and Gennie's baby talk proves too much for Jai, who snaps at them. Soon afterwards, Jai secretly gives Rachel the money for the termination, while Nikhil eventually apologises to his brother for going on about his baby.
It's the day of Rachel's termination and she is on edge. Ali points out that she doesn't have to go through with it, but Rachel is determined it's what she has to do. At the same time, Charity is preparing for the family barbecue at Holdgate Farm, but a distracted Jai returns empty-handed without the meat he was supposed to buy.
Rachel reminds Jai that once they keep the baby, there would be no going back. Rachel is torn as Jai leaves her to face the biggest decision of her life. Later, Ali finds Rachel in tears, admitting that she hasn't gone through with the termination. At the same time, Charity is on the warpath over Jai's attitude after he vanished from their planned barbecue day. Jai tries to explain, but realises he has a lot of making up to do with both her and Noah.
Rishi advises Jai to sort things with Charity before it's too late, but he is not entirely reassured by his son. At the factory, Rachel tells Jai that she is not going back on her word and they agree to meet to talk. Later, safely outside the perimeter of the village, Jai and Rachel meet to talk through the options.
Jimmy and Carl argue about the business, unhappy to have lost an important contract with Gorwell's when Robbie missed a crucial delivery. They have also been turned down by Nikhil after offering to take on the Sharma driving work. After resolving to do something about it, Jimmy bluffs as he hints to Charity about the business, attempting to get her to reconsider.
Moira prepares for a meeting with Jeff, a potential new client. Alex is increasingly attracted to Moira, saying that she will knock Jeff dead. He then starts to feel jealous as Jeff enjoys Moira's company. Jeff is impressed but is not sure the farm has the required capacity, but Alex stands up for Moira by making an impassioned plea for him to take the business seriously.
Amy is unimpressed when Brenda tries to give her advice on Kerry, as she is determined to put her mum behind her. Soon afterwards, Brenda answers the phone in the B&B to one of Kerry's friends, telling Amy that it sounded serious.
Amy is confused about what Val wants her to do about Kerry and Brenda realises that she can't win as she tries to help. Amy is torn when David tries to make her see that this could be her last chance to make things up with Kerry. At the same time, Brenda is hurt as Val and Eric continue to grow closer over the situation with Amy.
Kerry tries to explain herself to Amy. At the same time, Eric reassures Val that Amy will still want her even if she makes it up with Kerry. He is surprised but grateful when Val apologises about everything and says that she hopes Eric might have made a mistake by getting with Brenda. Amy is conflicted as Kerry says that she wants to make things right.
An uneasy Amy begins to spend some time with Kerry. When Kerry wants to go to the pub, Amy agrees. Inside The Woolpack, a torn Amy defends herself to Victoria, explaining that Kerry is her mum and she doesn't know when or if she'll see her again. Kerry is awkward when Amy questions her drinking, swiftly ordering a cola instead.
Paddy is convinced Marlon has a surprise planned for his stag do, but is guilty when Marlon puts him straight. He hasn't given it much thought, as he is spending as much time as possible with his son. Marlon explains Paddy and Rhona's stag and hen party are in the same place at the same time. Paddy makes light of this, but Marlon is too upset to joke with him.
Rachel is furious with Jai realising he hasn't told Charity the situation. He apologises, but explains he cannot lose Charity. Later, Rachel is gobsmacked when Jai tells her he will pay for her to live in a posh flat in Leeds. Rachel is adamant she is proud of her baby and will not be hidden away, but Jai insists he just wants what is best for his child and doesn't want Rachel struggling to pay the bills.
Charity explains to Carl and Jimmy that she and Rishi have won the Strikes contract the Kings so desperately needed. Jimmy makes the point that they don't have any haulage but Charity is quick to shoot him down, explaining that Rishi has the funds to combat that issue. Jimmy quickly realises Charity is serious and looks to Carl for help.
Paddy spends the night at the Dingles. He is down about Marlon not being his best man, but agrees when Chas offers to take it on. Marlon receives news from his solicitor that he can stop Paddy and Rhona from taking Leo to New Zealand. He contemplates his next move and Laurel urges him to go to the wedding.
As Paddy and Rhona take their vows, Paddy interrupts, insisting Marlon should be up there with them. Paddy and Rhona are pronounced husband and wife and Paddy cannot thank Marlon enough for being there. However, Rhona wants the day to be about them and not Marlon.
Moira enjoys the attention from Alex as she announces they have got the restaurant contract. Later, Alex and Moira laugh as she teases him. Alex is embarrassed when Andy arrives and announces Alex has finished things with Victoria.
Alex is awkward around Moira, although Andy assumes he is just avoiding work. Moira then steps in to defend Alex when Andy complains about his apparent lack of motivation. Later, Moira returns home from the pub to a highly charged atmosphere between herself and Alex.
Paddy is still furious over Marlon, refusing to let him mess up their lives. However, Rhona thinks they should get confirmation first that Marlon and Laurel really are together. Rhona urges Paddy to follow Marlon outside, and Paddy is suspicious when he sees an exchange between Marlon and Laurel.
As the wedding party discusses plans for the big day, Marlon pretends that Chas needs his help and escapes, but Laurel discovers his deceit; and a grief-stricken Ross kisses Debbie.
Ross's grief turns to fury when Pete reaches out to him; Laurel opens up to Ashley; and Andy is pleased when Katie talks about them growing old together - giving him an idea
Victoria warns Andy he is making a mistake proposing to Katie; Sean tries one last time to bring his dad and Kerry back together before he leaves for the Army, but with emotions getting the better of Dan and Ali, his efforts look set to fail; Declan decides Megan has outstayed her welcome; and Pete refuses to hear Debbie out
Robbie makes a shocking discovery about Charity when he uses her sat-nav; and Dan and Ali struggle with their guilt.
Megan shows Declan the evidence, insisting Charity aborted their baby; Robbie asks Chas about the termination; Vanessa and Kirin risk being caught together; and Katie reassures Andy that Robert shouldn't be a problem.
Robbie and Megan are determined to find further evidence against Charity, with Robbie enlisting the help of Tracy; and Vanessa struggles with her feelings for Kirin when she sees him with another woman.
Following Robbie's arrest for breaking into the abortion clinic, Declan wonders if there is any truth to Megan's accusation, and Charity knows she must think quick to throw her husband off the scent; Priya stirs up trouble for Kirin and Vanessa; and Jimmy plays Nicola at her own game.
Declan asks Charity to accompany him to the abortion clinic to dispel his doubts; Laurel has growing concerns about Marlon; and Sam receives a worrying credit card statement.
Bride-to-be Laurel slips away from her hen party, followed by Ashley, and tells him her concerns - before drunkenly trying to kiss him; and Debbie is left reeling by Charity's request for help.
With Marlon and Laurel in turmoil on their wedding day, Doug tells Nicola what he overheard in the pub toilets, but she urges him to avoid spoiling the occasion; and Charity fears what Declan will do if he learns the truth.
Just as the service is about to start, Marlon and Laurel realise they have a lot of talking to do and head home in an attempt to work things out; and Debbie prepares to make Declan believe she was the one who had the termination.
Megan is stunned by how things have turned out, but Charity cannot abide her sister-in-law and sets about taking revenge, and Ruby is curious about the tension between Ali and Kerry.
Megan and Jai find evidence against Charity and go to Home Farm to tell Declan; Paddy and Chas worry about Aaron's state of mind; and Debbie asks Pete to move in.
Pete is shocked when Megan confronts Debbie publicly in The Woolpack about aborting his baby, and to make matters worse, Debbie can't deny it without betraying Charity; a secret from Edna's past is revealed when she visits Aaron in prison ahead of his sentencing; and Jimmy tries to put Nicola off the idea of them joining a gym together.
Aaron puts on a brave face as his day in court arrives; Cain is determined to get to the bottom of Pete and Debbie's argument; Declan blames stress when Charity falls ill; and Jai prepares to dump Megan.
Noah meets Jacob and takes a few swigs from a bottle of wine stolen from Home Farm, before collapsing; and Aaron wakes up hung-over and regretful about his night with Finn.
At the hospital, Noah's account of seeing Megan with the bottle of wine appears extremely incriminating; Aaron does his best to ignore Ross, who is determined to cause trouble; and Alicia plays Cupid for Leyla.
When the police reveal they found pesticide in the wine Noah drank, Charity is certain Megan is responsible; Ross leaves the village; and Priya is horrified to discover Leyla's new love interest is Jai.
Megan tries to protest her innocence at the police station; Declan suggests a cottage break to Charity; and Priya confronts Jai and Leyla about their affair.
Declan sinisterly watches over Charity as she sleeps at the cottage. Jai arrives at Debbie's to see Noah. Moira worries as Adam tries to be as upbeat as possible. Marlon is suspicious.
Declan sets his plan in motion. Moira continues to fret about Adam. Doug is invited to a give a talk at a gardening exhibition as a guest speaker. He offers to take Diane along but she declines.
Charity lies motionless on the floor in a pool of blood as Declan drops to his knees and checks for a pulse before dashing out the room. Megan finds a booking confirmation for a cottage she and Declan used to go to as kids on his laptop and rushes off with Robbie.
Declan makes it clear to Charity that he intends to kill her. Noah surprises Jai when he arrives at the factory asking if Megan tried to poison him.
Megan stands alone at Kilbeck Water, eagerly watching the police divers start searching for Robbie and Declan. Charity and Debbie are both safe back at Emmerdale as news that Robbie and Declan are suspected to be dead travels.
A petrified Charity has had Lisa stay the night with her at Home Farm and asks Sam to keep checking the grounds. Nicola is surprised. Megan struggles to accept that Robbie's dead having only known him for two years.
Jimmy has spent the night on Bob, Brenda and Rodney's couch. He tries to collar Nicola as she leaves the café but she ignores him. Laurel tells Doug that she's just heard from Hilary and she's getting engaged to Alberto
Edna gets a shock when Lawrence arrives in the village to see her. Pete reluctantly takes Sarah to school when Debbie's car breaks down. Priya's concerned about how many of Rakesh's family will be at the wedding, knowing she's barely met any of them.
Lisa has gone to the doctors' and he refers her for more tests at the chest clinic immediately. He prescribes her a GTN spray. Alicia plans to set Leyla up with Pete. Sandy tries to persuade Edna to abandon her guilt. Lisa covers her trip to the doctors' and arrives back home to greet Belle who arrives home on day release.
Lisa lies outside the factory unable to reach the GTN spray in her bag. Kerry finds her and gets Rishi and Jai to ring an ambulance. She rushes off to break the news to Zak and Belle. Belle panics as the STC Staff Members refuse to let her leave the cottage and take her back to prison.
Lisa discharges herself out of hospital against Dr Wainwright's wishes. Pete has spent the night on Leyla's couch. He apologises for spending all night talking about Debbie. They agree to meet for a coffee later. Debbie is upset as she spots Pete leaving Tug Ghyll. Zak and Sam get a surprise when Lisa arrives home.
Rakesh asks Priya if she'll change her mind about not marrying him if he sorts out the business between Lisa and Jai. She agrees. Jimmy rushes out, avoiding Nicola's attempts to meet him later in the day. Lisa tells Rakesh that she has no intention of going to court. Jimmy meets with Juliette in secret at Home Farm to sign her No Contact form.
Priya avoids her breakfast as Georgia fusses around her with preparations. Charity continues to feel guilty. Leyla warns Rakesh that Jai is planning not to come to the wedding again. Nicola is surprised when Juliette arrives to collect the no contact forms from Jimmy.
Nicola is uneasy as Jimmy receives news that Juliette and Carl are leaving hospital. She worries that he'll go back on his promise to have no contact. Priya sneaks out of Victoria Cottage after having secretly spent the night with Rakesh. Jai tiptoes around an emotional Megan as she struggles with her grief for Robbie and Declan. Ashley and Harriet move into Brook Cottage.
Megan receives news that Robbie's dad, Simon Beck, won't be attending the funeral. She explains to Jai how Simon didn't want anything to do with Robbie, causing her to lie that his dad was dead. Moira and Cain are back at Butler's Farm and catch up on the latest goings on from Zak and Finn. Aaron tells Moira that he has a visiting order to see Adam that afternoon to her upset.
The Dingles try to get Declan to tell them what he's done to Charity. He prevents Chas from calling the police as he tells Sam he has knowledge of why Rachel left the village. Moira worries to James about not being invited to visit Adam. Declan admits he was responsible for starting the fire at Home Farm, not Rachel.
Charity sleeps in a chair at Home Farm clutching a baseball bat. Ruby tells Bob about Declan and Charity's blackmailing of Rachel and explains that Rachel could come home how if anyone knew where she was. Zak leaves Charity a message at Home Farm on behalf of Sam saying she can stuff her job and warns her to steer clear of them.
Charity wakes and finds herself chained and locked in a storage container. DI Bails arrives in the village looking for her. Rakesh tells Priya he wants to see her again but she makes excuses. Moira's upset as she receives a call from prison saying Adam has been involved in another altercation and one of his fingers may be broken.
Charity is in despair as the chains begin to cut into her ankles and she runs out of water. Katie is surprised when she finds out Rakesh is taking Leyla to a lawyer's event as his date. Aaron is disappointed to discover Moira paid Maxine off. Katie lies to Doug that Diane wants to apologise for how she treated him yesterday.
Priya and Rakesh have spent the night together again and arrange to keep seeing each other. Kirin overhears them talking. Charity repeatedly bangs on the storage container for help. Megan's concerned when Jai is distant with her. Debbie worries to Pete that Declan has gotten to Charity. Doug is pleased as his Twitter account continues to grow and proves to be popular in Wales.
Sam anonymously calls an ambulance for Jai. Kirin blackmails Priya into getting Rakesh to give him the money for Amsterdam by letting on he knows about the two of them. Megan and Leyla are shocked as they arrive back at Holdgate Farm to see Jai being stretchered out to an ambulance. Sam arrives at Frampton Wood and hears a distressed Charity talking to herself in the container.
Diane convinces Doug to fight for his vlog. Debbie becomes frustrated at the Dingles lack of progress in finding Charity. Sam refuses to help them search again. Megan and Georgia weep as they await news on Jai. Kerry considers selling Charity's life story to a gossip magazine for £500. Noah expresses his hate for Charity deserting him again.
Alicia warns Leyla to stay away from Jai when she finds out she visited him in hospital. Megan tells Priya she thinks Jai is cheating on her with Leyla. Priya tries to convince her the stress is making her see things that aren't there. Rodney overhears Jimmy on the phone to Juliette about Carl. Priya warns Leyla that Megan suspects her of having an affair with Jai. Sam and Charity row over each other's actions.
Leyla arrives at work to find Megan has changed the locks. Vanessa and Rhona arrive back from their holiday. Kirin rushes off to his driving test. Megan refuses to go to the hospital and tells Priya that she's found out about the affair. Leyla has the locks changed back. Jai is brought out of his coma but Georgia, Rishi and Priya are quietly concerned when his first words are asking after Charity.
Noah persists in giving Charity a hard time. Megan demands the office keys back from Leyla. Noah turns up at Mulberry Cottage telling Debbie he's not staying with Charity anymore. Leyla explains to Katie about her affair with Jai. Katie encourages her to put Jai behind her and fight for her business. Vanessa tells Rhona that her drink with Nigel was a disaster and she still misses Kirin.
Robert Sugden is back in the village and lays flowers on Jack's grave. Moira's irritated when she finds out Cain has offered to let Charity stay longer at the farm. At Wishing Well Cottage, the Dingles are preparing a party for Lisa's return but Zak decides not to tell her about Charity's latest news.
Robert explains to Chrissie who 'Andrew' and 'Katherine' really are. Megan rejects Jai's offer of a loan when he leads her to believe it's money that he would have been using to find Archie. Robert enjoys winding her and Andy up as he and Chrissie look around Home Farm as prospective purchasers.
Andy refuses to work at Home Farm, not wanting to give Robert the satisfaction. Lisa is determined to lose weight before Belle comes home and secretly begins taking her diet pills. Amelia puts a wedding proposal in Ruby's mind to cheer up Ali. Leyla asks to be Katie's wedding planner, but Katie turns her down.
On the day of Ali and Ruby's anniversary, Ruby prepares herself to propose to an unsuspecting Ali. Katie tries to persuade Andy to take the job at Home Farm, believing it to be a step in the right direction. Aaron goes behind Moira's back, telling Cain about Maxine. Laurel and Marlon return from their honeymoon.
Kerry tells Dan that Ali might be pregnant. They both push Ali to take the pregnancy test. Ruby walks in on their conversation and detects an atmosphere. Moira, Aaron and Cain visit Adam in hospital. Moira tells Adam that she's told the prison authorities. He tries to cover his worry. James discovers a dead cow in a field at Butler's Farm. Dan and Ali confess that they slept together as Sean's leaving and that she might be pregnant.
Ruby has spent the night at Connelton View. Exhausted after patrolling the farm all night, Cain and Aaron decide to pay Maxine a visit to tell her that she has picked the wrong family to mess with. Katie tries to get Andy to endorse her plans to move her stables back to Home Farm but he insists he doesn't want her near Robert.
Ruby tells Ali and Amelia that she is leaving for Leeds and doesn't think she'll ever be back. Juliette arrives at Mill Cottage and dumps a crying baby Carl on Jimmy, desperate for some sleep. Cain plans to bring Maxine down once and for all and enlists the help of Ross and Aaron. Finn suspects Ross is planning on leaving the village again and tampers with his car so he can't leave. Kerry is working on Chrissie at the salon when Katie arrives about moving her horses back to Home Farm.
Maxine struggles to appear calm as Charity takes both of their lives in her hands, taking them on a hell drive. Reckless Charity drives dangerously fast, making it clear that she has nothing to lose. Back at the container, Cain makes it clear to Debbie how important it is to get Maxine back in one piece, with Adam's life depending on it. Katie and Robert snipe at each other at the stables.
Nicola is thrown when she sees Jimmy cradling his son and realises that she needs to tell Angel about her little brother. Marlon and Arthur excitedly prepare for their Halloween party, which has fancy dress and decorations. Cain expresses his gratitude to Charity when he discovers that Adam has returned to prison with no problems. Ross breaks the news to Finn that he doesn't think he can stay on long and becomes emotional at the mention of Donna.
Rhona and Vanessa leave Kirin's party the next day, both extremely drunk. Vanessa is pleased when Kirin tells her that his friends all approve of her. Their happiness is quickly shattered however when Rakesh arrives back in time to witness Sandy complaining about the noise lasting all night and vows to punish him.
With April still not sleeping, Laurel suggests to Marlon that they should take her to a specialist to help her with grief, but Marlon denies they need help. Laurel meets Nicola for lunch and discusses her marital problems over a glass of wine, only to be interrupted by a call from April's school. Laurel is pulled away to go and collect her.
Marlon is still furious with Laurel, who insists that she didn't know she was over the limit. She tries to cover her distress as Doug returns. Doug is later concerned that Marlon is neglecting Arthur as he and April prepare for the bonfire party. They clash as Doug tries to discipline April. As the adults squabble, Arthur finds the box of fireworks and takes them outside on his own.
Diane and Victoria make plans for Katie and Andy's engagement party. Lawrence and Robert continue to irritate each other and Lawrence suggests Chrissie gets a pre-nup but she refuses. He reminds her how even Robert's own family don't trust him, but Chrissie still won't listen.
Katie warns off Robert when he suggests that Andy could lose his temper with her. Later Andy and Katie discuss what has gone on, but Katie is thrown when Lawrence makes her an offer - she can have the farm if she colludes in exposing Robert.
Katie has not yet told Andy about Lawrence's offer and is thrown when Lawrence asks her if she's made up her mind yet. Katie knows she has to tell Andy.
Belle is nervous over her first day back at school. Lisa is also worried and tells Laurel how Gabby gave Belle a hard time this morning. Soon afterwards, Lisa is beside herself with worry when she learns that Belle never got to school.
When Belle insists that she is not going back to school, a worried Lisa makes plans to get a home tutor. Marlon gives Belle confidence when he asks her to look after April for him later. Belle is secretly pleased for the opportunity and Lisa feels hopeful. However, when Gabby declares that Belle has threatened to kill her, a shocked Marlon retracts the offer.
Jai praises Priya's work and asks her to stay on longer. However, she feels awkward when Jai insists that she doesn't need Rakesh in her life anymore. Jai also announces that he is treating his family to a thank you meal. Priya invites Rakesh and suggests they could use the opportunity to come clean about their relationship, but Jai is shocked to walk in on them kissing and his animosity towards Rakesh is still apparent.
Jai follows up a lead on his missing son. Debbie tells Lisa that Lachlan gave Belle some grief yesterday, which leaves Lisa worried. Later, Zak confronts Lachlan, unaware that Belle is listening. Nicola comforts Jimmy as he prepares for his vasectomy reversal.
Everyone is shocked to see Jai with Archie and he lies about how Rachel has handed him over. However, Ali suspects that Jai may have done something to Rachel and calls the police. Robert tells everyone that Lawrence was sent to prison for being gay and taunts him for it.
Ali is furious that the police believe Jai and almost gets arrested for her behavior. However, Rakesh sees an article in the paper about a woman's body having been found.
Rakesh tells a determined Ali that she could apply for a child arrangement order to get access to Archie. When Jai confronts Rakesh over Ali, Rakesh has further news for Jai as he's done some digging on the murdered girl.
Ross gives a false alibi to the police, saying Aaron was with him. Aaron reluctantly covers for him but Chas is unconvinced. Later, Pete's drug past returns to haunt him when the police call asking him to come to the station tomorrow. Pete decides to keep his visit from the police a secret from Debbie.
Pete reels to learn that he is being accused of previously selling ecstasy, which resulted in a girl dying. Pete is further shocked when he is arrested for supplying drugs. Meanwhile, Robert drowns his sorrows after learning that Nicola got the job. Ross spots him leaving his car keys behind and swipes them.
Aaron and Ross realise they have no other choice but to go ahead with Robert's raid at Home Farm. Whilst first ensuring that Chrissie and Lachlan are both out for the day, Robert sets Lawrence up. Later, Ross and Aaron arrive at Home Farm wearing balaclavas. Ross whacks Lawrence out unconscious with a baseball bat and then they set about raiding the house, watched by Robert.
Masked raiders Aaron and Ross attempt to disguise their voices as they play the part, blocking Chrissie's exit. Meanwhile, Pete's past and Debbie's lies send Andy raging as he decides that he wants to keep the kids full-time. Elsewhere, the Dingles are on edge following the smashed window and they worry for Belle's welfare. Lisa worries further when Sam tells her that he saw Belle arguing with Lachlan in the café earlier. The Dingles are heartbroken as Belle worries about going to school. Also, Marlon asks Chas for a day off tomorrow, telling her about Laurel's court date.
At Home Farm, Nicola enjoys having authority and taking the upper hand as she insists that she'll sort the insurance out. Robert feels guilty when an upset Chrissie tells him that her mum's engagement ring is missing from the raid.
Chrissie puts on a brave face after the robbery, but Robert feels guilty over her mum's stolen ring. Aaron is relieved to learn that Ross hasn't yet sold the jewellery, but gets angry when Ross is adamant that Chrissie is not getting it back.
Chrissie is rattled when Cain warns her about letting Lachlan go near Belle. Chrissie later finds Lachlan skipping school and tells him about Cain's warning, worrying that he's doing the same as he did before. Chrissie is unconvinced as Lachlan reassures her. Later at the playground, Lachlan joins Belle as she sits alone.
Ashley and Harriet bring Belle home. She is scratched and upset and it appears she has been attacked. Belle's family try to get her to explain what happened, but she becomes distressed and refuses to go to the police.
Belle is living in fear, while Zak and Lisa are worried about who could be doing this to her. Later, Belle's problems exacerbate when Cain gets the wrong end of the stick regarding Lachlan. When Lachlan is found with cans of spray paint, the evidence against him seems to be apparent.
Cain and Moira are both furious when the police arrive at Butler's Farm, wanting to investigate stolen cars. They soon discover that Charity and Ross have been using the farm for their illegal business. Cain storms over to Charity and Ross, warning them to shift the cars.
Debbie is adamant that Pete is not going to prison, suggesting to him this is perhaps Charity's comeuppance. Later, DI Bails tells Pete that he's got until tomorrow to get Charity to confess to arson - and Debbie has a plan.
It's Cain's 40th birthday and he is grumpy, thinking no fuss has been made. What he doesn't know is that Moira is preparing a surprise party. Moira pulls together some surprises for Cain, who is bemused to turn up and find everyone with a mask of his face on. Unfortunately, Moira is nowhere to be seen and when Cain tries to call her, he is alarmed to get through to a nurse who explains that Moira has been run off the road.
A guilty Kirin shakily admits to Rakesh that he drove home drunk last night. He then takes a deep breath before admitting that he might have hit someone and he is concerned it was Moira. Rakesh cannot believe what has happened and is further incensed that Kirin has taken his damaged car to Cain's garage. At the same time, Cain has brought a shaken Moira home and is furious at whoever did this to her. Kirin is chilled to the bone to hear that Cain is out for revenge.
Cain is in a fury as he starts laying into Kirin, and it looks like nothing will stop him from beating him to a pulp. Rakesh sees what is happening and shouts at Cain, threatening to call the police. Knowing Rakesh has the weight of the legal system behind him, Cain snarls before shoving Kirin, telling him that he will be back later. Later, Moira is shocked to learn that it was Kirin who caused her accident, as Vanessa tries to stop her from calling the police.
Cain is pensive to hear Charity that has been charged. He feels protective, wanting to help. Debbie is also now worried about the consequences. At the same time, Moira is concerned that Cain won't let things drop with Kirin. Later Cain visits Rakesh, demanding a deal, as he wants Rakesh to legally represent Charity and uses Kirin as leverage.
Robert is stressed by Chrissie's accusations that Leyla is flirting with him. Feeling frustrated with how things are at home, Robert pulls over at the side of a road in a layby and texts Aaron, telling him that he has broken down.
Robert suddenly has second thoughts about his kiss with Aaron and pushes him away. He then drives off and Aaron is left feeling confused. Back home, Robert is feeling frustrated after his encounter with Aaron and soon he and Chrissie are passionately tearing at each other's clothes.
It's the day of Ali and Ruby's wedding, but things go awry when Ali takes a call from the registry office saying they've cancelled the wedding as the registrar has died. Ruby arrives to find Ali and Dan trying to find another registry office. Harriet takes the plunge by suggesting they still have a blessing from her, but later tells Ali they should just go the full hog and have a proper wedding.
It's the day of the craft fair in the village, so Zak encourages Belle to get involved and enter her picture into the art competition. Chrissie insists that she's not going to let Lachlan out of her sight all day as she brings in his art entry.
Belle seems determined to carry on as normal as her family discuss who might have damaged her painting. She plugs in her headphones and heads out, soon ending up in the woods. Belle then dials the number for her new school and starts shouting abuse, telling the person on the other end that she is never going back to their school.
Zak and Lisa are very worried about Belle and they are horrified to realise that someone has reported her when her youth offenders officer Pamela arrives. Pamela states that she's had a report of Belle going against her licence.
On a mission, Belle watches Edna's house but Harriet spots her and notices her troubled air. Back home, Belle hunts around for a sharp object and when Zak and Lisa return home, she is alarmed that they have arranged for her to speak with a doctor. Belle struggles as she talks to Dr Cavanagh who suggests counselling but Belle remains defiant and refuses to speak to anyone.
Edna is shaken following the burglary, while Alicia and Harriet are suspicious of Belle. Back at Wishing Well Cottage, Zak and Lisa insist Belle still considers counselling, but having burgled Edna, she secretly thinks everything will be alright now. However, she is alarmed when Lachlan sends her an incriminating photo.
Belle feels guilty when she sees how stressed Lisa is about recent events and arranges to meet with Lachlan later. At the cricket pavilion, Belle is prepared to do what is necessary in exchange for the photo and Lachlan is curious to see how far Belle would go.
When Robert learns that Andy has been given Jack's wedding ring, which is going to be melted down into two rings, he storms out in a fury. Aaron tracks down Robert, who climbs into his car and tells him to drive anywhere.
Robert panics when Chrissie suddenly recognises Ross's voice from the robbery and wants to call the police. A desperate Robert tries to calm her, knowing that he has to act fast. When Robert explains that Chrissie knows, Ross vows to drop him in it if she calls the police. Soon Ross and Robert are slugging it out. Meanwhile, an excited Moira arrives home with Adam.
Still bitter that Robert prevented her from reporting Ross to the police, Chrissie has now filled Lawrence in on what has happened. Robert naively hopes he has the situation under control, but things begin to slide when Chrissie returns home from the salon where she was fully filled in on Ross's previous crimes. Chrissie is now certain that Ross was behind their robbery and prepares to call the police.
Robert is uneasy when Lawrence hints that he has his own plans to deal with Ross and soon the Bartons realise something is awry. The local abattoirs are rejecting their business, there is an unannounced inspection at the garage and a tax enquiry occurs. It's clear foul play is at hand. It's Pete who makes the connection that their family is being targeted due to Ross.
Ross returns home to find Lawrence throwing his belongings into a fire, including a picture of Donna. Ross goes to attack Lawrence just as Robert arrives and pulls them apart. When Lawrence finds Ross's phone, it's clear he has hit a nerve. Lawrence smiles - enjoying seeing him sweat. Lawrence passes the phone to Robert, urging him to destroy it, but Robert is conflicted.
At Butler's Farm, the Bartons struggle to undo the damage done by Lawrence. At the same time, Robert is still scheming over how to get Lawrence off Ross's back. Later, Chrissie warns Ross that she will get him one day. Ross seethes and grows tired of Pete as he blames him for their recent trouble.
Jimmy is incredulous as Charity plans to hold their haulage firm Christmas party at Butler's Farm. Moira eventually agrees, though she stipulates some strict ground rules. Unfortunately, Moira quickly regrets her decision when she returns home to an unruly bash. This is the final straw - she wants Charity out.
When Charity spills something over Moira, a fight between the pair breaks out and Moira tells Charity to leave. Cain arrives home from France in the middle of their fight but seems disinterested over the angry scene. Moira is also thrown by Cain's attitude when he admits that his car went missing in Dover. Cain is exhausted at having to deal with Moira and Charity's incessant arguing, but he is adamant that he won't kick Charity out before Christmas.
Kerry finds a sobbing Bernice, who admits that she can't do Katie's hair and make-up for the wedding as she still loves Andy. Bernice's day gets worse when she is forced to cover the bar during Andy's stag do. As the stags gather in fancy dress in The Woolpack, Robert arrives and Andy reluctantly agrees that he can stay - but the brothers don't remain amicable for long and they end up having a fight over Jack and Sarah's graves.
It's Christmas Day and the morning of the wedding. Diane finds Robert at Jack's grave and is left deeply troubled as she worries what he will do next following the recent argument with Andy. Victoria is also stressed, so she leaves Robert a voicemail message warning him to stay away from the ceremony.
Megan has concerns that Jai only wants to marry her for Archie's sake. Later, Jai and Megan are out and are both alarmed when he suddenly sees Josh, the man who sold him Archie. Knowing it is Jai's only possible link to Rachel's whereabouts, Megan wants to do something and takes a photo of Josh's car number plate.
Megan struggles to forget about Rachel. Later, Charity arrives but is stunned when Megan admits to knowing about her kidnapping. Charity sows the seeds of doubt in Megan's mind, explaining how much Jai hurt her and implying he'll do the same to Megan. Meanwhile, Nicola is distracted throughout Bernice's party, aware that something is wrong. Everyone is left worried when Nicola reveals she is bleeding and is rushed to hospital.
Nicola struggles as she hides the truth from Rodney. With Jimmy so excited, she can't bring herself to tell him either. When Nicola finally builds up the courage, Jimmy is left hurt and shocked, but he can see that she blames herself and tries to reassure her. However, Nicola has another bombshell for Jimmy. Meanwhile, it's Belle's first day at the stables and all seems to be going well, until a client leaves when she recognises her.
Belle feels relaxed at the stables, but she panics when she realises that a pill is missing. Samson finds the pill and admits to Lisa and Zak that he has seen Belle with one. Later, Belle panics as Zak throws her remaining pills in the bin, but as everyone celebrates the New Year, a desperate Belle is searching through the rubbish, starting the New Year on a not-so-happy high.
Charity is angry and lays into Jai about his recent attitude towards her. Jai promises to make it up to her, and Rishi hopes that he has seen sense. Worried that Jai's behaviour will give the game away, Rishi pays a visit to Rachel, hoping that she can talk some sense into Jai and stop him ruining what he already has with Charity and Noah.
Jai explains to Rishi that he is terrified Archie could die without him ever having seen him. At the same time, Rachel struggles to keep strong as Archie is still in the incubator and she is restricted to limited contact. Ruby suggests that Rachel could take a break for a few hours, but Rachel doesn't want to leave him. She tells them that she needs some time alone with Archie to clear the way for Jai's secret visit.
The tension in the village is palpable as Charity is about to leave for Chas's trial. Debbie isn't due to give evidence until tomorrow, but she wonders if she should go today.
Charity and Cain are worried about Debbie, who is aggressive as she sets off for court. In the café, Cameron looks like a nervous wreck, totally on edge as he asks Alex to go to court for him and report back on what happens.
Cameron hasn't slept and is a wreck. He snaps at Alex as he is paranoid about giving his evidence and is trying not to freak out. At the same time, over at Mill Cottage, Jimmy is torn between doing the right thing for Chas or his family, as Nicola tells him that he needs to lie in court or he could end up getting sent down himself.
Cameron freezes in court, knowing it's now or never. However, he can't bring himself to confess and instead mouths "I'm sorry" to Chas. The prosecution and defence sum up to the jury and Cameron is convinced that he has sealed Chas's fate, terrified he hasn't done enough.
A paranoid Cameron lurks in the village, regretting his confession. He grabs his confidant as they leave their house, panicked they will go to the police. Cameron says that he'll confess to the authorities himself, but knowing his secret is not safe, he decides to take action. Cameron hits his confidant with a fence post and watches as they slump to the ground unconscious.
Cameron's hostage lies in the van, bound and gagged while Cameron visits Chas. The terrified villager spots a rusty piece of metal and tries to break free from the ropes, but Cameron arrives back. Convincing Cameron to untie the ropes, the villager spots a chance and makes a run for it.
A startled Cameron wakes up in the B&B and remembers that he is living a nightmare as his victim's body lies in the van on Main Street.
Cameron heads to the woods, where he begins digging a hole. Appalled at himself, he then throws the body in and is relieved when the corpse is finally covered. Back at the B&B, Cameron tries to scrub away his guilt in the shower, before heading to see Chas.
Debbie is upbeat as she heads out on a shopping trip with Charity. However, as they drive through the village, Debbie freaks out when she clocks Cameron and decides to drive at him. The car narrowly misses Cameron, and as a huge argument erupts, Debbie blurts out that she still wants Cameron. Back home at Tug Ghyll, Debbie is disgusted with herself and trashes the place in frustration.
Cain is dismayed when he discovers that Debbie nearly ran Cameron over and admitted that she still wants to be with him. At the same time, Cameron claims that his van has been stolen and panics when he is forced to relay his lie to the police that Cain and Debbie might be behind it. Later, the police visit Tug Ghyll to question Debbie and Cain.
Declan panics about Katie as he watches the medical team treat her. He is concerned further when the doctor explains that Katie has got some sort of infection and needs a scan. Soon afterwards, it emerges that Katie has an abscess on her ovary and she needs surgery today.
Katie tells Gennie that she has been given the all clear, as Declan wonders how he's going to burst her bubble. Over at Home Farm, Robbie thinks the news about Katie gives him and Megan the opportunity they need, but Megan wonders where her loyalties lie.
As Moira prepares for her date, Adam is pleased that she is meeting Dom rather than Cain. However, in the café when Dom is distracted, Cain picks up his love rival's motorbike keys and leaves. On hearing his bike engine start up, Dom rushes to the door and can only stare in horror as Cain rides off at speed.
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Tom becomes evasive. Moira seeks out Harriet. Lachlan manipulates Chrissie.
It's the day of Adam's trial and he's in a bad mood having realised he'll be found guilty for a crime he didn't commit. But, he and Syd are let free by a masked Cain and Aaron, and Adam leaves for a new life after stowing away on a cruise ship after saying goodbye to Victoria. Meanwhile, Tom's charade is nearly uncovered.
Moira and Victoria are devastated after Adam's departure. PC Swirling appears at the farm with orders to search for Adam. As she confronts Cain about helping Adam flee, Harriet mentions Moira found the hoodie she was wearing on the day Emma died. Leyla updates Megan on her plans for Greece.
Tom waits on the doorstep of Jacobs Fold hoping to make it up to Debbie. He promises he won't allow Wishing Well Cottage be demolished but Debbie questions if Tom would've ever told her about this if she didn't find the papers.
CDebbie struggles to digest the news that Tom is really Joe Tate. Joe explains to Debbie he was buying her, commenting it was easy - like mother, like daughter. Cain and Moira return to the farm where Moira claims Cain pushed her into attacking him. Cain insists Adam chose to run but Moira accuses him of bullying Adam into it. Moira gets worked up again which leads Cain to question what'll happen next time when he isn't around and it's just her and Isaac.
The Dingles are still reeling from yesterday's revelations about Joe. Charity doesn't want Noah to find out Joe is his half-brother. It's Aaron's birthday. Tracy has learned from Vanessa that Leyla flew to Greece last night and is forced to break the news to David and Jacob. Jacob is devastated. Noah is left with a lot of questions when Zak mentions Tom is really called Joe Tate.
Sarah can't understand why Joe has been so mean to her mum. Paddy approaches Robert to ask why Alex was thanking him. Robert explains he was giving Alex pointers about what to get Aaron for his birthday as he wants Aaron to be happy. At Home Farm, Lawrence gives Sam and Lydia the week off so the Whites can prepare for their move without the news getting back to Robert.
Bob asks Laurel to meet later for a private chat. Rebecca has sorted Seb's passport ahead of the move to Australia although Chrissie is disappointed to learn Lachlan has set up a flat viewing tomorrow. Debbie receives a call from the police asking her and Charity to go to the police station.
Zak and Lisa discuss Belle moving in with Lachlan. Surprisingly Zak isn't kicking up a fuss that his little girl is moving out, noting Debbie has already lost her home and they could potentially lose theirs too. Zak and Lisa spot a dog that looks like Alfie in the back of Jai's car along with Tip.
Ahead of the move, Lawrence drops Dog off at his new home. Lachlan can't understand why Belle dumped him. At Keepers Cottage, Victoria asks Robert if he sure about his plan. Robert doesn't see any other option so he'll lie low for a while whilst he works out where he stands legally. Ross isn't pleased to bump into Cain in the café and makes a dig about Adam's escape.
Shell shocked Robert cannot believe what he's just witnessed. Whilst calling for an ambulance, he sees Lawrence has been catapulted from the mangled car. At the church, Harriet tells Laurel she's gone against her conscience. Robert is unable to open the car door to get to Rebecca. As Lachlan comes around, he fears Chrissie is dead.
Lachlan asks Dr Melville why Rebecca hasn't woken up yet. He brings up the possibility of Rebecca not waking up. Robert walks into the room and hears Lachlan asking about potentially turning off Rebecca's life support. He takes this as confirmation that Lachlan caused the accident and is trying to cover his tracks.
Harriet is considering her future and decides to ditch work to spend the day with Cain and Isaac. Dr Jessops wants to release Lachlan from hospital but he's concerned about the teenager's living situation and wants to get social services involved. Gerry suggests Lachlan could move in with him.
Pete panics when he can't find Ross. At the farm, Faith offers to look after Isaac but Moira wants to spend time with the baby believing Pete and Ross will report her to the police. Zak and Lisa wonder why Belle dumped Lachlan and fear he may have hurt their daughter. Unaware Lachlan is listening, Belle reveals she broke things off as Chrissie told her Lachlan was mentally ill and needed professional help.
Cain and Moira have spent the night together. Moira forces Cain to hide under the bed when Faith arrives back from the shop. As Cain is hiding under the bed, Faith waltzes into the bedroom and picks up Isaac. Removal lorries trail through the village on their way to Home Farm leaving the villagers wonder who their new neighbours could be.
Lisa finds Joe trespassing outside Wishing Well Cottage. Joe asks Lisa to hear him out. As she's dropping a meat order off at the pub, Moira overhears Laurel telling Chas that Harriet resigned from the church then Cain dumped her. Zak tells Joe what Wishing Wall means to him. He doesn't expect Joe to understand but Joe says he does - he bought Home Farm as it's the last place he was really happy.
At the party, Lisa confronts Joe about his architect and solicitor's no show. When out of Lisa's earshot, Joe calls the Foreman to check in on progress. The bulldozer crashes into the roof of Wishing Well Cottage. Inside, Noah and Samson play on their VR headsets, oblivious to the danger they're in. Eric hears a noise so turns up his radio to drown it out. Noah and Samson are alerted that something's going on when rubble falls down the chimney. Suddenly the wall caves in leaving the boys terrified.
Cain and Zak survey the partly demolished Wishing Well Cottage. Graham calls in at Pollard's Barn where he orders Eric to take the credit for rescuing Noah and Samson last night. Due to Jimmy working for Joe, Nicola feels the needs to defend her husband, insisting he had nothing to do with Wishing Well being knocked down. The cramped conditions in the pub are causing tension between the Dingles and Zak is in no mood to celebrate his birthday.
Zak, Lisa, Sam and Debbie survey the partially demolished Wishing Well Cottage. Lisa wonders how they'll get their home back. Joe jogs over and offer to buy the house although Sam states he'd rather be homeless than sell to him. Dr Melville examines still unconscious Rebecca. She explains there's no way of knowing if Rebecca sustained any lasting damage until she wakes up. Faith softens towards Eric and allows him to buy her a drink. David and Priya secretly meet at the village hall to discuss Leyla.
Zak promises he and Lisa will be out of the way soon although Chas assures Zak they're more than welcome to stay at the pub. Charity orders Debbie through to the bar so they can talk about yesterday in private. Debbie states she was so angry, that in that moment, she didn't care what happened as long as Joe was hurt. Charity calls Cain, hoping he'll be able to talk some sense into their daughter but she can get hold of him.
Lachlan and Robert remain at Rebecca's bedside. Lachlan fears what Rebecca will say if she comes around. Cain and Ross continue to plot against Joe although Debbie doesn't want them getting into trouble on her account.
Faith has loaned the Dingles her key to Pollard's Barn for the day so they can use the facilities. Zak suggests they should get another key cut before they hand it back. It's the day of Chrissie and Lawrence's funeral and Lachlan is on edge. Rhona tries to persuade Bernice to offer her hair and beauty skills at the auction but Bernice is attending the funeral. Graham wonders why Joe is staying in a village where he's hated. Joe explains he feels close to Chris here plus he's determined to get to know Noah.
Panicked after discovering Gerry about to play his voicemail, Lachlan protests Gerry has no reason to hear the voicemail message with his last exchange with Chrissie and Lawrence, but Gerry plays the recording anyway. Belle grabs the phone and turns it off just before she and Gerry hear anything incriminating. Bob returns to Connelton View with a bunch of flowers for Brenda which only makes her more suspicious about his movements.
Vanessa and Paddy aren't happy with Pete for standing Rhona up last night. Chas is troubled by Paddy's interest in his ex-wife's love life. Tracy finds Lachlan smelling a bar of soap Chrissie loved in the shop. She tries to comfort him. Brenda tells Kerry she can't stand the way she's feeling just now and wants to know who Bob's other woman is.
Kerry receives a text from Fiona confirming she'll be attending the party. Brenda wonders what she's going to say to the woman she believes Bob slept with. Vanessa accidentally spills a smoothie over herself which Charity finds hilarious and proceeds to take pictures. Pete heads into the café but soon leaves when he spots Rhona so Rhona fills Vanessa in on the kiss with Pete.
Rhona has spent the night with Pete at Dale View. Paddy witnesses them kissing in the street and jealously notes Rhona is wearing yesterday's clothes. David and Tracy are all loved up after their trip to Paris.
Tracy is off with David when he returns from the convention as the text from Priya is playing on her mind. David has decided to enter the shop in the Hotten Retail awards. Faith finds emotional Moira clearing Holly's bedroom of her belongs. Cain pitches up to help turn Holly's room into a nursery for Isaac but he soon realises it wasn't Moira who asked him to help out.
It's Harriet's last day as vicar and Laurel wants to do something special for her. Cain rushes off when Faith lets slip Moira's plans to leave. Laurel orders Harriet to be at the café around 1pm. As Ross is dropping Joe off in the village, they spot Noah. Ross urges Joe to talk to Noah, reminding him it's the only way he'll get to know his little brother. At Butlers Farm, Moira asks Pete to look after the place when she leaves but he's unsure about taking on such responsibility.
David and handyman Phil are getting on famously much to Tracy's annoyance. As Cain drowns his sorrows, Victoria informs Debbie, Charity and Chas that Moira is leaving. Charity believes she's doing it for the attention but Debbie insists Moira wouldn't do that. At the café, Harriet's friends celebrate her last day as vicar with tea and cakes. Harriet gets emotional and ends up walking out.
Robert asks Lachlan if he'll be going to the hospital today, noting it's been a while since his last visit. Lachlan says he'll visit Rebecca after his meeting with the solicitor. Faith is delighted that Cain and Moira are back together.
In the café, Dan informs hungover Harriet that Cain smashed a window of Bishop Barry's car. Harriet feels awful that Charity has stitched Cain up. Zak and Lisa get a quote for the rebuild of Wishing Well Cottage. Lachlan offers to pay for the repairs but Zak believes Joe should be footing the bill. Robert and Victoria arrive at the hospital to the news that Rebecca has woken up.
Lachlan hasn't slept for thinking about Rebecca as well as keeping guard at Wishing Well Cottage. A nurse prevents Victoria from visiting Rebecca as she was so agitated yesterday and advises Victoria to come back later. Noah calls round at Home Farm again. Harriet is angry with herself for getting involved with Cain as she's lost her principles and ended up with nothing.
Debbie bumps into Joe outside the shop. Joe asks about Noah. Debbie takes great delight in informing Joe that Noah has gone on holiday with Charity, and whilst they're on the beach, Charity will be filling Noah in on everything Joe and his family have done. She doesn't think Noah will want to see Joe after that. Zak wants to get Wishing Well Cottage rebuilt but Lisa doesn't see the point as it'll only be knocked down again. Debbie heads to the farm where she badgers Cain about sourcing drugs to plant on Joe.
Joe and Jimmy go about their business at Home Farm, unaware Graham has drug dealer Simon bound and gagged in a cupboard. In the café, Lisa and reluctant Zak look at details of houses. After being let go by Graham, battered and bruised Simon heads to the garage to see Cain but he's not there.
Joe and Graham go searching for the car Ross stole and are surprised to find it parked up in Main Street. They go to confront Ross but finds him lying in his front garden screaming in pain. Graham realises Ross has been a victim of an acid attack so orders Joe to get a hose pipe from the garage whilst he removes Ross' shirt and calls an ambulance. Graham hoses Ross' face down.
Ross wakes up in hospital with bandages covering half of his face. Harriet can see something is up with Laurel. Laurel explains she can collect the memory card containing Ashley's videos as the police no longer need it.
Bob and Brenda plan to take the twins out for the day but as Daz is ill, Bob has to stay behind to cover the café. Laurel does her best to avoid Bob and Harriet. At the hospital, Ross is struggling to come to terms with his injuries and new limitations and Pete bears the brunt of it. Harriet calls round at Mulberry Cottage where she confronts Laurel about her relationship with Bob again.
Brenda fears the worst when she can't find Bob. Ross is upset Debbie hasn't visited him yet, but he's soon distracted when DS Hart appears to update him on the investigation. In the café, Brenda tells Harriet and Laurel that she believes Bob has left her as he's nowhere to be seen and isn't answering his phone.
Aaron prepares a Valentine's dinner for Alex although Liv and Gabby don't have much faith in his cooking abilities. Liv approaches Jacob on Gabby's behalf. She asks him about his plans for Valentine's Day and suggests they meet up later. Cain attempts to talk Debbie out of telling Ross the truth about the acid attack but Debbie is adamant she needs to.
A large bunch of flowers arrive at the shop for Tracy. She concludes David didn't send them and wonders who did. Debbie is in a state after visiting Ross yesterday. She fears Simon could go after her or drop her in it with the police.
At the hospital, Ross follows Debbie out into the corridor and asks if she's alright. He apologises for freaking her out. Meanwhile, Cain holds Simon hostage. Simon soon realises Cain believes he'll squeal to the police so promises the police will never hear about Debbie's involvement from him. Liv hands Gabby her schoolbag so Gabby can copy her homework.
Ross is in agony as his bandages are changed. As Liv's loved ones gather at the Mill to celebrate her sixteenth birthday, Chas pulls Aaron aside to inform him Rebecca will be moving into Keepers Cottage tomorrow. Gabby decides to treat Liv to a birthday breakfast in the café and on the walk there, she asks Liv if she got any Valentine's cards. Liv lies she didn't.
Aaron and Chas worry about Liv. Chas thinks that if Liv is questioning her sexuality, Aaron should have a word about his own experiences. David heads off to meet Phil at the football. Gabby has posted Liv's birthday video online leaving Bernice disgusted by her daughter's behaviour. Laurel instructs everyone to be at the pub later for Sandy's leaving party.
Phil's threats are playing on Tracy's mind but she has no idea how she'll pay her blackmailer as she's already overdrawn. Liv has been scrubbing the henna tattoo until it hurts but it still won't come off. As he's dropping a meat order off at the pub, Pete talks to Charity and Debbie about Ross. Charity suggests Debbie should go with Pete to the hospital to assure Ross that Moses will come around.
Tracy puts Frank's money back in the money box. When they bump into each other in the shop, Robert reminds Aaron it's their anniversary today. Aaron states they aren't together anymore so it doesn't matter. At Dale View, DS Hart talks to Ross. She suspects Ross may be holding something back for fear of implicating himself in something although Ross denies it.
Bernice has arranged Vanessa, Kerry, Priya and herself to join Robert on a night out. Robert tries to back out but Bernice drags him into a taxi. Tracy leaves David a teary voicemail. Her husband is sitting in his van in silence. Paddy gets in trouble with Chas by making a joke about her age ahead of her birthday tomorrow.
It's Chas' birthday. Charity re-gifts the present Chas bought her for Christmas. Aaron and Robert have spent the night together. Aaron presents Robert with a house key whilst Robert produces their wedding rings from his wallet and they put them back on. Paddy takes Chas round to Tall Trees Cottage where Marlon has prepared a Mexican-themed spread. Chas attempts to smash the piñata and in the process, she falls over and injures her ankle.
Paddy wakes up on the sofa in the pub backroom with 'Paddy' still scrawled on his forehead, although the P has been smudged it looks more like 'Daddy'. Joe orders Jimmy to deal with Zak for stealing materials from the golf course development to rebuild Wishing Well Cottage.
Chas is suffering from morning sickness and doesn't feel like eating. Whilst putting her breakfast in the bin, she comes across the toy sheep Paddy bought for the baby. Exhausted Jimmy is struggling to juggle both his jobs. He asks Rodney to cover a haulage run but Rodney can't as he's still over the limit after his night on the town. At Tall Trees Cottage,
Gerry searches for missing Tip. Jai realises his dog is missing and asks Zak to help him look but Zak refuses. Paddy suggests Aaron should tell Chas what a good mum she is. Marlon reminds Paddy that that won't change Chas' mind although Paddy just wants Chas to know he's by her side whatever happens.
Nicola has prepared a special birthday breakfast for Jimmy but he rushes off to work without eating any of it. It's also Noah's birthday. Charity wants to make it special, but Noah isn't interested in any of her suggestions as he believes she's only doing it because of Joe. Laurel can't wrap her head around Rhys being responsible for Ashley's window getting broken.
Brenda lets herself in to Mulberry Cottage. Whilst Laurel talks to Brenda, Bob hides under the table. Brenda asks if Bob's here but Laurel lies she hasn't seen him. Rhys doesn't think he fits in in Emmerdale, and he's not sure he wants to, as he prefers a more urban parish.
Bob and Laurel bump into each other in Main Street as they put their children on the school bus. Bob suggests he and Laurel could go for a walk. Brenda watches as they stroll off together. Priya picks up some last-minute supplies for Eliza birthday party.
The Doctor informs Jai and Rishi that there's no indication Eliza has had a seizure and questions if there is another way Eliza could've got the bruises. Pete finds Ross watching children's television surrounded by empty bottles of beer. He encourages Ross to leave the house but Ross doesn't want anyone staring at his scars. At the farm, Moira tells Cain that if he wants to move in permanently, he needs to start getting along with Faith. Cain
Ross has scar check today and has also booked an appointment with a physiologist. Ruth Shepperton and DC Parker meet with Megan and Frank to discuss Eliza's bruises. DC Parker questions if the bruises could be the result of physical punishment but Megan insists she doesn't smack her daughter and neither does Jai.
Ross is suffering the effects of his heavy drinking last night. He concedes his behaviour was out of order. Pete throws the skin graft leaflets in front of Ross, suggesting he does something to help himself. Phil's face is plastered across the front page of the Hotten Courier alongside the headline "Blackmail Sex Shame by Local Man". Jacob realises Phil was blackmailing Tracy.
David considers rejigging the shop ahead of the meal with the Cavanaghs. Phil has changed his plea to guilty as someone else has come forward to complain about him. Jacob is delighted for Tracy and gives her a hug although David is still distant with his wife. Rishi had hoped Priya would change her mind about moving out but she's still determined to leave.
Emotional Tracy tells Vanessa and Charity that David is ashamed of her for her past as a prostitute. At Home Farm, Dean informs Joe that the kitchen camera was disabled by someone who isn't very good at covering their tracks.
Faith has spent the night in the village hall. At Keepers Cottage, Rebecca has forgotten Seb stayed with Robert last night and panics until Victoria reminds her where her son is. PC Stone appears to arrest Rebecca for breaking into Home Farm. Jacob isn't surprised Tracy left David but reminds David he can still make things up to his wife. Hungover Tracy has slept on the sofa at Tug Ghyll.
Gabby has managed to blag an invite for her and Liv to go to a party tomorrow night so they need to find a way to get hold of booze to take with them.
Daz catches Gabby with gin but Gabby threatens to tell Bernice he bought her alcohol if he says anything. Rebecca is devastated at the thought of having permanent brain damage. Belle offers Rebecca her support as she knows what it's like to not understand what's going on in your head. Gerry invites down in the dumps Tracy along to the Whingles Ale launch night at The Woolpack although she rejects him.
Liv has spent all night fretting about Lisa and is alarmed when Chas mentions Lisa has been in theatre all night due to complications. At the hospital, Zak blames himself for Lisa's collapse as they've been living in a half-demolished house. The Doctor informs the Dingles that Lisa is stable but discloses she had Ketamine in her system.
It's the day of Chas' termination. Paddy has taken the day off to support her but she insists there's no need. Ross and Pete head to the hospital ahead of Ross' skin graft operation. At Home Farm, Joe reveals to Graham that Debbie was behind the acid attack and he was the intended victim.
Debbie believes Simon will have told the police everything although Joe reveals he offered Simon £100k to keep her name out of things. Debbie refuses to be blackmailed by Joe so if Ross has to hear about her involvement in the acid attack, he'll hear it from her. Joe doubts Debbie will go through with telling Ross as it'll ruin her and her children's lives.
Jessie informs delighted Rhona that they've secured council funding so Leo can keep his teaching assistant. Moira mentions to preoccupied Debbie that she's going to visit Ross later and asks if she wants to come too. In the café, Daz makes jokes about Gabby trying to spike his drink as he serves Diane, Bernice and Gabby breakfast. Liv and Aaron are also having breakfast in the café.
Bernice storms round to the Mill with Gabby in tow demanding Liv starts talking about what happened to Lisa. Aaron and Robert try to pack Liv off to school but Bernice demands Liv admits the truth first. Joe encourages Debbie to ditch work so he can take her to lunch.
Charity still can't believe Debbie has reunited with Joe and berates her daughter for doing so, unaware she didn't have much choice. At the Mill, Aaron worries about Liv and orders his little sister to stay away from Gabby.
Debbie stares at the box containing the posh dress Joe bought her. Sarah spots the dress and inquires if it's for a date, telling her mum she wants her to be happy. Aaron receives a call from the police asking to take Liv to the station.
As yesterday didn't go as planned, Joe has another idea to win Debbie around. Cain does nothing as Debbie and Joe drive off together which frustrates Charity who questions if Joe has something on Cain too. In the café, April asks Jessie if she can take the school gerbil, Arnold, home.
Joe isn't afraid of Cain despite him being armed with a hammer. Moira is expecting to meet Cain in the pub for dinner. Charity suggests to Debbie that Cain is late as he's paid Joe a visit. Joe doubts Cain will do anything as he knows Debbie was responsible for Ross' attack.
Joe reveals to Graham that he visited Debbie last night and told her he'd keep her secret and also that he loved her and wanted her back. Graham orders Joe to stop moping after Debbie and do the right thing for once. In the shop, Priya encourages David to tell Tracy about the new living arrangements. Jacob isn't happy with his new housemate as he's still angry with Priya for betraying Leyla.
Priya badgers reluctant David to tell Tracy about the new living arrangements. Eric calls in at Farrers Barn to collect Amba and is surprised to learn Priya is staying. He also encourages David to speak with Tracy. Pete has bought Ross an orthopaedic cushion following his skin graft. Ross is less than impressed. Joe believes Debbie was going to take him back until she got the wrong idea about him and Priya.
Someone sneaks into the darkened shop and makes off with a life size cardboard cut-out of David. Jacob apologises to Priya for his behaviour yesterday. Before Jacob heads off to school, David asks him to keep his fling with Leyla under wraps. Vanessa returns to Tug Ghyll with the cardboard cut-out of David and suggests Tracy uses it to vent her anger but Tracy isn't up for it.
]Tracy has removed her wedding ring. Ross plans to return to work on the farm and has bought the Lathams a bottle of whisky to apologise for yesterday. He's also started writing his victim's statement for the police. His new attitude impresses Pete, who asks to read the statement but Ross has only managed a line so far. Jimmy continues to struggle to juggle his two jobs.
Ross' car sits abandoned with the driver and front passenger doors wide open. David tries to make things up with Jacob but Jacob is in no mood to hear him out. Tracy receives an anonymous text telling her to "STOP HURTING HIM - MAKE THINGS RIGHT!".
Pete rushes unconscious Ross to the hospital. At the scrapyard, Jimmy informs Robert he doesn't want to go back to driving, citing Nicola's ambitions for their future. Robert receives an important call from a client and shoos Jimmy out. Joe watches it all from the comfort of his sofa.
It's Good Friday and Nicola is planning a day out with the children but Jimmy is preoccupied thinking about Joe's offer. Joe approaches Jimmy to ask him if he's made a decision yet. Jimmy hasn't. Ross decides to discharge himself from the hospital against the doctors' advice.
Joe and Noah pitch up at the scrapyard where Joe takes great delight in informing Robert that Jimmy sold him his half of the haulage business. He also reveals he's changed the name of the business to 'Tate Haulage & Sons' then proceeds to take one of the trucks out for a spin. As soon as Joe and Noah leave,
Priya dresses up in a chicken costume for her new job. It's not the high-flying marketing position she was expecting. Bob has spent the night at Mulberry Cottage. He calls Brenda, spinning her a line about the plumber not having the correct part. Laurel admits to Bob she loved waking up to him this morning so they head back up to the bedroom when there's a knock at the door.
Brenda receives a stack of packages she purchased with Laurel's credit card. She can't believe how much she's bought. Rodney reads aloud his texts to girlfriend Misty leaving Bernice feeling uncomfortable. In the pub, Kerry uses Rebecca's confused state her advantage and manages to blag herself a free vodka.
Hungover Bob wakes up on the sofa at Dale Head following a night out in Harrogate with Dan and Daz, both of whom are also worse for wear. Aaron is jumpy following Syd's unwelcome visit yesterday. Robert believes they need to pay up to ensure they're all safe and hopes to buy time to raise the money. Aaron receives a call from Syd and lies he has the money.
Robert bursts into Butlers Farm and informs Cain that Syd has Aaron. Through his panic, he explains Syd wants £100k and they have two hours to get hold of it - otherwise Syd will kill Aaron. Cain orders Robert to work on finding the money whilst he works on finding Aaron. Moira walks in and questions what's going on. In the café,
Laurel, Harriet and Arthur prepare for Ashley's memorial. Harriet has rearranged the photographs in the village hall so they can hang the now repaired stained-glass window on the wall. Cain informs Aaron and Robert that according to the MacFarlanes, Syd has done a runner with the money and inquires how Robert managed to get his hands on so much cash.
Jacob and a badly sunburnt David return from their holiday in Marbella. Laurel inform Bob that Brenda knows about the affair. At Tug Ghyll, preparations are underway for Frank's birthday party. Tracy forewarns Frank and Megan that Charity will be attending.
David and Jacob paint over the graffiti on the door of Farrers Barn. Ross is running low on painkillers so tries to source a repeat prescription. At Victoria Cottage, everyone heard Rodney and Misty's bedroom antics last night. Elliot innocently asks why Misty kept shouting "Yes!". Nicola insists Jimmy needs to have a word with Rodney, but Jimmy leaves that to Nicola.
Chas is struggling with morning sickness. At Victoria Cottage, Jimmy is down in the dumps and his mood isn't helped by witnessing Rodney and Misty all over each other. Vanessa calls Charity around to Tug Ghyll to talk about yesterday. Charity realises Vanessa has reported her ordeal to the police, just as a Police Officer knocks at the door.
Rhona comes across Ross' pill box in the bin and notes they were only prescribed yesterday. She's about to voice her concerns to Pete when Ross walks in. Chas is plagued with severe morning sickness. In the café, Vanessa mopes after being dumped by Charity.
As Ross walks towards her, a terrified Rhona begs him not to hurt her. In the café, Charity insists to Noah she didn't mean what she said yesterday and suggests they hug it out. Noah questions why Charity is acting weird. Ross apologises to Rhona for scaring her; he doesn't know where this behaviour is coming from. Rhona does.
Chas is continuing to struggle with her constant morning sickness. At Mill Cottage, Liv's solicitor, Louise, calls round to discuss Liv's case ahead of court on Monday. Louise agrees not to mention Gordon in court but explains Lisa may not be able to speak up for Liv. Even without Lisa's testimony,
On the morning of Liv and Gabby's court hearing, Aaron learns Liv's solicitor, Louise, has been reassigned so the practice's senior partner is taking over. Meanwhile, at Brook Cottage, a nervous Bernice flaps over Gabby's appearance in an attempt to make her daughter look as innocent as possible.
Zak isn't at Wishing Well Cottage leading Lisa to believe he's avoiding her. Outside the shop, Bob bumps into Laurel and asks after Gabby but Laurel rushes off. Brenda watches their exchange from a far. Lisa pops round to the Mill offering to help Aaron and Liv in any way she can. Aaron believes it's too late and advises Lisa to avoid Zak if she doesn't want a fight today.
After being woken by Belle, a hungover Zak wants to make things right with Lisa but Belle explains she's gone. Arthur is upset as Laurel can't afford to send him on an activities weekend with school. Doug offers to pay but Laurel declines.
Bob has got everything out of Brenda secret cupboard and confronts her about it. He questions if she's stealing again but Brenda avoids the question and takes the twins to the bus stop. Aaron has spoken to a solicitor and is hopeful Liv will be out on probation in two months. Lydia informs Laurel that she's moving out. At the bus stop, Brenda notices Arthur is feeling down.
Bob believes this could be his and Laurel's shot at happiness. At Dale View, Ross is terrified when he spots the blister packet of pills next to Moses with a pill less than there was before. He asks his son if he's eaten any on the pills but Moses says he hasn't.
Arthur is rude and angry. Laurel assumes it's because he can't go on the school trip. Brenda asks Ross about his attacker's trial next week. Ross comments he "can't wait to see the scumbag go down". Pete is called up to the farm so Rhona offers to accompany Ross to his occupational therapy appointment. After Pete dashes off, Rhona asks Ross how he really feels about the trial and reminds him he doesn't need to go through all this alone.
Rhona bumps into Pete outside the shop and establishes Ross hasn't told him about coming onto her. A still furious Arthur refuses to go to school so Laurel agrees he can stay home today. Doug cannot believe Laurel is even entertaining the idea. Jimmy makes excuses to not engage in marital relations with Nicola.
Rhona offers to accompany Pete to the trial of Ross' attacker but Pete doesn't want to go after yesterday. Rhona thinks he should go to support his brother, mentioning it's a year ago today since the worst day of her life and she couldn't have faced Pierce in court alone. Laurel realises Doug has had word with Bob. Jimmy is reluctant to go into the café after publicly revealing his impotence yesterday.
Pete is practically keeping Ross prisoner in Dale View to prevent him going after Simon but Ross manages to escape through a window. Nicola is still furious after Jimmy's sex therapy session with Misty. Jimmy asks Nicola to let it go, assuring his wife nothing untoward went on but let's slip he wasn't fully clothed. Whilst in the shop, Harriet mentions the police initiative to David and how she thought Tracy could front it but Tracy got cold feet upon hearing the press would be involved.
Vanessa has spent the night at the pub and Charity attempts to persuade her girlfriend to ditch work to return to bed. Noah walks in and is rude. He doubts Charity and Vanessa will last - Charity's relationships never do. Daz plans a romantic meal for Bernice which makes Kerry jealous as Dan hasn't treated her in ages.
Charity tells Bails he doesn't scare her but Bails can see she's shaking. Charity informs Bails she's ready to take him on. She warns him if he goes near Tracy again, she'll exposes him for the pervert he is. Tracy is annoyed to see Charity and Bails having words and apologises to Bails. Graham tells Megan about his time in the army as well as his late wife.
The Spencers are still trying to come to terms with Ali's sudden death. Dan has agreed to help Rachel and Sean with the funeral arrangements and vows to focus on his children but he's still annoyed at Daz for telling Amelia that Ali's dead instead of letting him break the news. Joe gifts Noah some new games which annoys Charity.
Kerry hates being burdened by Daz's secret so after Dan and Amelia go out, Daz tries to explain things. Jai is surprised to learn Rishi has a date with Helen. Rishi begs Frank to help him during the date. Frank reluctantly agrees. Daz tells Kerry that sleeping with Ali was a drunken mistake which they both regretted - they vowed never to mention it again, but then a few months later, Ali told him she was pregnant.
Megan overhears part of Frank's phone call to a jeweller regarding an engagement ring. Frank then proceeds to lie to her that Rishi needs him to go into Hotten to collect something. Megan takes this as confirmation he's cheating on her. Kerry removes a strand of hair from Amelia's hairbrush then pulls a strand from Daz's head for a DNA test. Noah appears at Home Farm again.
Megan sits contemplating yesterday's events. When David walks by, Megan asks him about his relationship with Tracy and if he believes his marriage would've survived if he'd told Tracy about Leyla sooner. David comments you can't love someone and lie to them.
Aaron and Robert visit Liv to confront her about her alcohol consumption, revealing they found a water bottle containing vodka in her schoolbag. Graham informs Joe that Megan got engaged yesterday. Joe jokingly asks if Graham wants him to have Frank killed. Noah calls into Home Farm hoping Joe will take him to all the places he used to hang out with their dad.
Joe's lifeless body lays in the water. Noah rushes down the side of the quarry as Debbie arrives on the scene. Whilst Noah calls for an ambulance, Debbie runs into the water and pulls Joe out. She begins performing CPR. and Joe begins breathing again. Priya fills Lachlan in on her meeting with a potential client.
Robert fills Chas in on Liv's drinking problem and how Aaron is blaming himself. In the café, Debbie talks to Rebecca about Joe, revealing they kissed yesterday and now she doesn't know if she hates Joe or herself more. Noah call round to Home Farm to see Joe, this time with Charity's blessing. Noah hugs Joe, relieved that his brother is alright.
Zak returns to Wishing Well Cottage with the news that Belle's doing much better so Lisa will bring her home later. At Home Farm, Debbie finds Joe attempting to put a model airplane together following a challenge from Graham. Joe is struggling so he asks Debbie to help.
It's the day of the sexual exploration initiative launch and Tracy is nervous about making a speech. Although Vanessa has decided not to attend, David, Frank, Megan and Harriet will all be there to support her. Vanessa calls in at the pub to check up on Charity but Charity insists she doesn't need minding.
As Charity is dragged out of the conference room, Bails' wife Chloe calls her a disgrace but Charity questions why she'd lie. Bails spins his wife a story about Charity being confused which leads Vanessa to label him a lair, stating every word Charity said was true. DCS Wordsworth informs Bails that Charity's allegations need to be investigated so orders him to go home.
On the morning of Bob and Brenda's wedding, Doug reminds Laurel this is her last chance to do something about her feelings for Bob. Laurel orders her father to drop the subject. Bob was supposed to spend the night at Victoria Cottage but didn't and now no one knows where he is. At the salon, Brenda gets ready, unaware her groom is missing.
Harriet asks if anyone knows of any lawful impediment to prevent Bob and Brenda getting married. Meanwhile, Laurel stands at Ashley's grave an apologises to her late husband. She states she was lonely and mixed up but now knows Bob isn't what she wants. At Dale View, Ross encourages Dawn to see a doctor and quit the drugs. Newlyweds Bob and Brenda have confetti thrown over them as they leave the church.
Tracy gossips about Bob and Brenda's ill-fated marriage. She speculates why it's ended and asks Laurel if she thinks Bob has cheated. Bob has spent the night in the café whilst the twins have stayed with Brenda at Connelton View. Cathy is convinced Bob and Brenda will make up. When Harriet pops round to check up on Brenda, Brenda informs her Bob was having an affair with Laurel.
Nicola finds the café closed again with a note pinned to the door revealing Bob and Laurel have been sleeping together. Nicola yanks the note from the door and heads round to show Laurel but not before Faith has read it.
At the salon, Bernice assures Daz that Dan will come around in time. Kerry pops in and informs them Dan didn't come home last night and isn't answering his phone. Daz vows to put things right somehow. Gerry and Doug find the Whingles sign has fallen on the floor and the crack above the door of B&B has grown larger.
At the B&B, Gerry listens to the voicemail from the day of the crash again whilst Doug removes some plaster. A lintel begins to creek so Doug concedes he'll need to get the builder back in. Laurel tries to talk to Arthur as he's walking to the bus stop but he ignores her.
Dan has no idea what to do for the best. He hates lying to Amelia about her true paternity and fears Daz might reveal the truth. Aaron receives a call about Liv and rushes off. At Wishing Well Cottage, an exhausted Belle asks Lachlan to borrow his tablet to watch a film.
Lachlan climbs over the rubble to get to Gerry. Gerry manages to talk but Lachlan shouts at his dying friend, ordering him to shut up. Gerry questions if Lachlan deliberately made the roof cave in. Lachlan admits he did. Gerry understands why Lachlan did it and reminds Lachlan he could've killed himself too.
Police swarm the village following Gerry's shock death. Doug blames himself and questions what Gerry was even doing at the B&B. A guilty Lachlan tries to assure Doug it's not his fault. DC Flanagan calls round to Dale View to inform Ross that the acid attack case is now closed. DC Flanagan states there isn't any more the police can do, unless Ross is withholding information they don't know about.
At Wishing Well Cottage, a distracted Belle assures Lachlan he's got nothing to feel guilty about for Gerry's death. Conversation soon turns to the pregnancy and they agree it's the wrong time to have a baby. Ross asks Rebecca out for a drink but Rebecca declines as she and Victoria are looking after Seb tonight. Doug can't stop thinking about Gerry and the potential manslaughter charge he's facing.
Joe calls in at Jacobs Fold where Debbie agrees to tell Sarah and Jack about their relationship after school. Debbie also believes she needs to make Ross aware too. Dawn sneaks up on Ross as he puts the bag containing the drugs in the boot of his car. She hands him more drugs, just as Debbie drives past. In the café,
Joe calls in at Jacobs Fold and is disturbed to see Debbie's bruised face. Debbie spins him a story about how she sustained the bruising but Joe knows she's lying and inquires if Ross caused them when she told him about their relationship. Debbie insists Ross wouldn't do it. Doug has been researching building regulations and best practice - he's convinced did everything right.
At Home Farm, Ross sneaks up behind Graham and strikes him over the head. Brenda has cleared out her and Bob's joint bank account. Bob knows she's trying to provoke a reaction so Laurel advises him not to rise to it. Debbie and Joe prepare to tell the Dingles about their relationship. PC Williams asks Doug to come down to the station for another interview. Charity is in town so Debbie is unable to tell her mother about her relationship with Joe. Joe returns to Home Farm to find an unconscious Graham bound and gagged and Ross armed with a gun.
Debbie has been shot. She slumps to the ground clutching her abdomen. Graham and Joe rush to her aid as a stunned Ross watches on. Meanwhile, in the pub backroom, Chas and Faith speculate about what Debbie has to tell them.
A nurse informs Joe and Ross that doctors managed to revive Debbie and she's now heading to theatre. Graham confronts Connor about hitting Debbie, pulling hairs from Connor's head as he does. Connor questions what's wrong with Graham and goes to leave but Graham states he isn't done yet. In the pub, Diane tries to assure Doug that it was grief talking and Terry will change his mind about suing. them.
Ross sits at Dale View drowning his sorrows. Meanwhile, at the hospital, Joe assures Debbie that Ross hasn't gone to the police as they would've turned up by now. When Cain and Charity appear, they're shocked to find Joe at Debbie's bedside. Bob asks Cathy and Heath around to Mulberry Cottage for dinner but they aren't keen.
Noah asks Charity how Debbie is doing. Charity comments Debbie is okay physically but mentally she's not so sure as she's back with Joe. All Charity wants is her children safe but she doesn't think they will be with Joe. Charity hugs Noah and Moses and tells her sons she loves them. Harriet hears back from her contact about Charity's son.
Charity opens the box of mementoes of her baby boy and takes out the little blue hat. She's about to put the hat in the bin when Vanessa appears and reminds Charity that binning the hat won't make her forget about her son. A plumber has sorted the leak at Connelton View but when Bob and Laurel head into the café with their blended brood of warring children, Brenda lies the leak isn't fixed yet. Paddy has enlisted Megan's services to plan his and Chas' wedding
Chas is excited ahead of her baby scan tomorrow but soon realises she's got the dates mixed up and the scan is actually today. Paddy and Marlon have got lost in Scotland. Meanwhile, Chas knocks at Tall Trees Cottage looking for Paddy. When there's no answer, she calls him but it goes to voicemail as Paddy has turned off his phone.
Amelia shoots her latest vlog. After Amelia heads into Hotten, Dan and Kerry discuss Amelia's true paternity, unaware the webcam is still recording. Paddy begins planning the baby's nursery as he's still in the dark about the devastating news Chas received at the scan yesterday. Charity and Joe bring Debbie home from hospital. Bernice advises Daz to either deal with the issue of him being Amelia's biological father or leave it. Daz has no idea what to do.
When Dan takes Amelia breakfast in bed to apologise, he and Kerry discover her room is empty and her bed hasn't been slept in. DI Simmons calls in at Tug Ghyll to inform Charity they've found Ryan, however at this moment, Ryan is not prepared to do the DNA test. Charity asks about Ryan, but DI Simmons can't say anything.
Charity keeps calling the number back hoping the mystery caller was Ryan. Whilst shopping for provisions, Victoria reminds Rebecca about her lunch with Ross. When Debbie and Joe appear in the shop, Rebecca asks Debbie if she minds her having lunch with Ross. Ross walks out after overhearing Debbie stating she wants him to be happy. Outside, Pete spots Ross exiting the shop and insists he can't keep running off every time he sees Debbie.
Doug spots Terry sleeping in his car so offers him a room in the B&B free of charge. Ross can't believe it when Pete admits he lost his temper yesterday and alluded to Debbie's role in the acid attack. Ross questions what he was thinking and insists Pete needs to shut this down. Villagers gather in the café where Kerry hands them Amelia's missing persons leaflets that are to be distributed in Leeds and Harrogate. Sarah has spent the night at Pollard's Barn.
Harriet receives a call from a former colleague informing her Bails has refused to give DNA so he's been arrested and will be forced to give a sample. Charity regrets telling Ryan the truth about his conception as her long-lost son now doesn't want to know her. Vanessa suggests Charity phones Irene to update her so Charity calls and asks Irene to tell Ryan she's grateful that he gave his DNA.
It's the day of Gerry's funeral and Doug is busy trying to raise funds for Terry. Charity is feeling the full effects of her heavy drinking yesterday and feels guilty about the voicemail she left Ryan. DI Simmons calls in the pub with the news that the DNA test showed Bails is Ryan's father. Sarah is annoyed to find Joe at Jacobs Fold.
Doug has spent the night at the B&B. He can't believe he was taken in by Terry and let Terry take him for all he had and more. A worked-up Eric presents Doug with an estimate of £20,000 to sort the B&B. T-shirts have been printed with Amelia's face on them to spread the word about the eleven-year-old's disappearance.
As Eric heads to the B&B, he finds a drawstring bag placed against the backdoor. He looks inside and cannot believe what it contains. Leanna manages to persuade Jacob to bunk off school, lying to David it's a revision day. Leanna then uses Jacob's phone to call the school pretending to be David, which is witnessed by Sarah who calls Noah and orders him to get back to the village. Eric shows Diane the contents of the bag - it contains £20,000. Noah meets Sarah in a barn at Wishing Well Cottage.
At the hospital, Sarah lays sleeping as her worried relatives watch on. Joe appears to check up on Sarah and support Debbie. He explains he's spoken to the police about the car and they've agreed not to take the matter any further. It's two weeks since Amelia disappeared and Daz is struggling to hold it together. In the pub backroom, Chas, Paddy and Marlon worry about Sarah. Paddy can't comprehend what it must be like to have a child that's that ill.
There is still friction at Mulberry Cottage as Arthur, Cathy and Heath continue to act up as they adjust and to the new living arrangements. Bob proposes they all go to the cinema tonight as a treat. Faith continues to steam ahead with the arrangements for Chas' baby shower. Marlon questions if Chas is up to it but Chas orders him to back off. Joe calls in at the hospital with magazines for Sarah.
Paddy struggles to comprehend the bombshell Chas has dropped and needs to know exactly what's going on with their baby. Dan fears Amelia is dead. Kerry orders him to keep positive, insisting they're going to find her alive. Meanwhile, at the police station, DS Benton and DC Smee quiz Daz about his time in the army, revealing someone calling themselves "Helmand2009" has been speaking to Amelia in a private chat room since she disappeared.
Paddy has been up all night researching Bilateral Renal Agenisis. He's found nothing to give him hope but Chas is still blindly optimistic that everything will turn out okay. She requests Paddy doesn't tell anyone about the baby's prognosis until they know more. DS Benton asks Dan and Kerry about doing a televised appeal for Amelia. Cain and Moira head to the hospital to find Debbie has spent the night in the waiting area. Joe appears with a change of clothes for Debbie but Debbie asks him to leave.
A Journalist approaches Chas looking for information about Amelia. When he doesn't get anywhere, he badgers Daz, who also doesn't disclose anything. At Dale Head, Kerry receives a crank call accusing the Spencers of keeping Amelia hostage. It's clear Dan believes Daz is somehow implicated in Amelia's disappearance. Belle finds Lachlan staring at the sign Gerry made for Whingles Ale.
It's a not so happy birthday for Diane when Doug confesses he slept with Brenda - in earshot of all their friends and family! Later, Brenda and Laurel are arrested following a food fight.
Following Freddy's offer, Belle has a decision to make about her future. Fearing he's losing Belle, Lachlan follows Freddy with murderous intent and nearly clobbers him over the head with a rock. He's horrified to turn around and find Priya running to a taxi. Elsewhere, Daz receives a ransom call.
Moira gets the mother of all shocks when an intruder at Butlers Farm reveals himself to be her daughter Hannah and explains he's been living as a man called Matty for almost two years.
Matty becomes reacquainted with Victoria whilst Moira struggles to come to terms with the fact that her daughter is now her son. Also, Tracy sleeps with estranged husband David but soon regrets it.'
Cain, Kyle and Isaac have spent the night at Pollard's Barn to give Moira some space. Eric isn't pleased by their presence. As Eric leaves, Moira appears. DS Benton explains to Dan and Kerry that they can't take any action against Daz without evidence. Dan orders DS Benton to have his brother followed.
Over breakfast, Ross reveals to Pete that he ordered Cain to sign the garage over to him or he'll inform the police about Debbie's involvement in the acid attack. Pete fears Cain could tell the police about Ross shooting Debbie but Ross is confident it won't go that far as Cain won't allow anything to happen to Debbie.
Daz sits languishing in a cell. Meanwhile, Bernice listens to a voicemail from Daz protesting he doesn't know who the girl is but suspects she's somehow connected to his time in the army. At Dale Head, Dan prepares a special breakfast for Amelia's first day back home. When Amelia comes downstairs, she asks about her laptop but as the police still have it, she uses Dan's phone instead.
Whilst getting coffee, Robert receives a call from Liv and rushes off. Daz appears in the café having been released without charge. Brenda inquires if this means he didn't take Amelia after all. Bernice confirms he didn't, declaring Daz has done nothing wrong and asks all those in the café to spread the word. Joe informs Debbie and Sarah that he's arranged for a consultant to visit later and give a second opinion on Sarah's condition.
Sarah comes downstairs wearing her fancy dress for the dance. Debbie again asks if she's feeling okay. Sarah lies she's fine. At Brook Cottage, Faith wears gloves as she throws Doug's clothing into bin bags. Diane thanks her for helping out. Cunning Faith insists it was a pleasure. Rhona runs into Jessie in the shop and they get talking about Jessie's date with Marlon.
Preparation for Paddy's stag-do is underway at Tall Trees Cottage. Daz and Bernice show Dan and Kerry the letter Amelia wrote to Beth - Amelia writes how she wishes she was still with Beth as she hates her family.
At the factory, Priya is fed up of Rishi's wall of boxes dividing the office. Jai isn't best pleased either as Rishi's refusal to get some paper work in his area of the office has resulted in an order being dispatched incorrectly.
On the morning of Chas and Paddy's wedding, Cain appears at Tall Trees Cottage to inform Paddy and Marlon that Chas has decided to call things off. Jai realises Rishi is using him to impress Dr Jutla but reluctantly agrees to go on a "farce" of a date with the doctor's daughter.
Lachlan sets to find out who is sending him threatening texts. Moira tires to find Matty to try put things right with him. Graham asks Charity to keep quiet about his and Megan's affair and threatens her, resulting in Charity telling all.
Frank is furious after discovering Megan cheated on him with Graham, and breaks off his engagement to her before hunting Graham down. Moira rushes to Matty's bedside, but receives the cold shoulder. Lachlan searches for the Conman but has no luck.
Moira makes amends with Matty. Lachlan finally finds the conman and deals with him for once and for all!
Ross, Rhona and Pete get to know more about Matty. Lachlan buries the conman in an unmarked grave but is shocked to discover Liv was the one sending him threatening text messages.
Lachlan is interrupted by Liv whilst gassing Mill Cottage, and knocks her unconscious. Rebecca is horrified to find Robert and Liv unconscious, but Lachlan stops her from calling an ambulance. Dan tries to get Amelia to befriend Elliot but Elliot offends her.
Robert and Liv recover in hospital following the carbon monoxide poisoning. Rebecca has gone missing, infuriating Robert and Ross. Meanwhile, Maya and David continue their affair.
Robert, Aaron and Liv discover what caused the carbon monoxide leak at Mill Cottage. Ross is infuriated over Rebecca's sudden departure and takes out his bad mood on everyone else. David is shocked when Liam reveals Tracy is pregnant but is upset when Tracy tells him she had an abortion.
David continues to struggle with the news that Tracy aborted his baby whilst Tracy is angered to discover it was Dr Cavanagh who told David about the pregnancy. Elsewhere, Matty gets conned.
Victoria and Matty grow closer whilst David is warned about Maya. Also, Irene agrees to give Charity another chance with Ryan.
Charity and Ryan begin to get to know each other but things turn sour when Ryan realises Charity hasn't told her family about him. Ryan also becomes acquainted with Ross and the pair get on like a house on fire. Elsewhere, Matty makes amends and the reality of having a heart transplant begins to hit Sarah.
Charity promises Ryan she'll tell her family about him tomorrow although she later backtracks when she sees what a state Debbie is in over Sarah. Also, Jessie admits her feelings for Marlon.
As the Dingles celebrate Lachlan's eighteenth birthday, Robert uncovers evidence that proves Rebecca isn't in Ibiza. Also, Ryan learns Charity can't tell her family about him like she promised and Aaron tells Liv he's thinking of proposing to Robert.
The villagers grow concerned for Rebecca's safety, oblivious that Lachlan is keeping her hostage in a building in the middle of nowhere. Elsewhere, Robert asks for Chas and Paddy's blessing to propose to Aaron at the same time that Aaron makes plans to propose to Robert.
Lachlan admits to hostage Rebecca that he caused the crash that killed Chrissie and Lawrence and also murdered Gerry too. Elsewhere, April schools Jessie and Aaron and Robert disagree.
Aaron and Robert get engaged after some meddling from Chas and Liv. Elsewhere, Sam admits to Lydia that he helped his late wife Alice die. Also, Rebecca tries to bargain with Lachlan.
On the anniversary of his heavily pregnant wife's death, Graham breaks his seven years of sobriety which results in him having visions and flashbacks and culminates in him attacking Joe. Elsewhere, Samson learns Sam helped his mum die whilst a suspicious mole is found on Lydia's ankle
Graham attempts to put things right with Joe and decides to check himself into a clinic. Elsewhere, Lydia gets the mole on her ankle checked out whilst Ross vows to turn around the garage's fortunes.
As Lydia faces an anxious wait for her biopsy test results, she decides to leave Sam to spare him. Elsewhere, Ross prepares to sell Lawrence's cars but the police soon come calling. Also, Bob realises the café is struggling.
After seeing off the police, Ross sells Lawrence's cars, accepting cocaine as part payment. Elsewhere, Paddy admits he cannot give up work and Priya accepts Joe's job offer whilst Bob quits his job.
Chas and Paddy ask Marlon and Liv to be Baby Margarita's godparents. Later, it hits home for Chas that she doesn't have long left with her unborn daughter following a scare during a prenatal appointment. Elsewhere, Samson encourages Sam to fight for Lydia whilst Bob lands a job interview with his former employer Naughty Nylons.
Bob has a disastrous job interview with Naughty Nylons. His day goes from bad to worse when he overhears Laurel and Nicola talking. Elsewhere, Chas and Paddy agree on organ donation and also announce they've decide to name their daughter Grace. Also, Rishi and Jai go on another double date.
Amelia tracks down Beth but is left devastated when Beth tells her she was using her to get back at Daz. Elsewhere, when the Kings and the Hope/Thomases go camping on the Cricket Pitch, their children go for a wander in the woods and hear scary noises. Also, Jai tells Manpreet that Rishi likes her.
After yesterday, the Spencers hope Amelia will start to see Beth for what she is. Instead, Beth turns up in the village and Amelia starts making plans for them to run away together. Also, Matty gets a job in the shop whilst the children decide to venture back into the woods.
Rebecca manages to break free of her chains and hits Lachlan over the head with a frying pan. Elsewhere, Angelica, April, Arthur, Cathy and Heath go ghost hunting in the woods whilst at the hospital, Sarah's friend Dom collapses
Lachlan goes after Rebecca and falls down an embankment. However, as he comes round, Rebecca trips and knocks herself out. Meanwhile, Harriet tries to help Beth with her problems at home, and Matty tries to set up David and Victoria after getting the wrong end of the stick.
A heart is found for Sarah but at the last minute the transplant is called off. Also, Lachlan tries to make it look like Rebecca is staying in Wales for good whilst Megan fails to win back Frank.
Zak is heartbroken when Monty returns to his cruel owner although Lydia soon comes up with a plan to rescue the dog. Elsewhere, Sarah overhears Faith talking about the risks of the transplant and decides she doesn't want to go ahead with the procedure. Also, Frank and Megan reunite
The Dingles are unable to make Sarah change her mind about the transplant so Faith takes matters into her own hands. Also, Lydia, Sam and Zak uncover a puppy farm whilst Jacob is upset to learn about David and Maya's relationship.
Faith resolves to undo the damage she's caused so she takes Sarah to one of her old haunts to make her see life is worth living. It works and Sarah agrees to have the transplant.
Frank picks up his new car although disaster soon strikes. Ross throws a party. Also, Chas and Paddy speak to a woman who has been in a similar situation to them.
As Ross' drug use begins to spiral out of control, he pushes away those who care about him. Victoria is jealous when Matty leaves the party with another woman. Also, Frank threatens to shop Cain and Ross to the police.
Beth is sentenced to eight months in a young offender's institute. Later, Dan admits to Daz that the Beth/Amelia situation has left him in financial ruin. Also, Cain orders Ross to become a silent partner at the garage. Plus, Matty goes on a date.
Daz resorts to desperate measures to help Dan out of his financial hole by stealing money from the factory. Subsequently, the police are called and Daz is arrested. Also, Leo is indifferent when Pete moves into Smithy Cottage. Plus, Belle and Lachlan decide to move out.
Victoria accidentally outs Matty as transgender to Abby. Subsequently, Abby ends her relationship with Matty. Elsewhere, things go from bad to worse for Daz when Brenda sacks him. Also, Pete attempts to bond with Leo whilst Leanne vows to get revenge on Maya.
As Leanna launches her vendetta against Maya, Jacob lets slip to Maya about them joyriding. Elsewhere, Lachlan comes across Rebecca's message carved into the cabin wall and attempts to scratch it away. Later, Priya comes across the partially scratched out message. Also, Victoria and Matty make up.
Lachlan sets fire to the cabin to destroy Rebecca's incriminating carving. Elsewhere, Lydia receives the all clear but later comes face-to-face with someone from her past. Also, Nicola decides to throw Misty out of Victoria Cottage.
After Lydia opens up to Sam, Sam suggests they set a date for their wedding but Lydia is happy the way things are. Elsewhere, in the aftermath of the cabin fire, Priya is becoming increasingly suspicions of Lachlan. Also, the police uncover blood...
Priya sends the police in Lachlan's direction. Later, Lachlan warns Priya she better hope she's wrong about the writing in the cabin. Elsewhere, Misty dumps Rodney after Nicola and Bernice lie he only has a few months left of a normal life. Also, Rhona receives her decree absolute.
Rodney is furious to learn Misty left after meddling from Nicola and Bernice. Later, Rodney collapses. Elsewhere, Charity introduces Ryan to Moses whilst Tracy suspects Pete is cheating on Rhona. Also, Robert agrees to keep an eye on Lachlan.
Tracy and Vanessa's meddling causes ructions in Rhona and Pete's relationship. Elsewhere, Rodney is devastated to learn Misty has already moved on whilst Noah is upset when Charity lets him down.
As Charity prepares to tell Debbie and Noah about Ryan, she receives a call from a panicked Irene. Elsewhere, Eric is horrified when Faith invites Rodney to stay . Also, Pete and Rhona look to the future.
Charity spends the day trying to make things up with Noah. When she returns to the pub, she finds a drunken Ryan surrounded by Dingles so is forced to reveal that Ryan is her son. Elsewhere, Rishi's date with Manpreet is interrupted by Manpreet's ex. Also, Daz faces court.
As the Dingles come to terms with Charity's shock revelation, Noah learns about his new brother after overhearing Debbie talking to Ryan. In shock, he makes Charity chose between two of her sons.
Joe proposes to Debbie. Debbie can't believe Joe's timing and rejects him. Elsewhere, Ryan is introduced to the rest of the Dingles whilst Manpreet and Rishi decide to give their relationship a go. Also, a murder investigation is launched.
It's wrong place, wrong time for Sam when he catches Lachlan burying Paul Tozer's body. With the net closing in on him, Lachlan decides to flee but before he can, Belle confronts him about his blood covered jacket...
Belle discovers Sam is still alive and pleads with Lachlan to get him an ambulance. When Robert knocks at the door, Belle screams for helps so Lachlan arms himself with a loaded shotgun and goes out to investigate who's there. Elsewhere, Victoria bores her date Ellis by talking about Adam.
Armed with a shot gun, Lachlan searches outside Wishing Well Cottage for the person who knocked at the door. A terrified Robert hides in the barn. Lachlan figures that whoever knocked at the door is hiding in the barn. He's about to go into the barn when he hears a banging noise. After establishing the noise was one of the Dingle pigs, Lachlan heads into the barn but there's no one there. At the pub, Matty orders Ellis to leave, and when he doesn't,
A petrified Belle makes a desperate escape - will Lachlan catch her before she gets away? Meanwhile, DS Sanders and DI Cox worry they may have another victim on their hands. Also, Debbie announces her engagement and Jessie reunites with her son.
Belle makes her escape but is run over by Robert. Lachlan finds her and stays with her, and the police finally catch up with him. However, at the station, Lachlan continues to get his way by telling DI Cox to abide by his demands or else they won't find Rebecca. Meanwhile, Victoria is embarrassed when she misinterprets Matty's words.
Lachlan plays games with DI Cox and DS Sanders, whilst Belle and Lydia blame themselves over what's happened. Meanwhile, Noah is still cautious of Charity being around Ryan. Also, Victoria is surprised to learn that Ellis is Jessie's son.
Belle continues to try to get Lachlan to reveal Rebecca's whereabouts. Later, it's revealed Rebecca is still alive and under the care of a nurse employed by Lachlan. Also Ryan tries to persuade Bails to plead guilty but ends up in a cell.
Charity is on edge ahead of court. Things are made worse when a barrel burst over her and Debbie informs her she can't come to court. In a hospital like room, Rebecca utters "Seb" as she wakes up. The nurse orders Rebecca to go back to sleep, telling her she'll see her son when she's better. Rebecca protests she's been doing well and tries to get the nurse to hear her out.
As everyone nervously waits for the verdict, Charity has a run in with Chloe Bails which leads her to have a talk with Cain who tells she has a lot to be proud of. Later, Bails is found guilty of rape and two other charges and is subsequently sentenced to thirty years imprisonment. Elsewhere, Robert refuses to give up on Rebecca.
Lachlan sets Belle up then tells the police he and Belle committed the murders together. Elsewhere, Robert collapses and suffers a fit whilst Charity struggles in the aftermath of Bails' conviction.
DI Cox questions if Lachlan understands the allegations he's making. Lachlan insists it's the truth although DI Cox and DS Sanders aren't convinced. Lachlan tells them he and Belle wanted to be together whatever it took and that's why Belle helped him try to escape before. DI Cox asks Lachlan about Rebecca.
As Ross' drug use continues to spiral out of control, he sets fire to his jacket. Also, the nurse keeping Rebecca captive realises Rebecca is telling the truth about Lachlan. Elsewhere, Joe and Graham clash over the prenup.
Robert manages to get Lachlan to reveal where Rebecca is being kept. Robert rushes straight there but Rebecca is gone and all that's left is some knocked over furniture and a bloody towel...
As Rebecca's friends face up to thought that she's dead, the woman herself appears in the Cemetery very much alive. Elsewhere, Marlon learns Jessie's son Billy is in prison whilst Joe forges Debbie's signature on the prenup.
Ellis reels from the news that his brother Billy is up for parole. Elsewhere, Rebecca struggles in the aftermath of her ordeal at the hands of Lachlan.
Following his party last night, a worse for wear Ross wakes up on the sofa of Dale View to the sound of his phone ringing. He answers the call and assures Gaz he'll get him his money. Marlon finds Ellis in the café and informs him Jessie was really upset last night. He tries to persuade Ellis to make up with Jessie but he refuses.
Moses toddles across the bridge alone as an unconscious Ross lays on the Cricket Pitch. At the school, Tara is fumy following her altercation with Moira. Moira tells Tara she got what was coming whilst Ellis makes a comment about parental loyalty directed towards Jessie. In the village, Robert and Diane search for Rebecca.
Cain hopes now that Moira has slept on it, she's realised telling Matty the truth about Emma's death isn't a good idea. Moira hasn't. Cain comments if she carries on like this, she'll end up getting banged up. Before Matty heads off to work, he suggests he and Moira talk again later.
Chas is fed up of Charity's drinking and reckless behaviour so decides to do something about it. Daz finds a note from Bernice saying she's off to a spa. He wonders why she didn't mention it to him. In the café, Ryan encourages Ross to go and see Rebecca. At the same time, Rishi and Manpreet arrange to spend the afternoon together - Rishi even offers to cook. Jai doesn't think much of his father's culinary ability so jokingly advises Manpreet to grab a sandwich now.
Following another night of heavy drinking, Charity wakes up in a wheat field with a combine harvester heading straight for her. The machine stops just in time. Meanwhile, a worried Vanessa calls by Wishing Well Cottage and reports Charity didn't go home last night.
Charity and Vanessa drive to the address Zak gave. Charity thinks it must be wrong as her father wouldn't live in a place as nice as this. Suddenly, Charity's dad taps on the car window which makes Charity and Vanessa jump.
Victoria ignores Matty's calls. At the Mill, Robert quizzes Victoria about her date with Ellis but she doesn't reveal much. Chas appears looking for some help with putting together the table decorations for the wedding. Zak bumps into Charity in the pub car park and inquires how things went with Obadiah yesterday.
Moira explains to a stunned Victoria and Matty what actually happened on the day of Emma's death. Victoria can't believe Moira let Adam throw his life away for her although Moira states by the time she'd realised what Adam was doing, it was too late. Victoria labels Moira "the devil" before storming out.
Aaron is having second thoughts about the stag-do after yesterday but Robert believes it'll be a welcome distraction. As the husbands-to-be kiss, Victoria bursts in demanding answers about Adam. Meanwhile, at the farm, Matty can barely stand to look at Moira. Moira apologises for ruining things between Matty and Victoria although Matty knows she's not. Victoria can't believe Aaron let her believe Adam was a murderer.
Chas gives birth to Baby Grace with Paddy by her side. Paddy imagines what his daughter would've been like if she were to survive before Grace passes away in Chas' arms.
As Chas and Paddy begin to grieve for Grace, their daughter's death touches everyone in the village. Also, Graham issues Joe an ultimatum whilst David asks Maya to move into Farrers Barn.
David gets a shock when he finds Leyla in his house wearing only a dressing gown. Elsewhere, Connor comes looking for Graham. Also, Finn's friends and family remember him on the first anniversary of his death.
Joe realises he's made a mistake by setting up Graham but is it too late for him to stop it? Elsewhere, Chas buries her grief in wedding preparations.
Joe is thrown into turmoil over his actions and is later confronted by Graham. Elsewhere, Bernice and Dr Cavanagh give into temptation.
Aaron and Robert legally marry in front of their family and friends. After the newlyweds drive off on their honeymoon, Chas' grief finally hits her. Also, Ross and Rebecca's relationship goes from strength to strength.
Kim Tate is back and determined to get her hands on Home Farm whatever it takes. Also, Joe suggests he and Debbie get married today in the hospital chapel.
Ross watches Home Farm from the bushes. Before Joe heads home to get changed for the wedding, he promises Sarah he'll never let her down and will always be there for her. Noah returns to the pub to get ready for the masquerade ball although Charity refuses to attend. At Dale View, Moira hands Dawn a glass of orange juice and asks her who she is. A drugged up Dawn states she needs to speak to Ross as she did something stupid yesterday.
Debbie and Sarah wait nervously in the hospital chapel but there's still no sign of Joe. Cain turns up and tells his daughter she looks beautiful. Ross chases Simon through the woods. Simon is armed with the hammer but Ross kicks him to the ground and takes the hammer from him. Ross stands over Simon with the hammer in hand and tells him he's thought about killing him every day since the acid attack. As Ross takes a swing, Moira grabs the hammer from his hand and begs him to think about what he's doing. Ross kicks Simon into the river.
Three people injured. Will any of them survive?
olice cars race to Home Farm. Joe lays unconscious with blood dripping from his nose. Graham checks for a pulse but can't find one. He tells Cain that Joe is dead although Cain thinks it's a sick joke. Meanwhile, in the house, Dr Jutla tends to an unconscious yet alive Kim. Vanessa rushes to help. Just as Eric suggests Kim was pushed, Charity comes downstairs with Noah following not far behind. Faith appears. At the lakeside, an unconscious Ross is taken into an ambulance on a stretcher.
Debbie is arrested for her role in the acid attack whilst Kim is sent back to prison for a parole violation. Elsewhere, Charity learns it was Faith who pushed Kim.
Sarah heads off into theatre for her heart transplant. Elsewhere, Paddy and Chas start to plan Grace's funeral. Also, Graham tells Noah that Joe won't be coming back.
As Sarah recovers from her heart transplant, her monitors start going off and doctors rush in. Will she pull through? Elsewhere, Cain struggles to cope with his guilt. Plus, Graham gives Noah Joe's cufflinks.
Struggling to cope with his guilt, Cain leaves to clear his head. Elsewhere, Jacob and Noah fight. Also, Sarah comes around.
It becomes clear private investigator Glen is scamming Victoria, but will Aaron, Robert and Marry be able to get to her in time? Elsewhere, Maya decides to move into Farrers Barn after talking to Leyla whilst Rhona realises Leo is being bullied.
Maya moves into Farrers Barn, but is Jacob developing inappropriate feeling for his history teacher? Elsewhere, Victoria is devastated to learn Adam has moved on whilst a fed up Diane tries to meddle in Bernice and Daz's relationship.
Rhona loses it with April after wrongly concluding April is bullying Leo. Elsewhere, Bernice decides to end things with Daz tomorrow whilst Moira worries about why Cain left.
Bernice tries to break up with Daz again but can't. Later, Kerry and Jimmy realise Bernice is having an affair with Liam. After learning Leo is being picked on, Rhona and Marlon debate their son's future schooling.
A woman hides when she spots Leyla leaving Tug Ghyll. Leyla heads to the shop and takes Jacob out on a shopping spree. In the backroom, an emotional Chas takes a call from the undertakers explaining there's been a mix up with the flowers for Grace's funeral. Chas wants everything to be perfect so Paddy vows to sort it. Pete has been helping Rhona research specialist schools but Rhona is still unsure about taking Leo out of mainstream education.
LLeyla's fiancé Clive turns up in Emmerdale. Later Frank because reacquainted with Clive - his old cell mate. Elsewhere, a heartbroken Daz vows to kill whoever Bernice is seeing.
Chas and Paddy struggle to cope on the day of baby Grace's funeral. Elsewhere, Rebecca and Ross celebrate Rebecca's birthday but things take a turn when Rebecca receives a card from Lachlan.
Baby Grace's funeral takes place. Afterward, Marlon finds Paddy at Grace's grave where Paddy admits he feels nothing. Elsewhere, Lydia opens up to Sam about her miscarriages whilst Ross informs Rebecca he's been offered a job in Liverpool and asks her to come with him.
Ross and Rebecca decide to have fresh start away from Emmerdale. Elsewhere, Debbie vows to find Joe whilst Moira is frustrated that Cain refuses to tell her why he disappeared. Also,Chas and Paddy struggle to return to normality.
Cain tries to persuade Debbie to go on the run. Later, he admits to Moira that he killed Joe. Elsewhere, Paddy struggles with his grief whilst Ross and Rebecca make plans.
Moira confronts Graham about Joe's death. At the same time, Matty helps Cain get his head straight. Elsewhere, Charity and Robert are stunned to learn of Ross and Rebecca's plans to move to Liverpool and refuse to let them take Moses and Seb.
Ross and Charity, and Rebecca, Robert and Aaron continue to argue about Moses and Seb's living arrangements. Elsewhere, Frank informs Leyla that her fiancé Clive is a conman.
Aaron tries to persuade Rebecca against moving away and taking Seb. It appears to have worked as later, Rebecca tells Ross she can't go to Liverpool. Elsewhere, Daz catches Bernice and Liam together whilst Bob struggles to find a job.
After Charity learns about Ross' drug use, he agrees to let her keep Moses and decides to go to Liverpool without Rebecca. Elsewhere, Leyla and Clive make up whilst Gabby and Leanna learn about Bernice and Liam's relationship.
As Ross says goodbye to his loved ones, Robert decides to let Seb leave with Rebecca. Later, Ross, Rebecca, and Seb depart for their new life in Liverpool. Elsewhere, Laurel confides Harriet about her relationship woes.
Aaron is upset that Robert let Seb go to Liverpool. Later, when Robert brings Seb over, Liv suggests to Aaron that they don't give him back. Elsewhere, Laurel decides to get away for a while whilst Jessie gets bad news about Billy.
Aaron fails to drop Seb back in Liverpool which results in Rebecca involving her solicitor. Elsewhere, Paddy struggles to cope when a cat dies after he operates on it.
Ellis and Jessie's relationship gets back on track thanks to April. Elsewhere, Aaron stuns Robert by suggesting they have a child of their own whilst Paddy continues to struggle to cope with Grace's death.
Bob ropes Jimmy, Rishi and Pete into filling in for the Uptown Hunks. During the performance, Laurel dumps Bob. Elsewhere, Chas and Paddy continue to deal with Grace's death separately whilst Robert puts the kibosh on Aaron's surrogacy plans.
Laurel makes it clear to Bob that they're over. Later, she wonders why it took her so long to see it was Ashley that she wanted. Elsewhere, Debbie gets a date for her trial. Plus, Aaron clears the air with Rebecca.
Debbie receives a text from Joe, but when she calls him back later, Priya answers. Elsewhere, Brenda offers Bob a place to stay whilst Rishi goes viral.
Graham spirals out of control after a confrontation with Cain. Meanwhile, Rishi discovers he's been taken as a joke on the internet whilst Bob realises where he's not wanted.
Graham spirals out of control, but will Moira and Cain's attempts to help him make things worse? Meanwhile, Victoria has a date, and Ellis mistakenly believes it's him. Also, Manpreet manages to get through to Rishi.
Victoria has a disastrous date but Robert rides to her rescue. Debbie fears she's pregnant with Joe's baby. Meanwhile, Rishi goes behind Manpreet's back and books a holiday but it brings them closer together.
Maya is stunned when she discovers how much Jacob really likes her, whilst Matty finds himself comforting a very upset Victoria. Meanwhile, Debbie is relieved to learn she isn't pregnant and begins putting Joe behind her.
Clive brings Frank back into the conning world, whilst Maya has a talk with Jacob. Jimmy begins trying to reconcile Rodney and Nicola and Victoria decides to try again with Ellis.
Leyla discovers Clive and Frank's con, whilst Nicola and Rodney make up. Also, Jacob tries to make Maya jealous.
Leyla decides to join Clive and Frank in on their con, whilst Robert realises he wants a family with Aaron. Also, Chas opens up to Lydia.
Leyla saves the day when the con almost becomes a flop, whilst Nicola throws Robert under the bus to earn Graham's trust.
A grieving Chas loses it with Paddy and tells her partner she hates him. Rhona is startled to find Dawn at Dale View and Tracy is annoyed that Rodney changed her pizza order.
Eric confides in Chas about his stillborn son and how it tore his first marriage apart. Later, Chas breaks up with Paddy. Rhona takes pity on Dawn and allows her to stay at Smithy Cottage for a night much to Pete's ire.
Rhona arranges for homeless Dawn to stay at Dale View for a few days. Grief finally hits Paddy and he decides to get away for a few days. Brenda agrees to host another pizza night.
The con goes wrong and Leyla is upset when Clive goes missing with Megan's car. Meanwhile, Jessie struggles to get over her late husband whilst Gabby and Leanna are unimpressed over having to go on holiday together.
Jessie says her last goodbyes to her husband. Leyla tricks Clive and leaves him stranded.
Gabby is infuriated when Leanna deceitfully splits up Bernice and Liam and vows to get revenge. Meanwhile, Megan tells Frank they're over for good.
A drunken Graham tells Debbie and Noah that they'll get answers about Joe's disappearance at the farm. Elsewhere, Liam finally realises Leanna for what she is. Plus, Charity paints Moses and Johnny's faces with acrylic paint.
Moira confronts Graham. Also, Liam dons a dress to win back Bernice. Elsewhere, Vanessa sees the funny side of Charity's parenting disasters.
Cain is devastated to learn Joe was returning for Debbie when he killed him and later confronts Graham. Elsewhere, Charity and Vanessa decide to move in together whilst Noah steals a bottle of vodka to impress Leanna.
Maya realises Jacob pretended to be in a relationship with Liv to make her jealous then kisses him. Elsewhere, Cain considers telling Debbie the truth about Joe.
Bob tries to kiss Brenda but she rejects him. Elsewhere, Maya tries to persuade Jacob to keep schtum about what happened between them then she later breaks up with David.
Brenda makes it clear to Bob that they won't be getting back together and also tells Doug she isn't ready for a relationship. Later, Doug punches Bob in the pub. Also, Leanna and Noah's pranks continue whilst Maya and David reunite.
Leanna, Noah and a reluctant Amelia go joyriding in Daz's car. At the same time, Daz gets stranded in the middle of nowhere after a mix up with his new boss. Elsewhere, Doug and Brenda kiss.
Leanna, Noah and Amelia abandon the crashed car in the middle of a field where a drunken Daz later finds it. Whilst Daz is driving home, he runs over Graham. Also. Chas and Paddy unite in their grief.
After talking with Ryan, Noah confesses to PC Swirling that he, Leanna and Amelia went joyriding in the car involved in the hit-and-run. Elsewhere Daz loses his job and is hit with a big bill. Also, Jessie nags Ellis about his future.
Graham tries to get himself off the alcohol with help from Megan, and makes it up with Noah. Daz plans to flee the village, whilst Marlon's interference gets Ellis thinking.
Fearful of his involvement with the hit-and-run coming to light, Daz books himself a one-way ticket to Germany and attempts to go to Hotten Airport. However, his plan collapses when he sees Kerry collapsed by the roadside and goes to help her, missing his bus and flight in the process. Elsewhere, Pete and Rhona find out that Dawn's plans have fallen through and she has spent the night in the garden shed.
Charity is furious to discover Noah is being suspended from school and she is being fined. She punches Marlon when he gives her some home truths about her mothering skills. Meanwhile, Dawn blackmails Pete to stay at Smithy Cottage.
Rhona confronts Dawn about coming onto Pete but ends up with a black eye for her troubles. Later, it becomes apparent Dawn has history with Harriet. Elsewhere, Jessie asks for April's permission to marry Marlon whilst Jimmy learns what Nicola and Robert are up to.
Dawn is stunned to learn Harriet was an undercover police officer and blames the vicar for the way she's turned out. Elsewhere, April gives Jessie permission to marry Marlon whilst Debbie savours all the time she has with Sarah.
Realising Nicola is embezzling money from Home Farm, Graham gets her to serve Bernice with an eviction notice. Elsewhere, Harriet tries to reach out and help Dawn whilst things aren't looking good for Debbie.
Debbie and Sarah worry about Debbie's upcoming trial, but all are relieved when she's found not guilty. Meanwhile, Sarah and Faith decide to get revenge on Joe and Graham, whilst Bernice and Diane refuse to forgive Nicola.
Graham calls a truce with Sarah, but Cain gives him a final warning about leaving his family alone. Meanwhile, Jacob enjoys a night in with David and Maya.
Maya snaps at Jacob when their secret nearly comes out, whilst Amelia gets upset that nobody believes her over the accident.
After learning Daz ran over Graham, Amelia heads to the police station to confess to the crime. Elsewhere, Jacob's behaviour continues to worry his loved ones whilst Jessie enlists Lydia to help with the wedding preparation
Faith and Eric concoct a plan to get rid of Rodney and it works. Elsewhere, Dan and Kerry throw Daz out but Amelia manages to persuade them to let him stay.
Jacob tries to kiss Liv but she rejects him. Later, he loses his virginity to Gabby. Elsewhere, Kerry decides to leave as she can't stand being around Daz. Also, the wedding preparation continues.
Rodney apologises to Eric. Eric gives Bob the bill for his room at The Grange. Jacob is cold towards Maya. Bob prepares to ask Rodney to borrow money but he is interrupted by the arrival of Brenda and the twins. Everyone keeps mistaking Bob's elf costume for a leprechaun. Bernice and Nicola row in the cafe and Bernice refuses to call a truce. Marlon has prepared the buffet for the wedding.
Belle opens a birthday card. April is over the moon to find her stocking full of presents. Jessie worries about where Marlon is. Jimmy plays with the kids and their presents. Cathy stares out the window. Robert and Aaron exchange presents and find they've gotten each other ugly sweaters.
Billy's entrance causes trouble and leaves Aaron reeling. Later, Billy is left injured and bleeding. Also, Wishing Well Cottage is ransacked. Plus, Jacob is crushed by Maya's deceleration.
Robert confesses to beating up Billy and is subsequently arrested. Elsewhere, Liam enlists Nicola's help to buy Bernice a birthday present.
Bernice is horrified when a stripper reveals to Liam that she's fifty. Elsewhere, Billy drops the charges against Robert. Plus, Harriet tries to track down Dawn.
David helps Leyla and Tracy unload all their pizza boxes. Victoria tells Matty that she is coming to the New Years party at the cafe with him. Matty tells Moira that he's been sacked by Charity. Jessie wants Billy and Ellis to spend time together; Billy is keen but Ellis is not. Vanessa, Bob, Marlon, Lydia and Sam are helping set up The Woolpack for Ryan's birthday party.
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Declan is itching to get back to work and Katie encourages him. However, Megan fears that Declan has got his priorities wrong and struggles to convince him to spend time with Katie. Robbie wants to know what Megan is going to do about getting the money back from Declan, but she is unsure whether she should be playing those kinds of games with her brother.
Charity knows something is up with Jai as he cancels a lunch date and is increasingly more distracted. Rishi fears that Jai is not doing a good job of hiding his worries. At the same time, over at the hospital, Rachel is terrified for Archie when the doctor tells her that the newborn has developed an infection but adds that they've caught it early.
Cameron is floored when a relative of Alex arrives in the village looking for them. The family member vows not to rest until they discover what really happened. Meanwhile, Jai feels the pressure when Charity sees that his phone is ringing and answers it. I
Jai demands to know more about Rishi's visit, but Rachel slams the door in his face and tells him to stay away. He then struggles to contain his anger at the factory as everything winds him up. Soon afterwards, Jai lays into his dad about going to see Rachel, and Charity walks in to find him with Rishi pinned against the wall.
Charity begins asking questions, determined to find out what Jai is holding back. She quizzes Gennie about whether she thinks Jai has been acting strangely. When Rishi is asked, he assures Charity that it's the baby issue, but Charity determinedly follows up her enquiries by asking Dan and Ali.
Jai returns to work and makes an uneasy truce with Nikhil, but soon finds himself clashing with Dan, who takes a stand and walks out. Nikhil is fuming and as he points out all the mistakes that Jai has made, Jai storms out furious. In the café, Rachel is concerned as she sees things aren't good between Jai and Charity.
Noah sulks over wanting to see Jai, leaving Charity torn over what to do. Soon afterwards, Rishi tries to talk to Charity, who is losing patience with Jai. Rishi encourages her to give Jai another chance, but she's at the end of her tether and thinks she should just give up like Jai has.
At Holdgate Farm, Rishi is shocked to hear that Charity has left Jai and insists that he can't let her go without a fight. Over at Pear Tree Cottage, Charity is wound up when she discovers that Jimmy has asked Chas to the family meal, and she tries to hide her frustration when Jimmy says that she has a cold heart.
Chas is unnerved when Jimmy calls her to the graveyard to see that all of the flowers from the other graves have been piled on top of Carl's grave. Chas is unaware that she's being watched. Back at the pub, Chas is terrified when she opens her mail to find a photo of herself with her eyes scratched out and blames a baffled Bernice. Ashley, Bernice and Jimmy are all concerned and try to help Chas, who is clearly struggling to hold it together despite her brave front.
As a shaken Chas sits alone, her mobile rings and she kills the call. At the same time, Nicola is sceptical over Chas's story of having a mystery stalker and tells Jimmy not to make it his fight. Later, Bernice is telling Chas to sort this out when they hear Gabby screaming and hurry through to the back.
There is still tension between Declan and Katie as she declines his offer of going out for the day. Declan smarts and Robbie enjoys the animosity. Soon afterwards, Megan covers as she looks at figures on Declan's computer. She is irked when Robbie questions if she's having second thoughts and his paranoia is still apparent.
Robbie tells Megan that he saw Katie and Andy together and suspects something is going on between them. Megan asks Robbie not to tell Declan. However, Declan is shocked when Robbie lands Katie in it by telling him that she was with Andy rather than Chas yesterday.
Declan tries to make it up to Katie with a slap-up breakfast, and Katie can't help but smile when he vows to make her happy no matter what. At the same time, Megan is uncomfortable when Robbie finds out that the hotel deal has been signed off.
Alicia and David prepare to tell people they're not together anymore. However, David is put out when Alicia milks it for sympathy. As word spreads, David realises that it's not quite going according to plan. David wants Priya to keep things quiet about them for a couple more weeks because of Jacob, but Jacob later spots them kissing and runs off crying.
David is gutted that Jacob is ignoring him. He doesn't see why Alicia and Jacob need to move out, but Alicia is adamant. David is further frustrated when Priya explains that it's making her feel like she's the one in the wrong. Priya insists that she is with David because she cares, not to get one over on Alicia.
Charity thinks Debbie's plan to manipulate Dom is risky. She agrees to get involved, but insists that they need to get Cain on board. Cain believes Debbie is way out of her league with her plan, but she insists that she's going ahead with or without his help.
Cain is worried as the gravity of what they're about to do dawns on him and Charity, but she tells him they'll just have to make sure they don't mess up. Soon afterwards, parked up outside the courier's office, they get the signal to proceed with the plan and Charity makes a phone call as they sit and wait to see the action unfold.
It's early morning, and Debbie pockets Dom's keys before he comes downstairs. Cain is not impressed that Dom has stayed, and Debbie feels disgusted at what she's done. She confides in Charity about her plan to get into Dom's office and take the client list. Charity thinks it's too risky as the police will be sniffing around, but volunteers to go herself.
Cain warns Debbie how serious things are, explaining that she could end up inside. He is furious at what his daughter has become and is unimpressed that she seems determined to sort the mess out herself. Debbie then visits Lisa, wanting her to speak to Dom on her behalf. She hopes Lisa will ask Dom to back off, believing that she owes her one after everything with Chas.
Ali probes Rachel about Sam staying over, but she insists he is just a mate. Jai is close to boiling point over the situation and tells Rishi that Archie is going to grow up thinking Sam is his dad. Later, Jai approaches Rachel and asks her about her relationship with Sam.
Jai panics when Rachel asks what he has to say. He apologises before walking out of the pub. Soon afterwards, Charity is angry with Jai for the scene he has just caused. She makes it clear that it's not okay for him to keep behaving this way. When Jai tells Rishi about what happened in the pub, Rishi suggests that he should go to France for the business meeting instead of Nikhil, to give him some time away to think.
Priya is torn over what to do about the job, feeling guilty about Alicia. She feels wretched as Alicia ups her game to Nicola, asking when she'll find out about the job. Priya decides that she can't take the job and is saddened as she tells Megan that she can't because of family commitments, adding that Alicia would be perfect for it. Alicia is then delighted when Megan offers her the job.
Alicia is nervous as it's her first day working at Home Farm, but she is glad to have Megan on side with sarcastic Nicola around. At the same time, David is worried about telling Alicia about his engagement, but Priya is excited, explaining that her dad will pay for their wedding. At the factory, Priya and David announce their news to the Sharmas, but David is overwhelmed as Georgia points out that he has yet to tell Alicia.
Debbie sees Belle putting on make-up at the bus stop and is concerned about her relationship with Luke. Soon afterwards, Belle is embarrassed as a suggestive Luke pushes to be alone with her. She agrees they can go back to hers and they leave.
Bernice is blunt as she tells Chas that it's time to get the message - Cameron is not coming back. Fully aware this could be the truth, Chas prepares herself to face the future alone. Soon afterwards, Chas is distraught to hear that none of the family will attend Molly's christening because of her.
Chas decides that she has to sort things with Thomas, thinking it was him who threw the stone. However, Steve suggests that he should have a word, as Thomas won't give him any lip. Steve confronts Thomas, but Sean soon owns up when he sees that Steve is about to call the police. Chas is shocked to learn that it was Sean who smashed the window, not Thomas.
Cameron insists to Chas that he just needed to spend time with his kids and he would never lie to her. She pleads with him to take her away, but he explains that she can't leave just because of a bunch of hypocrites. However, a desperate Chas is at the end of her tether. Downing a double vodka, she tells Bernice that she has won and is welcome to the pub.
Chas explains to Cameron that his rash proposal won't make things right, pointing out that she hadn't even thought he was coming back. However, after some deliberation, Chas agrees to marry him and Cain drives past just as they are kissing. Soon afterwards, Moira puts her foot in it and tells Cain about Chas and Cameron's engagement.
Debbie is still angry with Cain for beating up Cameron, while Zak warns Cain that he won't stand by and watch Debbie get hurt. Zak pleads with Moira to help him get through to Cain, finally making the heartbreaking admission to her that it was him who attacked Cain last winter. Moira is shocked and confronts Cain over it.
Katie is still conflicted over what to do about the christening, but is touched when Declan shows her the gift he has got for Molly. Soon afterwards in the café, Andy is worried for Katie, and Declan is angry that she has been talking to him. Katie explains to Declan and Megan that she can't face attending the christening - she feels terrible about it, but she doesn't want to be godmother if she can't have a child of her own.
Debbie is due to meet a client, but she is on edge. Cain makes a dig at her, but Debbie is sure her plan will work. Soon afterwards, Charity and Debbie meet Pete in the café. Charity takes a call, leaving Debbie alone with Pete. Debbie is slightly excited at the prospect when Pete asks how she would feel about some extra private work involving drugs.
Outside the village hall, Debbie discreetly tells Pete that she needs to make at least £20,000 in a month. Pete spots Gemma and recognises her as Dom's daughter, and it's clear that Gemma is very wary of him. Gemma and Thomas then warn Dom about seeing Pete. Concerned, Dom calls Charity to meet him at the garage. Cain agrees to sort it out and decides to go and confront Pete, while Dom agrees to accompany him as long as they do things his way.
Debbie tells Charity and Cain that they've made things worse. She is then shocked and angry when Sarah gets flowers delivered by courier from Pete. Debbie leaves him a harsh message telling him to meet her, before heading to sort things with Pete once and for all. Soon afterwards in The Woolpack, Cain is riled to hear about the flowers and that Debbie has gone to meet Pete.
Declan can't get hold of Katie and is unsure of where she is. Soon afterwards, Andy visits Declan to collect some of Katie's things as she is staying with him. In the shop, Kerry complains to Megan about how much attention Katie is getting from Andy, gossiping about how close they are. Megan gets home and tells Declan to apologise to Katie, but is gobsmacked to hear that he thinks their marriage is over.
Gabby secretly sneaks half a bottle of vodka from the pub on the way to school. Soon afterwards, Chas works out that Gabby has taken money from the pub till and tells Laurel, Ashley, Bernice and Steve. They all bicker as Ashley takes a call from the school, saying that Gabby and her friends have been caught drinking.
Priya softens towards David when he gives her an engagement ring, but he is embarrassed when it's too big. Soon afterwards, David is cornered when Priya explains that Georgia has found a wedding venue but they must see it now. Up at Home Farm, Alicia discovers that her wedding appointment is actually with David and Priya. Nicola suggests that Alicia should show she is not beaten and prove she can do the job.
Priya thinks Alicia shouldn't be organising the wedding, and David covers his sadness over their impending divorce. When David sees that Jacob has lost Val's dog Cheryl, he feels shunned when the youngster won't let him help look for it.
Moira receives flowers from Holly and Hannah on the anniversary of John's death, as Adam disapproves about what she got up to last night. Chas apologises to Moira about Cain, but sees the damage he has caused. Later at the garage, Chas confronts Cain about upsetting Moira.
Lisa gives Belle a long list of chores to keep her out of trouble. However, Belle decides not to do them and meets up with Gemma, Thomas and Sean instead. Belle and Gemma are both keen when Thomas suggests going back to his, as there is nobody home. However, Lisa goes on the warpath when she gets home to discover that Belle has not done her chores. Belle answers her phone to her mum, and is embarrassed when she is told to leave.
When Moira has a fault on her car, she is apprehensive about having to see Cain. At the garage, Cain is wound up and doesn't know what to say to her. Later, Cain is hurt when Moira sends Zak about the car. Cain decides to drop off the car himself and Moira explains that she doesn't want a stupid fling - she wants more than that, so they're over.
Cain's in a bad mood as he hasn't received any messages from Moira. Over at the pub, Moira tells Chas about Cain admitting his feelings for her. Soon afterwards, Cain is encouraged when Chas suggests that Moira just needs time. However, Cain is also dismayed to realise that Debbie has seen him talking to Chas.
Charity and Debbie look forward to exploiting Declan over their contract. Charity then flirts with Declan at the café and it's clear there is chemistry between them. As they meet for lunch, they maintain eye contact as Declan tells Charity that he is considering his options. Charity enjoys the challenge of trying to secure the deal, clearly prepared to carry on playing the game.
Megan is concerned about Declan after seeing that Katie is staying with Gennie. However, she is exasperated as Declan refuses to talk about it. Charity starts to feel a hint of regret as Declan tells her that Katie has left, and she warns him not to tell Jai about their night together.
Edna is torn as she gets her father's medals out of the drawer, knowing she has little choice but to sell them. Edna goes to seek out Rodney over the sale, but Jimmy explains that he's away on a job. Desperate, Edna tries Pollard and he knows he has her over a barrel, so he offers just £150.
Edna remains unconscious on the floor with Tootsie whining at her side. The roofers work nosily into the afternoon, completely unaware of Edna's condition. In the end, Kev and Paul leave the site for an emergency job.
Jimmy has no choice but to tell Ashley about Edna's situation. Ashley worries about her and goes to visit, but Edna is unimpressed that people now know. Ashley says that she has to let them help her, but she is determined not to show her fear.
Bob is concerned about Brenda's moods and begins to wonder if he's the cause, as perhaps she is having second thoughts about them. Brenda admits that she has been a bit unwell recently but says it's her hormones, although it's clear she is worried. Bob reassures her, but Brenda explains that she doesn't want to visit the doctor, secretly worrying it could be something else.
In the café, everyone is shocked after Brenda's accident and Bob comforts her. Val calls for Brenda to be breathalysed, convinced that she is drunk or that Brenda tried to run her down deliberately. Suddenly, Brenda collapses. As she starts to shake, Bob is worried when Brenda calls out for Terry. Brenda remains confused as the paramedics arrive to take her.
Gennie is worried about Brenda and feels bad for not saying anything to her about what the doctor told them. Bob thinks Gennie should tell her mum, but Gennie is adamant they do things her way. Soon afterwards, Bob and Gennie arrive at the hospital and Brenda suddenly starts to cry. Brenda and Gennie are worried when a neurosurgeon comes to say the results are back. Brenda is told that she has a lesion and they need to perform a biopsy.
Brenda is still determined Bob shouldn't find out about her health problems. When Bob arrives at the hospital, Brenda lies that there is nothing to worry about, but Gennie is not happy over her dishonesty. Later, Gennie is worried when she enters Brenda's room to find that she - and all of her belongings - have gone. Back in the village, Nikhil is there when Brenda arrives back in a taxi, insisting that she doesn't need the biopsy.
Bob collects Brenda from the hospital, unaware of how serious things are. Gennie and Nikhil struggle to keep up the facade. At Victoria Cottage, Gennie worries because Georgia knows the truth, so she asks her to keep it quiet. In the café, Georgia tells Brenda that she knows what's going on.
Laurel tells Sandy that they owe him an apology, but he is still miffed at their accusations about him being senile. At the same time, Sean heads to the hide and is dismayed to see that it has burned to the ground. Soon afterwards, Sandy admits that he has been using Seth's hide as a getaway, and Sean has been accompanying him. However, Sandy is deflated when Sean arrives and confesses that the hide has burned down.
Brenda tries to put on a brave face as she heads to the hospital with Gennie for her results. The neurosurgeon tells Brenda that she has a brain tumour, but there are options for her. Brenda tries to take it all in as the neurosurgeon explains that they need to look at surgery soon. Gennie has no doubts that she should have the operation.
Bob is determined that things are over with him and Brenda, but Dan decides to play cupid. At home Brenda becomes tearful as she tells Gennie that she's scared of having the operation. Gennie asks Nikhil to help her mum make the right decision.
Katie is worried when she and Declan return from their holiday and discover that Steve has had to call Rhona about Wilson, her horse. However, Rhona is in pain when her back goes again and she's unable to do the Home Farm visit
Cain threatens to quit when Debbie tells him that he'll get a warning if he doesn't get her money from Moira. Overhearing, Robbie offers to sort it for her, but Debbie just mocks him. In The Woolpack, Robbie watches as Chas hands Moira cash for her meat order.
Rhona and Paddy argue when Paddy says that he thinks they should let Vanessa go as she only has a few weeks left anyway. Taking a different approach, Rhona heads to see her own solicitor. Soon afterwards, Vanessa feels terrible as Paddy explains that the solicitor made it clear they could lose everything if they stick to their guns.
Paddy is adamant that Vanessa should take the bullet, but Rhona disagrees. Vanessa is left concerned about the state of their marriage. At the vets, Rhona is shocked when Paddy says that he can't stay if Vanessa does.
Brenda apologises to Dan for last night and is grateful for his support as he offers her a lift to the homeopath later. In the café, Bob assumes that Brenda has a date with Dan when she asks for the afternoon off and tells him it's personal. He feels completely betrayed.
Bob is left despairing as Brenda won't talk to him, still insisting that she won't have the surgery. Rodney finds Brenda alone and upset, but she covers that she is just tired and Rodney suspects that working with Bob is the cause of her sadness. However, when Brenda does another disappearing act later, Gennie decides to tell Rodney the truth. Rodney is left reeling to hear that Brenda has a brain tumour.
Rishi is pleased that Charity wants to make a fresh start with Jai. However, Cameron is aware that there's something going on with Charity and Declan. He is curious to see Charity follow Declan outside. Charity tells Declan that she is not going to mention anything to Jai about them and how it was a stupid mistake.
Declan is worried to hear from Charity that Cameron knows about their night together. Charity insists that she can keep him quiet, but Declan worries that Katie will find out. Soon afterwards, Cameron enjoys winding Charity up and she admits that she did sleep with Declan. Panicking as Jai is home already, Charity asks Cameron what destroying her marriage will achieve, but Cameron suggests that she could start by being nice to him until he's decided what to do.
Cameron blackmails Charity by telling her to make it up with Chas and get Debbie to lay off her. Later at Home Farm, Charity overcompensates with Katie as she and Jai arrive for dinner. Declan warns Charity about confessing to Jai, saying it's their word against Cameron's and she'll destroy Jai if he finds out. At dinner, Katie announces that she and Declan are trying IVF, but Declan apologises, thinking it might be a touchy subject for Charity and Jai. T
Fresh from Charity's revelation, Jai storms back to see Declan, wanting to hear what he has to say. As they return, Declan worries that Jai is going to tell Katie, who is upstairs. Jai confronts Declan, while Charity does her best to explain that it was nothing. Jai leaves abruptly and Declan is left wondering where they stand and whether Jai will tell Katie after all.
Jai has slept on the sofa after his row with Charity, but she continues to plead with him by saying that she just wants an honest relationship and that's why she came clean. Soon afterwards, Charity tells Cameron that Jai now knows the truth. Cameron threatens to tell Katie, but is powerless when Charity says that she doesn't care.
Jai is still reeling over recent events and seems determined to give Declan what he deserves. When Jai turns up at Home Farm, Declan fears that he is about to tell Katie the truth. Instead Jai punches him and the pair argue, with Jai seemingly convinced that Katie should know what has happened.
Cameron is concerned that Chas seems determined to make up with Charity. At the same time, Katie marches into the factory office and has a go at Jai for his attitude towards Declan, thinking it's over Mia. In the café, Declan panics to hear that Chas knows about his one-night stand. Charity fumes, making it clear that she is not begging favours from the woman who broke her daughter's heart.
Alicia prepares for the re-shoot of the photo-shoot, panicking that she's forgotten something. Pollard sees David give her an encouraging squeeze, but he is defensive when Pollard asks him about it. Nicola and Megan have lunch, leaving Alicia to get on with the shoot. Megan is impressed that she has everything in hand. Later, Pollard's fears about David's feelings for Alicia are confirmed when he quizzes him over the situation.
Robbie has a plan to rile Cameron at the quiz, but Debbie is not interested. However, when Cameron smashes one of Robbie's bottles, Debbie quickly changes her mind. She relishes seeing Cameron losing his cool and encourages Robbie to get even further under his skin. In the pub, Chas has to stop Cameron from going for Robbie when he openly passes a bottle of vodka around.
In the cellar, Robbie continues to brandish his lighter, warning that he could blow up the whole pub. Cameron calls his bluff, so Robbie takes a chance and makes a run for it with Cameron in hot pursuit. Outside, Cameron grabs Robbie, hits him and bundles him into the back of his van. With the pub quiz in full swing, Chas is preoccupied so Cameron leaves her to it.
Gemma confronts Sean as he has put the picture of Belle online. Sean argues that he thought that's what Gemma had wanted him to do, and explains he has only tagged a few people. Sean is worried to learn from Gemma that the picture was taken long before Belle got with Thomas. Gemma panics, knowing there is trouble ahead.
Belle is horrified when a police car pulls up and Lisa explains that it's the only way to get the pictures taken down. PC Lewis questions Belle about the photos and how they got onto the internet. An angry Lisa seems determined to press charges, wanting them to interview Thomas too. Once the police have spoken to Thomas, Jimmy tells him that he is no longer allowed to see Belle - not only is she underage, she is a Dingle.
Gennie is annoyed to learn that Brenda has gone to an alternative therapy clinic, convinced that Brenda's attitude is going to kill her. When Brenda returns, she is upset as Gennie decides that she can't see Molly any more, as she shouldn't get used to her grandmother being around. Bob tells Gennie that punishing Brenda won't change her mind - she needs to work it out for herself. L
Nikhil is worried about Gennie and visits Katie to ask how he can cheer her up. While there, he is given an idea when Alicia chats about a wedding dress. Later, Gennie is shocked when Nikhil suggests they get married soon, explaining that it might be their only chance to get married while Brenda is present. Nikhil is chuffed when Gennie agrees.
It's almost time for Thomas to leave for the airport, but he texts Belle and asks her to meet him. Jimmy is riled when Thomas disappears just as they are about to set off. Thomas is desperate as he asks for Sean's help to nick Dan's camper van so he can leave. At the garage, Sean slyly pockets Dan's van keys and takes them to Thomas. Later, Belle takes her chance and legs it out of the house, knowing that Zak won't be able to catch her.
Belle is anxious when Thomas suggests that they drive to Brighton, as it's cheap to camp there. Soon afterwards, Thomas reels when an upset Belle tells him that the van was where Chas and Carl were on the night his father was killed. He gives her a blanket and tells her to get some sleep while he drives. Later, Belle is confused and upset when she wakes up and is back home in the village
Thomas is forlorn as he is leaving today. Nicola is torn as she sees the pain Jimmy is in when he tells Thomas that his taxi is booked for later. At the same time, Belle wonders what she has done wrong as Lisa heads off for work without speaking to her. Later, Jimmy is shocked when he discovers that Thomas has packed his bags and left without a word. He then discovers that Thomas has also stolen Dan's camper van again to escape in.
Kerry is not looking forward to having the kids again on her own tonight and railroads Laurel into helping. Later, Sarah forces Laurel to play games with her, while Kerry sits drinking wine with a magazine. Kerry has to take over when Laurel goes home and her impatience soon upsets Sarah
Debbie collects the kids and Kerry hides her anxiety as Sarah hugs her tight, feeling guilty about what happened. With Kerry acting out of sorts, Andy worries to Amy that he has upset Kerry by calling her a stepmum. Amy says that he needs to talk to Kerry as she is not keen on responsibility.
Gennie is still upset over Brenda not attending her wedding. Brenda is definite that she won't be there, telling Gennie that she is not going to let her illness ruin the day - she will be thinking of her but she just can't be there. Later, Bob arrives with a mother-of-the-bride outfit for Brenda, just in case she changes her mind, and he even tempts Brenda into trying it on.
Gennie struggles to be enthusiastic about her wedding day because of Brenda's absence. She stares at her dress, while Georgia tries to cheer her up by telling her that she is gaining a whole new family. Gennie then leaves, telling them that she is going to find someone to give her away.
Nikhil is gutted as Gennie apologises, explaining that she cannot get married without her mum. She leaves feeling awful, followed quickly by Nikhil. He tries to comfort her but she is angry, convinced they are cursed - Molly's christening was a disaster and now their big day is too. Later that day, things go from bad to worse when Brenda has a seizure and drops to the floor unconscious. A terrified Gennie kneels next to her, worried how serious this could be.
Gennie is devastated as Brenda drifts in and out of consciousness, telling her that she loves her as the ambulance approaches. At the hospital, Gennie is scared and devastated as Brenda is taken into a cubicle and blames herself for pushing her over the wedding.
Andy gets a call from Debbie, who explains that she cannot pick the kids up until midnight. Amy offers to help babysit in shifts. Later at Adam's birthday party, Kerry is getting lairy. Andy warns Kerry to pace herself, but she ignores him. He tries to hide his annoyance as she makes a show of herself, dancing with Adam.
In the pub, Moira wants to have a chat with Chas after her shift. Zak watches as she snaps at Cain, telling him that his opinion doesn't count for much. Cain wonders to Zak why Moira can talk to everyone but him, but Zak tells him he is not exactly Mr Dependable. Soon afterwards, Cain visits Moira, determined to talk to her.
Cain struggles to hide his hurt over the miscarriage. At Tug Ghyll, Cain confronts Debbie about last night and she is miffed when he tells her that she is on her own if she pulls one more stunt like that. Moira later goes to see Cain and realises the depth of his emotion as he is deliberately callous towards her.
Robbie insists to Debbie that he is having nothing to do with her plan and doesn't even want to be seen talking to her. Soon afterwards, Chas is confused when Debbie arrives at The Woolpack wanting to talk. Debbie tells Chas that she is sorry for what she has done and the pair seemingly arrive at a truce.
There is worry all round as Zak's gun is missing and Jai explains that he saw Chas and Debbie driving together. At the same time, Chas becomes fearful when Debbie snatches her phone when she goes to call Lisa. Chas tells Debbie to drop her act, but she is genuinely fearful when Debbie gets Zak's gun out of the boot.
Ruby is tidying for the landlord inspection, but Ali is refusing to run round after Megan. Ruby sends Sean out with the dog, saying that she will give him a signal when the coast is clear. Ali is determined that the dog is staying and they are not bowing down to Megan.
Rachel is annoyed that Megan is threatening to evict Ali and Ruby. When Megan arrives at Brook Cottage with Zak to measure up, Rachel realises Megan's game to move in. Rachel pushes Megan towards the door, leaving Megan furious. Megan then provokes Rachel, who punches her hard in the face just as Declan and Ali arrive.
After seeing Jai and Rachel with the baby, Charity's mind whirls. She feigns illness and tells Jai that she is not going into work. Once he has gone, she fires up his laptop, looking for clues.
Still in the factory, Charity is trying to take it all in. When Priya suddenly arrives, Charity spots that she is also shocked to hear the news. At the same time, Rachel is agitated. She wants to get Archie back, knowing that she saw Charity heading towards the factory.
The gossip and fallout over the recent Sharma news spreads through the village like wildfire. Those close, like Priya, are distraught. When Nikhil hears the news, he takes it particularly badly, unsure why he seems to be the last to know.
Georgia still doesn't know the baby news, and with most of the village now in on the gossip, Nikhil wants his mother told directly. However, an accidental slip up means things do not go to plan. At the same time, Rachel is chuffed when Sam agrees to move back in with her so they can begin a fresh start.
Cameron is worried as he questions Declan over his plans for the land. He starts to panic as Declan tells him that he will soon have it dug over. Cameron makes his excuses to Chas, telling her that he has to go and help a mate move some gear. Chas wants him to wait, but in full panic, Cameron hurries away.
Cameron listens as the foreman tells Declan that he can start work on the site quickly. Soon afterwards, Chas wonders what Cameron is up to when he books a spa break for her and Gennie. Driving to the spa, Chas spots Cameron in his van and Gennie suggests they should follow him or she will just end up fretting anyway.
Cameron makes his way in the dark with a spade and some tarpaulin to find Alex's body. Once he finds the place, he begins to dig. When Cameron finds a shoe, he realises that he has found Alex. Suddenly, headlights and vehicles arriving disturb Cameron as the workmen turn up with diggers and vans.
A frustrated Chas tries to talk to Cameron, but he is evasive. He grabs his passport and leaves the room, telling her that her suspicions are the problem. Chas challenges Cameron over his recent behaviour and is shocked to realise that Cameron had known she was following him last night.
Chas has stayed the night at Gennie's following the rows with Cameron. While Chas is occupied, Gennie slips out and finds Cameron. Seeing that he is about to leave, Gennie is firm as she tells Cameron that he needs to be straight with Chas. While collecting more of his belongings, the situation quickly changes for Cameron when he overhears Declan telling Jimmy that work has been halted on the site as there is a problem with planning permission.
Rishi collars David and promises that he is going to set him and Priya up for life by buying them a wedding gift - a new shop. David looks stunned and delighted, until Priya walks in on their cosy meeting and throws scorn on Rishi's plans. Rishi's hopes of making up with Priya look like a distant dream.
David is worried as he asks Priya if they are still getting married and she doesn't respond. He insists to Priya that he has no feelings for Alicia and she can trust him. Soon afterwards, Georgia is concerned for her daughter as she fights back the tears, complaining that everything is going wrong. Georgia reassures Priya that David worships her, which makes her even more confused. Rishi then tries to make amends with Priya, but she says that she will never forgive him. Georgia feels for Rishi as Priya asks him to go.
David drowns his sorrows following Priya's decision. Pollard suggests that perhaps Priya has given him a gift - the opportunity to make a go of things with Alicia and Jacob guilt-free. He adds that David has clearly been suppressing his feelings for long enough.
Amy is subdued after her fight with Kerry. When Kerry arrives, Val is ready for round two, but Amy holds her back. While Andy attempts to mediate, an unruly Kerry continues to bicker. Andy tries to go after Amy when she storms out, but Kerry warns that if he does, they are over.
As smoke seeps under the door of Dale View, Sarah is unable to wake Kerry. Sarah then makes her way in the village towards her home. Clearly frightened and getting no answer, she heads for The Woolpack. Inside Dale View, the fire has taken hold. Kerry remains passed out and baby Jack is alone upstairs.
The search is on for Meg the dog and poor Sandy is full of guilt, knowing that it was his mistake that led to the dog's disappearance. Ali and Dan are annoyed that Sean has bunked off school, but he is adamant that he is not going back until he has found Meg. Out searching, Sean's day goes from bad to worse when he finds Meg laid in the garden. Paddy has to break sad news to him that the dog is dead.
Megan panics as she struggles to call an ambulance for Sean, who lies unconscious after being electrocuted. Dan arrives and is shocked to see Sean's state, immediately assuming that Megan is to blame. The emergency services talk Dan through the procedure as he starts chest compressions on an unconscious Sean.
Nikhil confronts David and asks why he is not fighting for Priya. Nikhil tells him that if he wants her back, he had better act quickly - she is leaving for London and not coming back. That evening at The Woolpack, Priya arrives to tell Chas she is leaving just as David appears and re-proposes to her.
Rhona's heart sinks when she fails to persuade Doctor Abbott to prescribe her more of the stronger drugs she craves. Later, shaking and nauseous, she snaps at Leo before dumping him on Laurel, claiming that she has a sickness bug and is not safe to be with him. Climbing the walls, Rhona is overwhelmed by her symptoms and is worried that she will not be able to cover them when Paddy and Vanessa return.
Rhona attempts to downplay what Vanessa saw the day before, insisting that it was a one-off. However, Vanessa is quick to tell her that stealing drugs from the practice is not the way to deal with it and could get the pair of them struck off - Rhona for her actions and Vanessa for failing to report it. Later at the vets, Paddy questions Vanessa when he discovers that some Valium has gone missing.
Rachel runs into Jai, Rishi and Charity and tells them that she's temporary living with Sam while the rest of her family stay at Brook Cottage. Jai isn’t happy but Rishi puts on an act. Sarah mentions to Debbie that she saw Cain when visiting Zak last week. Paddy speaks to Laurel and Marlon about Rhona’s mood swings, Laurel wonders if she's pregnant. Paddy has a call out and is forced to leave Leo with a sick Rhona.
It's the day of Brenda's fundraiser at the pub, but the day starts gravely for Brenda. At the same time, Cameron the 'organiser' fails to make an appearance. Chas is perplexed over where Cameron could be and keeps trying to call him. Suspecting the worst and aided by Gennie, she begins rifling for evidence. While this is going on, Cameron heads to the site.
Cameron is visibly repulsed and sick as he fills over Alex's new grave, gagging as he works before setting light to Alex's bag and any evidence. He completes the task and breathes a sigh of relief. As he gets into his van ready to return, he dials into his voicemail where he hears a string of panicky messages that have been left over the last few hours.
Cameron comes around in the van as the police arrive. Chas has finished packing his bags and takes off her engagement ring. Nicola is practicing ballet moves with Angel. Val decides she wants to rebrand the B&B. Cameron wakes up in hospital.
Nicola and Jimmy set off for Angel’s observation. Jimmy thanks Steve for Angel's extra tuition in front of Bernice. Cain picks up the last of his stuff from Debbie’s and returns his keys. Amy tells Val that she knows that Val is trying to take her mind off Kerry. Brenda and Bob rope Cameron, Chas, Gennie and Nikhil into lunch.
Nicola frets over not hearing anything from the school. Kerry arrives back in the village. Amy helps Andy to clear up the mess left by the decorators; he leaves her to tidy while he goes to Butler's Farm. Moira tells Adam that Cain is moving in; he isn't pleased.
Dan has let Kerry spend the night in Hetty, he wakes her up with a cup of tea. Bernice mentions to Amy and Andy that Kerry was drinking in the pub last night. Nicola has one last shot at trying to convince Jimmy to pay for Angel's schooling. Moira says that Adam and Cain will have to cope on their own as she will be attending Holly's exhibition; Adam tells Cain that while Moira's gone he wants him out the house.
Ashley tries to keep the peace as Cain and Adam snipe over breakfast. Cain gets a lift off Natalie into the village. Rhona asks Vanessa for an extra dose of her medication. Dan has let Kerry stay in Hetty for another night; they chat about Andy and her pregnancy. Rhona and Paddy take Leo over to Tall Trees Cottage for Leo's second birthday. Marlon and Laurel invite them and Leo on a short break to a holiday cottage; Rhona tries to put the idea off.
Cain tells Zak about Adam's plan. Val treats Eric to a special lunch; he's suspicious. She asks Alicia to take Cheryl for a walk while they talk. Everyone abandons the party at Butler's Farm. Val is just about to tell Eric she doesn't want the refurbishment anymore as she has a better idea when panicked Alicia returns with Cheryl, the dog has caught her foot on barbed wire.
Pearl and Val point out to Rhona how terrible she looks but she insists to Vanessa she's going cold turkey and feigns a cold. Declan winds Robbie up over Debbie telling him not to stay at Tug Ghyll last night. Debbie tells Charity she has a plan for Robbie. Moira gets upset about Adam leaving, Cain comforts her.
Paddy is chipper about going on holiday. Vanessa is concerned for Rhona. Robbie reassures Sarah over the broken window. Debbie wants Robbie to buy some of the booze and be part of the profit, he's delighted. Robbie secretly recruits Adam to help with the booze run, wanting him to chip in with money too. Sandy calls Ashley to try to arrange another prescription.
Adam tells Debbie they kept her out of the booze run; Debbie says she doesn't care, she was responsible for setting Robbie up. The police question Robbie again, he tells them he bought the booze off a man at the side of the road who had just cancelled his engagement party.
Andy and Diane tell Debbie they're disgusted at her latest trick. Rhona and Paddy arrive back in the village. Chas tells Diane that Debbie is still causing Cameron trouble. Val wants Amy to talk Eric into emigrating to Portugal. Megan gives Dom the keys to Brook Cottage.
Debbie goes around the room asking who reported her to Social Services. Eric tells Val he's willing to emigrate to Portugal. Debbie rips into everyone in the room, not knowing that Sarah is listening to every word outside. Gemma slags Alicia off to Belle. Victoria tries to get to the bottom of why Amy wants to move. Gemma tells Alicia she's sticking her beak in where it's not wanted. Paddy, Rhona and Vanessa have a barbeque.
Dom has let Gemma have the day off school due to her being so upset last night. Dom offers to cook for Alicia later, much to Gemma's irritation. As Lisa and Charity tidy up Tug Ghyll, Andy arrives for the Social Services visit. Sean invites Belle on a camping trip with him and Dan. Victoria is sick of Adam sponging off her.
Belle begs Lisa and Zak to go camping with Sean, they still refuse but they invite Sean and Dan to the caravan. Belle tells them to forget it. Gennie and Bob have it all sorted for Brenda as she prepares to go the hospital. Belle talks to Sam about being in love with Sean.
Alicia tells David and Priya that her and Dom have broke up. Belle asks Lisa and Zak if she and Sean can go on the camping trip after all. Bob hints to Dan about getting rid of Kerry so he can move Brenda in. Belle tells Gemma she's bunking off school to have sex with Sean; Gemma tries to talk her out of it.
Robbie heads off for court. Victoria isn't pleased with Adam as he decided to drink with Robbie rather than asking Moira for his job back. Andy overhears the conversation and tells Victoria that Moira has a new farmhand starting.
Adam tries to ring Robbie but he ignores him. Kerry is unconscious in hospital. Sean discovers that Belle has smashed his bike up, he tells Dan he loves her and wants her back. Dan asks Bob if he's seen Kerry, they figure she's back with Andy.
Adam tells Cain that it was Robbie's idea to flee the scene of the accident. Cain says he needs to start praying as he's looking at possible manslaughter. Nikhil gives Gennie a driving lesson; he's disappointed to learn she's already passed her theory as he'd prepared questions for her. Adam worries about the possibility he's killed Kerry's baby and is going to prison.
Gennie escorts Nikhil to work. Dom takes Gemma to her second appointment. Alicia asks if she's okay, Dom is abrupt with her. Adam discovers that Moira accused Cain of being responsible for the accident. Vanessa tells Rhona she's booked her first support group session,
Rishi berates Jai for the stunt he pulled with Archie yesterday. Vanessa covers that Rhona is going to a Pilates class tomorrow. Gennie and Nikhil walk into work again, Nikhil's not looking forward to it. Moira tells Adam that if he's back at the farm, he'll have to tell Natalie to go. Jai unintentionally winds up Nikhil when he arrives at work. Megan worries about Robbie.
Rhona heads off to her support session, lying to Paddy that she's going to a Pilates class. She notices her tyre is flat and gets the bus instead. Gennie is mad that Nikhil has quit his job at the factory. Megan gets more and more worried as she tries to contact Robbie. Declan rubs it in her face that a staging supplier she was going to do a deal with has gone bust.
Megan has set up some potential investors in an attempt to cover the business' loss. Lisa unintentionally gives Kerry the idea to seek compensation for her accident. Vanessa asks Rhona about the group, she lies that it was fine. Neil uncovers something suspicious at the Glamping Site. He tells Declan they could have potentially uncovered part of a human body.
Declan pays the workmen extra money to cover up the body. Kerry receives a wad of cash in the post and a letter saying the money is hers as long as she forgets the accident. Nikhil serves his first drink in the Café to Gennie. Rhona eagerly awaits the post, she asks Vanessa for her pill but she says they agreed to bring her dose down.
Katie is disgusted with Declan. Gemma walks into a classroom and discovers that Belle has wrote 'Gemma Andrews had an abortion!' on the whiteboard, they end up fighting on the floor until the headteacher drags them off each other. Dan tries to sober Kerry up, and they both have a self-pitying session. Chas arrives at Home Farm with a bottle of wine,
Preparations are underway for the Home Farm dinner party tonight. Katie asks Chas if she can stay at The Woolpack once she's exacted her revenge. Bob gets the wrong idea when Kerry has disappeared from the sofa, not knowing that she's slept with him in his bed. Kerry joins them for breakfast in Dan's robe and prevents him having to explain.
Katie plans to go and collect the rest of her stuff from Home Farm. Charity tries to explain to Debbie what happened at the party before she hears it from somebody else, but she's preoccupied by getting Sarah ready for school. Cameron drops a present off for Sarah. Kerry listens to Dan and Bob discussing her after she's spent another night in Dan's bed, Dan defends her.
Belle is stroppy with Lisa and Zak. They meet with Mr Duggan, he informs Belle that he can't accept her back unless he's sure there will be no repetition. He says he's had a phone call saying she was overheard threatening to attack Gemma.
Debbie cries to Charity about Belle. Sam and Marlon join Zak and Lisa at the hospital. Picking up on Amy's irritation, Eric decides to send her and Victoria to Portugal to do a reccy for him and Val. Bob and Brenda return from the hospital. Charity works out that Belle got the booze from the barn where Debbie stashed it.
Robbie overhears Zak telling Diane that Belle will be home soon and of how lucky she is to pull through. He calls them a bunch of hypocrites, saying they knew Debbie was selling knock off alcohol. He claims he saw her contaminating the alcohol.
Debbie continues banging on the door to Dale View. Sarah wonders what's going on. Debbie walks over and starts hitting Robbie to the floor until Diane drags her off him. Declan reminds Katie that she signed a five-year contract, she's going nowhere until it suits him.
Andy isn't impressed with Katie and Adam rolling in drunk at 2am. Debbie turns to vodka at Tug Ghyll. Nikhil irritates Bob when he hassles customers into filling in a questionnaire about the Café. Moira worries that Andy having the kids and working full-time at the farm isn't working. Cameron is concerned when Debbie orders alcohol in the pub. Declan tries to get back with Katie.
Zak seems to be having a good effect on Debbie at Wishing Well Cottage. Nikhil starts at David's. Andy looks down on Katie for the stunt she pulled with Adam. Declan learns Katie has started cancelling appointments, he informs Nicola that if anybody rings asking for Katie tell them that she's nothing to do with them. He tells Megan that Katie slept with Adam
Nicola has a problem with her car, she realises she's put diesel in it rather than petrol. Andy tells Katie to sort it with Declan. Moira isn't happy that he's turned up late to work again. Nikhil has a surprise for Gennie. He informs her that he's bought The Grange.
Dan gives Nicola the bill for her car, she can't believe it. She asks Cain for time to pay. Andy doesn't want Debbie to see the kids when they return with Diane. Debbie overhears him telling Zak that he's thinking of seeking custody. Katie receives a text from Declan stating he's done what she wanted.
Debbie moves back to Tug Ghyll. Moira's angry when Andy turns up late again. Declan and Megan prepare for the opening of Home Fields. Zak's convinced Debbie's on the road to recovery; Andy isn't so sure. Cameron jumps to her defence.
Debbie slaps Cameron. Chas walks in and asks what's going on. Debbie tells her she doesn't want to know. Nicola speaks to Steve about paying the bill for her car; he says he wants to spoil her. Diane sees them talking.
Cameron checks up on Debbie. She threatens to tell Chas about their kiss. Charity sees them talking and is concerned. She tells her she tried to do a runner with the kids. Bernice wants Steve to win Diane over so they can buy The Woolpack together.
Debbie thanks Zak for looking after her. Cameron receives a call from his solicitor. Rhona's parcel of pills has failed to arrive on time. Nicola reminds Declan that she's taking the afternoon off and is keen to impress at the business meeting.
Charity moves her stuff into Debbie's. Marlon gives Laurel her post in the café, she has sent off for a college prospectus. She tells Ruby that she's thinking about a computer course. Paddy notices Rhona acting grumpy again, he tells her to take Leo out.
Marlon tells Laurel that Jai’s told her to take the day off, but she is adamant she wants to return to work. Vanessa continues to be suspicious of Rhona's reasons for visiting the chemist.
Vanessa asks Rhona to cover her first call out. The police speak to Cain at Butler's Farm, he denies any knowledge of Laurel's car, having removed all trace of it, and they leave
Rhona distracts Paddy while she's hides the drugs. Brenda wants to book the hand fasting for next week, before she loses more hair. Gennie tells her to not let her hair control her.
Rhona questions Paddy over whether they've done the right thing letting Pearl resign. Vanessa locates where she's hidden her drugs. Val and Eric tidy the B&B in anticipation of Nikhil's arrival.
Gennie tells Nikhil she won't be spending time with him at the B&B as she's agreed to spend the day shopping with Brenda. Vanessa tells Rhona she won't tell Paddy but she has conditions. Sam is still off with Rachel over the squabble with Priya.
Marlon has bought Laurel a new car. Rhona wants to postpone the night away with Paddy until later in the year. Bob wants to take Brenda out, but she tells him she has her support meeting.
Gennie tells Diane that everything is ready for the hand fasting. Vanessa tries to get Rhona to bunk off work but she won't. Laurel tells Paddy that she's still not telling Marlon about yesterday, but he walks in on them.
Bob asks Brenda to go to the 'Craft Fayre' in Ilkley but she makes excuses. Gennie tells Dan that there's been a cancellation for a driving test this morning, so she's rushing off to take it. Brenda panics that Dan will mess up.
As Brenda, Bob and Dan climb into the helicopter, Bob questions what's happening. Nikhil tells the guests they will be arriving soon. Gennie arrives late saying her bus broke down, she asks where her mum and Bob are. Alicia fills in the blanks as they arrive on the helicopter. Marlon tries to reassure Laurel.
Nikhil treats Bob and Brenda at the B&B. Bob says he's arranged a honeymoon for them in Scarborough. Chas stops herself from booking a wedding in Las Vegas to run it by Cameron who is shocked at the thought. Val and Eric are leaving Victoria and Amy to go to Albufeira to view a house, Nikhil will be in charge of them.
Gennie explains to Nikhil about Rishi buying her a car. Debbie tries again to discourage her from telling Chas about Cameron. Victoria is being driven mad at Keepers Cottage as Sandy, Edna and Betty sit in the front room. Kerry comes up with the idea of a fundraiser for Brenda and Bob's wedding present. Chas is planning her Las Vegas wedding.
Nikhil excitedly shares his plans for the B&B with Gennie. Val and Eric are back from Albufeira, Val tells Amy they've put a deposit on the house. Kerry invites Amy to the charity event tomorrow but Amy says she won't be there.
Chas tells Gennie if she doesn't stop her meddling she'll no longer be her sister. Cameron asks Chas why she'd not mentioned that Debbie tried to kill her. Gennie attempts to talk to Debbie about Cameron but she shuns her.
Cameron says he killed Carl to stop him from sending the picture of him and Chas in bed together to Debbie, to protect her and the unborn baby. Dan and Kerry argue over the charity money and he tells her to pack her stuff and move out.
Cameron is amazed by Debbie's reaction. They continue kissing. Kerry gets rid of Robbie for Sean. Val is impatient with Nikhil, as she waits to celebrate in The Woolpack over selling the B&B. He lets them start on the champagne, concerned that he can't locate Gennie.
Debbie desperately tries to revive Gennie to no avail. Nikhil is still searching for Gennie. Bob and Brenda arrive back in the village. Debbie is distraught over her part in Gennie's death. Dan catches Kerry at the bus stop, he tries to persuade her to come back home but she gives him a hard time.
Katie drops flowers off at Victoria Cottage. Bob, Rishi, Jai, Priya and David rally around Brenda and Nikhil. Nikhil is quiet, while Brenda fights the tears. Rishi blames himself for buying Gennie the car. Chas and Cameron have called the wedding off and cancelled their flights to Las Vegas.
Chas enquires how Nikhil's doing, Charity says he never came back home and they've spent half the night looking for him. Chas sends Cameron out to look for Nikhil. Nikhil's in the factory going through Gennie's things. Nicola tries to get out of the dinner party with Steve and Bernice but Jimmy insists she's going.
Chas is looking after Molly as Nikhil is struggling to cope. Jimmy and Steve go to play golf. Nicola wants to clear the debt as soon as possible, she gives Steve the second installment. Rhona is having a bad day, she tries to get Vanessa to give her an extra dose but she won't.
Nikhil goes back to the factory while Jai is in Glasgow. Debbie leaves a message for Cameron saying they need to speak to Chas. Jimmy takes a picture of Angel in her school uniform. Nicola receives a text from Steve wanting to meet her in a restaurant.
Chas is horrified that someone could have drove Gennie off the road. Rishi explains to Georgia how Nikhil went missing earlier in the week. Marlon's angry when he gets a call from the nursery saying nobody's picked Leo up. Paddy and Vanessa try to ring Rhona but can't get hold of her.
Rishi has fallen asleep in the car waiting for Nikhil to let him in. Cain is still suspicious that something is going on between Cameron and Debbie. Charity tells him to back off. Laurel is nervous as Ashley takes Gabby and Arthur into town. David arrives at Victoria Cottage just as the police arrive to drop off Gennie's things.
Vanessa tries to clear the air with Rhona but she snatches her pill off her and walks away. Ashley tries to comfort Chas as she worries about Gennie's funeral. Nicola and Jimmy see Bernice and Steve off as they leave for Paris. Belle arrives at the Vets for work experience. Laurel's irritable.
The Doctor asks Rhona if she was trying to overdose, or if she's become dependent on the pills as she had far more paracetamol in her blood than normal; he warns her of the dangers and offers her help but she tells him to leave her alone.
Ali receives a text from Laurel stating she's not coming into work again. Paddy walks in on Vanessa and Rhona hugging, he causes a scene in front of Pearl wanting to know why she can talk to Vanessa but not him. Amy and Val look forward to having their picture in the Courier in a three-page article Rishi's arranged for them in promotion for The Grange. Kerry and Dan's tattoos have turned septic.
Alicia moves her stuff into Brook Cottage; she gives Gemma the festival tickets to try and win Belle around. Dan asks Laurel if she's been to the police, she lies that they're making inquiries.
The carjacker, Ross, doesn't remember Laurel. He apologises when it dawns on him who she is, but it's not enough. At the same time, Cain and Marlon pull up at Ross's work. Cain recognises Glen, who eventually gives him Ross's address - Maple Road.
Eric's still angry at Val for telling Amy about Kyle's parents dying. Ashley walks in on Marlon and Laurel having a row about yesterday. Marlon tells him what she did. Paddy and Rhona have slept in separate rooms at Smithy Cottage.
Val invites Amy into town with her, but she says she has other plans. Brenda gets emotional looking over old photos of Gennie with Molly. Amy asks Victoria to come to the funeral with her. Katie overhears Nicola talking about the glamping site doing well. Katie says it wouldn't be if people knew the truth about the place. Sandy tries to put Ashley off going to see Laurel again. Marlon informs Ali and Lisa that Laurel won't be returning to work yet.
David tears into Nikhil about him planning to move to Canada. Megan worries about Katie blabbing over the truth at the glamping site. Rodney asks Declan and Megan about holding Gennie's wake at Home Farm, but they have a wedding booked. Andy is concerned that Katie is becoming morbid over Gennie's death, but she says she's cleared her head.
Declan pushes Megan to find them more investors. Debbie tells Charity that she doesn't know if she's going to Gennie's funeral. Katie's distracted by the sight of the police arriving in the village. Belle apologises to Gemma. Charity thinks it's down to Cameron that Debbie doesn't want to go to the funeral.
Debbie plans to leave Sarah at Wishing Well Cottage with Belle while she attends the funeral. Cameron pesters her by text to find out if she is attending the funeral. Jai arrives back from Glasgow and Nikhil apologises to him for his behaviour and asks him to be a pallbearer. He finds confetti from his wedding still in his suit.
Knowing he's been caught out, Cameron admits to Chas that he's been seeing Debbie for a few weeks, but he warns her about making a scene at the funeral. Nicola panics as she realises that she's made a mistake with the account number as Steve looks on, his plan coming together.
Charity is angry at Debbie for getting back together with Cameron. Cameron's stayed at the B&B; Val winds him up. Rishi tells Jai that Nikhil needs something to focus his energies. Megan worries about Chas blabbing about the body. Brenda finds Nikhil cleaning as he puts on a brave face.
Nicola receives a phone call from the bank and tells Steve he'll have his money back at the end of the week. She thanks him and begins to look at him with new eyes. Declan is optimistic about the prospect of his upcoming festival, but his mood is soon shaken when the police call wanting to talk to him again.
Robbie realises that something serious is going on, more than Megan and Declan are letting on. When news gets back to him that the police have found something on the site, he urges his mum to get out before the situation gets worse, suggesting that they should leave together. Megan seems intent on staying to support her brother, but as tension mounts she seems increasingly torn.
With the police continuing to delve into Declan's statement and his relationship with Katie, Declan's frustrations rise. When the police reveal that the body they found has been buried, dug up and then reburied, all within the Home Farm grounds, they insist on a lockdown.
As rumours are rife over the festival being cancelled, the Home Farm office do their best to stifle concerns. However, soon the police return and Declan is arrested for perverting the course of justice. Declan undergoes vigorous questioning over Katie's disappearance and soon becomes increasingly worried when the accusations take a new twist when he is accused of murder.
A helpless Declan continues to protest his innocence as the police probe him for answers about the body and Katie's whereabouts. Clutching at straws, he suggests that they could speak to her best friend Chas.
Debbie and Cameron arrive back from Jersey. Debbie is apprehensive of seeing Chas, but Cameron thinks they should face the music and drink in The Woolpack, where the body at the glamping site and Declan's big cover-up is the hot topic of conversation.
With the police making door-to-door enquiries, Cameron darkens as the pressure is kicking in. Debbie misinterprets his mood to be one of grief for his friend Alex. As news spreads around the village, Cameron feels increasingly trapped, especially when Alex's granny Beattie arrives and reiterates to Edna how Alex would never have robbed her.
Rhona and Vanessa have slept in the same bed. Rhona tries to get her pills out of Vanessa's bag as she sleeps but fails. Rhona eventually resorts to taking pills from her secret stash and manipulates Vanessa when she tells her that she can't go through a withdrawal now, not with everything else that is going on.
As Paddy refuses to believe that his wife is a lesbian, Rhona remains unconscious at Smithy Cottage, surrounded by alcohol bottles and empty pill packets. At the same time, a devastated Vanessa confides in Moira and the truth begins to unravel.
At the hospital, Paddy is at Rhona's bedside, worried about the state of everything. He is grateful for Pearl's continued support and explains to her how Rhona is an addict. Rhona suddenly begins to bleed from her nose and everyone stands back as the medic gets to work.
Rhona struggles to take in the news about the seriousness of her condition and is guilty over how much Paddy has suffered. Paddy arrives but is shocked by how bad she is as the doctors try to tend to her. Soon Vanessa accidentally lets it slip to Laurel how Rhona was looking for drugs while Laurel was carjacked. Meanwhile, Pollard marches Sean out of the B&B with the medals.
Vanessa is hurt that Rhona doesn't want to see her. At the hospital, Paddy tells Rhona that Vanessa is staying at Moira's for now. Not long afterwards, the doctor notifies Rhona that she can go home. Back at the village, Paddy is adamant as he tells Vanessa to move out for good. Vanessa blurts out about her and Rhona kissing and Paddy is mortified as Pearl is listening
Rhona says a tearful goodbye to Leo before heading to the drug clinic. With Paddy seeming both dubious and impatient about her treatment plan, Rhona worries that he is getting cold feet and promptly decides that she would rather give up herself with the support of her husband.
The villagers are enraged to wake up to find 'for sale' boards outside their houses. As Alicia uneasily suggests that Declan must be desperate and have a serious cash flow problem, Steve takes pleasure in stirring the situation further, explaining that he offered to buy Home Farm but Declan turned him down flat.
Cameron's meddling causes Adam to punch Declan in full view of the police and Adam is promptly arrested. As Cameron continues to plant seeds linking Adam to Alex's murder, will the farmer be investigated about something far more serious than assault? Meanwhile, with Rhona in crippling pain, she lashes out at Paddy as he attempts to help her. Rhona then begs him for drugs. Elsewhere, Amy watches Kyle and his grandma Joanie as they arrive for playgroup, but is put out when a member of staff ruins her chance to see him for longer.
Adam is scared and confused, telling the police they have got it all wrong. At the same time, Moira is shocked to learn that Adam has been arrested on suspicion of murder. She is thrown when she is questioned over Adam's friendship with Alex, and then about her own relationship with Alex.
Adam is certain that it was Declan who set him up and Cain confronts Declan over it. However, Cain soon realises that Declan is not the culprit. Soon afterwards, Moira is alarmed when the police arrive to search the farm.
With Nicola low after her job interview and in need of a large glass of wine, she heads back to Mulberry Cottage with Steve. Steve confides that things are not going well with Bernice, and when Jimmy calls, Nicola finds herself lying to him about her whereabouts. As the alcohol flows, the pair continue to enjoy their time together.
With Nicola increasingly tempted by Steve and his proposition, she considers how she could sneak away to meet him. However, on arriving home to see Jimmy and Angel happily playing together, she is overwhelmed with love.
Brenda finds the Dictaphone while going through some of Gennie's belongings. After pressing play, she hears the conversation regarding Debbie and Cameron's affair. Unable to listen to any more, Brenda presses stop and later returns the Dictaphone to a guilty Debbie, who is freaked at what Brenda may know.
Debbie is in a spin as she thinks what to do next. She tells Cameron that she has to pick the kids up and is relieved to get away from him. Debbie is frantic as she arrives at Butler's Farm and is horrified to realise that Adam has been set up for Alex's murder. She quickly works out that it must have been Cameron. Debbie sits listening to the Dictaphone over and over again. She then makes a decision to see Chas and insists that they need to talk.
Chas reels as she realises what Debbie is saying. Debbie insists that it's the truth and slowly the stories ring true for Chas. Chas asks to hear the Dictaphone again, but soon Debbie is scared as an emotional Chas shouts at her, thinking Debbie was part of it all too. Chas is stunned that Debbie knew Cameron killed Carl and didn't say anything.
Debbie returns home, knowing she has to be strong. Cameron seems to buy her story as he hides the engagement ring. Later, police officers Shields and Flanagan want to interview Debbie on her own, but they explain they haven't got enough evidence to charge Cameron.
Debbie is stunned when Cameron proposes to her. Will she be able to force herself to say yes in order to keep up the façade? Later, when the police install surveillance equipment in the house, Debbie realises the enormity of the situation. Debbie desperately tries to encourage Cameron to confess for the cameras, but how long will she be able to keep up the act? Will Cameron suss there is something amiss?
As Debbie attempts to remain casual around Cameron, she becomes increasingly frustrated that she is getting nowhere. Later, when Cameron suggests they should head upstairs, Debbie finds herself in an unthinkable position
With Debbie finding it increasingly hard to act natural around Cameron, he becomes somewhat suspicious of her behaviour. Later, when Cain and Cameron jaunt each other, Cameron makes reference to the kidnap. Cain then suggests that he wishes he had got rid of Cameron whilst he had the chance.
With Debbie struggling to keep up a front with Cameron, she needs him to confess to his unknown audience - and sooner rather than later. Later, Debbie and Cain go to the police with their plan to make him confess. Debbie is fitted with a wire and they agree on a code word in case she needs help.
As Cameron insists that the recording on the Dictaphone is fake and he didn't kill Gennie, it's clear that Debbie is starting to lose it. Cain cannot bear the situation any longer and forcefully insists that the police intervene and arrest Cameron, but instead they arrest Cain for obstructing their enquiry.
Cameron struggles to process Debbie's betrayal and is rocked to realise that she knew everything at the point he proposed to her. Fixated only on getting a message to her, it seems he is willing to admit anything in order for them to relay his words.
Chas, Bob and Brenda are in the court awaiting Cameron's hearing. Bob reassures Brenda that she can go if she is having second thoughts, but Brenda wants to be there for Nikhil and Molly.
Pollard is concerned that Val is too carried away by Kyle coming to visit. At the same time, Amy lies to Joanie, claiming that she has to do a project and wants to base it around Kyle.
Pollard promises Val that he'll stop bothering Amy over Kyle, but it's clear that he is secretly taking action. He finds her phone and heads to visit Joanie, but Amy soon realises where Pollard has gone. Joanie tells Pollard that she checked Amy's background and is reassured that she has come from a good home.
Amy is outside Joanie's house, desperately trying to make amends through the door and pouring her heart out. Pollard arrives to take her home, but they are shocked when Joanie suddenly opens the door. Amy tries to explain herself to Joanie but soon oversteps the mark. Pollard sends Amy back to the car and suggests he and Joanie could talk inside.
Pollard nearly manages to talk Joanie round to letting Amy see Kyle occasionally. However, when Joanie realises Kyle is missing. Pollard pales to see both his car and Amy have gone. Joanie is about to call the police when Amy returns with Kyle. Joanie is angry and Pollard has to force Amy to leave before she antagonises the situation further.
A tired Jimmy arrives home after staying out at work all night. Nicola lets slip that Bernice knew about the kiss, leading to a public row between Nicola and Jimmy over Steve. Later, Nicola tries to talk to Jimmy, but he heads off to a driving job. Laurel thinks Nicola should call him and get him home, confident it will work. However, Nicola's call remains unanswered.
Nicola leaves Jimmy a voicemail telling him to come home, unaware that he has had a crash. A passing cyclist spots the van and calls an ambulance for a motionless Jimmy, who is slumped over the wheel.
Amy thinks Andy only spent the night with her out of pity, until he tells her that he cares about her. With Amy torn over what she should do, Andy asks her to stay for breakfast - and to be his girlfriend. Amy is stunned and overjoyed.
Ashley has decided that he's moving to Woodbine Cottage and he sympathises with Bernice when she says that DeeDee didn't want to move up with her.
Nicola gears up to do a haulage run. Rodney agrees to let Jimmy stay at his until he sorts things out with Nicola. Despite finding out Nicola is helping to keep the business afloat, Jimmy tells her that he is not her man anymore and she is the worst thing to have ever happened to him.
Laurel comes clean to Marlon about the lost engagement ring, as it's still stuck on her finger. Afterwards, Marlon asks Laurel to marry him. Not being able to keep juicy news to herself, Bernice can't help but spread Marlon and Laurel's engagement before they've had a chance to do it themselves.
Despite Diane and Pollard's best efforts, Val still can't understand why Joanie may have been overwhelmed by last night's 'ambush'. Andy tries to make Amy see that Pollard was trying to help, but she is not so sure, especially when Val tells that her the holiday to Turkey is booked - and they leave tomorrow.
Joanie visits Amy and tells her that they need to have some ground rules before she can see Kyle. Joanie reveals her requests, but Amy is gutted that she doesn't trust her. Later, Pollard is exasperated as he stops Val from going over to Amy's.
Val and Amy feel guilty about how they've treated Eric, but a nervous Amy is hopeful they can get Joanie back on side. Soon afterwards, Amy brightens as an uncomfortable Joanie appears to soften. Along with Val, they take Kyle down to the river. Val makes awkward conversation with Joanie as Amy plays with Kyle.
Val gives Amy the number for social services. Victoria worries about how determined she is to get Kyle back, but Andy offers his support. Val is smug as she fills Kerry in on Amy's situation and Kerry is hurt that Amy has kept her in the dark.
Away from the Emmerdale village, killer Cameron is being escorted in a prison van with another prisoner. Suddenly, they come across a road ambush and the prison guards are panicked to realise what is happening.
Debbie is confused to receive silent phone calls. Cameron puts away his phone and then hitches a ride. Later, Debbie and Chas are in The Woolpack when DC Flanagan tells them the news - Cameron has escaped. Debbie is worried that Cameron will be heading back to get his revenge
As news spreads about Cameron's escape and disappearance, both Chas and Debbie are living in fear, knowing his anger against them for what they did. D
Zak agrees to take Sarah and Jack while Debbie tries to patch things up with Chas. Megan is frustrated that Debbie has not upped her offer on Mulberry Cottage. Rishi and Dom try to persuade David to at least have a small drink in the pub for his stag do. Ali suggests she and Ruby clear the air with Lindy.
Sarah's alone and scared and Debbie's distraught and convinced that Cameron has her. Lindy tells a shocked Ruby that she'll give her the money for the baby if she does it without Ali. Declan snaps at Megan as he tries to talk to Moira about Butler's Farm.
Alicia, Bernice, Chas, Dan, David, Debbie, Diane, Jack, Nicola, Priya, Ruby and Zak are all being held hostage in The Woolpack. Cameron tells Debbie to go with him, but she screams that she hates him. PC Barnes then bangs on the door and Cameron pushes everyone into a corner, leveling his gun.
David and Dom wait for news on Alicia at the hospital. In The Woolpack cellar, Marlon still lies unconscious, the water around him getting high enough to play havoc with the electrics. Debbie again tries to goad Cameron to shoot her, as Chas tries to protect her. Cameron pulls the trigger, but the gun is empty.
Debbie screams at Cameron to get lost. Manic, he prepares to shoot Chas. Marlon hears him shouting and throws a crate of beer against the cellar door to create a distraction. Surprised by the noise, Cameron sends Debbie to check on it as Chas tries to convince him it's the police.
The following morning, the villagers watch as the emergency services work in The Woolpack. Vanessa offers Diane and Chas a place to stay. Sam and Laurel fuss over Marlon who has made it to the front page of the Skipdale Post as the hero of the hour.
Dom sits at Alicia's bedside. Paddy visits Marlon and Laurel at Tall Trees Cottage, he says he's going to visit Rhona today. Vanessa tells Chas she can stay at Victoria Cottage as long as she wants.
Jai and Charity have arrived back from their holiday. Dom discovers David and Priya have broken up. Charity and Cain try to get Debbie to talk to them about the siege but she insists she just wants to forget it all. News starts to spread around the village that David and Priya have broken up.
Amy drops hints to Andy about moving in with him. Zak continues to stress over the siege. Jacob guesses that David's back together with Alicia. Adam's annoyed with Moira when she considers taking a low offer for the farm. Ali and Ruby are excited as a fertility testing kit arrives in the post.
Moira tries to talk about Cain's botched proposal yesterday but he shuns the conversation. Alicia arrives back from the hospital. Zak worries over Cain's gangster job and they end up arguing
Ross collapses on the floor. Moira and Cain try to stop the bleeding. Priya realises she can't reveal the truth to Jacob. David and Alicia rush into the Café and find him sitting with her and take him home. Ali finally manages to track down Dan.
News spreads around the village of Alan's passing. Paddy tells Vanessa that he confessed to Rhona about sleeping with Chas. Dan tries to make it up to Kerry for his part in Ruby and Ali's baby plans.
Moira asks Vanessa if she can get some antibiotics for Ross. Victoria has discovered that Alan wanted Ashley to officiate his funeral. She mentions it to Ashley who says he's been already trying to contact the bishop but he's not returning his calls.
Laurel is anxious whether Cain's got rid of Ross yet. Moira wants Ross to apologise to Laurel for what he did. Cain summons James to the garage, he tells him that he wants Ross out of Butler's Farm and informs him of Ross carjacking Laurel. He states Moira has only taken Ross in as James won't.
Betty and Victoria get ready for Alan's funeral. Vanessa continues to treat Ross but walks out when she discovers he was Laurel's carjacker. Moira tells him she's had enough and wants him gone. Ashley agrees to officiate the funeral as a layperson when Jude is apparently struck down with flu
Moira surprises Cain by saying she's accepted the offer for the farm. Ross tries to convince him to assist him with the car stealing. Robbie greets the bridesmaids for the wedding as they arrive at Home Farm.
Amy is devastated when the social worker tells her that she will never be given custody of Kyle. Ross and Cain continue to steal cars from Home Farm. They plan to take Declan's car as Ross goes to find his spare set of car keys.
Alicia finishes boarding up the window at Farrers Barn; she thinks Priya is responsible. Moira tries to get Cain to tell her where he got the money. Adam and Katie arrive at Butler's Farm laughing about Declan's cars being stolen.
After finding out that Alicia is not his real mum, Jacob has run away, sending Alicia and David into a panic. When they find Jacob hiding out at Holdgate Farm, an upset Jacob insist he doesn’t want to go home. Alicia is heartbroken when she's forced to agree to let Jacob stay with Jai for a while.
It's bonfire night in the village, and when Rachel and Sam are distracted for a moment disaster strikes as Samson’s sparkler sets off a box of fireworks. In the ensuing panic, Archie is fine, but Sam is surprised when the Sharmas find out and Jai is more concerned about Archie than Rishi.
The shock revelation that Rachel lied to him about Archie’s father has left Sam not knowing what to think, while a miserable Rachel wonders if she's lost Sam forever.
With the recent upset over Jacob, David and Alicia have a chat about the fact she can’t conceive. When David later tells Rachel that Alicia can’t have her own children, Priya listens in. The conversation strikes a chord with her and the penny drops that she might be pregnant herself.
Questioning Priya about the pregnancy test, David is rattled when Priya coldly tells him that if she's pregnant it's not his concern any more. When Charity hints to Priya she could always get rid of the baby without David having to know, Priya is left with a dilemma.
Unable to accept that she won’t be able to see Kyle any more, Amy finds herself in hot water following an impromptu visit to Joanie in an attempt to talk her round. After calling the police,
Eric is troubled when Joanie explains that she has taken out a restraining order on Amy. A depressed Amy is let out of the cell with a caution, but is warned that the consequences will be serious if it happens again. She and Kerry are driven back to the village.
Val and Eric are relieved that Amy is seemingly back on the right track. However, unknown to them, an optimistic Amy tries to sell the stolen necklace to an intrigued Rodney. Val hears that Amy is having drinks with Andy and is delighted to assume that she is being distracted by Andy rather than Kyle now.
Amy's heart breaks as Andy excitedly discusses her moving in and she is left feeling guilty as they declare their love for one another. Val and Eric are also thrilled to be able to refocus their attentions on each other rather than Amy, as they believe her to be back on the straight and narrow.
Heading for the docks, Kerry speeds along in the campervan with Amy and Kyle in the back of the vehicle. At the same time, a desperate Val has hounded Dan to call Kerry.
Cain reluctantly follows Dan and Andy as they race off to find Amy. A furious Val smacks Kerry upon her arrival to the docks. Kerry lies, telling everyone that Amy has already gone, but Val clocks her glance over to the ferry that is still in the dock. Kerry pleads with them to let Amy go as the police and Joanie arrive. Will Amy get away with leaving with Kyle?
The police know Amy kidnapped Kyle and give Kerry a fine for wasting police time. At the same time, Victoria gives Val and Andy letters from Amy. An anguished Val lashes out at everyone and Eric questions if they still have a marriage. Meanwhile, Paddy admits to Vanessa that he wants Leo back to try to help mend his marriage. Marlon reluctantly agrees to let them have Leo back. Elsewhere, Cain won't open up to Moira over his feelings for Kyle. Also, Laurel has decided to tell the truth in court. Finally, Sandy is saddened to see Ashley struggling to update his résumé for the vicar's job. He tells Edna that he has a surprise lined up for him later. Later, Sandy rolls up in a convertible car for him.
Edna and Sandy aid Rhona when she feels faint in the café. Suspicious that she is back on the pills, Marlon tells Rhona that Leo isn't going anywhere until he is sure she is clean. Later, Chas comforts Paddy as he wonders if Rhona is back on drugs, unaware that Rhona is watching.
Paddy realises that Vanessa also thinks Rhona could still be using pills when he finds her checking the drugs cabinet. After saying they should split up if they can't trust each other, Rhona promises Paddy that she is clean, while he swears that there is nothing going on with Chas.
The stress of the secret is putting Rishi under pressure as he finds himself telling another lie to explain Sam's behaviour after he quits his job. However, it is Charity's abrupt questioning that proves too much for Rishi when he suffers a sudden and shocking heart attack.
The doctor tells the Sharma family that Rishi has had a minor heart attack. Charity stares down at the 'mini-Jai' in his buggy. Jai, Sam and Rachel are worried as Charity pushes it further and won't let it go. Later, Charity challenges Sam to explain his falling out with Jai.
Charity rails at Jai and then shows Rachel her full fury as she slaps her, demanding the truth. Charity proves that she's an angry force as Jai attempts to defend his actions, but Charity flies off the handle, smacking his drink and glass against the wall.
With the truth out, Priya is further stunned when Jai explains that Charity has moved out and Noah has gone too. Charity is on the warpath, wanting the Dingles to evict Rachel - but will Zak and Lisa be told what to do by her?
Declan fumes to realise that Robbie was the one who let slip to Katie about her name being on the deeds. Later, all are shocked by Declan's wild state and Megan suffers when his fury turns physical. Meanwhile, with the truth out, Rachel worries for her family - will Jai evict Ali and Ruby?
As Megan attempts to conceal her bruise both physically and emotionally, Robbie is suspicious and threatens Declan, convinced that he is behind it. Megan wonders what has become of her brother. Meanwhile, Priya tells her family of her decision to keep the baby. David sternly informs her that if she wants him to be part of their baby's life, that means including Alicia too.
Feeling low after the fall-out with Noah, Charity considers Priya's advice to talk to Jai. Later, Jai is encouraged when Charity arrives at Holdgate Farm and something in her demeanour has changed. Although the estranged couple begin making some headway, they quickly come to blows when Charity comes face-to-face with Archie.
Noah is devastated to learn that Charity is divorcing Jai and quickly sets off to the factory in a quest to find out why. A drunken Charity heads off in pursuit of Noah, but is stung when she arrives to see the obvious close connection between Jai and her son. Charity does not take kindly to Jai's words and soon takes out her anger behind the wheel of a digger.
With Charity manoeuvring the digger to wreak further damage, Jai makes a surprise move of his own as he picks up a large mallet. Jai knows Charity wants his attention - surely her extreme actions must mean she still has feelings for him? Later, when Cain goes to Charity's aid, Moira cannot help but feel a tad put out.
Cain does his best not to squirm under Jai's questioning. At the same time, a humiliated Charity wishes the ground could swallow her up whole. Later, a determined Jai takes Charity to a memorable place, a lake where she had promised never to leave him.
In an attempt to win Charity back, Jai buys her a flashy new car, but while she may seem temporarily impressed, her smile fades to rage. Later, Charity asks Cain to sell the car for her, offering to split the profits in a bid to keep him quiet about her drunken come-on. When Charity tells Jai that she has given the car to Cain, he does not quite react as she might have expected.
Moira struggles with her conscience and the thought of facing people following Laurel's verdict, but she is relieved when Marlon softens towards her. However, the truce does not last long as they are interrupted by Cain, who is throwing Ross out of the barn that he has been sleeping in. Ross asks if he can stay a few nights.
Ross steals money from Moira's drawer when he gets a threatening text reminder from Marcus. Acting the innocent, he offers to help Cain at work. Although suspicious of his motives, Cain is swayed by Moira and relents. At the garage, Debbie is aghast when Ross turns up to work and makes her feelings known to Cain.
Ross distracts himself from his worries at the pub. At the same time, Marcus and his gang of men head to Butlers Farm. Things turn nasty when the men hold Moira back, lock her in the van and set upon Adam. Later, Cain and Ross arrive to sheer devastation. Butlers is trashed and an ambulance is called. Ross realises he is to blame, while Moira and Cain are at loggerheads.
Moira visits James at his farm to borrow some kit, meeting Finn and Pete too. She is shocked to find James's farm in a state of disrepair. Later, Cain wonders where Moira has got to and worries that he is losing her. The pair argue when Moira returns and she fumes to learn that Charity made a pass at him.
Moira tells Charity to keep away from Cain, as she knows she threw herself at him. The ladies spar in the garage, but both are oblivious of Dan, who is in agony having trapped his hand in a car engine. Later, Cain tells Charity that her car has been stolen. Cain arrives home at the farm to a frosty reception from Moira, who wonders where he has been.
Fed up with Ross and Adam's constant bickering, Moira tells Ross to take Cain's place at the garage. Debbie reluctantly agrees when Dan claims that he can't work due to his injuries. Ross grins as he sets his sights on Debbie.
Robbie is unhappy to leave Megan with Declan. In the café, a determined Megan stuns Gil when she tells him that she'd like to take him up on his job offer. Declan is stunned when Megan shares the news with him, telling him that she's moving out today.
Charity is putting on a brave face over Archie's birthday, but she is struggling to keep a lid on her feelings. Debbie admits her fears about Charity to Lisa. Soon afterwards, Lisa is shocked to see intent in Charity's eye as she sits behind the wheel of her car ready to mow down Rachel and Archie.
Jai reels at what Charity has asked. Charity crumbles as she admits that she can't cope with how things are, and Jai is shocked at her vulnerability. Charity is defiant - he has to tell her what he wants. As Georgia enters with presents for Archie, Jai tells her what Charity has asked him to do.
It's the day of Archie's party, but there is confusion in the air. Will things remain as they are for much longer? Meanwhile, Ashley and Harriet finish final preparations for their interviews and the tension is palpable. Sandy confides in Harriet about the past and why Ashley wants the job so much. Harriet is taken aback.
David and Priya are at the hospital for their first scan. The pair bond as they marvel over their baby, but Priya misreads the signs and goes in for a kiss. It's a kick in the teeth for Priya when not only does David back away, but also breaks the news that he and Alicia are getting married. As it's all too much for Priya, will she carve David out of their baby's life?
With James's farm having been repossessed, Moira stands firm, telling him that he needs to face facts - there is no farm for him to go back to. Moira is awkward when an emotional James is over friendly towards her. Later, Moira is put in a difficult position when Finn and Pete ask if they can stay.
There's tension at Butler's Farm as the new arrivals try to get along together. Zak is very worried about how Cain will react to James and his sons moving in, and he's particularly worried about James being around Moira. Zak leaves Cain a message, urging him to come home. Later, Moira and James are dressed up and just about to leave for a farmers' party when out of the blue Cain returns.
Charity covers her hurt with bravado as she insists to Debbie that she's going to come out on top in the divorce. Later, Jimmy reminds Charity that Rishi's money was used to buy into the company. Worried, Charity needs a creative solicitor's number.
It doesn't faze Ross that he is in Jai's bed as he and Charity kiss. Charity is excited at the thought of Jai returning home and catching them. At the same time, Jai broods in the pub, with Rishi refusing to let him go home and cry.
At Home Farm, Robbie is scared for Declan. He looks round at the mess and calls Megan, telling her to get home. At the same time, Declan is alone in the woods. He marches further in, carrying a shotgun. Later, a gunshot is heard.
Megan is worried about Declan's delusional behaviour over the business. Later, she is stunned to learn that the bank has decided to repossess. Sam arrives wanting to be paid, but is shocked when Megan tells him they will have to let him go - news that is not set to go down well.
As David celebrates his last night of freedom at The Woolpack, he is aware of Priya's sad eyes on him. David tries to comfort Priya, but fighting her tears, she tells him that she wants him to call off the wedding and be a proper family with her and their baby. Filled with guilt, David pulls Priya close for a hug - just in time to be observed by Val, who has arrived in the search of more booze.
It's the day of Alicia and David's wedding, but everything seems to be going wrong. Alicia's boiler has packed in, so she can't get ready at home, then Val accidentally burns her hair while styling it. Val has also got a bad feeling that Priya will spoil the wedding day and tells Alicia why.
The fire starts to take hold at Home Farm. Charity tries to throw water on the flames, but a satisfied Declan watches on as the blaze spreads even more. With a fleeing Charity horrified by the unfolding events, Declan pours himself a drink while the room burns around him.
Home Farm is burnt to a shell and Megan's life hangs in the balance. As the fire investigation officers look over the smouldering embers of Home Farm, a desolate Sam watches from a distance. Later, Sam is questioned about the fire and his nerves take over.
Megan is still in a coma. Declan sits at her bedside tormented by guilt, while Charity goes to see Sam and Rachel to find out what he said to the police. Charity knows Sam is hiding something that could work in her and Declan's favour. At the same time, Robbie is determined to get a confession from Declan. Soon the police are questioning Declan, who begins to flounder.
Declan is galvanised by Charity's determination to be strong, but soon tells the police about the other CCTV system. The police look at the CCTV footage and when they see Sam returning to Home Farm, they're instantly suspicious. Meanwhile, as cocky Cain tells James that he's taking Moira away for the night, she gets ready full of anticipation, thinking that he's going to propose to her.
2006
Paul underestimates his strength when he finds himself surrounded by homophobes, whereas Viv is unsupportive when Bob wants to regain contact with his children.
Paul gets annoyed with Ivan's desire to keep their relationship quiet. Viv looks for ways to reward Bob, and Val gives her a few good ideas. Matthew drowns in self-pity and shuts Edna out.
Viv is aghast when Barbara reveals that Bob has one more daughter. Meanwhile, Ivan is furious with Paul when Thelma Louise makes an appearance.
Betty is troubled by last night's mystery caller and decides to call the number back. She discovers it is in fact the Salvation Army in Hull. Worried Betty tells Alan. She reminds him that if he doesn’t act now he will always wonder ‘what if?’, and so the two of them head off to Hull. Terence covers his shame at living in a hostel by angrily having a go at Alan for turning up unannounced.
Alan goes to see Terence again in Hull. They go for a drink. At the pub an edgy Terence insists on sticking to a soft drink. Taking their seats, it's awkward and stilted between the two men as they make small talk, trying to reconnect after so many years apart. When talk turns to Terence's living arrangements, Alan confesses he recognises the signs that Terence has a drink problem.
Alan admits to a stunned Steph that he's seen Terence. Anxious, Alan explains that Terence has fallen on hard times and he would like to invite him to the village to re-establish their relationship. Steph argues against it and asks her father not to bring him here. She eventually walks out. Later, Betty questions Steph's reluctance at a reunion with her brother and probes Alan.
Terence arrives in Emmerdale. After Tricia's tree planting Alan reveals to Steph that Terence is waiting in the pub and asks her to join them for a drink, Steph is thrown but agrees. Composing herself, Steph prepares to face her brother. When Terence sees Steph entering he greets his long lost sister.
As Donna and Kelly look through wedding magazines, Donna confides about Viv’s warnings that she’ll look like Tricia in her choice of wedding dress. Up in Marlon’s bedroom they are shocked to stumble across Tricia's wedding gown.
After a heart to heart with Diane, Marlon asks Donna to meet him and she arrives to find the lounge full of heart shaped balloons. He apologises for the way he has been acting over Tricia and reveals that he has been having dreams about her.
After Alice’s scan is assessed, she is informed that the baby is in distress and she will need a caesarean section. Aware of the risks of caesarean birth, a frightened Alice urges Lisa to contact Sam. Alice is fetched to go to theatre but with no sign of Sam she spills her heart to Lisa, telling her that if something should happen to her she has to tell Sam how much she loves him and that he must be strong for their son.
Sam and Alice watch as their baby is delivered and the umbilical cord is cut and clamped. The pair are worried when the baby is taken away but a nurse explains he is fine, he just needs help with his breathing and has been taken to an incubator.
Finally allowed to see her baby Sam explains he's called their son Samson, Alice, getting the double meaning, loves the name. Alice is enjoying seeing her baby properly for the first time when an alarm goes off on Samson's incubator, Alice worries but Sam, having been shown how to deal with it, takes it in his stride.
A dejected Danny goes to Connelton View and drunkenly shouts his love for Dawn, insisting Scott is no good for her. Dawn goes to the door and tells him to stop making a fool of himself but when a smug Scott appears, Danny goads him until he's wound-up enough to land a punch. Dawn is appalled by Scott's behaviour and tells him that she wants him out of the house.
Alice and Sam are distraught as they learn that Alice's Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma is very aggressive and has spread to her central nervous system. The doctor tells Alice that she’ll need to start an intrusive form of chemotherapy as soon possible. Sam is taken aback by Alice's negative attitude and tells her that she’ll have to take her medicine and get better. A terrified Alice insists that she doesn’t have to do anything. Over at Connelton View, Dawn remains adamant that she wants Scott out. He nastily asserts that she won’t be able to pay the mortgage without him and she is left worrying about her financial situation. Terry later offers to lend Dawn £50,000 to buy Scott out.
Sam tries his hardest to boost a gloomy Alice but nothing seems to lift the shadow that is looming over her. Sam takes her to see Samson but she insists that it's all pointless as she is going to die anyway. Sam is stunned by her brutal words but his attention is soon diverted when Samson's alarm goes off. Sam and Alice stand by feeling hopeless as the nurses resuscitate their tiny baby.
Sam finds Alice talking through her first chemo treatment with the doctors and wanting no more secrets between them, Alice makes sure Sam understands what will happen. As Alice has her first lumbar puncture, Sam can only cling on to her hand. With Alice in pain afterwards, Sam tries to take her mind off things.
An angry Dawn tells Jo that she’ll have to find somewhere else to live, but when she later calms down she realises that she can’t afford to lose any more friends and offers an apology. Scott sees the two girls in The Woolpack and he tries to stir up trouble between them. He is left humiliated as they publicly tease him and he decides that he wants revenge. Scott makes a vicious phone call.
Alice is slightly taken aback to witness another cancer patient's hair come out in clumps. She decides to take control of her own destiny and starts to hack at her hair with a pair of scissors. Later, Sam is taken aback to see Alice with no hair, but she breaks the silence by asking him if he loves her as an egghead. Sam is terrified as the seriousness of Alice's illness hits home.
In The Woolpack at Betty’s birthday party, Steph is left feeling second best when Terence gets on well with everyone and even takes to the piano to sing Happy Birthday. Alone with Adam, an upset Steph wonders if her childhood admiration of Terence initiated or prolonged the abuse. Dismayed, Adam tries to assure Steph that victims often feel like they’re to blame but it's unjustified.
When Ashley breaks the news to Jasmine that her parents are not returning, Jasmine asks if she can stay and go to school locally. When Ashley hesitates, unsure, Jasmine assumes he doesn’t want her either and feeling upset, she leaves to be alone. Laurel is aghast at Ashley's insensitivity and insists that she is happy to be a guardian to Jasmine. Meanwhile, Sam returns home from hospital with Alice. Lisa tells Sam and Alice about preparations the Dingles will need to make in the house for Samson’s homecoming.
Nicola reveals to Simon that all she wants is the man she fell in love with and hands over a cheque from Rodney signed to him for £25,000. A confused Simon is stunned. Nicola knows that Simon has refused Rodney's cash before but given their recent arguments over money, hopes that he will accept the cheque for the state of their relationship. Meanwhile, Jasmine tells Debbie that Ashley has changed his mind and agreed to let her stay at the vicarage and attend Hotten Comprehensive. Debbie feels a pang of envy, knowing she's ruined her own academic opportunities and realising how different she is to Jasmine.
Simon receives a surprise visit from his old flame Natasha Abbott. Later, Simon reveals to Lesley that Tash is in a position to pay him back the £3,000 that she owes him and has also insisted that he accept an additional £2,000 as a thank you. Thinking the money will ease their relationship problems, Lesley urges Simon to tell Nicola. Meanwhile, Terence has been offered a job with the Kings and ponders where to live. Alan feels that he may have outstayed his welcome at Betty’s and reveals that he's considering buying Tug Ghyll, inviting Terence to live with him.
After a run-in with Terence, Steph lashes out at Adam. She claims that Adam's responsible for dragging up the abuse she had fought to keep hidden. Adam is angry and tells her that he is sick of her mood swings. Stunned, Steph suspects that Adam is doubting her story and orders him out. Elsewhere, Simon admits to Lesley that Nicola’s materialism is getting to him and he wishes they just had a relationship based on love, rather than money. Lesley urges him to face his problems and not give up on his wife-to- be. Meanwhile, Owen tells Len and Pearl that he is desperate to know more about his dad and would like to visit his grave. Pearl is stunned that Owen thinks his father is dead.
Betty manages to stop Steph from leaving the village for good when she tentatively states that if there is any truth in her abuse claim, Terence will have won if she runs. Sensing Betty has some doubts about Terence, Steph gains strength and tracks Terence down. Refusing to allow him to control her life, Steph threatens to tell the village what he did to her as a child unless he leaves. Claiming that Terence's charm is already wearing thin, Steph believes Betty has seen through him and others will too.
Betty voices her concerns about Terence, who approaches a nervous Steph in the shop and Steph is shocked when a smiling Terence whispers a threat to her. Viv clocks the tension and later makes a remark to Alan about why Steph and Terence don't get on. Alan questions Viv's comments with Terence who sees an opportunity to cause friction for Betty and so gives the impression that it's Betty that can't be trusted to keep quiet, not Steph.
Adam is worried for Betty after she discovers Alan and Terence are moving out, but she insists she wants to be left alone. Later, Adam is convinced that something is going on with Steph but initially she refuses to admit she is being threatened by Terence. Meanwhile, at a palm reading evening, Nicola is miffed when she's told her love life may be in trouble. When Simon returns from the pub, Nicola showers Simon with affection but an argument ensues. Also, Tom discovers his visitors are arriving a day earlier than expected and asks Pearl whether Nicola is still providing silver service catering. Pearl spots an opportunity to raise cash to fund her trip to Hong Kong and she tells Tom she has taken over that side of the business and agrees to provide staff for the night. Pearl is chuffed until Len reminds her she's yet to find the man power.
Nicola flicks through Simon’s phone and is horrified to discover several texts and phone calls to and from Tash. Nicola is convinced that Simon is having an affair but Lesley explains about the money Tash has paid back, forcing her to confront Simon. He explains that he was testing her abilities to live without lots of money and believes she's more in love with the lifestyle they used to have. Furious at being tested, Nicola takes off her engagement ring.
Lesley and Ivan force Simon and Nicola together for a head to head to sort out their differences. Simon traces their problems back to when he lost the business and is adamant that Nicola only wanted Simon the entrepreneur, not Simon the man. Nicola is hurt and claims the problem is that he has lost his drive and ambition.
van offers Nicola some support over her break up and she finds herself falling for him even more. As he offers a shoulder to cry on, Nicola mistakes his concern for attraction and finds herself staring at him adoringly. Ivan's perturbed by Nicola's affection and can’t help but wonder if she's trying to make a pass at him. Paul apologises to Ivan for going through his phone and to prove his trust asks Rodney if he can give Ivan a key to the house.
Having been invited for dinner at Mill Cottage, Nicola makes a special effort and dresses to kill. Later, having had too much to drink Nicola makes a pass at Ivan. Feeling bitter about being rejected, Nicola takes Rodney aside and expresses her concern that Paul will end up heartbroken as she doesn’t think Ivan is really gay. Rodney starts to worry for Paul and Nicola is satisfied that she's made him suspicious
Belle lets slip to a horrified Debbie that Cain is bringing baby Sarah back to the village. Debbie makes it clear that she wants nothing to do with her daughter, and as she packs her bags, she tells her family she is going to London to find Charity. Lisa loses her temper, but Debbie becomes increasingly stubborn, insisting that if Sarah comes back she will have her adopted. Meanwhile, news of Sarah's possible return spreads like wildfire, and Andy can’t wait to have his daughter back in his arms. Elsewhere, Chas tries to spend quality time with her son but she is disappointed when he tells her that he’d rather be with Shadrach than his mother. To make matters worse, Gordon asks if Aaron can stay a little longer and, the young boy makes his feelings crystal clear as he stomps to his room in protest.
Debbie finds herself all set to become Charity mark two. As the Dingles discuss Sarah's possible return, Debbie decides to give them the message that she doesn't want Sarah back and tips her old cot down the stairs. Lisa tries to stay calm as Debbie tries to get a rise out her but Debbie can see that she is getting to Lisa.
Debbie goes to look at a hostel, but after seeing the living conditions she swallows her pride and heads back to the Dingles, telling them that she has decided that she wants Sarah back. Their shock turns to anger when she admits that she wants her baby so that she will be able to get her name on the council housing list. Cain tells his daughter that she is poison and she is blanked by the entire family.
Chas sends Aaron packing when he hits her where it hurts Aaron plays up when Chas won't let him visit Shadrach and Del. Angry that she won't let him do as he likes, he tells her what he heard about Carl and Del sleeping together. Chas storms over to confront Del at the factory and Val quickly calls Carl for back-up.
Carl desperately tries to reason with Chas, aware that if he can’t talk her around she’ll be heading back to the army. When Carl fails, Del decides to give her cousin a few home truths and she tells Chas that what she had with Carl meant nothing and that Chas would be stupid to let him go. Over at the café, Bob’s ex-wife Barbara turns up with Josh and Carly, telling Viv and Val that she felt guilty about denying Bob time with his kids. Bob realises that he's going to have to act like a blind man, but in order to spare him, Viv and Val decide to tell Barbara that he has been cured.
Viv is horrified to find that Donna has booked their hen party at an outward bound centre, and is mortified to see that Jean has joined them. Things go from bad to worse as the brides-to-be fall out, and during an argument, Donna blurts out that she wishes she wasn’t getting married. Meanwhile, Jean can’t help but let slip that she has married Bob twice and Viv feels flat, knowing that she is the last in a long line of Bob's conquests. Meanwhile, Dawn goes to see Bob and insists they are going to Derbyshire to attempt to make things up with Josh, Carly and Barbara. Bob apologises to Josh for lying to him about going blind, and tries to convince his son that he's always cared about him. Bob is gutted when Josh refuses to forgive him and returns home convinced he's the worst dad in the world.
The big snip means that Viv'll never be a mother again. The miserable hen party return to the village and Viv is horrified when the reporter turns up and informs her that the readers have lost interest in Buffy and that they won't be doing a feature on the wedding. Viv swears to make the wedding more appealing to the press and sacks Belle as ring bearer, passing on the role to the rabbit. Bob is furious that Viv could be so cruel and noting Belle's disappointed face, he berates Viv's behaviour.
The men go to a casino for Marlon and Bob’s stag do. They all watch in amazement as Bob's number comes up. After collecting his money, Bob disappears into the night saying that there is something that he has to do. The other stags are left confused. On the way home from the stag do, Marlon explains to Paddy that he is having doubts about the wedding. Paddy decides to call Donna as Marlon should be bearing his soul to her. Donna catches up with Marlon at Smithy Cottage. Meanwhile, Sam approaches the Kings to sponsor Alice’s wing walk. Tom is impressed and gives generously. Tom thinks back to his wife's struggle with cancer and tells Carl that Sam will need all the help he can get with Alice. Tom later finds Sam and gives him a video camera so that he can film the wing walk.
The men return to the village and feel terrible as they are forced to tell Viv that Bob has gone missing. Viv is fraught with worry that her wanting a baby has forced Bob away. Meanwhile, when the reception venue cancels at the last minute, Donna is left to try and find a replacement. After some thought, she comes up with the idea of having the reception at The Woolpack. Marlon, however, doesn’t agree but will he be able to find an alternative in such a short space of time. Sam and Alice are told that Samson can go home on Friday. On returning to the Dingles, Alice airs her doubts that Samson is ready to come home. She gets upset and the family worry that everything is getting to her.
It is the morning of the double wedding and whilst Viv panics that Bob has gone forever, Donna worries that she hasn’t been completely honest with Marlon about Max and she heads off to the Dingles’. Once with Marlon, Donna reveals that she has had wobbles since day one and tells him that she was in love with Max. Marlon is taken aback. Meanwhile, Jean turns up at a hotel to pick Bob up, telling him she has come to take him to the wedding. In the car, when Bob points out that she has driven past the turning for Emmerdale, she slams on her brakes and begs Bob to give their relationship another chance.
At the Dingles', everyone celebrates Samson’s homecoming. Alice, however, is clearly uneasy and unable to rest as she is worried that Samson will stop breathing. Also, Dawn is stunned when she discovers her mum, Jean, in bed with Terry. She goes to open up the café and ropes Jamie in to help. He is highly amused by last night's shenanigans but Dawn is less than impressed. Betty and Adam are skeptical of the money Terence is borrowing from Alan for his ex-wife. When Betty calls his ex-wife, she hangs up at first mention of his name. Viv, not wanting to see Donna move out to be with new husband Marlon convinces them to remain with her in order to save money.
Alice is exhausted having stayed up all night with the baby. Sam tells her that she should have woken him, but she says that she was happy to be with her son. Alice tries to change Samson's nappy but struggles as she starts to feel queasy. She explains it's a side effect from the chemo. Alice wants time alone with the baby and sends Sam out. Alice panics when she hears Samson making strange noises and rushes straight to hospital with Del.
Betty tells Steph that they should go to the police now that they know about Terence's court order to stay away from his wife. Steph tells Betty that it's no good and refuses to involve the police. Meanwhile, Alan questions Terence on the injunction. Terence explains he never hit Janice he was simply fighting her off.
Terence goes home to find Alan preparing the evening meal. The doorbell goes and Terence is shocked to see it is two officers from the child protection unit. The officers question Terence but he insists that the accusations Steph has made are untrue. After the officers have left, Alan vents his frustration. He is completely supportive of Terence, but states that he is going to the B&B to have it out with Steph and Adam.
After yesterday's events, Terence wakes with a sore head and packs his bag. Terence hides his things as Alan arrives and wanting to give him good news, Alan reports that his cheque should have cleared by now and that he'll have a bankers draft made out to Terence for £20,000 later today.
Alan is taken to hospital and explains to Steph about Terence's confession and begs for her forgiveness. Steph can't believe that it has taken this to persuade him that she is truthful. Alan feels a failure as a father, not only because of not realising that the abuse was going on, but also because he raised two such troubled children. Steph questions how Alan could have failed to notice that there was a problem.
Hari discovers that the Sugden's water has been contaminated with antifreeze. Hari assures Andy and Jack that there will be a thorough investigation of how their water came to be contaminated. He says that they'll be looking upstream. Jack suspiciously notes that the Kings' development is upstream, but they decide to leave the officials to investigate.
Jack's angry when the Kings come up smelling of roses and is convinced the Kings have dumped the antifreeze and along with Andy he shows the environmental officer around. Meanwhile, Daz is subdued convinced he has blown their chance to nail the Kings. Jasmine convinces Daz to tell Andy the truth. Later that day, at the Kings development, the environmental officer questions an aggrieved Matthew and Jimmy. Matthew, a picture of injured innocence, gives the officer the run of the site.
Andy and Daz take revenge on the Kings. As payback for getting away scot-free yesterday Andy and Daz break into the Kings' development site office and set to work at destroying everything. Later when Jimmy sees the site office devastation he vows that the Sugdens won't get away with their latest reprisal. However Matthew reminds him that whatever he touches gets messed up and states that he will deal with it. Later that day finding Jack, Matthew congratulates the Sugden clan on having the last laugh by trashing the office. News to him, Jack is genuinely baffled, but Matthew warns that they're quits now.
After a night spent at Katie's bedside the nurse assures Andy that Katie's chances of survival are good. The nurse suggests he chats with Katie, sure that a familiar voice will be soothing to her. Once alone Andy tries speaking but doesn't know what to say. Meanwhile, at Butler's Farm, Jack fills Daz in about Katie. Alarmed, Daz agrees it is terrible news but wonders what it's got to do with Andy.
Tom inveigles Carl to keep Matthew away from Sadie. Carl wanting to take his kids horse riding is miffed when Edna regrets all the horses are booked. When Carl suggests using Cossack, Edna awkwardly refuses and suggests he speak to Tom for a reason. When Carl questions Tom, firm that he doesn't tell Matthew, he reveals that Sadie is coming to collect Cossack tomorrow.
Carl discovers that Sadie is coming to collect her horse Cossack tomorrow, and although he feels uneasy about keeping Matthew in the dark, Tom convinces him that it is for the best. Worried about a chance meeting between Sadie and Matthew, Tom invites Matthew and Carl to a golf tournament the following day.
Sadie is clear to Matthew that she and Alasdair are serious. At Oakwell Hall, Matthew and Jimmy arrive for dinner as guests of the Sinclair-Hydes. Both are shocked to see that Sadie has been invited too. During the dinner it is clear Matthew is wounded by the closeness between Sadie and Alasdair. Perdita notes with interest as Sadie and Matthew leave the room.
After finding a cryptic poem, Chas heads out to the woods where she is bemused to find a box containing a camcorder. Pressing play, Chas watches in astonishment as Carl romantically proposes. Touched, Chas looks round to see Carl standing nearby, bearing a ring and waiting for an answer. Chas is delighted by the wonderful proposal. Elsewhere, Matthew looks for information about Alasdair. He is disappointed when he finds out he is a multi–millionaire and knows he cannot compete. Later, when Tom confronts Matthew, telling him he knows Sadie was at the dinner, Matthew insists the pair are history. Meanwhile, with Sam’s worries ringing in her ears, Alice starts to have doubts about the wing walk. But when a journalist reveals she has fan mail the pressure mounts.
On the day of the wing walk there is no sign of Carl and Chas is certain that he can’t overcome his genuine phobia. However, as Alice’s plane takes off, Chas is amazed to see a petrified Carl following in tandem. Upon landing, Carl looks worse for wear and can barely form a sentence. However, despite being breathless, Carl manages to declare his love for Chas and once again asks her to marry him. Meanwhile, Paul reveals to Ivan that he knows about his aunt's wedding. Ivan reveals that as they have not been together long he doesn’t want to come out to his family. Upset Paul leaves. Angry that Paul has to turn everything into a drama; Ivan turns to Nicola for support. Meanwhile, Alice is still having second thoughts, wondering if the wing walk is a foolish risk.
Sure Ivan's ripe for the picking, Nicola goes in for the kill. Having calmed down from yesterday, Paul apologises to Ivan for getting angry but admits he was hurt. Accepting Paul's apology, Ivan and Paul tentatively start making up. Receiving a call from an upset Nicola, Ivan cites that she needs support and heads off. Though low, Nicola over plays the victim when Ivan arrives and he comforts her. Nicola, snuggling into him, loves it. As Nicola downs her wine, she reckons Ivan is too good for Paul. Thinking she's joking, Ivan is amused.
As Nicola tries to apologise to Ivan he cruelly blasts her. Later, Lesley, convinced Nicola and Ivan are having an affair, demands an explanation from Nicola. Still hurting from their earlier conversation, Nicola doesn’t deny the accusation. Disgusted Lesley threatens to tell Paul unless she hands over Mulberry Cottage to Simon. However, refusing to be blackmailed, Nicola tells her to go ahead and tell anyone she wants.
Rodney informs Paul of Ivan’s infidelity, and when a livid Paul confronts Ivan, he is quick to deny the accusations. Annoyed that Paul won’t believe him, Ivan seeks out Nicola. In The Woolpack, Ivan confronts Nicola in front of everyone, insisting she tell the truth. Feigning hurt, Nicola lambastes Ivan for denying that they’ve been together. An angry Rodney intervenes and sends off Ivan as he comforts Nicola. Laurel aware of Nicola's crush on Ivan asks her what is going on. Nicola once again lies and tells her she and Ivan slept together. Rodney continues to comfort Nicola, much to Paul's annoyance. Meanwhile, having misread the signals, Toni is angry when Hari rejects her. However, back at home, her anger turns to upset and she seeks comfort from Paddy.
Rodney realises it takes two to tango and confronts Nicola. Paul arrives at Mill Cottage to see Rodney, but is confronted by Nicola. Initially apologetic, Nicola, provoked by Paul's anger, finds herself telling Paul that she and Ivan were having an ongoing affair. Rodney and Kelly arrive and Paul is saddened that Rodney continues to defend his daughter, even though she is in the wrong. Later Kelly informs Rodney that Nicola is now saying it was an affair with Ivan - Rodney is confused as to why Nicola would lie and resolves to confront her.
A vicious little bitch until the end, Nicola is run out of town. Laurel lets it slip to Ivan that Nicola has admitted she lied. Ivan goes to confront Nicola who is unrepentant and says she will do as she pleases. Later, Laurel challenges her friend again and insists she tell the truth. They have a row, culminating with Laurel throwing Nicola out of Mill Brook Cottage. Nicola really has no-one left.
Jamie arrives back in the village unexpectedly. Bob's delighted to see him, and is encouraged by his son's tales of a successful business venture back in Spain. Enthusiastic, Jamie reveals his new company are looking for investors and urges Bob to chip in with a couple of thousand pounds. Thinking of Viv, Bob's not so sure but, chuffed and proud to see Jamie making a go of it, agrees to the cash.
Bob's gutted when Jamie chooses to leave Emmerdale. Once his dad has handed him the cash Jamie hurriedly packs his bags and sneaks out of the Hopes'. Bob however catches his son mid-flit and is gutted by Jamie's deceit. After trying out some more lies on his father Jamie is finally forced to admit the truth although he warns Bob it's going to sound ridiculous.
Back at home after seeing Jamie leave for the station with Pearl, Viv gives Dawn an earful for not telling her that Jamie had stayed the night. As Dawn tries to defend herself, Viv's clear that there's no time for all that now as they have to get to the station and stop him.
It's celebrations all round at The Woolpack when Dawn passes her driving test. When Jo arrives to join the party she hands Dawn a couple of letters. The celebration becomes even more worthwhile when a letter from Hotten College tells Dawn that she's been accepted on her course.
Dawn is apprehensive about her interview with the counter fraud officers. Knowing someone local must have shopped her, she's finding it hard to contain her anger. Arriving at the job centre with Bob for moral support, Dawn is stunned to be greeted by Counter Fraud Investigator, Philipa Reed.
Viv is convinced that Kelly is the snitch and fills Rodney in. Rodney can't believe that Kelly would sink so low and confronts her. Crushed that Rodney believes the gossips Kelly reveals to Rodney that Scott is the grass. Later Dawn approaches Kelly and Rodney, wanting to finish off what she started yesterday. A chivalrous Rodney steps in and puts Scott in the frame as the grass.
Katie has been given the all clear and is free to leave tomorrow. Although her mother is confident that Katie will love her new life over in Greece, Andy sees that Katie doesn't share her mum's confidence. Later when Chas visits, with Caroline away, Chas twigs the reason for Katie's reticence is because she still has feelings for Andy.
When Daz quizzes Andy about Katie's progress, he informs them that she's leaving hospital with her mum today. Daz is chuffed that they'll be seeing the back of her. Katie tells Chas that she turned down Andy's offer to stay at Butler's Farm but she looks uncertain about the decision she's made. Andy asks Carl if he'll pass on a card to Katie. Seeing Andy is subdued, Carl advises Andy that if you really care for someone you should fight for them.
Jimmy invites Ion, one of the King's new builders to The Woolpack for a congratulatory drink, for all the workforce's hard work. Martin clocks this, over-hears Ion's foreign accent, and wonders to Louise what the Kings are up to. This gives Louise an idea to find out more information for Martin. Whilst collecting glasses later, she quizzes Ion, with detailed questioning. Jimmy notices this and warns Ion that her boyfriend is a copper. Ion's reaction to this news confirms the worst for Jimmy.
Matthew is brooding on Sadie's invitation when Tom interrupts him, and later at Pear Tree Cottage he can't concentrate on work. Meanwhile, Sadie is in a hotel room preparing for her wedding. Rosemary Sinclair helps her future daughter-in-law into the wedding gown. She sarcastically remarks that it's a shame that none of her daughter-in-law's family are able to attend, and attempts to buy Sadie out of the marriage. Sadie turns her down flat.
Sadie marries Alasdair but then goes off with Matthew. Matthew is desperately trying to find the church but is lost. Meanwhile, Tom, Jimmy and Carl speed their way there. With Matthew a no show, Sadie steels herself. There is a noise at the back of the church - it's Tom, Jimmy and Carl. Tom is confident that it's now too late for Matthew.
Sadie is furious when Tom reveals to her and Matthew that Jimmy has been made MD of King & Sons. Matthew demands a settlement and an argument ensues. Jimmy finally agrees to talk to Matthew and offers Holdgate as a goodwill gesture while the lawyers thrash out everything else. Will Matthew accept?
Andy is concerned when Katie's ex-boyfriend announces he is coming to town, but conceals his feelings - leaving her thinking he doesn't care about her after all. When she tries to tell him how she feels, he assumes she's trying to tell him she doesn't want him, and asks her to leave the farm. Jimmy tries to buy Matthew out of the company, and Jasmine accuses Debbie of using her to wind up Cain. Laurel is very reluctantly roped into reviving the choir by Bishop George. George and Ashley visit Wishing Well Cottage to give Alice and Sam money for their fundraiser. Sam tells Alice that since Samson is alright, that must mean Alice will be too.
Having stayed the night at Chas's, Katie tells her that she hoped that she and Andy had a chance of getting back together but says that his behaviour towards her the previous day implied that he's not interested. She can't believe he's turned his back on her. Chas points out that Andy might have got the wrong message about Kieran. Katie resolves to have it out with Andy.
Jasmine bows out of a day with an old friend from boarding school in favour of spending time with Debbie. As they enjoying mucking around at the Cricket Pavilion, Debbie hopes that Jasmine hasn't abandoned her school books for her, but Jasmine insists that she wants a bit of fun.
Jasmine sees Daz, and guilty about neglecting him before, she invites him to talk. Jasmine wishes that he and Debbie would be friends again so that they can all hang out together. Debbie turns up and persuades Jasmine to hang out with her before school. Daz feels uncomfortable in Debbie's presence and refuses to join them. Debbie and Jasmine run into Katie and Andy in the café.
Following Rosemary's arrival with the annulment documents and Sadie refusing to sign, Rosemary is confident today that since the marriage was never consummated, her prenuptial agreement is worthless. However Sadie had planned for this and gets out Sam's video tape from the previous day, with footage of them in the background, that reveals she and Alasdair have been alone since the wedding day. Rosemary watches the footage of Alasdair begging Sadie to take him back, then disappearing into Holdgate Farm with her.
Horsing around, Rosemary gets the last laugh with Sadie. Matthew insists that he should accompany Sadie to the Sinclairs' as he is certain that they won't hand over the settlement without a fight. When they arrive, Rosemary is very cool and she invites them to sample her new French chef's cuisine. After the meal, Rosemary's conducts the handover. As Sadie reads the document Rosemary smugly notes that though the company was worth a million on Friday, it is now worth nothing.
Matthew wants to leave the village with Sadie as soon as possible, but she insists that they can't leave until they've sold Victoria Cottage. Matthew is sure that Tom will buy it, however, when asked, Tom doesn't want to know. Out of the blue, Tom gets a call from his old rival Don Clough.
Rodney decides that now is the time to help Paul out and at The Woolpack’s 70's disco night announces that it's clear Paul still loves Ivan and they should try again. It is evident Paul has moved on from Ivan but there's a flicker of thought from Ivan when Paul moves away. Elsewhere, to make room for shooting parties lodging at the B&B, Steph surprises Adam by moving all his belongings into her room.
Paul apologises to Ivan for his dad's behaviour the previous night and Paul is shocked when Ivan reveals he wants them to start again as lovers. Paul doesn’t feel the same way and tells Ivan they don’t work as a couple and doesn’t think they can be friends either. Ivan decides to leave town for a while. Meanwhile, Nurse Grace tells Adam that she has taken a call from an elderly man asking for details about him.
Steph’s confidence is knocked when Adam’s bright and breezy ex-wife Isla turns up at the B&B to off load more of his belongings. Adam's mood is much better as the caller turned out to be a hypochondriac checking out local doctors. Steph, unaware of this, mistakes Adam's mood change as being solely about Isla. When Isla has gone, Steph is spoiling for a fight.
Steph fears the consequences of what she has told Adam. She tells him that she accepts that their relationship is over, but is terrified that he will report her to the police as it would destroy Alan. Still shocked by the revelation, Adam tells her that he needs time to think. Elsewhere, in desperate need of funds, Lesley and Simon look for a new lodger to replace Ivan.
As Lesley bags up Rodney’s clothes for jumble she comes across his credit card. Although initially she intends to return it, when she finds the millionaire lavishing an expensive gift on Kelly she has a change of heart. Lesley uses the card to pay her phone bill, but as she battles with her conscience she cuts up the card to avoid further temptation. Lesley confides some of her fears in Pearl who is struggling with the loss of beauty treatments and other luxuries as she scrimps for travel fare to see her grandson.
Dawn receives a repayment letter and is devastated by how much she owes. Jamie suggests she asks for a loan from Bob or Jean, but Dawn knows her father is broke and doesn’t want her mother involved. Scott and Dawn argue when Scott is upset about Viv not letting him know sooner that Zoe sent pictures of Jean.
Dawn realises Scott has carried out his threat when a policewoman arrives to question her. Dawn's about to confess but Viv comes to her aid by providing an alibi. Later on, Jean arrives to reunite Jamie with his dog, Snoop, and tells Dawn that she intends to sort her out. Her first act is to evict Jo and pay Dawn's debts. Adam panics when Terence comments to Steph about the doctor's past. Luckily for Adam, Steph is preoccupied with her upset over Terence's reappearance and Adam takes the opportunity to suggest they start a new life abroad. Hari and Paddy meet Oakwell Hall’s residents, Grayson and Perdy, in the hope of securing new business.
Having taken out a loan to pay off Terence, Adam hopes he’ll soon be rid of him for good. However, Terence demands more money and aggressively insists this is just one of many payments. Frightened by Terence's behaviour, Adam decides the only way to control him is to use some drugs to put him to sleep. Adam panics when he gets a call from Steph saying that she's on her way home, and drags Terence's body down into the cellar. He tries to act normally when Steph gets home but, just as he's convincing her that everything is fine, there's a loud crash from the cellar door – Terence has woken up. Dawn begins to feel suffocated by her mother when she starts picking out potential jobs for her in the paper. Dawn voices her desire to do a childcare course but Jean is dismissive, insisting earning a wage is more important.
Full of shock, Steph and Adam have to fight Terence off. Adam hits Terence over the head with a stool but that doesn't stop him. They try escape, but they forgot they locked the door. As Terence chases Steph up the stairs Adam is already up there. Terence begs "Mary" not to leave him, and tries to convince her that she's better off with him. Adam picks up a fire extinguisher and hits Terence over the head with it. Terence falls down the stairs as Steph screams, and he dies with a violent comeuppance. Jack asks Marlon to do the buffet for the young farmers do in May. Marlon makes a comment about farming that offends Jack.
When Steph turns down Alan’s lunch invitation, Adam tells her that they must keep up appearances to avoid suspicion and insists they go. During lunch Steph does her best to hide her turmoil but eventually breaks down. Adam manages to get her out of the pub, leaving Jack and Alan concerned. Toni is devastated to learn that Jimmy has given the job to Chas. Seeing her upset, Paddy gives her a comforting hug before bracing himself and admitting that he loves her. Toni gratefully replies that she loves her best mate too.
Various villagers attend church for Easter Sunday. Ashley gives a brief sermon and then announces an Easter Egg competition hosted by Laurel. Lisa and Belle are eager to make an egg; Victoria only becomes interested when she learns there's a prize. She likes an egg until she learns Daz designed it. With Hari's prodding, Paddy buys the biggest egg he can find and begins to pipe icing on intending it to read ‘Toni will you go out with me?’
Val spots Eric in the back of a van and seizes the opportunity to confess her true feelings. She jumps in and closes the door behind her, insisting they need to talk. Val convinces Eric that she doesn’t want to play any more games and wants him back. Unfortunately, as they get passionate in the back of the van, the brake goes off and they careen down the hill, crashing into the Easter Egg competition being held by Laurel and destroying all of the eggs, along with the prize. Hotten Courier reporter McNally tells Eric to expect quite a writeup in the next day's edition.
Wanting to scupper her own chances of getting elected, Val delivers an outlandish manifesto based entirely on the truth about her life. She is convinced her plan has worked and is glad to see Eric happy again. Her plan backfires when McNally tells her in order to drive up newspaper circulation, he's going to help increase her support by painting her as honest and gutsy.
Alice talks to Del about what the doctor said the previous day. Del tells Alice that she has to stay strong, but Alice repeats what the doctor said about the chemo prolonging her life, not curing her. Del is rocked as Alice contemplates choosing to stop the treatment.
Daz is worried that Jasmine will get sent back to boarding school and tries to talk her out of stealing the alcohol. Jasmine however, insists she’ll be fine. As Louise takes a delivery, Jasmine nervously steals a crate of spirits but as she makes her getaway, is caught by Cain. Jasmine is left confused when Cain promises he won’t tell anyone. Kayleigh has to be helped out after getting so drunk she can barely walk.
Diane, Jack and Andy berate Daz for his behaviour and refuse to believe his explanation that he merely took the blame for Jasmine. Later that day Daz tries to comfort Jasmine after an argument with Debbie. He explains why he stuck up for her and attempts to kiss her just as Debbie comes back downstairs. An argument ensues and in a moment of anger a smashed bottle of vodka sends the vicarage up in flames. Debbie frantically tries to escape the fire. Sick and feeling dreadful, Kayleigh gets no sympathy from Martin who is still furious with her. Louise thinks Kayleigh has learnt her lesson through her hangover.
Discovering that the fire was started by a bottle of vodka, Debbie decides to take the rap to protect Daz. After leaving the hospital, Debbie storms out in search of Jasmine after a row with Cain. Ashley tries to keep them apart but Jasmine runs to Debbie telling her how much she misses her. Ashley arrives and tells Jack that Debbie has admitted to starting the fire. Jack is confused after Daz's previous confession. Later, Daz asks Jasmine and Debbie why they protected him and is grateful for the second chance. Meanwhile, at Alice’s hen night, the girls are enjoying tequila slammers before a stripper arrives. Alice is taken aback but Chas and Del are protective and encouraging. Alice is hurt when she realises Del told Chas that her cancer was terminal, but decides to enjoy the night.
Its Alice and Sam's wedding today and the whole village turn up, Zak walks Alice down the aisle. Sam finds out Alice is going to give up chemo treatment and focu more on her final time with her new husband.
Debbie confesses her love for Jasmine and Tom King decides to employ Dawn Woods to be an assistant to Edna.
Daz offers to take the blame for the fire but Debbie wants to own up.
Carl smacks Matthew while Debbie and Jasmine are found kissing by Debbie's father, Cain.
In court, Dawn is devastated when she is given a custodial sentence for benefit fraud. Jean and Terry are left reeling as a distraught Dawn is taken down. Back at the village, Bob is in shock when Jean fills him in. Jean breaks down and she and Terry move close as he comforts her. Meanwhile, Jimmy outlines his plan to get the show home at the new development completed in double quick time, but Carl worries the schedule is unachievable. Eric promises to call in some favours on the condition that Jimmy allows him to do a photo shoot for publicity at the development.
Val and Eric are delighted to see the newspaper showing her staged kicking of Bolan the dog. Tom tries to take Jean’s mind off Dawn and invites her for a drink. Terry is left disgruntled as he watches the two get to know one another. Later, alone with Jean, Terry reveals his jealousy. Meanwhile, Hari is on a job at Oakwell Hall and is captivated by Perdy’s flirting. When her husband Grayson arrives he is oblivious to his wife's attraction and invites Hari and Paddy to join him at a golf tournament on Tuesday.
Terry and Jean finally admit their feelings for one another. However they both know Dawn will react badly to their relationship and so decide to keep it quiet until she comes out of prison. Later, Jean visits Dawn in prison and she asks after Terry. Meanwhile, Hari bumps into Perdy and the chemistry between them fizzes. To find dirt on Irvin Ward, Eric pulls in a favour from local PI, Colin Matthews. Later, Jimmy recognises him as the detective that Sadie used and tells Kelly. She then informs Rodney.
Convinced he has a source of information on Irvin Ward, Eric heads off to meet Shirley Walsh in a local layby. Eric questions Shirley about Irvin but is taken aback when she gets increasingly frisky. All of this is caught on camera by the Hotten Courier photographer. After telling Paddy that his mum is ill and so he can’t attend the golf tournament Hari meets Perdy in the surgery. Meanwhile, Jean comes up with a plan for her and Terry to stay together and remain a secret. The plan involves using Tom’s affection as a cover up.
A pragmatic Eric tells Val that he has neglected her and promises to spend more time with her. Later Eric learns that his rival, Irvin has gone AWOL and may pull out of the election. Meanwhile, Louise finds Kayleigh writing a letter to her mum. When Kayleigh asks her to check the letter, Louise is shocked to discover that Kayleigh is writing to tell her mum about Louise and how she is happy with her new ‘mum’. Simon is surprised to see Ivan back in the village. They soon ease back into their old ways and their friendship warms over a pint.
It's the day of the election and Eric, Rodney and Val gather to hear the results. Val is not surprised to be revealed as last, but Eric is disappointed not to have done much better. Rodney, however, is delighted that Irvin has won. Elsewhere, whilst searching for the savings book, Len finds an old premium bond and realises he's won £1500. Meanwhile, Kayleigh tells Louise that she overheard her talking to Diane about not wanting to be her mum.
When he catches her at his computer, a desperate and fraught Pearl is forced to admit to Eric what she has been up to. Eric is intrigued and helps Pearl try to access the site, only to reveal that it no longer exists and that Pearl has been a victim of a scam. Pearl is devastated and begs Eric not to tell anyone. Meanwhile, knowing that Rodney is standing for election, Jimmy asks him to look favourably on the Kings if he's elected. Elsewhere, Lesley dolls herself up in the hope that she’ll see her old flame Bobby-John Downes. When she finally sees Bobby-John, she tries to seductively head over to him but doesn’t see The Woolpack trap door has been left open and ends up head over heels on the cellar floor!
Pearl learns that the police have been unable to retrieve the money she lost on the internet scam, and is forced to borrow from Eric. Simon voices his disapproval of Lesley's relationship with Bobby-John, and Rodney tries to use Paul as a means to curry political favour.
Pearl confesses to a furious Len about borrowing money from Pollard, and he insists she tell her friends the truth. Lesley is devastated when she sees Bobby-John flirting with Del and Val, and Simon responds by throwing him out of the house. Paul and Kelly plan to go into business together.
Deciding that he has to clean up Pearl’s mess, Len goes to Eric to pay off the loan and get the ring back. However, when Eric taunts him over the poor quality of the ring, Len snaps and punches him. Later, a furious Eric tells Pearl that their contract states that she must pay him an additional £500 early payment fee. Pearl refuses, but Eric insists that either she pay up or he’ll tell the police that Len assaulted him. Elsewhere, Bobby-John is determined to make things up to Lesley, so he decides to re-create the night he stood her up and arrives in an ill-fitting seventies suit with a motorbike and sidecar! Lesley is clearly charmed. Meanwhile, Rodney surprises Paul and Kelly with the chance to create their own spa and leisure resort.
Lesley and Bobby-John decide to spend a night together at a hotel, but in order to pay for it, Lesley resorts to using Kelly’s credit card. On discovering what his mother has done, Simon rushes to the hotel and confronts Lesley. She is shamed and humiliated as Bobby decides he doesn’t want anything to do with a fraudster. Elsewhere, Jasmine accepts a lift to college from a fast driving Cain. Meanwhile, it's Tom’s birthday and he's expecting a quiet meal at a fancy restaurant. However, much to his horror, he's taken to Dingle homestead to share his birthday with Alice. Having had enough, the Kings and Chas return home, where Tom and Jimmy receive a chastising from Chas. Regretting his behaviour, Tom decides to return to the party.
Lesley decides that she will come clean to Rodney about the credit card. She goes to find him but Bobby-John stops her, telling her they’ll find a way to sort this out together. As they sit in the pub thinking of ways to get out of Lesley's pickle, Rodney starts to accuse Kelly of having an affair. Lesley realises that Kelly is getting the blame for the spending on the card and is forced to confess. Elsewhere, Daz suspects that Jasmine has a boyfriend. He decides to follow her to find out who the boy is, but gets a shock when he spots Jasmine getting amorous with Debbie! Meanwhile, Katie returns from her father's inquest and despite the fact that the coroner's verdict was one of unlawful killing, Katie still feels responsible. She tearfully tells Andy that she and Brian were arguing at the time of the accident.
Debbie sees Daz in the café and tells him that she hopes he isn’t going to get all jealous and ruin things for her and Jasmine. He argues that he could have outed them if he wanted to, and as they bicker, a row escalates and Debbie inadvertently outs herself and Jasmine to the stunned locals. Jasmine is horrified when she hears what has happened and blames Debbie entirely. Later that day, Cain finds an upset and confused Jasmine. He tells her that she can’t know if she's a lesbian as she hasn’t had a man. He moves towards her, as if he is going to kiss her. Elsewhere, Simon finally gives his approval and a love struck Lesley heads off into the sunset with Bobby-John.
Jasmine is desperate to sort out the confusion in her head and she dares Cain to show her what a man can give her that a woman can’t. They kiss and Cain suggests taking things to the bedroom. Later, Debbie finds a distressed Jasmine and has another go at patching things up. Meanwhile, Paddy examines Jonas and tells Andy and Katie that it looks as though he has navicular disease and may need to be put down. That evening, Paddy seems genuinely down as he tells Toni about Jonas and she is moved by Paddy's sensitivity. Also, Steph and Adam return to the village and announce that they got married. The villagers are stunned, particularly Alan, who hints to Adam that he is worried that he's taken on a lot. Adam outlines his happiness and Steph, picking up on her dad's concern, assures him that Adam is her rock.
Steph wakes up full of energy, but after eating the breakfast that Adam prepared for her, she is soon visibly more relaxed. Laurel is the opposite – very groggy and tired. Adam realises Laurel has taken the drugged drink meant for Steph and covers saying it must be a bug. Adam is clearly unnerved by Laurel and Ashley’s presence and later breaks the boiler so they have no option but to move out. Later on, Steph catches Adam adding a pill to her dinner. Shocked, Steph questions him and he explains that the pill calms her down. Elsewhere, Hari tells Katie that certain drugs could prolong Jonas’ life. Paddy fumes that it is unethical to keep a horse alive when you know that it is going to die. However, Hari explains that whereas Paddy sees people as friends, he sees them as customers.
Marlon finds Steph at the B&B in such a deep sleep that he can’t wake her. She begins to stir and tells Marlon that Adam administers her pills. Marlon informs Alan that he is concerned about Steph and Alan's worry grows over Adam's involvement with Steph. Meanwhile, Steph asks Adam if she can stop taking the pills but, with a menacing tone, he refuses. Elsewhere, Paddy tells Katie and Andy that it's not in Jonas’ best interests to be kept alive and the horse is put down. Paddy thanks Toni for her support over the last few days and tells her that he's glad to have a mate like her. Meanwhile, TJ sees Jean and Terry kissing. Terry is asked to work for Tom on his day off and has to take TJ in with him. TJ is drawing a picture when Edna notices that he has drawn a picture of a couple kissing. Jean quickly snatches the picture, arousing Edna's suspicions.
Alan, Marlon and Betty arrive at the B&B for a surprise belated wedding party for Steph and Adam. Steph is clearly on edge and struggles to maintain her composure. She has a flashback to the night Adam murdered Terence and freaks. Adam manages to calm her and puts her to bed but Alan's concern increases. After the guests have left Steph declares that she can’t cope with the lies and plans to confess. Panicked, Adam reminds her that they could go to prison. Seeing Adam panicked, Steph says that she is prepared to shoulder the blame as she loves him so much. Elsewhere, Jean flirts with Tom. Tom later confesses to Terry that he's thinking about asking Jean out. Terry tells Jean about Tom's plan and is alarmed when Jean says that she will accept. Jean promises that it is only to divert people away from their relationship, but Terry worries about Dawn finding out as she comes out of prison the following day.
Adam tries one last time to persuade Steph not to confess to Terence’s murder but to no avail. Steph and Adam go round to see Alan and she blurts out that she killed Terence. Steph leads Alan to where Terence's body is buried, but as they approach the woodlands a chilling shock awaits them. Elsewhere, Jean enjoys her date with Tom, but makes an excuse to cut the night short. Jean tells Terry that she misunderstood Dawn’s point of view and that she would be hurt if they were together. However, they end up in bed and when a flushed Jean returns to Connelton View, Dawn assumes that Tom put a smile on her face.
Steph hasn’t slept overnight and Adam suggests to Alan that psychiatric help is needed. Steph loses control after seeing Adam's face and lashes out, striking him. Alan realises Adam is right. The psychiatrist confirms Adam's diagnosis of Steph and explains that she needs to stay in hospital under careful observation. As Alan and Adam go to leave, Steph begs her father to stay with her. It wrenches Alan to leave his sobbing daughter. As the realisation of what he has done starts to hit him, Adam begins to break down. Also, Ivan complains to Matthew about working for the Kings, saying that he feels undervalued and in a rut. Ivan suggests he’d be happy to take a job with Matthew, and annoy Carl into the bargain.
Steph manages to pass her psychiatric assessment and is due to be released. However, Adam panics that his past may catch up with him and he quickly drugs his wife. Steph begins to hallucinate, and out of control, she lashes out, hitting a doctor who is trying to restrain her. As her behaviour suggests that she is far from sane, will Steph be able to prove her sanity? Meanwhile, Dawn tells Jamie and Jean that she is thinking about moving back to Spain. Worried that Dawn is serious Jean and Bob decide they need to make her feel wanted and decide to throw her a surprise party. Will seeing all her family and friends together be enough to persuade Dawn to stay in the village?
Debbie is disappointed when Jasmine tells her that she can’t spend the day with her due to her revision. Later on, when Debbie hears Perdy asking Ashley if the church would be interested in helping collect books and toys for an orphanage in Bosnia, Debbie volunteers their services, hoping that it will give her and Jasmine an opportunity to spend time together. Elsewhere, Steph realises she has to play at being ‘normal’ to be let out of the hospital. Meanwhile, Chas tells Carl the only way to hurt Matthew is through his wallet. Determined to get revenge, Carl is thoughtful about Chas's idea.
When visiting Steph, Alan begins to believe the sincerity of her pleas. Later, Alan quizzes Adam on why he thinks Steph has suddenly turned on him. Suspecting that Alan may believe Steph, Adam acts hurt that Alan could imagine he is capable of murder. Elsewhere, Matthew and Sadie are horrified to find the tyres on their trucks have been slashed. Matthew immediately accuses Carl of the vandalism, but when Chas provides him an alibi Sadie decides that the only way to get to the bottom of the matter is by hiring a security guard.
Seeking further revenge, Carl and Chas return to the haulage yard in balaclavas. The pair set about causing destruction but when Carl spots Cain acting as a security guard, the pair leg it. Cain hears the disturbance and follows in hot pursuit. Without Carl realising Chas stumbles on her bad knee and is caught by Cain. As Cain approaches with a crowbar determined to make the intruder pay, Chas screams out and pulls the hat off to reveal her identity. Meanwhile, Jasmine returns a book to Cain and is surprised to find he knows the book in depth. Later, Jasmine is at home with Debbie and finds a parcel. It is the book back from Cain with a note asking her to meet him the following night. Jasmine is left feeling apprehensive but excited by Cain's interest. Meanwhile, Jean keeps pretending to Dawn that she is interested in Tom.
Jasmine heads to the haulage yard to meet a smug Cain. He jokes that he knew she would turn up, but Jasmine insists she only came to tell him to back off and states she knows he's only interested in her to try and hurt Debbie. Skilful, Cain charms her, insisting there's far more between them and he knows she's not gay. Jasmine confesses to all of her confusion and Cain insists that the only way to find out her true sexuality is to try other options. Flattered by his attention, Jasmine gives in to her desire. Later, Cain tells Matthew that he saw off the intruders but as it involved violence he has wiped the security tape as he doesn’t want a counter charge on his hands. Cain later tries to blackmail Carl with the tape. Elsewhere, Dawn decides to match make Tom and her mother, so she tells Mr King that Jean is keen. When Tom asks her out, Jean is forced to accept, much to Terry’s horror!
Jasmine breaks down in front of Laurel and blurts out that she has had sex with a boy from school. She admits she is worried she might be pregnant. Laurel is mortified and insists she goes to get the morning after pill. Jasmine assures her that she will and Laurel promises not to tell Ashley. Later, Jasmine is at the bus stop when Cain drives up and demands she get in. Jasmine hesitates but gives in before she accuses Cain of using her. He promises he isn’t and tries to convince her with a passionate kiss. Thrilled but trying to remain cool, Jasmine asks Cain to run her into Hotten to get the morning after pill. Jasmine arrives home and tells Laurel she has taken the appropriate action. Relieved Laurel urges Jasmine to confide in Debbie, oblivious to the fact that she has slept with her girlfriend's father. Elsewhere, after being forced to tell Tom she isn’t interested. Jean is driven home by Terry.
Tom sees Terry and Jean leaving the police station and they are forced to admit to him that they have been dating for ages. Tom is outraged and states he can no longer work with either of them and fires them. Dawn finds out after Tom tells Edna what had happened and is furious, telling Jean that she and Terry will no longer see TJ as long as they are together. Meanwhile, while with Debbie, Jasmine receives a text from Cain asking her to meet him the next day. Elsewhere, Toni is forced to listen to a drunken Paddy wax lyrical about Del.
Del desperately tries to teach Titch some tricks but the pup runs away. She searches for the runaway dog as Chas comes out of The Woolpack. Still angry with Del, Chas starts an argument. As a furious Chas jumps in her car and speeds away, Titch comes bounding round the side of the pub. Del screams but it is too late as Chas hits the dog. Del rushes Titch to Paddy who performs an emergency operation. Elsewhere, worried that Cain will blow their secret, Jasmine heads off to find the devious Dingle. However, when she discovers him alone with Samson she sees the bad boy in a new light. Meanwhile, Dawn decides she is taking TJ on holiday to Cornwall. Terry, however, is left worried she may not return with his son.
Paddy confesses to Del that Titch may not get better. Del admits she knew he was lying so as not to hurt her feelings and the pair share a kiss. Meanwhile, at Butler's Farm, Jamie and Katie are deep in conversation. Jo makes a remark to Andy that it seems Jamie fancies Katie. Desperate to pay back Eric, Pearl decides to partake in a home-working scheme making silk flowers.
At his BBQ, Andy gets more and more jealous of Jamie and Katie spending time talking. Later, Katie finds Andy drunk and he admits he cannot bear to see her fawning all over Jamie. The couple argue and Andy angrily brings up Katie's past misdemeanours. Shocked by Andy’s outburst, Katie reminds him she has apologised for her past mistakes and she cannot stop other men flirting with her. She informs him that if he cannot let go of the past, there may not be a future for them. Also at the BBQ, Toni plays the concerned friend and she warns Del that Paddy is on the rebound, revealing all about Paddy confessing his love to her. Furious Del confronts Paddy. Elsewhere, Pearl has to work through the night to complete the silk flowers.
Determined to finish the silk flower order, and with Eric out of the factory, Pearl continues to make them. When Eric catches her, he fires her on the spot as well as demanding all his money back by 5pm the next day. Pearl starts to despair. Meanwhile, Daz’s mum Denise returns to the village after Victoria calls her. A reluctant Daz finally gives his mother a chance but tells her he is going back to live at Butler's Farm with Andy and Katie and therefore will not be leaving with her. Jack and Andy are angry with Victoria and she is grounded. After Andy tells her what it is like to have a mother like Denise, she snaps and storms upstairs. She later apologises. Diane confronts Jack and tells him to put her and Victoria first instead of focusing his worry on Andy, Daz and the farm. Elsewhere, Toni realises she messed up with Paddy and tries to patch things up.
Pearl shares her woes with Edna who urges her to be honest with Len. Later, Val asks for information on the investment scheme. Knowing that Eric needs paying that day, Pearl takes Val's money pretending to invest it. Hating herself, Pearl repays Eric but he is clearly suspicious. Looking for some common ground between herself and Daz, Diane hits on the idea of offering him a job glass collecting at the pub. However Jack is not happy with the idea and confronts Diane. Meanwhile, at the night café Shadrach turns up expecting a freebie from Donna. Donna, however, warns him off.
Donna works hard to make the night café a success and is furious when the Dingles come in demanding that as they are family they should eat for free. To make matters worse, Donna finds Shadrach swigging from a bottle of booze in the shop and as she runs after him, he darts upstairs interrupting Viv and Bob seducing one another dressed in naughty attire! In her fury,
Donna insists that she is pressing charges against Shadrach and a horrified Marlon urges her to reconsider. She refuses to back down and Zak tells her that she must stand before the Dingle court. Donna finds the whole farce ridiculous and tells them that they better get used to her shopping them because she intends on joining the police. She storms out telling Marlon that he must choose – his family or her. Over in the Woolpack, Daz works as a glass collector but he cheekily drinks the dregs from the glasses
Victoria is fed up of the arguments between Jack and Diane and she cruelly implies to Daz that they are getting divorced. An upset Daz runs off to Seth's hide and Jack later finds him. At an all-time low, Daz tells Jack that he plans to put himself back into care. Jack insists that Daz has a home with him and Diane, and suggests that they make it official.
Diane is furious to hear from Victoria that Jack has told Daz that they are going to adopt him. It's the last thing Diane wants to do, but she can’t bear to break the young lads heart. Sensing that Diane doesn’t want to be his guardian, he goes to see her and thanks her for everything, saying that he would rather she was his friend than his mother and that he has decided to move back in with Andy and Katie. Diane is moved to tears and Daz hugs her before heading off.
Rodney is horrified when a story appears in the Hotten Courier stating that his son is a transvestite and his girlfriend is a porn star. Kelly and Paul are hurt, feeling that Rodney has let them down. A photographer suggests Eric and Rodney pose for a picture together but when Eric makes a cutting remark about Kelly, Rodney lamps him and the whole thing is caught on camera. Elsewhere, Marlon prepares Del and Paddy an aphrodisiac meal and then leaves them to it. They are about to head upstairs when a jealous Toni interrupts them and, knowing exactly what she is doing, hangs around as long as possible. Meanwhile, Alan finally decides to go and see Steph and, he cuts to the chase, asking her outright if she killed Terence. She sticks to her story that Adam killed Terence.
Viv is sure that she has pregnancy symptoms so announces she is expecting during a family lunch. The stunned family are unconvinced, so Viv rushes to see the doctor for confirmation. Bob is devastated when Adam explains the test is negative, but refusing to give up, Viv lists her ‘pregnancy’ symptoms. She is horrified when Adam explains it sounds like she's going through the menopause!
Daz tells Katie that he’ll be watching her and is just waiting for her to slip up. She tells him he better get used to her being around because she isn’t going anywhere and he retaliates by making a dig about all the men she has had. Angrily, Katie slaps him. Elsewhere, Buffy the rabbit gives birth to a surprise litter of baby bunnies. Viv sees this as a positive sign and vows that she is determined to get pregnant, whatever it takes. Meanwhile, Eric sees a happy Rodney with Kelly and Paul, leaving his election victory seeming hollow.
Bob suggests that he and Viv perhaps consider surrogacy. Meanwhile, Donna and Marlon are gutted that they have been refused a mortgage. Viv hits on a plan and propositions Donna - she will pay her house deposit in return for the use of her womb! Over at Butler's Farm, Andy is angry at Daz when he catches him shouting at Katie. Daz gets upset and, when he fails to get in touch with Jasmine, he rings his mother. Elsewhere, Cain tells Jasmine to end her relationship with Debbie.
Edna is furious when she catches mischievous Kayleigh and Victoria in her house rifling through her things. An angry Edna loses her temper and in a lost moment she lashes out, slapping a stunned Victoria. Meanwhile, Viv desperately tries to convince Donna to be a surrogate mother for her and Bob. With Donna unnerved at the thought of carrying her own sibling and Marlon having nightmares, will sensible Bob put his foot down? Elsewhere, Katie asks Daz if they can get along for Andy’s sake, but will he agree to put his brother's feelings before his hatred towards Katie?
Daz is shocked when Jasmine confesses to him that she is seeing Cain. Daz reacts badly to the news and when he returns home he takes his anger out on Katie. Expecting him to be violent, Katie is shocked when he kisses her, determined to prove she is a slag. Revolted, Katie agrees not to tell Andy, however, they are unaware that Jo has spotted the kiss from a distance. Meanwhile, Sadie and Perdita are both out riding. Sadie slaps the hindquarters of Perdita's horse and it rears as she struggles to control it. Later, Sadie finds the horse without Perdita. Elsewhere, Debbie sees Jasmine and Daz together and wrongly assumes they are a couple.
Daz is at the end of his tether and calls his mum for a second time. When she visits, he tells her he wants to leave the village and go with her. Andy is upset by Daz's decision, but he is forced to say farewell to his brother. When Katie suggests that Jo also moves out, the manipulative lodger blackmails her, telling her that she saw the kiss with Daz. Before he leaves the village, Daz warns Debbie that Jasmine is not all she thinks she is, leaving her worried about what he is implying. Elsewhere, Ashley is horrified to find a box of condoms amongst Jasmine's stuff and confronts the teenager.
Jasmine tells Cain they must end things before Debbie finds out. As the pair share one last passionate kiss, Debbie appears and is devastated by what she sees. Meanwhile, the Chugspokes, who are staying with the Dingles, send their pig out looking for truffles. When the pig fails to find any, they realises that Belle’s pig, Petal, has a special talent and decide that they need her instead. Elsewhere, Jo continues to blackmail Katie, leaving Katie terrified that Andy could hear about Daz kissing her.
Cain admits to a disgusted Jasmine that he used her to get at Debbie. Their conversation is overheard by a mischievous Sadie and she later confronts Jasmine about it. Meanwhile, Debbie declares that Cain has lost her and Sarah forever and vows revenge. Elsewhere, Katie demands that Jo stops blackmailing her. With Andy oblivious to the situation, Katie fears that Jo could wreck things for the couple forever. Meanwhile, Simon accepts an offer on Mulberry Cottage. But he is the only one celebrating as Ashley, Laurel and Sandy agonize about being made homeless.
Dawn returns from holiday and informs her mum that although she can never be happy for her and Terry, she will accept it for now. Later, she confides in Jamie that her future plans mean that she won’t have to tolerate the situation much longer. Over at the Dingles’, Debbie storms out with a final threat to Cain that she hasn’t forgotten his betrayal. She reminds Cain that the rest of the village will be disgusted to learn of his affair with Jasmine. Debbie is offered a bed at Home Farm with Chas. Meanwhile, Shadrach, Beryl and Barney have a lucky escape as they flee from a truffle hunt. Later, Shadrach secretly plots his revenge when he overhears the Chugspokes making fun of him.
After Shadrach fakes a sore leg, the Chugspokes go on the truffle hunt alone. He finds their secret stash before Beryl and Barney are caught by the ground keepers and banished by the Dingles. Beryl is suspicious of Shadrach's scheming but he is thanked by Zak and Lisa. Meanwhile, Bob overhears Jamie telling Scott that Dawn is moving away. He is devastated and heads off to try and change her mind. Scott deviously tells Terry who confronts Dawn in The Woolpack. They argue and later, Terry drops a bombshell that could change everything. Also, Del and Val are concerned that Pearl has lost their money in an internet company. Pearl agrees to show them the website.
Terry and Jean argue over Terry's custody battle with Dawn. Later, Jean tells Dawn who threatens to bring up her mother's relationship in court. When Terry finds out about their conversation he is livid and demands to know who Jean will support in court. Meanwhile, Pearl sabotages the factory computer so Del and Val are unable to check their investments. Pearl hatches a plan and borrows some money from Danny. He is under the impression that the money is for an anniversary present for Len. Elsewhere Belle uncovers Shadrach’s involvement in the truffle scam. After questioning the scoundrel she teases a confession that he planned to steal Petal. After she informs the rest of the Dingles, Shadrach is left with a very fitting punishment.
Pearl is delighted when her gamble pays off, but after the bookmaker convinces her to make further bets she ends up in a lot of debt. Meanwhile, Terry resigns himself to the fact that Dawn and TJ are moving away. Shadrach is forced to wait on Belle hand and foot. Matthew and Tom have a civil conversation; Matthew being pleased at their progress makes Sadie feel uneasy.
Pearl avoids confessing to Len about the trouble she is in, and at the factory things get worse when Val tells Del about the scam. Later, the two of them tell Len everything and he takes Danny with him to find her. Meanwhile, Jack and Zak have to conjure up another plan to sabotage the development after the estate agent returns. She is initially impressed with the tour of the site until she finds a drunken Shadrach relieving himself against one of the houses. Also, Bob is worried about Viv as she considers IVF treatment. However, Viv is adamant and demands that the tests continue.
Jimmy confronts Jack over his involvement in Shadrach’s antics. Jack is pleased to have wound Jimmy up, but denies any part when a digger attacks the show house. The pair exchange words outside The Woolpack and things are about to get violent before Diane separates them. Jimmy tells Carl that the show house will be ready in time. Meanwhile, Viv is told that she could never carry a baby even if she became pregnant. She gets upset, feeling that she has failed Bob. In an attempt to cheer her up Bob resorts to the only option they have left. Elsewhere, Len is angry and upset that nobody told him about Pearl’s problems. Later, he and Danny ring around, desperate to find her.
Viv welcomes Kelly back from Italy but immediately requests for her to be a surrogate for her and Bob. Kelly is horrified and tells Bob about the incident. Bob confronts Viv and they agree to find a more appropriate surrogate. Over at the Kings’, Jimmy lies to Tom and Carl that an engineer has inspected the damaged show home. Jimmy becomes stressed as he tries to sell his prize draw tickets and when Jack winds him up he becomes short of breath and collapses. The worried Kings rally around. Meanwhile, Sadie is stunned when Cain threatens that if she doesn’t sleep with him, he’ll tell Tom that she asked him to damage the show home.
Donna and Marlon discover that they have won a house in the prize draw. However, their joy soon turns to shock when they discover they still have to pay £6,000 as a deposit. After struggling to borrow the money the couple are left wondering where to turn for help. Meanwhile, Viv and Bob are shocked to discover the mammoth cost of a surrogate as well as the slender legal position they would be in as parents. That evening Donna finds Viv drunk and crying. After Edna criticises the surrogacy idea,
Sadie offers Cain some money if he agrees to leave her alone. This angers Cain and he later convinces Jimmy that they are having an affair. Jimmy asks him to prove it. Meanwhile, Marlon is astonished when Donna tells him that she agreed to be Viv and Bob’s surrogate. After he calms down she convinces him that this will help her mother and get them a dream house as well. The couple hand over the deposit cheque to Carl. Also, Debbie is upset when Scott hires an apprentice, Wayne. After Wayne tries to chat her up she uses it to her advantage and shares all of Scott's horror stories with him. Later, she watches in glee when, after Wayne mentions Zoe, Scott fires him. Debbie is thrilled when she is offered the job as Scott's new apprentice.
Sadie receives a text from Cain asking to meet her in a country lane. He blackmails her into kissing him and, as she does, they hear a click and see a flash. A smug Jimmy has managed to capture the moment on camera. That evening, Sadie and Matthew have dinner at Home Farm and Jimmy enjoys watching Sadie sweat as he gets out his camera. Meanwhile, Viv lectures Donna on treating her body with special care in order to prepare for the baby. As she tells Donna what she can and can’t eat and drink, Donna begins to wonder if she's doing the right thing. Ashley is worried about Jasmine. When he witnesses a row between her and Debbie he tries to get to the bottom of the problem. A worried Rodney continues to press Eric about planning permission.
Sadie asks Cain to tell Jimmy that he's got it wrong about them being a couple. Cain refuses and says that if Matthew asks, he’ll say they’ve been at it for weeks. Later on, Sadie gets revenge on Cain by letting slip to Ashley that she has heard that Jasmine has been seeing Cain. Furious, Ashley storms round to the pub and he grabs Cain, slamming him against the bar. Cain snidely insists that Jasmine was gagging for it, so Ashley sends him backwards into the counter with a punch. Meanwhile, Zak and Lisa are appalled by Cain's behaviour and kick him out of the house. Zak tells him that he brings shame to the Dingle name and he disowns him. Cain drives away from the village, but not before telling Sadie that he can’t wait until she loses everything.
Jasmine apologises to Debbie and tells her that Cain only did it to get at her. She tells Debbie that she feels used and breaks down as she explains that she knows how it feels to lose your family as now Laurel and Ashley are fighting and may split up. Meanwhile, the atmosphere is tense between Laurel and Ashley and, despite Laurel making it clear that she is sorry, Ashley refuses to accept her apology. Laurel protests that she didn’t tell him because she knew he would over react. Questioning Adam’s nurse, Alan is shocked when she tells him that Terence had gone to the surgery on 9th April, remembering the date as it was her mother's birthday. Alan demands to see Adam.
Alan is desperate for Steph to get out of the clinic and he says he will help her to pass her assessment. However, Steph has become institutionalized and isn’t sure she wants to leave. Alan eventually convinces her that she must fight and she gets out by saying she made the whole thing up and only said Adam killed Terence to get his attention. Meanwhile, Jamie asks Katie to do a few night shifts at the café. She agrees, but Andy looks decidedly uncomfortable with his wife's decision.
At the B&B, Steph searches through Adam's belongings, sure that Terence had unveiled a dark secret and looking for evidence. Steph eventually finds two passports, one is in the name of Adam Forsythe, the other Peter Jones. Adam comes home and Steph demands an explanation. Steph forces a full confession out of Adam who is unaware that she has concealed a tape recorder. Steph calmly kisses Adam, but he grabs her wrists.
Steph tries to persuade Adam to let her go, offering to run away with him so they can escape the murder charge. Feeling he can trust her, Adam unties Steph. She checks the dictaphone is still on and then bashes Adam over the head with the nearest heavy object she finds. Steph takes the tape of Adam's confession to the police, but things don't work out as planned. Jo plays on Andy's insecurity by suggesting Katie finds him boring. Dawn tells Donna about the new man in her life and her plans to start over in Newquay. Terry is furious when Dawn's new boyfriend arrives in the village, and soon learns they're leaving for Cornwall tomorrow. Sadie fears rejection by the Kings as Matthew is welcomed back into the fold.
Sadie goes to see Jimmy to ask him to stop blackmailing her. He tells her that he’ll delete the photo of her and Cain if she sleeps with him, insisting it must happen today. Sadie has no choice but to agree to meet him in an hour. She pops home only to find that Matthew has prepared them a romantic meal. He gets out a diamond ring and asks her to marry him.
The villagers gather at the King's show house opening and as Tom welcomes everyone, he takes the opportunity to announce that Matthew and Sadie have got engaged. A frustrated Jimmy is still determined to get what he wants from Sadie and he follows her upstairs and pushes her into the showroom bathroom. As Noreen is waiting for the toilet to become vacant she busies herself by opening the airing cupboard door.
Jack and Andy arrive at the devastating scene and begin frantically searching through the debris for Diane. Meanwhile, Dawn is pulled from the wreckage and a relieved Bob rushes over as his daughter tells him that she is alive. As Dawn is rushed to hospital with Bob by her side, the Kings are still looking for Jimmy. John, a rescue worker, shouts that he has found a hand. Val recognises it as Diane's and when John tells her that Diane is breathing through an air hole,
The entire village is rocked with grief and devastation as they desperately try to come to terms with the loss of lives following the house collapse. Jack, after spotting the Health and Safety Executive in the pub, makes sure they know about the JCB banging into the show house. Meanwhile, Carl and Matthew realise they're going to need to get a solicitor. When the Health and Safety Executive arrive at Home Farm they question Tom and his sons about the JCB incident. Carl tells them that Jimmy got a structural engineer in after the incident. Elsewhere, Sam becomes annoyed with Alice when he finds her planning her own funeral. He tells her that he supported her through the wing walk and has always been there to hold her hand but he just can't cope with this.
Carl and Matthew come to terms with the fact that if Jimmy didn't repair the house properly after the JCB incident, King & Sons are in serious trouble. Later that day, Matthew becomes suspicious of whether his fiancé, Sadie, was having an affair with Cain and he questions him. Cain, however, just cryptically tells Matthew that he should find Jimmy's camera.
Sam is angry that Alice is dying and he is convinced that he will be useless without her. Shadrach, showing he does has a sensitive side, gives an upset Alice a notebook to record all her motherly advice she would give Samson as he's growing up so he won’t be without a mother.
The police tell Alan that they have found Terence's body in the foundations of the show home. Alan is scared that Steph will now get blamed for his death. Meanwhile, at the B&B, the police arrive to take Steph away for questioning about Terence's death. Over at the Dingles’, Sam catches Cain taking money from the Dingles’ pot. Eli also witnesses this and wades in, overpowering Cain and getting the money back. Zak, however, is not impressed and tries to reassert his place as head of the family deciding that it is time that Eli moves out. Sam is gutted, but after seeing Sam and Eli say their goodbyes, Zak reneges and allows Eli to stay.
The villagers organise a meeting. They want to take the Kings to court over the deaths at the development. Jack begins by filling the villagers in on what his solicitor had said yesterday. Grayson, however, intervenes and informs the villagers that they will need excellent legal advice to bring the Kings to justice and even then it will be a long drawn out process. Meanwhile, at the meeting, Eli lashes out at Tom before squaring up to Matthew when the latter arrives. Marlon tries to convince Eli that violence isn't the answer but, when things at the meeting look doomed before they have begun, Eli tells Marlon that he should take matters into his own hands. Even though her father is adamant that she is innocent, when Steph is released on bail and heads to The Woolpack, the villagers are disgusted to see her.
The police discover that Adam had been practicing medicine under his late father's name and question Steph but it is clear that she didn't know about Adam's past. Later that day, the police tell Alan that they believe Terence was blackmailing Adam and that this still leaves Steph and Adam with a motive for his murder. Meanwhile, Danny tries to convince Len to find Pearl but Len just utters that it is better if she stays away as there will just be a lynch mob waiting for her. Danny suggests they could pay off Pearl's debts to her friends.
Eric tells the police that he loaned Adam money so that he could get away from Steph. Meanwhile, word starts to spread about Adam’s illegal practice, prompting Diane and Shadrach to try and convince Alice to sue the health authority. Elsewhere, the police arrive to take Len’s statement forcing Danny and Edna to admit that they have reported Pearl missing to the police. Len admits to Danny that he still loves Pearl. Driven half mad by grief, Bob locks himself inside Pear Tree Cottage and demands that the Kings admit responsibility for the house collapse.
Steph spends the day trying to get on with her life and Alan is proud of her. However, later that day the police arrive at the Woolpack and arrest Steph in front of everyone. Meanwhile, Simon receives a message from Tash, saying she is coming to see him.
Simon is shocked to find that Tash has brought her fiancé Russell along and has only arranged the meeting with him to ask him to give her away. A devastated and drunken Simon is comforted by Diane but embarrassingly misreads her goodwill. Meanwhile, Steph refuses to plead unfit to go to trial at her bail hearing and pleads not guilty.
It is the day of Dawn's funeral and Viv feels sick. As the funeral procession head toward the church, Donna goes inside to see what's taking Viv so long and arrives just in time for her mother to faint. Donna takes Viv to the hospital, where she is told that she is pregnant. Meanwhile, at the funeral, Bob gives a heartfelt eulogy to his daughter but can't go on and is led back to his seat by Jean. Following the wake, Bob returns to the graveyard to find Alice paying her respects and he confides in her about his absence from most of Dawn's life. Elsewhere, Ashley and Sandy make Jasmine go to the doctor's when she is too ill to go to the funeral. Afterwards, Jasmine tells Sandy that the doctor told her she has a stomach bug.
Alice is unwell and falls on her way to answer the phone. Once on the floor she realises that she can't move her legs. When the doctor arrives he thinks that Alice would get better care at the hospital. Elsewhere, Matthew takes control of the haulage firm again and admits to Tom that Sadie was having an affair with Cain.
Alice’s cancer is beginning to get the better of her. When the doctor arrives with more bad news, the Dingles realise she only has weeks to live. The doctor suggests she move into a hospice but Alice insists on staying at home with Sam and Samson. Meanwhile, Matthew and Sadie are at loggerheads in the haulage yard office. Matthew threatens Sadie and tells her that he'll tell people the truth about the JCB incident. Elsewhere, when Sandy overhears Jasmine failing to rearrange her abortion appointment, he asks Jasmine outright if she is pregnant.
Alice is feeling weaker and gets upset after struggling to hold her baby. She realises that she hasn’t got much time left and decides that she wants her agony to end. With that in mind she asks Sam to help her die. Meanwhile, Matthew is furious when Sadie allows Ivan and Simon to leave their jobs. He threatens his former fiancée after she criticises his business management and tells her that he could make her disappear. Elsewhere, Laurel returns from her break and promises to be open with Ashley from now on.
Sam can't come to terms with Alice's request. Marlon talks to him and they discuss how he let Tricia go. After sharing an emotional moment with his wife, Sam tells her that he'll do anything she wants. Alice says to him that she needs morphine so Sam goes to see Marlon again and asks his cousin to help. He is a little reluctant at first but finally agrees and they obtain the morphine from Eli. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to the Dingles, Alice says her final goodbyes. When Sam returns home he is left alone with Alice and fills a syringe with the drug. After he struggles to push down the syringe, Alice tells him that she is strong enough to do it herself.
The Dingles are adamant that nobody can ever know the truth about Alice's death. Zak tells Sam about the consequences of his actions and the family relax when the doctor writes a death certificate. Later, when Sam watches Alice's tape with Samson, he is in complete agony.
Sam begins to make Alice’s funeral arrangements with Ashley. However, he reveals too much about her death and the vicar realises that Sam may have committed an act of euthanasia. Meanwhile, Jasmine can’t believe her luck when Ashley gives her a cheque for a school trip instead of cash. Sandy gets his granddaughter a job at the factory to earn her own wage. Also, Ivan has to reassure Simon about their trip to Costa Rica. Later, their leaving party in The Woolpack is a low key affair with Rodney trying his best to embarrass the pair of them.
Jasmine fails to secure an advance from the factory and is forced to tell Cain that she's pregnant. When she asks him for money to pay for an abortion he is convinced that it is a lie and laughs it off. Meanwhile, Ashley confronts Zak about Sam’s part in Alice’s death. Zak firmly denies his son caused her death and tells Ashley that Sam is confused. Later, Sam is angered when Zak and Lisa tell him to lie to the villagers about the death. Elsewhere, Toni reveals her feelings to Paddy. He is embarrassed and thinks that she is joking. That evening she convinces Paddy that everything she said was true, only to be interrupted by Del.
Toni tries to convince Paddy that her feelings are genuine, but he still believes she is joking. After Marlon tells Paddy to stay away from Toni, Paddy confronts her, saying that he's with Del and has moved on. Elsewhere, Debbie takes pleasure in watching Jasmine suffer. After initially refusing to help her former friend she has a change of heart and goes to see Cain to demand the abortion money. Meanwhile, Laurel tries to talk to Ashley about what's bothering him.
Jasmine is shocked when Cain tells her to have the baby and that he’ll bring the child up. Cain later confides in Sadie that he would like the opportunity to be a father again. Sadie sneakily goes to Jasmine and tells her that she knows about the pregnancy, before producing an envelope full of money. Elsewhere, Paddy has a lot of grovelling to do when he sleepily calls Del 'Toni' by mistake. Paddy insists it was an innocent slip of the tongue. Meanwhile, Val toasts the memory of Noreen by buying everybody drinks in The Woolpack.
When Cain can’t contact Jasmine and Debbie he fears the worst for his baby. He goes to ask Ashley and Laurel if they knows of their whereabouts. They are stunned when Cain angrily tells them that they are bound to have gone off so that Jasmine can abort his child. When the girls return Cain angrily confronts them. Elsewhere, an emotional Ashley takes his rage over Jasmine and Cain out on the Dingles who are drinking in memory of Alice. Diane takes the angry vicar outside to calm him down. Meanwhile, after spending the day together Del gives Paddy an ultimatum saying the only way they can be together is if Toni moves out.
Martin tells Louise that he overhead Ashley telling Diane that Sam helped Alice die. He begins an investigation by going to see Dr Abbot. She tells him that there was nothing suspicious about the death. Meanwhile, it is the day of Alice's funeral and Sam wants everything to go as she had planned. The Dingles gather together and remind themselves that a Dingle funeral should be fun, not a sad occasion. But as Belle lays flowers on the coffin the group can’t help but be tearful. Sam struggles to keep it together when the funeral is interrupted by some uninvited guests.
The police turn up outside at the Dingle homestead with a warrant to arrest Sam for Alice’s murder. Zak and Cain tell Martin that Sam isn’t there. As the police become more determined to get into the house, Cain and Zak shove Martin back and bolt the door. Lisa is horrified as she watches them barricade the door with furniture. Ashley is forced to tell a shocked Laurel what has happened. He is in turmoil as he feels he betrayed Sam's confidence. Laurel can’t help but sympathise.
The pressure builds at the Dingles and Zak calls a Dingle Court realising someone is going to have to own up to get them out of the situation. Insisting that Samson needs his father out of prison, both Marlon and Zak step forward. Zak is determined it should be him until, to everyone's shock, Cain insists that he will go to prison for Alice’s death. Elsewhere, Sandy makes it clear to Ashley that he disagrees with his behaviour. The vicar snaps and orders his father out of the house.
The Dingles are questioned about Alice’s murder. Sam and Lisa stay quiet but Marlon lets slip about Cain’s involvement. Later, Cain is interrogated and says that he killed Alice. Zak is the final person to be questioned. Elsewhere, Ashley goes to see Sandy to apologise for the previous day. Sandy tells his son that although his shoulder can be fixed; what can’t be put right is the fact that Ashley has considered him a murderer for all these years. Meanwhile, Kayleigh is proud of her father for tracking down a murderer and as she waxes lyrical, Diane gets increasingly frustrated. Louise tries to defend Kayleigh and Martin.
Cain is stunned when Zak claims he has the money to pay his £10,000 bail. Meanwhile, Louise defends Martin's role in the Dingle's arrest, prompting a furious Diane to remind her of what happened with Ray but the copper overhears the conversation and demands to know the whole story. Meanwhile, Ashley finds himself the object of the Dingles' scorn, and is surprised when the Bishop tells him that Sam has requested another vicar to officiate the service. He heads over to the cottage to convince Sam otherwise, but Sam is adamant.
At Alice's funeral, the Bishop surprises everyone when he announces that Alice should have the last word. A tape recording from Alice is played to the congregation and is met with spontaneous applause and cheering. As she is finally laid to rest Sam throws a rose onto her coffin. Meanwhile, Martin feels compromised but admits he loves Louise and so can’t act on the information about Ray. However, he tells Louise their relationship can never be the same again leaving her devastated. Elsewhere, Cain is stunned to discover from Sadie that she paid his bail. She explains she has come up with a plan to fleece the Kings and offers to cut him in on the deal.
Relations between Diane and Louise are frosty at best and when Diane picks up a phone call for Louise from an estate agent about selling her share of The Woolpack there's no sign of improvement. Later, Louise throws another spanner in the works when she announces that she has sold her share of the pub to Rodney. Elsewhere, Jo privately enjoys the tension that Jamie staying is causing between Andy and Katie. She stirs things up even more when Katie insists Jamie moves in permanently rather than leave for Spain.
Andy overhears Katie and Jo talk about Daz kissing Katie and feels betrayed. Left alone, Jo seizes her chance to seduce Andy by bad-mouthing Katie's lies and implying something's going on with Jamie. Andy succumbs. Meanwhile, Katie pushes off an advance from Jamie and rushes home to declare her undying love for Andy. Meanwhile, things start to get petty at the pub when Louise devises a rota which means she and Diane won’t work with each other. Diane starts to realise that she is losing a good friend in Louise. Elsewhere, Rodney tells a shocked Paul and Kelly that he's buying The Woolpack and needs to sell Holdgate Farm to pay for it.
Katie tells Andy she’ll do anything to make things work and asks Jamie to move out. When Jo hears from Jamie that he's moved out and sees his shame, she quickly tells Andy something's happened between Jamie and Katie then seduces him for the second time. Meanwhile, Viv’s pregnancy begins to take its toll and she almost faints in the Café. Donna takes Viv upstairs and tries to convince her to tell Bob. Over at the haulage yard, Tom is helping Matthew out. When Tom reveals that he has the death of three people on his conscience, Matthew feels guilty and tells him that Sadie was behind the JCB incident.
Viv secretly books an appointment for an abortion and her dream of another baby is officially over. Meanwhile, Donna breaks down in front of Scott and confesses that Viv is pregnant. Donna tells Scott that she suspects Viv will get rid off it. Katie plans a picnic for herself and Andy, leaving a note for Jo making it clear that she's not going to give up her husband without a fight. Meanwhile, Tom apologies to Jack for accusing him of sabotaging the housing development, leading Jack to the conclusion that Tom knows who was responsible. Later at dinner, Tom tells Carl and Chas that Sadie paid some guy to plough the JCB into the house to mess things up for Jimmy.
Donna and Scott confront Viv who admits she's going to have an abortion. Scott is devastated and ends up confiding in Terry that Viv's pregnant. Terry persuades Scott to tell Bob, convinced he has a right to know. Bob doesn’t believe him at first but when he hears she's gone for an abortion he races to the clinic. Meanwhile, Pearl is working in a grubby pub in Leeds under the pseudonym of Irene. She's quizzed by the landlord who has seen her in a missing persons ad in the local paper. Elsewhere, Matthew delights in telling Sadie the haulage company is moving back to the family portfolio, but Carl starts to feel shoved out now that Matthew is back in the family business.
In Leeds, Pearl is working in a pub called the Rising Sun. Meanwhile, Daz is being chased throughout the streets of the city by police officers. He jumps over the wall, losing them. Pearl walks over and recognises him. In the pub, Pearl urges Daz to return to the village - but the youngster says he won't go back because he messed things up with his mum. However he cuts her a deal - he'll only go if she accompanies him. Back in the village, Len, Edna and Danny wonder whether they've heard from Pearl. Edna, worried for her friend, suggests that she and Len go to Leeds.
Andy decides to throw a barbecue at Butler's Farm. As the drinks flow, Jamie can’t help being honest with Andy and admits he made a move on Katie but makes it clear she knocked him back. Andy immediately feels sick with guilt for sleeping with Jo, given Katie's loyalty to him. Later Jo tries to seduce him again. Meanwhile, Edna takes it upon herself to help find work for Pearl to help clear her debts and gets her an interview with Tom. The interview goes well until he asks for a reference from her previous employer, Eric. Elsewhere, Jack goes to see Denise to let her know that Daz is safe, only to find out Daz hasn’t been telling the whole truth about why he ran away.
Chas taunts Sadie that she knows she was behind the JCB stunt. Sadie gives as good as she gets but Chas's anger boils over and she ends up attacking Sadie. Everyone watching is shocked and Chas demands Sadie enlighten Bob about who is really responsible for the house collapse and Dawn’s death. Meanwhile, Daz feels the heat for crashing his mum's boyfriend's car. Things get worse when Denise turns up demanding he pay the £500 to repair the car and blames him for her boyfriend leaving her. Elsewhere, Danny gives Pearl cash to pay off all her debts. Pearl returns Len’s money.
Latisha returns to the village to see Danny. He's pleased to hear his family business is thriving in Portugal and there is a job for him as Entertainment Manager there. Meanwhile, Terry, Bob and Jean are shocked to learn from Dawn’s solicitor that because she was still married to Terry all her assets will go to him. Bob insists that Terry agree to put it all in a trust for TJ. Later Jean tries to convince Terry that he should invest the money in the B&B for TJ's future instead. There's a disaster over at The Woolpack when the toilets flood. Louise refuses to help and Rodney’s unwilling to get his hands dirty, leaving Diane to cope on her own. Rosemary refuses to continue helping Grayson with his gambling debts. Sam is concerned about Cain's upcoming court case.
Chas tells Diane that Sadie was responsible for the house collapse but she can’t call the police because it would wreck her relationship with Carl. She implies that there is nothing stopping Diane from calling them instead and later the police arrive to take Sadie away for questioning. Meanwhile, an irate Bob bad-mouths Terry in the pub for robbing TJ of his inheritance. Terry gives in and suggests he put half the money in a trust for TJ and invest the other half as originally suggested. Elsewhere, concerned with how much it would affect Pearl if he moved away, Danny offers her the chance to take up a job in Portugal.
Rodney declares his intention to expand the Woolpack, leading Diane to criticise Jack for not bidding sooner. Not wanting to be upstaged by Rodney, Jack starts a bidding war. Also, Rosemary rages at Rodney for buying the paintings from Grayson under value. He is dumbfounded, and after Danny confesses that he made a personal profit on the sales, Rodney disowns him. Meanwhile, Cain learns a painful lesson about how to treat women after Latisha attacks him during one of their liaisons. After securing her revenge on Cain she says goodbye to Danny and Toni and departs for her life back in Portugal.
Rodney rebuffs Danny’s attempts to reconcile and sees his impending move to Portugal as a sign of his guilt. After Pearl takes the blame for Danny's deception, Rodney forgives him but insists that he honour his business obligations in the village. Meanwhile, Jean confides in Jamie that she hasn’t got enough money to buy the B&B. Jamie advises her to tell Terry before his business plans become too advanced. Elsewhere, Diane begins to have doubts about going into business with Jack when he outbids Rodney. As the two men go back and forth with their offers, Rodney demands that Diane choose who she wants as a business partner.
Katie and Andy suffer more money problems when the bailer breaks down. It comes as a great shock to them both when Jo hands over two months rent to help with the repair bill. Katie, however, sees that Jo is playing games and gives her a warning. Also, Paul tells Rodney not to stand in Danny’s way and eventually he presents Danny with some money for his flight to Portugal. With his bags packed the residents gather to wave goodbye as Danny makes his departure. Meanwhile, Terry celebrates the re-opening of the B&B with a champagne party. But his dreams are shattered when Jean admits that she can’t be his business partner but it's too late to stop the opening.
When Jo spoils Andy and Katie’s evening plans, Katie attacks her and they fight in a mud puddle. Andy, worried that Katie has discovered the truth, breaks them up. Later, Jo confides in Hari about the affair and he warns her to back off. Elsewhere, Sadie and Cain make plans for the robbery at Home Farm. After discovering that many of the Kings will be away on Sunday they set a date. Also, Jamie notices Bob and Donna are having trouble managing the café and attending to Viv. He volunteers his services but his pleas fall on deaf ears. Later, he drowns his sorrows visiting Dawn’s grave and passes out in a drunken stupor. Bob arrives to find his daughter's grave in a mess and Jamie responsible.
Cain starts to feel guilty about the JCB incident when he sees TJ carrying flowers to Dawn’s grave. Sadie insists that he focus on the robbery but it doesn’t help when he receives his court date. Zak tells him to go on the run. Also, when Jo seduces Andy again they are caught by Daz. He is forced to cover for his brother when Katie arrives. Later, when they are alone Daz demands an explanation from Andy. He insists that the affair is finished. Meanwhile, Bob is concerned that Jamie has left the village but is relieved to find his son's ice cream van in a lay-by. Bob urges him to come home and help him get justice for Dawn.
Sadie and Cain break into Home Farm, but are forced to make a quick exit and leave empty-handed. What has Sadie got in store for the Kings? Daz continues to struggle with his conscience, and when Jack and Diane question the lad over his strange behaviour, he is forced to choose whether to reveal all about Andy's cheating. Elsewhere, Lisa is devastated when Scott tells her there's no longer work for her at the garage. She accuses Debbie of stealing her job. How will the Dingles make ends meet with Lisa out of work?
Cain and Sadie hatch a plan to kidnap one of the Kings. They reason that Matthew and Carl would be more likely to pay a ransom so Tom would be the best target. They agree it's risky but will a prize of £2.5m each sway them to go ahead with their audacious plot? Paddy comforts Toni when Cain stands her up but Del turns up and is frustrated to see Paddy and Toni together again. Can Del trust Paddy? With money being tight, Zak holds a council to discuss everyone's contribution to the Dingle pot. There is some hope when Val offers Lisa work at the factory but Zak begins to feel guilty about not being able to support his family.
Sadie checks on the house chosen for the planned kidnap and is curious when she hears noises coming from inside. She is livid to see Cain inside mid-tryst with Toni. She's furious that he's jeopardised the plan and they can no longer use the house. Meanwhile, Paddy puts his foot down when Del’s hatred of Toni grows after he spends the night sleeping on Toni’s sofa. He tells her they are just friends. Elsewhere, Zak and Shadrach trespass onto the Kings’ land for some illegal poaching. When Carl catches them, they try and talk themselves out of trouble.
Del’s jealousy gets the better of her when she sees Paddy comforting Toni after she has been dumped by Cain. Del jumps to the wrong conclusions and confronts Toni in the kitchen resulting in disastrous consequences. Meanwhile, Cain finds a new location for the kidnap while Sadie snoops in Tom's diary to discover he's due back the following day. With the plan coming together, Cain tries his luck with Sadie but will she give into temptation? Elsewhere, Debbie and Jasmine grow closer in their mutual hatred of Scott when he withholds Debbie's wages as compensation for the car she wrecked. Is Debbie and Jasmine's friendship back on track? Scott and Donna find a stack of money.
Paddy breaks Del's heart and visits Toni to tell her that he’s broken up with Del. Kelly’s in trouble when she breaks Rodney’s car after borrowing it without his permission. She takes it to Scott and Debbie to fix but while Debbie is working on the car she finds a huge wad of cash. Elsewhere, Marlon learns a harsh lesson when he spends the day handcuffed to Diane after a night of drunken debauchery.
Donna visits Toni in hospital. She's unnerved when Toni makes it clear how angry she is with Del and talks about taking legal action. Del is later arrested by PC Swirling in the Woolpack. Debbie and Scott hide their stash of cash into the woods while Jasmine is suspicious at how well the twosome are getting along and Kelly is feeling ignored by Rodney
Debbie confesses the truth about the hidden cash to Jasmine. Viv and Bob are worried when the doctor warns them about the complications that may happen due to having a child so late in life and Chas makes a police statement in support of Del but accidentally makes things worse for her.
Scott is furious that Jasmine knows about the money. Tom is determined to reunite Edna with her son and Betty is furious when Alan suggests she is replacing Seth with Sandy.
Bob and Viv are expecting the worst at their first scan. Jasmine threatens to grass Debbie and Scott to the police and Rodney's problems increase when a man from the Revenue & Customs tells him the bailiffs will be around the next day. Betty is still taking offence to Alan's comments about Sandy replacing Seth, while Alan, who has been staying with Terry and Jean, is taking the flak from Edna and Pearl. Alan later calls round at the café to apologise to Betty.
The bailiffs seize Rodney's house. Louise takes great pleasure in informing Diane that Val will now be buying into The Woolpack and Cain gives Sadie one more day to come up with a plan to kidnap Tom.
Sadie secretly records Cain admitting to the sabotage on the show home that caused the house to collapse and heads to Home Farm to play it to Tom. Sadie makes it clear that if he goes to the police she'll destroy the evidence and informs him that she will soon be in contact to let him know what she wants in exchange for his family being let off the hook.
Sadie arranges a meeting with Tom for later that day. Meanwhile, witnessing that Cain and Sadie have been spending a lot of time together, Debbie stirs things up by revealing to Cain of Sadie's involvement in Jasmine's abortion. Cain is livid and when Sadie returns home she finds that he has trashed her place. He attacks her, accusing her of killing his baby, before cancelling the kidnap. Meanwhile, during the shoot at Home Farm, Rosemary catches Zak just as he is about to seize the kill.
Sadie tries to convince Tom that they can frame Cain. As soon as they reach an agreement the pair are surprised by Cain who is furious about Sadie's betrayal. After ignoring her desperate pleas that she is pregnant, Cain violently attacks Sadie and kidnaps both her and Tom.
Tom seizes his chance to escape and grabs Cain’s gun to reverse the roles on his captor. After demanding his phone back, Tom realises that the gun is empty and Cain overpowers him. He drags both of his hostages into the car where Tom tells a now conscious Sadie that he knows she is allied with Cain. Elsewhere, Carl convinces Chas not to leave him and they go to look for Tom.
Matthew and Carl guess that Cain is the kidnapper, but Chas asks them to let her deal with it. She finds Cain who denies that he is involved. Unconvinced, Chas heads back to Home Farm where the Kings receive a phone call from Sadie. Cain forces Sadie to demand a £5 million ransom and the brothers hear Tom and Sadie's screams as the line goes dead. Meanwhile, the police turn up at the Dingles' looking for Cain. Zak and Lisa rush to Home Farm to find out the problem and are told about the kidnap. Zak is alarmed to discover that Chas called the police.
Tom infuriates Sadie by bargaining with Cain and telling him to leave, insisting that he will identify Sadie as the sole kidnapper. Cain is forlorn and after hearing a helicopter close by he drives off with both hostages, unsure where he is going. As panic takes over, has Cain blown it? Meanwhile, back at Home Farm, the Dingles and Kings all wait on tenterhooks for news. Zak insists that Cain isn't responsible but Matthew and Carl make arrangements to raise the ransom.
Tom notices that Cain has disappeared and takes the opportunity to untie Sadie and himself. Sadie is unable to move her legs and begs Tom not to leave her. He stops a car which is coming towards them but instantly regrets it when Cain is in the driver's seat pointing a shotgun at him. Debbie and Chas are out to it on the couch whilst the Kings worry about Tom.
As the village struggles to come to terms with the outcome of the kidnap, the police accuse Carl of the kidnapping being an insurance scam. He reacts by shoving an officer into a wall and the situation worsens when he begins to suspect Chas played a bigger part in it. The pair are also lashed out by Tom when he refuses to rest at their urging request and he later blames Matthew for bringing Sadie back into the family.
Eric tries to convince Diane not to back out of her partnership with Val. She agrees, and their first day as partners is a smashing success...when Val accidentally drops a crate of champagne on Diane's foot. Matthew tells Carl he believes Chas was a part of the kidnapping.
Diane is resolute about keeping Val out from behind the bar and drafts in Sandy, Len and Betty to help when The Woolpack gets busy. Toni tries to remain upbeat prior to surgery to fix her burns and Jo does not take rejection from Andy well.
Vengeful Perdy takes out her anger on Hari who soon puts her in her place when he presents her with a huge vet's bill. Perdy passes the bill straight to Katie saying it was her negligence that caused the accident. Katie's gobsmacked at the size of the bill and things are made worse when she learns her insurance won’t cover it. Elsewhere, Grayson struggles to secure the mortgage on Mill Cottage. Meanwhile, Toni is still in pain after her operation and is inundated with unwanted visitors.
Spotting an opportunity to fulfil her own business ambitions, Perdy offers to pay the vets bill herself in exchange for a share in Katie’s business. Meanwhile, Jo turns on the crocodile tears for Hari saying she was to blame for the accident and begs him to delete Katie’s bill. Perdy is stunned to hear the bill has already been paid off. Meanwhile, Steph returns to the village.
Irritated by Steph’s show of support for Louise, Val decides to stir things up by claiming it's really busy at the B&B and she should go over and help out her new boss, knowing full well it's the murder mystery night. Intent on showing willing, she heads over to the B&B and walks into the middle of the murder mystery evening and quickly leaves, feeling hurt and betrayed. Meanwhile, Perdy invites Andy and Katie over to Oakwell Hall to discuss her investing in Katie's business. Perdy suggests they go into partnership but is only offering guidance and support rather than money. Elsewhere, Rodney hits a new low when he is kicked out of the B&B. His humiliation is compounded further when he has to spend the night sleeping on Viv’s sofa.
Alan is relieved to awake to find Steph safe and sound after spending most of the night wandering the streets. Ashley offers Steph support and suggests she move in to Mulberry Cottage with them. Meanwhile, Scott continues to kiss up to Jasmine to gain her trust. Jasmine is endeared but Debbie tells her that Scott stole some of the cash at the monopoly game the night before. Believing she can trust Debbie, Jasmine checks the money in front of her and finds some missing. Elsewhere, Betty uses her speech at Seth’s headstone ceremony to imply Len and Pearl should put their differences aside as they may not have long left together. At the after dinner they appear to be getting on well.
Jasmine is still feeling guilty and decides to return the money anonymously to Rodney. However, just as Jasmine is about to head out, Debbie turns up in tears with a bruised cheek claiming Scott has hit her. As Jasmine sympathetically makes tea, Debbie sneaks off with the cash. Meanwhile, determined to make back his money, Rodney decides to go into business with Zak selling scrap. Kelly is horrified at the thought of becoming the scrap queen of the Dales. Over at The Woolpack, Steph starts work, much to Val and Diane’s dismay. Steph enjoys winding them up but after a series of mistakes Diane puts her foot down and insists Val tell her the truth about her job.
Sandy is worried about Jasmine and approaches Debbie, who claims their row is about Jasmine's jealousy. Jasmine is angered that Sandy was taken in by Debbie's lie and goes to confront Debbie. Debbie is incensed at the accusation and says their friendship is over for good. She slaps Jasmine who breaks down in tears.
When Debbie witnesses Kelly trying to seduce Scott she is amazed to see he knocks her back. Rodney is furious when he finds out what Kelly's been up to and demands an explanation from her. Later Debbie pretends to Scott that she doesn’t care when he tries to explain what happened. However, when he admits to Debbie that he turned Kelly down because he likes her instead. Elsewhere, Daz is dumb-struck when he discovers a toddler in a push chair at the door. It isn’t long before Andy works out it is his daughter Sarah. Andy and Daz are overjoyed. Meanwhile, at her welcome home party, Toni is lapping up the attention until she checks on her scar in the mirror and it's clear she's not as strong as she is pretending to be. Del turns up to apologise.
Andy is elated to have Sarah back and insists they keep her a secret for a while. Jack, however, is worried when Andy fails to meet him and his suspicions are raised when Daz is defensive regarding Andy's whereabouts. Meanwhile, at Oakwell Hall, Rosemary is furious when she finds out from Perdy that she and Grayson are moving out and setting up a new business. Elsewhere, still hell bent on revenge for Del, Toni visits the police to see what is happening with her case against her.
Del is relieved when the police let her off with a caution, but worries about how Toni will react. She goes to see Toni to apologise again but Toni is livid at hearing she's off the hook and even more eager to settle the score once and for all. Elsewhere, Katie unburdens the secret of Sarah to Perdy who is sympathetic and offers to find her some legal help on the cheap. Andy is angry when Katie confesses that she's told Perdy about Sarah as he fears the Dingles will soon find out about her return. Meanwhile, Rosemary implies Grayson is having an affair, after Perdy finds a brochure for a luxury hotel. She points out that it's only a few miles from where Grayson is staying for his ‘business trip’ but Perdy refuses to take the bait saying she booked the hotel for him herself.
After spending all day cooped in Butler's Farm struggling to look after baby Sarah, Katie finally snaps and takes her frustration out on Daz. A sympathetic Diane suggests Katie takes Sarah for a walk to get some fresh air. When Andy sees them, he is livid with Katie for taking her out in public. Elsewhere, Toni thanks Del for not going to the police and admits she knows Del didn’t hurt her intentionally. Toni confides to Del that Paddy is only with her because he pities her. Meanwhile, Tom is furious when he finds out about the Hunt Ball and tells Matthew he wants nothing to do with it. Matthew argues that given the financial position they find themselves in at the moment they can’t afford to turn away business.
Tom rejects his accountant's advice to sell Home Farm and then doesn’t show up for the ball. An infuriated Rosemary rages at Tom before surprising him with a kiss. The ball is deemed a big success and Tom and Rosemary decide to toast the evening. Elsewhere, Perdy and Matthew agree to accompany one another to the ball, to Rosemary's chagrin. The Champagne flows at the party and their loud behaviour leaves Rosemary seething. Later on, Perdy discovers Matthew alone in his office and the pair flirt before having sex. They sneak back to the party unaware of Hari’s presence. Also, Toni agrees to move in with Len but he is shocked at the severity of her scarring. Paddy is still wallowing in self-pity until Len reminds him that Toni is the one who will be scarred for life.
Eli makes his return to the village and succeeds in stealing Shadrach’s new piglet. Shadrach sets off to find it and discovers baby Sarah in Butler's Farm. The Dingles confront Andy who convinces them to keep Sarah's return a secret. Meanwhile, Rosemary and Tom arrange a dinner date, but food is the last thing on their mind as they end up in bed together. Tom offers Rosemary a job at Home Farm and after some deliberation she is delighted to accept. Elsewhere, Viv believes that the new pram bought for her by Jamie is stolen. Bob tries to calm her down and mentions that Jamie could prove his innocence by providing the receipt.
Debbie interrupts a conversation between the Dingles and Sugdens and is incensed when she finds that Sarah has returned. Her rage is compounded further when Scott sides with Andy. Debbie packs her bags and heads to the bus stop, but Scott tries to stop her and make her see that Sarah is better off with Andy. They head back to the farm, and Debbie tells Andy that he can have Sarah, as long as she has nothing to do with her. Meanwhile, Viv decides to abandon the pram in the countryside to hide the evidence. She is shocked when the police turn up later and accuse her of fly-tipping. When forced to explain her actions the truth slips out. Elsewhere, Sam’s determination to find the piglet thief leads to the discovery of a familiar face.
Debbie moves out of the Dingle homestead after hearing what Lisa thinks of her and asks to move into Scott's. Victoria is due back from Spain causing Jack to be a nervous wreck. He heads to the airport to collect her, but returns without her; unbeknownst to him, she has already returned to the village. Meanwhile, Paul is going through ideas of how to reclaim some Woolpack business from the B&B. Elsewhere, Edna is adamant that she doesn't want to attend Eve's blessing, but Tom convinces her otherwise.
Edna refuses to agree to Peter's request that she attend the blessing of her granddaughter; Jack tries to solve the mystery of Victoria's boyfriend; and Marlon agrees to cook for the Tapas night after Louise offers him more money but will all go to plan?
Sneaking out of the house, Victoria steals Daz’s bike and ventures towards Wylie’s Farm. A face in the window terrifies her. Sure she has seen a ghost she races off. Meanwhile, Diane and Val use Marlon’s new position at the B&B to spy on Louise. However, when Louise asks him to spy on The Woolpack, he is left with a dilemma. Also, Tom and Rosemary are taken aback to discover that Peter is Edna’s son. Their questioning, however, disturbs Edna and she dashes out of the pub.
Peter realises Edna doesn’t want him around and plans to leave, insisting she forget about attending Eve’s wedding blessing. Later Peter admits he has gone too far and they uneasily reconcile. Elsewhere, Sam tells Eli that he can no longer get away with stealing food from the Dingles for him and tries to teach him how to fish. Meanwhile, Victoria drags Daz to Wylie’s Farm to prove there’s a ghost. As they approach they see smoke coming from the chimney and decide to take a closer look.
Two heavies, Gary and Nick, turn up in the village looking for Eli. They buy Sam, Shadrach and Lisa pints hoping to get information. Later when Sam warns Eli they are onto his whereabouts Eli is panicked. Meanwhile, in Ashley’s absence, Laurel agrees to do an interview for the Hotten Courier on his behalf. Steph however starts to regret encouraging Laurel to do it when she witnesses her explaining to the journalist why she’s staying at the Vicarage. Later that day Laurel is concerned that it is Emily living up at Wylie’s Farm and she questions Daz and Victoria about what they saw.
Marlon is badly injured when thugs Nick and Gary raid the Woolpack. Donna finds herself powerless to help her husband as the pair take money from the till and wreck the pub. Laurel is stunned to find Ethan back in the village with news of Emily, while Jean tells Terry she's jealous of Louise.
Sam tries to convince Eli to turn himself in as the thugs will return. Eli is adamant, however, that he can look after things himself and asks Sam to steal Zak’s gun for him, promising he can sort things out without hurting anyone. Meanwhile, at the B&B gastro night, Jean is riled by Louise’s flirtatious style. She watches Terry eyeing up Louise and begins to feel insecure again. Elsewhere, Emily sneaks into Butler's Farm to see Sarah and return her blanket. However, Sarah wakes and starts to cry, putting Emily at risk of being caught.
Eli, wearing a balaclava, bursts into the Post Office with a gun, taking Viv and Kelly hostage. After Viv empties the safe he fires a warning shot and escapes with the cash. A short time after, Eli meets Nick and Gary and hands over the cash. Eli sneakily hides the shot gun under their car, and he disappears into the bushes. As Nick and Gary are about to leave they notice the gun under the car and pull it out as the police swoop and arrest them. Meanwhile, Ashley and Jasmine get a shock when they arrive home to see Laurel, Ethan and Steph having lunch together. Ashley is furious to see Ethan back and demands an explanation.
Zak becomes suspicious of Sam and follows him to Eli’s hideout. At Seth’s hide, Zak pounces on Sam who confesses all about Eli’s reappearance and connection to the heavies that beat up Marlon. When they stumble upon Eli, Zak attacks him, pinning him to the ground. Eli begs forgiveness, explaining he knew he would be killed by the thugs so set them up with the Post Office raid and tipped off the police to ensure they went to prison.
By the side of the lake, a heartbroken and hysterical Emily contemplates suicide to escape her desperate situation. She fills her pockets with rocks and wades into the water. Sam is poaching nearby and is shocked to see a body disappear under the water. Viv can’t settle back into work at the Post Office so Bob and Jamie try numerous ways to help her relax. Jamie gives her a spray can to ward off any potential intruders, but she's unimpressed. Meanwhile, Bob buys her massage balls to calm her down. Elsewhere, Eric’s unnerved to hear from his solicitor that Steph has a strong case for her share of the business.
Left alone in the shop Viv panics when Victoria and her friends hurl eggs at the window. A distressed Viv begins to hyperventilate and collapses. Eli sees and calls an ambulance. When the ambulance arrives Bob is anxious when he hears both Viv and the babies are at risk. Meanwhile, Sam takes Emily to the Dingles but Lisa attacks her and Zak is equally appalled and does nothing to hold Lisa back. It's left to Sam to break up the fight. Later, Sam and Emily run into Paddy. Elsewhere, Val offers Paul a huge wage to spy on Steph at the factory until she is safely behind bars.
Viv’s contractions are brought under control but Viv and Bob still fear they may lose their babies. Still in pain Viv tells Bob this is all her fault because she should never have got pregnant so late in life. As Bob and Donna sit at Viv's bedside, Viv drops a bombshell.
Carl and Matthew are surprised when Jimmy returns, hell-bent on telling the truth about the house collapse. The brothers’ plans to complete the project are left in limbo as Jimmy refuses to give in, with Jimmy finally sobbing and saying they're all murderers. When Carl has to break his date with Chas, she and Eli scope out Home Farm; after realizing Jimmy is back, they sneak off to get drunk, unaware that Matthew has seen them.
Matthew organises a forged report on the house collapse while Carl tries to persuade Jimmy to keep quiet. As the HSE inspectors arrive, Matthew confesses everything about Tom’s kidnap to Jimmy, who finally agrees to side with his brothers. Meanwhile, Chas is upset after she stays the night with Eli and Carl fails to notice. Val advises her to use Eli’s attraction towards her and make Carl jealous. Elsewhere, Rodney adds to his collection of “classic” cars by purchasing an old tow truck to dispose of the van. When Shadrach borrows the truck to tow one of Scott’s customer's cars, Scott retaliates and exacts the ultimate revenge.
Chas and Eli indulge in a cheeky game of strip croquet at Home Farm. After she defeats him, Chas is chased around the grounds by a naked Eli before they are caught by Rosemary and Carl who are furious. Also, Bob storms into Pear Tree Cottage to berate a broken Jimmy. Drowning in guilt, Jimmy's saving grace comes when Matthew escorts Bob off the premises. Elsewhere, Matthew has a problem with his car and takes it to the garage. While Scott and Debbie are sidetracked, Rodney tinkers with the vehicle, causing further damage. Matthew returns, fuming at the delays and decides to cancel Scott's contract with the Kings.
Tom returns to the village to discover that Jimmy’s back and in a sorry state. Jimmy questions his father's decision to hide the kidnap from him and intimates that Tom's pressure led to him making the mistakes which caused the house collapse. Tom retorts before firing a warning at his troubled son.
Hari suffers a further leg injury and demands that Dr Abbott provide him with stronger painkillers. Later, he flirts with Louise in The Woolpack and they agree to go on a date. Elsewhere, Chas is angered when Rosemary’s theft accusation is proved to be false. After Chas warns her to keep out of her relationship with Carl, Rosemary acts as if Chas attacked her. Tom orders Chas out of Home Farm, only for Rosemary to stop him. Also, Rosemary taunts Edna over her feelings towards Tom. As they leave for Eve’s blessing, Rosemary spies a small jewellery box on her desk. It appears to contain a ring.
Edna attends Eve’s blessing and is surprised to see her sister Lily. Peter tells them that the time is right to make amends for the past and the sisters talk. Lily asks Edna how she has lived with such a terrible secret, before Tom interrupts them. Edna rushes off and is questioned by Tom. Her revelation leaves Tom shocked to the core. Meanwhile, Chas reveals her concerns about Rosemary to Debbie. Debbie has an idea and tells Chas that setting a wedding date with Carl would be the ideal way to silence her. When she discusses the matter with Carl, he understands her concerns. Elsewhere, Debbie and Scott team-up with Rodney to fix his classic car. Both are astonished by Rodney's readiness to work with them.
A worried Tom urges Edna to confide in him and she confesses that Peter is not her son, but her sister Lily’s. Edna confesses she refused to give Peter back to Lily when he was five and admits she never got close to Peter in case he was taken away from her. Tom tries to convince her to speak to Lily. Meanwhile, outraged over the closure of the Post Office, Len starts a petition for it to be re-opened. He manages to recruit a few protesters including members of the press. Elsewhere, Hari continues to have problems with his leg. He refuses to have time off work and takes veterinary pain killers before heading off on his date with Louise.
Tom plays peacemaker and forces Edna and Lily to talk to each other. Lily berates Edna for not letting her have Peter back, especially as she was unable to have anymore children. Elsewhere, Steph is in high spirits after meeting with her solicitor, still confident she’ll get off. Alan is less optimistic, worried what the media will make of the trial and how his daughter will cope. Meanwhile, Jamie’s illegal meat suppliers give Marlon pork instead of veal, ruining his veal stew that he’s prepared for the Gastronomic Society lunch. Marlon tries to serve the stew with pork but Val becomes suspicious when they begin to get complaints.
It's the day of Steph’s trial and Alan is worried to hear from a journalist that the prosecution have something up their sleeves. The trial begins well for Steph but she gets a shock when it is announced that a new witness has come forward. Meanwhile, Rosemary is irritated by the relationship that has developed between Edna and Tom since their trip away. Rosemary pushes Tom for details about his trip with Edna and teases him about their relationship, but Tom warns her to back off. Elsewhere, Donna decides to use some savings to take Marlon away to a hotel in Leeds to try and cheer him up. As they are about to leave, Lilith turns up on the doorstep with her four kids.
Steph is nervous when Adam takes to the stand. He is the picture of serenity until Steph's solicitor tells the court that he practised without a license after being struck off. Rattled, Adam plays his ace card saying another witness can confirm Steph confessed to killing Terence. Elsewhere, feeling guilty about the previous day, Tom invites Rosemary round for a romantic dinner. She knocks him back but Tom goes ahead and arranges the dinner anyway. Meanwhile, Marlon and Donna are horrified when the kids come down with chicken pox. Marlon begs Val to let them stay, as they need to be in quarantine for seven days.
Steph is anxious as a nervous Isla takes the stand. The court is stunned when Isla claims that Steph admitted to her that she killed Terence. Things don’t look good for Steph but Isla breaks under questioning from Steph's solicitor and admits she's lying. Rosemary has stayed overnight at Home Farm but when Chas bumps into her raiding the fridge she claims she just started work early. Chas isn’t convinced as Rosemary is wearing no shoes and has more than enough food for one person. Confined to The Woolpack backroom, Donna and Marlon struggle to entertain the kids. Toni suggests they throw a chicken pox party to cheer them and the kids up.
The police ask Alan to identify Shelley’s suitcase and belongings. He is adamant that they have no proof Shelley is dead but they tell him her bank account hasn’t been touched for 18 months. Horrified, Alan emotionally asks Steph if she killed Shelly. Elsewhere, Marlon and Donna’s chicken pox party is a big success. Exhausted they crash out on the sofa and Donna suggests it won’t be long until they have children of their own. Meanwhile, Edna tells Rosemary they should try to get along for Tom’s sake and invites her for lunch at the cafe. Over lunch Rosemary takes great pleasure in telling Edna the building work could take months and she could be staying at Home Farm for some time.
Edna is overjoyed when Tom tells her he's fallen in love. Believing it to be with her, Edna suggests he tells the woman how he feels. Later, Tom declares his feelings for Rosemary in front of the family and a distraught Edna. What will happen to her now that Rosemary is in control? Meanwhile, Turner is alone in the aftermath of the trial. Seeking vengeance he goes to see Adam in prison, but a shocking surprise awaits him on arrival. Also, Donna and Marlon continue to struggle in their attempts to find a home. Jasmine suggests that they consider building a cheaper eco-home but Marlon is unsure. After Eli taunts his brother's masculinity, Marlon is forced to change tack. Can the young couple afford to take another gamble?
Edna is shocked to discover the forged structural report while checking some files. She goes to Len and hints at the problem and he urges her to be cautious. Elsewhere, Eli and Jasmine go drinking in The Woolpack and the youngster is served by Val. One drink turns to many and before long Jasmine is drunk and confesses her hatred for Debbie, Scott and their money. Also, after losing more business to The Woolpack, Louise gets her own back by reporting Jasmine's underage drinking to the police. Val is on the verge of completing a dodgy wine deal with Jamie when the officers arrive.
Edna informs Tom of her discovery but he is quick to dismiss her fears. Undeterred she goes to question Jimmy and he quickly becomes angry. Tom enters and is furious with Jimmy's blatancy, before turning his attention to Edna. She insists that she will go to the HSE, but becomes horrified when Tom ultimately reveals his true colours. He then threatens to reveal her secret to Peter before departing from her house, leaving a betrayed Edna shocked and worried. Meanwhile, Val receives a summons from the police and is quick to bar Jamie and Jasmine from The Woolpack. Jack is incensed by the previous day's events and tells Val that Diane is due back tomorrow. Elsewhere, Eli tries to convince a hung-over Jasmine that they can work together to take Debbie and Scott’s money. She dismisses him though, insisting that she would never trust another man to help her, particularly another Dingle.
The Sugdens are shocked to learn that Billy Hopwood might get parole and the news overshadows Diane’s return. The family is confused when she organises an impromptu party and then laughs uncontrollably at the news of Val’s problems with the police. Elsewhere, Edna hands in her resignation and sets about convincing Jimmy to tell the truth. They are interrupted by a furious Tom who orders her away from his son. But after Edna persists with her moral quest, Tom takes matters into his own hands. Meanwhile, Grayson mistakes Perdy’s illness as a sign she might be pregnant. Unable to hide her guilt she blurts out that if she was pregnant the child might belong to Matthew.
Edna is horrified to see Peter back in the village, accompanied by Tom. Afraid of what Tom might do, Edna admits to Peter that she isn’t his mother. Peter demands to know why it has taken so long for her to tell him and is angry when she says it is because of Tom's blackmail. Unable to cope with her deceit, Peter leaves the village forever. Also, Tom is livid when rumours fly around that the Kings are almost bankrupt. Matthew promises his father that incoming capital from the housing development will soon ease their worries, but Tom wants to use the pension fund instead. His anger grows when he finds it to be empty and turns on his sons. Meanwhile, the villagers are concerned when news spreads of Billy Hopwood’s impending release. Bob and Kelly agree to keep the information from an already fragile Viv, while Daz and Jack visit Billy in jail. An emotional Daz warns his father to stay away and pledges his loyalty to the Sugdens
Edna presents the forged report to the HSE and their officials turn up at Pear Tree Cottage. The house is searched and Jimmy is questioned again, but no evidence is found. Later, Matthew blames his father for their problems and a vote is taken on Tom’s future. Elsewhere, Bob learns of the forged report and his hopes are raised that the Kings will face justice for Dawn’s death. He is aghast, however, to learn from the HSE that Edna's evidence is insufficient. This prompts Bob to turn on Edna, particularly when Rosemary gets involved to expose her crush on Tom. Shortly afterwards, Edna slaps Tom across the face when he insists to generally caring for her. Meanwhile, Diane and Val use their charms on Inspector Watkins at the police station and are relieved to escape with a warning. Jack is annoyed by their childish behaviour, but the sisters continue to celebrate in The Woolpack. However, an unexpected visitor soon wipes the smiles from their faces.
Potential buyer Chris Horton informs the Kings that he is only prepared to buy the housing development on the condition that there is no further legal action. Realising that he's at risk of losing the sale, Tom falsely claims that all civil action has been agreed out of court, much to Matthew’s concern. After learning that the Kings will go unpunished for the house collapse, a drunken Bob storms round to Home Farm with Jamie and Jean, determined to force a confession. Tom instead offers compensation on the condition that no future civil action is taken. Elsewhere, Edna is talk of the café, Len’s concern for her prompting Betty to joke to Pearl that there's something between the two friends. When Len finds Edna in church she expresses her devastation that everyone believes she covered up the report, revealing its existence as a woman scorned.
Bob feels betrayed by Jean’s suggestion that they accept the Kings’ compensation. When Jimmy hears from Bob that Tom has offered the Hopes £100,000, he is amazed and under pressure from Bob admits that he was accountable for the accident. After coaxing from Bob, Jimmy leaves with him to confess all to the HSE. When they bump into Tom en route, he's stunned to discover Jimmy's intentions and puts a stop to it. When Bob's lone protestations at the HSE are dismissed, he drives back in a rage and upon seeing Tom in the road, sees red and puts his foot down. Meanwhile, Ashley is quick to dismiss Betty’s claim that Edna only brought the report to attention as revenge for Tom's rejection, and goes to see her. Elsewhere, Paul speaks to Matthew about the availability of Victoria Cottage and when he suggests to Emily that they both move in, she worries about Viv’s reaction to her involvement with the Kings.
When Len hears from Pearl that Edna has been increasingly upset. he seeks her out in church. Though Edna insists on being left alone, she unintentionally confirms Len's theory when they slowly discuss her situation with Tom. Knowing that he's the cause of Edna's isolation, Len storms over to confront Tom at Home Farm where Pearl is forced to leave the duo alone. Tom belittles Len and reveals the truth about Edna's son.
After Kelly is jilted by the property developer and then rejected by the Hopes, she fixes her attention on Jimmy. The lonely pair go for a drink where Bob berates his stepdaughter for associating with Jimmy and warns her to keepy away from him; although reminded by her step-father that his family caused the death of Dawn is loud and clear, Kelly continues to console with Jimmy anyways until she proceeds to explain her true intentions to Scott.
Tom confesses that he will miss Rosemary and she engineers a permanent invite to stay at Home Farm. The announcement is greeted sourly by the Kings and Sinclairs so Tom proposes to a shocked Rosemary. Also, Jamie uses his new job with the Kings as a way to find evidence linking them to the house collapse. After rooting through their files he is caught by Chas who wants to help him. Jamie fires an insult at her before their argument is stopped by Carl. He fires Jamie outright. Meanwhile, Betty continues her attempts to lift Alan’s spirits but is frustrated by his bickering with Sandy. After hauling him to the Woolpack, Sandy jokingly tells Alan to lighten up. He is taken aback when Alan reveals the extent of his recent turmoil.
Rosemary and Tom arrange some engagement drinks to celebrate their engagement. Both families are suspicious and Chas wonders why Rosemary would leave Oakwell for Home Farm. Rosemary is defiant that she loves Tom and is moving for him, but Matthew is quick to warn her away from the family business. Meanwhile, Sandy is a constant source of irritation for Alan and asks why Betty tolerates his disgusting habits. After Betty is non-committal to his queries, Alan is forced to find solace elsewhere. Also, Paul is relieved to finally escape Val as he moves into Victoria Cottage with Emily. His joy is short-lived however, as Kelly barges in with her belongings. Paul insists that there is no room for another body.
The women of the village stop and stare as David Metcalfe arrives in Emmerdale. Val gives him 20 questions, curious about where he's come from and his marital status. Del spots him in the pub and Val encourages her to make a move. David buys her a drink and they hit it off straight away. He confesses to Del that he's in Emmerdale to find his dad. After a night on the tiles, Sandy is shown the door by Betty. Later Alan’s annoyed when Sandy turns up drunk and disrespectful towards Betty. Sandy jokingly puts his fists up to Alan and accidentally smashes Seth’s glass tankard. Betty is heartbroken and as Alan comforts her he tries to kiss her. Elsewhere, Jo is amused at Louise’s desperate attempts to woo Hari and makes fun of her not having any one to spend Christmas with. Jo implies she's not going to be alone at Xmas, but she hints at too much and Louise jumps to the conclusion that she is having an affair.
Paddy finds out the sample he took of Andy’s sheep is useless. Concerned about the welfare of his sheep Andy is annoyed with Paddy for the mistake and accuses him of being incompetent. While Paddy is at the lab getting the second test results done one of Andy's sheep dies. Elsewhere, Alan confesses his shame over Betty to Marlon. Marlon insists he stay at the pub with him and Donna. Marlon collects a few of Alan's things and reassures Betty that Alan is safe and well. Betty tells him she’ll smooth things over with Alan but Marlon suggests she give him a bit of time. It's moving day at Victoria Cottage and Kelly dupes Emily by claiming Paul said she could move in with them. Emily's dumfounded by Kelly's cheek when she moves her things into Emily's room.
Del’s list of David’s potential fathers grows by the minute. Del takes David to The Woolpack for dinner and after he forms an instant bond with Zak, she think Zak could be his father. Eric notices David's closeness with the Dingles and is convinced they are colluding to stitch him up. Eric aggressively approaches David outside the pub thinking he's a tax inspector but Zak steps in, telling him to leave his son alone. During an operation Paddy loses his confidence as a vet and walks out of the surgery. He decides to take a back seat at the surgery and takes the rest of the week off asking Jo to get a locum in. Marlon tries to cheer Paddy up by taking him, Donna and Toni Christmas shopping but there's more bad luck in store for the inauspicious vet. Meanwhile, Kelly’s not impressed when Emily insists they all pull their weight with the cleaning and draws up a rota. When Kelly won’t help clean the windows Paul reverts to school boy tactic to get her to pitch in.
Nursing a bloody nose, Eric refuses to accept that David is his son, and that only concrete evidence would convince him otherwise. Meanwhile, David tells Del what a disappointment his father turned out to be. Later Eric admits to Val he stole £20k from David's mum and fears David's is only claiming to be his son to get the money back. Elsewhere, Toni and a claustrophobic Paddy are stuck in a lift in the shopping centre. Paddy tells Toni that he has lost his confidence as a vet but there's a bigger shock in store when Paddy reveals all about his father. Meanwhile, Belle begs Shadrach to go to a disciplinary meeting with her teacher, to keep up the pretence that he is her father. Having taken a fancy to the teacher, Shadrach agrees, but Belle must come up with a bottle of whiskey to secure the deal.
Suspicious Eric decides to keep David on side to stop him claiming the debt back. He makes a real effort with him by giving him his job back at the factory. Meanwhile, he looks into getting DNA proof and steals a hair from the back of David's jacket. Eric gives the sample to one of his dodgy council connections to get the DNA test. Keen to make amends with Andy, Paddy invites him and Katie to a new night club. Meanwhile, Paddy secretly buys Toni a strappy dress that she likes in a magazine and insists she wear it the following evening. Elsewhere, Belle drags an inebriated Shadrach to the meeting with her teacher. Shadrach pulls off the meeting with Mrs Burgess but spots an old photograph on her wall and recognises her as an old flame from years ago.
Toni and Paddy enjoy a night out on the town with Katie and Andy. Paddy’s jealous when Toni pulls another guy. However, when the guy loses interest in Toni due to her scar she's devastated. Paddy ditches an old flame he's met to comfort her and they end up sharing a passionately embrace. Elsewhere, Eric asks David to move in with him and later offers him a part of the business. Val is suspicious of Eric's sudden change of attitude towards David. While searching for her missing purse, Val comes cross the DNA results envelope and figures that Eric had a dodgy test done. Eric takes it from her and admits that he did the test behind David's back. Meanwhile, Perdy leaves Katie in lurch when she's pulls out of a meeting with a potential customer for the stables. Jo agrees to step into the breach and meet the client on Katie's behalf.
Jo feels heartbroken when the Sugdens decide to spend Christmas as a family and her anger boils over later in the day when Katie ridicules her input in the livery business. When Katie mounts her horse, Jo startles the animal causing it to throw its rider to the ground. Meanwhile, Paddy is devastated when he wakes to discover Toni has vanished after spending the night with him. Emily encourages him to seek religious counsel and after some kind words from Laurel he leaves a romantic message on Toni's mobile. Elsewhere, Belle is handed a telling off when Zak and Lisa realise that Shadrach posed as her parent. She protests that the school are constantly making her sit tests, although she agrees to try harder.
Andy frets when the doctor reveals that Katie will be bed-ridden for a while. Jo secures two weeks compassionate leave from the vets and tells a grateful Katie that she’ll devote her time to helping at the farm. Elsewhere, Marlon and Donna’s house building is derailed when Lilith is arrested and they are landed with her kids. Also, Jasmine is worried for Laurel’s party when Eli buys some alcohol for Daz. She accuses Eli of being a bad influence but Daz defends him and insists that she needs to trust people again after Cain.
Ashley is maddened by the pitiful turnout at his prayer meeting. As the numbers dwindle, tempted by the music from Laurel’s party, Ashley takes matters into his own hands. He stomps into the village hall and resumes his prayer service much to Laurel's embarrassment. Elsewhere, Donna and Marlon warmly receive Lilith’s children but are puzzled by the change in their mood. Meanwhile, Jo multitasks to perfection at Butler's Farm, earning Andy’s gratification. He offers to accompany her to Laurel's party and Jo sees the opportunity to dress glamorously. The pair head off for a good night.
Laurel tries to reconcile with Emily over at the café. They talk and Laurel shares her worries about Ashley’s behaviour, before revealing she's pregnant. Intending to share the news, Laurel reconciles with Ashley and they look towards the future. However, his desire for stability throws everything she hopes for into doubt. Elsewhere, Kelly cooks up a cunning scheme after Paul mocks her relationship with Jimmy. She announces that she's listed Paul and Emily on a dating website and both are aghast. Meanwhile, the Dingle kids cause more problems for Donna and Marlon. Donna admits to Lisa that they are struggling and things continue to spiral out of control when the boys disappear.
Victoria taunts Luke about his mum leading to a fight at school. Marlon marches Luke round to the Sugdens’ to apologise but it descends into chaos once again. Jack warns Marlon that the pressure of caring for children only increases as time goes on. He is proved correct, leading Donna to make an important decision about her future. Meanwhile, Paul and Emily arrange dates with individuals from their dating website. Both are hugely disappointing and Paul is ashamed when his date leaves him with the bill. They return home intent on deleting themselves from the site. Elsewhere, Diane decides to amuse herself when Jack won’t join her on a day of fun. She ropes in Rodney and Ashley and the trio park themselves in The Woolpack for an all-day session.
Marlon notices that Donna is under pressure, despite her protestations. Not wanting his wife to abandon her career, he secretly invites the social worker round to discuss the kids. Donna implores Marlon to keep the children, but he disagrees. She is crushed and blames Marlon for everything. Also, Perdy investigates Rosemary’s financial status when the latter tries to hire her former maid at Home Farm. Rosemary dismisses her questions but Grayson is far more forthcoming. Meanwhile, Jack struggles to contain his errant wife and demands an explanation. Diane explains that she's decided to live life to the full after her problems in the last few years. Full of remorse, Jack has no counter argument and offers Diane an apology.
Paul goes on a second blind date that's just as disastrous as the first. On his way home he stumbles across an altercation in the park and hears some youths attacking a man and hurling homophobic insults. Paul rushes over and is shocked to discover that the victim is Grayson. Meanwhile, Donna is still angry with Marlon for taking the lone decision to give up the children. Jean encourages her not to be so hard on Marlon as he had her best interests at heart. Elsewhere, Jack arranges a family outing to Hotten. Later that day, he turns up to the Woolpack where Diane’s forgotten about the arrangement and is wildly engaged with decorating the pub. Stone cold sober, but bubbling over with excitement and energy Jack is mystified by her erratic behaviour.
Following the assault, Perdy suggests Grayson call the police. Worried she’ll find out the truth, he lies and says that he and Paul already had the night before. When Rosemary hears Grayson's story she is sceptical and lets him know that she's well aware of the probable truth and warns him that Perdy will work it out too. Elsewhere, Chas torments Rosemary over her engagement, explaining that Tom ditched her cousin Charity at the altar and will do the same again. Meanwhile, Lisa and Zak are once again summoned to school over Belle’s behaviour, this time to see the head teacher and are astounded when Belle is suspended for infiltrating the school computer system.
Grayson unsuccessfully tries to convince Perdy that his indiscretions will never happen again. Rosemary reminds Perdy that she knew what she was signing up for when she married him. When Perdy angrily accuses her of being jealous of Grayson's love for her, the two argue with Rosemary insisting that Perdy will never be able to trust Grayson again.
Matthew tells Chas to organise a family lunch as he has something to reveal about Rosemary which will put an end to the wedding plans. Everyone turns up for lunch bemused as to what's going on, especially Tom, where Matthew reveals that Rosemary was kicked out of Oakwell Hall by her nephew, who sold the estate to the Yorkshire Historical Trust; a sale which took place a while back, that Rosemary had forgotten to mention.
Tom realises that time's running out in order to preserve the sale of the housing development. Jamie agrees to talk to Bob and Jean again about the offer. Knowing that money talks Tom doubles the offer to £200,000, but they only have 24 hours to make a decision. Elsewhere, Jimmy tries to cheer Kelly up by sending her a dozen red roses and an invitation to lunch. He books caterers including a butler, to make lunch at home. Whilst Jimmy sees off the caterers Bob arrives. Rosemary remains worried that Tom still doesn’t trust her. He insists that he does and will find a way to prove it to her. Matthew is concerned when the two of them plan a visit to the solicitors.
Jamie arrives at Home Farm to tell Tom that the Hopes won’t be accepting the compensation money, only to find out from Tom that he's too late as Jean had already accepted the offer; thus, no civil action will be launched against the Kings in the process. Jamie is shocked and confronts his mother, who is in the midst of packing her bags, where the two gets into an argument.
When Jamie asks Chas to help him in his plight to reprise against the Kings, she suggests that tracking down the foreman will provide them with the evidence they need. After careful prodding, Chas learns from Jimmy that the foreman is currently in St Tropez. Over at The Woolpack, Jack is furious to discover Victoria flirting outrageously with an 18 year old. He quickly sends her home and berates Diane for neglecting to watch over her. Meanwhile, a desperate Terry books a flight to Morocco in a bid to track down his son TJ. The police later visit Terry and warn him that he’d be wasting his time trying to track down TJ.
As Chas prepares to see Jamie off, his plan to track down the foreman is destroyed when it becomes clear that Tom and Rosemary have got to him first and he's no longer in St Tropez. Tom lays into Chas for her part in the betrayal and, warning that Carl will never forgive her, suggests she pack her bags and end the engagement. Tom makes a snide comment and Chas lunges at him, only for Rosemary to stop her, but Chas turns the tables on Rosemary instead.
When the village awake to find the burned remains of the Kings billboard, culprits, Jamie and Bob, are thrilled to discover that it's got tongues wagging and gossip is rife as to the perpetrators responsible. Tom and Jimmy are convinced that it's Chas who, whilst denying all knowledge, warns that it's less than they deserve. Marlon and Donna are disheartened to discover that the quote for building their new house is above and beyond what they can afford.
Besides themselves with worry, Donna and Marlon wait anxiously as the police try to track down the kids. When Eli finds them in Seth’s hide, he takes them back to a much-relieved Donna and Marlon. They remain concerned however that the kids were keen to escape from their Uncle Tony.
Holed up in a B&B, Donna and Marlon are horrified to see their faces on the news wanted for kidnap. One overheard phone call to the police from the landlady at the B&B, and the couple are back on the road with kids. The sight of a police car causes more panic and they quickly realise that they have no option but to give themselves up at the station. Over at the Dingles, Lisa is aware that Belle is missing her school mates, and so throws a makeshift Christmas party for her. When the family jump out and surprise her, Belle is suitably underwhelmed to discover none of her friends are there and later begs to go back to school. When it's announced that Carl is returning to Home Farm, Tom warns Matthew and Jimmy to keep schtum about the reasons for Chas’s absence.
Carl is stunned to return home and discover that Chas has moved out. When Carl presents her with tickets to Vegas for their wedding, she tells him the wedding is off. Seeing his hurt, she almost reveals all and suggests they leave the village for good, but when he defends his family she concedes that the relationship is over. In a bid to keep his son onside,
Carl is stunned when Chas admits that she conspired with Jamie to find evidence to incriminate the Kings over the house collapse scandal. Carl and Chas sadly agree that their relationship is over after her betrayal, but after learning of Tom’s role in the break-up, Carl furiously confronts Tom at Home Farm and, ignoring his pleas that Chas would've ruined his life regardless, tells to stick his offer to hand over the business to him. Jimmy, who had been overhearing the whole conversation during his attempt to get Tom's attention, is shocked about the news and proceeds to reveal this to Matthew, leaving the duo betrayed and angry as they believe Tom has disowned them both.
All is prepared for his wedding day as Tom King heads down to the church to marry Rosemary; who is already on her way to the church as well. Terry is an emotional wreck looking at pictures from last Christmas of Dawn and TJ. Upon seeing Tom's wedding car arriving at the church, Terry snaps and attacks Tom; swearing revenge on him whilst inadvertently hitting Ashley in the face.
Tom is pronounced dead by paramedics. Meanwhile, Jimmy holds Bob in the Home Farm kitchen until the police turn up. When they arrive, Jimmy tells CID about seeing Bob climbing down a drain pipe after Tom's murder. Bob claims he was at the wedding to pass a message to Donna. Jamie arrives at The Woolpack Christmas dinner late. Viv demands to know where's he's been. Lying he tells her he was with Bob at Dawn's grave. When they ask where Bob is, Jamie's alarmed that they've not seen him. Hearing sirens passing The Woolpack everybody becomes concerned. Elsewhere, Louise and Hari are puzzled by Terry's strange behaviour when he claims he's been out walking and he's glad to hear that Tom is dead. Terry packs a bag and leaves the village.
The police put pressure on Bob to admit he had something to do with the murder when he's taken in for questioning. Bob is on the defensive and insists that he was only at the wedding to pass a message to Donna. The police note that Bob was accused of trying to run over Tom only a few weeks before.
Bob returns home after being released on bail and returns to face the wrath of Viv. Viv demands to know what he was doing at Home Farm in the first place. Bob denies he killed Tom and later questions Jamie about his movements on the night of the murder. Carl is convinced Bob killed Tom and goes to the café to confront him. Jamie answers the door and is on the receiving end of a knuckle sandwich – just as the police arrive. Toni announces she and Paddy are engaged, much to the dismay of Del, who decides on a glamorous new image to show the vet what he's missing. Spurred on by Lisa, she fills a bag with material from the factory - but David catches her in the act.
Bob goes to the police station and confesses to Tom’s murder. The Kings are stunned at the news of Bob's confession. Carl revels in being the bearer of bad news as he tells the Hopes that Bob has confessed. Jamie is adamant that Bob couldn’t be the killer. Meanwhile, Eric slyly tries to get David to invest his inheritance money in a new specialised cleaning service. Eric claims he's been struggling to find a trustworthy business partner up to now. Paddy begins to convince himself he does want to marry Toni and asks Marlon to be his best man. Marlon's incredulous but Paddy's determined to go ahead with the engagement. Toni admits to Diane she's having doubts about spending her life with Paddy.
Following a catty war of words at the engagement party in the Woolpack, Kelly takes the opportunity to burst Toni's bubble, when she implies that Paddy didn't actually propose in the true sense of the word. Horrified, Toni's fears are confirmed when she overhears a conversation between Paddy and Marlon. Later in a distressed state, Toni sees Del with David and sees red, blaming her for all her woes. Over at the post office, Viv and Jamie are in a daze from the news that Bob hasn't been granted bail.
2016
Debbie pays Charity a visit. Vanessa is worried about baby Johnny. Chas rekindles an old flame.
It's the day of Adam's trial and he's in a bad mood having realised he'll be found guilty for a crime he didn't commit. But, he and Syd are let free by a masked Cain and Aaron, and Adam leaves for a new life after stowing away on a cruise ship after saying goodbye to Victoria. Meanwhile, Tom's charade is nearly uncovered.
Moira and Victoria are devastated after Adam's departure. PC Swirling appears at the farm with orders to search for Adam. As she confronts Cain about helping Adam flee, Harriet mentions Moira found the hoodie she was wearing on the day Emma died. Leyla updates Megan on her plans for Greece.
Tom waits on the doorstep of Jacobs Fold hoping to make it up to Debbie. He promises he won't allow Wishing Well Cottage be demolished but Debbie questions if Tom would've ever told her about this if she didn't find the papers.
Debbie struggles to digest the news that Tom is really Joe Tate. Joe explains to Debbie he was buying her, commenting it was easy - like mother, like daughter. Cain and Moira return to the farm where Moira claims Cain pushed her into attacking him. Cain insists Adam chose to run but Moira accuses him of bullying Adam into it. Moira gets worked up again which leads Cain to question what'll happen next time when he isn't around and it's just her and Isaac.
The Dingles are still reeling from yesterday's revelations about Joe. Charity doesn't want Noah to find out Joe is his half-brother. It's Aaron's birthday. Tracy has learned from Vanessa that Leyla flew to Greece last night and is forced to break the news to David and Jacob. Jacob is devastated. Noah is left with a lot of questions when Zak mentions Tom is really called Joe Tate.
Sarah can't understand why Joe has been so mean to her mum. Paddy approaches Robert to ask why Alex was thanking him. Robert explains he was giving Alex pointers about what to get Aaron for his birthday as he wants Aaron to be happy. At Home Farm, Lawrence gives Sam and Lydia the week off so the Whites can prepare for their move without the news getting back to Robert.
Bob asks Laurel to meet later for a private chat. Rebecca has sorted Seb's passport ahead of the move to Australia although Chrissie is disappointed to learn Lachlan has set up a flat viewing tomorrow. Debbie receives a call from the police asking her and Charity to go to the police station.
Zak and Lisa discuss Belle moving in with Lachlan. Surprisingly Zak isn't kicking up a fuss that his little girl is moving out, noting Debbie has already lost her home and they could potentially lose theirs too. Zak and Lisa spot a dog that looks like Alfie in the back of Jai's car along with Tip.
Ahead of the move, Lawrence drops Dog off at his new home. Lachlan can't understand why Belle dumped him. At Keepers Cottage, Victoria asks Robert if he sure about his plan. Robert doesn't see any other option so he'll lie low for a while whilst he works out where he stands legally. Ross isn't pleased to bump into Cain in the café and makes a dig about Adam's escape.
Shell shocked Robert cannot believe what he's just witnessed. Whilst calling for an ambulance, he sees Lawrence has been catapulted from the mangled car. At the church, Harriet tells Laurel she's gone against her conscience. Robert is unable to open the car door to get to Rebecca. As Lachlan comes around, he fears Chrissie is dead.
Lachlan asks Dr Melville why Rebecca hasn't woken up yet. He brings up the possibility of Rebecca not waking up. Robert walks into the room and hears Lachlan asking about potentially turning off Rebecca's life support. He takes this as confirmation that Lachlan caused the accident and is trying to cover his tracks.
Harriet is considering her future and decides to ditch work to spend the day with Cain and Isaac. Dr Jessops wants to release Lachlan from hospital but he's concerned about the teenager's living situation and wants to get social services involved. Gerry suggests Lachlan could move in with him.
Pete panics when he can't find Ross. At the farm, Faith offers to look after Isaac but Moira wants to spend time with the baby believing Pete and Ross will report her to the police. Zak and Lisa wonder why Belle dumped Lachlan and fear he may have hurt their daughter. Unaware Lachlan is listening, Belle reveals she broke things off as Chrissie told her Lachlan was mentally ill and needed professional help.
Cain and Moira have spent the night together. Moira forces Cain to hide under the bed when Faith arrives back from the shop. As Cain is hiding under the bed, Faith waltzes into the bedroom and picks up Isaac. Removal lorries trail through the village on their way to Home Farm leaving the villagers wonder who their new neighbours could be.
Lisa finds Joe trespassing outside Wishing Well Cottage. Joe asks Lisa to hear him out. As she's dropping a meat order off at the pub, Moira overhears Laurel telling Chas that Harriet resigned from the church then Cain dumped her. Zak tells Joe what Wishing Wall means to him. He doesn't expect Joe to understand but Joe says he does - he bought Home Farm as it's the last place he was really happy.
At the party, Lisa confronts Joe about his architect and solicitor's no show. When out of Lisa's earshot, Joe calls the Foreman to check in on progress. The bulldozer crashes into the roof of Wishing Well Cottage. Inside, Noah and Samson play on their VR headsets, oblivious to the danger they're in. Eric hears a noise so turns up his radio to drown it out. Noah and Samson are alerted that something's going on when rubble falls down the chimney. Suddenly the wall caves in leaving the boys terrified.
Cain and Zak survey the partly demolished Wishing Well Cottage. Graham calls in at Pollard's Barn where he orders Eric to take the credit for rescuing Noah and Samson last night. Due to Jimmy working for Joe, Nicola feels the needs to defend her husband, insisting he had nothing to do with Wishing Well being knocked down. The cramped conditions in the pub are causing tension between the Dingles and Zak is in no mood to celebrate his birthday.
Zak, Lisa, Sam and Debbie survey the partially demolished Wishing Well Cottage. Lisa wonders how they'll get their home back. Joe jogs over and offer to buy the house although Sam states he'd rather be homeless than sell to him. Dr Melville examines still unconscious Rebecca. She explains there's no way of knowing if Rebecca sustained any lasting damage until she wakes up. Faith softens towards Eric and allows him to buy her a drink. David and Priya secretly meet at the village hall to discuss Leyla.
Zak promises he and Lisa will be out of the way soon although Chas assures Zak they're more than welcome to stay at the pub. Charity orders Debbie through to the bar so they can talk about yesterday in private. Debbie states she was so angry, that in that moment, she didn't care what happened as long as Joe was hurt. Charity calls Cain, hoping he'll be able to talk some sense into their daughter but she can get hold of him.
Lachlan and Robert remain at Rebecca's bedside. Lachlan fears what Rebecca will say if she comes around. Cain and Ross continue to plot against Joe although Debbie doesn't want them getting into trouble on her account.
Faith has loaned the Dingles her key to Pollard's Barn for the day so they can use the facilities. Zak suggests they should get another key cut before they hand it back. It's the day of Chrissie and Lawrence's funeral and Lachlan is on edge. Rhona tries to persuade Bernice to offer her hair and beauty skills at the auction but Bernice is attending the funeral. Graham wonders why Joe is staying in a village where he's hated. Joe explains he feels close to Chris here plus he's determined to get to know Noah.
Panicked after discovering Gerry about to play his voicemail, Lachlan protests Gerry has no reason to hear the voicemail message with his last exchange with Chrissie and Lawrence, but Gerry plays the recording anyway. Belle grabs the phone and turns it off just before she and Gerry hear anything incriminating. Bob returns to Connelton View with a bunch of flowers for Brenda which only makes her more suspicious about his movements.
Vanessa and Paddy aren't happy with Pete for standing Rhona up last night. Chas is troubled by Paddy's interest in his ex-wife's love life. Tracy finds Lachlan smelling a bar of soap Chrissie loved in the shop. She tries to comfort him. Brenda tells Kerry she can't stand the way she's feeling just now and wants to know who Bob's other woman is.
Kerry receives a text from Fiona confirming she'll be attending the party. Brenda wonders what she's going to say to the woman she believes Bob slept with. Vanessa accidentally spills a smoothie over herself which Charity finds hilarious and proceeds to take pictures. Pete heads into the café but soon leaves when he spots Rhona, so Rhona fills Vanessa in on the kiss with Pete.
Rhona has spent the night with Pete at Dale View. Paddy witnesses them kissing in the street and jealously notes Rhona is wearing yesterday's clothes. David and Tracy are all loved up after their trip to Paris.
Tracy is off with David when he returns from the convention as the text from Priya is playing on her mind. David has decided to enter the shop in the Hotten Retail awards. Faith finds emotional Moira clearing Holly's bedroom of her belongs. Cain pitches up to help turn Holly's room into a nursery for Isaac but he soon realises it wasn't Moira who asked him to help out.
It's Harriet's last day as vicar and Laurel wants to do something special for her. Cain rushes off when Faith lets slip Moira's plans to leave. Laurel orders Harriet to be at the café around 1pm. As Ross is dropping Joe off in the village, they spot Noah. Ross urges Joe to talk to Noah, reminding him it's the only way he'll get to know his little brother. At Butlers Farm, Moira asks Pete to look after the place when she leaves but he's unsure about taking on such responsibility.
David and handyman Phil are getting on famously much to Tracy's annoyance. As Cain drowns his sorrows, Victoria informs Debbie, Charity and Chas that Moira is leaving. Charity believes she's doing it for the attention but Debbie insists Moira wouldn't do that. At the café, Harriet's friends celebrate her last day as vicar with tea and cakes. Harriet gets emotional and ends up walking out.
Robert asks Lachlan if he'll be going to the hospital today, noting it's been a while since his last visit. Lachlan says he'll visit Rebecca after his meeting with the solicitor. Faith is delighted that Cain and Moira are back together.
In the café, Dan informs hungover Harriet that Cain smashed a window of Bishop Barry's car. Harriet feels awful that Charity has stitched Cain up. Zak and Lisa get a quote for the rebuild of Wishing Well Cottage. Lachlan offers to pay for the repairs but Zak believes Joe should be footing the bill. Robert and Victoria arrive at the hospital to the news that Rebecca has woken up.
Lachlan hasn't slept for thinking about Rebecca as well as keeping guard at Wishing Well Cottage. A nurse prevents Victoria from visiting Rebecca as she was so agitated yesterday and advises Victoria to come back later. Noah calls round at Home Farm again. Harriet is angry with herself for getting involved with Cain as she's lost her principles and ended up with nothing.
Debbie bumps into Joe outside the shop. Joe asks about Noah. Debbie takes great delight in informing Joe that Noah has gone on holiday with Charity, and whilst they're on the beach, Charity will be filling Noah in on everything Joe and his family have done. She doesn't think Noah will want to see Joe after that. Zak wants to get Wishing Well Cottage rebuilt but Lisa doesn't see the point as it'll only be knocked down again. Debbie heads to the farm where she badgers Cain about sourcing drugs to plant on Joe.
Joe and Jimmy go about their business at Home Farm, unaware Graham has drug dealer Simon bound and gagged in a cupboard. In the café, Lisa and reluctant Zak look at details of houses. After being let go by Graham, battered and bruised Simon heads to the garage to see Cain but he's not there.
Joe and Graham go searching for the car Ross stole and are surprised to find it parked up in Main Street. They go to confront Ross but finds him lying in his front garden screaming in pain. Graham realises Ross has been a victim of an acid attack so orders Joe to get a hose pipe from the garage whilst he removes Ross' shirt and calls an ambulance. Graham hoses Ross' face down.
Ross wakes up in hospital with bandages covering half of his face. Harriet can see something is up with Laurel. Laurel explains she can collect the memory card containing Ashley's videos as the police no longer need it.
Bob and Brenda plan to take the twins out for the day but as Daz is ill, Bob has to stay behind to cover the café. Laurel does her best to avoid Bob and Harriet. At the hospital, Ross is struggling to come to terms with his injuries and new limitations and Pete bears the brunt of it. Harriet calls round at Mulberry Cottage where she confronts Laurel about her relationship with Bob again.
Brenda fears the worst when she can't find Bob. Ross is upset Debbie hasn't visited him yet, but he's soon distracted when DS Hart appears to update him on the investigation. In the café, Brenda tells Harriet and Laurel that she believes Bob has left her as he's nowhere to be seen and isn't answering his phone.
Aaron prepares a Valentine's dinner for Alex although Liv and Gabby don't have much faith in his cooking abilities. Liv approaches Jacob on Gabby's behalf. She asks him about his plans for Valentine's Day and suggests they meet up later. Cain attempts to talk Debbie out of telling Ross the truth about the acid attack but Debbie is adamant she needs to.
A large bunch of flowers arrive at the shop for Tracy. She concludes David didn't send them and wonders who did. Debbie is in a state after visiting Ross yesterday. She fears Simon could go after her or drop her in it with the police.
At the hospital, Ross follows Debbie out into the corridor and asks if she's alright. He apologises for freaking her out. Meanwhile, Cain holds Simon hostage. Simon soon realises Cain believes he'll squeal to the police so promises the police will never hear about Debbie's involvement from him. Liv hands Gabby her schoolbag so Gabby can copy her homework.
Ross is in agony as his bandages are changed. As Liv's loved ones gather at the Mill to celebrate her sixteenth birthday, Chas pulls Aaron aside to inform him Rebecca will be moving into Keepers Cottage tomorrow. Gabby decides to treat Liv to a birthday breakfast in the café and on the walk there, she asks Liv if she got any Valentine's cards. Liv lies she didn't.
Aaron and Chas worry about Liv. Chas thinks that if Liv is questioning her sexuality, Aaron should have a word about his own experiences. David heads off to meet Phil at the football. Gabby has posted Liv's birthday video online leaving Bernice disgusted by her daughter's behaviour. Laurel instructs everyone to be at the pub later for Sandy's leaving party.
Phil's threats are playing on Tracy's mind but she has no idea how she'll pay her blackmailer as she's already overdrawn. Liv has been scrubbing the henna tattoo until it hurts but it still won't come off. As he's dropping a meat order off at the pub, Pete talks to Charity and Debbie about Ross. Charity suggests Debbie should go with Pete to the hospital to assure Ross that Moses will come around.
Tracy puts Frank's money back in the money box. When they bump into each other in the shop, Robert reminds Aaron it's their anniversary today. Aaron states they aren't together anymore so it doesn't matter. At Dale View, DS Hart talks to Ross. She suspects Ross may be holding something back for fear of implicating himself in something although Ross denies it.
Bernice has arranged Vanessa, Kerry, Priya and herself to join Robert on a night out. Robert tries to back out but Bernice drags him into a taxi. Tracy leaves David a teary voicemail. Her husband is sitting in his van in silence. Paddy gets in trouble with Chas by making a joke about her age ahead of her birthday tomorrow.
It's Chas' birthday. Charity re-gifts the present Chas bought her for Christmas. Aaron and Robert have spent the night together. Aaron presents Robert with a house key whilst Robert produces their wedding rings from his wallet and they put them back on. Paddy takes Chas round to Tall Trees Cottage where Marlon has prepared a Mexican-themed spread. Chas attempts to smash the piñata and in the process, she falls over and injures her ankle.
Paddy wakes up on the sofa in the pub backroom with 'Paddy' still scrawled on his forehead, although the P has been smudged it looks more like 'Daddy'. Joe orders Jimmy to deal with Zak for stealing materials from the golf course development to rebuild Wishing Well Cottage.
Chas is suffering from morning sickness and doesn't feel like eating. Whilst putting her breakfast in the bin, she comes across the toy sheep Paddy bought for the baby. Exhausted Jimmy is struggling to juggle both his jobs. He asks Rodney to cover a haulage run but Rodney can't as he's still over the limit after his night on the town.
Gerry searches for missing Tip. Jai realises his dog is missing and asks Zak to help him look but Zak refuses. Paddy suggests Aaron should tell Chas what a good mum she is. Marlon reminds Paddy that that won't change Chas' mind although Paddy just wants Chas to know he's by her side whatever happens.
Nicola has prepared a special birthday breakfast for Jimmy but he rushes off to work without eating any of it. It's also Noah's birthday. Charity wants to make it special, but Noah isn't interested in any of her suggestions as he believes she's only doing it because of Joe. Laurel can't wrap her head around Rhys being responsible for Ashley's window getting broken.
Brenda lets herself in to Mulberry Cottage. Whilst Laurel talks to Brenda, Bob hides under the table. Brenda asks if Bob's here but Laurel lies she hasn't seen him. Rhys doesn't think he fits in in Emmerdale, and he's not sure he wants to, as he prefers a more urban parish.
Bob and Laurel bump into each other in Main Street as they put their children on the school bus. Bob suggests he and Laurel could go for a walk. Brenda watches as they stroll off together. Priya picks up some last-minute supplies for Eliza birthday party.
The Doctor informs Jai and Rishi that there's no indication Eliza has had a seizure and questions if there is another way Eliza could've got the bruises. Pete finds Ross watching children's television surrounded by empty bottles of beer. He encourages Ross to leave the house but Ross doesn't want anyone staring at his scars. At the farm, Moira tells Cain that if he wants to move in permanently, he needs to start getting along with Faith.
Ross has scar check today and has also booked an appointment with a physiologist. Ruth Shepperton and DC Parker meet with Megan and Frank to discuss Eliza's bruises. DC Parker questions if the bruises could be the result of physical punishment but Megan insists she doesn't smack her daughter and neither does Jai.
Ross is suffering the effects of his heavy drinking last night. He concedes his behaviour was out of order. Pete throws the skin graft leaflets in front of Ross, suggesting he does something to help himself. Phil's face is plastered across the front page of the Hotten Courier alongside the headline "Blackmail Sex Shame by Local Man". Jacob realises Phil was blackmailing Tracy.
David considers rejigging the shop ahead of the meal with the Cavanaghs. Phil has changed his plea to guilty as someone else has come forward to complain about him. Jacob is delighted for Tracy and gives her a hug although David is still distant with his wife. Rishi had hoped Priya would change her mind about moving out but she's still determined to leave.
Emotional Tracy tells Vanessa and Charity that David is ashamed of her for her past as a prostitute. At Home Farm, Dean informs Joe that the kitchen camera was disabled by someone who isn't very good at covering their tracks.
Faith has spent the night in the village hall. At Keepers Cottage, Rebecca has forgotten Seb stayed with Robert last night and panics until Victoria reminds her where her son is. PC Stone appears to arrest Rebecca for breaking into Home Farm. Jacob isn't surprised Tracy left David but reminds David he can still make things up to his wife. Hungover Tracy has slept on the sofa at Tug Ghyll.
Gabby has managed to blag an invite for her and Liv to go to a party tomorrow night so they need to find a way to get hold of booze to take with them.
Daz catches Gabby with gin but Gabby threatens to tell Bernice he bought her alcohol if he says anything. Rebecca is devastated at the thought of having permanent brain damage. Belle offers Rebecca her support as she knows what it's like to not understand what's going on in your head. Gerry invites down in the dumps Tracy along to the Whingles Ale launch night at The Woolpack although she rejects him.
Liv has spent all night fretting about Lisa and is alarmed when Chas mentions Lisa has been in theatre all night due to complications. At the hospital, Zak blames himself for Lisa's collapse as they've been living in a half-demolished house. The Doctor informs the Dingles that Lisa is stable but discloses she had Ketamine in her system.
It's the day of Chas' termination. Paddy has taken the day off to support her but she insists there's no need. Ross and Pete head to the hospital ahead of Ross' skin graft operation. At Home Farm, Joe reveals to Graham that Debbie was behind the acid attack and he was the intended victim.
Debbie believes Simon will have told the police everything although Joe reveals he offered Simon £100k to keep her name out of things. Debbie refuses to be blackmailed by Joe so if Ross has to hear about her involvement in the acid attack, he'll hear it from her. Joe doubts Debbie will go through with telling Ross as it'll ruin her and her children's lives.
Jessie informs delighted Rhona that they've secured council funding so Leo can keep his teaching assistant. Moira mentions to preoccupied Debbie that she's going to visit Ross later and asks if she wants to come too. In the café, Daz makes jokes about Gabby trying to spike his drink as he serves Diane, Bernice and Gabby breakfast. Liv and Aaron are also having breakfast in the café.
Bernice storms round to the Mill with Gabby in tow demanding Liv starts talking about what happened to Lisa. Aaron and Robert try to pack Liv off to school but Bernice demands Liv admits the truth first. Joe encourages Debbie to ditch work so he can take her to lunch.
Charity still can't believe Debbie has reunited with Joe and berates her daughter for doing so, unaware she didn't have much choice. At the Mill, Aaron worries about Liv and orders his little sister to stay away from Gabby.
Debbie stares at the box containing the posh dress Joe bought her. Sarah spots the dress and inquires if it's for a date, telling her mum she wants her to be happy. Aaron receives a call from the police asking to take Liv to the station.
As yesterday didn't go as planned, Joe has another idea to win Debbie around. Cain does nothing as Debbie and Joe drive off together which frustrates Charity who questions if Joe has something on Cain too. In the café, April asks Jessie if she can take the school gerbil, Arnold, home.
Joe isn't afraid of Cain despite him being armed with a hammer. Moira is expecting to meet Cain in the pub for dinner. Charity suggests to Debbie that Cain is late as he's paid Joe a visit. Joe doubts Cain will do anything as he knows Debbie was responsible for Ross' attack.
Joe reveals to Graham that he visited Debbie last night and told her he'd keep her secret and also that he loved her and wanted her back. Graham orders Joe to stop moping after Debbie and do the right thing for once. In the shop, Priya encourages David to tell Tracy about the new living arrangements. Jacob isn't happy with his new housemate as he's still angry with Priya for betraying Leyla.
Priya badgers reluctant David to tell Tracy about the new living arrangements. Eric calls in at Farrers Barn to collect Amba and is surprised to learn Priya is staying. He also encourages David to speak with Tracy. Pete has bought Ross an orthopaedic cushion following his skin graft. Ross is less than impressed. Joe believes Debbie was going to take him back until she got the wrong idea about him and Priya.
Someone sneaks into the darkened shop and makes off with a life size cardboard cut-out of David. Jacob apologises to Priya for his behaviour yesterday. Before Jacob heads off to school, David asks him to keep his fling with Leyla under wraps. Vanessa returns to Tug Ghyll with the cardboard cut-out of David and suggests Tracy uses it to vent her anger but Tracy isn't up for it.
Tracy has removed her wedding ring. Ross plans to return to work on the farm and has bought the Lathams a bottle of whisky to apologise for yesterday. He's also started writing his victim's statement for the police. His new attitude impresses Pete, who asks to read the statement but Ross has only managed a line so far. Jimmy continues to struggle to juggle his two jobs.
Ross' car sits abandoned with the driver and front passenger doors wide open. David tries to make things up with Jacob but Jacob is in no mood to hear him out. Tracy receives an anonymous text.
Pete rushes unconscious Ross to the hospital. At the scrapyard, Jimmy informs Robert he doesn't want to go back to driving, citing Nicola's ambitions for their future. Robert receives an important call from a client and shoos Jimmy out. Joe watches it all from the comfort of his sofa.
It's Good Friday and Nicola is planning a day out with the children but Jimmy is preoccupied thinking about Joe's offer. Joe approaches Jimmy to ask him if he's made a decision yet. Jimmy hasn't. Ross decides to discharge himself from the hospital against the doctors' advice.
Joe and Noah pitch up at the scrapyard where Joe takes great delight in informing Robert that Jimmy sold him his half of the haulage business. He also reveals he's changed the name of the business to 'Tate Haulage & Sons' then proceeds to take one of the trucks out for a spin.
Priya dresses up in a chicken costume for her new job. It's not the high-flying marketing position she was expecting. Bob has spent the night at Mulberry Cottage. He calls Brenda, spinning her a line about the plumber not having the correct part. Laurel admits to Bob she loved waking up to him this morning so they head back up to the bedroom when there's a knock at the door.
Brenda receives a stack of packages she purchased with Laurel's credit card. She can't believe how much she's bought. Rodney reads aloud his texts to girlfriend Misty leaving Bernice feeling uncomfortable. In the pub, Kerry uses Rebecca's confused state her advantage and manages to blag herself a free vodka.
Hungover Bob wakes up on the sofa at Dale Head following a night out in Harrogate with Dan and Daz, both of whom are also worse for wear. Aaron is jumpy following Syd's unwelcome visit yesterday. Robert believes they need to pay up to ensure they're all safe and hopes to buy time to raise the money. Aaron receives a call from Syd and lies he has the money.
Robert bursts into Butlers Farm and informs Cain that Syd has Aaron. Through his panic, he explains Syd wants £100k and they have two hours to get hold of it - otherwise Syd will kill Aaron. Cain orders Robert to work on finding the money whilst he works on finding Aaron. Moira walks in and questions what's going on.
Laurel, Harriet and Arthur prepare for Ashley's memorial. Harriet has rearranged the photographs in the village hall so they can hang the now repaired stained-glass window on the wall. Cain informs Aaron and Robert that according to the MacFarlanes, Syd has done a runner with the money and inquires how Robert managed to get his hands on so much cash.
Jacob and a badly sunburnt David return from their holiday in Marbella. Laurel inform Bob that Brenda knows about the affair. At Tug Ghyll, preparations are underway for Frank's birthday party. Tracy forewarns Frank and Megan that Charity will be attending.
David and Jacob paint over the graffiti on the door of Farrers Barn. Ross is running low on painkillers so tries to source a repeat prescription. At Victoria Cottage, everyone heard Rodney and Misty's bedroom antics last night. Elliot innocently asks why Misty kept shouting "Yes!". Nicola insists Jimmy needs to have a word with Rodney, but Jimmy leaves that to Nicola.
Chas is struggling with morning sickness. At Victoria Cottage, Jimmy is down in the dumps and his mood isn't helped by witnessing Rodney and Misty all over each other. Vanessa calls Charity around to Tug Ghyll to talk about yesterday. Charity realises Vanessa has reported her ordeal to the police, just as a Police Officer knocks at the door.
Rhona comes across Ross' pill box in the bin and notes they were only prescribed yesterday. She's about to voice her concerns to Pete when Ross walks in. Chas is plagued with severe morning sickness. In the café, Vanessa mopes after being dumped by Charity.
As Ross walks towards her, a terrified Rhona begs him not to hurt her. In the café, Charity insists to Noah she didn't mean what she said yesterday and suggests they hug it out. Noah questions why Charity is acting weird. Ross apologises to Rhona for scaring her; he doesn't know where this behaviour is coming from.
Chas is continuing to struggle with her constant morning sickness. At Mill Cottage, Liv's solicitor, Louise, calls round to discuss Liv's case ahead of court on Monday. Louise agrees not to mention Gordon in court but explains Lisa may not be able to speak up for Liv.
On the morning of Liv and Gabby's court hearing, Aaron learns Liv's solicitor, Louise, has been reassigned so the practice's senior partner is taking over. Meanwhile, at Brook Cottage, a nervous Bernice flaps over Gabby's appearance in an attempt to make her daughter look as innocent as possible.
Zak isn't at Wishing Well Cottage leading Lisa to believe he's avoiding her. Outside the shop, Bob bumps into Laurel and asks after Gabby but Laurel rushes off. Brenda watches their exchange from a far. Lisa pops round to the Mill offering to help Aaron and Liv in any way she can. Aaron believes it's too late and advises Lisa to avoid Zak if she doesn't want a fight today.
After being woken by Belle, a hungover Zak wants to make things right with Lisa but Belle explains she's gone. Arthur is upset as Laurel can't afford to send him on an activities weekend with school. Doug offers to pay but Laurel declines.
Bob has got everything out of Brenda secret cupboard and confronts her about it. He questions if she's stealing again but Brenda avoids the question and takes the twins to the bus stop. Aaron has spoken to a solicitor and is hopeful Liv will be out on probation in two months. Lydia informs Laurel that she's moving out. At the bus stop, Brenda notices Arthur is feeling down.
Bob believes this could be his and Laurel's shot at happiness. At Dale View, Ross is terrified when he spots the blister packet of pills next to Moses with a pill less than there was before. He asks his son if he's eaten any on the pills but Moses says he hasn't.
Arthur is rude and angry. Laurel assumes it's because he can't go on the school trip. Brenda asks Ross about his attacker's trial next week. Ross comments he "can't wait to see the scumbag go down". Pete is called up to the farm so Rhona offers to accompany Ross to his occupational therapy appointment. After Pete dashes off, Rhona asks Ross how he really feels about the trial and reminds him he doesn't need to go through all this alone.
Rhona bumps into Pete outside the shop and establishes Ross hasn't told him about coming onto her. A still furious Arthur refuses to go to school so Laurel agrees he can stay home today. Doug cannot believe Laurel is even entertaining the idea. Jimmy makes excuses to not engage in marital relations with Nicola.
Rhona offers to accompany Pete to the trial of Ross' attacker but Pete doesn't want to go after yesterday. Rhona thinks he should go to support his brother, mentioning it's a year ago today since the worst day of her life and she couldn't have faced Pierce in court alone. Laurel realises Doug has had word with Bob. Jimmy is reluctant to go into the café after publicly revealing his impotence yesterday.
Pete is practically keeping Ross prisoner in Dale View to prevent him going after Simon but Ross manages to escape through a window. Nicola is still furious after Jimmy's sex therapy session with Misty. Jimmy asks Nicola to let it go, assuring his wife nothing untoward went on but let's slip he wasn't fully clothed. Whilst in the shop, Harriet mentions the police initiative to David and how she thought Tracy could front it but Tracy got cold feet upon hearing the press would be involved.
Vanessa has spent the night at the pub and Charity attempts to persuade her girlfriend to ditch work to return to bed. Noah walks in and is rude. He doubts Charity and Vanessa will last - Charity's relationships never do. Daz plans a romantic meal for Bernice which makes Kerry jealous as Dan hasn't treated her in ages.
Charity tells Bails he doesn't scare her but Bails can see she's shaking. Charity informs Bails she's ready to take him on. She warns him if he goes near Tracy again, she'll exposes him for the pervert he is. Tracy is annoyed to see Charity and Bails having words and apologises to Bails. Graham tells Megan about his time in the army as well as his late wife.
The Spencers are still trying to come to terms with Ali's sudden death. Dan has agreed to help Rachel and Sean with the funeral arrangements and vows to focus on his children but he's still annoyed at Daz for telling Amelia that Ali's dead instead of letting him break the news. Joe gifts Noah some new games which annoys Charity.
Kerry hates being burdened by Daz's secret so after Dan and Amelia go out, Daz tries to explain things. Jai is surprised to learn Rishi has a date with Helen. Rishi begs Frank to help him during the date. Frank reluctantly agrees. Daz tells Kerry that sleeping with Ali was a drunken mistake which they both regretted.
Megan overhears part of Frank's phone call to a jeweller regarding an engagement ring. Frank then proceeds to lie to her that Rishi needs him to go into Hotten to collect something. Megan takes this as confirmation he's cheating on her. Kerry removes a strand of hair from Amelia's hairbrush then pulls a strand from Daz's head for a DNA test. Noah appears at Home Farm again.
Megan sits contemplating yesterday's events. When David walks by, Megan asks him about his relationship with Tracy and if he believes his marriage would've survived if he'd told Tracy about Leyla sooner. David comments you can't love someone and lie to them.
Aaron and Robert visit Liv to confront her about her alcohol consumption, revealing they found a water bottle containing vodka in her schoolbag. Graham informs Joe that Megan got engaged yesterday. Joe jokingly asks if Graham wants him to have Frank killed. Noah calls into Home Farm hoping Joe will take him to all the places he used to hang out with their dad.
Joe's lifeless body lays in the water. Noah rushes down the side of the quarry as Debbie arrives on the scene. Whilst Noah calls for an ambulance, Debbie runs into the water and pulls Joe out. She begins performing CPR. and Joe begins breathing again. Priya fills Lachlan in on her meeting with a potential client.
Robert fills Chas in on Liv's drinking problem and how Aaron is blaming himself. In the café, Debbie talks to Rebecca about Joe, revealing they kissed yesterday and now she doesn't know if she hates Joe or herself more. Noah call round to Home Farm to see Joe, this time with Charity's blessing. Noah hugs Joe, relieved that his brother is alright.
Zak returns to Wishing Well Cottage with the news that Belle's doing much better so Lisa will bring her home later. At Home Farm, Debbie finds Joe attempting to put a model airplane together following a challenge from Graham. Joe is struggling so he asks Debbie to help.
It's the day of the sexual exploration initiative launch and Tracy is nervous about making a speech. Although Vanessa has decided not to attend, David, Frank, Megan and Harriet will all be there to support her. Vanessa calls in at the pub to check up on Charity but Charity insists she doesn't need minding.
As Charity is dragged out of the conference room, Bails' wife Chloe calls her a disgrace but Charity questions why she'd lie. Bails spins his wife a story about Charity being confused which leads Vanessa to label him a lair, stating every word Charity said was true. DCS Wordsworth informs Bails that Charity's allegations need to be investigated so orders him to go home.
On the morning of Bob and Brenda's wedding, Doug reminds Laurel this is her last chance to do something about her feelings for Bob. Laurel orders her father to drop the subject. Bob was supposed to spend the night at Victoria Cottage but didn't and now no one knows where he is. At the salon, Brenda gets ready, unaware her groom is missing.
Harriet asks if anyone knows of any lawful impediment to prevent Bob and Brenda getting married. Meanwhile, Laurel stands at Ashley's grave an apologises to her late husband. She states she was lonely and mixed up but now knows Bob isn't what she wants. At Dale View, Ross encourages Dawn to see a doctor and quit the drugs. Newlyweds Bob and Brenda have confetti thrown over them as they leave the church.
Tracy gossips about Bob and Brenda's ill-fated marriage. She speculates why it's ended and asks Laurel if she thinks Bob has cheated. Bob has spent the night in the café whilst the twins have stayed with Brenda at Connelton View. Cathy is convinced Bob and Brenda will make up. When Harriet pops round to check up on Brenda, Brenda informs her Bob was having an affair with Laurel.
Nicola finds the café closed again with a note pinned to the door revealing Bob and Laurel have been sleeping together. Nicola yanks the note from the door and heads round to show Laurel but not before Faith has read it.
At the salon, Bernice assures Daz that Dan will come around in time. Kerry pops in and informs them Dan didn't come home last night and isn't answering his phone. Daz vows to put things right somehow. Gerry and Doug find the Whingles sign has fallen on the floor and the crack above the door of B&B has grown larger.
At the B&B, Gerry listens to the voicemail from the day of the crash again whilst Doug removes some plaster. A lintel begins to creek so Doug concedes he'll need to get the builder back in. Laurel tries to talk to Arthur as he's walking to the bus stop but he ignores her.
Dan has no idea what to do for the best. He hates lying to Amelia about her true paternity and fears Daz might reveal the truth. Aaron receives a call about Liv and rushes off. At Wishing Well Cottage, an exhausted Belle asks Lachlan to borrow his tablet to watch a film.
Lachlan climbs over the rubble to get to Gerry. Gerry manages to talk but Lachlan shouts at his dying friend, ordering him to shut up. Gerry questions if Lachlan deliberately made the roof cave in. Lachlan admits he did. Gerry understands why Lachlan did it and reminds Lachlan he could've killed himself too.
Police swarm the village following Gerry's shock death. Doug blames himself and questions what Gerry was even doing at the B&B. A guilty Lachlan tries to assure Doug it's not his fault. DC Flanagan calls round to Dale View to inform Ross that the acid attack case is now closed. DC Flanagan states there isn't any more the police can do, unless Ross is withholding information they don't know about.
At Wishing Well Cottage, a distracted Belle assures Lachlan he's got nothing to feel guilty about for Gerry's death. Conversation soon turns to the pregnancy and they agree it's the wrong time to have a baby. Ross asks Rebecca out for a drink but Rebecca declines as she and Victoria are looking after Seb tonight. Doug can't stop thinking about Gerry and the potential manslaughter charge he's facing.
Joe calls in at Jacobs Fold where Debbie agrees to tell Sarah and Jack about their relationship after school. Debbie also believes she needs to make Ross aware too. Dawn sneaks up on Ross as he puts the bag containing the drugs in the boot of his car. She hands him more drugs, just as Debbie drives past.
Joe calls in at Jacobs Fold and is disturbed to see Debbie's bruised face. Debbie spins him a story about how she sustained the bruising but Joe knows she's lying and inquires if Ross caused them when she told him about their relationship. Debbie insists Ross wouldn't do it.
At Home Farm, Ross sneaks up behind Graham and strikes him over the head. Brenda has cleared out her and Bob's joint bank account. Bob knows she's trying to provoke a reaction so Laurel advises him not to rise to it. Debbie and Joe prepare to tell the Dingles about their relationship. PC Williams asks Doug to come down to the station for another interview. Charity is in town so Debbie is unable to tell her mother about her relationship with Joe. Joe returns to Home Farm to find an unconscious Graham bound and gagged and Ross armed with a gun.
Debbie has been shot. She slumps to the ground clutching her abdomen. Graham and Joe rush to her aid as a stunned Ross watches on. Meanwhile, in the pub backroom, Chas and Faith speculate about what Debbie has to tell them.
A nurse informs Joe and Ross that doctors managed to revive Debbie and she's now heading to theatre. Graham confronts Connor about hitting Debbie, pulling hairs from Connor's head as he does. Connor questions what's wrong with Graham and goes to leave but Graham states he isn't done yet. In the pub, Diane tries to assure Doug that it was grief talking and Terry will change his mind about suing. them.
Ross sits at Dale View drowning his sorrows. Meanwhile, at the hospital, Joe assures Debbie that Ross hasn't gone to the police as they would've turned up by now. When Cain and Charity appear, they're shocked to find Joe at Debbie's bedside. Bob asks Cathy and Heath around to Mulberry Cottage for dinner but they aren't keen.
Noah asks Charity how Debbie is doing. Charity comments Debbie is okay physically but mentally she's not so sure as she's back with Joe. All Charity wants is her children safe but she doesn't think they will be with Joe. Charity hugs Noah and Moses and tells her sons she loves them. Harriet hears back from her contact about Charity's son.
Charity opens the box of mementoes of her baby boy and takes out the little blue hat. She's about to put the hat in the bin when Vanessa appears and reminds Charity that binning the hat won't make her forget about her son. A plumber has sorted the leak at Connelton View but when Bob and Laurel head into the café with their blended brood of warring children, Brenda lies the leak isn't fixed yet. Paddy has enlisted Megan's services to plan his and Chas' wedding.
Chas is excited ahead of her baby scan tomorrow but soon realises she's got the dates mixed up and the scan is actually today. Paddy and Marlon have got lost in Scotland. Meanwhile, Chas knocks at Tall Trees Cottage looking for Paddy. When there's no answer, she calls him but it goes to voicemail as Paddy has turned off his phone.
Amelia shoots her latest vlog. After Amelia heads into Hotten, Dan and Kerry discuss Amelia's true paternity, unaware the webcam is still recording. Paddy begins planning the baby's nursery as he's still in the dark about the devastating news Chas received at the scan yesterday. Charity and Joe bring Debbie home from hospital. Bernice advises Daz to either deal with the issue of him being Amelia's biological father or leave it. Daz has no idea what to do.
When Dan takes Amelia breakfast in bed to apologise, he and Kerry discover her room is empty and her bed hasn't been slept in. DI Simmons calls in at Tug Ghyll to inform Charity they've found Ryan, however at this moment, Ryan is not prepared to do the DNA test. Charity asks about Ryan, but DI Simmons can't say anything.
Charity keeps calling the number back hoping the mystery caller was Ryan. Whilst shopping for provisions, Victoria reminds Rebecca about her lunch with Ross. When Debbie and Joe appear in the shop, Rebecca asks Debbie if she minds her having lunch with Ross. Ross walks out after overhearing Debbie stating she wants him to be happy. Outside, Pete spots Ross exiting the shop and insists he can't keep running off every time he sees Debbie.
Doug spots Terry sleeping in his car so offers him a room in the B&B free of charge. Ross can't believe it when Pete admits he lost his temper yesterday and alluded to Debbie's role in the acid attack. Ross questions what he was thinking and insists Pete needs to shut this down. Villagers gather in the café where Kerry hands them Amelia's missing persons leaflets that are to be distributed in Leeds and Harrogate. Sarah has spent the night at Pollard's Barn.
Harriet receives a call from a former colleague informing her Bails has refused to give DNA so he's been arrested and will be forced to give a sample. Charity regrets telling Ryan the truth about his conception as her long-lost son now doesn't want to know her. Vanessa suggests Charity phones Irene to update her so Charity calls and asks Irene to tell Ryan she's grateful that he gave his DNA.
It's the day of Gerry's funeral and Doug is busy trying to raise funds for Terry. Charity is feeling the full effects of her heavy drinking yesterday and feels guilty about the voicemail she left Ryan. DI Simmons calls in the pub with the news that the DNA test showed Bails is Ryan's father. Sarah is annoyed to find Joe at Jacobs Fold.
Doug has spent the night at the B&B. He can't believe he was taken in by Terry and let Terry take him for all he had and more. A worked-up Eric presents Doug with an estimate of £20,000 to sort the B&B. T-shirts have been printed with Amelia's face on them to spread the word about the eleven-year-old's disappearance.
As Eric heads to the B&B, he finds a drawstring bag placed against the backdoor. He looks inside and cannot believe what it contains. Leanna manages to persuade Jacob to bunk off school, lying to David it's a revision day. Leanna then uses Jacob's phone to call the school pretending to be David, which is witnessed by Sarah who calls Noah and orders him to get back to the village. Eric shows Diane the contents of the bag - it contains £20,000. Noah meets Sarah in a barn at Wishing Well Cottage.
At the hospital, Sarah lays sleeping as her worried relatives watch on. Joe appears to check up on Sarah and support Debbie. He explains he's spoken to the police about the car and they've agreed not to take the matter any further. It's two weeks since Amelia disappeared and Daz is struggling to hold it together. In the pub backroom, Chas, Paddy and Marlon worry about Sarah. Paddy can't comprehend what it must be like to have a child that's that ill.
There is still friction at Mulberry Cottage as Arthur, Cathy and Heath continue to act up as they adjust and to the new living arrangements. Bob proposes they all go to the cinema tonight as a treat. Faith continues to steam ahead with the arrangements for Chas' baby shower. Marlon questions if Chas is up to it but Chas orders him to back off. Joe calls in at the hospital with magazines for Sarah.
Paddy struggles to comprehend the bombshell Chas has dropped and needs to know exactly what's going on with their baby. Dan fears Amelia is dead. Kerry orders him to keep positive, insisting they're going to find her alive. Meanwhile, at the police station, DS Benton and DC Smee quiz Daz about his time in the army, revealing someone calling themselves "Helmand2009" has been speaking to Amelia in a private chat room since she disappeared.
Paddy has been up all night researching Bilateral Renal Agenisis. He's found nothing to give him hope but Chas is still blindly optimistic that everything will turn out okay. She requests Paddy doesn't tell anyone about the baby's prognosis until they know more. DS Benton asks Dan and Kerry about doing a televised appeal for Amelia. Cain and Moira head to the hospital to find Debbie has spent the night in the waiting area. Joe appears with a change of clothes for Debbie but Debbie asks him to leave.
A Journalist approaches Chas looking for information about Amelia. When he doesn't get anywhere, he badgers Daz, who also doesn't disclose anything. At Dale Head, Kerry receives a crank call accusing the Spencers of keeping Amelia hostage. It's clear Dan believes Daz is somehow implicated in Amelia's disappearance. Belle finds Lachlan staring at the sign Gerry made for Whingles Ale.
It's a not so happy birthday for Diane when Doug confesses he slept with Brenda - in earshot of all their friends and family! Later, Brenda and Laurel are arrested following a food fight.
Following Freddy's offer, Belle has a decision to make about her future. Fearing he's losing Belle, Lachlan follows Freddy with murderous intent and nearly clobbers him over the head with a rock. He's horrified to turn around and find Priya running to a taxi. Elsewhere, Daz receives a ransom call.
Moira gets the mother of all shocks when an intruder at Butlers Farm reveals himself to be her daughter Hannah and explains he's been living as a man called Matty for almost two years.
Matty becomes reacquainted with Victoria whilst Moira struggles to come to terms with the fact that her daughter is now her son. Also, Tracy sleeps with estranged husband David but soon regrets it.
Rakesh tries to get hold of his old builder. Ronnie pulls Rakesh aside whilst he is going over fixtures and fittings with James and Emma to quiz him on what they are doing about the dry rot problem. Ronnie insists he is not letting anyone else inside until it is sorted and made safe.
Over breakfast, Ross reveals to Pete that he ordered Cain to sign the garage over to him or he'll inform the police about Debbie's involvement in the acid attack. Pete fears Cain could tell the police about Ross shooting Debbie but Ross is confident it won't go that far as Cain won't allow anything to happen to Debbie.
Daz sits languishing in a cell. Meanwhile, Bernice listens to a voicemail from Daz protesting he doesn't know who the girl is but suspects she's somehow connected to his time in the army. At Dale Head, Dan prepares a special breakfast for Amelia's first day back home. When Amelia comes downstairs, she asks about her laptop but as the police still have it, she uses Dan's phone instead.
Whilst getting coffee, Robert receives a call from Liv and rushes off. Daz appears in the café having been released without charge. Brenda inquires if this means he didn't take Amelia after all. Bernice confirms he didn't, declaring Daz has done nothing wrong and asks all those in the café to spread the word. Joe informs Debbie and Sarah that he's arranged for a consultant to visit later and give a second opinion on Sarah's condition.
Sarah comes downstairs wearing her fancy dress for the dance. Debbie again asks if she's feeling okay. Sarah lies she's fine. At Brook Cottage, Faith wears gloves as she throws Doug's clothing into bin bags. Diane thanks her for helping out. Cunning Faith insists it was a pleasure. Rhona runs into Jessie in the shop and they get talking about Jessie's date with Marlon.
Preparation for Paddy's stag-do is underway at Tall Trees Cottage. Daz and Bernice show Dan and Kerry the letter Amelia wrote to Beth - Amelia writes how she wishes she was still with Beth as she hates her family.
At the factory, Priya is fed up of Rishi's wall of boxes dividing the office. Jai isn't best pleased either as Rishi's refusal to get some paper work in his area of the office has resulted in an order being dispatched incorrectly.
On the morning of Chas and Paddy's wedding, Cain appears at Tall Trees Cottage to inform Paddy and Marlon that Chas has decided to call things off. Jai realises Rishi is using him to impress Dr Jutla but reluctantly agrees to go on a "farce" of a date with the doctor's daughter.
Lachlan sets to find out who is sending him threatening texts. Moira tires to find Matty to try put things right with him. Graham asks Charity to keep quiet about his and Megan's affair and threatens her, resulting in Charity telling all.
Frank is furious after discovering Megan cheated on him with Graham, and breaks off his engagement to her before hunting Graham down. Moira rushes to Matty's bedside, but receives the cold shoulder. Lachlan searches for the Conman but has no luck.
Moira makes amends with Matty. Lachlan finally finds the conman and deals with him for once and for all!
Ross, Rhona and Pete get to know more about Matty. Lachlan buries the conman in an unmarked grave but is shocked to discover Liv was the one sending him threatening text messages.
Lachlan is interrupted by Liv whilst gassing Mill Cottage, and knocks her unconscious. Rebecca is horrified to find Robert and Liv unconscious, but Lachlan stops her from calling an ambulance. Dan tries to get Amelia to befriend Elliot but Elliot offends her.
Robert and Liv recover in hospital following the carbon monoxide poisoning. Rebecca has gone missing, infuriating Robert and Ross. Meanwhile, Maya and David continue their affair.
Robert, Aaron and Liv discover what caused the carbon monoxide leak at Mill Cottage. Ross is infuriated over Rebecca's sudden departure and takes out his bad mood on everyone else. David is shocked when Liam reveals Tracy is pregnant but is upset when Tracy tells him she had an abortion.
David continues to struggle with the news that Tracy aborted his baby whilst Tracy is angered to discover it was Dr Cavanagh who told David about the pregnancy. Elsewhere, Matty gets conned.
Victoria and Matty grow closer whilst David is warned about Maya. Also, Irene agrees to give Charity another chance with Ryan.
Charity and Ryan begin to get to know each other but things turn sour when Ryan realises Charity hasn't told her family about him. Ryan also becomes acquainted with Ross and the pair get on like a house on fire. Elsewhere, Matty makes amends and the reality of having a heart transplant begins to hit Sarah.
Charity promises Ryan she'll tell her family about him tomorrow although she later backtracks when she sees what a state Debbie is in over Sarah. Also, Jessie admits her feelings for Marlon.
As the Dingles celebrate Lachlan's eighteenth birthday, Robert uncovers evidence that proves Rebecca isn't in Ibiza. Also, Ryan learns Charity can't tell her family about him like she promised and Aaron tells Liv he's thinking of proposing to Robert.
The villagers grow concerned for Rebecca's safety, oblivious that Lachlan is keeping her hostage in a building in the middle of nowhere. Elsewhere, Robert asks for Chas and Paddy's blessing to propose to Aaron at the same time that Aaron makes plans to propose to Robert.
Lachlan admits to hostage Rebecca that he caused the crash that killed Chrissie and Lawrence and also murdered Gerry too. Elsewhere, April schools Jessie and Aaron and Robert disagree.
Aaron and Robert get engaged after some meddling from Chas and Liv. Elsewhere, Sam admits to Lydia that he helped his late wife Alice die. Also, Rebecca tries to bargain with Lachlan.
On the anniversary of his heavily pregnant wife's death, Graham breaks his seven years of sobriety which results in him having visions and flashbacks and culminates in him attacking Joe. Elsewhere, Samson learns Sam helped his mum die whilst a suspicious mole is found on Lydia's ankle.
Graham attempts to put things right with Joe and decides to check himself into a clinic. Elsewhere, Lydia gets the mole on her ankle checked out whilst Ross vows to turn around the garage's fortunes.
As Lydia faces an anxious wait for her biopsy test results, she decides to leave Sam to spare him. Elsewhere, Ross prepares to sell Lawrence's cars but the police soon come calling. Also, Bob realises the café is struggling.
After seeing off the police, Ross sells Lawrence's cars, accepting cocaine as part payment. Elsewhere, Paddy admits he cannot give up work and Priya accepts Joe's job offer whilst Bob quits his job.
Chas and Paddy ask Marlon and Liv to be Baby Margarita's godparents. Later, it hits home for Chas that she doesn't have long left with her unborn daughter following a scare during a prenatal appointment. Elsewhere, Samson encourages Sam to fight for Lydia whilst Bob lands a job interview with his former employer Naughty Nylons.
Bob has a disastrous job interview with Naughty Nylons. His day goes from bad to worse when he overhears Laurel and Nicola talking. Elsewhere, Chas and Paddy agree on organ donation and also announce they've decide to name their daughter Grace. Also, Rishi and Jai go on another double date.
Amelia tracks down Beth but is left devastated when Beth tells her she was using her to get back at Daz. Elsewhere, when the Kings and the Hope/ Thomas go camping on the Cricket Pitch, their children go for a wander in the woods and hear scary noises. Also, Jai tells Manpreet that Rishi likes her.
After yesterday, the Spencers hope Amelia will start to see Beth for what she is. Instead, Beth turns up in the village and Amelia starts making plans for them to run away together. Also, Matty gets a job in the shop whilst the children decide to venture back into the woods.
Rebecca manages to break free of her chains and hits Lachlan over the head with a frying pan. Elsewhere, Angelica, April, Arthur, Cathy and Heath go ghost hunting in the woods whilst at the hospital, Sarah's friend Dom collapses.
Lachlan goes after Rebecca and falls down an embankment. However, as he comes round, Rebecca trips and knocks herself out. Meanwhile, Harriet tries to help Beth with her problems at home, and Matty tries to set up David and Victoria after getting the wrong end of the stick.
A heart is found for Sarah but at the last minute the transplant is called off. Also, Lachlan tries to make it look like Rebecca is staying in Wales for good whilst Megan fails to win back Frank.
Zak is heartbroken when Monty returns to his cruel owner although Lydia soon comes up with a plan to rescue the dog. Elsewhere, Sarah overhears Faith talking about the risks of the transplant and decides she doesn't want to go ahead with the procedure. Also, Frank and Megan reunite.
The Dingles are unable to make Sarah change her mind about the transplant so Faith takes matters into her own hands. Also, Lydia, Sam and Zak uncover a puppy farm whilst Jacob is upset to learn about David and Maya's relationship.
Faith resolves to undo the damage she's caused so she takes Sarah to one of her old haunts to make her see life is worth living. It works and Sarah agrees to have the transplant.
Frank picks up his new car although disaster soon strikes. Ross throws a party. Also, Chas and Paddy speak to a woman who has been in a similar situation to them.
As Ross' drug use begins to spiral out of control, he pushes away those who care about him. Victoria is jealous when Matty leaves the party with another woman. Also, Frank threatens to shop Cain and Ross to the police.
Beth is sentenced to eight months in a young offender's institute. Later, Dan admits to Daz that the Beth/Amelia situation has left him in financial ruin. Also, Cain orders Ross to become a silent partner at the garage. Plus, Matty goes on a date.
Daz resorts to desperate measures to help Dan out of his financial hole by stealing money from the factory. Subsequently, the police are called and Daz is arrested. Also, Leo is indifferent when Pete moves into Smithy Cottage. Plus, Belle and Lachlan decide to move out.
Victoria accidentally outs Matty as transgender to Abby. Subsequently, Abby ends her relationship with Matty. Elsewhere, things go from bad to worse for Daz when Brenda sacks him. Also, Pete attempts to bond with Leo whilst Leanne vows to get revenge on Maya.
As Leanna launches her vendetta against Maya, Jacob lets slip to Maya about them joyriding. Elsewhere, Lachlan comes across Rebecca's message carved into the cabin wall and attempts to scratch it away. Later, Priya comes across the partially scratched out message. Also, Victoria and Matty make up.
Lachlan sets fire to the cabin to destroy Rebecca's incriminating carving. Elsewhere, Lydia receives the all clear but later comes face-to-face with someone from her past. Also, Nicola decides to throw Misty out of Victoria Cottage.
After Lydia opens up to Sam, Sam suggests they set a date for their wedding but Lydia is happy the way things are. Elsewhere, in the aftermath of the cabin fire, Priya is becoming increasingly suspicions of Lachlan. Also, the police uncover blood.
Priya sends the police in Lachlan's direction. Later, Lachlan warns Priya she better hope she's wrong about the writing in the cabin. Elsewhere, Misty dumps Rodney after Nicola and Bernice lie he only has a few months left of a normal life. Also, Rhona receives her decree absolute.
Rodney is furious to learn Misty left after meddling from Nicola and Bernice. Later, Rodney collapses. Elsewhere, Charity introduces Ryan to Moses whilst Tracy suspects Pete is cheating on Rhona. Also, Robert agrees to keep an eye on Lachlan.
Tracy and Vanessa's meddling causes ructions in Rhona and Pete's relationship. Elsewhere, Rodney is devastated to learn Misty has already moved on whilst Noah is upset when Charity lets him down.
As Charity prepares to tell Debbie and Noah about Ryan, she receives a call from a panicked Irene. Elsewhere, Eric is horrified when Faith invites Rodney to stay . Also, Pete and Rhona look to the future.
Charity spends the day trying to make things up with Noah. When she returns to the pub, she finds a drunken Ryan surrounded by Dingles so is forced to reveal that Ryan is her son. Elsewhere, Rishi's date with Manpreet is interrupted by Manpreet's ex. Also, Daz faces court.
As the Dingles come to terms with Charity's shock revelation, Noah learns about his new brother after overhearing Debbie talking to Ryan. In shock, he makes Charity chose between two of her sons.
Joe proposes to Debbie. Debbie can't believe Joe's timing and rejects him. Elsewhere, Ryan is introduced to the rest of the Dingles whilst Manpreet and Rishi decide to give their relationship a go. Also, a murder investigation is launched.
It's wrong place, wrong time for Sam when he catches Lachlan burying Paul Tozer's body. With the net closing in on him, Lachlan decides to flee but before he can, Belle confronts him about his blood covered jacket.
Belle discovers Sam is still alive and pleads with Lachlan to get him an ambulance. When Robert knocks at the door, Belle screams for helps so Lachlan arms himself with a loaded shotgun and goes out to investigate who's there. Elsewhere, Victoria bores her date Ellis by talking about Adam.
Armed with a shot gun, Lachlan searches outside Wishing Well Cottage for the person who knocked at the door. A terrified Robert hides in the barn. Lachlan figures that whoever knocked at the door is hiding in the barn. He's about to go into the barn when he hears a banging noise. After establishing the noise was one of the Dingle pigs, Lachlan heads into the barn but there's no one there. At the pub, Matty orders Ellis to leave, and when he doesn't
A petrified Belle makes a desperate escape - will Lachlan catch her before she gets away? Meanwhile, DS Sanders and DI Cox worry they may have another victim on their hands. Also, Debbie announces her engagement and Jessie reunites with her son.
Belle makes her escape but is run over by Robert. Lachlan finds her and stays with her, and the police finally catch up with him. However, at the station, Lachlan continues to get his way by telling DI Cox to abide by his demands or else they won't find Rebecca. Meanwhile, Victoria is embarrassed when she misinterprets Matty's words.
Lachlan plays games with DI Cox and DS Sanders, whilst Belle and Lydia blame themselves over what's happened. Meanwhile, Noah is still cautious of Charity being around Ryan. Also, Victoria is surprised to learn that Ellis is Jessie's son.
Belle continues to try to get Lachlan to reveal Rebecca's whereabouts. Later, it's revealed Rebecca is still alive and under the care of a nurse employed by Lachlan. Also Ryan tries to persuade Bails to plead guilty but ends up in a cell.
Charity is on edge ahead of court. Things are made worse when a barrel burst over her and Debbie informs her she can't come to court. In a hospital like room, Rebecca utters "Seb" as she wakes up. The nurse orders Rebecca to go back to sleep, telling her she'll see her son when she's better. Rebecca protests she's been doing well and tries to get the nurse to hear her out.
As everyone nervously waits for the verdict, Charity has a run in with Chloe Bails which leads her to have a talk with Cain who tells she has a lot to be proud of. Later, Bails is found guilty of rape and two other charges and is subsequently sentenced to thirty years imprisonment. Elsewhere, Robert refuses to give up on Rebecca.
Lachlan sets Belle up then tells the police he and Belle committed the murders together. Elsewhere, Robert collapses and suffers a fit whilst Charity struggles in the aftermath of Bails' conviction.
DI Cox questions if Lachlan understands the allegations he's making. Lachlan insists it's the truth although DI Cox and DS Sanders aren't convinced. Lachlan tells them he and Belle wanted to be together whatever it took and that's why Belle helped him try to escape before. DI Cox asks Lachlan about Rebecca.
As Ross' drug use continues to spiral out of control, he sets fire to his jacket. Also, the nurse keeping Rebecca captive realises Rebecca is telling the truth about Lachlan. Elsewhere, Joe and Graham clash over the prenup.
Robert manages to get Lachlan to reveal where Rebecca is being kept. Robert rushes straight there but Rebecca is gone and all that's left is some knocked over furniture and a bloody towel.
As Rebecca's friends face up to thought that she's dead, the woman herself appears in the Cemetery very much alive. Elsewhere, Marlon learns Jessie's son Billy is in prison whilst Joe forges Debbie's signature on the prenup.
Ellis reels from the news that his brother Billy is up for parole. Elsewhere, Rebecca struggles in the aftermath of her ordeal at the hands of Lachlan.
Following his party last night, a worse for wear Ross wakes up on the sofa of Dale View to the sound of his phone ringing. He answers the call and assures Gaz he'll get him his money. Marlon finds Ellis in the café and informs him Jessie was really upset last night. He tries to persuade Ellis to make up with Jessie but he refuses.
Moses toddles across the bridge alone as an unconscious Ross lays on the Cricket Pitch. At the school, Tara is fumy following her altercation with Moira. Moira tells Tara she got what was coming whilst Ellis makes a comment about parental loyalty directed towards Jessie. In the village, Robert and Diane search for Rebecca.
Cain hopes now that Moira has slept on it, she's realised telling Matty the truth about Emma's death isn't a good idea. Moira hasn't. Cain comments if she carries on like this, she'll end up getting banged up. Before Matty heads off to work, he suggests he and Moira talk again later.
Chas is fed up of Charity's drinking and reckless behaviour so decides to do something about it. Daz finds a note from Bernice saying she's off to a spa. He wonders why she didn't mention it to him. In the café, Ryan encourages Ross to go and see Rebecca. At the same time, Rishi and Manpreet arrange to spend the afternoon together - Rishi even offers to cook. Jai doesn't think much of his father's culinary ability so jokingly advises Manpreet to grab a sandwich now.
Following another night of heavy drinking, Charity wakes up in a wheat field with a combine harvester heading straight for her. The machine stops just in time. Meanwhile, a worried Vanessa calls by Wishing Well Cottage and reports Charity didn't go home last night.
Charity and Vanessa drive to the address Zak gave. Charity thinks it must be wrong as her father wouldn't live in a place as nice as this. Suddenly, Charity's dad taps on the car window which makes Charity and Vanessa jump.
Victoria ignores Matty's calls. At the Mill, Robert quizzes Victoria about her date with Ellis but she doesn't reveal much. Chas appears looking for some help with putting together the table decorations for the wedding. Zak bumps into Charity in the pub car park and inquires how things went with Obadiah yesterday.
Moira explains to a stunned Victoria and Matty what actually happened on the day of Emma's death. Victoria can't believe Moira let Adam throw his life away for her although Moira states by the time she'd realised what Adam was doing, it was too late. Victoria labels Moira "the devil" before storming out.
Aaron is having second thoughts about the stag-do after yesterday but Robert believes it'll be a welcome distraction. As the husbands-to-be kiss, Victoria bursts in demanding answers about Adam. Meanwhile, at the farm, Matty can barely stand to look at Moira. Moira apologises for ruining things between Matty and Victoria although Matty knows she's not. Victoria can't believe Aaron let her believe Adam was a murderer.
Chas gives birth to Baby Grace with Paddy by her side. Paddy imagines what his daughter would've been like if she were to survive before Grace passes away in Chas' arms.
As Chas and Paddy begin to grieve for Grace, their daughter's death touches everyone in the village. Also, Graham issues Joe an ultimatum whilst David asks Maya to move into Farrers Barn.
David gets a shock when he finds Leyla in his house wearing only a dressing gown. Elsewhere, Connor comes looking for Graham. Also, Finn's friends and family remember him on the first anniversary of his death.
Joe realises he's made a mistake by setting up Graham but is it too late for him to stop it? Elsewhere, Chas buries her grief in wedding preparations.
Joe is thrown into turmoil over his actions and is later confronted by Graham. Elsewhere, Bernice and Dr Cavanagh give into temptation.
Aaron and Robert legally marry in front of their family and friends. After the newlyweds drive off on their honeymoon, Chas' grief finally hits her. Also, Ross and Rebecca's relationship goes from strength to strength.
Kim Tate is back and determined to get her hands on Home Farm whatever it takes. Also, Joe suggests he and Debbie get married today in the hospital chapel.
Ross watches Home Farm from the bushes. Before Joe heads home to get changed for the wedding, he promises Sarah he'll never let her down and will always be there for her. Noah returns to the pub to get ready for the masquerade ball although Charity refuses to attend. At Dale View, Moira hands Dawn a glass of orange juice and asks her who she is. A drugged up Dawn states she needs to speak to Ross as she did something stupid yesterday.
Debbie and Sarah wait nervously in the hospital chapel but there's still no sign of Joe. Cain turns up and tells his daughter she looks beautiful. Ross chases Simon through the woods. Simon is armed with the hammer but Ross kicks him to the ground and takes the hammer from him. Ross stands over Simon with the hammer in hand and tells him he's thought about killing him every day since the acid attack. As Ross takes a swing, Moira grabs the hammer from his hand and begs him to think about what he's doing. Ross kicks Simon into the river.
Three people are injured. Will any of them survive?
Police cars race to Home Farm. Joe lays unconscious with blood dripping from his nose. Graham checks for a pulse but can't find one. He tells Cain that Joe is dead although Cain thinks it's a sick joke. Meanwhile, in the house, Dr Jutla tends to an unconscious yet alive Kim. Vanessa rushes to help. Just as Eric suggests Kim was pushed, Charity comes downstairs with Noah following not far behind. Faith appears. At the lakeside, an unconscious Ross is taken into an ambulance on a stretcher.
Debbie is arrested for her role in the acid attack whilst Kim is sent back to prison for a parole violation. Elsewhere, Charity learns it was Faith who pushed Kim.
Sarah heads off into theatre for her heart transplant. Elsewhere, Paddy and Chas start to plan Grace's funeral. Also, Graham tells Noah that Joe won't be coming back.
As Sarah recovers from her heart transplant, her monitors start going off and doctors rush in. Will she pull through? Elsewhere, Cain struggles to cope with his guilt. Plus, Graham gives Noah Joe's cufflinks.
Struggling to cope with his guilt, Cain leaves to clear his head. Elsewhere, Jacob and Noah fight. Also, Sarah comes around.
It becomes clear private investigator Glen is scamming Victoria, but will Aaron, Robert and Marry be able to get to her in time? Elsewhere, Maya decides to move into Farrers Barn after talking to Leyla whilst Rhona realises Leo is being bullied.
Maya moves into Farrers Barn, but is Jacob developing inappropriate feeling for his history teacher? Elsewhere, Victoria is devastated to learn Adam has moved on whilst a fed up Diane tries to meddle in Bernice and Daz's relationship.
Rhona loses it with April after wrongly concluding April is bullying Leo. Elsewhere, Bernice decides to end things with Daz tomorrow whilst Moira worries about why Cain left.
Bernice tries to break up with Daz again but can't. Later, Kerry and Jimmy realise Bernice is having an affair with Liam. After learning Leo is being picked on, Rhona and Marlon debate their son's future schooling.
A woman hides when she spots Leyla leaving Tug Ghyll. Leyla heads to the shop and takes Jacob out on a shopping spree. In the backroom, an emotional Chas takes a call from the undertakers explaining there's been a mix up with the flowers for Grace's funeral. Chas wants everything to be perfect so Paddy vows to sort it. Pete has been helping Rhona research specialist schools but Rhona is still unsure about taking Leo out of mainstream education.
Leyla's fiancé Clive turns up in Emmerdale. Later Frank because reacquainted with Clive - his old cell mate. Elsewhere, a heartbroken Daz vows to kill whoever Bernice is seeing.
Chas and Paddy struggle to cope on the day of baby Grace's funeral. Elsewhere, Rebecca and Ross celebrate Rebecca's birthday but things take a turn when Rebecca receives a card from Lachlan.
Baby Grace's funeral takes place. Afterward, Marlon finds Paddy at Grace's grave where Paddy admits he feels nothing. Elsewhere, Lydia opens up to Sam about her miscarriages whilst Ross informs Rebecca he's been offered a job in Liverpool and asks her to come with him.
Ross and Rebecca decide to have fresh start away from Emmerdale. Elsewhere, Debbie vows to find Joe whilst Moira is frustrated that Cain refuses to tell her why he disappeared. Also,Chas and Paddy struggle to return to normality.
Cain tries to persuade Debbie to go on the run. Later, he admits to Moira that he killed Joe. Elsewhere, Paddy struggles with his grief whilst Ross and Rebecca make plans.
Moira confronts Graham about Joe's death. At the same time, Matty helps Cain get his head straight. Elsewhere, Charity and Robert are stunned to learn of Ross and Rebecca's plans to move to Liverpool and refuse to let them take Moses and Seb.
Ross and Charity, and Rebecca, Robert and Aaron continue to argue about Moses and Seb's living arrangements. Elsewhere, Frank informs Leyla that her fiancé Clive is a conman.
Aaron tries to persuade Rebecca against moving away and taking Seb. It appears to have worked as later, Rebecca tells Ross she can't go to Liverpool. Elsewhere, Daz catches Bernice and Liam together whilst Bob struggles to find a job.
After Charity learns about Ross' drug use, he agrees to let her keep Moses and decides to go to Liverpool without Rebecca. Elsewhere, Leyla and Clive make up whilst Gabby and Leanna learn about Bernice and Liam's relationship.
As Ross says goodbye to his loved ones, Robert decides to let Seb leave with Rebecca. Later, Ross, Rebecca, and Seb depart for their new life in Liverpool. Elsewhere, Laurel confides Harriet about her relationship woes.
Aaron is upset that Robert let Seb go to Liverpool. Later, when Robert brings Seb over, Liv suggests to Aaron that they don't give him back. Elsewhere, Laurel decides to get away for a while whilst Jessie gets bad news about Billy.
Aaron fails to drop Seb back in Liverpool which results in Rebecca involving her solicitor. Elsewhere, Paddy struggles to cope when a cat dies after he operates on it.
Ellis and Jessie's relationship gets back on track thanks to April. Elsewhere, Aaron stuns Robert by suggesting they have a child of their own whilst Paddy continues to struggle to cope with Grace's death.
Bob ropes Jimmy, Rishi and Pete into filling in for the Uptown Hunks. During the performance, Laurel dumps Bob. Elsewhere, Chas and Paddy continue to deal with Grace's death separately whilst Robert puts the kibosh on Aaron's surrogacy plans.
Laurel makes it clear to Bob that they're over. Later, she wonders why it took her so long to see it was Ashley that she wanted. Elsewhere, Debbie gets a date for her trial. Plus, Aaron clears the air with Rebecca.
Debbie receives a text from Joe, but when she calls him back later, Priya answers. Elsewhere, Brenda offers Bob a place to stay whilst Rishi goes viral.
Graham spirals out of control after a confrontation with Cain. Meanwhile, Rishi discovers he's been taken as a joke on the internet whilst Bob realises where he's not wanted.
Graham spirals out of control, but will Moira and Cain's attempts to help him make things worse? Meanwhile, Victoria has a date, and Ellis mistakenly believes it's him. Also, Manpreet manages to get through to Rishi.
Victoria has a disastrous date but Robert rides to her rescue. Debbie fears she's pregnant with Joe's baby. Meanwhile, Rishi goes behind Manpreet's back and books a holiday but it brings them closer together.
Maya is stunned when she discovers how much Jacob really likes her, whilst Matty finds himself comforting a very upset Victoria. Meanwhile, Debbie is relieved to learn she isn't pregnant and begins putting Joe behind her.
Clive brings Frank back into the conning world, whilst Maya has a talk with Jacob. Jimmy begins trying to reconcile Rodney and Nicola and Victoria decides to try again with Ellis.
Leyla discovers Clive and Frank's con, whilst Nicola and Rodney make up. Also, Jacob tries to make Maya jealous.
Leyla decides to join Clive and Frank in on their con, whilst Robert realises he wants a family with Aaron. Also, Chas opens up to Lydia.
Leyla saves the day when the con almost becomes a flop, whilst Nicola throws Robert under the bus to earn Graham's trust.
A grieving Chas loses it with Paddy and tells her partner she hates him. Rhona is startled to find Dawn at Dale View and Tracy is annoyed that Rodney changed her pizza order.
Eric confides in Chas about his stillborn son and how it tore his first marriage apart. Later, Chas breaks up with Paddy. Rhona takes pity on Dawn and allows her to stay at Smithy Cottage for a night much to Pete's ire.
Rhona arranges for homeless Dawn to stay at Dale View for a few days. Grief finally hits Paddy and he decides to get away for a few days. Brenda agrees to host another pizza night.
The con goes wrong and Leyla is upset when Clive goes missing with Megan's car. Meanwhile, Jessie struggles to get over her late husband whilst Gabby and Leanna are unimpressed over having to go on holiday together.
Jessie says her last goodbyes to her husband. Leyla tricks Clive and leaves him stranded.
Gabby is infuriated when Leanna deceitfully splits up Bernice and Liam and vows to get revenge. Meanwhile, Megan tells Frank they're over for good.
A drunken Graham tells Debbie and Noah that they'll get answers about Joe's disappearance at the farm. Elsewhere, Liam finally realises Leanna for what she is. Plus, Charity paints Moses and Johnny's faces with acrylic paint.
Moira confronts Graham. Also, Liam dons a dress to win back Bernice. Elsewhere, Vanessa sees the funny side of Charity's parenting disasters.
Cain is devastated to learn Joe was returning for Debbie when he killed him and later confronts Graham. Elsewhere, Charity and Vanessa decide to move in together whilst Noah steals a bottle of vodka to impress Leanna.
Maya realises Jacob pretended to be in a relationship with Liv to make her jealous then kisses him. Elsewhere, Cain considers telling Debbie the truth about Joe.
Bob tries to kiss Brenda but she rejects him. Elsewhere, Maya tries to persuade Jacob to keep schtum about what happened between them then she later breaks up with David.
Brenda makes it clear to Bob that they won't be getting back together and also tells Doug she isn't ready for a relationship. Later, Doug punches Bob in the pub. Also, Leanna and Noah's pranks continue whilst Maya and David reunite.
Leanna, Noah and a reluctant Amelia go joyriding in Daz's car. At the same time, Daz gets stranded in the middle of nowhere after a mix up with his new boss. Elsewhere, Doug and Brenda kiss.
Leanna, Noah and Amelia abandon the crashed car in the middle of a field where a drunken Daz later finds it. Whilst Daz is driving home, he runs over Graham. Also. Chas and Paddy unite in their grief.
After talking with Ryan, Noah confesses to PC Swirling that he, Leanna and Amelia went joyriding in the car involved in the hit-and-run. Elsewhere Daz loses his job and is hit with a big bill. Also, Jessie nags Ellis about his future.
Graham tries to get himself off the alcohol with help from Megan, and makes it up with Noah. Daz plans to flee the village, whilst Marlon's interference gets Ellis thinking.
Fearful of his involvement with the hit-and-run coming to light, Daz books himself a one-way ticket to Germany and attempts to go to Hotten Airport. However, his plan collapses when he sees Kerry collapsed by the roadside and goes to help her, missing his bus and flight in the process. Elsewhere, Pete and Rhona find out that Dawn's plans have fallen through and she has spent the night in the garden shed.
Charity is furious to discover Noah is being suspended from school and she is being fined. She punches Marlon when he gives her some home truths about her mothering skills. Meanwhile, Dawn blackmails Pete to stay at Smithy Cottage.
Rhona confronts Dawn about coming onto Pete but ends up with a black eye for her troubles. Later, it becomes apparent Dawn has history with Harriet. Elsewhere, Jessie asks for April's permission to marry Marlon whilst Jimmy learns what Nicola and Robert are up to.
Dawn is stunned to learn Harriet was an undercover police officer and blames the vicar for the way she's turned out. Elsewhere, April gives Jessie permission to marry Marlon whilst Debbie savours all the time she has with Sarah.
Realising Nicola is embezzling money from Home Farm, Graham gets her to serve Bernice with an eviction notice. Elsewhere, Harriet tries to reach out and help Dawn whilst things aren't looking good for Debbie.
Debbie and Sarah worry about Debbie's upcoming trial, but all are relieved when she's found not guilty. Meanwhile, Sarah and Faith decide to get revenge on Joe and Graham, whilst Bernice and Diane refuse to forgive Nicola.
Graham calls a truce with Sarah, but Cain gives him a final warning about leaving his family alone. Meanwhile, Jacob enjoys a night in with David and Maya.
Maya snaps at Jacob when their secret nearly comes out, whilst Amelia gets upset that nobody believes her over the accident.
After learning Daz ran over Graham, Amelia heads to the police station to confess to the crime. Elsewhere, Jacob's behavior continues to worry his loved ones whilst Jessie enlists Lydia to help with the wedding preparation.
Faith and Eric concoct a plan to get rid of Rodney and it works. Elsewhere, Dan and Kerry throw Daz out but Amelia manages to persuade them to let him stay.
Jacob tries to kiss Liv but she rejects him. Later, he loses his virginity to Gabby. Elsewhere, Kerry decides to leave as she can't stand being around Daz. Also, the wedding preparation continues.
Rodney apologises to Eric. Eric gives Bob the bill for his room at The Grange. Jacob is cold towards Maya. Bob prepares to ask Rodney to borrow money but he is interrupted by the arrival of Brenda and the twins. Everyone keeps mistaking Bob's elf costume for a leprechaun. Bernice and Nicola row in the cafe and Bernice refuses to call a truce. Marlon has prepared the buffet for the wedding.
Belle opens a birthday card. April is over the moon to find her stocking full of presents. Jessie worries about where Marlon is. Jimmy plays with the kids and their presents. Cathy stares out the window. Robert and Aaron exchange presents and find they've gotten each other ugly sweaters.
Billy's entrance causes trouble and leaves Aaron reeling. Later, Billy is left injured and bleeding. Also, Wishing Well Cottage is ransacked. Plus, Jacob is crushed by Maya's deceleration.
Robert confesses to beating up Billy and is subsequently arrested. Elsewhere, Liam enlists Nicola's help to buy Bernice a birthday present.
Bernice is horrified when a stripper reveals to Liam that she's fifty. Elsewhere, Billy drops the charges against Robert. Plus, Harriet tries to track down Dawn.
David helps Leyla and Tracy unload all their pizza boxes. Victoria tells Matty that she is coming to the New Years party at the cafe with him. Matty tells Moira that he's been sacked by Charity. Jessie wants Billy and Ellis to spend time together; Billy is keen but Ellis is not. Vanessa, Bob, Marlon, Lydia and Sam are helping set up The Woolpack for Ryan's birthday party.
Pete and Moira struggle to make the numbers work for the new contract, although Moira gets Pete to agree to lunch with Leyla. Laurel worries about telling Gabby and Arthur that Ashley will be going into care. She's also anxious about breaking the news to the children that Ashley will probably not know who they are. Moira tells Pete that he and Leyla could make a good couple if he gave it the chance. Jai hands Zak a Santa costume to wear later, which he hides from Joanie. Charity is becoming fed up of Moira sleeping on The Woolpack sofa.
Cain orders Moira to see to unconscious Pete as he checks over Jacob. Emma and Leyla soon appear and Moira calls an ambulance. Emma demands to know what happened so Cain takes the blame, stating he couldn't break in time. Joanie realises Zak didn't tell her about the job as he feared she'd be worried about him working with Lisa. The ambulance arrives but Jacob insists he's okay and wants to go home. Moira asks Cain why he took the blame for her, and insists this isn't his problem.
Pete reveals to Cain that he knows Moira was the one driving. Cain warns Pete not to say anything, but Pete explains that Moira will struggle to keep it to herself. Jimmy has slept on the sofa at Dale Head. He blames Rodney as he'd be in his own bed if Rodney hadn't persuaded him to go for a drink. Rodney insists Christmas is the perfect time to get in Nicola's good books by buying her something nice.
It's Christmas Day and Zak can't help but think about Lisa. Moira wakes up alone. Ashley has forgotten it's Christmas and Gabby's birthday, although Gabby insists it's fine. At Dale Head, Dan and Amelia play with Kyle's toy race track and Joanie gifts Zak a new cap. Belle insists to Lisa she's fine with not doing anything for her eighteenth birthday as she's already had a party. Lisa mentions Zak helped her pick a Christmas tree which makes Belle suspicious.
David, Eric and Tracy head to the hospital to pick up Jacob and Leyla orders Pete to gather his family for another Christmas celebration. Nicola is delighted with her necklace and she and Jimmy are all loved up again. When Nicola leaves to see Laurel, Jimmy thanks Bernice for the necklace, but Bernice insists she didn't get anything. Zak has slept in the caravan and Cain questions which of them are worse with women.
Brenda mentions to Lisa that with Joanie gone it clears the way for her and Zak to reunite, which doesn't go down well. Zak can't get hold of Joanie. Kasim hurries off when Emma tells him he's more than welcome to move into Dale View. Cain isn't happy to find Zak in the café, whilst Joanie is still gone with Kyle. Kerry tells Eric that she's sick of him looking down his nose at her, but Eric point her in the direction of her bill.
Jimmy has slept at Dale Head again so Dan suggests he go and see Nicola. Nicola tries to cheer up Elliot and Angelica by offering to make a special breakfast but it doesn't make a difference to their mood. Cain asks Lisa for Joanie's address, but Lisa refuses. Cain worries that the longer they leave it, the further away Joanie will take Kyle, and he insists it won't end well if he has to go after Joanie. Kasim calls round to Dale View with a bunch of flowers for Finn but Emma assumes they're for her.
Rebecca and Chrissie discuss having a small party for New Year. In the café, Joanie compliments Rishi's new shirt, and Kerry decides to drag Joanie along to the singles night. Emma reminds Pete and Finn about the family lunch at B&B, and invites Kasim along too, but isn't so welcoming to Leyla. Kasim is worried when Leyla talks about Emma.
Joanie has spent the night in a cell, and PC Pierce informs her she can leave after she has apologises to Tommy. Leyla suggests Emma join them at the party at Home Farm. Finn also invites Kasim along. At Home Farm, Rebecca prepares for the party.
2019
Cain seeks retribution on Isaac for his attack on Matty. Harriet tries to persuade Dawn to stay in the village. And Bernice is plagued by insecurity.
2024
Bob fears for Cathy and Heath. Rhona confirms Marlon's fears. Amit's attempts to reconcile are unappreciated.
Amit braces himself, Caleb shows his support, and Tracy feels guilty.
Bernice undergoes Botox injections, but suffers a dangerous reaction. Moira is thrown into panic. And Vanessa is forced to confess.
Dawn's weakness is manipulated. Victoria is shocked. And Cain confesses to Moira that he cannot face being questioned by the police, for fear of revealing what he did to Joe.
A life hangs in the balance, while Cain endures an interrogation. Matty decides he needs to protect himself, so asks Ellis to help him with some personal training sessions
Matty conceals his struggles as he makes a profound decision, while Paddy faces an impossible choice.
A wedding descends into chaos, Ryan's hopes are dashed, and Faith delivers a stark warning.
Marlon is on a mission, Sam makes a gruesome discovery, and Debbie receives an unsettling gift
Belle confronts an enemy, Graham is under suspicion, and the net closes in on Cain
Belle is consumed by paranoia. A mystery figure stalks the village, and Graham cracks under pressure
A fire takes hold in the village. Laurel forges an unexpected connection, and Diane lays down the law
Cain plays matchmaker, Maya intensifies her manipulation, and Jacob takes a risk
Cain is backed into a corner, Debbie reels at the news, and Sam's concerns lead to a surprising decision
Lydia makes a confession, Graham has an unexpected visitor, and Priya's suspicions are aroused
Tracy decides to raise the stakes, Maya comes under scrutiny, and Moira attempts to play peacemaker.
An opportunity presents itself up at Home Farm, Bob's debts catch up with him, and Victoria makes a request.
Chas is feeling generous, Maya is floored by an ultimatum, and Debbie offers an unlikely bargain.
Diane issues a deadline, a rejection leaves Marlon deflated, and Matty ignores a plea for help.
A brooding Cain makes an impulsive decision, Bob's act of kindness backfires, and Aaron and Robert receive unexpected guests.
Moira struggles with a choice, a disturbance leaves Vanessa uneasy, and Aaron is forced into a search.
Bob runs out of options, a fraught Moira looks for answers, and Victoria's plan backfires.
Harriet makes an upsetting discovery, Victoria drops a bombshell, and Manpreet attempts to secure her future.
Frustrated Brenda lashes out, Manpreet sees another opportunity, and Jessie makes an admission
Robert puts a plan into action, Ellis misreads a situation, and Jai and Priya unite in their efforts.
Billy and Ellis' feud escalates. Robert's manipulation pays off.
Jessie has a dilemma. Amelia makes a shock decision. Nicola has good news for Robert.
Kerry and Dan are at odds over Amelia. Nicola is thrown into panic.
Robert looks to the future. Harriet takes matters into her own hands.
Robert and Nicola's scheming backfires. Dan and Kerry are at breaking point.
Nicola's betrayal is discovered. Harriet worries for Dawn. Jacob makes amends.
Dawn receives life-changing news, a disappearance motivates Nicola, and Maya's jealousy begins to surface.
Maya's scheming pays off, Robert attempts to bolster Nicola, and Jai's suspicions are raised.
Nicola clarifies her intentions, Jacob discovers a betrayal, and Manpreet suffers a humiliation.
A new development rattles Cain, Maya is backed into a corner, and Doug and Brenda are taken by surprise.
Jacob is left devastated, Cain is pressured into an admission, and Manpreet accepts a helping hand.
Manpreet gives into temptation, a line of questioning leaves Graham troubled, and Marlon takes matters into his own hands.
Graham tips off the police, Marlon encourages Paddy to get answers, and Matty steels himself.
Paddy braces himself for an encounter, Chas takes matters into her own hands, and Faith tries to repair a rift.
Laurel enlists Doug's help, Brenda's plans are scuppered, and Moira urges Cain to fight for Kyle.
Ellis plans a surprise for Victoria, Laurel is grateful for Doug's help, and Dan and Kerry face their eviction.
Ellis and Billy's confrontation escalates, Nicola's luck gets worse, and Ryan bonds with Dawn.
Nicola takes drastic action, Jessie lays down the law, and Dawn fights with her feelings.
Billy flirts with Tracy. Gabby complains about sharing a room with Leanna. Jimmy tries to assure the kids that Nicola will be released soon. Manpreet turns down lunch with Rishi and he is disappointed. Harriet tries to talk Dawn into going on a date with Ryan. Dawn doesn't notice Leon checking her out.
Dawn is downbeat after her failed date with Ryan. She refuses to tell Harriet about what happened last night. Rishi gives Manpreet a chance to tell the truth about yesterday but she continues to lie. Tracy and Billy arrange to meet up for a drink. Ryan gets advice from Tracy over apologising to Dawn.
Bernice doesn't want to move back to Brook Cottage. Laurel tries to talk to Manpreet about the accounts. Nana Barton has had a fall but Pete and Moira can't visit her as the farm is full. Cain suggests she asks Matty to return. Jimmy is annoyed when Nicola blows. Dawn is sour towards Ryan and snaps.
A hungover Matty arrives at the farm hours late which earns him a telling off from Cain. Before Cain leaves, he warns Matty that the tractor is out of order although Matty believes Cain's only saying that as he doesn't think he's capable of changing the forks. Rishi goes through the factory accounts. An excited Vanessa tells Rhona that she and Charity are going to look at a wedding venue.
Pete attempts to stem the flow of blood from the wound in Rhona's abdomen as Matty calls for an ambulance. Debbie refuses to attend Chas' birthday party due to Cain. As Rhona is wheeled into an ambulance, Matty tells Pete he's sorry. Chas finds Paddy in the backroom and apologises for sending the DNA samples off. Paddy reveals Bear Wolf is his dad.
Pete gives Matty the cold shoulder when he asks how Rhona is doing. Jai knows Rishi loves Manpreet and wants to save her but he and Priya are determined to protect their father. Sarah pretends to be ill in hope of scuppering Debbie's job interview. As Debbie has already left the house, Sarah asks Lydia to call her and tell her to come home but instead Lydia calls Cain.
Liv wants to do something for Jacob's upcoming birthday. She and Gabby are slightly awkward with each other. Debbie gets a phone call informing her that Cain gave her a bad reference and she hasn't got the job. She sees Cain and snaps at him. Rhona is reluctant to accept painkillers from the nurse. Ms Elliot asks her if she has any support, and Pete walks in. Liv is uncomfortable when Maya jokes with Jacob.
Cain is in a bad mood. Faith tells Cain he is not going anywhere. Sarah is sour towards Debbie. Debbie tells Charity that Cain is using the family to get what he wants and tells Charity that he wants Cain out of the village. Kerry feels bad for calling social services but snaps at Dan. Dan thinks she's reading too much into what Debbie said, which makes Kerry furious.
Dan is surprised when Kerry is friendly with him in the morning. Debbie arrives to talk to him, pleading with Kerry not to say anything bad against Cain. She refuses to back down and kicks Debbie out. Ellis angers Pete in the shop. Maya expresses her jealousy over seeing Jacob and Liv together. Kerry meets with the social worker and informs her that Cain has been arrested for murder twice.
It's Jacob's sixteenth birthday. Maya seductively tells the teen that her present isn't something you wrap up then instructs him to meet her at the Summerhouse in an hour. In the meantime, Jacob and Liv play with the drone Eric gifted him. Leyla notices something is off with Megan and tries to get to the bottom of what's wrong. Jacob tells Liv he needs to get ready for the party then sneaks off to meet Maya.
Liv can see there's something wrong with Jacob. She apologises for earlier then asks if she's ruined his birthday. Jacob comments he ruined his own birthday - he thought he was doing something nice but he got it all wrong and now he won't get another chance. Kerry is hurt that Eric received a card from Amy but she didn't. As Eric gets up to leave, Kerry asks why he gave her the card.
It's the morning after Jacob's birthday party and Jacob has a hangover. Maya reminds Jacob he could've blown everything last night and orders him to be more careful. Jacob apologises and assures her it won't happen again. Maya orders Jacob to apologise to Liv too ash she's their cover so they need her onside. David and Leyla are annoyed to learn Maya gave Jacob a beer last night.
An excited David asks Jacob to cover the shop and confirm the meat order whilst he gets ready for his his romantic night with Maya. Jacob can't believe Maya is letting this happen although she insists if she could get out of it, she would. Robert promises to join Aaron at the surrogacy group tonight after an important meeting.
DAs Maya drops Jacob off on the edge of the village, Jacob is forced to duck behind the car to avoid being see by Leyla and Megan. Aaron receives a text message which he tells Robert was about scrap metal. When Robert leaves, Liv asks Aaron who the text was really from. Aaron maintains it was about scrap so Liv grabs the phone and reads the message from Jeremy about introducing Aaron to someone.
After Robert heads off to a meeting, Aaron takes the cash from the jiffy envelope. Kerry informs Eric that she's tracked down Amy to Belfast. Jacob tells Maya they need to find somewhere where they can be alone properly as Farrers Barn is too risky. In hushed tones, Dawn asks Kerry if she's thought anymore about Amy.
Marlon, Jessie, Paddy and Kerry finally arrive at the hotel in Belfast after a long night of travel. The journey has worn the four of them out and they all snap at each other. Back in the village, Dan can't get hold of Kerry so decides to take Amelia to Croydon to see Daz. Paddy tries to check him and Kerry in but there's no record of his booking on the system.
As stunned Amy questions what Kerry is doing here, the man she was arguing with puts his hands on her. Kerry leaps to Amy's defence but Amy doesn't need her mother's backing and knees the man in his groin. Kerry concludes Amy is a prostitute and the man was a punter although Amy states she actually works at a woman's shelter. Bear Wolf can't believe Paddy is his son as he didn't think he could have children after an incident with a circular saw.
Charity pulls up outside a cottage in the middle of nowhere. Meanwhile, Chas lays flowers on Grace's grave. Moira returns to the farm. At Smithy Cottage, Rhona prepares her hospital bag ahead of her hysterectomy, whilst April studies her face in a mirror at the Community Garden. After paying her respects to Grace, Chas approaches Laurel at Daniel's grave and thanks her.
Rhona is nervous ahead of her hysterectomy. She puts on a brave face for April and Leo but admits to Marlon and Vanessa that she's scared about taking painkillers during her recovery. Vanessa promises Rhona they'll get her through this. Faith can't understand why Cain isn't putting his foot down with Amy. She's adamant they need to stop Amy from getting anywhere near Kyle so she decides to pay her a visit.
Charity prepares to face the village but struggles to act normal. Chas worries to Laurel about telling Paddy about being pregnant. Paddy tells Chas that the Vet's Surgery is not liable for Rhona's accident, so he will have to talk to Moira. Chas tries to talk herself out of telling Paddy but Laurel urges her to tell him.
Megan tells Diane that Graham is taking her and Eliza on a holiday. Faith and Eric argue and Kerry and Faith snap at each other in the cafe.Jacob feels guilty about what he said to David. David tells Leyla that he thinks Jacob stole the earrings. Chas makes a special breakfast to tell Paddy the news but Vanessa interrupts. Pete breaks the news to Moira that the vets surgery wants to sue the farm. Liam tells Bernice about wanting to buy a house on the other side of Hotten.
Megan is excited ahead of her trip to the Lakes with Graham and Eliza. Meanwhile at Home Farm, Graham receives a call from Kim demanding he collects her from prison. David attempts to prove to Jacob that he and Amba are his priority but a moody Jacob doesn't want to spend time with him Maya follows Jacob outside to try to find out what's wrong.
Graham suggests he and Megan talk somewhere else but Megan doesn't believe there's anything to say. She tells Graham and Kim that scum like them deserve each other then storms out. Unable to handle Maya's declaration, Jacob walks away. Maya desperately tries to stop Jacob but her demeanour quickly changes when Liv appears at Farrers Barn. Cain lets himself into Dale Head and demands Kerry tells him where Amy and Kyle are.
Kim is still annoyed with Graham for keeping the truth about Joe's death from her and refuses to draw a line under things until the police investigation is finished. Graham assures Kim that all the evidence has been covered up but Kim doesn't know if she can believe that. Cain has a word with Charity about letting Amy see Kyle yesterday although Charity doesn't see what she's done wrong by letting Amy see Kyle and compares it to her own situation with Ryan.
Kim meets with an associate named Marcus and instructs him to find out who's making withdrawals from an offshore business account. Nicola resolves to get herself onto the council planning committee to make herself indispensable to Kim. Amy is upset that Kerry is getting to see Kyle but she isn't.
Graham tells Kim that she won't find Joe. Kim tells him that she never wants to see Joe, but is more than happy to deal with him herself. Lydia suggests that they hold the party at Wishing Well Cottage. Charity tries to make up some sort of excuse to get out of going to the party. Pete tells Marlon that now might not be the best time for Leo to see Rhona. Nicola practices speaking in front of the mirror. Jimmy suggests that Nicola joins the council for herself.
Cain is surprised to see Graham. Cain convinces Moira to let Noah visit Home Farm. Jacob's family think that he is doing too much extra tuition. Belle tells Vanessa that she wants to volunteer at an Orangutan sanctuary in Borneo. Vanessa tries to talk her out of it, especially when Belle thinks that she may not even return. Kim vents to Graham about Cain, and isn't impressed when Noah turns up to play pool with him.
DC Meaden quizzes Cain about why he was found shovelling earth from what appeared to be a grave. Cain states he got a text from Noah saying he was in trouble so he went to find him and that's when he found the hole in the ground with the phone in it. Cain's solicitor, Mr Drake, reminds DC Meaden that there's no evidence a crime has been committed and suggests an apology is in order.
Billy reiterates that nothing happened between him and Leyla but Tracy doesn't believe it. She begs Leyla to tell her the truth but instead Leyla tells her she's got a screw loose. Tracy goes for Leyla and Billy is forced to break it up. Jacob wants to intervene but Maya talks him out of it. Back at Tug Ghyll, Leyla and Billy continue to protest their innocence.
An exhausted Jai and Laurel have spent all night at the factory completing the forgotten order. David gets Matty up to speed at the shop before he heads off to the Independent Retailers symposium. In the café, Billy lays sleeping on a couch. Tracy wakes him and gives him a coffee.
April asks Ellis if he ever gets treated differently because he's mixed race, commenting it's really wrong what happened to Billy yesterday. Charity believes the deal with Robert will be the gift that keeps on giving although Vanessa isn't happy that Charity will be flirting with a dodgy bloke in the name of business.
DS Sanders and DC Meaden pitch up at Wishing Well Cottage as Cain is fixing the Dingle van and ask after Debbie. DS Sanders proposes Debbie knows what happened to Joe so she can no longer stand to be around Cain. Vanessa is still hurt that Charity let Mike think she's single.
Robert, Charity and Aaron cannot believe Vanessa abandoned Mike's car in a field. Charity assures Vanessa she won't go down for this as long as she wiped away her fingerprints but Vanessa didn't. As Graham and Kim are talking, Graham hears noises on the other side of the door so he goes to investigate and finds Noah. Kim isn't happy to see Noah so orders him to go away.
Cain has spent the night in his car, leaving Moira frantic with worry. As Vanessa is about to head into work, Mike appears at the pub. Cain watches intently as Graham exits the shop. Faith approaches Cain and tries to talk to him but Cain gets in his car and follows Graham. At Dale Head, Dan and Kerry argue about Amelia seeing Daz which results in Dan walking out.
Graham wonders what Kim could possibly gain from telling Cain that Joe's alive. Kim admits she's blackmailing Cain - she made him an indecent offer. Graham is disgusted. As Cain gets Kyle ready for school, he explains to him that Amy will be picking him up as she has something very important to tell him.
Faith isn't happy with Amy's presence at Pollard's Barn and informs her she can only stay for two nights. It's Dan's birthday, but there's no let up in the strained atmosphere between him and Kerry. Maya and Jacob call in sick so they can make the most of their last day alone together before David returns home. A concerned Tracy offers to look after Jacob although Maya insists they'll be fine, commenting they'll probably spend the rest of the day in bed.
Debbie is still ignoring Cain's calls although Cain believes things will change when she learns Joe's alive. Unaware that Kerry and Dan have split, an excited Amelia suggests they start on the wedding planning after school.
Chas and Paddy are nervous yet excited ahead of their ultrasound. Aaron texts to say he's thinking about them whilst Debbie and Faith pop into the backroom to wish them luck. Kerry hates pretending to Amelia that she and Dan are still together which isn't helped when Amelia reveals she had a dream about the wedding. Amelia notices Kerry isn't wearing her engagement ring although Kerry lies she took it off whilst showering.
Charity worries when Noah mentions that Debbie has gone off to Home Farm. At the farm, Moira reassures Cain that Debbie will come around in time. The couple begin to kiss but they're interrupted when Charity phones about Debbie. Faith is furious that Bear destroyed Grace's memorial although Paddy is more concerned about Bear's injured shoulder.
Gabby notices Laurel is hiding her phone so jokingly inquires if she's got a secret admirer. At the factory, Jai takes a call from an irate client whose order has been messed up. After hanging up, Jai informs Aiesha that she was the one working on that order and the whole thing was completely mixed up. Aiesha protests she checked it and it was fine.
Chas urges Paddy to have a rethink about Bear, as if he leaves then that'll be it. Jacob asks Maya to meet at the pavilion later but Maya has a meeting she can't get out of. Pete is anxious ahead of Rhona's return to work although Rhona is raring to get back. Harriet feels like a fool for getting caught off guard and being mugged. As Dawn didn't come home last night, Pearl suspects she was responsible for the mugging although Harriet tells Pearl she's wrong.
Bear tries to make himself useful at the pub but ends up doing more harm than good so Chas offloads him onto Aaron for the day. Pete presents Rhona with her birthday present - unicorn slippers and a dressing gown. Rhona is far from thrilled as last year he bought her sexy underwear. At Woodbine Cottage, an on-edge Harriet is startled by the clanging of the letterbox so arms herself with a candle stick holder which alarms Dawn.
Rhona sits slumped against the stable gate clutching her abdomen. Dawn and Ryan are shocked to discover paint has been thrown over the church. Harriet tries to dismiss it as a prank but Dawn worries there's more to it. Kim finds Rhona collapsed.
Jacob tells Maya he's sick of lying to Liv and David and insists he can't keep faking it. At Holdgate Farm, Aiesha is upset that Manpreet didn't tell her about her money problems whilst Rishi is furious that Jai ruined his wedding party. Jai insists they can't blame him for being suspicious. Manpreet declares if this is the way Jai is going to treat her, she and Aiesha will find somewhere else to live.
Maya tries to talk to David but he's busy helping out at the B&B which is heaving with bird watchers as a Siberian Dusky Thrush has been spotted nearby. Robert tells Aaron about a surrogacy meeting in Hotten. Aaron points out the meeting is about domestic surrogacy. Robert is aware of that, and although he'd still prefer to do use a surrogate in the US, he knows that's now out of reach.
A teary Liv returns to Mill followed closely behind by Jacob who apologises and tells Liv never meant to hurt her. Maya appears and orders Jacob to go home whilst she talks to Liv. As Victoria and Ellis can't get out of Keepers Cottage, the decide to open a bottle of wine. Maya tells Liv it's not what she thinks and tries to twist things but Liv doesn't fall for her lies, revealing Jacob has already admitted it.
Robert tells Aaron he dreamt they had a baby girl but Aaron refuses to get his hopes up about expanding their family as they can't afford the repayments on the loan they'll need to cover the cost of the surrogacy. Robert insists they'll find a way. Maya informs Jacob that Liv is blackmailing them.
Liv sends Jacob the recording of their conversation yesterday. In the shop, David picks up Jacob's phone and informs him Liv has text. Jacob begins playing the recording just as Maya appears. Robert suggests to Aaron that they contact potential surrogate Natalie and invite her over so they can get to know her better. As Harriet and Amelia are working in the church, Amelia answers the church phone
Jacob and Maya worry what they're going to do about Liv. Still oblivious to what's going on right under his nose, David suggests Jacob could visit Alicia in Portugal whilst the dust settles but Jacob insists he can't go anywhere right now. Jacob texts Liv telling her they need to meet. Robert sees the text and advises Liv to ignore him. As Robert is about to head to Liverpool to collect Seb, a frantic Aaron returns home and reveals Natalie is coming over tonight. When Harriet enters the café, Dawn leaves.
Locked in the church, a terror-stricken Harriet questions who else is inside. A light going out further terrifies an already petrified Harriet so she bangs on the church door begging to be let out. Liv explains to Gabby that she wanted to get her own back on Jacob and hurt him like he hurt her. Gabby tells Liv she's better off without Jacob, reminding her she's the innocent one in all of this.
Harriet has spent the night sitting in an armchair clutching a cricket bat. She's alarmed when she hears a noise but it's only Dawn who was passing and noticed the front door open. At Holdgate Farm, the Sharmas celebrate Rishi's birthday. Priya feels put out that Manpreet and Aiesha have spoiled Rishi although Jai orders her not to let it get to her as Rishi is happy. Aaron leaves Natalie a voicemail.
It's the day of Matty's operation. Cain offers to accompany Moira to the hospital for support but an irritable Moira orders him not to come. Paddy writes a speech for the beer garden opening. In the café, Sam invites Harriet and Dawn along to the beer garden opening but an on-edge Harriet isn't in the mood. Anaesthetist Dr Gibson performs Matty's final checks.
Moira is convinced something has gone wrong with Matty's surgery. A nurse agrees to find out what's happening whilst Victoria tries to reassure Moira that everything will be okay. An upset Aiesha insists all she's done wrong is be friendly although Priya states it feels like she's taking over. Aiesha grabs her belongings and walks out the pub in tears. Paddy makes his speech then Chas officially declares the new beer garden open.
Kerry texts Joel asking to meet for lunch then tells Dan they need to come clean to Amelia tonight. Bear has packed his bags. Jessie is impressed to learn the rates Ellis is charging for his personal training sessions which only makes Billy feel worse as he's fed up of his dead-end job driving for the Sharmas.
At Pollard's Barn, Faith and Eric are alarmed by a strange noise. They creep downstairs where they find Kerry sleeping on the sofa snoring loudly. After some persuasion from Amy, Eric agrees to let their unwanted house guest stay a while longer much to Faith's annoyance. It's Robert's birthday and he and Aaron plan to spend the day in bed but their plans are scuppered when Diane informs them she's arranged a birthday lunch in the pub.
A nervous Paddy wishes Aaron and Robert luck ahead of their meeting with Natalie. Amelia is in a bad mood which is made worse when a wedding magazine arrives in the post. Dan asks if they can move on but Amelia can't see past the lies. A worked-up Dan apologises for loving Kerry and trying to stay a family. In the shop, David looks at flights to Portugal for Jacob whilst Maya checks an online valuation for her car.
Ellis returns home to find Billy and Max grappling so he pulls Max off Billy then Billy orders Max to do one. Max vows he'll be back which leaves Billy fearing Max will never leave him alone. Natalie reluctantly agrees to talk to Faith, Chas, Paddy and Bear. Rhona tells Pete about finding Kim's son.
Priya and Aiesha try to persuade David and Maya join them on a night out tomorrow. David isn't keen whilst Maya agrees to think about it. After Priya and Aiesha leave, David informs Maya that the money should be in her account and they kiss which is witnessed by Jacob. Jacob wishes things were different and he and Maya could be together.
Maya appears in Jacob's bedroom as he's packing for Portugal. She asks Jacob if David believed his story yesterday then tells him putting the ring back was a bad idea as no one was going to miss it for ages. Jacob reveals David asked Eric for the ring - he's planning to propose.
David and Tracy instantly regret their kiss. Maya storms over and confronts the pair. She makes a scene before storming off again. Victoria and Amy talk to a couple of men to make Ellis jealous. After Ellis walks away, Amy tells John and Lee that they can leave now. Ellis remains unaware Max that is watching his every move.
At Tug Ghyll, Leyla makes toast. Priya questions how she can even think about eating after what's happened. Pete brings a hungover Rhona a cup of tea and tries to talk to her but Rhona isn't in the mood. Billy phones Jessie from the hospital and orders her to get there as soon as possible as Ellis has been stabbed. At Keepers Cottage, a distressed Victoria ignores Amy's calls.
Rhona appears at Home Farm and informs Kim that Jamie is coming for an interview this afternoon. A delighted Kim can't believe she's finally going to see her son again after all these years. Tracy is having second thoughts about keeping quiet about Maya although Leyla reminds her the fall out will be hell if the truth comes out.
Megan has a lunch date with Frank so Jai agrees to look after Eliza for the afternoon. Diane bangs at the door at Keepers Cottage until a dishevelled Victoria eventually answers. Victoria lies to Diane that she's got the flu and manages to get her to leave. David apologises to Liv for the way Jacob ended their relationship, commenting Jacob doesn't hurt people he cares about.
Faith pushes Bear off her and tells him he's no Eric which Bear takes as a compliment. Moments later, Chas bursts into the backroom and informs Faith that Eric's in hospital. Leyla texts Tracy and Priya ordering them come to Tug Ghyll. She turns her attention back to Liv and tells her Maya has gone and the money isn't here.
Frank updates Megan on Eric's condition - it doesn't look good. He comments Jamie has a lot to answer for which only compounds Megan's feelings of guilt. At the B&B, Jamie is alarmed to learn Eric's in a coma so decides to head to the hospital. Diane believes Jamie is trying to salve his conscience although Jamie protests it was an accident and declares he's nothing like his mum, just as Kim appears at the B&B.
It's election day in Emmerdale. Will brazenly drives through the village then parks up and watches Woodbine Cottage. Jimmy calls in past Woodbine Cottage to informs Harriet the village hall is flooded so people can't get in to vote. Harriet is convinced whoever's targeting her is behind the flooding. She heads out to sort things, unaware that Will is watching her. Doug offers to cover in the shop so David can be at the hospital.
As Harriet and Dawn speak with PC Brauders, Cain and Ryan appear at Woodbine Cottage and question what's happened. Faith wonders how can she face Eric after this and worries what David will say when he finds out. Chas orders her mother to put her ego aside and stand by her man. Whilst the police search Woodbine Cottage, Cain and Harriet head to the café where an emotional Harriet admits this ordeal is killing her.
Kim asks a reluctant Rhona to arrange for Jamie to be in the café this afternoon so she can have the chance to speak with her son. At the hospital, Eric admits to David that he's been going deaf. David encourages Eric to tell Faith too. Dawn meets up with Will just outside the village and orders him to stay out of sight as this will all be for nothing if Harriet gets wind that he's around. Will reminds Dawn that Harriet thinks he's dead.
At Tall Trees Cottage, Billy and Ellis discuss Ellis' stabbing. All Ellis wants is for his attackers to be banged up although Billy warns him if he gets fixated on getting justice, he'll never get past this. Ellis is determined to get justice so asks Billy to take him to the police station later so he can look at the CCTV. Doug asks David if he's heard anything from Maya yet. David hasn't so Liam offers to find Maya's mother's phone number for him.
Billy agrees to tell Ellis everything. He explains to Ellis how Max sent him a photo of him in the club so he went after him. He hates places like the nightclub after what happened with Riley, but he had to stop him from getting hurt. Billy recalls what Ellis said to him in the club and admits everything he said was true - he is a failure and will probably end up back inside as that's all he's good for.
At Tug Ghyll, an emotional Leyla apologises to Jacob. She acknowledges she hasn't been a mum to Jacob, but when she found what Maya had done to him, she was a mum and she had to protect him. She didn't plan it. and she didn't mean for it to happen, but she wanted Maya dead.
Victoria explains to Moira that she doesn't usually go to clubs, but Ellis was there and she was hoping they'd get together. All she wanted was her happy ever after. She was having a good night and didn't want it to end, not the way it did anyway.
Moira promises Victoria that she's safe now and Lee won't hurt her again. Ellis can't believe Billy didn't even wait for the ambulance before he left him. Billy states he only ran off at the last minute and apologises but it's not good enough for a disgusted Ellis. Leyla is stunned to learn from Jacob that Maya is still alive. Tracy realises this is why Leyla didn't want to go to the police. Moira inquires if Victoria saved her clothes for evidence.
David struggles to process that Jacob has been seeing Maya. He tries to tell himself that this is just crush on Jacob's end then begins throwing items from the shop shelves looking for a hidden camera to prove this is a prank. A teary Jacob declares he loves Maya and she loves him. At Tall Trees Cottage, Ellis informs Jessie that his stabbing has nothing to do with Max. Jessie doesn't believe it.
Moira has spent the night at Keepers Cottage looking after Victoria. Victoria tries to put off going to the police station although Moira reminds her the sooner she does, the sooner Lee faces the consequences. An emotional David leaves Jacob a voicemail asking him to come home so they can talk. Priya doesn't understand why David hasn't involved the police yet and questions what kind of father he is. Billy and Ellis head out to dispose of the knife used to stab Ellis.
Belle, Lydia and Sam prepare Wishing Well Cottage for Zak and Lisa's return. At the pub, Charity is apprehensive ahead of the Dingles' shindig whilst Chas and Paddy are unsettled to receive the date for their twenty-week scan. Robert wants to help Victoria but doesn't have a clue how. As Chas stares at the scan letter, Paddy tries to assure her everything will be okay.
A brooding Cain is annoyed that Moira hasn't been around much the past few days. When she eventually returns to the farmhouse, Cain breaks the news that Lisa is terminally ill. Harriet receives a call from Geoff updating her on the investigation. Harriet assures Dawn she'd understand if she wanted to see her dad, although Dawn declares he's dead to her. At the Mill, Robert admits to Aaron he feels useless and wishes there was something he could do to help Victoria. Aaron queries what Victoria is going to do about the baby.
Lisa apologises to Zak for being so emotional. When Belle and Sam return home, Belle tells Lisa doesn't need to protect her. Robert wants to do everything in his power to help Victoria although he upsets his sister when he comments he wouldn't have let Lee in the house. A distracted Zak decides to head out for a while. Sam offers to accompany him although Zak agrees to meet him in the pub later instead.
David and Leyla have both been dodging calls from Alicia so Leyla suggests they tell Alicia what's going on but David refuses. Harriet is on edge as the police still haven't caught up with Will. At Wishing Well Cottage, Lisa meets Ryan for the first time and jokes she could tell him all of Charity's grizzly secrets. As Jacob stares at his shattered phone, Maya apologises for yesterday.
David still hasn't called the police despite Jacob's no show yesterday as he fears the press will get hold of the story of a pupil running off with his teacher who also happens to be his dad's girlfriend. Leyla orders David to call the police anyway. At that moment, David receives a call from a withheld number. Jamie dodges Kim's calls. There's a knock at Jacob's hotel room door.
Harriet questions why Will let Dawn believe he was dead. Instead of answering, Will tells Harriet that any damage he's done to Dawn is nothing like the damage she's caused her. Will still can't comprehend that Harriet was with him for five years and all the time it wasn't real. Harriet apologises but she states she'll never regret the side she was on then declares they're finished. Will insists they aren't done - he's only just started.
Ryan checks up on Harriet and asks about calling the police but Harriet doesn't see the point as she doubts Dawn or Will will be back. Laurel appears at the church and is shocked to learn what's happened. Sam and Lydia are struggling financially so Lisa decides to convince Kim to take the pair back on at Home Farm. David informs Jacob that Jessie is concerned that he hasn't turned up for his exams.
Megan admits to Frank that she called the police yesterday and told them everything. Frank cannot believe it. David informs Leyla that he's got a plan to track down Maya although Leyla believes Maya is bound to come back sooner or later as her passport and money are still in a drawer at Tug Ghyll.
Jacob checks his emails but Maya still hasn't replied. Once Jacob has left for school, Leyla looks in his laptop bag and finds the money as well as Maya's passport. She tells David it's game on. Frank informs Megan that he got in touch with a lawyer for her although Megan can't afford it and claims she deserves everything she gets. At Tug Ghyll, Leyla, Tracy and Priya discuss the Jacob and Maya situation.
As handcuffed Maya is placed into the back of a police car, Jacob tells David and Leyla he'll never forgive them for this. Marlon is put out that Brenda was asked to cater for the wedding rather than him. He suggests it would be nice to have the family favourite of rabbit stew on the menu so Lisa gives Marlon her secret rabbit stew recipe.
Lydia orders the Dingles about as they rush to get things ready for the wedding tomorrow. Once alone at Wishing Well Cottage, Lisa attempts to write a letter to Zak. At the Mill, Aaron tells Liv he's proud of her for doing the right thing by going to the police yesterday. DS Wise and DC Terry quiz Tracy about the night Maya claims she was attacked but Tracy sticks to the story she, Leyla, and Priya agreed.
It's Zak and Lisa's wedding day and Lisa starts the day off by feeding the pigs. At Brook Cottage, a concerned Diane tries to check up on Victoria to no avail. Leanna refuses to go to school because she fears she'll be ridiculed as she's Maya's former step-daughter. Diane refuses to take any of Leanna's nonsense and orders her to get off to school.
Sam, Aaron and Cain follow Zak out of the church and question what's going on. Zak admits he hasn't written any vows. When Lisa appears, Sam informs her of Zak's lack of vows. Zak explains to Lisa that he hasn't come up with anything as he's spent all week thinking how the next time they'll be in church is likely to be for her funeral. Lisa insists that's all the more reason to enjoy this.
The wedding guests enjoy themselves at the reception unaware of the tragic turn of events at Wishing Well Cottage. A heart-broken Zak places a blanket over Lisa then tearfully cradles his wife's lifeless body. At the Mill, Aaron and Diane look through a photo album Diane put together for Robert. They come to a picture of teenage Victoria and Diane questions what Jack would say if he knew what happened to his little girl. Diane feels useless and doesn't know how to help Victoria although Aaron tells her being on Victoria's side is enough.
It's the morning after Lisa's death and Zak and Belle are struggling to cope with their grief. At the farm, Cain sits Kyle down and breaks the news of Lisa's death whilst at the pub, no one can quite believe Lisa is gone. Paddy's excited about Chas' ultrasound scan tomorrow but Chas is preoccupied thinking about Lisa.
Chas is angered to learn Paddy has cancelled her scan. Debbie finds Nate stranded at the side of the road with a caravan due to a flat tyre. In the Take A Vow office, Megan and Frank attempt to drum up business to cover Megan's legal fees. Things begin to look up when Megan receives a call from a pharmaceutical company looking to arrange a team building event but Megan is forced to turn them down as they want to hold it at Home Farm. Sam bumps into Paddy in the café apologises for what he said about Grace yesterday.
FMegan tries to tell Frank about Graham's offer to cover her legal fees but ends up asking him to move back into Tenant House instead. After Megan walks off, Frank removes an engagement ring from his wallet. Liv bumps into Belle in the shop and asks how she's coping. Belle states she, Lisa and Zak were meant to be in Whitby this week but instead she and Zak are off to a funeral home.
Harriet feels awful for the way she treated Dawn yesterday. As she prays for forgiveness and guidance, Will appears in the church. Kim requests Jamie checks over one of her horses. Megan is in good spirits ahead of her plea hearing tomorrow although Kim soon dampens her mood when she hints she there's a nasty surprise on the horizon.
It's the morning after the night before and Harriet ushers Will out the back door of Woodbine Cottage. Will worries that Dawn hasn't been in contact since yesterday so Harriet agrees to have a word with her if she can find her. Jai is excited ahead his date with Ariana. Harriet finds Dawn alive and well at the Cricket Pavilion. After Dawn informs Harriet that she didn't take the drugs,
Kim has prepared a breakfast spread for Jamie's first morning back at Home Farm although Jamie orders his mother not to get carried away. Robert and Victoria return to Emmerdale. Dawn appears in the factory and asks for her job back. Jai initially refuses but soon changes his mind when Dawn offers to work for two-weeks for free and Laurel also speak up for her. Whilst Kim is out riding her horse,
Robert continues to try to persuade Victoria to have an abortion but Victoria is adamant she's keeping the baby. As Harriet goes over funeral preparations with the Dingles, Sam is put out to learn Lisa wanted to be cremated rather than buried next to Butch and Ben.
Marlon struggles to take in the revelation that Victoria was raped. He asks if her rapist has been charged. Victoria explains she's waiting to hear back from the CPS but she's not holding her breath. Marlon takes Victoria in his arms and promises he's there for her so Victoria asks him to be present when she tells Charity and Chas.
News of Victoria's rape is beginning to spread around the village. Maya watches on from a far as Liv informs David and Leyla that the police aren't charging her with blackmail. Belle picks out an outfit for Lisa to be buried in then encourages Zak to clear out some of his old clothes ahead of a charity bag collection tomorrow. Robert is frustrated that the police have dropped the case against Lee so he tries to persuade Victoria to kick up a fuss but Victoria insists it's over. Maya spots a brooding Jacob siting on a bench.
It's the day of Lisa's funeral and Belle worries about the poem she's wrote for the service. Zak assures Belle it'll be great. Kim enlists a private investigator to do some digging on Andrea. Robert searches for Lee online but he quickly hides what he's doing when Aaron and Liv come downstairs. Lydia panics when she realises the charity bag where she stashed Lisa's letters has already been picked up.
As Lisa's friends and loved ones gather at Wishing Well Cottage for a pig race in her memory, Lydia tries to explain to an annoyed Sam why she was late for the funeral but Sam insists it's not the time. As Leyla and David get redressed, David suggests they get back together as a strong family unit might be what Jacob needs right now. Everyone has a great time watching the pig racing.
At Wishing Well Cottage, a preoccupied Zak sits in the middle of the pig-sty. When Jacob returns to Farrers Barn to collect his games console, David tells him he'll always be there when he needs him then wishes him luck with his exam today although Jacob states he's not going.
Leyla notices David is acting odd so quizzes him about his whereabouts yesterday. David states he went for a drive but before he can elaborate, PC Swirling appears in the shop to speak with David about Maya's assault. Andrea is upset that Kim won't rent Dale View to her and Jamie. She assumes Kim is renting it to Charity and Vanessa instead so she suggests Jamie has a word with his mother. Zak stares at his unopened letter from Lisa.
Andrea get started redecorating Home Farm. Kim isn't a fan of the garish wallpapers her daughter-in-law has picked out but she holds her tongue and lets Andrea get on with it. Ellis is still out of sorts following his stabbing, but when Jessie tries to talk to him about it, Ellis insists he's fine. Belle, Zak and Sam have found Lisa's bucket list which includes making over the pig pen and fire walking.
David feels awful for yelling at Amba but when Priya tells him he's out of order, David hits back that none of this would've happened if she hadn't of dumped Amba on him. An angered Priya informs David that she thought spending time with Amba might make him realise he's a good dad, but Eric was right about him. Graham conclude Andrea stopped reporting back to him all those years ago as she's set her eyes on the Tate fortune although Andrea states she stopped reporting back because she didn't want to keep spying on Jamie as fell in love with him.
Andrea tries to persuade Kim to keep quiet about her connection to Graham although Kim remains adamant that Jamie deserves to know the truth so she gives Andrea until lunch time to tell him. Whilst in the café, Bear spots a poster for a five-aside tournament with a £500 prize. Harriet receives another text from Will
Paddy puts up a poster for Bear's five-aside team meeting later today. Paddy hopes to be on the team but he realises his chances are limited as Bear has already promised Aaron, Ellis and Billy a place. Billy panics when he receives a text from Max warning him he's going to wish he never called him. Tracy and Nate have spent the night together at Tug Ghyll.
Billy returns home to find Ellis kneeling over Marlon's lifeless body. He fears this the work of Max and is shocked when Ellis admits he attacked Marlon. Harriet introduces Laurel and Jai to her "parishioner" Will and explains he's going through a tough time at the moment.
Following yesterday's events, Marlon isn't up to working so Victoria decides to return to work. After Victoria leaves, Robert informs Aaron that he's found out where Lee works. Aaron realises Robert is planning to pay him a visit. Marlon and Jessie understand Ellis attacked Marlon as he's likely suffering from PTSD although Ellis insists that's no excuse and again apologises.
Robert and Aaron sneak back into the Mill before Victoria has come downstairs. Things continue to be strained between Pete and Rhona. Robert and Aaron panic when Diane mentions Victoria went to retrieve a flask from Robert's car. The pair rush outside but it's too late as Victoria has already found posters branding Lee a rapist in the car. In the salon, a flirtatious Nate invites Amy for another drink which unsettles Kerry.
Things are awkward between Amy and Nate when Amy arrives at the farm to collect Kyle. At Smithy Cottage, Pete makes Rhona breakfast and tries to persuade her to spend the morning in bed but it soon descends into another argument. Robert is struggling to cope with the Victoria situation. He breaks down and tells Aaron that all he wanted to do was protect his sister.
Nate is unable to kick in the garage door so he grabs a crowbar from a nearby car. At the same time, a frantic Amy runs up to Moira and informs her Kyle is missing. Nate manages to force open the garage door and rescues Kyle from the fume filled garage. As Amy considers calling the police, Nate appears with Kyle in his arms.
David fills in Leyla on his therapy appointment yesterday and informs her he's booked further sessions. When Jacob appears in the shop, David suggests he would also benefit from therapy but Jacob is adamant he doesn't need it. In the café, Manpreet witnesses Rhona snapping at Leo so she suggests Rhona make an appointment with her. Amy and Moira coax Kyle into not telling Cain about yesterday.
Eric and Faith find Jacob packing up his belongings. Jacob lies he's moving back to Farrers Barn which delights Eric who believes it's the first step back to normality. Laurel discovers Jai has booked two tickets to the outdoor cinema she told him about yesterday. Moments later, Nicola appears in the factory office and steamrollers Laurel into practicing her dating skills in the pub at lunch time. Cain is still worked-up about Amy endangering Kyle.
As Maya is escorted from the dock, a distressed Jacob begs the judge to let her go, insisting he's got in wrong. Rhona believes Pete has been sexting Debbie so Pete unlocks his phone and reads out the message - Debbie was asking him to return the welder. Rhona feels awful. Jai jealously watches on as Tom gives Laurel dating advice.
Kim is enjoying spending time with Millie but Jamie believes Kim is using his daughter. Kim protests she's making an effort with her granddaughter like he asked and tells Jamie she wants them to be a family although an irate Jamie reminds his mother that she spent most of yesterday trying to convince Andrea he's having an affair with Rhona. Jamie warns Kim if she messes with his family again then they'll leave. Maya's conviction has made the front page of the Hotten Courier.
Ellis heads out for a run ahead of his first counselling session today. At Smithy Cottage, Pete wakes to find a note from Rhona apologizing for last night. Victoria is suffering the full effects of morning sickness. Rhona approaches Kim in the café. Kim assumes Rhona is going to confront her about kissing Pete, but instead she apologises for yesterday. When Peter enters the café, he sees Kim and Rhona talking and fears Kim will tell Rhona about the kiss.
Rhona admits to Paddy that Pete proposed yesterday and she more or less turned him down. Paddy asks what happens next but Rhona doesn't have a clue. An on-edge Billy tries to get a hold of DS Sanders. Robert helps Victoria move her belongings back into Keepers Cottage. At the farm, Pete confides his troubles in Moira. Soon, Rhona appears so Moira leaves them alone to talk. Bear calls a team meeting ahead of the five-aside match today.
Billy and Ellis watch as police vehicles race towards Tall Trees Cottage. Billy orders Ellis to keep the police distracted whilst he sorts this out. Ellis knows it's a bad idea but agrees. Meanwhile in the house, Max instructs Marlon and Jessie to close all the curtains and lock the doors. Whilst Marlon locks the front door, Billy sneaks in via the back door. Victoria is struggling being alone at Keepers Cottage so she arranges to meet Amy at the pub.
At the hospital, Marlon, Ellis and April wait nervously for Jessie to wake following surgery. Surgeon, Ms Booth approaches them and explains they've managed to repair the damaged the bullet caused; luckily the bullet missed all of Jessie's major organs. Kim informs Jamie that she's going off to Dubai to look at horses in a few days and asks him to keep an eye on things whilst she's gone. Jai invites Laurel out to dinner. Once Jessie has woken up, Marlon, Ellis and April head onto the ward to see her.
At the hospital, surgeon Ms Booth explains to Marlon and Ellis that Jessie is out of surgery and is doing really well. After the doctor has left, Marlon gets in Billy's face and demands to know what was said before Jessie collapsed. Billy admits he told Jessie he was guilty of GBH. Dawn is nervous ahead of her visit with Lucas. Harriet warns Dawn that Lucas will probably be distant at first, but assures her she and Lucas have a bond that cannot be broken.
Dawn asks Harriet and Will if they're together. Harriet insists it's nothing like that. Marlon is adamant Billy needs to leave Tall Trees Cottage although a worked-up Ellis believes now that Billy has admitted his guilt, that should be the end of things. Dawn asks Will if he came back for her or Harriet. Will tries to convince his daughter he came back for her but Dawn doesn't believe him. Harriet admits she and Will slept together but assures Dawn nothing else will happen as she only cares about her and Lucas. Dawn also doesn't believe that. She declares Lucas deserves better than this then walks out. Marlon and Jessie argue about Billy. In the café,
Marlon tells Paddy that he doesn't want Billy to stay at Tall Trees Cottage but Jessie made it impossible to say no. In the café, Harriet sits down next Dawn and asks to talk. Dawn can't see past Harriet lying to her. Harriet reminds Dawn she lied to her and terrorized her for months, which causes Dawn to storm out. Faith brings Chas a large present for the baby and instructs her not to open it until after the birth. Afterward, Chas overhears Faith and Bear talking which confirms her suspicions that they're having an affair.
As Chas opens up the pub, she discovers Faith has spent the night sleeping in the bar. Faith tells Chas that thanks to her words, Eric has virtually thrown her out. When Dawn pops back to Woodbine Cottage, Harriet promises her that she and Will are over and reveals Cain fired Will after he found out who he was. Chas presents Paddy with his birthday present - a watch inscribed with "Because every second is precious" then suggests they visit Grace and tell her she's having a little brother.
Eric and David dump bin bags full of Faith's belongings outside Jacobs Fold. Faith can't believe she's homeless and manless again although Debbie assures her grandmother that she's got a home at Jacobs Fold for as long as she wants. Victoria is on edge following Wendy's visit yesterday and is insistent that Lee and Wendy cannot find out about the baby. When Liam pops by Keepers Cottage to check over Victoria, Victoria admits she's scared something might be wrong with the baby because of how it was conceived although Liam assures her there's no reason to suspect the baby will be anything other than healthy.
Wendy demands to know if Victoria is pregnant but Victoria insists it's none of her business. When Lee tells Victoria he can't believe she's doing this to him, Robert goes for him then he and Aaron shove him out the house. As Wendy follows Lee out the door, she asks Victoria if she's having Lee's baby. Victoria doesn't respond. Eric moans to David about Faith.
At Mulberry Cottage, a hungover Doug wakes up on the sofa. Laurel isn't impressed with her father's antics and refuses his request for her to speak to Brenda on his behalf. Belle asks Zak if he's thought anymore about where to scatter Lisa's ashes. Zak hasn't yet but he's determined to find the perfect place. Marlon is surprised when Victoria arrives for work and questions if she's up to it after yesterday. Victoria states she wants to keep herself busy. At the Mill, Aaron urges Robert to apologise to Victoria whilst Liv tells him that Victoria needs his support.
Jacob calls the prison to inquire about visiting Maya but quickly hangs up when Eric approaches. Doug is still in Brenda's bad books. He apologises, but it's not good enough for Brenda. Marlon isn't happy that Jessie is dealing with the discovery of the bones at the school when she's supposed to be off work sick. Victoria is nervous ahead of her first scan today. Zak decides to scatter Lisa's ashes at Robblesfield Reservoir. David calls Liv over to Farrers Barn and shows her the games console he's bought that he hopes will help him sort things with Jacob. Liv can't believe David called her over for this when they're scattering Lisa's ashes today.
Belle doesn't understand what Zak is saying and reminds her dad that the family watched him scatter Lisa's ashes. Zak admits the urn actually contained dust from the vacuum cleaner as he realised he couldn't let Lisa go. Diane tells Victoria that it's not like her to run away but Victoria doesn't view it as running away, she views it as self-preservation and states what matters is being able to bring her baby up without having to look over her shoulder. In the pub, the Dingles discuss the baby bones found at Hotten Academy. Jessie explains the land where the bones were found used to be a children's home.
Jai invites a giddy Laurel for lunch in the pub. David tells Leyla he was up until 3am talking to Jacob on the games console. Leyla isn't sure they should be encouraging Jacob to sit all day on the games console but David believes it's worth it if he gets the chance to speak to Jacob. Doug is agony due to his bad back so Brenda suggests he sees a doctor. At Wishing Well Cottage, Sam reads a letter from Lydia telling him that she's left him. Sam cannot believe it. David continues to communicate with Jacob via the games console. He explains to Leyla that he's told Jacob he's at university in the hopes that it might inspire Jacob to do something with his life.
Sam is perturbed as he still can't get hold of Lydia; he refuses to believe she has anything to do with the baby found at the school. David continues to talk to Jacob via the games console. Jacob replies that he's heading off to work and insinuates he's going to steal from the till. Kerry suggests she, Amy and Tracy have a girls night at Tug Ghyll. Amy thinks it'll be weird between her and Tracy due to her being in a relationship with Nate. Robert approaches Diane to talk about her and Victoria moving away.
As Victoria preps Keepers Cottage ahead of an estate agent's visit, Diane asks her if she's sure about moving away. Victoria is certain. News that someone has come forward regarding the bones of the baby found at Hotten Academy has made the front page the front page of the Hotten Courier. Although Lydia hasn't been named, Belle knows it's only a matter of time until people work out it's her.
Eric finds Diane in the café and asks if she's still serious about selling her half of the B&B. Diane comments she'd be off like a shot if she could get the money which leads Eric to question what's the rush so Diane divulges Victoria is pregnant. Nate bumps into Kerry and reveals he and Amy have split up thanks to her. Kerry tells Nate that Amy was too good her then walks out.
Amy invites Nate to join her and Kyle in the park later. Nate is busy but suggests he and Amy go to the pub for lunch instead. As Amy goes to kiss Nate, Moira strides over and questions why Amy hasn't gotten Kyle to school yet. Moments later, Cain's car pulls into the farm yard and Moira snaps at him. Robert can't bear the thought of losing Victoria and Diane. Aaron reminds Robert that Victoria is doing what's right for her although Robert insists what's right is finding something on Lee that will get him banged up.
After Cain and Nate are separated, Debbie demands to know if what Nate said about the garage is true so Zak explains Lisa inherited a garage in Scotland and she left it in her will to her and Belle. Debbie can't believe Cain was planning to sell the garage behind her and Belle's back. Will follows Dawn up Main Street and questions what she's doing with the misshapen chocolates. Dawn tells her dad she needs money for Lucas then orders him to do one. At Home Farm, Andrea informs Priya that she heard her being sick.
Lydia is still out of sorts and refuses to talk to Samson when he phones from France. Amy has been to seen a solicitor about access to Kyle but wants to keep it on the down low to avoid riling up Cain. Debbie offers Will his job back at the garage. At Home Farm, Andrea inquires if Priya has spoken to Jai or Rishi about the reoccurrence of her eating disorder although Priya insists it's a blip and it's under control so asks Andrea to back off. Sam worries about Lydia to Faith, Moira and Debbie. When Cain enters the pub,
Dawn has a pang of guilt when she sees a Yorkshire Mail news board outside the shop reading "Jenny Finn Found: Shocking truth of Lydia Hart, mother of buried baby". At Wishing Well Cottage, Zak and Sam tell Lydia she can't get the newspaper get away with publishing her name but Lydia doesn't see the point in suing them as the damage is already done. She grabs her bag and goes to leave but Sam blocks the door and insists she's not going anywhere. In the café, Victoria informs Robert and Aaron that she's put a deposit down on a little cottage in Cornwall.
Robert calls by Woodbine Cottage to give Dawn instructions on how to trap Lee. Dawn soon realises Robert is trying to get revenge on the man who raped Victoria so refuses to take part in his scheme. Lydia still out of sorts so Sam suggests they go to the pub. David confides in Eric that he's got a hospital appointment later to receive the results from his annual check-up. Eric tries to assure David it's standard procedure but it doesn't stop David from fearing the worst. Debbie looks at estate agent details for the garage in Scotland but she quickly hides what she's doing when Cain appears and invites her to the pub.
Aaron and Robert arrive at The Tipsy Monk but there's no sign of Dawn and Lee. Meanwhile, in the other Tipsy Monk, Lee flirts with Dawn over a drink. Dawn receives a call from Robert but rejects it in favour of downing shots with Lee and his mate John. David sits nervously in the hospital waiting room. Nicola continues to make snide remarks towards Lydia until Lydia responds. John passes Lee some drugs. Lee claims not to be into drugs so he offers them to Dawn then instead. Dawn refuses.
Robert worries about Lee's threats. Nicola learns Hotten General Hospital will be closing their children's ward so decides to organise a demo to protest the closure. Vanessa arranges a secret engagement party for Rhona and Pete. Despite Aaron's insistence that all that matters is keeping Victoria and the baby safe until Victoria moves away, Robert still wants Lee to pay for what he's done.
Robert has spent an uncomfortable night at the scrapyard. When Jimmy arrives for work, he encourages Robert to sort things out with Aaron. Brenda is delighted to learn Pete gave Rhona an engagement ring and advises the pair to get on with getting married. Dawn tries to apologise to Harriet ahead of Lucas' visit tomorrow by treating her to lunch in the pub. Liv is surprised to learn Robert spent the night elsewhere.
Pete and Rhona discuss their relationship. Harriet follows Dawn back to Woodbine Cottage and demands to know where the money came from. Dawn admits Robert paid her to try to trap Victoria's rapist. Dawn protests she needed the money for Lucas although a disgusted Harriet tells Dawn that Lucas needs a mum who respects herself.
Bernice is unnerved when Liam insists on making her breakfast. She's further alarmed when she spots rat poison, a scalpel and a container of bleach all in the kitchen so she rushes out. Dawn has visitation with Lucas at Woodbine Cottage today but Harriet cannot find her. Bernice has concluded Liam is a murderer who tried to poison her.
Nicola promises Bernice that they'll find a way to reunite her and Liam. Afterward, Nicola phones Liam and invites him to the café on the pretence of discussing the children's ward closure. Andrea urges Priya to tell her family about her eating disorder. Pete turns up late for work as he was dropping Leo off at holiday club. Moira comments Pete cares more about Leo than some dads do about their own children which Cain takes as a dig towards him and results in the pair arguing in front of Pete and a gleeful Nate.
Nate looks forward to spending the day alone with Moira on the farm whilst Pete is at the cattle auction. Cain tries to persuade Moira to take the day off so they can spend time with Kyle and Isaac but Moira is too busy with work. Amy fills Eric in on her plans to pursue a residence order for Kyle as Nate reckons Cain and Moira might split up soon. At the factory, Jai and Laurel prepare to tell Rishi about their relationship but Laurel sees how stressed Rishi is so decides to hold off for now.
Moira pushes Nate off her insisting she can't do this but Nate pulls her back in for another kiss. Moments later, they hear Cain outside the barn so Moira pushes Nate off her again and Nate scrambles to put his top back before Cain sees them. Jai cannot believe Rishi hasn't paid any of the factory's suppliers and questions how his father let it get to this. Rishi admits he and Manpreet thought they could fix things before it got so bad, but they didn't have the money as he spent all of his saving paying off Manpreet's loans.
Andrea asks Jamie if he's having second thoughts about ripping off Kim. Jamie isn't. Laurel nervously prepares to tell Gabby and Arthur about her relationship with Jai. When Kerry nips into the shop, she witnesses Jai and Laurel kissing. Jamie continues the plan to oust Kim from the vets by telling his mother that Rhona is bullying him. Cain worries about losing Kyle although Moira promises Cain promises they'll win this.
Kim fires Nicola when she tries to leave work early to attend a council meeting. Graham asks Kim what got her in such a foul mood so Kim explains how Jamie, Andrea and Rhona have been plotting to oust her to the vets. Bear gives the five-aside team a team talk ahead of their game with The Maltshovel but he struggles to read the tactical notes so Matty takes over. Rodney appears in the pub and asks Matty and Ryan how they go on with the dining chair he gave them a few days ago. Matty states they've sold it.
Jamie explains to Kim that he wanted to teach her a lesson. Kim doesn't see what she's done wrong so Jamie reminds her that she lured him to Emmerdale on false pretences and has treated his wife and daughter like second class citizens. Jamie tells Kim that he didn't need her to buy him a career and quips he wishes Paddy and Vanessa turned down her offer to buy into the surgery. As Jamie goes to walk out, Kim declares Paddy and Vanessa's careers won't be worth much after today - she's won like she always does. Meanwhile in the village, Rhona locks the surgery door to prevent Graham from planting the ketamine.
Ryan informs Rodney that he's managed to sell the chair he gave him a few days ago. Diane decides to tell Bernice about the move to Cornwall today before she finds out from someone else like Matty did. At Home Farm, Graham tells Kim that he thinks she did the right thing by calling him off yesterday and questions what happens next. Kim states she's going to stop the games and manipulation as it's only going to drive Jamie, Andrea and Millie away and she's also giving Jamie her share in the vets.
In the café, Lydia shows Bernice all the costumes she's prepared for the murder mystery event tomorrow. Victoria informs Aaron and Robert that she and Diane are leaving on Friday. In the pub, Jimmy scolds Matty for being rude to Nicola yesterday. When Victoria appears, Matty scurries off the change a barrel to avoid her. Jamie informs Rhona that Kim has officially transferred her shares of the Vets to him. Rhona suggests they celebrate. Bernice worries she's lost Liam for good although Nicola doesn't believe he'll be able to resist Bernice after seeing how much effort she's gone to in throwing the murder mystery event.
Emmerdale has been transformed into "Emmerdeadsville" for Bernice's Wild West murder mystery event. Victoria has been up all night thinking about Lee's demands. Diane believes Victoria should apologise to Lee as it'll get him off their backs but Victoria refuses as she's determined that everyone should know what a monster Lee is. Victoria realises that even if they get Lee off their backs, she'll still have to deal with Wendy so Diane suggests they ask Robert to help them. Nicola is shocked to learn Bernice is planning to propose to Liam today and reminds Bernice that she and Liam aren't together but Bernice refuses to be talked out of it.
.Lee demands more money, stating most of the £10,000 will be swallowed up by his flight to Australia. Victoria insists that's not her and Robert's problem although Lee reminds Victoria that he is her problem so she's going to need to pay a lot more to make him go away. Following Bernice's screams, the villagers race to the village hall where Bob explains how Bernice kissed him. When Liam comments he dodged a bullet, Bernice walks off defeated.
Robert has spent all night in police custody leaving Victoria to fear the worst. Kerry bumps into Amy in Main Street and apologises for leading Karen to her yesterday. At Tenant House, Frank quickly hides a bag when he hears Megan coming downstairs. Robert returns to the Mill having been released pending further inquiries. Moments later, Victoria receives a phone call from the police asking for her to come in and give a statement so Robert begs her to say Lee threw the first punch. Nicola congratulates Bernice and Liam on their engagement and demands all the details.
Megan finds Frank half-asleep in the café and demands to know why he hasn't come home the last two nights. Frank explains he's been planning a surprise that he hopes will be ready by this evening. Jai gets trapped in the factory stockroom when the door gets stuck. After being let out, an annoyed Jai discovers Kerry is offering her colleagues manicures rather than working so he throws her manicure kit in the bin. Amy asks Eric to lend her the money she needs to pay off Karen, claiming it's for a car, but Eric is unable to help.
Kerry and Amy return to the pub where Kerry suggests they treat this as a new beginning, as with any luck, this will have blown over in a few days. Meanwhile at the factory, Tracy tries to open the stockroom door but its stuck. She begins to panic when she spots smoke pouring under door and screams for help but there's no one around to hear her cries. In the beer garden, Vanessa advises Frank to think about what he wants and make it happen.
It's the morning after the factory fire and Amy is wracked with guilt as she watches the firefighters finish extinguishing the remnants of the blaze. A devastated Tracy struggles to come to terms with yesterday's events and decides against accompanying Vanessa and Charity to identify Frank. In the café, villagers mourn Frank and begin to speculate why Tracy was at the factory. Victoria has filled Diane in on the truth about Robert and Lee's fight and she's also called off the move to Cornwall. At Holdgate Farm, Megan breaks the news of Frank's death to Eliza with Leyla and Manpreet's support.
Charity tries to persuade Vanessa to listen as Tracy attempts to apologise but she is uninterested. Nate is disappointed when he returns to learn Moira has gone to Nana Barton's for a while. Amy is nervous as the police continue their questioning of the villagers and speculation grows as to what or who caused the fire. David and Megan try to comfort Tracy as she explains how she was waiting in the stockroom for Billy. The Insurance Representative discovers the failsafe had been turned off on the fire alarm.
Tracy is aghast that the police want to speak to Megan regarding Frank's reasons for being at the factory and insists Megan must put them straight that he wasn't responsible for the fire. Vanessa continues to nurse her suspicions of his reasons for being there. Rishi shows Jai the exact terms of Kim's contract. Sarah confronts Debbie over her secret phone calls to Belle about Scotland. She tells Debbie that she should go and take Jack with her, leaving her free to come visit her at weekends. Robert suggests making contact with Natalie to Aaron rather than putting their lives on hold.
Kerry claims she can't remember how she came to know Tracy was inside the factory. Suspecting she knows more than she's letting on, DI Goldberg cautions her. Kim tries to make Jai see that he has no other option than to sell the factory to her. Kerry tells DI Goldberg that she was at the factory at the time and saw Tracy go inside.
Tracy regrets not going to see Frank. Amy has spent the night with a concerned Victoria. Leyla tries to encourage Megan to take more time off work but she needs to keep busy. Victoria apologises to Robert and Aaron for her outburst yesterday and gives them her blessing to continue the surrogacy. Tracy becomes emotional in the café when Frank's favourite song plays. Jai tells Laurel that he wouldn't think less of her if she decided she wanted to walk away from their relationship. Laurel insists he's not getting rid of her.
Kerry is concerned when she can't get hold of Amy, wanting to know what she told the police. She's even more concerned when Vanessa informs her that Amy was chatting to her yesterday about Frank. Robert and Aaron realise they need to tell Natalie about Robert's police investigation. Amy accuses Kerry of only thinking about herself but tells her she stuck to the story. Kerry is given an idea as she overhears Bernice and Nicola talking about the lost fundraiser money. April wants a puppy for her birthday but Marlon refuses.
Aaron, Chas, Victoria, Liv and Diane await Robert's return from the police station. DS Wise and DC Terry question Robert on his stalking of Lee which Robert denies. Rhona finds Vanessa sobbing in her car. Jai worries that the insurance may not pay out. Kim overhears and encourages Jai to inform his staff if there's a chance the factory is unlikely to reopen. Ellis, Billy, Jessie and Marlon celebrate their partnership in The Woolpack. Marlon's concerned to learn that Jessie's loan is only likely to cover their training and won't stretch to covering equipment.
Jessie heads off for her meeting with the governors board. Marlon confides in Rhona how she's loaned Ellis and Billy the money for their personal training business without talking to him. Rhona advises him to have it out with her. Tracy encourages Vanessa not to shut Charity out. Jai has offered Kim a 33% share in the factory but she wants more. Reluctantly, he agrees to renegotiate. Kerry drags Marlon off for his treatment at the salon. Aaron's surprised when Robert suggests they start looking for a new surrogate now, completely unaware he is only rushing into the idea to give Aaron something to focus on if he ends up in prison.
Billy and Ellis laugh at Marlon as he unveils the makeover that Kerry subjected him to - streaks in his hair. Jessie is upset at her suspension. Doug is still suffering with his back and insisting his exercises aren't working. He decides to research his own alternatives. Laurel tells Jai about the chat she had with Rishi. Realising that must have changed his mind, Jai thanks her. Charity and Vanessa realise they have work on their hands as Faith fails to take their demands for her to move out seriously. Jessie snaps at Dan when he talks to her about how bored Amelia is by her summer project on ancient Rome.
It's April's birthday and she wakes a hungover Jessie, who has spent the night on the couch, with her new toy: a light-up remote-controlled car, courtesy of Marlon. Vanessa tries to drop hints to Faith that she and Charity want to live together alone but she refuses to take the hint. Charity continues to be offhand with Debbie. Ellis is enthusiastic when an investment company shows interest in their personal training business and organises a meeting.
Al apologises to April for breaking her birthday present and promises to replace it. Ellis reveals Al was the investor he was supposed to be meeting. Al insists he is interested in investing. Lydia and Sam worry about how to break their news to Sampson as he is due to return from France. Debbie and Chas are amazed as they notice Charity chasing after their car. Al explains he has been in Dubai running an outdoor pursuits business as Billy arrives and informs him about Ellis' stabbing. Nicola and Jai notice a funny smell as Doug returns to the cottage with a back spasm after Brenda walked in on him in the Pirate Ship.
Jessie tries to encourage Ellis and Billy to take Al's investment but Ellis doesn't want anything from him. Faith tries to convince Lydia that Samson will come round. Cain offers to let Amy see Kyle while he's busy at the garage. Billy finds Al in the café. Al tries to convince him that all he is looking for is a second chance like Billy needed when he came out of prison. Zak confides in Faith that he's missing Lisa. She tries to make him see that he needs to stop moping.
Zak and Faith are awkward around each other the next day. Jessie has begun looking for jobs. Al buys April an expensive toy as a replacement for the one he broke. Nate is keen for Moira to return to Butlers Farm. Faith makes an excuse to leave when Zak tries to speak to her, worried that he might be about to kick her out. Kerry sets up a funding page for the factory workers. Charity realises Faith has done something when she talks about moving back to The Woolpack.
Zak and Faith wait for Bear to leave. When he finally does, Zak tells Faith he wants to come clean about their kiss to the family. She thinks it's a bad idea. As they argue, one of the pipes on a barrel that Bear has been replacing begins spraying them in beer, hitting the fuse box and plunging the pub into darkness. Jai catches Kerry listening in on DI Goldberg informing Tracy and Vanessa that they are closing the investigation into the fire, satisfied that Frank was responsible. Jai mentions to Kerry that an engagement ring was found at the scene. As Bear and Paddy go to investigate the fault in the pub,
Nate is pleased to see Moira back at the farmhouse. She insists there is still nothing happening between them and if he continues to harass her he can leave. Sam feels down on his birthday following Zak's confession. Faith feels guilty for letting slip Bear's secret and apologises to him. An electrician arrives at The Woolpack. Pete informs Cain and Moira that Nate has failed to do a delivery meaning they're running behind. Sam confides in Lydia that Zak kissed Faith.
Nate asks Moira how she's doing after yesterday. Moira claims to be fine then removes Nate's hand from her arm and orders him to do his job. Faith and Zak resolve to put their kiss behind them. Charity informs Paddy that they'll need to move out of the pub for four weeks whilst the dry rot is resolved. Matty feels awful for not seeing through Jono and Ste and refuses to hand over Jono's driving license to Cain, insisting he should be the one to sort this. Will returns to Keepers Cottage.
Matty resolves to apologise to his friends for his recent behaviour. Faith informs Paddy, Marlon and Bear that it looks like the work on the pub will take closer to six weeks now. Paddy fears Chas will out flip when he tells her whilst Marlon worries about the financial implications of not being able to work for that long. Afterward, Bear asks Paddy to teach him to read but Paddy makes excuses and rushes off. Marlon follows Paddy and warns him he'll need to tell both Bear and Chas the truth.
Harriet calls by the farm and tries to persuade Cain to give Will his job back but he refuses. In the salon, a frustrated Diane asks Bernice why she's behaving like this. Bernice states she's sick of always coming last with Diane although Diane believes Bernice is really annoyed that she and Liam won't get Brook Cottage to themselves now that she's not moving to Cornwall.
It's Matty's 25th birthday but he's in no mood to celebrate as he's still not made up with Ryan. Moira asks Cain to have a word with Ryan then the couple kiss but they're interrupted when Pete and Nate enter the farmhouse kitchen. Jamie and Andrea have been unable to obtain a place for Millie at Connelton Primary School. The Kings are economising following Nicola's sacking from Home Farm and the factory fire. In the farmhouse kitchen, Nate awkwardly flirts with Moira and strokes her arm but quickly pulls away when Pete appears.
Nate continues to flirt with Moira right under the nose of the rest of the residents of Butlers Farm. It's exam results day and Jessie wishes Jacob the best before he heads to school to collect his results. After Jacob leaves, David informs Priya that Jacob has been writing to Maya. Graham Graham discovers another one of his chess pieces have been moved and assumes it was Kim but she denies it. Afterward, Kim offers to babysit Millie so Jamie and Andrea can have a look around Robblesfield Primary.
A horrified Priya tells Jacob he must be joking although Jacob is convinced Priya was hitting on him. Jamie and Andrea are furious that Kim went behind their backs and spoke to the headmaster of Baswick Green, although after Kim and Graham leave the room, Andrea tells Jamie that Kim has a point. Jai informs Rishi that Laurel told Nicola they have an investor. Afterward, Rishi asks Jai to attend Frank's funeral. Jai refuses but Harriet insists he has a duty to attend as Frank's employer and states Megan also needs him there. Andrea tries to persuade Jamie of the merits of sending Millie to Baswick Green over Robblesfield Primary but Jamie refuses to send his daughter to a private school.
David fills Eric in on Jacob and Priya's misunderstanding yesterday. Jacob overhears them and questions why they can't get past it. Vanessa, Tracy, Megan and Kerry continue preparations for Frank's funeral. Laurel warns Jai that he needs to tells Nicola about Kim's investment as she's going to find out sooner or later. When Jai explains he needs Nicola's 1% share to give him majority over Kim, Laurel suggests he could make Nicola see that siding with him is in her best interests as well as the best interests of her electorates too. Jessie doesn't believe she'll be reinstated as headteacher of Hotten Academy so she looks few a new job. At the church, preparations for Frank's funeral continue.
It's the day of Frank's funeral. Tracy knocks at Tenant House and informs Megan that she's found something that could prove Frank didn't rob the factory. She shows Megan the recipient for the engagement ring then explains how a ring was found in the factory and she thinks it was for her. Jacob informs David and Leyla that he's decided to do an apprenticeship in hospitality. In the café, Dawn badgers Jai about her wages and questions if their jobs are safe. Laurel promises they are. Megan struggles to process what Tracy is saying.
Tracy has taken the ring receipt to the police but they don't believe it proves Frank's innocence. In a state, Tracy moots the idea of leaving the village with Megan although Vanessa begs her not to leave, telling her sister she doesn't want to lose her as well as Frank. At Pear Tree Cottage, Megan informs Jai that she and Eliza are moving to Newcastle today. Jai can't bear the thought of losing his daughter and is adamant it's not happening but his tirade is interrupted when he receives a call from the insurance company.
A concerned Graham informs Kim that he's been doing some digging into Al. Kim isn't pleased by Graham's interference and insists she knows what she's doing. Robert panics when Cain calls in past the Mill to collect Aaron for a work trip. Whilst Aaron and Liv are out of earshot, Cain warns Robert he's not going to lie for him. After Cain and Aaron leave, Liv complains of feeling unwell although Robert dismisses her. Tracy is surprised to learn Frank was driving for Home James Haulage before his death.
At the hospital, Liv senses the tension between Aaron and Robert and questions what's going on. Robert insists it can wait but is forced to reveal the truth when Diane and Victoria appear. Cain and Moira are fed up of Paddy and Bear staying at the farm. Kerry suggests to Amy that they run away to Spain with Kyle. Liv, Victoria and Diane struggle to digest the news that Robert is being charged with GBH with intent. Victoria fears she'll lose her brother and heads outside to get some air.
Nate is glad to see Moira in his caravan. Moira tells Nate this doesn't mean he has a hold on her then she steps towards him and they kiss. The doctor explains to Liv, Aaron and Robert that there could be any number of triggers for Liv's seizure or it could be an isolated indecent. He advises Liv to be aware of any unusual feelings and suggests she keeps a diary. As Moira and Nate lie in bed, Nate realises Moira feels guilty for sleeping with him so he tells her this doesn't make her a bad person.
Cain prepares for his trip to Scotland. In the village, Kerry approaches Amy and asks her if she's thought about what she said yesterday. Amy has, but she doesn't think running away is a good idea. Kerry insists the longer they stick around, the more chance someone will discover the truth about Frank's death so they need to leave today. Amy is still unsure but Kerry manages to talk her around with dreams of a new life with Kyle.
Kerry is angry that Amy told Nate the truth about the factory fire. Amy insists Nate won't say anything although Kerry isn't so sure and believes they should still leave. Meanwhile at the farm, Moira quizzes Nate about why Amy was so upset yesterday but Nate dismisses it as nothing. When Moira presses him, Nate insists it's personal and orders her to drop it. Andrea is upset as her freelance work is drying up and she also isn't getting work at Take A Vow.
Charity continues her mission to track down the mysterious cannabis smoker. Robert and Aaron worry about Liv potentially having epilepsy. At the farm, Nate sneaks a kiss with Moira and suggests they head into the barn. At the same time, Amy tells Kerry she needs to see Nate and make him see she trusts him. Kerry reveals she seen Nate yesterday and tells Amy that Nate wants her to give him some space.
Pete quizzes Nate about the breakdown of his relationship with Amy but Nate won't say much. After Pete is out of earshot, Nate tells Moira that he ended it with Amy because he wanted to, not because of her. Robert is stressed ahead of the meeting with his solicitor, Paul. Aaron offers to be there to support him but Robert doesn't want Aaron there as he fears bad news. Eric prepares a job list for Jacob but Jacob is nowhere to be seen. Leyla agrees to go into business with Andrea. Eric calls in past the shop looking for Jacob.
It's Robert's day in court and the family steel themselves to see how things go. Nicola takes on a mission. Jacob makes a big decision.
Tracy is elated to think she has at last found some evidence that could prove Frank's innocence. Leyla and David are both at a loss at how to prevent Jacob from waiting for Maya. Dan gives Will food for thought.
Tracy takes drastic action. Encouraged by Harriet to ask Billy out, Dawn is thrilled when he agrees to a lunch date. Chas resolves to reveal the truth.
Vanessa's hurt when Tracy rejects any attempts to celebrate her birthday. A devastated Tracy's completely out of control of her grief.
Marlon catches Jessie out as she considers taking the new job. Rishi reveals his masterplan to Jai Sharma and Manpreet – he's determined to rebuild his business empire from scratch. Moira and Nate are interrupted. Doug is riddled with guilt.
Billy warns Marlon not to let Al have Jessie's ear. Tracy is bitter to see Vanessa arrive with Frank's ashes, wanting nothing to do with them. Moira and Nate's plans are thwarted. Doug is caught red-handed.
Al moves in for a second kiss and Jessie reciprocates, but suddenly Jessie recoils in horror when the door bursts open. Meanwhile, will Pollard report Doug or find another way to deal with the drugs issue?
Moira and Nate are struggling to find time alone without being disturbed, but Moira may be starting to have second thoughts about the affair.
Trying to show off in front of new friend Danny, Sarah gets herself in trouble when Vanessa catches them hanging out together instead of doing school work. Dan finds himself with an admirer. Will's situation leaves him frustrated.
Charity worries about Sarah and reminds her she's grounded, but Sarah's outlook leaves Charity concerned. Robert and Aaron decide to help Marlon. Harriet throws caution to the wind.
Victoria's spirits are lifted from meeting Luke again and she's torn when she's asked if she wants to know the baby's sex. Meanwhile, at Butler's barn, an up-to-no-good Mandy and Vinny are desperately searching for a bag. Marlon makes a heartfelt plea.
Aaron rebukes Mandy for sponging off the family. Jai is shocked when Dan arrives with his estranged son Archie and the news that the little boy's mum, Rachel Breckle, has died. Rishi hands out chocolate samples from his new venture as Manpreet bumps into Derek, a regular patient at the surgery.
Robert is confused by Aaron's behaviour. Jai tries to figure out his next step. Kim's feelings begin to change.
Zak's stance frustrates Mandy. Kim is forced to let Jamie down. Jai tries to engage with his distant son Archie, wishing he could get through to him.
Jamie is still reeling from Kim's mistake. He is even more furious when he discovers Kim has bought a pony for Millie without consulting him and Andrea first. Andrea just wants to keep the peace. Bear is suffering from a hangover. Zak makes him one of Nellie's hangover cure cocktails. He doesn't find it very appetising, but looks forward to his 'date' with Faith.
Millie's operation was a success. Andrea is ignoring Graham's phone calls. Its Harriet's fiftieth birthday. Will has booked them a meal at a fancy hotel in Harrogate. Word of Faith and Zak's kiss has spread. The Dingle's blame Faith. Bear tries apologising for leaking the news. Belle has run off to Marlon's. Jai has decided to look for schools for Archie. Laurel and Dawn organise a surprise birthday party at the village hall for Harriet.
Millie is pleased to be discharged from the hospital. Kim is prepared to give up fighting. Graham begins to make progress with his potential daughter and makes amends with Jamie. Cain is due back from Scotland tomorrow. Moira wants to end her affair with Nate but his advances get the better off her. As the couple are amid smooch in the caravan, Matty and Ryan approach from the outside and try to get inside.
Harriet invites Will to the harvest festival at the church. She reckons they should casual out their relationship. The Tate's go out for the day but Graham turns down his invite. He tells Andrea about the death of his wife. She feels sorry for him. Harriet offers her condolences to Moira for the anniversary of Holly's death and Moira confides about Matty's marijuana taking. Paddy recommends Chas to attend the ante-natal class at the village hall.
The guests scatter from the church. Nicola's keen to wheel in the gossip while Moira continues to embarrass Harriet. Matty tries to abscond her. A mysterious suited man comes to visit Graham. Moira confronts Will outside the church. She makes it clear that his presence in the village isn't wanted by her. Nicola thinks she's cracked it with the mysterious marijuana that has been floating around the village. Bob warns Harriet that it's going to take a long time before any of the villagers understand about her and Will.
Cain wants to chat to Moira about her recent behaviour. Moira makes him believe it's about Holly. Derek, from the malt quiz team, turns up at the café. Doug wants to destroy the marijuana growing in the community shed. Paddy apologises to Chas for attending the ante-natal class with Mandy. She reluctantly forgives and offers to attend the next one. It's the day of Rachel's funeral. Laurel prompts Jai to go. Nate returns to the farm and Moira isn't too enthusiastic with him.
It's Archie's first day at Connelton Primary School. He's still distancing himself from everybody. Lydia offers her support to try and get through to him. Jai's optimistic with her idea. Harriet's due to see the bishop about her and Will. Will doesn't see a positive outcome and makes alternative arrangements for his place of residence.
David's paranoid that his illness will mount into something much worse. Jacob's adamant that he's staying at home to look after him. Rishi feels guilty about Derek's death. Manpreet has taken on Derek's legacy but is struggling to find any of his relatives. Geoffrey Richards from the Environmental Health turns up at David's Shop wanting to speak to David.
Charity wants to take Vanessa out for a meal, but she isn't in the mood. Tracy approaches them, and Charity tries giving her the elbow, but Vanessa wants to hear her out. Tracy suggests they go through Frank's stuff together. Kerry gets a phone call from a journalist from the Hotten Courier who wants to do a feature on the money she raised. She refuses. Nate has arranged with a mate for Butlers Farm to become the main supplier of a gourmet burger place in Hotten.
Kerry's paranoid about the interview with the Hotten Courier and has been up since half-five in the morning baking. Amy warns her that it looks out of character. Moira tells Cain that she's going to Gloucester overnight for a cattle auction. Kerry's erratic. Tracy walks out of the house with Kerry's handbag to give her the key, and Kerry snatches the bag from her and Frank's keyring comes flying out of it. Andrea tells Leyla that they have lost one of their main clients.
Kerry tries apologising to Tracy. Tracy wants to go and find Amy to find out more information. Kerry reassures her that Amy had nothing to do with it and to leave her out of it. Pete finds Moira's phone and discovers a text from Nate arranging a rendezvous. Rhona tells Kim that one of her horses has colic. Graham's relieved when he's reassured Rhona didn't hear anything and apologises for being so off-hand.
Amy cries out Kerry's name, but she's unresponsive. Tracy phones the ambulance and tells them she fell over. Vanessa leaves Rhona in the lurch when she believes looking after the horse is a one-woman job. Rhona pleads with her not to leave her alone with Graham, but Vanessa finds it amusing. The Yorkshire Sweethearts interview is squandering. The contestants bicker over their past marital choices, and Andrea gives them some stern words. Moira tells Nate that she no longer wants to jeopardise her marriage and they need to keep their difference.
Dan and Amelia turn up at the hospital wanting answers on Kerry's condition. The doctor informs them that she's stable. Kim wants Al to organise high publicity for the press day for the adventure park. Jai's not happy that he wasn't consulted about it, but Kim talks him round. Moira doesn't think she can rely on Pete to remain quiet. Nate plans to have a word. Andrea and Leyla are still game for war for the wedding competition.
The doctor informs Amy that Kerry has suffered from a rare syndrome known as cardiac tamponade, which caused her to go into arrest. It's Pete's thirty-third birthday. Cain interrogates him on him and Moira's tiff the previous day. Cain isn't too convinced by his excuses. Tracy visits the hospital to see how Kerry's doing. In a mid confrontation with Amy, a police officer turns up at reception.
Vanessa is released from police custody. Kerry and Amy continue to worry but are relieved when the doctor tells them that Kerry can be discharged today. Dan's suspicious of the two girls after Vanessa's outburst. Pete gives Moira an ultimatum - either end her affair with Nate and he'll stay or carry on, and he's going. She fails to choose. Charity and Tracy pick Vanessa up from the police station. Graham apologises to Rhona for rushing off the previous day.
Moira turns down a day out with Cain despite him reminding her the previous night, and she agreed. He walks off in a huff. Vanessa is still heated and is preparing all of Kerry's stuff together to get rid off every last speck of her. Charity questions Tracy on her and Pete. She denies that anything's going on, and Vanessa makes it clear that it isn't a good idea for them too. Dan interrogates Kerry on her and Tracy in front of Amelia. Aaron and Robert take Seb out for the day. Nate begs Moira to hear him out, but she reassures him she meant everything she said.
Moira races out of the caravan and Nate rushes after her. He pleads with her to consider, but she tells him that she loves her family, and they need to put a stop on their affair. Vinny interrupts Mandy trying to seduce the solicitor flirtatiously. She suggests he and she should go for a walk around the grounds, but demandingly asks Vinny to notify her if the other Dingle clan return. Kerry puts a stop to Dan pressuring her to reveal what's upsetting her.
Robert wants to spend all the time he can with Seb while a free man. Al persuades Belle to talk to Ellis to see if he will clear the site up at the adventure park before the floor gets laid. A greedy Jimmy scavenges the house for a tasty snack and happens to come across Doug's pot brownies. Victoria takes Kerry and Amy to the hospital for a check-up and bumps into Luke.
Robert and Aaron have gone into hiding at a holiday cottage. Aaron is grouchy because he knows they haven't got long until they get caught unless they get to Dover as quickly as possible. Meanwhile, back at the village. Their families are suffering from their absences, and are the ones who are being hounded on by the police. Ellis has become somewhat sophisticated at the adventure park, and Al is pleased that he's offering more of his efforts to the business.
Everyone's fretting about Liv's whereabouts but keeping discreet because of the police. Moira decides to take Faith's suspicions into her own hands and plans to have a word. Robert records a goodbye message for Diane, and emotions run high between the three on the run. Al and Graham continue to quarrel with one another. Al's not too tender with Ellis when he finds him cut and bruised back at the cottage after Graham reports his absence at the adventure park.
Chas and Paddy are on route to Starsby layby to meet up with Liv. Paddy promises her to make it his absolute goal for her to see Aaron once more. Meanwhile, Aaron and Liv share a tearful goodbye with another. Moira manages to cover her tracks with Faith and is stunned to find out that Pete is the man Faith's suspicious about. Paddy and Chas are alarmed when they pull up in the layby and realise that DS Wise has been following them. Graham visits Rhona and Leo.
Aaron demands to speak to Robert, but the police won't tell him anything. Chas and Paddy are concerned about him distancing himself, with the recent shocking events not properly sinking in. Faith apologises to Moira for getting the wrong impression about her and Pete's relationship. As a way of apologising, she offers to take Isaac to the playgroup. Kim's concerned about Graham's whereabouts when he never came home the night before.
Faith turns to the church to expose her deplore of telling Cain about Moira's affair. Chas and Paddy move back into the newly-refurbished Woolpack. The mysterious caller who Aaron turned to for help to break Robert out of prison turns out to be Billy. He refuses to help and informs Paddy of Aaron's ideas. Paddy lures Aaron back to the house under false pretences and locks them both inside, draining the keys down the sink. Faith eventually builds up the courage to tell Cain about Moira's supposed affair with Pete. He's in complete denial before he begins to smash things up and Faith curls up in the corner.
Faith worries about how far Cain's actions will mount and hides the evidence of Pete's bloodstains in the lounge of Butlers Farm. Meanwhile, Moira and Nate get a surprise when Cain turns up at Fentley Lodge, the place they stayed at before the agriculture show, and lures the pair of them into his car under false impressions. They are brought to a bay after Cain announces he has hired out a fishing boat for the day. Moira can sense the strange atmosphere while Nate panics about the fact he can't swim.
Moira gets trapped in nets under the water. Nate yells out her name, and pleads with Cain to retrieve her, telling him, he can’t swim. Cain grudgingly dives in the water after her. Marlon coaches Chas through her developing birth. Paddy, along with Aaron, arrive at the pub, still isolated from his wife and upcoming child through the lavatory’s door. Charity comes back from Cornwall. Cain gives Moira air but is unable to free the nets from around her feet.
A fire investigator turns up at Butlers Farm wanting to interrogate Cain on the boat explosion at Freeman’s Cut Lake. Cain tells him that the blow was accidental, caused by the paraffin brought on board for the stove. Chas and Paddy aren’t too enthusiastic on Bear’s suggestions for names for the baby. Charity is the sender of bad news when she informs the family of recent events. Moira and Nate have been taken into Hotten General. The consultant informs Moira that she will be discharged later on that day. Nate, however, has got away with superficial injuries but has taken in a lot of water.
Despite Nate provoking him to kill him, Cain struggles to comprehend and drops the pillow when Nate reveals his mother’s identity – Cara Robinson. A tense confrontation occurs outside the court when Wendy doesn’t believe she’s got the justice she deserved for Lee’s death. Both parties are shocked when Victoria reveals what she and Luke have been up to. As Wendy rattles on, Aaron goes for her and Liv has to step in to stop him. Luke tries apologising to Victoria, and a hurt Victoria tells him to stay away from her.
Sarah comforts Faith who's waiting for the church to open. Faith wonders if it's too late to sort things with Cain. A dark Cain refuses to make amends with Moira before telling Chas that if Faith doesn't leave Emmerdale, he will. As Moira buries herself with work, Amy arrives to pick up Kyle and scolds her for the affair with Nate. Faith tells Nate she wants to build bridges, but Nate's bitter.
Mandy receives a text from Terry saying he wants cash only. She's struggling to log back into Lydia's bank account. Lydia interrogates Samson on Vinny's strange behaviour. Samson warns Vinny and tells him that he overheard everything about Terry. Aaron's secluding himself from the world and Liv is worried about him. Meanwhile, Chas is finding it hard to breastfeed Eve with the stress of recent events. Cain is finding comfort with drinking himself into oblivion. Pete is on the receiving end when Cain tells him that he wants him and Moira out of the farm.
Mandy and Vinny have taken a pitch in Demdyke Woods for the night. They plan what to do next, but are frustrated to realise the van's ignition is broken. Lydia tries to wrack her brains around who left her the money. She wants to phone the police, but Sam is keen to follow the rules of the Dingle code and is against the idea. A troubled Chas is lost in thought. She pretends like she's okay, but Paddy's worried. A thoughtful Victoria tells a hopeful Liv that she has an idea to help Aaron get through the hard times.
Kim is threatening over Graham but remaining subtle to anyone who notices her suffering. Mandy and Vinny try everything to get into Lydia's good books. Lydia believes that everything they've told the family is one big made-up story. Samson tries defending their corner, but Lydia can't believe anything that comes out of their mouths. Noah and Sarah try smooth talking Charity into letting them have a Halloween party, but fail. Gabby and Leanna suggest they throw one in the salon and steal alcohol from the pub to supply their booze. Noah promises he'll sort it. Al tries comforting and supporting Kim over her suffering with Graham. She sternly turns down his advances.
Jamie tells Andrea that Rhona is Graham's mystery woman and he wants to tell Kim. Andrea thinks he is getting ahead of himself but is unable to talk him out of it. Arthur is feeling threatened and annoyed when Archie is treated with more compassion and is allowed longer time using the gadgets. Doug arranges a meet-up with Rodney when he tells him he has found some weed in the pirate ship. Preparations are in full swing for the Halloween party and Kim is on the receiving end of a cold reception from Graham when she bumps into him outside the café.
Kim can't bear to believe Graham's accusations against Jamie and calls him a liar. However, when Jamie is lost for words when Graham prompts him to confess, it becomes apparent to Kim that he was indeed responsible for sending her to prison. Racked with betrayal, she storms out of the bar. Luke tries apologising to Victoria and make her believe he was truly oblivious to who she was. A furious Aaron sends him on his way and warns him to keep himself and his family away from the village. Marlon takes Rhona aside and insultingly asks her if her relationship with Graham is an act from her menopause. She assures him that she's prepared to take the relationship steadily and slowly.
Aaron and Robert are full of delightful joy as the day of their visit has dawned. However, Robert is shattered when he is informed that he will be moving prisons to the Isle of Wight tonight. Doug feels guilty about Laurel and Jai's conflict and offers to intervene. Laurel politely tells him to back off. Arthur believes their disagreement is down to him and Archie. Laurel assures him it isn't. Amy and the boys return from their camping trip and Amy has some wise words for Victoria regarding Luke.
Aaron is left shocked when he finds himself unable to book a prison visit with Robert. Laurel apologises to Jai. Mandy puts pressure on Charity.
Kim talks Graham through a company reshuffle, tacitly showing him that he's no longer trusted. Kim's smiling, but Graham maintains composure. Desperate, Moira arrives at Butlers Farm and tells Cain she wants to move back in and fight for everything they have. She breaks down as she continues to explain the motivation behind the affair, but Cain's unmoved. Cain tries to look away from Moira, but she takes his head in her hands, knowing he still loves her. They kiss and Cain doesn't pull away. But Cain comes to and tells her he wants her out of Butlers, but Moira's defiant.
Matty confronts Cain. Liv tries to comfort Aaron, saying that he'll be visiting Robert before he knows it. Aaron looks concerned when he opens a letter, but what does it say? Aaron is devastated. Mandy and Vinny resolve to make amends.
Vinny, Lydia and Sam catch Mandy before she breaks in, but Mandy continues to try and concoct a plan. Mandy, Vinny, Lydia and Sam enter the office posing as Health & Safety inspectors and they manage to gain entry to the office. Lydia is shocked by a discovery. Kyle hears the truth.
Lydia has a decision to make. Dan is hurt by Kerry's actions. Jai and Laurel share a moment. Amy is furious with her wayward mother and advises Dan against going after Kerry.
Charity asks Jai to sell Tenant Cottage to her, but not to tell Vanessa. Vanessa is suspicious of Charity, who soon finds herself with some explaining to do, but eventually she and Vanessa are hopeful for their future. Kerry is broken.
Aaron and Cain receive a visitor. Vanessa tries to get the truth. When one lie becomes too much, Vanessa publicly dumps Charity. Rhona and Graham seem smitten in the café. Vanessa watches on, wishing things were the same with her and Charity. Amy encourages Kerry to open up.
Aaron and Cain race against time. Aaron and Cain's plan is underway but Aaron's concerned as he realises he's being followed. Arthur's feelings bubble over. Liam delivers a surprise to Bernice.
Charity remains on the warpath despite Cain and Aaron apologising, but she thinks an apology can't make things right, and blazes at Chas for defending Aaron. Soon there is a huge rift that has formed between Charity and Chas. Jimmy is shocked at what he's being accused of by Jai. Laurel worries how her friendship with Nicola will survive given the accusations against Jimmy. Mandy tries to help Lydia reach out to her sister.
Laurel wonders if Jai is overreacting with his accusation towards Jimmy. Laurel attempts to broker peace. Gabby and Leanna offer a helping hand. Chas is confronted with a new regime.
Charity puts her foot down. Sarah gives Charity attitude and plans a party. Agatha admits she has a lot of explaining to do and Lydia can't help but feel nervous as she braces herself to face her past. Agatha reveals she never stopped thinking of Lydia, but most troublingly, Agatha reveals Lydia's father died of Huntington's disease, leaving Lydia with a likely chance of having the same thing. Leyla struggles to take it in when David reveals Maya is being released and worries over whether she might try to contact Jacob.
Shellshocked Lydia shares the news that her father died of Huntington's disease with Sam, Samson, Mandy and Vinny. At a party, Noah is horrified when Sarah swallows a pill that Danny and Jayden have given to her. Dawn misreads a situation. David is forced into a search.
Jacob agrees to speak with Leanna. As they talk, she leans in for a passionate kiss and nervously unbuttons her shirt. Lydia is tense as she continues to wrestle with whether or not she should take the Huntington's test. Nervous Dawn enlists Billy's help. Chas reveals her worries.
When Leanna throws up in front of Liam as a result of taking the morning after pill, Bernice reveals the truth. Chas is far from happy when Paddy reveals he has invited a 'new-mums' group over to The Woolpack with the intention of helping Chas with the trouble she's having breastfeeding Eve. Dawn feels dejected.
Liam barges into the shop, accusing Jacob of forcing Leanna to sleep with him. Before long, Liam punches Jacob and is later arrested by PC Swirling. Billy remains unconvinced. Marlon is unsettled by an exchange.
Rhona is concerned to hear Graham tried speaking with Marlon about him seeing Leo. Liam is dismissive. Al asserts his authority. Aaron relents on his stance.
Dawn discovers Al's secret. Jacob is determined to make things right. Charity gives Tracy some advice.
Graham receives a text from Kim, asking for employees to meet her at the pub for an announcement. Graham's jaw drops when arrives at The Woolpack and realises why Kim has thrown this party. Rhona is also scathing as she struggles to get her head around the revelation that Kim has made. As Kim enjoys her plan's success, Graham tries to make things up to Rhona, but he's halted when Marlon punches him. But could Kim's delight be short-lived? Dee Dee tells Bernice that she has decided to start school locally in Emmerdale, as a wedding gift to Bernice. Bernice is overwhelmed and inspired to make a grand gesture to Liam instead of getting him a stereotypical gift. Jacob is hopeful about the future.
Andrea dreads the truth coming out. Bernice's hen party prep is underway and Gabby and Dee Dee reveal Liam's wedding parents. When Leanna is hurt she hasn't been asked to helo decide on Liam's gift, Bernice suggests she help organise the hen party. Vanessa is so sure Pete is lying to Tracy, but is she right? Billy's furious with Al.
Charity's plan backfires. Kyle asks Moira to come to his birthday party. At Bernice's hen do, her daughters are quickly made to feel embarrassed when a stripper arrives. As the hens celebrate, Bernice doesn't notice several missed calls on her phone. A shocked Dee Dee, who has taken a call, has a shocking revelation that could change everything.
Cain has other plans for Kyle's birthday. Mandy sees an opportunity. Bernice makes a decision.
When the childminder cancels on Laurel, Jimmy offers to look after Archie, happy to put the abuse accusations behind him. Pete is concerned about Moira. Kim is suspicious of Graham's motives. Moira's furious as Nate reveals he's taken over the lease at Wylie's Farm.
Moira messes up a business meeting by being drunk and inappropriate. Pete tries to help but Moira shuts him down. Graham collects his things from Home Farm as he prepares to leave Emmerdale. Pete is stunned when Nate offers him a job and partnership on Wylie's Farm. Diane makes a discovery. Kim tries to remain composed.
Moira is left gutted by a decision. Kim snaps into protective mode. Diane is floored to learn Wendy is moving into the village and wants to protect Victoria from finding out. But before long, Victoria is devastated by this news. Luke implores he didn't know. When someone smashes the windows of Dale View, Wendy is left on edge as she shouts into the darkness at the unknown culprit. Who has smashed her windows, and will it work to oust her? As Jamie fusses over Andrea in hospital, Kim feels like an intruder on their love. Could Kim change her mind on revealing the unopened DNA results?
A conflicted Chas attempts to keep the peace. Noah's suspicions are raised. At the cricket pavilion, Danny tries to offer Sarah some pills. Will Noah intervene? Kim tells Graham that she'll grant him the divorce but she wants something in return - for him to leave the village. When Cain reiterates he's still not going to let Moira see the kids, she is determined to prove to prove she's a fit mother.
Charity is concerned by Vanessa's behaviour. They get distracted while decorating the house for Christmas but they're soon interrupted by Noah and Sarah. Rhona worries over Graham's decision. Victoria is alarmed when she starts to feel contractions, worrying the baby is coming too early and is aghast when Wendy is the one to help.
Bob offers his support. Rhona rejects a plea for help. Wendy oversteps the mark. Harriet blurts out the truth to Kim when it comes to the Christmas light funding.
Graham's plan is thwarted. Wendy is grateful. Arthur is upset to hear Jai and Archie will be spending Christmas with him and Laurel, who are optimistic it will work, unaware Arthur is still bullying Archie.
Graham is suspicious of Kim when she packs Jamie, Andrea and Millie off to Lapland. With Hotten Pantomime cancelled, Bob suggests that they do their own panto in the village. Nicola is sympathetic.
Wendy is further rattled when Aaron arrives at the doctor's surgery where she's working for an "appointment". Archie is pushed to his limit and lashes out at Angelica after she and Arthur make fun of him. When Jimmy yanks Archie away, an angry Jai tells Jimmy it's nowhere near over between them.
Jimmy is worried that he's under suspicion. Luke's frustration builds. Leyla is eager to spend time with Liam. A panicked Jai is frantically searching for Archie. When Arthur hears Archie's missing he's worried that things may have gone too far.
Aaron steps up his campaign. As Wendy talks to Bob, she sees Aaron approaching and flees, dropping her bag in the process. When she puts her foot down in her car, in an attempt to get away from a car which seems to be following her, she is terrified it's Aaron. Could it be? When Luke arrives home, he's horrified to see Aaron staring back at him. As they talk, Aaron works himself up into a fit of rage and approaches Luke with a golf club and murderous intent. In his revenge-fuelled state, could Aaron be going down the same route as Robert? Elsewhere, Jai is intent on making Jimmy pay, and Andrea puts on a front.
Aaron's anger gets out of control. Leyla feels a pang of jealousy. Billy and Al square up to one another after Al accuses Billy of not pulling his weight, but Ellis intervenes having just arrived back from Dubai.
Dawn's upset that she's struggling to afford Lucas's Christmas present. Belle is annoyed that Ellis returned from Dubai and did not let her know he was back in the village. Laurel is caught in the middle. Rhona is shaken by Graham's actions.
Dawn's gutted when she receives a call informing her that she won't be able to see Lucas over Christmas and decides to go for residency again. Graham's worried he's losing Rhona, who's now determined to make her own decision about the job offer. However, Rhona softens after Graham reveals he's enrolled Leo in a football club which holds personal significance. After they both confess that they love one another, they decide to accept the job offer and leave Emmerdale. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship.
Cain's infuriated by his family's actions. Sam offers his support to Nate, for which he's grateful. Later, Chas tells Cain that he should come to Lydia's Dingle gathering because it's the "season of goodwill", but when Cain arrives to see Nate there, he tells the Dingles to go to hell and storms out. Nate discovers why it seems like Kyle's scared of him and he heads off to confront Cain. Elsewhere, Billy and Dawn reconcile.
Liv's worried that Aaron's injury might be self-inflicted. Things go from bad to worse when Charity invites Nate to dinner as a way of riling Cain. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict.
Victoria shows Liv and Chas the letter she's received from Robert, but they're dismayed to see there's no mention of Aaron. Aaron sinks into despair. He breaks down as he pulls up into the woods, unable to face anyone or anything. Something catches Liv's eye as she crosses the footbridge, retracing Aaron's steps. Moving to the edge of the water to inspect, Liv collapses and begins to have a seizure. She's alone and vulnerable. Will someone find her in time? Elsewhere, Nate readies himself for a fight.
Kim takes the role of the villain in the village panto, leaving everyone shocked. Tracy's apology backfires. Liv is in peril.
Tracy opens up to Vanessa. Aaron looks for a distraction. Sam gets an idea. The preparation for the pantomime is in full swing and Manpreet's trying to control the chaos.
Leyla's hopes are raised. She's sad that the panto is coming to an end. As the panto plays out, she's waiting for the passionate kiss from Liam's character. Will she get it? Rhona feels guilty about leaving. Kim has a proposal for Marlon.
Graham receives the DNA test results and is quick to read them. Kim's blood runs cold. Nate feels isolated. Rhona knows she's going to break Marlon's heart.
It's Christmas morning and Jacob, David, Leyla and Eric congregate to wish one another a Merry Christmas. Their idyllic morning is shattered when Jacob opens the front door to find a baby on the doorstep. They discover a note signed from Maya, but are initially unconvinced it's from her - could it be? Just as Christmas dinner is being served up at Home Farm, Graham bursts in, leaving Andrea and Kim fearful of what he might do or say.
Graham pleads his case to Rhona. David wants to keep things quiet about the baby until he knows more. Nicola reaches out to Laurel. Things are far from festive in a chaotic Boxing Day at Nicola and Jimmy's. Moira is confronted by Cain who accuses her of being drunk, despite the fact she's only had one drink so far today.
Kim tries to get Jamie on side. Rhona worries what people might think. David's anxiety grows. Danny turns up at Sarah's excited to see her, but gets a frosty reception when she says he only cares about himself.
At Farrers Barn, an anxious David, Jacob and Leyla await the arrival of the paternity test results. Marlon tells Paddy of his worries after hearing Rhona's quit the vets, realising there's now nothing stopping her from taking Leo away. Charity makes a plan.
Victoria tells Amy she's ready to ring in the New Year with a night out, but ends up leaving the party before the bells toll when the baby starts kicking. As the New Year fireworks go off, Victoria's waters break. The baby is coming! Most of the locals enjoy the New Year's celebrations. Moira is full of self-hatred.
Tracy is excited. Gabby is concerned. Nicola struggles to hide her relief.
Eavesdropping Gail is shocked. Rhona is relieved. Leyla grills Jacob.
Gail and Oscar discover they have been lied to. Victoria is touched. Kim realises she may never win Lydia round.
Tracy feels empowered, Kim decides on a plan, and Oscar becomes curious.
Tracy makes a decision. Mack is relieved. Charity struggles.
Mack pushes Aaron to be more daring, Suni is hopeful, and Lydia is grateful for Sam.
Aaron hatches a plan. Pollard admits his fears to Rodney. Nate has questions.
Gabby asks Kim for advice. Chas and Liam bond. Nicola struggles.
Mandy is suspicious. Chas breaks down. Ethan tries to help Aaron.
Chas confronts Liam. Bob is grief stricken. Paddy mistakenly blames Mandy.
Brenda is livid with Bob. Charity and Mack are both struggling. Manpreet makes an offer.
Moira tries to help Charity, Bob makes a difficult decision, and a guilty Rhona lies to Marlon.
Rhona is determined to make every moment with Ivy last, Charity opens up to Moira, and Chas is touched.
Chas has a hospital appointment, Nicola is uneasy, and Charity pretends that she is coping.
Jimmy's guilt starts to show, Chas tries to hide her fears, and Aaron's behaviour is getting worse.
Nate's suspicions about Tracy and Caleb mount, Aaron continues to push Cain's buttons, and things are awkward between Liam and Chas.
Cain faces up to Aaron, Nate is determined to catch Tracy and Caleb, and Rhona has some explaining to do.
Gabby attempts to build bridges with Laurel, Chas does her research, and Marlon and Mary are worried about Rhona.
Moira is worried about Cain, Chas has something to tell her family, and Jai avoids Amit.
Mackenzie tries to reach out to Aaron, Charity is struggling, and Cain opens up to Moira.
Nicola and Jimmy get worrying news, Jai quits, and Paddy and Chas talk to Eve.
Nicola and Jimmy are worried for Angelica, Moira tries to help, and Lydia feels rejected.
Wendy is worried that Bob has lost hope as Lydia fears that Sam doesn’t want her anymore.
Nate is given a shock. Angelica prepares to return to school. Rhona is filled with dread
Ruby is suspicious. Marlon makes an offer to Gus. Charles upsets Nicola.
Tom and Belle cut back on wedding plans, and Rhona is living in the hope that she can remain in Ivy's life.
It is the stag and hen do, and while Rhona acts rashly, Nicola dreads the Youth Justice visit.
Rhona's absence causes chaos. Marlon suspects something wrong with Charity. It's the twins' birthday and there is concern for Cathy.
An exhausted Dawn juggles the needs of three children, Tom is upset that Belle doesn't want to take his surname, and Wendy detects a spark.
Rhona is charged with kidnapping, Tom is still upset, and Belle eases the situation when she relents.
Belle is sad about the absence of her parents, Tom storms off, and the penny drops for Ruby.
It’s the day of the wedding, and Ruby creates mayhem and Suzy is stressed as the ceremony descends into chaos.
There is a shock for Tracy as Caleb is eager to rectify things with his family, and he gets some advice from Kyle regarding Cain.
Ruby approaches Kim with an offer. Suni misleads Jai. Tracy urges Nate to let her return home.
There's a tense interaction between Jai and Amit. Rhona and Marlon seek legal advice. Nicola and Jimmy are heartbroken for their daughter.
Nicola and Jimmy receive the date for Angel's sentencing. Charity is plagued by nightmares of Harry. Tom is intent on being in control.
Marlon receives a shocking call. Bob lashes out at Cathy but immediately regrets it. Tormented by her memories, Charity is spinning out of control.
Rhona is painfully aware how she's letting her family down. Jimmy and Nicola realise there's nothing more they can do. Tracy is defeated.
Charity struggles. Jimmy and Nicola worry for their daughter. Marlon is supportive of Rhona.
Charity issues a heartbreaking ultimatum. Tom gives Belle the silent treatment. Suzy and Vanessa have a flirtatious encounter.
April continues to struggle. Rhona reveals she intends to plead not guilty at her trial. Tom makes Belle feel as if she is the one to blame.
Rhona has a decision to make. Chas reveals the cause of her cancer to her family. Belle feels regretful.
Chas's friends and family provide the support she needs. Belle is left confused by Tom's attitude. Moira is worried about the potential of Cain having a faulty gene.
Ruby is suspicious, Chas is bolstered by Aaron's support, and Rhona realises that Gus is deceiving her.
Nate turns to violence. Aaron requests his referral for the gene test. Vanessa and Suzy kiss.
Aaron and Cain take a step closer to reaching a truce. Caleb is incredulous, and Mack is relieved.
Rhona has a decision to make. Chas reveals the cause of her cancer to her family. Belle is regretful.
Tracy is downhearted. Kerry spoils for a fight. Angel and Nicola resolve to make the most of their final few days together.
Charity faces up to her abandonment issues. Kerry offers Chas some tentative support.
Mack is confused when he finds Charity gone, and then spots her car broken down at the side of a country road. Jimmy struggles to lift his spirits.
Mandy is shocked when Paddy reveals that he kissed Chas. Angel says an emotional goodbye to her family. Bob manages to offer her a word of consolation.
Aaron and Cain are tense as they wait for news on Chas. Nicola breaks down. Mary shows Rhona images of Ivy she found on Gus's social media.
Paddy is heartbroken to catch Chas in a vulnerable state. Sparks begin to fly in the surgery as Ella and Liam bond. Belle's chances of completing her proposal drastically diminish.
The Dingles get their test results. Aaron tells Chas a lie. Mandy discusses her relationship troubles with Belle.
Amit forms a cunning plan. Belle finds out Tom has lied. Things are awkward between Mandy and Chas.
Rodney warns Pollard off Amit. Ella is encouraged by Manpreet's words, and it remains to be seen how far Tom will go to get Belle's attention
Tom's abuse escalates even further. Amit puts the pressure on Pollard. Mandy is furious with Marlon's blunder.
Liam is delighted when Ella agrees to go on a date. Paddy is concerned. Vinny is intrigued.
Pollard is determined to keep digging, Nicky is astonished by his mum's behaviour, and a careless word reignites controlling Tom's ire.
Pollard pleads with Jai to believe his suspicions about Amit. Marlon persuades Paddy to lay it all on the line for Mandy. Tom is miffed by Vinny and Belle's closeness.
Tom has a surprise for his wife, Amit coolly spies an opportunity, and will Paddy and Mandy get their fairy tale ending?
Jai has a proposal for Amit. Nicky convinces Ruby to make an apology. Tracy makes a drunken decision.
Liam tries to confront Aaron. Moira is heartbroken for her son. Caleb makes a big decision.
Chas questions Aaron. Paddy, Rhona and Vanessa have some devastating news. Jai does his best to hide his guilt.
Chas tries to break Aaron's barriers. Jacob has some crushing news. Victoria's guilt is overwhelming.
Leyla makes a mistake. Charity convinces Chas to be honest with Liam. Paddy reminds Aaron he'll always be there for him.
Tom loses control. Kerry makes a big promise. Claudette has an apology to make.
Kerry brings out the naked butlers she's hired, Matty gets emotional on his stag do, and Ruby despairs.
Cain puts an end to Ruby's plan, Claudette makes a suggestion, and Billy commits to a new idea. Charles and Manpreet get caught up in a lie, Tom sabotages Belle and Vinny's friendship, and Ruby's gathering descends into chaos.
Marlon struggles to comfort Rhona. Charles proposes. Caleb pleads for help.
It's Rhona's day in court. Kerry makes a big decision. Cain needs to pick a side.
Rhona's fate hangs in the balance, Kerry is gutted and Ruby is incensed.
Rhona hopes for custody of Ivy, Suzy needs Kerry to pay up, and Jacob tries to hide news from Victoria.
Kerry is in a panic about the cash, Rhona hopes but dares not trust, and Victoria worries about Jacob's future.
Kerry has an admission, Tom heads off knowing that he's got eyes still trained on his home, and it's wedding day for Matty and Amy, but will it happen?
Tom lashes out, Victoria makes a big decision, and Charity wants things to be normal.
Vinny is in a bad way, Tom hopes that he won't be found out, and Victoria is at the mercy of a conniving Jai
Belle is shocked to see Vinny, while a battered Billy starts his PT business again, and Cain needs help at the garage, so he ropes in reluctant Sarah.
Rhona and Gus strike a deal to put Ivy first. Vinny is upset. Sarah sees the perks of working in the garage
Rhona takes to the stand in court. Manpreet has a crush. Belle realises what sort of game Tom is playing.
Will meets a face from his past. Manpreet has a plan. Tom plays games.
Kim confronts Will about his lies. Belle still feels insecure, while Manpreet is disheartened.
Manpreet misfires. Things are bad between Marlon and Rhona. Charity pulls Mack up over his attitude.
Manpreet has messed up, Chas is struggling over how her body has changed, and Nicola has a new distraction.
A bruise flips Dawn and Billy's lives upside down. Chas faces her new reality head on. Moira is delighted that Isaac shows interest in the farm.
Billy tells the family the bad news, Moira and Ruby are at loggerheads, and Belle is worried she could be pregnant.
Tom suspects something is up with Belle. Ruby starts a vicious rumour about Moira. Dawn and Billy cling to each other.
Tom has a bad day at work, Belle feels the pressure, and Moira meets Ruby for lunch but has revenge in mind.
Tom and Belle welcome their guests for dinner, and as Marlon and Rhona openly row, the hosts play as a happy couple.
Nicky plans his future, Paddy consoles his friend, Marlon, and Kerry needs to raise money fast.
Ethan makes a big decision, Kerry makes a big discovery and acts fast, and April is aware that things are tricky at home.
Ethan is covering his guilt, Kerry confronts Pollard, and Kim is frustrated.
Nicky continues to fight for his life. Ella and Liam are smitten as they settle down to wine and a picnic. Amy reluctantly agrees to give Pollard one last chance.
Ella feels overwhelmed, Vinny opens up to Paddy about feeling lonely, and Caleb vows revenge.
Tom continues to isolate Belle. Mandy asks Gabby to cheer Vinny up. Nicola stresses about the village fete.
Tom listens in on Belle on the puppy cam, and then has a go at her, while Paddy feels guilty when he sees Vinny humiliated.
Tom continues to manipulate Belle, Laurel gives Gabby food for thought, and Kim is jealous when she finds Lydia and Rose bonding.
Billy struggles to juggle his conflicting priorities. Tom manipulatively throws Belle under the bus. Ella panics when Liam suggests staying at her place.
Will encourages Dawn to go home and make up with Billy. Ella's behaviour leaves Mandy confused. Caleb and Ruby are eager for retribution.
In the 10,000th episode, Mandy advises Liam to ensure Ella has no skeletons in the closet, Ethan collapses on Main Street, and Mack and Charity get intimate in a barn.
Tom pushes Belle over the edge, Ella is rattled by Liam's intrusive questions, and Rhona and Marlon's marriage counselling doesn't go well.
Ella holds a secret, Ruby is left rattled, and Caleb is delighted to see Chas back from Scotland.
Tom is frustrated. Ethan overhears a conversation. Leyla is suspicious of Ella.
Ethan collapses, Charles is terrified, and Dawn is concerned.
Leyla is determined, Belle feels guilty, and Tom's plan is working.
Manpreet confesses, Liam is jolted into action, and Ruby breaks down.
Cain considers a big change, Charity worries for him, and Manpreet feels betrayed.
Billy breaks down, Dawn is anxious and Charles struggles.
Rose makes a faux pas, Marlon vents his concerns to Paddy, and Samson is thrilled.
Marlon is frustrated, Lydia is concerned, and Will is unconvinced by Rose's attempt to make amends.
Matty is involved in an altercation, Paddy and Marlon go camping, and Belle feels trapped.
Amy is anxious, Cain is furious, and Rose pretends to be Kim.
Belle feigns illness to hide her pregnancy from Tom and feels apprehensive about her options, and there is a charged moment between Gabby and Vinny.
Tom interrogates a nervous Belle, and Ruby is riddled with guilt as Manpreet confides in her.
Belle tries to convince herself that everything is going to be okay, Vinny leans in for a kiss with Gabby, and Ruby vows to turn herself in.
Belle finds herself in danger, Ruby fears the worst as Charles reveals a cause of death for Ethan, and Vinny is left riddled with guilt.
Amy and Moira visit Matty in prison, Belle is wracked with nerves as she talks to the midwife, and Claudette encourages Manpreet to fight for her relationship with Charles.
Things spiral out of control with Moira and Cain, Belle feels trapped, and Rose informs Ruby their plan is working.
Kerry's plan backfires, Belle hides the truth from Tom, and Dawn admits her worries to Will.
Belle opens up, Noah accidentally informs Tom that his wife lied to him, and then Belle's abusive spouse is electrocuted.
Laurel is suspicious, Dawn and Evan return to Home Farm, and Matty tries to mask his horror.
Cain offers Matty some advice, Dawn and Rose get closer, and Laurel is horrified.
Belle panics, Charity is frustrated, while Cain and Moira reconcile.
Laurel suddenly collapses. Ruby is alarmed. Sarah is caught out.
Charles is determined to get to the truth, Matty risks opening up, and Mandy is unimpressed with her double date.
Paddy encourages Mandy to apologise, Sarah is furious, and Gabby senses something is wrong.
Amy unwittingly puts Matty in danger, Moira is on a mission regarding Samson's lies, and Laurel realises Jai is in denial.
Amy gets worrying news from the prison, Billy breaks the bubble, and Rose tries to back out.
Kim covers for Billy's absence, Manpreet tries to check how Charles is doing, and Gail seizes on an idea, but will it work?
Josh puts pressure on Samson, Rose saves the day for Clemmie but Kim feels sidelined, and is Lydia is beginning to suspect that Samson may be lying?
There are rifts in the Dingle clan, Rose makes her move, and Jai is blindsided by Laurel.
Matty is terrified for his life, Rose has a secret meeting but is conflicted, Laurel tries to take charge, and Jai is out.
Rose attempts to carry out her plan, some sparks fly but their timing may be off, and Vanessa is jealous of Rhona and Mandy's friendship.
Liam is unnerved that Ella is back in the village, Vanessa has an idea that pleases Suzy, and Rose twists the knife harder.
Billy finally confesses to Dawn, Rose's behaviour alarms Billy, and Charity is concerned.
Cain and Charity head to Wales in search of Belle and Tom, Laurel approaches Jai with a request, while Tracy is fed up with her lot, and Ella is in her firing line.
Charity and Cain worry at the sight before them, there is a flashback to the start of the week, and Belle is hopeful before things take a turn.
Cain and Charity are alarmed by the state of the cottage, Laurel and Jai's split affects others, and Mandy opens up to Rhona about her financial troubles.
There is concern for Belle, Laurel and Jai make a plan for a Rishi's memorial, and Mandy's financial worries mount.
Rose is fully ensconced at Home Farm, Kim Tate does some digging, and Ella is concerned.
Kim has set her sights on Caleb, it is Ella's scan day, and Jai and Laurel's marital problems pervade village life.
Will feels hurt by Kim's coolness before the penny drops for her, and Caleb advises Jai to wise up.
Will has regrets, Kim walks back into Home Farm, and Samson makes preparations.
Police arrive at Home Farm inquiring about Rose, Moira is affronted by the Dingles' priorities, and Caleb is the main suspect.
Will and Kim mistrust each other, Samson finally finds the bravery to stand up to Josh, and Brenda is horrified by Pollard's actions
Lydia arrives with news from Samson's plea hearing, Pollard has a confession to make, and Kim admits that her marriage is crumbling.
Mandy's financial worries are acute, Tracy is nearly overcharged at the salon, and Will's feelings get hurt.
Victoria meets a relative stranger, Jimmy is concerned, and Mandy is determined to resolve her debts when Gail gives her an idea.
A stranded John is ruffling feathers, Mandy sets up her online profile, and Jimmy is left unsettled when an inspector arrives.
Tracy has an argument with Mandy, and Noah asks Amelia if he can still be part of Esther's life.
Nicola and Jimmy are devastated, Bear is rattled by Mandy's betrayal, and she is excited about her hen do.
Mandy is aghast when Bear confronts her about her side hustle, Paddy contemplates whether to go ahead with his marriage or not, and Tom organises a surprise for Belle.
Tom leaves Belle stressed, Gabby and Vinny kiss, and it remains to be seen whether Mandy can save her wedding.
Aaron is happy to see Vinny finally moving on from Liv, and Charity is furious to find Sarah has been drinking.
Laurel suggests the idea of buying Jai's shares in the Hide, Charity promises Sarah a proper Dingle experience, and Vinny is left embarrassed.
Jai is incredulous, Gabby reveals Laurel as the new investor in the Hide, and Vinny's insecurities melt away.
Laurel is horrified, Mandy finds out it's Ella's 30th birthday tomorrow, and Gabby and Vinny grow closer.
Ella attacks Wendy, Dawn says she's going to report missing Rose to the police, Will fears that he and Kim are finished.
Wendy makes a choice about Ella, Dawn tells Will she needs to contact Rose, and he is wracked with guilt.
Will is fearful as he realises that the game is up, Cain is impressed with John, and Chas is intrigued watching Caleb and Jai.
Cain and Moira's relationship is strained, Caleb heads off to cause havoc at Home James Haulage, and Jai ridicules Victoria.
Jimmy is shocked to learn that the yard is being investigated, Will accuses Billy of sabotaging the business, and Aaron avoids seeing John's date.
Mack is in danger, Aaron confronts John, and Arthur gives Jai a piece of his mind.
Jai is unsettled to see that Arthur means business, Vanessa questions Tracy's feelings over Nate, and Charity is concerned.
Will and Jimmy are baffled, Nate is torn, and Belle is devastated.
Tom leaves Belle shaken, Will is shocked, and Nate finally admits his news to Tracy.
Moira is confused and upset, Tracy and Nate call the police, and Will is blackmailed.
In a stylised episode, Belle is haunted by her imagined futures and sees the choices she can make.
Aaron is awkward, Caleb demands an apology, and Vanessa encourages Tracy.
Moira and Ruby find themselves in a life-threatening situation. Tracy is distraught. Will becomes determined to find out who is blackmailing him.
Mack tries to get in touch with Moira. Cain races to the burning barn. An explosion throws bystanders to the ground.
As fire engines arrive at the barn, the bystanders are horrified to watch the building burn, while Matty struggles to process just what is happening.
Kim reveals that her horse has been stolen. Belle is accosted by Amelia. Victoria has reason to be pleased.
Betsy makes a guilty confession to Carla and Lisa, Ryan confronts Daisy over her feelings for Daniel, and Lauren discovers she is under investigation for trying to abort her baby.
Amy tries to get through to Amelia, Jimmy's advice is ignored, and Mandy has a surprise invitation.
Caleb has some devastating news, Jai is bolstered by Charles, while Billy and Dawn are furious.
Kim is kidnapped, Dawn confronts Billy, and Ryan tries to convince Gail.
Jimmy and Lydia bicker, Laurel is concerned, and Arthur's good mood is short-lived.
Victoria makes a discovery, Lydia supports Belle, and John is furious.
Lydia and Belle are united in their support for each other, Charles and Claudette bicker with Laurel, and Jimmy is incandescent with rage.
Amelia gets the wrong end of the stick, Kerry and Amy are suspicious, and things are tense between Jimmy and Will.
Belle is horrified when Tom lets himself in, Charles is enraged, and Liam is impressed by John.
Amy is furious, the Dingles pull together, and Jimmy receives a call.
Moira's erratic behaviour worries Mack and Matty, Liam quizzes John on his relationship with Aaron, and PC Swirling questions Aaron.
Mack is stressed, Laurel is left torn, and Aaron is intrigued.
Moira gets upset, and after secretly loading the stolen smart watches with Mack, Aaron enacts his plan.
Chas tells Liam she's worried over a new rash, Charles and Laurel give in to temptation, and Arthur tries to show his maturity to April by flirting with John.
Arthur lets slip about Laurel and Charles's fling, Moira and Ruby confide in each other, and Liam and Chas share a charged look.
Jai and Charles square up to one another - leaving the latter embarrassed when Manpreet berates him and walks away. Tom sneaks into Butlers Farm to retrieve his tablet from Isaac. Tensions flare between mother and son.
Nicola coaxes a confession from Arthur only for her interference to create a war with best friend Laurel. Billy begins to take furtive phone calls - is he hiding something? Kim feels humiliated.
Dawn reminds Billy he cannot be late for the hospital visit to collect Evan. Mackenzie is shocked to the core when he sees a bloodied and bruised Billy on his doorstep. Laurel and Arthur seem to have turned a corner, while Amelia tries to convince Lydia she's wrong about Tom.
Will Billy admit to wife Dawn about this unlicensed boxing that he is finding hard to leave? John proves to be an ally, while an agreement is made - reluctantly.
Moira has a seizure while cooking. She receives news of an available operation slot the next day, but keeps it from Cain, and also hears tragic news from Debbie. Billy admits to Mack that he's going to have to take another fight but begs Mack to keep it a secret. Amelia is thrilled when Tom asks her to go on a date that evening.
Cain passes on the news to the rest of the Dingles on a sad day for the family and the village at large. Cain and Sam find Belle outside, looking out over the field, and they share their memories. Later, the villagers gather on Main Street to wave Sam and Cain off, as they leave for Scotland on a very personal journey.
Ruby receives an unexpected delivery of her mum's ashes, and is stunned to hear that Caleb paid Helen a secret visit on the hospital ward before her death. Will's gradual rapprochement with Dawn continues as he promises to negotiate her a loan, and Billy is determined to go ahead with his next unlicensed boxing match.
Caleb is under increasing pressure from the bank, which leaves him all the more determined to take down Kim. When Kim asks Gabby to move back in at Home Farm, Will questions her motives and is put in his place, spurring him on to talk to Caleb. An unexpected long-lost relative puts in an appearance.
The funeral celebrations continue at the Woolpack, with the three Dingle siblings sharing a toast.
Caleb worries that his secret will be exposed, Ruby learns of a confidence, and Belle is upset that Zak knew about her problems
Belle confronts Tom and makes matters worse, Will's conscience is pushed to the limit, and Jimmy prepares to sign, but will it go to plan?
DS Foy turns up at the Dingles' house, Belle is secretly fighting her demons, and Mackenzie is worried that Billy is training for another unlicensed fight.
Belle's mental anguish comes to light, John's coaching helps Billy in his preparations, Moira is worried for the future, and Nicola spots that Carl is wary of Tom.
It is the day of Billy's big fight, Nicola comes to a horrifying realisation, and Moira has some explaining to do.
The fight continues, Mack seizes an opportunity, and will Tom escape the accusations?
A face from Charity's past returns, Nicola takes action, and Cain is struggling with Moira's plan.
It is Halloween in the Woolpack, and while Nicola and Jimmy's relationship is under strain, Tom is under pressure.
Nicola has questions, Mack butts heads, and Liam is under pressure.
Laurel makes a discovery, Chas and Liam reach a decision, and Charity is hot under the collar.
Charity comes clean to Mack, Ross and Billy are trapped, and it's tense at the village bonfire.
Billy confesses, Dawn hatches a plan, and Bob makes amends.
Ross is forced to comply, Aaron is in danger, and Mandy is in trouble.
Mandy makes a confession, Chas worries for her son, and Cain makes a demand.
Vinny is overwhelmed, the Dingles demand answers, and Pollard confronts Caleb.
Tina pleads her case, Laurel supports Nicola, and Cain is playing with fire.
Jai is humiliated, Pollard is vulnerable, and can Jimmy and Nicola reconcile?
Jai makes a dangerous decision, Paddy is left compromised, and Tom is threatening.
Ruby is shocked, Pollard reveals his plans, and Caleb makes Jai an offer.
Moira continues to prepare for the worst, Ruby has a surprise visitor, and Jai proposes a scheme.
Moira has her surgery, Cain struggles with his emotions and Caleb is disappointed.
Will is hopeful, Kim is defiant, and Ross is warned.
Kim has an ultimatum, Charity questions Steph, and Tom loses it.
Sam is furious, Tom pleads with Nicola, and Kim is impatient.
Belle is scared, Ella is suspicious, and Manpreet is concerned for her friend.
Belle is scared, Ella is suspicious, and Manpreet is concerned for her friend.
Pollard makes an admission, Leyla is suspicious, and Jimmy's guilt builds.
Anthony returns, Pollard takes a risk, and Chas remains resolute.
Pollard is confused, Angelica attempts to make contact with Tom, and Ruby is shaken.
Pollard faces Brenda's angry wrath, Mack enjoys lording his closeness with Moses over Ross, and Jade paints a grim picture of the trouble Ross will face.
Ruby distances herself from her seemingly happy family, Ross is fearful, and April remains oblivious to the sinister nature of Jade's presence.
Caleb pleads with Ruby, April is kidnapped, and Ross is overwhelmed with dread.
Caleb and Charity form a pact with Marlon, who feels wretched, while Cain's conscience continues to plague him.
Cain is consumed by guilt, Brenda lets slip about Tracy and Caleb's affair, and Ross is shocked to find that Moses is petrified of him.
Moira prepares to receive her pathology results alone, Anthony confronts Caleb, and Jimmy is rattled by Tom's letter.
Moira is furious, Cain wants to confess, and Ruby feels uneasy.
Tom continues to manipulate, Will is eager to go ahead with his plans, and there is a flashback to Ruby's 16th birthday.
Steph tries to bring the family together, Will is riddled with guilt, and it remains to be seen whether Tom's plan will work.
It is code red in the prison, Kim unwittingly scuppers things, and John surprises Aaron.
Tom hopes that his plan has worked, Billy and Dawn are blindsided, and John takes Aaron camping.
Belle goes missing, Tom feels triumphant, Will panics, and love is in the air.
The court day commences, the jury are gathered, and a verdict is delivered.
Amy throws a goodbye party, Marlon despairs, and Bob wants a concert in Heath's memory.
Marlon and April's relationship is on a knife-edge, Bob is at boiling point and Belle makes a discovery.
April continues to push boundaries, Belle considers visiting Tom, and Ruby steels herself for a difficult Christmas Day.
Marlon is in for a shock, there is evidence of a struggle at Home Farm and joy for Belle.
Marlon struggles, there is trouble at Home Farm, and Cain sets aside his worries.
Ross and Marlon find themselves in danger, Ruby is suspicious, and Lydia is worried.
Marlon struggles, Jacob arranges a date with Sarah, and Anthony watches a conversation unfold.
Marlon has a terrible start to his new year, Anthony learns a secret, and five flashforwards tease things to come - but what do they mean?
2015
Lachlan is nervous as Belle persuades him to try one of the pills, and when it kicks in, he struggles with the effects. As she prepares to tell him her secret, he takes an alarming turn for the worse. A downhearted Finn perks up when Harriet reveals she has news about his mother, but will he choose to keep his family in the dark? Aaron tries to hide his pain as Robert insists their affair will end once he's married, while Paddy asks Pearl to pick him a winning horse ahead of the races.
Lisa goes out to feed the pigs and sees caravan is on fire. She panics when she realises Zak could be inside. Charity is shocked to hear that Kerry set fire to the caravan, stating it's a bit extreme. Kasim departs the B&B. Finn questions if Kasim is positive about going back to his ex, but Kasim is making him up.
Cain and Zak wake up having slept top to toe. Cain is convinced the fire wasn't an accident, but Zak orders him to go to work and forget about things. He suggests Kerry look after Kyle, which reminds Cain that she wasn't pleased with him yesterday.
Gabby glues a 50p on the ground outside Woodbine Cottage. Zak chases after Kyle and follows him into the café. Dan inquires about the fire and informs Zak he'll be seeing Joanie at the weekend. Kerry turns up to late to pick up Kyle and Zak tells her Kyle has to be back by one o'clock. Liv, Chas and Robert sing happy birthday to Aaron.
Kerry has spent the night with Dan and Dan assures her he doesn't regret it. Cain refuses to allow Kerry to see Kyle, despite Zak reminding him that she's Kyle's family. Zak asks Cain to give Kerry a second chance like they want.
Kyle isn't feeling himself so Lisa takes him upstairs for a nap. Kerry places pineapple rings round Dan's eyes in an attempt to reduce the bruising. Dan admits to Kerry that Cain probably won't let her have Kyle again so she'll have to wait until Joanie returns. Chas, Ross and Rebecca prepare The Woolpack for Charity's surprise birthday party. At Wishing Well Cottage, Lisa informs Zak and Cain that Kyle has had an accident.
Worried Chrissie informs Lawrence and Ronnie that Lachlan has been beaten up twice, and she fears Cain is behind it. Frank charms Bob and Jai apologises to Frank, insisting he was too quick to judge him. Charity has a hangover so Chas decides to take her to the B&B to try to make up for the birthday party.
Chrissie fears Lachlan has been attacked again. Lawrence begs her not to give into Cain's blackmail and sign the garage away for nothing. Eric hopes Lachlan will have the book thrown at him when his trial starts tomorrow.
Lachlan's cellmate Gerry agrees to cut Lachlan with the razor for £10,000, but as he is about to do it, they are interrupted by a guard. Lawrence apologies to Ronnie, who agrees not to let the lies ruin their relationship. Chrissie is terrified of what Lachlan will stay on the stand and Lawrence tries to reassure his daughter that her son will be home soon.
Ronnie attempts to open the door as he listens to Lawrence's shallow breaths. On the stand, Lachlan takes the blame for the shooting, but insists he didn't mean to hurt Lawrence. He begs everyone to believe that it was an accident. Ronnie managed to get into the office, but Lawrence is fine and runs out.
Rhona asks Pierce if he's avoiding her. She feels bad when Pierce assures her he only slept in the spare room as he was working late. Pierce suggests he cooks tonight, but Rhona reminds him she's going to the hunks evening. Rebecca feels guilty for Lachlan being behind bars. Lawrence suggests she takes Chrissie's mind off things so Rebecca persuades reluctant Chrissie to go out for dinner. Robert isn't happy when he finds Nicola tidying the office, and refuses to implement changes in the business.
Bob wakes up on The Woolpack sofa minus his trousers. Meanwhile, Charity sneaks one of the strippers out the back door and disgusted Chas wrongly concludes Charity and Bob have slept together. Nicola prepares for a business lunch with Jai. Pierce watches with jealousy as Rhona checks her phone. Bob slips into the café in his boxers and Brenda demands to know where he has been.
Pierce is still jealous about Rhona talking to the stripper despite Rhona reassuring Pierce she wants to be with him. At Dale View Emma suggests Finn invite Nathan to dinner, even offering to cook. Kasim calls Finn and asks to go out for a drink with him and Nathan but Emma encourages her son to tell Kasim they can only be friends. Aaron prepares for the trip to Vegas but is annoyed that Robert is too busy with Rebecca's business plan to give him the time of day.
Nicola packs sweets at the factory as the Sharmas watch on. Jai can't believe what they've agreed to. Kasim explains to Finn that his dad hasn't got his head around him being gay, never mind that he's in a relationship. Kerry tells Nicola that in this job you can eat as much chocolate as you want and even take some home, though it's technically stealing. Kerry reveals all the perks of the job.
Aaron heads to the dry cleaners to collect his and Robert's suits whilst Robert works. Doug offers to help Laurel with some bills, but Laurel explains it's not just bills, a care home for Ashley will cost more than she thought. Doug suggests she go back to working full-time at the factory but Laurel isn't sure.
Finn chases after Kasim and stands in front of the car to stop him going anywhere. Aaron questions if Robert is really calling their engagement off and questions if ever loved him. Kasim's dad Paul asks Finn to get out the way and gets out of the car to move him. Finn grabs the car keys and throws them away.
Chas and Paddy return to the pub where Charity informs them of Aaron's arrest. Meanwhile, Aaron sit in a cell. When Chas and Paddy arrive at the police station, Robert leaves. Pete questions why Finn is defending Kasim and asks what he was thinking by visiting Kasim in hospital. Chas blames herself for everything bad that's ever happened in Aaron's life.
Laurel informs Sandy that she needs to go on a training course for selling the underwear so Sandy insists he'll be fine until Will arrives. Gabby isn't feeling well so offers to look after Dotty.
Cain desperately tries to get hold of Debbie again, and Ross asks to know what's going on. Meanwhile, Debbie gets some food for Sarah and Jack and avoids a petrol station when she sees a police car. Doug calls round to Mulberry Cottage with some breakfast. In the café, Cain tells Ross about the trouble Debbie is in.
Sarah tells Cain she missed him. Zak and Lisa take Sarah and Jack to see the pigs whilst Debbie tells Cain and Charity about Sarah's prognosis. She explains there's a new type of radiotherapy, proton bean therapy, but Sarah won't be eligible due to her prognosis. Debbie states that with the money was in the car, and what's left from selling Mulberry Cottage she almost had enough to go private, but now she's back to square one.
Sam and Debbie head for the door, but it's locked. They hear Chrissie approaching and Sam accidentally knocks over a file. Debbie runs up the stairs just before Chrissie, Lawrence and police officers appear in the office. Chrissie asks Sam to make them a coffee before he leaves. Marlon and Carly's dinner party gets underway and Rhona and Pierce turn up a little late.
Pete, Emma, Finn and Leyla are stunned to see Debbie in the Main Street and Emma questions if Ross has been with her. Cain worries about the cost of Sarah's treatment so he heads to the garage to see how much he can sell it for. Diane struggles with the new of Sarah's cancer but decides to set up a fundraising page to help with the money side of things.
At Dale Head, Kerry and Dan put up some decorations in preparation for Joanie's return. Kerry opens a solicitors letter addressed to Joanie and can't believe Zak wants a divorce. Donations to Sarah's fundraising page keep coming in, but Debbie worries about the £20,000. Victoria realises Moira is struggling with the farm alone, so Victoria offers word with Pete but Moira asks her to leave it.
Whilst washing her car, Moira sees Ross at the farm. At Wishing Well Cottage, Zak is struggling with Joanie's death. Zak suggests he and Lisa help Dan and Kerry break the news to Kyle, and Debbie believes Cain should be there too but Cain thinks it's better without him. Moira disturbs Ross' phone call and orders him to get a stolen car out of her barn. Ross reminds her that it's his barn too and insists he's going nowhere. Chrissie sees Rebecca and Robert talking business in the café.
Moira is suspicious when client Patrick phones and asks to go for lunch. She agrees to go although Ross worries Moira is walking into a trap. Rebecca manages to stop Chrissie from going into the safe to get their mother's wedding ring. Megan arranges for Frank to look after Eliza for her whilst she looks for a hen party venue.
Doug has set up a vegetable stall with an honesty box. Gabby and Noah decide to skip school. Moira and Victoria have spent the night at the police station, although the police have nothing on them. It's the day of Lachlan's sentencing and Chrissie is hopeful that with time served, her son will be home today. Doug is annoyed at Tracy's bad pronunciation and puts it down to her not reading enough.
Rebecca rushes down the stairs to an unconscious Chrissie who is lying in a pile of glass that was formerly a table. Robert walks in and manages to find a pulse but stops Rebecca from ringing an ambulance as Chrissie could twist this to make it look like she did it on purpose. Rebecca calls an ambulance anyway.
Debbie can't believe Charity planted cockroaches in another pub. Zak donates the £40 from selling the television to Sarah's fund. Debbie is touched and insists he didn't need to do that, especially with the expenses of Joanie's funeral. Cain explains there is someone coming to look at his car tomorrow. Debbie announces she's moving in with Moira to the surprise of Cain.
A mysterious woman gets off the bus with some bags. Lawrence and Rebecca purchase some flowers before heading to the hospital. As they get in the car, Frank calls Charity to say they are on. Zak informs Cain that social services will visit in a few weeks. Cain wonders about Joanie's family, fearing someone else might think they could do a better job raising Kyle but Zak states there's no one; they are Kyle's family now. Charity makes excuses to get out of working.
Lisa asks Zak when he was going to tell her about the estimate from the funeral directors. They worry how they will cover the costs. Sarah appears at Wishing Well Cottage, and hears the woman in the barn coughing, but Zak puts it down to being the pigs although Sarah's not convinced.
Sarah brings the woman some breakfast and they talk about family, including Cain's recent split from Moira. Sarah asks the woman how she knows her name, so the woman explains she heard Zak calling her. It's the day of Joanie's funeral and Zak is feeling down. He stares at a photo of Joanie singing and give Kyle some chocolate for breakfast. Kerry has been up most of the night attempting to write Joanie's eulogy without getting very far.
Debbie confronts Sarah about the coins in her bag. Sarah makes up a story about Diane giving her money, but Debbie knows she's lying. Lisa books the day off to look after Kyle so Zak can go through Joanie's things. Kerry apologises to Zak and blames yesterday on emotions running high. Doug worries about Laurel having too much on her plate and agrees to drop Ashley off for his last day at the day centre.
Ashley returns to Mulberry Cottage and is distressed to see bags by the door. Confused, he concludes Doug wants him gone so he can have Laurel to himself. He also fails to recognise Sandy and struggles to find his car keys. Laurel shows him the keys and manages to calm him down.
It's the day Ashley goes into the care home and Gabby ask if she can go. Faith asks Diane to talk to Chas on her behalf. Diane jokes that she'll need to wait a couple of years until Chas calms down. Rhona suggest to Pierce that they make another date to have Carly and Marlon round for dinner, but Pierce is still put off after yesterday.
On the anniversary of Tess' death, Paddy visits the stretch of road where she was hit and lays flowers next to the bunch Pierce has placed there. Rhona receives her decree absolute. After talking to Vanessa Rhona decides to stop attempting to get hold of Pierce. Moira and Faith have a cup of tea and Moira reveals her daughter Holly died of an overdose.
Pierce returns to Smithy Cottage and tells Rhona he's sorry. She demands to know where he has been and who the flowers were for. Pierce explains he was is Whitby as it was the anniversary of Tess' death and they used to go there all the time. Rhona feels awful. Emma gifts Finn a valentines card but it does nothing to improve his mood. Lisa and Zak return from their trip and collect Kyle from disappointed Kerry. Rhona tells Pierce she would've understood, but states she doesn't like being lied.
Pierce and Rhona are all loved up after yesterday's proposal. When Pierce heads off to work, Vanessa asks Rhona why Pierce didn't tell her about Tess' anniversary. Finn has been up all night. Emma tells him if the police were coming they would've been round last night. There is a knock at the door and PC Bishop appears to talk to Finn.
Zak tells Lisa that Kyle has been playing up at school. Robert tries to persuade Aaron to take the day off but Aaron doesn't want to leave Adam, especially as he'll need to carry the business whilst he's in prison. At Tall Trees Carly looks over her finances. Marlon suggests they go to the cinema but Carly can't afford it and doesn't want Marlon paying for everything. Aaron apologises for Liv for not being much fun.
Zak explains to Linda the social worker he isn't sure he and Lisa could cope looking after Kyle especially with their health issues. Lisa insists they could, but Zak questions how they could bring Kyle into an unstable home and reminds her that they'll soon be in their seventies.
Nicola reads a copy of Tracy's book and Tracy reminds her it's just fiction. Faith has a run in with Kerry and Dan in the street and Cain questions how Kerry could let social services take Kyle. Belle assures Lisa they will get Kyle back. Lisa is annoyed Zak is sloping off to work like nothing has happened, but he reiterates he thinks Kerry is Kyle's best option. Lisa fears he may be adopted out and they'll never see him again.
The Woolpack is a hive of activity as everyone prepares for Robert and Aaron's ceremony. Adam gets unsuspecting Aaron out of the way but Robert orders him to be back by 2.30pm. Charity and Liv disagree over the decorations and Cain and Charity aren't pleased by Faith's presence. Paddy is informed Aaron and Robert are getting married. He thinks it's insane. Robert explains to Paddy that he's no longer after his blessing, although Aaron will need him there but Paddy refuses to sit back and watch Aaron throw away his life on Robert.
Eileen states that Faith robbed and killed her father before legging it. Chas demands to know who the woman is and asks Faith to talk to the police. PC Swirling goes to wheel Faith out of the pub but she leaps from the wheelchair and runs out, quickly followed by the police. Laurel decides not to visit Ashley today.
Aaron packs for court. He hugs Robert but tells him he doesn't want him to come to court. Faith apologises to Sarah. Sarah wishes Debbie would come to Prague and worries she'll die without Debbie being there. Debbie reassures her daughter that her treatment can't hurt her like that.
Faith takes her suitcases to the door. Moira questions where Faith will go and hands her some money. PC Hayes appears and asks if Debbie is in but Moira lies she's out with her children. Gabby announces she and Jacob are back on which doesn't go down well with Bernice and Liv isn't pleased either. Debbie tells Sarah they are going to a theme park. Whilst Moira tells Debbie about the police visit, Faith spots the boarding passes in Debbie's bag and removes them.
Laurel prepares a picnic to take to see Ashley at the care home. Debbie worries about not being able to get hold of Faith or Sarah. Cain suggests she sort things out at the police station but Debbie refuses to go until she's heard from Sarah. Brenda compares the villagers to who she thinks is their famous look alike. Priya hears Jai and Rakesh talking about a reference for a job in the Philippines.
Adam offers to help Ronnie with the Mill. Doug moans about his honesty box in the café but the villagers can't help but make fun of him. Harriet becomes suspicious when she overhears Gabby and Liv talking. Jai is adamant Priya can't just forgive Rakesh, calling him a loser.
Marlon tells Carly about Laurel kissing him. He insists he didn't encourage it and assures Carly he'd never do anything to jeopardize their relationship but shocked Carly walks out. Laurel tells Sandy that she was confused; the kiss was a stupid mistake. She asks if they can forget about it but Sandy can't. Rishi worries about Priya moving to the Philippines.
David hasn't called the police yet but isn't ruling it out. He's adamant he doesn't want Rakesh near his daughter and is pleased when Priya reveals they aren't going anywhere. Priya realises Rakesh is missing. At Mill Cottage Rakesh is tied to a chair. Jimmy appears with a bag of peas to use as a compress where he punched Rakesh the previous night.
Jimmy hasn't slept with worry fearing he has killed Rakesh and is nervous about what Rakesh will say if he comes round. Nicola tells him to say it was self-defence but Jimmy worries he'll go to prison and his children will grow up fatherless. Chrissie attempts to build bridges with Lawrence but he's not interested. Ronnie offers to accompany Chrissie to lunch instead and they settle on coffee and cake.
Ronnie is lead out of The Woolpack by PC Swirling. Lawrence questions why Chrissie called the police. She insists Lawrence can't trust Ronnie as he stole the digger, just as Adam drives the digger down Main Street. Chrissie is speechless.
At the prison, Jason tells Aaron jog on. Jason's mate Barry recognises Aaron from his previous time behind bars and offers Aaron some drugs, calling him Livesy, although Aaron insists it's Dingle. Priya calls round at the factory and informs Jai, Rishi and Nicola that she has a job interview for a senior role at a rival firm.
Aaron lies in bed with tears in his eyes. Meanwhile, at The Woolpack, Robert has slept on the sofa but hides the duvet when he hears Victoria approaching.
Paddy appears at The Woolpack to take Liv to see Aaron and thanks Robert for giving up his visit so he can go. Meanwhile, at the prison, Aaron is in pain. Finn stares at the tickets he booked for him and Kasim to go to Australia.
Rebecca collects some of Chrissie's belongings from Home Farm and tells Lawrence that Ronnie is lying. Rebecca grabs a pair of pink fluffy hand cuffs out of Chrissie's bag and phones her sister, lying that Lawrence will be out all morning. At Smithy Cottage, Rhona bakes a cake for Leo's school bake sale. Vanessa appears in the kitchen and Rhona flaunts her engagement ring and forces reluctant Vanessa into helping Pierce complete the cake.
Pierce suggests to Rhona that they skive off work. Tracy asks Rhona to keep Pearl distracted as she's taking pictures of David for the cover of her book. Tracy jokes that she might join David behind the camera. Rhona wonders what would happen to the video if they split up. Ronnie has stayed at Wishing Well Cottage.
Pierce is angered after listening to the voicemail and is off with Rhona. He asks Rhona if she trusts him as it looked like she may delete their sex tape earlier. Pierce questions if she's getting cold feet but Rhona can't understand why he's being like this. David assures Jacob that the tests are a formality but that doesn't calm Jacob's fears.
Vanessa reminds Rhona she can tell her anything as Pierce returns from his run. Pierce tells Vanessa that he and Rhona are booking their honeymoon today and asks her to pick up the slack at work. Laurel makes excuses when Arthur asks when they can visit Ashley again. Sandy isn't sure stalling is the best way to deal with the situation but Laurel has no idea how to explain things to the children.
Rhona flicks through a bridal magazine in the café. She had hoped Vanessa would help her pick out her wedding dress so Pierce offers to help instead. Gabby tells Liv about Ashley and Maggie. Gabby receives a text from Josh and Liv advises her to block him but instead Gabby decides to meet up later. Rishi orders Jai to sort himself out.
Robert receives a phone call from Aaron's barrister notifying him of the appeal date. He opens a letter addressed to Aaron from Liv's school. Gabby double checks with Laurel that she'll be out all day. Robert shows Victoria the letter from the school fining them £60 due to Liv's lack of attendance.
Laurel says sorry to Gabby for slapping her. Gabby apologises too, admitting she shouldn't have brought boys over or been drinking but she refuses to talk about having sex. Laurel insists they'll have to tell Bernice. Laurel inquires if yesterday was Gabby's first time. In the café, Liv looks through comments that Josh has posted online about having sex with Gabby.
Robert is stressed and worried about Aaron, especially as the prison won't tell him anything. Marlon is becoming fed up of Carly's possessions strewn all over the living room especially when April comes across a mouldy sandwich amongst things, as well as a sex toy in one of the boxes. Zak tells Lisa that he's booked her and Belle into the salon as he's going to wine and dine her tonight.
Robert tells Aaron about Liv's recent problems, blaming him. Aaron insists Liv will be fine, leading Robert to question if he and Liv mean anything to him. Aaron apologises and explains drugs were found in his cell yesterday but he managed to convince the guards it was nothing to do with him.
Robert hands Liv a textbook and orders to stick to the same timetable as school. Liv asks if Aaron hates her for telling him about the drugs, but Robert states they can get him help now. He assures Liv that as long as nobody else knows about the drugs, it won't affect the appeal. Robert receives a call from Rebecca but ignores it.
After Alicia tells her everything that happened that night, Chrissie immediately confronts Lachlan, who continues to lie. Will she betray her own son and go to the police? Laurel snaps at Doug, threatening that he won't see the kids again if he tells Marlon about her drinking problem, while Bob is pleased to hear Carly plans on sticking around. Pearl panics when Paddy needs to check the bank accountsIt's Marlon's birthday and Carly gifts him a cookbook and a pizza oven. In the pub backroom, Chas stares at a picture of Aaron and Robert. Liv is hopeful about the appeal. Robert appears and Liv questions where he was last night. Harriet feels awful for not visiting Ashley before now and Jimmy assures her it doesn't make her a horrible person.
Carly has slept in the spare room and Marlon insists there was no reason to. He states he could never think something like that about Billy and Carly accepts she said some terrible things. Bob calls round at Tall Trees Cottage to check up on April and Carly. Harriet tells Doug about Ashley asking to go home.
Carly frantically searches Tall Trees Cottage for her passport; she comes across it in the kitchen. Marlon returns from the shop with Bernice who gives Carly her tip from the hen party.
Laurel is worried sick about Ashley's whereabouts. Jimmy and Bob vow they won't stop searching until Ashley is found. At Butlers Farm, Emma shows Moira that leaflets for the psychic evening that have been plastered over the village.
Emma and Faith fight over the microphone and Emma begs Faith not to do this. Pete is forced to drag Emma away after she shouts she's sorry. David asks Faith is his mum's spirit is coming through but Faith fends him off saying she can't chose which spirits want to talk to her, resulting in boos from the audience.
Ashley has still not been found. Laurel insists they need to get inside Ashley's head to figure out where he's gone. Sandy suggests their old house, and Diane the training parish but Laurel explains the police have already checked them.
Marlon attempts to get hold of Carly without any luck. He eventually manages to get through to her just as she walks into Tall Trees Cottage. Marlon is delighted until Carly breaks the news that she's taking the job in Malaga.
Bob calls Carly begging for her to get in contact. Marlon is struggling with Carly's departure and snaps at Bernice. He wonders how he'll break the news to April.
April isn't talking to Carly so Bob suggests Carly tell her about Billy to make her understand things but Marlon isn't sure. Moira shows Harriet and Cain the article about Holly in the Hotten Courier. She hopes it might help someone like Holly.
In the café, Bernice is excited about singing at a family talent show to cheer up Laurel. Arthur asks Doug what he's going to do but he doesn't want to say too much. Diane reveals he's made a penny whistle out of a carrot
ai sees the jacket he lent to Nell on a chair and asks the Group Leader if she's seen her. He notices his wallet is missing. Laurel receives a phone call notifying her that Ashley has collapsed and has been taken to hospital.
Ashley is distressed to wake up in the hospital and tries to remove his oxygen mask. Faith has made Moira breakfast but she's aware Faith is trying to get round her. Faith mentions she has an appointment with a Consultant later and agrees to tell Chas about the cancer to stop Moira's nagging.
With Debbie busy getting things for Sarah, Faith helps round the farm. Laurel sits at Ashley bedside. Tracy is still receiving negative comments about her book and can't understand why as she's edited Pearl's parts of the book out.
Neither Laurel nor Sandy have slept as they struggle to come to terms with the fact that Ashley doesn't have long left. Sandy is saddened that Dotty will never know Ashley, but Laurel insists she'll make sure Dotty knows all about him.
At the vets surgery, Paddy ask Vanessa not to make things worse but she is adamant Rhona has a right to know about the video. Rhona questions what they are talking about so Vanessa blurts out that Pierce didn't delete the sex tape. Gabby has spent the night at Brook Cottage. Laurel calls round and Bernice tells her they'll be round to see Ashley later.
It's the day Aaron is to be released from prison and he's ecstatic. Vanessa calls round at Smithy Cottage to check up on Rhona and apologises again, but Rhona is having none of it. Pierce appears to collect some clothes and Vanessa warns Rhona not to let Pierce talk his way out of this.
Robert apologises profusely to Aaron and begs him to say something. Aaron asks what he was thinking and Robert says he wasn't. Aaron apologises for punching Robert and Robert realises Aaron doesn't know that he slept with Rebecca.
Laurel reads Ashley her extract from the memory book. She tells him he's home now. Ashley's friends prepare to visit him. Jai reminds Rishi he has a meeting with a client but Rishi decides to cancel it and visit Ashley instead.
Ashley's body is removed from Mulberry Cottage and placed into a private ambulance. Arthur places a pirate hat in with Ashley and says goodbye to his dad. Bernice tries to comfort Gabby but she walks off.
Robert arranges to meet Rebecca at Mill Cottage to talk about her pregnancy. Aaron is nervous about his counselling session. Victoria explains to Aaron that she's bought a pregnancy test so she'll take it with Adam tonight.
Aaron and Robert go running together but Robert fails to make it past the park due to cramp. As Aaron runs on ahead, Robert spots Rebecca and asks if she has booked her abortion yet. Faith sits down with Rishi in the café and tempts him into putting a nip of alcohol in his tea. Rebecca calls round at Dale View and apologises to Ross.
It's the day of Ashley's funeral. Laurel sits on the stairs and stares at family photos. Diane, Doug and Bernice call round at Mulberry Cottage. At the church, Harriet begins to say the Lord's Prayer but stops and admits to God that she isn't sure she's up to this. Aaron's probation officer has given him the okay to travel to Mauritius.
At the graveside, Harriet struggles to hold back the tears as Ashley's coffin is committed to the ground. Gabby stops Harriet and throws a white rose onto the coffin and says goodbye. Faith explains to Sarah that she could have an operation to give her fake breasts. Sarah inquires if Faith has scars and explains when she has her operation she'll also have scars but Debbie insists she has to be proud of them. Sarah states not having boobs doesn't matter as she got better.
Laurel stands at Ashley's grave and talks to him. Harriet appears and Laurel explains she dreamt she was with Ashley and felt safe. She spots Ashley's cassock in Harriet's bag and sees the burn mark. Harriet apologises and tells her she's going to try to get it mended. Emma suggests all her boys go to church together as a family.
Cain is still at the police station. PC Swirling brings him a sandwich and some juice, warning him he'll be here for a while. Back in the village, Sarah asks Harriet about joining the choir although Debbie is unsure as Sarah is supposed to be resting her throat. Debbie mentions to Harriet that Sarah wants to see her grandfather but Cain is still at the police station making Harriet feel guilty.
Harriet ushers Cain out of Woodbine Cottage. They are nearly caught by Paddy, who inquires what Cain is doing so early in the morning. Cain cheekily remarks he's been knocking off the vicar; Paddy assumes he's joking. Rhona still feels awkward about people seeing the sex tape and is reluctant to look at one of the cows at Butlers Farm as Adam will be there.
Bob gives Emma a freebie by way of thanking her for sorting his sore back but Emma warns Bob to go easy on the spray as it's as strong as it gets. Victoria assures Adam that him being infertile doesn't change a thing but Adam insists it changes everything. He worries about the other issues he could have if he does have Klinefelter syndrome.
Rhona and Pierce discuss the lack of family at their wedding. Pierce reveals that his mum binned the invites he sent to his family. Nicola encourages Jimmy to see if he can go to Pierce's stag-do as she insists they needs to start mingling with more professional couples. Tracy tells David and Leyla that she's invited her fans to the shop today. Leyla spots some comments that David didn't post and conclude there's actually fans coming today so they try to talk Tracy into cancelling the event.
Pierce is shocked to come face-to-face with his mother Martha and is annoyed Vanessa has stuck her nose into his business again although Vanessa questions why Pierce is lying to Rhona. Martha is hopeful that Pierce will give her a chance and Rhona wonders why Pierce lied to her. Pierce walks out of the pub and Martha chases after him.
It's the middle of the night and Pierce can't sleep on the sofa. Rhona appears in her dressing gown and tells him she hasn't slept as she hates them rowing.
It's Rhona and Pierce's wedding day. Carly calls round at Smithy Cottage with a bottle of fizz to help Rhona get ready. Meanwhile, Pierce phones Gavin to check everything is on track. In the café, Frank helps Megan prepare for a business meeting.
Terrified Rhona lies on the floor whilst Pierce gets redressed. At The Woolpack, everyone, bar Paddy, is having a good time at the wedding reception. Pierce asks Rhona to get up. When she doesn't, he sits down next to her and offers her a glass of water.
At the Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Rhona has a shower and stares at her bruise covered body. In the café, Lydia overhears Lisa and Kerry discussing the cleaners walking out of the factory due to Nicola. Kerry and Lisa joke that one of the workers have recorded a song about Nicola but misplaced the CD somewhere in the factory.
Vanessa sees hungover Victoria in the shop. She considers telling Victoria what went on with Adam last night but doesn't as Victoria states she wants to make things right with her husband because she can't lose him. Megan is extremely busy but introduces herself to Nell whilst waiting for Bob to brew her coffee.
Frank can't believe Megan left Eliza in the car. Megan explains she forgot she was in there and worries who's taken her daughter. Frank calls the police. Victoria confronts Adam and Vanessa about keeping something from her.
Sam wants to take Samson to school in Lachlan's Porsche but Samson would rather take the bus. Sam explains to his son that they don't have much so he can't always give him what he wants, but he tries his best. Samson agrees to let Sam drive him to school.
Exhausted Moira returns to the farmhouse having spent the night patrolling the farm. Debbie is surprised to learn Cain has fixed the church roof despite Harriet shopping him to the police. Emma asks Harriet about bible passages to study. Jai informs Rishi, Priya and Rakesh that Megan is threatening to take him to court after he proposed they set some times for him to look after Eliza. Rakesh suggests that might not be a bad thing as it could back fire on Megan but Jai doesn't want the legal hassle. Pete finds Sarah and Jack playing with Moira's shot gun.
At the farm, Ross demands to know why Charity has been ignoring his calls. When Sarah appears, Ross hands her his lucky cap in preparation for her operation tomorrow. Moira thanks Ross for working on the farm but Debbie realises something is being kept from her and questions what's happened. Sam drops £10 in the café and Nell picks it up and hands him back. Nell introduces herself and requests Sam have a word with Megan on Jai's behalf. Sam explains Megan won't listen to him, disclosing social services are involved and Megan has kicked him and Samson out to move Frank in.
Ross arrives home in a taxi with a wad of cash. At Butlers Farm, Charity tries to get hold of him as she picks up some things for Sarah ahead of her operation. Hungover Faith insists once Cain hears about what Ross has been up to he'll put him straight but that's the last thing Moira wants. Charity inquires what Moira is going to do about Ross so Moira explains she's going to talk to him and if he can't give a good explanation, she'll go the police.
Tracy is worked up as she prepares for the book launch. David assures her everything is in hand. Jacob suggests he should be at the launch too but David packs him off to school. Charity tries to talk to Debbie. As Emma watches on, Debbie tells Charity to take the hint that she doesn't want to be near her
Eric believes he's broken some bones and Dan apologises to him. Eric agrees to keep Dan freezing between themselves but suddenly Eric begins to get a pain in his chest. Dan gives Eric some tablets just as the paramedic arrives. Meanwhile, Jacob bangs on the bin begging to be let out.
Dan is uncomfortable as Kerry and Amelia hail him a hero. The robbery is the talk of the café. Noah encourages Samson to scam some money out of Sam. Emma tries to talk to Pete, who suggests she make peace with Moira. Dan discovers the tyres on the camper van have been slashed although lies to Kerry that he must have ran over glass.
Dan has spent the night in the campervan. He returns to Dale Head and Kerry agrees to things behind them. Dan shows Kerry the graffiti spelling "Grass" across the front of the door. Frustrated David informs Dan and Kerry that someone gave Josh and Jamie an alibi. Laurel tells Sandy that the videos of Ashley have upset Arthur, but Arthur insists he's okay. Whilst Laurel makes breakfast, Sandy asks Arthur about the nightmare, questioning if it was about Ashley, although Arthur avoids the question. Samson makes Sam breakfast to try to make things up for lying and stealing. He feels awful that Sam didn't go on another date with Lydia so he could get new trainers.
Sam leaves Lydia another voicemail, apologising and asking her to call him back. Dan has spent another night in the campervan to keep an eye on the house. He informs Kerry he retracted his statement as Josh threatened him with a knife. Laurel announces to Arthur and Sandy that the church is going to pay for Ashley's stained-glass window.
Diane moans to Bob about Eric not pulling his weight at the B&B. Tracy can't get over how frightened Eric looked yesterday. The man himself appears in the shop and apologises to Tracy for last night. David warns Eric not to take the law into his own hands and proposes his father stays with them for a while but Eric refuses.
Rhona is on edge as she takes Leo to the café. Carly sees a picture of a man on her social network site and immediately rushes out of the café. April asks Rhona where Pierce is. Adam has slept at the scrapyard. Moira apologises to him for believing Emma's act and asks to make things right but Adam orders her not to interfere, adamant that Victoria will take him back.
Vanessa struggles to digest what Rhona has just revealed and takes her back to Tug Ghyll to talk. Ross can't see a problem with Emma meddling in Adam and Victoria's relationship but Finn and Pete think otherwise. Over a cup of tea, Rhona tells Vanessa about her and Leo's trip to Devon in place of the honeymoon and how she tried to keep things normal.
Lydia gets a fright when she finds Nell sleeping on the floor of the factory staff room but she has Nell's back when Rishi and other workers arrive. At Tug Ghyll, Leyla questions Rhona about the breakdown of her marriage. Before she scurries off to work, Leyla informs Vanessa that she's said Pete can stay. Rhona is adamant she should be in her own home so Vanessa begs Rhona to give Pierce's name to the police.
Carly assures Marlon she can handle Leo being around full-time. Besotted, he tells her she's amazing. When Carly takes April and Leo to school, Marlon looks at the engagement ring he's bought. Rhona worries that Marlon doesn't think she's fit to be a mother so Vanessa suggests tells Marlon the truth but Rhona refuses.
It's Amba's birthday and Rishi has his face painted as a jaguar. He offers to do face painting at the party but Priya isn't keen. Nell gives Amba a card but is forced her to hide when Megan appears at the door to drop of Eliza.
Priya catches Jai and Nell kissing at the factory. She inquires how long they have been together and reveals Megan knows Nell was at the party and about the pills. Jai inquires how long Nell has been on the anti-depressants. Sam finds Belle and Lachlan in the café. Sam asks Bob about a job for Zak but Bob isn't hiring so Sam suggests Lachlan's family could help out.
Kerry tries to take Dan's mind off things. It's Sarah's first day back at school and Debbie believes they can now start looking forward again. Rebecca advises Ross that if he wants to make some proper money he should look into high-end car leasing. Chrissie uses the opportunity to make a dig at Ross about stealing cars. Priya confronts Jai about Nell still being at Holdgate Farm so Jai reveals he caught Nell cutting herself.
DC Croker interrogates Dan about Josh's attack. Dan maintains his innocence but DC Croker claims Josh has identified him as his attacker. Eric inquires about the latest on Dan. He doubts Dan's guilt. Jacob questions if Dan will be sent to prison although states Josh had it coming.
Tracy enquires how Dan is and can't believe it when Kerry explains Josh has identified Dan as his attacker. Kerry believes Eric enlisted the help of David or Jacob to attack Josh. Tracy refuses to allow Dan to go down for something she did. Zak, Lisa and Belle bump into Lachlan after collecting Alfie from the vets. Lisa isn't pleased to learn Zak allowed Belle to see Lachlan in return for Lachlan having a word with Chrissie on Zak's behalf. Zak tries, unsuccessfully, to flog the left-over burgers to Moira but she is called away after hearing about a broken gate.
Debbie washes one of Lawrence's fancy cars ahead of leasing it out tonight. Charity struggles to entertain herself as she watches but gets Debbie to agree to going out for lunch. David's attempts to find out how Tracy is aren't successful.
Ross puts pressure on Robert to pay up. Debbie is unimpressed with Charity's efforts to come up with a believable story of why a man was in the boot of Lawrence's car. Robert calls round at Dale View where he tells Ross he can't pay up.
Victoria brings Robert and Aaron a housewarming gift and inquires why the party is cancelled. As Lydia cleans Home Farm, Rebecca sneaks out of the house with a suitcase, leaving behind two envelopes on the dining table.
Adam heads up to the farm and finds Moira lying face down in the barn. Robert asks Victoria to check on Aaron for him. At Home Farm, Rebecca tells Chrissie how she slept with Robert after he had a big fight with Aaron, but the morning after, Robert didn't want to know.
Aaron and Robert have spent the first night in their new home. Lydia calls round at Mulberry Cottage with some of her possessions, including her stuffed parrot Steve.
Victoria tries to talk to Robert about the baby but he refuses, maintaining he doesn't want anything to do with his child. Victoria tries to get Aaron to talk some sense into Robert.
Hungover Carly realises Marlon has a problem with Matt and storms off to the café for breakfast. Lawrence prepares Chrissie and Rebecca's old rocking horse to show Rebecca that he's sorry.
Carly continues to lie to Marlon that she's meeting Tracy. Nell is having second thoughts about her meeting with social services and declares Rosie is better off without her. Chrissie asks Lachlan to help with the business whilst Rebecca is away and suggests he join her at a meeting.
Carly has spent the night on the sofa. April questions why Carly was sleeping downstairs and reveals Marlon was also late home. Nell heads off to meet with social services but doesn't want Jai to accompany her.
Carly begs Marlon to say yes to her proposal. April and Paddy return to Tall Trees Cottage to find Carly down on one knee. Carly assumes Marlon has accepted her proposal.
Marlon wakes up in a strange bedroom and fears he's done something really stupid. As he goes to leave, the door handle breaks. After looking out the window he realises he's in Lydia's bedroom.
Bernice mans the Café whilst Bob and Brenda are in Canada. Marlon avoids Bob's calls and tells Laurel that he's been getting the silent treatment from April.
Nicola plans to go into work despite yesterday's events, but after remembering what happened last night in pub, Jimmy manages to talk her out of it for the time being. At the factory, Kerry tells the other workers that Rakesh started the fire at Mill Cottage for the insurance money. Priya worries that Nicola could still go to the police but Jai doubts it.
Ronnie calls round at Holdgate Farm to talk to Rakesh. He's glad Rakesh is finally telling the truth and refuses to lie anymore. Priya Jai refuses to pay for a solicitor for Rakesh and washes his hands of the situation. Sandy and Arthur aren't impressed that Lydia has served them porridge for breakfast instead of bacon.
Ross and Finn can't believe their eyes. Finn wants to go to the police but Ross stops him, fearing they may be blamed as it's their farm. Priya transfers money from the factory account to her personal account. Jai and Nicola quickly realise what she's up to. Debbie tries to get hold of Faith.
Despite Rakesh keeping everyone else out of his confession, Jai is still nervy. Finn has spent the night researching growing cannabis. Leyla suspects Ross and Finn are up to something and vows to find out what. Arthur worries when Laurel mentions she has a doctor's appointment.
Jai calls Priya to the factory where he informs her he wants Rakesh out of Holdgate Farm right away. He tries to persuade his sister to call an end to her marriage just as Rakesh appears at the factory and announces to them that he's moving out.
Jai is glad Priya has ended her marriage and insists Rakesh doesn't deserve her. Victoria bumps into Robert in the shop and tries to talk to her brother about Rebecca, but he's not bothered.
Lachlan worries about the prostitute Gerry has arranged for him. Rakesh has spent the night in his car. He bumps into Vanessa and spends a few moments with Johnny. Vanessa is surprised to see Rhona arriving back in a taxi.
Rhona has spent the night at Tug Ghyll instead of going back to Smithy Cottage. Before heading out to work, Leyla tells Rhona she was brave for ditching Pierce. Vanessa insists Rhona will need to be even braver now and tell the police that Pierce was the one who raped her. Lydia fills Lisa and Kerry in on Rakesh's escape and Priya's arrest. Kerry relays the information to shocked Nicola.
Petrified Rhona orders Pierce away. He disobeys her wishes and reveals he knows about the drugs suggesting they can fix it together. Pete spills curry sauce over Leyla. Whilst Leyla cleans herself up, it gives Pete an opportunity to begs Priya not to tell Leyla about them. Priya states she hasn't said a word - yet.
Rhona explains to Vanessa that she slept well for the first time in ages as she felt safe. Marlon and Paddy apologies to Rhona with Marlon questioning how he got Pierce so wrong. Rhona is glad they believe her. Meanwhile, Pierce wakes up in a cell.
Finn is nervous ahead of Ross selling the cannabis. Ross bumps into to Robert and Aaron in the café jokes about Robert becoming a father. Robert decides today is the day to get his payback. Lawrence ups security at Home Farm.
Ross is relaxed about selling the cannabis but Finn is worried about the risk they are taking. Ross gives Emma money to find alternative travel arrangements and he and Finn need to use her car. Faith flirts with Eric in the shop. David isn't pleased to see Belle and Lachlan together and Eric reminds her what Lachlan is capable of. Bernice dictates to the café customers what they can have.
Cain is alarmed to hear Harriet was stabbed yesterday and races to the hospital. Ross reveals to Robert and Aaron that thanks to them, Harriet got stabbed by drug dealers last night. Robert suggests Ross should blame himself. Chrissie has barely slept and asks Lawrence if Dean has managed to track down Tim Richards yet as she needs answers.
At Wylies Farm, Cain throws a cup of water over Ross to wake him up. Ross can't understand why Cain is so wound up about Harriet. In the café, Pete asks Priya if she's heard from Rakesh; she hasn't and doesn't expect to.
Cain continues to hold Ross out the window despite Moira's pleas for him to stop. Cain threatens to let Ross drop and only stops when Moira states Laurel has text saying Harriet will be okay. Tipsy Leyla moans about her and Pete's sex life so Priya advises her to spice things up and Tracy suggests Leyla seduces Pete.
Pete tells hungover Leyla that he's booked them couples spa treatments. She's delighted although slightly put out to learn it's at Beauty & Bernice. Pete tells Leyla he loves her. Rodney shows off his magic tricks to the café customers but they don't go to plan.
Charity asks Rhona about Pierce, hoping he could spread the word about the car hire business amongst his wealthy lawyer friends. She comments it's a shame Rhona and Pierce's marriage ended so quickly and questions what happened. Rhona replies by telling Charity to get lost, calling her a nasty, nosy cow. Jacob returns from school and reports that Josh appears to have moved away. David is relieved and Eric wants to celebrate.
Rebecca introduces a friend of Chrissie's - Jools Taylor-Rudd - to Debbie, explaining Jools wants to hire the Bentley for shopping and lunch in town as her daughter Tabitha is about to turn seventeen. Jools offers to up the hourly rate if Ross chauffeurs them about. Debbie wonders if she can trust Ross with the car and the clients.
Laurel talks to Arthur about his behaviour towards Emma yesterday. Arthur insists Emma is scary and tries to tell Laurel about Ashley's videos but they are interrupted by Emma. Laurel wants Arthur to apologise but he refuses, and when Emma mentions choir practice, Arthur runs out the café. David and Eric can't believe Tracy, Frank and Jacob are making excuses for Josh's behaviour.
Arthur isn't acting himself. Emma calls round at Mulberry Cottage and offers to accompany Arthur on the bus to school. Despite Arthur's protests, Laurel agrees. Rhona tells Vanessa that Martha was behind the break ins. Vanessa insists she needs to go to the police but Rhona doesn't think it's a good idea as it will make her sound mad.
Emma sits in the church and prays for God's help, begging not to be taken away from her boys. Charity and Debbie are both in bad moods. Charity asks if she can take Sarah to Megan and Leyla's prom event but Debbie refuses. Lawrence and Ronnie prepare to go to a networking event and are glad when Chrissie offers to step in.
Tracy is disappointed and confused about what she and David overheard last night. She thinks Megan should know, but David advises her not to go rushing in and break Megan's heart. Lawrence calls Dean who confirms Tim Richards lives alone. Ronnie tries to talk to Lawrence but he rushes out.
Arthur puts his sheets in the washing machine just as Diane and Doug call round after returning from their cruise. At Home Farm, Chrissie orders Sam and Lachlan about in preparation for a shoot today. She notices there's £20,000 missing from the business account and questions Lawrence.
Unconscious Lawrence sits in the car surrounded by fumes. Harriet receives a text from DS Holmes about going through her statement. Cain assures her it'll be okay but Harriet isn't comfortable lying to the police. Lachlan finds the gun propped up against the side of the garage.
Lawrence asks Lachlan if he's decided what to do. Lachlan worries what Tim will do next and considers going to the police, but that's the last thing Lawrence wants as everything will come out then. Lachlan agrees to keep quiet when Lawrence says he'll call someone to sort Tim out.
Bob calls round at Mulberry Cottage to check up on Laurel and Arthur. Bob and Laurel still can't work out why Emma told Arthur that Laurel was ill. Emma receives a text from Laurel asking her to come round. In the café, Diane talks to Robert about her cruise but he's preoccupied looking at his investments.
Aaron is still in a bad mood with Robert. Victoria isn't impressed to hear that Robert had the money for Sarah's treatment but didn't cough up. Bernice is awkward around Cain in the café. He asks her about some reviews on the church blog left under the username "Smiley Bernice".
Aaron's winces in pain as Robert jokingly touches his stomach as they are walking to the café for breakfast. Aaron makes excuses not to go and instead heads to work. Rhona is down ahead of Pierce's pre-trial hearing tomorrow.
Robert has bought one-way for him and Aaron to go to Dublin, insisting he just wants things to go back to the way they were and assures Aaron that there will be no looking back. Ross looks though a dating app full of posh girls. Kerry flicks through a magazine and spots an expensive bag she'd like for her upcoming fortieth birthday. When Dan pops into the salon, Bernice and Kerry drop obvious hints about the bag.
Adam chases after Aaron as he walks up the Main Street with the wrench in hand. Adam tries to grab the tool but Aaron pushes him to the ground and throws the wrench in Robert's direction. It narrowly misses Robert but smashes his car windscreen. Robert shouts at Aaron, questioning what's going on. Aaron wrestles Robert to the ground and is only stopped when Adam and Pete intervene.
Rhona wakes up on the sofa cuddled up to Paddy to the sounds of someone knocking at the door. Robert has spent the night at Brook Cottage and is pining after Aaron. Diane states the most important thing is Aaron stops hurting himself but Robert refuses to allow Aaron to leave him. DC Osborne calls round to Smithy Cottage to talk to Rhona about the trial.
Rhona feels guilty for lashing out at Vanessa yesterday and thanks Paddy for supporting her. Before Paddy heads to work, he hugs Rhona, which is witnessed by Marlon. Debbie goes to the garage and finds Ross working topless. She asks him to cover up, but he replies that he is sweating and, besides, thinks that she'd like to see his body.
Debbie and Ross prepare for the party tonight. Paddy is avoiding the surgery as he could bump into Rhona. Vanessa, Jimmy and Marlon have all received summons to testify at Pierce's trial but Paddy wonders why he didn't. Chrissie packs unenthusiastic Rebecca off to the accountant to learn about VAT ahead of them taking over the business when Lawrence retires.
One of Megan and Leyla's clients have cancelled their wedding with a day's notice. Tracy suggests Pete and Leyla take the not so happy couple's place as the wedding is already planned and paid for. Leyla likes the idea but Pete isn't keen.
It's Kerry's fortieth birthday, Dan presents her with some earrings and tells her that her party is at the shop. Bob and Faith gossip about Pete turning down Leyla's proposal. Frank hasn't given up hope of a reunion with Megan. Nell is nervous ahead of a meeting with social services so Jai has shuffled round his meetings to be there to support her.
Priya puts her actions to one side as she wants to know why Nell didn't meet with social services. Nell insists she doesn't need to answer to Priya and states she isn't ready to tell Jai yet. Frank follows Megan outside and insists he meant it, he wants to marry her.
Priya debates what to do as she looks through photos of her and Leyla. Nell reminds Priya if she tell Leyla, she'll lose her as a friend. Hungover Nicola is in a bad mood and ends up sniping at Kerry. Bob asks Frank and Megan about their wedding. Leyla can't stand being around the happy couple and makes her excuses to leave.
After her week away, Vanessa catches up with Leyla. Tracy can't get Lydia accusation that Frank is fiddling the books out of her head. Frank vows to get to the bottom of it but Megan isn't bothered, suggesting it will just be a tiny oversight. Jai finds Nell staring at the picture of Rosie and suggests she isn't in a fit state to work.
Rhona debates if she should put on lipstick for the trial, fearing it may give off the wrong impression. At the same time, Pierce prepares the trial and Martha assures him no one will doubt his word. Martha wants to testify on Pierce's behalf, calling Rhona the worst thing that's ever happened to her son but Pierce hits back that she is as she ruined him. Pierce violently grabs Martha by the arm and questions what chance he had with a mother like her.
Marlon refuses to go along with Vanessa's plan to lie in court. Chrissie gifts Lachlan some concert tickets for his seventeenth birthday and Belle arrives at Home Farm with a present for him ahead of their curry date tonight. Victoria agrees to get some shopping and clean the Mill for injured Robert. Paddy can't believe Martha is covering for Pierce. Martha lies the bruises were a result of Pierce grabbing her to stop her falling after she tripped but Paddy doesn't believe a word.
Paddy, Marlon and Vanessa worry when they can't find Rhona. Lachlan furiously confronts Gerry about spiking his drink with laxatives yesterday and orders him to get his stuff and leave. Paddy finds Rhona happily playing with Leo in the playground.
From the stand Pierce whispers "I'm sorry" in Rhona's direction. After a moment of conscience, Pierce continues with his lies and tells the court that he and Rhona engaged in consensual sex. In The Woolpack, DS Holmes bumps into Cain outside the gents and reminds him that Harriet's attackers have to be brought to justice by the book.
Rhona is worked up as she waits for the jury's verdict. Tim visits Chrissie at Home Farm. Harriet informs Finn that Marco and Wayne have been charged as their alibi fell apart. Finn is relieved that his and Ross' names have been kept out of it. Moira notices an atmosphere between Cain and Harriet and questions what Cain has done, reminding him that Harriet is a good woman.
Rhona returns to work. Paddy thinks it's too soon and orders her to put her feet up but Rhona refuses. Lawrence informs Lachlan that he's decided to tell Chrissie the truth. Lachlan thinks he's insane and insists Lawrence needs to stop Tim no matter what it takes.
Laurel updates Bob on her talk with Finn yesterday. Bob believes Laurel maybe overestimating what Emma is capable of but Faith overhears and advises them not to go rubbing up Emma the wrong way. Lawrence ropes Sam into helping him and Ronnie move to St Ives due to problems with the removal men.
Rebecca sits at sedated Lawrence's bedside. Dr Belgrave informs Rebecca and Lachlan that the CT scan confirmed Lawrence suffered a ruptured aneurysm so they'll need to operate.
Diane and Sandy are worried about Laurel after her outburst yesterday. Diane can't understand why Laurel is so bothered about James. Laurel asks Arthur about how long the memory card was in the water but worries when Arthur mentions Emma probably still has the memory card. Rebecca sits at Lawrence's bedside.
Hugh puts out the fire but it has ruined any chance of him doing business with Home Farm. Chrissie arrives at Home Farm to collect some of Lachlan's belongs as he'll be moving into Jacobs Fold with her. Chrissie concludes Tim was behind the fire. At Dale View, the Police Officer asks Laurel to come with him but she refuses until she explains why she's here.
Lydia searches Mulberry Cottage for evidence Laurel is drinking again. Laurel tells her she's not drinking so there's no point in searching for a secret stash. Rebecca is on edge as Dean tells her someone has messed with the CCTV system at Home Farm.
Robert lounges about Home Farm wearing Lawrence's dressing gown but panics when he hears a car pulling up outside. Arthur asks Laurel why bad things keep happening to them, wondering if God hates them. Laurel tells her son that bad things happen to good people and that's part of life.
Kerry is all dressed up for the zombie run. Robert assures Rebecca that the zombie run will all come together but that's the last thing on Rebecca's mind as she's worried about Lawrence. Robert suggests Rebecca should maybe cancel the event and she considers it, but Lachlan refuses to allow her to call everything off.
Pete and Priya secretly meet to discuss what they're going to do about Sarah. Pete approaches Sarah and offers her £20 to keep quiet about seeing him and Priya together during the zombie run. Adam witness the exchange and is suspicious. Rebecca is concerned for Lawrence's health and questions how much her father has had to drink.
PC Pierce calls round at Pollard's Barn to ask Eric about his call to the firearms department yesterday. Eric is surprised to learn there was an incident but assures the police his shotgun hasn't left the house. PC Pierce spots Jacob's hockey bag and takes a look at it. Frank can't get the shotgun incident out of his head.
Leyla worries about Jacob. Eric fears he'll lose his shotgun license just as he's got it. David and Jacob return from the police station. Leyla insists Jacob needs to tell the police the truth but Jacob refuses to drop Josh in it. After David makes a stupid comment, Jacob decides to move in with Leyla. Robert assures Victoria that their dad's gravestone won't be broken for long.
Leyla, David and Tracy try to discuss what to do about Jacob but it descends into an argument between David and Leyla. Leyla calls Jacob downstairs but soon realises he is missing. Frank is excitedly planning for the charity and tries to persuade Megan to let him join her in her room but Megan isn't keen.
Finn has been at Wylies Farm tidying up ahead of the new tenants moving in. He returns to Dale View and shows Emma the needle he found.
Emma panics when she discovers James' note is no longer in her jacket pocket. Finn holds up the note and questions if this is what she's looking for. Leyla is ecstatic when Megan and Frank present her with the designer wedding dress of her dreams that she previously wore at the photo shoot.
Emma prays that her boys will see that everything she has done is for love. Moira notices the sink waste disposal unit is jammed so phones Adam to deal with it. Harriet arranges to meet Cain for lunch. Nicola barks instantiations to Jimmy about keeping the kids occupied during the school holidays. Emma asks Ross about Finn, worried what he may have done.
It's the day of Pete and Leyla's wedding. Leyla is being pampered at Tug Ghyll. Pete tries to speak to his bride-to-be but Kerry and Bernice shoo him off. Nicola trains Jimmy so Kerry to orders Dan to go into town to buy some fancy sports gear. Harriet confides in Laurel that there's something going on between Cain and Moira, revealing she witnessed them arguing yesterday.
As they are both hanging out toilet windows, Leyla asks Pete if he's seriously jilting her, questioning how he could. Pete reminds Leyla that she was jilting him too. Leyla and Pete left horrified to discover they are both stuck as they scream at each other. Ross can't believe what's he's witnessing.
Priya wakes up in Pete's arms in the honeymoon suite. Cain and Harriet try to sneak out of Wishing Well Cottage unnoticed but are caught by Zak, Sam and Belle. Kerry trains Dan. Rhona and Vanessa discuss Martha's visit. Vanessa believes Rhona should leave Pierce to rot in jail. Pete and Priya panic when there's a knock at the hotel room door.
Rhona has a hangover. Her mood doesn't improve when Vanessa reveals she accidentally told Pearl about Martha's visit. Kerry heads into Hotten to get Dan some new trainers for the race with Jimmy. Leyla asks Priya to go out as she doesn't want to be at Tug Ghyll when Pete collects his belongings.
Rhona wakes up and panics when she sees Pierce lying in bed next to her. She jolts upright and is relieved that Pierce is not actually there. Megan and Charity go through the final plans to frame Frank. Marlon has dropped Leo back at Smithy Cottage.
Tracy asks Frank if he's managed to sort things with the time share. Megan assures him that everything is sorted - they just had the wrong company name. Frank worries there will be additional problems so wants to talk to "Mendora" himself but Megan manages to put him off. Rhona receives multiple texts from Paddy and is unsure what to do.
Frank packs the suitcases in the car. Megan leaves Eliza with Tracy, saying she's off to get some food for the journey. Adam is surprised to learn Victoria is joining him and Aaron at the gym. Marlon approaches Paddy in the café and queries how things went with Rhona.
Frank tries to get hold of Megan. Meanwhile, Megan bangs on the cellar door desperately trying to get out but no one can hear her over the music. At the gym, Adam asks Aaron's advice about what to do about Victoria now but Aaron is distracted by coming face to face with Jason.
The fraud and Frank's arrest is the talk of the café. Marlon is worried about his and April's money. Zak inquires how Aaron and Adam got on at his old gym. Adam isn't keen to return due to Jason but Aaron is determined to go back. Megan is on edge but Charity orders her to calm down as if Frank had wanted to drop her in it, she'd have spent the night in a cell.
Aaron is set on going to the gym despite Adam, Zak and Sam trying to stop him due to Jason. Vanessa, David and Tracy worry about Frank. Vanessa suggests this may be karma for all the people Frank has ripped off.
Faith attempts to sneak out of Connelton View but Rodney catches her as she's leaving. Cain returns from working away and is immediately accosted by Robert who tells him about Aaron and Jason's proposed fight. David apologises to Eric for what he said about Faith but Eric concedes his son may be right.
Whilst on his morning run, Aaron finds Jason bloody and bruised in the Cemetery. Jason reveals Cain was responsible for his beating and insists someone is going to suffer for this. Aaron offers to take Jason back to Mill Cottage to get cleaned up.
Robert is worried to see Aaron running again fearing he may be over doing things. Moira has slept well for the first time in ages and wonders if it's worth going to the doctors later. Robert inquires how Lawrence is this morning.
With the fire alarm screaming, Emma questions if Robert set it off and threatens to call the police. Robert thinks on the spot, concocting a story that he's addicted to diazepam. Debbie is disgusted with Charity. Eric tries to talk to Debbie about hiring the Bentley but Debbie is in a foul mood.
Amelia tells Dan that he should be proud of Kerry for giving haircuts to the homeless. She decides to go through her father's wardrobe to find clothes he can donate. Eric is looking at Caribbean cruises and considers selling some of his assets.
Dan has spent the night in the camper van. Amelia brings him a cup of coffee and lectures her father about his treatment of Daz. Jimmy is confused when Robert gives him a wad of cash to post a letter whilst he's in Brussels. Emma reminds Robert that he's missed his doctor's appointment.
Debbie tells Moira that she hopes to buy Jacobs Fold at auction. Charity isn't pleased to walk in on Moira and Debbie hugging but tells Debbie that she's found a solution to her financial problems. Debbie thinks it's too good to be true. Nell goes through the photos of Brenda and isn't pleased with how they've turned out. When Nell goes inside, Jai takes a look at the photos. Charity arranges to meet with the rich potential client this afternoon in a posh hotel. Frank comments that in all his time in prison, he never met someone so devious and ruthless as Charity. Brenda gives Moira a wad of cash explaining they've sold the last of Holly's pictures.
Amelia has invited Daz inside. He notes the plaster on her finger. Jai attempts to set up some new camera equipment he has bought for Nell. Her response underwhelms him and he begins to worry when Nell snatches her bag. Cain calls round his old mates as he desperately tries to find out who took the Bentley. Debbie tells her parents that the insurance company have agreed to pay up. Daz asks Amelia about taking the knife.
Jai is thinking about his future with Nell and the baby, assuring Nell he's excited. Bob and Brenda are preparing the café for Nell's photo shoot. Cain has noticed his phone is missing. He asks Harriet about it which she take offence to. Rishi can see there's something up with Jai. Debbie sneaks into Dale View when Emma leaves and orders Ross not to do the job. Ross agrees.
As Nell talks to Moira about 'Rosie' and her relationship with Jai, Jai is staring at all the photo frames with "Rosie" in them. Jai grabs a photo frame and takes it to a shop assistant demanding to know who the baby is. Priya follows Leyla back to Pear Tree Cottage insisting Emma's allegations aren't true.
Megan calls round to Holdgate Farm to check on Jai but he isn't there which worries Rishi and Priya. Tracy feels jealous when David comforts distraught Leyla. Pete appears in the shop hoping to make things work with Leyla, stating sleeping with Priya was a mistake. At Holdgate Farm, Priya fills Megan in on her fling with Pete.
Drunk Leyla gives Tracy her birthday present - the glasses Tracy got Leyla and Pete as a wedding gift. Nicola is still in the dark about Jai and Nell so Moira informs her Jai was arrested for assaulting Nell after she had a miscarriage. Jai states Nell is a pathological liar.
Tracy has spent the night on the sofa; David begs his wife for forgiveness. Tracy opens a package containing a dress she bought for Thailand so she walks out and bumps into Vanessa outside. Tracy confides in Vanessa how she feels second best even on her birthday. Jimmy hopes to spend some alone time with Nicola but Nicola has already arranged a girls night. Leyla feels awful to realise the trouble the loan has caused.
Vanessa finds Leyla where David and Tracy's ceremony took place yesterday. She tries to get Leyla to talk to her about David but Leyla avoids the topic.
Ross can't believe Debbie is planning to steal the watches that were in Mr Waterhouse's penthouse suite. He can see all the holes in Debbie's plan so offers his services but Debbie refuses. Debbie receives a call from Graham. Nicola suggests to Jimmy that they should go to Rome to butter him up before asking him to put Laurel's flat pack furniture together.
Whilst Tom gets changed, Debbie looks around the penthouse to find where Ross is hiding. Kerry, Dan and Daz are cleaning up the salon when furious Nicola returns with Daz's knife. Liv is disgusted by the state of the flat but Aaron is more concerned about her fleeing Ireland. Whilst Debbie helps Ross escape the penthouse, she gets an eyeful of half naked Tom.
Debbie stares at Tom's business card. Over breakfast Liv continues to pester Aaron about Robert so Aaron admits that Robert slept with Rebecca who is now pregnant. Kerry's face is a mess after the tanning machine malfunction.
As Aaron walks Liv to the bus stop, he can't help but stare at Robert. Robert has had a brochure for designing nurseries delivered. Eric informs Debbie that the auction for Jacobs Fold is in five weeks time. Debbie offers him £10,000 on top of the sealed bid amount for the house but Eric rejects her improved offer. Debbie prepares for her lunch date with Tom to go over the terms of him investing in the car business.
Aaron has spent the night at Liv's bedside. Dr Mason thinks Liv may have deliberately overdosed but Aaron insists it was an accident. Paddy and Zak appear at the hospital to support Aaron. At Home Farm, Robert replaces the bottle of Armagnac that Liv took but Lawrence tells him to keep it as he's off the drink. Rebecca assures Robert that he isn't to blame for Liv and suggests he calls in at the hospital to check up on her.
Robert asks Aaron if he's talked to the police. He's grateful when Aaron confirms he hasn't. Robert insists he would've never have said about Liv stealing the car but worries what she may say to the social worker later. Rebecca informs Lawrence that she's arranged to meet potential investor Kath in Newcastle but Lawrence doesn't want anyone else having a say in the business.
Rebecca is disappointed to find drunken Lawrence slumped on the floor. Lawrence explains Ronnie's letter said he's found a new man in Brussels. Alex has spent the night on the sofa at Mill Cottage so Liv invites him to stay for breakfast. Arthur is dreading Gabby's homecoming as he fears his sister will hate him for losing the video footage of Ashley.
Robert has managed to get Lawrence into bed. He places a condom wrapper on the bedside table before removing his clothing and climbing into bed next to Lawrence. Lydia calls round at Victoria Cottage and is surprised to be greeted by Jimmy dressed in a 'Tarzan' costume.
Lawrence is in a foul mood and orders Rebecca to cancel her meeting with the potential investor. Sun-kissed Gabby returns from Australia. She soon notices an atmosphere between Bernice and Emma and questions if something has happened although Bernice avoids the question. Lachlan encourages Chrissie to visit Lawrence as he fears Lawrence could be taken advantage of.
Gabby can't understand why Emma destroyed the memory card until Arthur reveals there was a video of Emma upsetting Ashley. Robert places a photo frame with an ultrasound picture of the baby in Home Farm office.
Nicola and Jimmy call round at Mulberry Cottage to apologise to Laurel for yesterday. Paddy invites Marlon for a drink but Marlon has a date later and rubs it in Paddy's face. Laurel questions why Jimmy and Nicola didn't say something instead of making her feel like a nuisance.
Gabby borrows Sandy's walkie-talkies to get back at Emma. Due to things kicking off with Emma again, Laurel has decided to visit her sister Caroline. Kerry tries to get Bernice out of the salon so Chrissie can help her with the spray tans. She eventually manages to get Bernice to leave when she lies Rodney is booked in for a full frontal spray tan.
Gabby notices her necklace is missing so Arthur suggests she may have left it in the church. Emma isn't pleased that Finn passed out on the sofa after watching films she views as blasphemous. She tells her son he shouldn't waste his days. Vanessa and Pearl find Paddy tied to the cages in the surgery.
Gabby hides in the wardrobe as panicked Emma looks around her trashed bedroom. Emma is relived to find the memory card still there. Arthur rings the doorbell and knocks on the door before running off, so whilst Emma answers it, it gives Gabby the opportunity to retrieve the memory card and sneak out of Dale View.
It's the first anniversary of Holly's death. Moira is upset Hannah won't be returning for the memorial. Finn hopes the family meal will become a regular occurrence.
Ross inquires if Finn came home last night - Emma lies he did. When Emma turns around, she sees a vision of James so hurries off, telling Ross and Pete she's going to work. Gabby explains to Bernice and Diane that Emma threatened her but Bernice is more concerned about Gabby breaking into Dale View.
As the blaze burns around her, Moira begs Emma to help. Emma thinks this is God's will and doesn't believe Moira is having a baby despite Moira's protests that her waters have broken. Adam is over the moon to be reunited with Victoria.
Finn lays slumped against a tree covered in blood. At the hospital, Moira is unconscious and hooked up to numerous monitors. Dr Reed explains to Adam that Moira has suffered a postpartum hemorrhage which required a blood transfusion.
Finn is pronounced dead as heartbroken Ross, Pete and Victoria watch on. Ross begs the doctors not to give up but Dr Cywinski states they did everything they could. A nurse realises Moira's baby is missing. Emma sits in the back of a rental car with the newborn.
As Emma stands at the edge of the viaduct, she has visions of James and Finn. Emma apologises to Finn and decides to say a prayer before she jumps.
Harriet can't stop thinking about Emma and questions why she didn't go over to Emma when she saw her in the car. Harriet is a little jealous when Cain decides to visit Moira in the hospital. Ross breaks the news to clueless Moses that Emma and Finn won't be coming back.
Harriet visits Moira and the baby in hospital. Moira believes Cain won't want to have anything to do with the baby if it's his. Harriet isn't so sure. Rishi has been at the factory since 6am hoping to meet Una. Lydia lies Una is sick but agrees to give Rishi Una's phone number, which is witnessed by Kerry.
Zak and Lisa are concerned about Cain. Rishi finds Lydia working at the factory despite her sacking the previous day. Lydia explains she's having trouble paying the rent at Mulberry Cottage as well as the home she previously shared with her husband Steve which she can't let go of. Rishi agrees to reinstate Lydia and hands her £50. Kerry approaches Lydia and asks what all of that was about.
Finn's coffin is brought into Dale View ahead of his funeral. Ross and Pete struggle to hold it together. Belle doesn't think Zak and Lisa should tell Aaron about what went on yesterday until they find out all the facts. Leyla finds Pete having a quiet moment at the playground.
Pete and Ross are angered that the police have interrupted Finn's funeral to search Dale View. At the church, mourners gossip about the situation as they wait for Ross and Pete to return. Zak and Sam tie Gerry up in a barn and attempt to get him to confess. Pete and Ross leave the police to search Dale View and return to the church so the funeral service can begin.
Vanessa wakes up in the pub cellar next to Charity. She worries they'll be caught by Victoria and Marlon who are already at the pub. DS Benton calls round at Dale View to question Ross about his whereabouts the day Emma died.
Vanessa tries to sneak out of the pub but is caught by Charity. Vanessa insists it was a one off although Charity doesn't believe it. Ross is worried about Pete as he hasn't come home. Rebecca informs Chrissie that they are signing the contracts with 'Rug Tree Bonds' on Wednesday. Vanessa fears Charity will tell everyone about their night together so she begs Paddy to talk to Charity. After initially refusing, Paddy agrees.
Paddy and Rhona are discussing Vanessa's sexuality when they witness Vanessa and Daz climbing out of the camper van still in yesterday's clothes.
Daz is hopeful that he might have a new job. Frank calls in at Tenant House to find out how Eliza is. Megan explains the seizure could point to epilepsy, which is very common in children with cerebral palsy.
Rebecca believes there is something off about Kath. Chrissie also suspects Robert is up to something. Daz is on edge when a man enters the café. Robert worries when Rebecca mentions to Lawrence that not signing the deal with Kath is a possibility.
Panicked Robert explains to Lawrence how he picked up the knife and ended up killing Tim. He insists it was an accident and tells Lawrence he did it for him. Lawrence cannot believe what he's hearing. Harriet bumps into Moira. She asks about the baby and inquires if Cain has been helping out.
Moira feels guilty for not mentioning Holly to the health visitor yesterday. Kerry isn't enjoying life without a television whilst Dan is less than sympathetic towards Daz. Lawrence worries about Tim and can't understand why Robert is so calm about the situation.
Victoria wants to talk baby names with snappy Moira but concludes she's driving Moira crazy and decides to back off for a bit. When Moira gets back to the farm, Faith suggests the name Isaac - Ike for short. Moira barks at Faith for forgetting to sterilize the bottles.
Debbie runs into Penny the social worker and escorts her into the farmhouse. Debbie asks what's going on but Moira insists it's just a routine visit. Debbie tells the social worker that Moira is a brilliant mother. Tracy sets Vanessa up with accountant Amanda. Living with Paddy is starting to annoy Marlon.
Victoria gets emotional as she reads the stories of children who are up for adoption. Moira isn't happy about Faith's meddling yesterday. DS Benton appears at the farm asking to see any vehicles as new evidence has come to light. Paddy reluctantly moves his belongings out of Tall Trees Cottage.
The Dingles prepare The Woolpack for Debbie's birthday party. Charity questions what possessed Debbie to lie to her children about Jacobs Fold. Unaware of what's happened, Sarah continues to plan her bedroom and questions when they're moving in. Paddy reminds Chas that she previously said there would be no happy ending for them. Marlon returns home so Chas hides.
Megan rushes to Holdgate Farm where a paramedic assures her Eliza is fine. He advises that if it happens again, she should talk to Eliza's GP about reviewing her medication.
Hungover Cain is surprised to wake up on the sofa at Butlers Farm. Faith suggests Cain stays to give Isaac a feed, hoping to push Cain and Moira into acting more like a family. Moira tells Cain it's time he left now. Chas and Paddy are still keeping their romance secret. Charity tries to fix the till without Chas noticing but Chas catches her and demands an explanation. Charity explains she thought she found herself a meal ticket but instead Hugo robbed the till as well as the takings that hadn't been banked.
Chrissie and Lachlan move their belongings out of Jacobs Fold. Lawrence arrives with Lachlan's new car - a rust bucket Robert found at the scrapyard. Debbie packs for her business trip. Sarah moans about not being able to tag along but is delighted when Debbie reveals they'll be moving into Jacobs Fold. Pete stands at Finn's grave and talks to his little brother.
Lawrence has barely slept. He believes he overreacted yesterday and worries about Lachlan. Lawrence has had enough of lying and concludes he owes his family the truth about him and Robert but Robert tries to talk him out of saying anything. Gabby isn't in the mood for Halloween, claiming there's enough scary things in real life. Kerry wonders what to gift Rebecca for her baby shower whilst Tracy is only attending for the free booze.
Over breakfast, Arthur asks Gabby if she thinks about what they did to Emma. Gabby admits she does. Bernice has arranged for Doug to chaperone Gabby to and from school. Vanessa catches Paddy on the phone to a woman and concludes he's online dating again. Rhona receives the news that Leo's teaching assistant has been made redundant so arranges to meet Paddy at the café later to discuss it.
Bernice bursts into Mulberry Cottage and questions if Gabby is there but Laurel and Arthur haven't seen her. They realise Gabby has run away. Ross wonders why Pete is so keen to pin Emma's murder on Gabby.
After Paddy cleans himself up, he and Rhona squabble. Paddy insists he was just trying to sort things for Leo. At the police station, Bernice tells DS Benton that Gabby has told him everything.
DS Benton and DC Wilson ask Adam for a chat. Gabby refuses to go to school as everyone is aware she was questioned by the police. Lydia assures Laurel the nobody believes Gabby was responsible for Emma's death. DS Benton inspects Adam's car again and asks when he got the tyres. Adam explains they were changed when his car was serviced.
Victoria is annoyed to learn Adam's car was seized via gossip instead of from her husband. She worries Cain and Aaron have made things worse by disposing of Adam's old tyres. Moira has a business meeting with a supermarket, leaving Faith to look after Isaac. Aaron isn't pleased to see Liv with Gerry and warns Gerry to stay away from his little sister.
Sarah manages to persuade Zak to pay her £5 to feed the pigs for a week. Eric asks Sarah to pass on a message to Faith. She agrees - for a fee. Adam insists he needs to get rid of the letter, believing Ross is the murderer and is framing him. When Robert hears Lawrence approaching, he picks up the phone and pretends to be talking to Kath who is worried about her investment
Pete finds Ross packing his bags. Pete reminds his brother that running away will make things worse; Ross knows that but leaves anyway. Adam appears at Dale View and suggests Ross and Pete are cahoots to stitch him up. Aaron orders Gerry to clean the flat and then lend a hand at the scrapyard. Kath calls in at Home Farm to see Robert and they head out for coffee. Rodney shows Nicola the necklace he hopes will win back Faith. Morris appears in the pub to collect the money from Eric.
Grumpy Eric scrapes the posters off of the side of Pollard's Barn. Rodney makes a joke about it but Eric is in no mood to be made fun of. Faith joins in the mickey-taking. Lawrence doubts Robert will take the job in Slough. He asks Robert to join him at a meeting in Hotten later to show him how much he's need and wanted.
At the hotel, Robert tries to figure out how he can avoid sleeping with Lawrence. Lawrence leans in for a kiss but Robert is saved when Victoria phones with the news that Rebecca is in labour. Rodney is forced to admit to the Undercover Officer that the antiques belong to him, not Nicola.
Doug insensitively talks about the baby in front of Aaron. Rebecca is knackered. She yet to name her newborn son as she wants to make the decision with Robert. Bernice can't stop thinking about Mrs Dumphreys. Nicola tries to persuade Bernice to cash in the betting slip.
Rodney informs Faith that the police are taking no further action against him. He suggests they go to the coast to celebrate but can see Faith isn't keen. Rhona has a meeting with the school PTA to ask about fundraising to keep Leo's teaching assistant. Rebecca suggests they name the baby Storm but Robert hates it. Instead she puts forward the name Sebastian which gets the green light.
The Dingles are in disbelief as they try to come up with a solution to save Wishing Well Cottage. Sam suggests Faith asks Eric to have a word with some of his council cronies. Stressed Rhona has had to stop baking for the fundraising bake sale as her oven has packed in. Paddy jokes it's for the best as he's tasted her baking but allows Rhona to use the kitchen at Tall Trees. The Dingles enlist Eric's help to fight the compulsory purchase order. Robert offers to take Sebastian off Rebecca for a few hours. Lachlan believes the doting dad routine is a con but Robert insists all he wants is to be a good dad.
Rhona, Marlon and Vanessa prepare the village hall for the bake sale. Zak requests Eric looks over the letter Belle has written to the council contesting the compulsory purchase order. Eric makes excuses. Paddy has bought some cakes as his offerings ended up burnt.
Moira has had a rough night with Isaac. Harriet has arranged for another vicar to take Isaac's christening. Sam and Zak head off to see the solicitor. Faith tries to persuade Cain to attend the christening but Cain doesn't appreciate her interference. Rhona attends a PTA meeting to smooth things over with Daphne. Eric apologises to Sam for not paying for the solicitor.
As Victoria holds Isaac, Adam tries to get to the bottom of what's going on. Moira states she doesn't want the baby but Adam thinks she's just sleep deprived. Journalist Molly continues to take photographs as Belle grabs the golf club from Zak to prevent him causing any more damage. Lachlan asks Molly to leave but she already has enough material to write her story.
Adam and Victoria try to get Moira to tend to Isaac but Moira is in a world of her own. Faith asks Adam and Victoria not to start thinking of Isaac as their child. They assure her they aren't trying to take him. Faith speeds down to the garage and orders Cain to come with her immediately as there is something up with Moira.
Cain collects Isaac from Butlers Farm. Moira has an appointment with Dr Cavanagh later. Chrissie is upset Lachlan is ignoring her texts. Loved up Debbie returns from her jaunt with Tom. Leyla is concerned for Pete. Charity inquires how Debbie's trip went. Debbie lies it was all work so there was no time for pleasure.
Chrissie is concerned as she hasn't heard from Lachlan and blames Lawrence for bringing Robert back into the business. Cain helps Debbie move into Jacobs Fold. Sarah wonders if Debbie's boyfriend will be moving in too but Debbie denies even having a boyfriend. Chrissie apologises to Lawrence for lashing out. Frank takes a shine to a stray dog who keeps appearing in the shop. Leyla calls round at Dale View to help Pete get back on track.
Sarah's reveals she saw Debbie kissing Tom yesterday. Debbie tries to explain but Sarah walks off. Lachlan turned Home Farm's CCTV off before he went missing which is making it harder to locate him. Worried Chrissie suggests the police talk to Gerry but they already have. Megan and Frank are back together but Megan continues to sneeze in the presence of Frank's stray dog.
Sarah lies to Debbie that she isn't feeling well. When Debbie suggests they go to the doctors, Sarah admits she's fine, she wants to hang out with Debbie and Tom. Nicola is annoyed to see Bernice has spent more money since they agreed not to touch it so she heads off to the shops to spend some too. The police think Lachlan is avoiding his family and Chrissie is starting to believe it.
Gerry is surprised to learn Lachlan has been hiding out in the loft all this time. Lachlan gives Gerry a tour of the area, pointing out all of the ways he's spying on his family. Gerry can't understand Lachlan's motives and suggests Lachlan has lost it. Lachlan watches as distraught Chrissie blames herself for him committing suicide. His plan is working. Sarah is rushed to hospital.
Jimmy no longer believes Bernice and Nicola can keep Mrs Dumphreys winnings as they see her true heir everyday. Nicola still wants to keep, but like Jimmy, Bernice can't live with the guilt. Bernice insists they'll need to come up with something really clever to give Lydia the money. Debbie and Sarah return from the hospital.
Chrissie has been on the phone to the police, they've checked the entire reservoir and found nothing. Although relieved, Chrissie still fears her son could be dead. Belle suggests setting up a social media page to help find Lachlan.
Rebecca assures Chrissie that Lachlan will return home. Chrissie wishes her son could see how much his family miss him, unaware he's watching her. Lachlan tells Gerry that his stint in hiding is nearly over. As Doug puts up the Christmas lights, he and Diane remind Bernice she needs to tell Dee Dee the truth as the longer she leaves it, the worse it'll get.
Liv is annoyed that battered and bruised Robert has spent the night on the sofa. Aaron can't believe it was Lawrence who beat Robert up. Chrissie is delighted to have Lachlan home. He claims he's sorry for the worry he's caused and apologises to Rebecca for losing it with Seb. Lachlan pretends to be surprised there was something going on between Lawrence and Robert and jokes he's the only family member Robert hasn't tried it on with.
Sarah is excited to attend the Christmas lights switch on with Tom later. Robert has been released without charge. He insists all that matters now is finding his son. Diane makes Robert aware how disappointed she is. Lisa reveals to Eric that the appeal date will be confirmed in a few days. She worries the effect all of this is having on Zak.
The countdown to the Christmas lights switch on begins but the lights fail to turn on. Charity returns to the village and tells Debbie there is something she needs to hear. Lisa is considering the offer that's been made for Wishing Well Cottage but Zak continues to maintain they're not going anywhere.
Charity inquires who Tom's mystery woman is. Despite Debbie explaining she was a colleague, Charity still believes Tom is dodgy. Debbie allows Charity to meet Tom later. Sam notices Alfie isn't himself so asks Lisa to keep an eye on him.
Leyla prepares to set Pete straight on their future - or lack thereof. Frank dresses up as Santa ahead of hosting a grotto in the shop. Jai brings along Tip, who's wearing a reindeer costume. Liv is annoyed when Robert calls round at Mill Cottage with a letter Aaron left in the port-a-kabin. She decides to feign an injury in a bid to bring Alex into Aaron's orbit. Lisa has spent the night at the B&B. Now that she's calmed down, Belle encourages Lisa to speak to Zak.
David is distracted after Leyla's deceleration of love yesterday. Robert asks Aaron for a drink later so Liv makes him aware Aaron is going out with Alex today. Rhona rants to Marlon about Leo having to audition for an additional role in the nativity. Rishi is adamant Jai can't keep Tip. Pete apologises to David for punching him before assuring Leyla she'll find someone who makes her happy and gives her a hug.
Paddy informs Chas that Zak and Lisa brought Alfie to the surgery last night. The dog has liver cancer and he's been avoiding telling the Dingles. Chas offers to be there when Paddy breaks the news. Rhona apologises to Jessie for being so pushy yesterday.
Zak and Lisa have spent the night in a tent and have built a barrier using scrap and old pallets to prevent anyone to do with the golf course development from accessing their land. Belle reminds her loved up parents they can't spend the winter sleeping outside.
Eric tries to explain what went on but Faith believes he's just trying to salve his conscience. Morris wants the incriminating laptop back, reminding Eric he has proof that he broke into his house. Eric hands over the laptop and goes running after Faith but Faith speeds off in his car. Rhona admits to Vanessa that she told Paddy she still loves him. Vanessa thinks she's insane.
Harriet tries to talk to Pete about Emma's funeral but he's not interested. Victoria is nervous ahead of her and Adam's meeting with their social worker Rita. Harriet approaches Adam mentioning Emma's funeral and the state Pete is in.
Ross sits at Pete's bedside. He begins to stir and mumbles about Emma and being sorry. Adam and Victoria discuss what Adam overheard Ross saying. Adam concludes Ross killed Emma and planted the confession letter in his car. Victoria orders Adam to let this go as he can't go around accusing Ross without evidence.
Moira is still struggling to sleep. Brenda has picked up that Bob isn't acting himself. Victoria also notices her husband is distracted but assumes it's because of Isaac. Both Pete and Ross want to get the funeral over and done with. At Mulberry Cottage, Arthur notices his advent calendar chocolate has been stolen. Arthur wonders if Laurel took the chocolate as she hates Christmas.
Moira receives a text back from Simon agreeing to meet this afternoon. Adam has spent the night at Mill Cottage leaving Victoria to wonder if he'll be attending their adoption meeting today. Ross approaches Victoria to interrogate her about the letter but all Victoria will say is she's sorted it. When Ross asks to see the letter, Victoria is forced to admit she burned it.
Harriet conducts Emma's funeral service in front of a sparse crowd of mourners. Moira takes Isaac to Holly's grave. She sits down and begins talking to her late daughter. Pete struggles to hold it together during the funeral and walks out of the church.
Ross bundled Emma into the car before speeding out of the village, which unknown to him, was witnessed by returning Laurel. At the police station, Laurel explains she went to confront Emma, unaware of what had gone on whilst she was away.
Cain hugs Moira. She asks him to say something. Cain states it was practically self-defence and is adamant Moira has got to get Emma's words out of her head as they're not true. When Moira breaks down, Cain tells her this is exactly what Emma would've wanted. Moira insists she can't live with the guilt.
2021
Will Paul open up to Mandy? Harriet struggles. Dawn panics.
Liv is diagnosed with epilepsy. Harriet tries to get Charles off her back. Will gets a job.
Liv is in danger. Vinny panics. Jamie warns Will.
Sarah is tempted. Rhona makes Charles an offer. Mack offers Aaron a job.
Marlon opens up to Paddy. Sarah throws caution to the wind. Chas is suspicious.
Sarah makes a bad decision. Chas calls the police. Charity is uneasy.
Tracy's feeling paranoid. Al panics. Harriet is jealous.
With Sarah missing, tensions run high. Danny offers Sarah drugs.
Charles supports Ethan. Marlon suggests a tea date in Hotten.
Will Sarah come clean? Meena throws a family drinks do. Marlon makes a special effort.
Can Rhona and Marlon progress their relationship? It's Lucas's birthday.
Harriet has a secret. Mandy's struck by an idea. Connor threatens Paul.
Harriet makes things very bad for Dawn. Paul gambles again.
A flamboyant public proposal puts paid to Paul's plan. Will is surprised by Kim's empathy.
Paul breaks down and makes a big admission. Tracy is jealous. Kim enlists Mack's help.
Mandy won't budge on her decision. Cain grows suspicious when cars go missing.
Cain unwittingly causes an accident. Dawn berates Harriet causing her upset.
Priya is conflicted by Al's declaration. Victoria and Luke matchmake.
Priya questions Al's true feelings. Moira heads up to Home Farm.
Debbie has a proposal. Dawn has devastating news. Moira tries to get through to Mackenzie.
Priya is relieved. Harriet makes a big decision. Al is broken.
Charles tries to talk Harriet round. Moira urges Charles to think.
Manpreet comes face to face with her past. Debbie worries about Sarah.
Manpreet is distressed. Ellis is conflicted. Moira tries to get through.
Jimmy is stunned. Jai opens up. Priya is pained.
A tortured Laurel fights her demons. Harriet questions things. Jimmy is fearful.
Mack sets a trap. Nicola and Jimmy are shocked. Harriet makes a decision.
Jamie unwittingly meets the impostor client. Paul needs cash fast.
Dawn tries to stop Jamie seeking revenge. David makes a suggestion to Eric.
Jamie fears for Kyle. Matty is conflicted. Gabby flirts with Jamie.
Dawn is upset. Gabby shows her spirit.
Gabby shows potential to Kim. Noah's annoyed by Charity's interference.
Dawn gives Will an ultimatum. Noah asks Samson for help. Matty's uneasy.
Will has a choice to make. Noah goads Charity. Rhona and Marlon enjoy their secret.
Gabby's heart sinks. Charity reaches an all-time low. Ethan gives Luke food for thought.
Charity's left at rock bottom. Rhona's reluctant about going public. Victoria reels.
Chas has a proposition for Marlon. Paul's put on edge. Mandy's troubled by the feeling something's not right.
Conor kidnaps Paul in front of Mandy, and demands a ransom
Vinny and Mandy scramble to get their money together.
Jamie tells Gabby that she was just a drunken mistake. Mandy has a bag full of money but won't disclose where it's from...
Gabby learns she's pregnant.
Jamie confesses to Paddy how he really feels about Dawn.
Nate feels guilty. Laurel is determined to be supportive. Vinny and Liv are all loved up.
Juliette is back and wants to see Carl. Laurel worries about Gabby's future.
Jimmy calls the police when Carl goes missing again! Rishi spots lonely Charity and asks for her advice - will he take it?
Jimmy is angry. Jai betrays Laurel's trust. Nate feels the pressure.
Cain and Moira's plans are halted. Faith returns. Tracy goes into labour.
Moira wants answers. A new baby for Tracy and Nate. Gabby has a plan.
It's a Dingle court decider. Gabby has some news and Laurel worries. Vinny wants to help.
Moira begs Faith, Will tells Dawn about Gabby, and Paul gets what he wants.
Laurel's worried for Gabby. Al is angry. Mandy makes a proposal.
Paul and Mandy are excited. Lydia's uneasy. Al is smug.
Al fires Priya. Charity forms a plan. Lydia tries to bury her feelings.
Charity is in trouble. Cain gets emotional. Ellis and Priya get close.
Gabby is dejected. Priya battles her conflicting emotions. Chas is unimpressed.
Gabby's horrified as realisation sinks in. Ellis questions Priya's motives. Nicola resolves to take back control.
Jimmy struggles to keep it together. Someone's got it in for Jimmy and Nicola. Meena leaves Manpreet angry.
Dawn is shocked by Kim's revelation. Jimmy and Nicola continue to be watched. Manpreet feels guilty.
Kim has it in for Dawn. Harriet's full of dread. Manpreet is caught off guard.
Will Charles admit his feelings? Gabby's overcome by anger. Dawn is determined to have it out with Kim.
Charles worries about Harriet. Will is panicked. Jamie agrees to Kim's decision.
Will covers for Harriet's absence. Faith is suspicious of Mack. Kim gloats about her meddling.
Faith sneaks into the farm to find evidence. Cain reveals the truth to Moira. Will lies Harriet is away on a retreat.
Mack makes an admission to Moira. Vinny is suspicious as the stag do starts. Will worries for Harriet.
Vinny confronts Paul, who reacts badly. Rhona realises everyone was in on her secret. Charity puts on a brave face.
Paul stares at unconscious Vinny. Charity is summoned to the backroom. Will has a plan, but will it work?
David offers Nate some advice. Marlon and Rhona are proud. The Woolpack has a new name above its door.
Paul is panicked. Liv's suspicious. Will tries to distract Kim.
Vinny tries to stick to Paul's story. Liv is shocked and determined, Jimmy and Nicola are being watched.
Mack leaves Aaron in trouble. Priya awkwardly avoids Ellis. Nicola tries to reassure Jimmy.
Aaron makes his excuses. Meanwhile, Andrea makes a demand. Elsewhere, Dawn is heartbroken. Faith is playing the domestic goddess as she cooks and cleans for Tracy.
Andrea wants Dale View in the divorce settlement to provide security for her and Millie, but Kim accuses her of being a gold digger and is primed for a fight. Meanwhile, Aaron and Sam work together. Elsewhere, Jimmy is caught out. Also today, Paul gives Vinny speech advice.
In a flashforward, a 999 call is heard from Jimmy and we see three different hospital beds. Back in the present day, Aaron calls Paul and asks to meet him at the Dingles' for a pre-wedding surprise, which turns out to be a kidnapped Connor. Later, a run-in with Connor on the outskirts of the village leads Liv to figure out the truth about Paul. Liv is pale as the pieces begin to fall into place for her.
Worried about Vinny, Liv confides in Aaron and they make it their mission to get Vinny to tell Mandy the truth about Paul. Will they succeed? Meanwhile, Jimmy gets a phone call and finds out that Juliette has sabotaged another business opportunity, leaving him and Nicola seriously short of funds for their legal battle. A desperate Nicola decides to take matters into her own hands and accepts a job with Mack.
Mandy's nerves are getting to her as she prepares for the wedding. Mandy is unaware Vinny is taking another brutal beating from his father. Later, Aaron tries to get Vinny to open up. Meanwhile, the occupants of the hospital beds are revealed.
At the wheel of his truck, Jimmy struggles to breathe. As he rounds a corner, he's blinded by the glare of the sun and loses control, bracing himself for impact. Meanwhile, Liv confronts Paul in the wedding barn, but is she in grave danger? How will Paul react when he's confronted?
The village grieves with the loss of life. Meanwhile, Mack is guilt-ridden. Elsewhere, Rodney makes a confession.
Bob confides in Dan about how he and Wendy have yet to consummate their relationship. Dan encourages him to try to make a move. Later, rather unsubtly, Bob plies Wendy with oysters, opera and dark chocolate by candle-light, but it has the reverse reaction. Wendy makes her excuses and heads out, leaving Bob worried that he has overstepped the mark. Meanwhile, after last week's events, a police officer has questions about what happened.
Wendy has made dinner for Dan and Bob. Bob is called to the pub to deal with a delivery, but he's uneasy about leaving them both alone together. Is Bob right to be worried? Meanwhile, Charity wants to make peace with Noah and Sarah. She soon convinces Noah to give her another chance. He tells her that Sarah will need a lot more work. Elsewhere, Andrea asks Charles out for a drink. He turns her down but when Ethan encourages him, he asks her to have that drink.
Dan makes another excuse to drop in on Wendy. Bob returns to to find Wendy and Dan cosily playing cards together. Bob's jealousy peaks and causes him to confront the situation, asking Wendy where they stand. But could this finally sort out things once and for all? Meanwhile, Noah sets up a chance meeting between Charity and Sarah, but it backfires. Elsewhere, Manpreet finds she is suppressing her jealousy to see Charles and Andrea together.
Charles arranges another date. Meanwhile, Wendy makes an admission to Bob. Elsewhere, Faith is taking over and Tracy feels she has lost control in her own home. Could it spell the end of Faith's residency with Tracy and Nate?
Brenda and Faith clash, leaving both feeling hurt. Pollard is caught in the crossfire and comforts Brenda, but his mind soon wanders to Faith.
Faith starts to make the best of all her opportunities presented. Could she turn things around? Meanwhile, Gabby is concerned for Kim.
Seething Kim turns on Gabby and attempts to kick her out. Swigging brandy, a regretful Kim tries to tell Gabby that she doesn't actually need to leave, but stung Gabby heads out without a word. As the door slams, Kim loses her balance and collapses to the floor, terrified as she loses consciousness. Meanwhile, Faith gives Lydia £1,000, claiming to have sold the hearse, but what is she up to?
When Amy queries what's going on, Matty explains about the consultation and why he was nervous about telling her. Matty explains why he wants to go through with the surgery. Amy tells him that he needs to do whatever's right for him and she will support him every step of the way.
Victoria has the idea of searching for Ethan's mum via her medical records. Meanwhile, Gabby tries to cover. Elsewhere, Jamie berates Kim.
Charles talks to Vinny. Bob gets an unexpected apology. Meena plots something.
Meena surprises Ethan. Manpreet berates Meena. Tracy is snappy with Nate.
Manpreet is taken aback when Ethan asks her to go with him to see his mum. However, Ethan is disappointed when his mum doesn't turn up and Manpreet tells him not to give up. There's a thawing in their relationship as Ethan tells her that the one positive from today is getting to know her again.
Ethan is hurt when he receives a text from what appears to be his mum, who says she doesn't want to get to know him. Meena sends Manpreet over to comfort him. Meanwhile, Lydia gets shocking news. Elsewhere, Chas and Marlon struggle.
Charles asks Manpreet if she knows what's bothering Ethan. She doesn't give anything away, but she does think that Ethan should speak to his dad. Meanwhile, Mack is left rattled. Elsewhere, Cathy uses April to get close to Ellis.
Nate's injury is stopping him from helping out as much with Frankie and Tracy feels increasingly under strain. Meanwhile, Ellis confronts Priya about sweets he has received, along with a romantic note. Cathy and April listen in. Will this cause embarrassment for all? Elsewhere, Mandy and Mack meet with Kev and soon Mandy's actions leave them both in grave danger.
Marlon continues to fret about The Woolpack's financial struggles. Meanwhile, Mandy is in danger. Elsewhere, Tracy is put out.
Gabby is left hurt and humiliated when Jamie refuses to attend her pregnancy scan. Meanwhile, Tracy struggles. Elsewhere, Lydia finds Kim dozing off at her laptop and tries to get her to seek medical help. Also today, Rhona is gutted Marlon is working.
Kim is surprised when Andrea wants her to babysit a sickly Millie at short notice. Kim agrees, despite her confused state of mind. When Millie's sickness worsens, Kim realises she's in no fit state to look after her. At the same time, Jamie attends the baby scan. Seeing him get emotional, Gabby is thrilled.
A raging Andrea turns up to give Kim a piece of her mind. She forbids her from seeing Millie again. Later, Kim is delighted when Gabby gives her a baby scan picture. However, Gabby is unsettled when Kim refers to the scan as 'my baby'. Meanwhile, Rhona has an idea to get Marlon out of his financial hole. Elsewhere, Dawn and Jamie meet for a drink – he wants to try again.
Dawn tries to end it with Jamie, knowing it is for the best, but he suggests they should continue to see each other in secret. Meanwhile, Kim gives Gabby a life lesson. Elsewhere, Faith comes up with a plan regarding her hearse.
Jimmy finds out what has been going on behind his back. Fuming, he confronts Charity, who calmly tells him it's Nicola he needs to talk to. Meanwhile, secret spy Noah informs for Jamie about what is happening at Home Farm. Elsewhere, Pollard catches Faith pinching bedding and a mattress.
Just as Jimmy and Nicola's row reaches boiling point, Juliette appears and Jimmy kicks her out of the house. As Jimmy harangues Juliette in the street, Carl watches from his bedroom window. Meanwhile, Tracy reveals she has asked for a second opinion. Elsewhere, Noah is suspicious over Gabby.
Nicola pleads with Jimmy for them to both pull together, but she's left utterly floored when he makes a declaration. Meanwhile, Liam reassures Tracy. Elsewhere, Moira is suspicious.
Mack assures Charity that he has been discreet about their job. He realises he has been caught out when Charity tells him she is aware he invited Aaron along yesterday, as he came to her and threatened to blow the whistle unless he was cut in. Later, doing the latest deal, Mack's buyer is furious when he finds a tracker among the goods in the back of the van and flees the scene.
Meena is angry to see David and Leyla so close. Thinking Leyla is trying to steal David, Meena rudely interrupts Liam's attempted proposal to Leyla. Liam is upset that his proposal has been ruined, but realising the lengths Liam went to propose to her, Leyla suggests he try again. After he delivers a speech from the heart, she's overjoyed and says 'yes'.
Brenda accuses Faith of stealing her brooch, but has she got it wrong? Meanwhile, Mandy and Sam coach Lydia. Elsewhere, Liv's guilt intensifies over Paul's death and she almost gives into the temptation of having a drink. Will she open up to Aaron. And, as Liam and Leyla celebrate their engagement, David and Meena's relationship is looking less stable.
Lydia is overjoyed with how well the interview went, but is shocked when a police officer enters the café and arrests her on suspicion of running a scam pension scheme. Meanwhile, Bear is furious to see Faith flirting with Pollard again, but how will he get his revenge? Elsewhere, Ethan continues to confide in Manpreet about his mum, but when Charles arrives, he abruptly exits. Will Manpreet explain to Charles what his son is up to?
Mandy turns her anger towards Nicola for spreading gossip about Lydia's arrest. Meanwhile, Chas is furious. Elsewhere, Eric tries to explain himself.
Ethan opens up to Charles. Meanwhile, Charity grills Jimmy. Elsewhere, Manpreet is suspicious.
Brenda continues to accuse Faith of stealing her brooch, which Aaron overhears. Knowing the truth, he realises he needs to do something to sort the situation out. When Mack refuses to return the brooch, Aaron takes matters into his own hands and steals it back from him. Later, Aaron breaks into Pollard's barn to return the brooch. Pollard catches him red-handed and attacks him with a bat.
Pollard is stunned when the police arrive and charge him for Aaron's injuries. Meanwhile, Nicola is shocked to discover Jimmy has invited Juliette over for a discussion. Nicola can't believe it when he opens up to Juliette about Carl's silence and suggests she take him out to see if she can get him to open up.
Nicola despairs over the prospect of Jimmy pleading guilty, but he evades talking to her about it. Meanwhile, Tracy is feeling the pressure. Elsewhere, Chas questions Aaron.
Liv feels utterly lost and takes another drink of vodka to numb the pain. Meanwhile, at Frankie's christening, tensions mount between the Dingles and Pollard. Tracy, having had enough of the day's stresses and tensions, asks Pollard to take her home. Elsewhere, Nicola confides in Rodney.
Vinny is shocked to discover Liv covertly drinking and sees she's at breaking point. Will Vinny find out the true extent of her drinking and will Liv be able to tell Vinny the truth about what really happened with Paul? Meanwhile, Eric lends an ear. Elsewhere, things remain tense between Jimmy and Nicola.
Marlon tries to lay down the law to his prospective new tenants Ryan and Mack, but he's already on the back foot. Meanwhile, Andrea attempts to talk to Jamie. Elsewhere, Aaron worries for Liv.
Full of guilt, Liv can't stop drinking. Aaron pleads with her to reach out to Vinny and talk to him again, but she won't. With no booze at home, Liv tries the pub. She hooks up with a sleazy stranger Max and takes him back home to Mill. Meanwhile, Gabby tentatively presents Kim with the missing notebook and a woozy Kim heads back to bed. Gabby is alarmed that Noah had been watching their conversation.
Liv is shocked when Chas arrives, locks the door and grabs her phone. She's put her under house arrest until she sobers herself up. Meanwhile, Kim makes a difficult phone call, as she asks her doctor for a proper dementia test. Elsewhere, the police inform Pollard the charges against him have been dropped and take Aaron in for questioning.
A shadowy figure wearing gloves spikes Kim's brandy decanter with diazepam. Soon afterwards, we see Kim pour herself another glass. Meanwhile, can Chas get through to Liv? Elsewhere, Matty is taken aback when Amy blurts out that she loves him and doesn't get the response she was hoping for.
Jamie is appalled that Gabby was told about Kim's dementia test before him. Soon Gabby is outed for her meddling, but how will Kim react? Meanwhile, Amy is mortified. Elsewhere, Matty's hopes are crushed.
Kim has a plan. Meanwhile, Chas is at a loss. Elsewhere, Paddy pleads with Pollard.
Chas tells Paddy she hopes she has got through to Liv, but will her hopes be dashed? Meanwhile, Kim puts her plan into action. Elsewhere, Vinny opens up to Lydia.
Liv finally finds her mum at the caravan park and she's appalled to discover Sandra has been back in the UK for a few months without bothering to make contact with her. Liv struggles to get her mum to pay any attention to her troubles, but when Sandra produces some booze, Liv is tempted to drown her sorrows again.
Lydia is robbed outside her front door by a pair of lads out for revenge about the pension scam. Samson happens upon Lydia's mugging but doesn't intervene, although we see that Samson recognised them. When Sam turns up, he chases the lads away. Meanwhile, Liv watches a heartfelt message. Elsewhere, Ben wants to help Aaron.
Kim viciously takes her worries out on Gabby. Gabby tells Noah that she's not going to be pushed around for much longer. Kim then encounters a mutinous Al and Jai at the HOP. Will tries to check in on Kim, but in her paranoid state, this only makes her more suspicious. She sends him packing and firmly bolts the door behind him.
An encounter with Dawn and Jamie at The Hide deepens Kim's anxiety. When Dawn hears Jamie threaten revenge on Kim afterwards, Dawn is unsettled to think he sounds just like his mum. Jamie is taken aback when Dawn asks him to move out of Home Farm. Meanwhile, Tracy is mortified when Wendy has to rescue Frankie's pram after she lets it roll away on Main Street.
Gabby is feeling utterly rejected by Jamie when Bernice miraculously appears in front of her. Liam is intoxicated when he sees Bernice, so he thinks she is a drunken illusion. Meanwhile, a spate of cancellations leave Leyla and Andrea fretting about the Take A Vow finances. Elsewhere, Wendy checks in on Tracy. Also, Nate lends an ear.
Marlon gives Mack until the end of the day to pay his overdue rent. Meanwhile, Kim is suspicious. Elsewhere, Tracy is paranoid.
Kim hosts a gathering at Home Farm. Once the guests are assembled, Kim declares that she's stepping back from the business, but first she needs to anoint her successor.Kim revels in the reaction this creates and soon the bickering among her guests commences. Kim addresses her guests one more time with a speech designed to manipulate her poisoner into taking action.
Liam seeks out Bernice to establish some ground rules for co-existing in the village.Bernice tries to return Liam's engagement ring, but from Leyla's view point it looks like Bernice is actually trying to propose. Shocked, Leyla slaps Bernice.
Cocky Mack turns up at Pollard's Barn and offers Pollard a quid pro quo – the return of Val's coat in exchange for Aaron's freedom. Pollard is dumbstruck at his audacity. The stand-off between Pollard and Mack escalates until Pollard has an angina attack. As he slumps to the ground, Mack has a decision to make: does he help him or not?
Pollard is in hospital. Faith dashes to his bedside, but her visit doesn't quite go as she hopes for. When Brenda arrives at the hospital, Faith meets her in the corridor and tells her that 'Brenda' was the first word Pollard spoke when he came round. Does that mean Pollard has made his choice?
Wendy pleads with Luke to be honest. Luke finally tells Wendy the truth. Meanwhile, Mack soon thinks he has got a way of solving his problem with Pollard. Elsewhere, Dawn and Jamie are unaware of Kim's hidden camera.
Nicola didn't know it was Jimmy's plea hearing today and isn't able to attend, leaving them further apart than ever. Meanwhile, a scared Kim confides to Jamie the reason for her surveillance is someone has been drugging her. Jamie is hurt that Kim suspected him.
Nicola is glammed up as she appears to make a move on Mack at the scrapyard. Mack thinks his dreams are coming true, but are they? When Jimmy gets home, it's clear that he and Nicola are further estranged than ever. Jimmy sees a supportive Mandy and tells her that his feelings run deeper than friendship. Mandy's gobsmacked reaction leaves him immediately regretful.
Mandy urges Jimmy to fight for his marriage. Meanwhile, Meena intercepts Charles outside the church, after lying in wait for him, to sow doubt in his mind about being with Andrea. Elsewhere, Gabby is annoyed.
Andrea leaves Princess securely tied up in the shade as she heads in to reason with Millie. While Andrea is distracted, we see someone luring the dog with its favourite toy into the parked car and slamming it shut. Meanwhile, Juliette has a proposal for Jimmy.
The camping trip is called off after the dog drama. Meanwhile, with Jimmy negotiating privately with Juliette regarding custody, can Nicola fight for her marriage? Elsewhere, Liam urges Tracy to look after herself.
Meena opens up to Diane about her past. Meanwhile, Vinny gets the call he was waiting for.
Aaron and Ben arrive at Sandra's caravan to find Liv in the throes of a seizure. It turns out that this is Liv's second seizure in two days.Sandra is disturbed as she realises just how self-destructive Liv's recent behaviour has been.
Aaron is at breaking point. Meanwhile, tipsy Leanna embarrasses herself when she tries to make a move on Billy. Elsewhere, Diane warns Victoria.
On her wedding day, Leyla is horror struck to find Bernice wearing a wedding dress. Bernice makes a last-ditch plea. Meanwhile, Wendy appreciates Bob's support.
Victoria drops her bombshell about Luke and Robert to Aaron. Meanwhile, Jacob and Leanna argue. Elsewhere, Liam and Leyla prepare to head off on their honeymoon. Also today, Noah makes a discovery. Diane confides in Gabby.
Kim asks Will why he has diazepam. He's wary, refusing to answer the question.Kim presses the point, so Will tells her that the diazepam is for his nerves. Kim is not buying his explanation.Meanwhile, Jamie is caught red-handed.
Jamie receives a call from Home Farm. He's alarmed and rushes off, frantic with worry. Rushing into Home Farm, Jamie is utterly horrified to find Will being arrested and Kim lifeless on the floor. Meanwhile, Ben is thrown when Aaron tells him that he wants him, not Robert.
Wendy approaches Tracy to remind her of Frankie's jabs tomorrow. Tracy is uncomfortable at Wendy touching her baby with unwashed hands and rushes Frankie away. Meanwhile, Dawn struggles to comprehend what has happened. Elsewhere, Nate is frustrated.
Faith is determined to help Liv. Meanwhile, Tracy struggles to contain her guilt. Elsewhere, Dawn demands answers.
Jealous Meena is starting to see Jacob as an obstacle to her and David's happiness. Meanwhile, Faith can't open up to Chas about the pain she has been experiencing. Elsewhere, Tracy breaks down.
Meena stumbles across the Pride collection tin, and steals it! Faith takes a different approach to helping Liv...
Manpreet convinces Faith to undergo some worrying tests. With the tine missing, Andrea want to make Pride a success!
Faith confesses to Pollard her fear that she might have cancer. Ben tries to persuade Aaron for forget about Liv for a while...
Pollard continues to look out for Faith, who faces her fate at the hospital. Brenda confides to David and Meena that she's feeling neglected by Pollard, and she prepares a romantic surprise for him.
Things are getting flirty between Aaron and Ben. However, Ben is stopped in his tracks by a mysterious and unwelcome phone call. Elsewhere, David and Victoria bond over their babies.
Pollard explains to Faith that he can't keep lying to Brenda. Meena plans to convince Jacob to leave with Leanna.
When Meena wants to celebrate Jacob's impending departure, he's only too pleased to burst her bubble. David is oblivious as battle lines are drawn between Jacob and Meena. Elsewhere, Brenda tries to talk some sense into Faith, but Faith struggles to hear it and tells Brenda to sort her own relationship out before getting on her high horse.
Ben is desperately trying to cover some unwanted texts and calls and is on edge around Aaron. Meanwhile, Leanna is in her bedroom and is creeped out when Meena enters and asks for Manpreet's old travelling rucksack, which she'd borrowed earlier.
Sparks are starting to fly as David and Victoria enjoy each other's company. Later, caught up in their moment, David leans forward and kisses Victoria.
Ryan is pleased when Mack appears to heed his warning to leave Dawn alone. Meanwhile, Gabby is left shaken. Elsewhere, Bernice gives unconventional marriage guidance counselling.
Kim offers to take Gabby to her scan if Bernice lets her down. Meanwhile, a discovery is made. Elsewhere, Bernice struggles.
The village grieves. Meanwhile, Gabby and Noah bond. Elsewhere, David has a re-think.
Nicola thinks Jimmy's first day in court has gone well, whereas Jimmy is shaken by the experience. With Jimmy still determined to prepare himself for the worst, Nicola worries that he’s given up. Meanwhile, Liv struggles with her overwhelming shame, guilt and despair.
Mandy reads Jimmy the speech she has prepared for the judge. Jimmy is overcome with guilt and gratitude, and clumsily leans in for a kiss. Mandy returns the kiss before they spring apart. Meanwhile, Cain is left thoughtful.
Jimmy returns to court. Will he be found guilty? Meanwhile, Mandy fights her feelings. Elsewhere, Meena is thrilled.
Is this it for Jimmy and Nicola? Nicola's anger boils over. Meanwhile, April experiences a backlash online.
Will Jimmy admit the truth about his kiss with Mandy to Nicola? Meanwhile, an exhausted Tracy pours out her feelings of inadequacy to Nate. Elsewhere, Meena is furious.
Meena finds a dishevelled Liam slumped on a bench at the crematorium. As she apologises for his loss, Liam has no idea he is sitting with his daughter's killer.
Jacob lambasts Liam for disposing of Leanna like she's rubbish. Accusations fly between Liam and Jacob. Elsewhere, the happy trio of Brenda, Faith and Pollard shop for a special lunch, but David comments on their weird dynamic.
Liam asks for Leyla's help with Leanna's funeral arrangements. Jacob offers to help Leyla but she's not sure it's a good idea. Finally Leyla agrees as long as they keep it a secret from Liam. Elsewhere, Ben is still not being truthful with Aaron.
Ben's lies start being exposed. Meanwhile, Mackenzie can't stop gossiping. Elsewhere, Heath has had a bad time at football, but Bob pays little attention to him before heaping praise on April. Cathy notes her brother's hurt.
Aaron confronts Ben. Meanwhile, Amy and Matty try to convince Ethan to pursue love not lust.
It all becomes clear regarding Ben. Apologies are made. Elsewhere, tearful Nicola tells Rodney her news.
Aaron catches up with Ben. Ben agrees that he needs to collect the rest of his belongings from his dad's house, but he declines Aaron's offer to move into Mill, explaining that he can't live with another alcoholic. Aaron is angry at Liv for ruining things. Meanwhile, Cathy assures April that she'll protect her and reckons it's best for April to keep the bullying secret from Marlon.
Liam won't engage with Leyla and Jacob over Leanna's funeral arrangements. He berates Leyla for her and Jacob's overblown ideas, telling her that he'll be arranging things himself from now on. Meanwhile, Diane wants revenge for Jamie's cruelty towards Gabby and she throws his belongings out of the B&B.
Liam tells Charles that he wants a traditional, dignified and respectful funeral for Leanna and he struggles to contain his anger as a defiant Jacob arrives and joins the meeting. Meanwhile, Nate suggests that Tracy visits Vanessa, but she is terrified of looking after Frankie alone.
At Leanna's funeral, Meena covertly fiddles with Leanna's ring on her necklace. She panics when the ring falls from the necklace, watching in horror as it rolls and stops near Liam's shoe. Meanwhile, Jamie lies to Andrea about the reason for his and Kim's estrangement, but will Kim tell her the truth when she confronts her?
Kim plays Paddy to get her own way.
Victoria and Amy wind Ethan up as they try and coach him for his date.
Jamie breaks into Home Farm to access the safe, but before he can unload the cash, Gabby arrives and Jamie slinks into the shadows. Meanwhile, keen to shift Leyla from her life, Meena matchmakes again between Liam and Leyla – but will it work? Elsewhere, Sarah is uneasy at Faith's suggestion.
Bernice visits Gabby and admits she has been a lousy mother, but is determined to make up for it, asking Gabby to move in with her. Can Bernice and Gabby really coexist under the same roof? Meanwhile, Ethan has a date but they don't have anything in common. Has the evening been wasted? Elsewhere, Sarah is uneasy when Faith suggests living life on the edge – she has booked some activities at the HOP tomorrow. Sarah invites Cain to be there too.
When Cain questions Faith about her results, she's forced to admit she has got them. He's angry she lied to him – he can't trust her and casts her out of the family. Meanwhile, Nicola gives Bernice some home truths after she complains that Gabby always turns to Laurel rather than to her.
Sarah gets panicky when she bumps into Liam at the graveyard. Liam reflects on Leanna's death and how fate just decides when it's your turn to go. Anxious Sarah rushes home, where she slumps on the floor. Meanwhile, Gabby is questioning. Elsewhere, Jimmy and Nicola are still lying to the kids.
Belle finds Sarah. An ambulance is called. Meanwhile, Nicola suggests she and Jimmy should delay telling the kids.
Angel's birthday party is in full swing. Nearby, Mandy overhears Nicola bad mouthing her and Vinny, so thwacks her with a huge inflatable. Soon the two women are brawling and birthday food is flying. When the mayhem is over, Jimmy is blindsided when Juliette turns up with some bad news to top off his disastrous day. Meanwhile, what will Sarah do next?
Jimmy and Nicola are stunned when Juliette announces the latest bombshell. Meanwhile, Mandy warns Liv to stay away from Vinny, motivating her to try and quit the booze. Elsewhere, Charity learns that a delivery of smart watches have gone missing and she is quick to accuse Mackenzie, who denies all knowledge.
Liv is heartbroken when Vinny confronts her and says he can only be her friend. Meanwhile, Jimmy and Nicola break the news to Carl and hope they've done enough to reassure him he's safe and wanted. Elsewhere, Ryan is suspicious.
Liv knocks back a vodka before she invites her guest inside – it's Jacob. She suggests he choose them a film as she downs more vodka for courage. She wants to forget about Vinny. Meanwhile, Charity is at Tall Trees hunting for the watches. Mack is surprised and relieved when she opens the cupboard and the holdall is not there any more.
Ben is concerned that Aaron chucked Liv out, worried about her being out in the cold overnight. Aaron buries his guilt. Meanwhile, April despairs, finding more hurtful comments. Elsewhere, Sarah is crushed by what she hears.
Noah discovers Sarah is trying other routes to track down the family of her heart donor. She pleads with him not to tell Charity. Meanwhile, an upset April vows to find out who started the online trolling.
Wendy has bad news for Victoria. But what is Wendy hiding? Meanwhile, Sarah resolves to do some detective work.
Marlon has had a bad review and the reviewers are returning to the pub today, so he's determined to prove them wrong. Unfortunately, his attempts to impress are soon thwarted.
Jacob and Leyla are in terse talks when Liam arrives and seems to make things worse for him and Leyla. Later, Leyla takes a pregnancy test and is stricken to see the result is positive. Meanwhile, April is terrified.
When Priya arrives to see Leyla, she's surprised to learn Leyla is pregnant. The surprises continue when Leyla begs Priya not to tell Liam, explaining that she can't drop such a bombshell into Liam's world at the moment. Meanwhile, a seductive Meena arrives for a steamy afternoon with David, but is furious that he's babysitting instead. Elsewhere, Bernice hatches a plan.
Victoria is once again in charge of both kids. She briefly goes upstairs to check on Harry. Seeing her chance, Meena creeps in through the back door and looms over Theo. Meanwhile, Bernice persuades Laurel to help her. Elsewhere, Liam finds the pregnancy tests and Leyla feels trapped.
David and Victoria continue the desperate search for Theo. Meanwhile, Sarah is suspicious of Noah, who has an admission. He thinks he has found the family she's looking for. Sarah feels excited but Noah cautions her. Elsewhere, Leyla is worried.
Sarah realises she's in too deep. Meanwhile, Charity makes Mack an earnest plea to leave Ryan out of anything illegal. Elsewhere, Russ is intrigued when he learns that Wendy will return tomorrow.
Wendy is shaken to find her abusive ex-husband Russ on her doorstep. Angry about his mother's will – she has left it all to Victoria's baby Harry – he demands they talk. Feeling bullied and conflicted, Wendy introduces Russ to Victoria as Harry's granddad. Victoria is a bit surprised by this but is talked around.
Chloe wants to give Sarah a bracelet of Gemma's. Sarah is reluctant, until she sees it's a diamond bracelet. Sarah is pleased to have made the connection. Unseen, Noah watches, upset that Sarah lied to him. Meanwhile, Laurel tries to help Liv.
Liv is uneasy around booze and breaks down in front of a concerned Laurel, who does her best to advise her. Meanwhile, at the playground, Russ continues to play the doting granddad as he lays it on thick about his lack of money to Victoria. Will Wendy solve this frightening situation? Elsewhere, Nate prepares for Tracy's homecoming.
Liv wakes with a start, full of confusion and regret, with bruises on her arms and no idea what happened to her the night before. Meanwhile, Tracy returns. She's taken aback by Nate's surprise for her. Nate proposes but her reaction is one of shock. Elsewhere, Meena wants a day out with Victoria.
Gabby is left reeling after Liv's mention of how she remembers struggling with Noah last night. Uneasy after her own run-ins with him, Gabby tells Liv that they might be dealing with the aftermath of rape. Aaron walks in on their conversation. He has heard everything and storms to confront Noah. Meanwhile, Tracy's stress bubbles to the surface
Tracy's stresses continue to bubble to the surface. She's still hiding her anxiety over looking after Frankie alone. Tracy feels trapped when left alone with Frankie again. Unable to cope with Frankie's crying she snaps, taking it out on the baby gym and breaking down in tears. Meanwhile, will Victoria be able to get out of her day with Meena, or could Meena be hard to shake off? Elsewhere, Charity does some digging.
When Nate returns from work, Tracy immediately heads out, saying she's off to Priya's and might stay the night. As she leaves, Tracy assures Nate she loves both him and Frankie. A taxi arrives at the bus stop to pick Tracy up and she tells the driver she's not coming back. Meanwhile, Ethan confides in Amy.
Nate is bemused to discover that Tracy couldn't have been at Priya's last night. Faith locates Tracy, who is lost in thought searching for her dad's tree. Tracy can't help revealing her delusions to Faith as she oscillates between severe paranoia and an eerie calm. Faith is convinced Tracy has post-natal depression, but will she manage to convince her to get the help she so desperately needs? Meanwhile, Laurel can see how much Liv is struggling with her recovery and offers her some encouragement.
Nate blames himself. Meanwhile, Ethan struggles to keep his emotions in check. Elsewhere, Matty finds Ryan's counterfeit aftershave and confronts him.
Ethan is still privately worried that he might have HIV following his one-night stand with Eddy, particularly when Eddy gives him the news that his own results have confirmed he is HIV positive. Meanwhile, Charity starts to suspect Matty and Ryan are up to something and can't help but interfere. Elsewhere, Cain gives Nate food for thought.
Leyla thinks she's having a miscarriage, but her focus is on protecting Liam. Meanwhile, Charity tries to make amends. Elsewhere, noting his son's low mood, Charles queries what is wrong but Ethan covers that it's work related. Will Ethan feel able to tell his father the truth over his worries?
Wendy realises Russ is much more dangerous than she had ever imagined. Meanwhile, Liam confronts Leyla, suspecting that something might be wrong. She eventually confirms that she's had a miscarriage. Can Liam put his grief to one side and be there for his wife when she really needs him? Elsewhere, Charles tells Andrea that he loves her.
Wendy is unaware that Russ has a plan B in the boot of his car: a sawn-off shotgun. Meanwhile, as the bully's messages become increasingly threatening, April collapses into tears. Cathy is horrified by the level of emotional damage she's responsible for. As her guilt mounts, Cathy goes to the café and comes clean to Heath that she's responsible for April's bullying.
Seeing Russ was willing to blackmail Wendy to rip off his grandson, Victoria is disgusted with him. As she makes to call the police, Russ reaches into his coat and pulls out the gun. After taking Vic and Wendy's phones, Russ secures the door to The Hide. The women are terrified to be held hostage. Meanwhile, Kim is dumbfounded to discover that Jamie is back living under her roof after worming his way back in with Gabby.
When armed police arrive on the scene, the stand-off at The Hide escalates into a full-blown siege. Outside The Hide, Jacob, Dan and Bob hear a shot ring out. Meanwhile, Charity orders Mack to put Diane off the scent of their fling, and so he starts to flirt with Bernice.
The siege continues. Meanwhile, Marlon makes a reckless gamble. Elsewhere, Tracy warns Nate not to expect an instant fix, but he's proud of how she's working through it all.
Al suggests to Ellis and Priya that they join forces to work on a large-scale boot camp survival challenge to be held at The HOP. Priya tells Ellis to pitch the idea first to Kim before Al steals all the credit. Meanwhile, Marlon sees an opportunity. Elsewhere, Liam is still struggling with his grief.
Cathy tries to comfort a distraught April as she gets bombarded with more bullying messages. April tells her to stay away before she becomes a target too and hurries off in tears, leaving Cathy utterly guilt stricken. Meanwhile, Al is irritated. Elsewhere, Marlon is distracted.
April is shocked when Cathy breaks down and reveals she started the online trolling. April is incredulous at Cathy's confession and heads off irate, leaving Cathy terrified of the consequences to come. Meanwhile, stressed-out Marlon ropes in Matty to help with The Woolpack barbecue, cash-in-hand. As Marlon exits, a pleased Matty gears up to use the grill. He squirts lighter fluid on the barbecue, sending up a fireball of flame burning his hands.
April opens up to Rhona. Later, on Main Street, a confrontation develops as Cathy tries to run away from Rhona. Brenda steps in as Rhona grabs Cathy to stop her from running away again, before Rhona elbows Brenda off, catching her in the face. When Brenda goes to grab Rhona again, she shoves her and Brenda falls roughly to the floor. All are left shocked after the incident. Meanwhile, Moira insists to Chas that Matty is entitled to compensation for his injuries, which will leave him unable to work. Later, Chas receives an offer. Elsewhere, Kim is chuffed, having bought herself a race horse called 'Medicinal Brandy'.
Bob is emotional at having to finally face his failings as a father. Bob tries to talk to Marlon, but tensions soon run high and their family rift seems irreparable. Meanwhile, Matty struggles.
Paddy can't believe it when Marlon not only accepts Al as a potential investor in the pub but offers to sell him his entire stake. Paddy has nowhere else to turn and finds himself outside Home Farm asking for Kim's help to get rid of Al. Kim argues that getting Al out of HOP would actually be in her interests, so she needs Paddy to sweeten the deal for her. Meanwhile, Will's loyalty is rewarded as Kim appoints him as her new estate manager. Elsewhere, Diane is uneasy when her date Michael is more interested in his jigsaw than her.
Kim has asked Paddy to dope her new racehorse in exchange for her help with Al. In a layby near the racecourse, nervous Paddy is backed further into a corner when Kim warns him that his problems could worsen if her doped horse doesn't win its race. Meanwhile, a hooded figure breaks into The Woolpack, crowbars open the till and pockets the money. Charity is knocked over when she catches the intruder, who flees. Charity is left unconscious in a pool of blood.
PC Swirling arrives to investigate the pub robbery and it's not long before he becomes suspicious. Meanwhile, Gabby is frustrated by Jamie. Elsewhere, Jai feels betrayed by Kim.
Gabby presents Jamie with a now-or-never ultimatum, suggesting they elope and marry immediately. Desperate Jamie heads to Dawn, where he starts to make a final play for an incredulous Dawn. Meanwhile, Paddy covers his guilt.
Diane and Kim screech to a halt next to Gabby's parked car, ready to plead with her to see sense and call off the wedding to a man who doesn't love her. Later, Gabby makes a phone call. Meanwhile, Rhona is alarmed.
Al toys with Paddy. Meanwhile, Moira is surprised. Elsewhere, Rodney is disappointed.
Chloe is lonely and evasive as she describes her family life to Noah and Sarah. As Chloe bursts into tears, Sarah and Noah are at a loss over how to comfort her, but Noah eventually manages to find the right words. Meanwhile, Leyla can't help noticing Liam has been behaving oddly since he started at Hotten General. Elsewhere, Paddy is feeling uneasy, fearing that Kim will reveal the truth about the horse-doping.
Noah is left red-faced when Chloe hears that he has been calling her his girlfriend. Meanwhile, when Leyla sees Liam putting flowers into the back of his car, she convinces Priya that they need to follow him.
Chloe gifts Sarah with a necklace. Meanwhile, Marlon is gutted to hear that Rhona's assault charge is progressing to a court date. Elsewhere, Mack is left with a spring in his step. Also today, Kim toys with Paddy that she hasn't yet decided whether she will continue to keep quiet about the horse-doping, as it depends what the police find.
An expectant Chas asks Paddy when he's got more work lined up at the race course and he guiltily dashes off. Kim asks Paddy to dope her race horse again. Al is suspicious to catch the two of them in the midst of such a hushed conversation. Meanwhile, Priya disapproves.
Harriet is left thoughtful when PC Swirling tells her that the police are recruiting and that she should consider re-joining the force. Meanwhile, Chas fights her overwhelming sadness as she reminds Faith and Liv that tomorrow is the anniversary of Grace's death. Elsewhere, Leyla knows that Liam is lying.
Al uses blackmail to get what he wants. Meanwhile, Harriet opens up to Dawn that she's been feeling a lack of purpose in the wake of Malone's murder. Elsewhere, Nate and Tracy do their best to readjust to living under the same roof again.
Chas plays hardball with Al, telling him that he can have a third of the pub rather than the half share he was expecting. Will Al accept and why does he want a share in the pub so badly? Meanwhile, David collapses. Elsewhere, Kim employs someone to track down Jamie.
Meena comes home and forbids Victoria from calling in on David again. Meanwhile, Andrea's face lights up when Charles suggests they move in together. Harriet is concerned when Charles seems visibly shaken by a mysterious message he gets on his phone.
Meena smiles to herself as she replaces David's extra-strength painkillers with paracetamol, pleased to have him just where she wants him. Meanwhile, Faith is self-medicating with alcohol to cope with the pain of her arthritis. Elsewhere, Rodney continues his campaign to win Diane back but they're scuppered when Belle offers her services at the B&B.
Charles has a covert meeting in the woods, but who is the mystery person and why have they rattled Charles so much? Meanwhile, Marlon orders Bob to stay away from April but he's gutted to see April quietly sobbing, having witnessed the upsetting exchange. Elsewhere, Belle annoys Diane.
Tracy cries with relief after her cathartic postnatal depression group counselling session, as she doesn't feel so alone anymore. Meanwhile, Diane confides in Rodney. Caught up in the moment, tipsy Diane can't help agreeing when Rodney asks to move in with her. Elsewhere, Marlon blames Bob when April turns on him.
Diane regrets her drunken night with Rodney and wants to tell him he can't move in, but an injury soon puts her at Rodney's mercy. Meanwhile, Bob feels pleased with himself.
Gabby overhears Kim making a call to her lawyer, in which she ruthlessly demands she gets full custody of Millie by any means possible. Meanwhile, Victoria is hurt by Meena's words. Elsewhere, when April learns of Cathy's return to the village, it's clear she's worried.
Gabby and Diane meet Bernice at The Woolpack. Bernice is shocked to learn of Diane's plan to move to Portugal. Meanwhile, Victoria is trapped in David's bedroom but Meena spots her. Meena starts unbuttoning her blouse for David and Victoria is forced to reveal herself. Fuming David tells her not to come back until she's sorted herself out. Elsewhere, Rodney hears the news.
Kim agrees to let Priya and Ellis move their base camp for the survival event to the site where Malone is buried. This leaves Will fearing it's only a matter of time before the body is discovered. Meanwhile, Rishi is left heartbroken when Manpreet reveals that she doesn't love him anymore. Elsewhere, Paddy agrees to take part in the survival event.
Will comes clean and reveals that the reason he's nervous about the original base camp site is because that's where he buried the body. Kim is shocked. Can Will trust Kim to keep his secret? Meanwhile, Rishi accuses Charles of stealing Manpreet from him. Charles is shocked by Rishi's accusation. Elsewhere, Bernice voices her idea.
Will makes plans to leave. Meanwhile, Andrea suggests she and Charles go on the survival challenge in order to get away from the thought of Kim's custody battle for Millie. Elsewhere, Diane and Gabby are thrilled when Bernice suggests she moves to Portugal with them, but remind her that she has to keep quiet about Gabby's plan to move. Also, Meena tries to convince Manpreet to make a move on Charles.
David covertly confesses his love to Victoria. As they walk away, we see that Meena has heard every word of the confession. Meena sets a plan in motion to murder Victoria. Meanwhile, Kim threatens to exact her revenge after finding out that Andrea has requested a restraining order against her. Elsewhere, Charity and Mack sign up for the challenge. Also today, the preparations for the challenge begin.
The survival challenge begins with cries of enthusiasm. As the survivalists jump into their rafts and set off down the river, Billy and Ben try to rally their respective team members. Meena has a dangerous plan – and the day takes a horrible turn. Meanwhile, Charity and Mack separate themselves from their respective groups in order to cheat.
David, Victoria, Manpreet and Charles find themselves fighting for their lives in the menacing waters, but what events led them into such danger? Meanwhile, Mack hears a loud scream coming from the edge of a pond. As he approaches it, he sees large ripples moving across the water, suggesting that Charity has vanished beneath the surface.
Victoria's in danger. Meanwhile, Meena is ready to kill should anyone get in her way. Elsewhere, someone is badly injured.
Meena holds Victoria's lifeless body under the water, but someone's watching from afar. Wanting to find out just what they've seen, Meena follows them into the maze. With only one thing on her mind, Meena's ready to kill should anyone get in her way. Meanwhile, Manpreet desperately needs help. Elsewhere, Priya is loved up after her day with Ellis.
There's danger round every corner. Lives are in the balance. Tragedy strikes.
Investigations are under way. Lives are changed forever. The village is in shock.
Diane is planning to leave the village and Pollard offers to buy out her stake in the B&B. Meanwhile, the village is in shock.
As the survival event last week ended in death and disaster, questions are being asked by DS Rogers, who is investigating. Meanwhile, Diane shares her box of Woolpack memories with Chas and Bernice. She finds herself agreeing to Chas's offer of a goodbye party. Elsewhere, Gabby is worried.
Gabby finally snaps back at irrational Kim, telling her she won't be part of her baby's life. Meanwhile, Leyla is grateful when Tracy invites her round for a brew. Leyla hesitantly opens up to Tracy about the double life Liam has been leading.
Gabby does her best to secretly pack as she suffers pains in her stomach. Before long, Gabby is in labour. Meanwhile, Leyla becomes increasingly frustrated at Liam's refusal to engage with her as he pretends to get ready for work. Tracy recommends drastic action. Elsewhere, Kim is questioned. Also, Charity and Mack are itching to get involved in some mischief. When Mack hears from Charity all about Chloe's obvious wealth, he senses an opportunity.
Gabby fights her intense labour pains. Diane shares a moment with Bernice, but what will happen as they prepare to collect Gabby and escape from the village? Meanwhile, Noah gets wind of Charity's plan.
Charity and Mack cook up a plan. Meanwhile, a deal is struck. Elsewhere, has Liam turned a corner?
Charity and Mackenzie head off to rob Chloe's house. When they arrive, Mack's wowed by the opulence. After clearing a display case of watches, they encounter a maid cleaning. Charity is taken aback to realise it is Kerry. Later, Kerry warns Chloe that her father won't want her keeping in contact with Noah and Sarah. Chloe is torn over what to do.
Al is intrigued to learn that Priya called out his name when she first regained consciousness. Priya is devastated that she needs a second skin graft with no guarantee this one will be successful either. Meanwhile, Charles convinces Kim to hold a memorial service for Andrea, to help Millie with her bereavement. But Gabby is worried when Kim says the memorial might bring Jamie back. Elsewhere, Liam is soon preparing for an interested journalist visit to his allotment, as he has grand plans for the big reveal but hasn't enough people to help him.
Charles delivers an emotional address to the congregation at Andrea's memorial. Kim's excitement grows to see a late arriving car at the memorial but it's Hazel, Andrea's mum. Meanwhile, after an emotional week, Marlon makes an impromptu proposal to Rhona, who thinks he’s joking, so he quickly tries to hide his hurt.
Kim packs up the last of Millie's things. She finally starts to accept Jamie really must be gone and is devastated to have lost Millie too. Meanwhile, Amelia leads a battalion of the village kids over the hill to help Liam construct his greenhouse out of recycled bottles.
Priya is discharged. Meanwhile, Charles is given some bad news. Elsewhere, Liam smiles for the first time in ages. Also today, Chas is not happy Kim is putting pressure on Paddy.
A miscommunication leads to Priya lashing out at Ellis and he's shocked by her accusations. Rishi suggests Priya call a psychologist to help her deal with her injuries. Meanwhile, fed up with Kim's control over Paddy, Chas hatches a plan. Soon she and Paddy kidnap Kim's racehorse, but will Kim give in to their ransom demands? Elsewhere, Gabby is frustrated that her friends are partying and she's stuck with a baby. She soon palms Thomas off on both Bernice and Kim.
Jai is planning to blame the bridge collapse all on Ben, which leaves Laurel horrified when she finds out. Meanwhile, Ellis makes a heartfelt apology. Priya has a therapy session, which is helpful for her. Elsewhere, Rodney announces himself "back-on-the-market" in the wake of his break-up with Diane. Also today, Bernice is struck with guilt when Nate angrily accuses her of raising a spoiled brat. Will defends Bernice and they bond. Will also stands up to Kim, explaining that he can't be with her if she continues with her destructive behaviour. Could his words have an effect?
Jai lays the blame at Ben's door. When Ben briefs Aaron and Liv on what has happened, they quickly recognise their level of legal help won't be a match for Jai's. Soon Aaron sets off to confront Jai and soon matters are made worse. Meanwhile, Tracy opens up to Faith about her relationship with Nate. Faith suggests she organise an intimate date night. Elsewhere, Marlon and Paddy feel smug to have achieved a victory over Al, but will this be short-lived?
Jai suspends Ben from work. Meanwhile, Nate continues chatting to Fiona and Tracy fails to get hold of him. Elsewhere, Bernice is proud when it seems like Gabby is ready to take a lead in caring for Thomas, but is she?
Billy lies to Tracy about last night. Is he covering for Nate? Meanwhile, Liv tries to talk to Aaron. Elsewhere, Al explains things to Chas.
Noah is nervous as he heads off for his date with Chloe, but when she's impressed by what he has prepared at the barn, he's relieved. Mack covers for Noah's whereabouts, but has he just messed things up with Charity? Meanwhile, Aaron is supportive when Ben starts searching for a new job. However, Ben is hiding the fact he's applying for jobs on the Cornish coast.
With everyone still seemingly hell bent on keeping them apart, Noah finds himself agreeing to run away with Chloe. Meanwhile, Paddy and Marlon see that Al has hired Ellis without Chas or their consent. Paddy is taken aback when Chas agrees to give Ellis a shift at the Woolie.
On a country road, Kerry is confronted by two thugs who threaten her with harming Amy unless she tracks Chloe and Noah down. Meanwhile, Al unveils a new staff uniform for the Woolpack team, making a flirtatious comment at Chas. Elsewhere, Meena is shocked to hear David and Victoria have gone to Portugal. Furious, she sneaks into Victoria and Amy's house and smashes the place up.
Chloe wonders if Noah is already getting cold feet. Soon the pair are spotted by Kerry and Charity and driven back to the village. Meanwhile, Chas tells Al that he has overstepped the line. Elsewhere, when PC Swirling goes to interview Meena about the break in, she denies everything and isn’t arrested. Amy vows she's going to prove it was her and it is about to get physical, when Billy intervenes. Calling Billy her knight in shining armour, does Meena now have him keenly in her sights?
When Al hears Paddy is away on a course, he invites Chas to a business dinner where he heaps more compliments on her. Soon we're left wondering if Al's approach might be starting to work on Chas. Meanwhile, Will is railroaded into accepting Bernice's offer.
Al approaches Chas and seductively tells her how much he wants her. It looks like they're close to a kiss, but Marlon interrupts before anything happens. Marlon is keenly aware that he has just walked in on a passionate moment. Meanwhile, Meena goes on a 'date' with Billy. All goes well until Dawn turns up.
Cain transports Al to a nearby barn. He starts to intimidate him and pretends to hold a gun to his chest. Cain hints at the intensity of what he has got in store for Al and his anxiety starts to rise. Will Chas manage to stop Cain before he goes too far? Meanwhile, Ben is furious when Liv admits she has tried to sabotage his job chances in Cornwall by giving him a bad reference. Shocked at her behaviour, Aaron leaves Liv feeling awful.
After Aaron assures Ben that he's ready to move away from Emmerdale with him if need be, they share a kiss. When they return to Mill Cottage and discover that Liv has relapsed, Aaron declares that he's done with picking up the pieces for her. Liv's in despair, fearing she has driven her brother away for good this time. Meanwhile, Jacob makes a suggestion.
Ben finally turns to the body camera and is horrified as he watches shaky footage of the attempted drowning of Victoria. Ben is surprised and unnerved when a smiling Meena then appears in the office. Meena lunges to grab the camera from him but fails to wrestle it from him and he makes off with it. Meena gives chase but slips in some wine Liv spilled earlier. As Meena lies lifeless on the floor, panicked Ben has no idea what to do. Meanwhile, Lydia is left disturbed after an encounter with a drunk and dishevelled Liv.
Cain tries to get back into Liam's good books. Liam is touched. Meanwhile, Chas is on the brink of exploding.
The police are back in the village. Meanwhile, Lydia struggles to keep a secret. Elsewhere, Chloe is frustrated as Kerry warns her to keep away from Noah.
Nate begs for another chance as Tracy struggles to hear him out. Tracy appreciates Nate's efforts, before Frankie utters her first word, 'Dada'. Nate is overjoyed but Tracy's mood shifts as her old doubts about her parenting resurface. Meanwhile, Billy comforts a distraught Dawn, who insists she's a monster for killing Malone. When Billy delivers an impassioned speech, Dawn leans in for a kiss which Billy initially reciprocates before pulling away, leaving her humiliated. Elsewhere, Meena has a plan.
A despondent Nate updates Belle on the failure of her plan to reunite him with Tracy. Next it's Cain's turn to come up with a scheme. Will he have more success? Meanwhile, Billy turns up at Woodbine, insisting Dawn hears what he has got to say. He explains that he wants to be with her, but wants assurance from her that she feels the same after their messy past. How will Dawn respond?
In her bedroom, Priya's anxieties about her body are exacerbated as she goes through her wardrobe. When she tells Leyla that she still hasn't looked at her back, Leyla gently encourages her scared friend to confront her fears. Priya and Leyla are shocked into silence by the sight of the scars on Priya's back. Priya stands silently staring at her reflection in the mirror. Meanwhile, Brenda gets the villagers involved in Emmerdale's community crime-fighting force, Emmer-Watch. Elsewhere, Bear and Faith have something planned for fridge-raiding Al. Also, Nate makes a promise.
Rishi goes all out. Everyone's all smiles about Priya's ongoing recovery, until her anxieties resurface at the mention of food. Meanwhile, Aaron fears the worst.
Rishi tries to encourage Priya. Meanwhile, Al feels guilty. Elsewhere, a serious rift is forming within the Dingle clan.
Aaron pays Liv a visit in the court side room. He worries that they bring each other down. As Aaron struggles to hold it together, Liv fears that this could be his last goodbye to her. Aaron tells her that he doesn't have the strength to keep supporting her any more. Meanwhile, Sam is distraught to think he may have lost Lydia for good. Elsewhere, Manpreet is shocked when Ethan informs her that Meena urged him not to contact his mum. She is thrown to think that Meena is playing games with his happiness.
Meena says she put Ethan off meeting his mum to protect Manpreet over the fictitious texts. Manpreet says they can't deny Ethan a relationship with his mother but Meena ends the conversation. Meanwhile, Manpreet and Charles reminisce on happier times until she leans in for a kiss and he pulls away. Charles tells Manpreet that now isn't the right time for them. She knows he's right.
Kerry is underwhelmed when her grand return to the salon isn't quite as she imagined. Meanwhile, Chas struggles. Elsewhere, Meena drops someone in it.
Billy invites Meena for a day out to cheer her up. Eavesdropping in on the conversation, Dawn is left with a pang of jealousy. Meanwhile, Liv is stunned as Mandy demands that she cut all contact with Vinny. Elsewhere, Manpreet is furious.
Vinny wrongly assumes Chas was the one interfering between him and Liv. Will Mandy tell the truth? Meanwhile, Meena lets jealousy get the better of her.
Charles notices Harriet's application to re-join the police force and is shocked at how quickly things have progressed. Meanwhile, Chas is shocked. Elsewhere, Vinny is hurt.
Marlon is delighted when Al agrees to his Christmas drinks promotion, unaware of Al's true intent. Meanwhile, Kerry tries to entice a gloomy Mandy and a glamorous Bernice into a salon Christmas party.
Al is overjoyed at Marlon's mistake, while Chas is close to losing it. Cain is seething to hear of Al's latest antics and PC Swirling warns him away from Al.
Priya attends a hospital appointment to check on how her back is healing. She is desperate to stop the hospital visits, so lies that the skin grafts are feeling better. Priya is secretly aghast to hear that her struggles with eating are slowing down the healing process. However, she decides to hide this information from Rishi. Meanwhile, Lydia is wearing out her welcome at Marlon and Rhona's. Elsewhere, Kerry and Al flirt with each other.
Anxious about being in social situations, Priya makes an excuse to get out of attending the carol concert with Amba. She later regrets letting her daughter down and makes her way to the village hall in order to catch the rest of Amba's concert. When Rishi is called away to act as an emergency Santa, Priya begins to feel overwhelmed. Her panic rising, Priya stumbles away from the crowd, leaving Amba behind. Meanwhile, Meena is overjoyed after she manages to convince Billy to let her move in for Christmas, despite his obvious reservations. Elsewhere, things are not good between Sam and Lydia.
As they smile sadly before parting, it's clear that both Billy and Dawn are regretful at how things have turned out. How will Meena react if she discovers the pair still have feelings for each other? Meanwhile, Sam is upset. Elsewhere, Al is distracted.
Dawn's ex Alex turns up and he introduces himself to Lucas as his real dad. After an Alex has an altercation with Billy, Meena stirs the pot about Dawn. Alex is soon left terrified for Lucas's welfare. Meanwhile, Priya spots Ellis and Belle laughing together. She notices their spark and is crushed to think that he has moved on. Elsewhere, Pollard offers to hire Noah permanently.
Noah spots Leanna's ring on the floor of Meena's bedroom. He steals it to give to Chloe as an early Christmas present. Meanwhile, Billy and Dawn share an emotional moment. When Dawn can't resist kissing him, he admits it's what he has been waiting for. Elsewhere, Mandy urges Sam to make amends with Lydia. Mandy also promises to back Vinny up in his campaign to free Liv. Also today, Harriet reveals to Charles that she's planning on leaving the church and re-joining the police.
Meena drops a bombshell that leaves Billy gobsmacked: she lies that she is pregnant with his child. At the same time, Liam is ensnared by Meena's trap. Meanwhile, Kim feels a pang of loneliness when pictures of Millie and Jamie remind her of what she's missing this Christmas. Elsewhere, Tracy and Kerry have their first awkward interaction since Kerry's return to the village.
Dawn reassures Billy that Meena's pregnancy won't affect their relationship. Manpreet is suspicious of Meena's pregnancy. Meanwhile, Will lets his jealousy show. Elsewhere, Lydia finds a Christmas invitation hanging out of her letterbox. She appears bemused as she reads it, unaware that a grinning Sam is watching in the distance having put his plan into action.
Manpreet meets up with Carol and is utterly floored to discover that Carol believes Meena murdered Nadine. Reeling from the discovery, Manpreet struggles with the idea that her sister is a murderer and initially regrets contacting Carol. Meanwhile, Bernice gives Will an ultimatum. Elsewhere, Al is pressurised by Gavin to get Chas and Marlon to sell. When a big, muscley man menacingly gets out of Gavin's car, Al's heart sinks as he knows what's coming.
Still reeling from his beating yesterday, Al gets a threatening message from Gavin and is later disturbed to catch Gavin talking to Ellis. Feeling the pressure, Al gazes back at The Woolpack and comes up with a plan to get out of this nightmare. Meanwhile, Meena reports Dawn to Social Services, before a horrified Manpreet grabs Meena's phone and kills the call. Meena is outraged to have been caught in the act but decides to play the concerned neighbour. Manpreet appears to soften, but, upon Meena's exit, Manpreet reassesses the situation. Elsewhere, as Will approaches Malone's grave with Kim, he is alarmed to find it freshly dug up and worries that, if Kim really did hear something incriminating, this could be part of her revenge. But she reveals that she removed the corpse so that Will no longer feels tethered to her – he can decide whether he stays or goes. .
There's devastation in the village. Some are out for revenge. Dawn panics.
Ryan third wheels as a loved-up Charity and Mack relax, half-dressed, on the sofa. Meanwhile, Lydia is excited. Elsewhere, Billy is reeling.
Vinny investigates. Meanwhile, Mack is gutted. Elsewhere, Jai receives a call.
Charity is left reeling. Meanwhile, Ellis invites Belle and Kyle on a day out. Elsewhere, Nate struggles.
Priya struggles. Meanwhile, Nate and Tracy are loved up. Elsewhere, Belle takes action.
Billy proposes to an unsuspecting Dawn. Meanwhile, Nate is left broken. Elsewhere, Priya continues to struggle.
2017
Kerry takes drastic action. Emma meddles. Aaron plays matchmaker.
Lisa is desperate to save Zak. Paddy looks forward to his date. Tracy worries about Finn.
Pierce has a surprise for Rhona. Will Kerry confess? Aaron feels sidelined.
Hour Long Episode : It's desperate times for Kerry. Aaron confronts Rebecca. Rhona feels guilty.
Kerry is left heartbroken. Cain fights for Moira. Megan opens up to Jai.
Kyle becomes withdrawn and Lisa and Zak are afraid that being separated from Kerry has had a bad effect on the boy. They try and persuade Cain to let him see her, but he rejects their interference - only to come close to hitting his son. Chas and Rebecca prepare a surprise party for Charity, but no one turns up, Frank leaps to Megan's defence, and Cain demands Chrissie's share in the garage.
Lawrence and Ronnie are concerned that Lachlan has been beaten up in prison again, and suspect Cain is behind it. Their suspicions prove to be accurate when Cain pays Lachlan a visit and issues an ultimatum - if he does not give him what he wants, the next attack will be a fatal one. Zak and Kerry await news of Joanie's sentencing, an unsuccessful night out gives Charity an idea, and Frank asks Jai to help him get on the right side of Megan.
Chrissie is devastated to learn that Lachlan has been attacked again, and gives Cain everything he wants - but afterwards, she discovers that things may not be as they seemed. Ronnie is disgusted to discover that Lawrence was involved in framing Andy from the start, while Lachlan is offered a chance to escape from prison. Tracy tries to take Finn's mind of his heartbreak, while Frank hopes to make peace with Vanessa.
Lawrence is relieved that Ronnie is going to stand by him and promises to confess his guilt in court. However, Ronnie decides to make sure he never gets the chance to ruin his own life by testifying. Jimmy asks Nicola not to look at the books, but she remains determined to have a say in the future of the business. Finn goes on a date, unaware it is with an escort hired by Tracy. Megan is angry when Charity and Chas try to exploit her event for their own profit.
Ronnie fears that his plan to stop Lawrence from testifying may have caused him to have a heart attack. Finn hopes to make Kasim jealous while on his date with escort Nathan, but Tracy is worried when he declares an interest in seeing him again. Jimmy dreads the thought of Nicola interfering in the business, Rhona worries about her relationship with Pierce, and Charity senses tension between Zak and Lisa.
Pierce repeatedly calls Rhona during her night out, so Vanessa takes her phone away. Feeling angry and insecure, he decides to spy on her and is horrified by what he sees. Chrissie and Rebecca seem to have made peace, but an unexpected encounter threatens to divide them. Carly is embarrassed by Bob's behaviour, and Nicola struggles to gain Robert's respect.
Nicola thanks Neville for paying off the insurance, only to discover that he had done no such thing. She seeks Jimmy's help in discovering why Rakesh lied to her. Finn discovers the truth about Nathan, and Chas mistakenly assumes that Bob and Charity have slept together - information she spreads all over the village. Rhona apologises to Pierce, but fears he may not be able to forgive her.
Nicola suspects the truth about the fire, and Rakesh and Priya plead with Ronnie to keep quiet for his own sake - but instead he confirms her suspicions that Rakesh deliberately started the blaze. Finn offers to pay Nathan to help him in his latest desperate attempt to get back together with Kasim, and Chas warns Aaron not to let his jealousy get out of control.
Nicola starts work at the factory and lies to Lisa and Kerry about how she desperately needs a job. However, she soon has a shock announcement to make to the rest of the workers. Kasim leaves in disgust after discovering who Nathan really is, Laurel worries that she cannot afford Ashley's care, Marlon plays matchmaker, and Aaron suggests an alternative wedding plan to Robert.
Robert lies to Aaron about his whereabouts, prompting an angry confrontation as his fiance takes him to task about how much time he is spending with Rebecca. Paddy suffers a painful setback while preparing for a date with Chas, Laurel gets her hopes up about a new job, and Kerry makes a stand after she is fired from the factory - while Lisa also finds herself facing unemployment.
A public confrontation erupts as Finn tries to stop Kasim leaving, but when Aaron intervenes, his anger over his troubles with Robert explodes and he turns violent. Paddy's date with Chas goes from bad to worse, Nicola makes arrangements for Kerry and Lisa to return to work, and Aaron and Robert try to salvage their relationship - only to be interrupted by the police.
Paddy turns to Rhona for sympathy after an upset Chas is driven into the arms of DS Wise. Pierce is shocked by the development, and resolves to bring Paddy and Chas together by any means. Robert tries to reason with Finn over the attack on Kasim, but finds him unwilling to help Aaron, while Laurel gets offered a job as supervisor at the factory.
Gabby offers to mind Dotty to give Laurel a break. When Ashley's carer calls in sick, she finds herself having to look after him as well - and admits she does not want him to leave. Chas is furious when she discovers that Paddy is behind Pierce scaring off DS Wise, Robert tells Aaron that he wants them to be together no matter what happens, and Cain sees something alarming on TV.
Debbie flees from the police, and realises that she needs to return to Emmerdale to get help from her family. She leaves her children in Sam's care, but he soon finds himself dealing with some unwanted visitors, who want to use the kids to gain leverage over their mother. Doug and Diane offer to help Laurel look after Ashley, and Paddy is hurt to overhear Chas enjoying a flirtatious phone call.
Doug and Diane struggle to cope with looking after Ashley, but decide to keep their difficulties a secret from Laurel - however, she soon sees through their story. Debbie explains why she needed money so urgently, Pierce is frustrated by Rhona's rejection, and Ronnie advises Zak to give Lisa some time.
The police visit Home Farm to investigate the robbery, which they believe Lachlan is responsible for. Cain offers Ross money to stay away from Debbie - and threatens him if he doesn't steer clear. Pierce is aggravated when Rhona rejects his advances, and feels jealous when he discovers she has sexual fantasies about one of their neighbours, while Laurel finally commits to making a difficult decision
Diane urges the villagers to rally round and help the Dingles. When Debbie challenges Ross about his feelings for Rebecca, he responds by admitting that he still loves her. Sam advises Zak that Lisa will be happier when he has divorced Joanie. Chrissie tries to sabotage Rebecca's business plan, but it still meets with Lawrence's approval, while Pierce tries to make Rhona feel guilty.
Debbie is given further bad news and the family tries to rally round and help her. Meanwhile, Lisa gets a big shock when she goes to collect Joanie and she is also left questioning her future with Zak once again.Victoria asks Pete to help a struggling Moira and Lawrence gives Chrissie her mum’s wedding ring.
Moira discovers that Ross has been keeping stolen cars in her barn but she soon softens when she finds out why. Later, when a meeting with a client goes badly, Moira nabs his car and asks Ross to get rid of it. Cain breaks the news to Kyle and tries to bond with him after admitting to Debbie that his son is scared of him. Frank flirts with Charity but later goes home with Megan.
When Moira's client re-offers her a contract, she leaps into action when he mentions there was an urn of ashes in the boot of his stolen car. Can Moira get to Ross before he sells the vehicle –and before Patrick calls the police? Charity plans to play dirty when Megan and Leyla turn down the Woolpack as a party venue. Rebecca offers to get the ring engraved but Lawrence is livid when it seems that she has lost the jewelry. Cain gets a call from social services as he bonds with Kyle.
Chrissie is in a foul mood after the court rules that Lachlan must stay locked up. Later, Rebecca discovers that Chrissie framed her over the ‘lost’ ring and a tussle leads to Chrissie falling from the balcony and onto a glass table below. When there is a problem at the venue, Megan relents and takes the party to the Woolpack but Frank susses out what is going on. Doug accuses Tracy of not reading enough and Noah and Gabby cause mischief by putting rude notes in Doug’s honesty box. Elsewhere, Emma threatens to call the police on Moira after learning that she stole a car but Moira warns her that she would take Ross down too.
Robert urges Rebecca to lie about what happened to Chrissie but Rebecca refuses and calls an ambulance. Charity and Frank join forces and form a plan. David is annoyed after making a discovery.
Debbie tells Cain that she is moving in with Moira but soon the police come calling with some big questions. Charity spots a man with a flash car and plots to scam him – with Frank's help. Doug is fuming after discovering the rude notes in his honesty box while Tracy starts her book club. Rebecca visits Lachlan but what is she after?
Charity and Frank use the deserted Home Farm as a venue for a scam, claiming it is their home and inviting a jeweller to show them his wares. However, the plan goes awry when Charity is caught stealing the gems and they are forced to flee - leaving a bemused Chrissie coming home to a house full of police. The Dingles have a mysterious visitor, while Pearl makes an enticing suggestion to Tracey for the book club.
Chrissie confronts Charity over where she got the money for Sarah's treatment, and forces her to confess about the theft. Rebecca and Lawrence try to stop her involving the police - but Frank fears that he is being implicated. Sarah finds a mysterious woman hiding in the Dingles' barn and provides her with food, and Pearl is astounded by Tracy's racy writing.
Sarah continues to look after the woman in the barn. She becomes concerned about her deteriorating health, and resorts to stealing money from a charity tin to help. Lawrence is keen to reconcile Chrissie with Charity, who is equally determined to commit another crime with Frank, who has donated his ill-gotten gains to David's charity, claiming to have won them on a horse.
Sarah gets caught stealing and is forced to confess about the woman living in the barn. The Dingles track the intruder down to the B&B, where her true identity is revealed. Laurel prepares to take Ashley to the care home, but the task is made harder when he forgets that he is leaving. Rakesh gets a new job, while Nicola manages to impress Rishi and annoy Priya.
Ashley lashes out on the eve of his departure for the care home. A final meal with his family seems to calm him down, but leaves Laurel faced with the reality of sending him away. The new arrival in the village worries Cain, Rakesh gets back on Priya's good side by standing up to Nicola, and Rhona tells Pierce he is too rough with her.
Laurel, Sandy and Gabby take Ashley to the care home. He quickly settles into his new environment - but his contentment does not make the separation any easier on his devastated wife. Moira provides the village's latest resident with a place to stay, Pierce tells Rhona he is going away, but may not be telling the truth about where. Chas intervenes in an argument between Robert and Aaron, and Priya tells Rakesh she does not want him to leave.
Rhona and Paddy's divorce comes through on the anniversary of Tess's death. Paddy makes a private pilgrimage to the crash site, while Rhona's suspicion that Pierce is having an affair makes her wonder if she has made a mistake ending her marriage. Finn stalks Kasim, who threatens to call the police, and the strain of being separated from Ashley leaves Laurel tempted to start drinking.
Rhona confronts Pierce about lying to her, but feels guilty when he reveals where he has really been. They announce their engagement, and she decides to keep her kiss with Paddy a secret - but Chas finds out and is consumed by jealousy. Emma and Tracy try to help Finn repair the damage he has done, but he soon finds himself in even worse trouble. Laurel receives flowers from an anonymous source.
Finn is questioned by the police, and someone sets fire to one of the Bartons' taxis. Evidence found at the scene suggests that Kasim may be responsible - but Ross believes he has been framed by someone closer to home. Vanessa asks Rhona to think carefully before rushing into marriage, unaware Pierce has overheard them. Pearl suggests she and Tracy collaborate on a novel, and Aaron anxiously awaits his sentencing.
Kasim pleads his innocence to Finn, who starts to realise he did not set fire to the taxi, while Emma faces a crisis of conscience when the police find a new suspect. Vanessa and Rhona worry that Pearl is gambling again when she behaves strangely at work, Liv celebrates her birthday alone, and Marlon asks Carly to move in with him.
Zak meets the social worker to discuss Kyle's future, and suggests he would be better off living with Kerry and Dan. However, other revelations threaten this plan. Harriet offers Emma a lifeline, Liv storms out after a drunken argument with Chas, Tracy refuses to let David read her novel, and Vanessa tries to change Carly's mind.
The strain of waiting for the sentencing takes its toll on Aaron, who suffers a panic attack. His family fears for his health, but Robert may have a solution to the problem. Zak has second thoughts over who should care for Kyle, but it may be too late. David gets a shock when he sneaks a look at Tracy's novel, and Debbie hides a secret about Sarah's treatment that could cause them trouble.
Robert arranges a surprise wedding in the Woolpack with the help of the rest of the village, but getting Aaron to the pub on time proves harder than expected until Cain steps in - while the ceremony is unexpectedly interrupted by the police. David tries to prove to Tracy that he can be as exciting as the men in her novel, and Zak, Lisa and Kerry pay a visit to social services to try and get Kyle back.
Debbie still wants to go with Sarah when she goes overseas for treatment, but the Dingles try to persuade her that it is dangerous for her to travel due to her criminal record. The possibility of Aaron tying the knot with Robert before getting sent to prison becomes even more unlikely. Laurel confides in Will on the anniversary of Daniel's death, and Paddy discusses his love life with Marlon.
Aaron attends his sentencing, and his friends and family are devastated to discover he will serve 12 months in prison. Debbie decides she does want to go to Prague with Sarah after all, and asks Ross to provide her with a fake passport. Gabby suspects her mother has a secret admirer, and finds romance of her own with Jacob - leaving Liv out in the cold.
Hour-long episode. Faith realises Debbie is planning to go to Prague with Sarah and tries to steal her boarding passes. However, an encounter with a police officer at the airport gives Debbie second thoughts about accompanying her daughter. Liv is outraged to hear Doug insulting her family, and enlists Gabby's aid to teach him a lesson. Laurel confronts Will, Sandy is uncomfortable about visiting Ashley, and Aaron struggles to cope with life behind bars.
Laurel visits Ashley at the care home, but is devastated to discover he is starting to forget who she is, as well as forming new friendships, and is forced to accept that their relationship will be very different from now on. Debbie worries that she has put Sarah in harm's way, Brenda lets slip that Rakesh and Priya have got back together, and Jacob breaks up with Gabby - but realises he has lost something very precious as a result.
Laurel returns home from a distressing visit to the care home, where Ashley has forgotten her completely. She seeks solace in Marlon's arms, but is interrupted by an appalled Sandy. Priya and Rakesh decide they need to tell everyone about their relationship, but worry how Nicola will react. Harriet comes up with a suitable punishment for Liv and Gabby's misdeeds, and Chrissie is curious when she hears that Lawrence has gone away.
Jimmy is furious to hear Rakesh and David discussing a job overseas, and tries to stir up trouble between them by revealing who really started the fire. Later, Rakesh is knocked out and kidnapped by an assailant, but nobody sees who it was. Marlon decides to tell Carly about kissing Laurel, Sandy visits Ashley at the care home, and Chrissie suspects that Ronnie is up to no good after seeing some suspicious CCTV footage.
Rakesh regains consciousness to find himself bound and gagged, and is tormented by his mysterious kidnapper. However, he begins to guess at the abductor's identity, and even starts to feel sorry for him. Robert struggles to hide his emotions when he visits Aaron in prison, Chrissie confronts Ronnie, only to find Lawrence taking his side, and Charity plots to use Frank to get revenge on Megan.
Chrissie is still convinced that Ronnie is up to no good, and proving it becomes even more urgent when a digger goes suspiciously missing and Lawrence decides to change his will. Carly wonders whether she has a future with Marlon in light of recent revelations, so Laurel tries to set her mind at ease. Charity tries to seduce Frank, and Chas worries about how Aaron is coping in prison.
Ronnie is arrested for stealing the digger, but the truth may not be as straightforward as Chrissie thinks. Charity is convinced she has seduced Frank away from Megan, but he has plans of his own. Laurel's wise words help Carly to make a decision about her relationship with Marlon, and Chas threatens the inmates who have been causing trouble for Aaron - but her interference may do more harm than good.
Charity overhears Debbie criticising her to Megan, and feels guilty over letting Sarah down. Chas tries to snap her out of it by suggesting a visit to Prague, and offers to accompany her, while Diane is suspicious over the B&B's new guest, and recruits Pollard to find out who it is. Aaron gets in trouble when the other inmates find out who his father is, and Rishi invites Priya and Rakesh to return home
A battered and bruised Aaron declines offers of help from his concerned cellmate and the prison chaplain - but a further beating induces a panic attack, leaving him unable to fight back. Victoria notices the strain being separated from his partner is having on Robert, Brenda is harangued by two boys, and Noah becomes smitten with Liv, but also notices how unhappy she is.
Aaron asks his cellmate to get him some drugs, but this means doing business with Jason. Liv notices he has been using during a visit, and warns him that he could jeopardise his appeal. Chrissie turns to Belle as she tries to patch things up with Lachlan, while Rebecca tries to convince Lawrence of the truth about Ronnie, and Finn decides to go to Australia.
Chrissie returns to the family home to collect her things before leaving the village forever. However, Rebecca is determined to get her father and sister talking again, and resorts to handcuffing them to each other. Vanessa challenges Pierce on his controlling behaviour, and Laurel unwittingly encourages Rhona to rush ahead with the wedding plans. Tracy asks David to model for the cover of her book, and Emma tries to make Finn stay.
Vanessa shares her fears with Rhona about Pierce's controlling behaviour. The next day, Pierce reads a text from her on his fiancee's phone and does not like what he sees. Rebecca and Chrissie fear for Lawrence's future happiness, Jacob frantically searches for the missing lucky coin, and Jai feels miserable as everyone around him seems luckier in love than he is.
Pierce confronts Vanessa and accuses her of interfering in his relationship with Rhona. The showdown only leaves her more determined to make Rhona see him for what he really is. Emma encourages David to get his test results as soon as possible for the sake of Jacob's peace of mind. Ronnie and Lawrence discuss their future, and Jai opens up to Moira when they visit Holly's grave together.
Pierce tries to drive Vanessa away from Rhona by arranging for her to come across his sex tape, while Jai feels like a fraud while being interviewed by a journalist over Holly's death, an experience that leaves him battling temptation to relapse. Laurel decides to tell gabby and Arthur about Ashley and Maggie, and David plays a prank on Tracy that leaves her more convinced than ever that she is destined for literary success.
Paddy is caught in the middle as Rhona and Vanessa continue to argue over the sex tape. Meanwhile, Rhona is pleased when Pierce says that he wants Leo to be best man at the wedding but is he being completely genuine? Laurel visits Ashley and is concerned to discover that he hasn't been eating. Gabby struggles with what is happening to her dad and decides to bunk off school with Liv. Rakesh reaches out to Jai as he struggles with his drug addiction. Lydia crushes Rishi’s hopes for another day while Faith moves in with Moira after arriving home from Prague.
Laurel is left heartbroken when Ashley and Maggie don’t notice her at the care home while, back home, Liv and Gabby get drunk and Gabby takes Josh upstairs to Ashley and Laurel’s bedroom. When Robert and laurel arrive at the cottage, will Laurel catch Gabby in the act? Pierce is smug as he witnesses Vanessa telling Rhona that she won't be her maid of honour. Rhona defends Pierce when Vanessa snaps that he is a control freak. Zak tells Lisa that he wants them to raise Kyle together when he is named as his official guardian. Paddy hits back when Faith winds him up about his relationship status with Chas.
Robert tells Rebecca that he is worried about Aaron as he was turned away from the prison after an incident. Meanwhile, Liv is expelled from school after standing up to Josh when he bullies Gabby. Laurel also defends Gabby when Bernice has a go. Faith takes control at the Woolpack after seeing Victoria and Marlon struggling to cope without Chas and Charity. Lisa tells Zak that things aren’t working out and she can’t see a way to fix things.
Zak tries his best to romance Lisa but his attempts to impress her fall flat – especially when he takes her for a meal in the Woolpack where Faith is working. Doug has a go at Bob and Jimmy for not visiting Ashley so they tell Laurel that they will rally round while she has a holiday with the kids. Robert discovers the truth from Liv about Aaron’s drug use and confronts him about it in the visiting toom. Marlon is frustrated with Carly's messiness in the house.
Robert hits the bottle after his visit to Aaron goes sour and, after trashing the room, he summons Rebecca round to the cottage and then tries to kiss her but she rejects him. What will he do next? Jimmy and Bob pay a visit to Ashley while Laurel worries about telling her husband that she is going away with the kids. Faith plays games with Rishi and Eric. Carly tries to tidy up the cottage. Relations start to thaw between Zak and Lisa when they have a mud fight.
Chas is unimpressed to return to find the pub under Faith’s control. Meanwhile, she senses Robert’s guilt and is left furious with him. When she discovers that Aaron has been taking drugs, she is even more upset. Robert begs Rebecca not to tell Aaron about what happened between them. Carly steps in to help Bernice with a hen party she is hosting and ends up receiving a job offer ovewrsears. Zak and Lisa enjoy being back together.
Harriet is heartbroken after a visit to Ashley in the care home reveals his deterioration, while Chas and Robert visit Aaron in prison when news comes through on his appeal.
Faith makes preparations for her psychic readings, April is angry with Carly, and the men in the village plan to smuggle Ashley home to cheer up Sandy for his birthday.
Carly says goodbye to Marlon and April, Faith raises money and Laurel arrives home early to find Ashley there celebrating Sandy's birthday, causing her concern.
Emma goes to church to seek forgiveness for murdering James, Harriet catches Cain red-handed hiding a bag of stolen phones and it is the night of Faith's psychic event.
Psychic night comes to an abrupt end when a hysterical Emma is ushered out by Pete and Ross, while Harriet threatens to call the police if Cain doesn't return the phones.
Laurel is furious when she overhears a worried Doug talking to Diane about Ashley, while the police ask Harriet about the stolen goods. Marlon wonders why Bernice is acting awkwardly around him.
Ashley is relieved to return to the care home, and Laurel enjoys a moment of delight when they dance together. Harriet realises how much pressure Cain is under when she sees him comforting Debbie, and Faith is determined to prove she is a good person.
Harriet catches Cain with a bag of stolen goods, Debbie is saddened by the conflict between Faith and Chas, and Arthur falls ill, which means his family is not able to visit Ashley.
Chas and Faith are pushed into having a heart to heart which seems to go well at first, but it seems their relationship may be permanently broken. Arthur lies to Laurel, claiming to feel well enough to visit Ashley - but he ends up being violently sick. Harriet is shocked when Cain offers her a cut of the profits from selling the stolen phones.
Bob visits Ashley at the care home, and is there when he has a violent coughing fit and finds blood on his hands. Chas expresses her anger to Moira who initially tries to defend Faith. Jai meets a woman at a narcotics anonymous meeting who reminds him of Holly and inspires him to open up about his feelings over her death.
Laurel learns that Ashley is ill, but is determined not to give up hope. Jai reaches out to Nell and tries to help her turn her life around. David is angry that Tracy has sent out a picture of him without his permission - but changes his mind when he finds out about the reaction she has got.
Liv receives bad news about Sandra, who has been taken seriously ill while on holiday. Chas offers to accompany her on a trip overseas to visit her, and also has a confrontation with her own mother. Tracy decides to break up her writing partnership with Pearl.
Laurel is hopeful that Ashley will recover but is soon left heartbroken when doctors deliver the terrible news that Ashley won’t discover. Laurel makes the decision to take Ashley home for his final days and worries about how to tell the kids that he hasn’t got long left. Cain can’t believe it when he sees Faith working on the farm but Moira encourages him to see things from her perspective and to try and rebuild his strained relationship with his mum. A guilty Vanessa tries to make amends with Rhona but is hurt to find that Carly is her maid of honour. Pierce spies an opportunity.
Even though Paddy has advised Vanessa to call off her feud with Pierce for the sake of her friendship with Rhona, she later spots Pierce watching the video he said he deleted and decides to expose him. With Ashley home, Laurel tells Gabby that Ashley has only days left and she fears that she won’t get some time alone with her dad. Delighted with the apparent success of her first novel, Tracy starts work on a second.
With Ashley back home and visitors coming and going, Gabby opens up about her fears and Bernice assures her that she will get to say a proper goodbye to her dad. Meanwhile, the Thomas family struggle with enormity of the situation. Vanessa makes a big mistake as she takes on Pierce again while Debbie is unsure about Faith’s plans for a surprise party for Aaron and Sarah.
Robert is concerned that Rebecca will expose their secret to Aaron as the day of his release arrives. Elsewhere, Faith continues to prepare the surprise party but Debbie still has misgivings. Jai continues to help Nell but how will she react to his gestures? Rhona is emotional in the wake of Vanessa’s actions while pressure mounts at the Thomas household.
Aaron is overwhelmed at the party and needs to head outside where he finds himself suffering an anxiety attack as Robert tries to help him. Later, Robert is worried to see Rebecca talking to Aaron – will she reveal everything?Rakesh has some words of warning for Jai over Nell while Pierce is smug as Vanessa despairs. The end of Ashley's journey is nigh.
Life for the Thomas family changes forever as Laurel spends a final, touching moment with her beloved husband before Ashley passes away in deeply emotional scenes. Jai’s concern over Nell reaches new heights while Robert continues to be unnerved by Rebecca but what is she up to?
Victoria feels unwell, and begins to hope she might be pregnant. She seeks advice, but in the process, she accidentally gives away someone else's secret. Gabby struggles to cope with her father's death and lashes out, while Robert feels under pressure from Ross.
Adam finds Victoria's pregnancy test and jumps to conclusions, immediately telling Moira that he is going to be a father. Bernice feels that she is responsible for Gabby's misery at not getting to say goodbye to her father properly, and Rebecca receives news that leaves her reeling.
Faith goes on a date with Rishi that seems to be going well when they go back to the farm together. However, he leaves hastily after she tells him about her double mastectomy, leaving her feeling rejected. Ross sees he has an opportunity to blackmail Robert, while Adam comes up with an idea.
Gabby refuses to forgive Bernice for preventing her from saying goodbye to her father. Robert realises he must act quickly, and suggests to Aaron that they go on a trip to visit Liv. An emotional Faith tries to prove her suspicions over Rishi's reasons for running out on her.
Harriet feels guilty for making mistakes during Ashley's funeral. She receives some moral support from Cain, who visits the church with some brandy, but may have an ulterior motive for helping her. Laurel goes home for some much-needed rest, and Sarah worries about Faith.
Harriet is suspicious of Cain's motives for comforting her - and is soon proved right when she catches him using the church to conceal stolen goods. Bernice comes up with a plan to put things right, and Adam and Victoria receive some news.
Pierce suggests to Rhona that she consider taking a job in Scotland. Ross refuses Rebecca's help. And Cain is furious after spending a night behind bars.
Harriet ushers Cain out of Woodbine Cottage. They are nearly caught by Paddy, who inquires what Cain is doing so early in the morning. Cain cheekily remarks he's been knocking off the vicar; Paddy assumes he's joking. Rhona still feels awkward about people seeing the sex tape and is reluctant to look at one of the cows at Butlers Farm as Adam will be there.
Bob gives Emma a freebie by way of thanking her for sorting his sore back but Emma warns Bob to go easy on the spray as it's as strong as it gets. Victoria assures Adam that him being infertile doesn't change a thing but Adam insists it changes everything. He worries about the other issues he could have if he does have Klinefelter syndrome.
Rhona and Pierce discuss the lack of family at their wedding. Pierce reveals that his mum binned the invites he sent to his family. Nicola encourages Jimmy to see if he can go to Pierce's stag-do as she insists they needs to start mingling with more professional couples. Tracy tells David and Leyla that she's invited her fans to the shop today. Leyla spots some comments that David didn't post and conclude there's actually fans coming today so they try to talk Tracy into cancelling the event.
Pierce is shocked to come face-to-face with his mother Martha and is annoyed Vanessa has stuck her nose into his business again although Vanessa questions why Pierce is lying to Rhona. Martha is hopeful that Pierce will give her a chance and Rhona wonders why Pierce lied to her. Pierce walks out of the pub and Martha chases after him.
It's the middle of the night and Pierce can't sleep on the sofa. Rhona appears in her dressing gown and tells him she hasn't slept as she hates them rowing.
It's Rhona and Pierce's wedding day. Carly calls round at Smithy Cottage with a bottle of fizz to help Rhona get ready. Meanwhile, Pierce phones Gavin to check everything is on track. In the café, Frank helps Megan prepare for a business meeting.
Terrified Rhona lies on the floor whilst Pierce gets redressed. At The Woolpack, everyone, bar Paddy, is having a good time at the wedding reception. Pierce asks Rhona to get up. When she doesn't, he sits down next to her and offers her a glass of water
At the Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Rhona has a shower and stares at her bruise covered body. In the café, Lydia overhears Lisa and Kerry discussing the cleaners walking out of the factory due to Nicola. Kerry and Lisa joke that one of the workers have recorded a song about Nicola but misplaced the CD somewhere in the factory.
Vanessa sees hungover Victoria in the shop. She considers telling Victoria what went on with Adam last night but doesn't as Victoria states she wants to make things right with her husband because she can't lose him. Megan is extremely busy but introduces herself to Nell whilst waiting for Bob to brew her coffee.
Frank can't believe Megan left Eliza in the car. Megan explains she forgot she was in there and worries who's taken her daughter. Frank calls the police. Victoria confronts Adam and Vanessa about keeping something from her.
Sam wants to take Samson to school in Lachlan's Porsche but Samson would rather take the bus. Sam explains to his son that they don't have much so he can't always give him what he wants, but he tries his best. Samson agrees to let Sam drive him to school.
Exhausted Moira returns to the farmhouse having spent the night patrolling the farm. Debbie is surprised to learn Cain has fixed the church roof despite Harriet shopping him to the police. Emma asks Harriet about bible passages to study. Jai informs Rishi, Priya and Rakesh that Megan is threatening to take him to court after he proposed they set some times for him to look after Eliza. Rakesh suggests that might not be a bad thing as it could back fire on Megan but Jai doesn't want the legal hassle. Pete finds Sarah and Jack playing with Moira's shot gun.
At the farm, Ross demands to know why Charity has been ignoring his calls. When Sarah appears, Ross hands her his lucky cap in preparation for her operation tomorrow. Moira thanks Ross for working on the farm but Debbie realises something is being kept from her and questions what's happened. Sam drops £10 in the café and Nell picks it up and hands him back. Nell introduces herself and requests Sam have a word with Megan on Jai's behalf. Sam explains Megan won't listen to him, disclosing social services are involved and Megan has kicked him and Samson out to move Frank in.
Ross arrives home in a taxi with a wad of cash. At Butlers Farm, Charity tries to get hold of him as she picks up some things for Sarah ahead of her operation. Hungover Faith insists once Cain hears about what Ross has been up to he'll put him straight but that's the last thing Moira wants. Charity inquires what Moira is going to do about Ross so Moira explains she's going to talk to him and if he can't give a good explanation, she'll go the police.
Tracy is worked up as she prepares for the book launch. David assures her everything is in hand. Jacob suggests he should be at the launch too but David packs him off to school. Charity tries to talk to Debbie. As Emma watches on, Debbie tells Charity to take the hint that she doesn't want to be near her
Eric believes he's broken some bones and Dan apologises to him. Eric agrees to keep Dan freezing between themselves but suddenly Eric begins to get a pain in his chest. Dan gives Eric some tablets just as the paramedic arrives. Meanwhile, Jacob bangs on the bin begging to be let out.
Dan is uncomfortable as Kerry and Amelia hail him a hero. The robbery is the talk of the café. Noah encourages Samson to scam some money out of Sam. Emma tries to talk to Pete, who suggests she make peace with Moira. Dan discovers the tyres on the camper van have been slashed although lies to Kerry that he must have ran over glass.
Dan has spent the night in the campervan. He returns to Dale Head and Kerry agrees to things behind them. Dan shows Kerry the graffiti spelling "Grass" across the front of the door. Frustrated David informs Dan and Kerry that someone gave Josh and Jamie an alibi. Laurel tells Sandy that the videos of Ashley have upset Arthur, but Arthur insists he's okay. Whilst Laurel makes breakfast, Sandy asks Arthur about the nightmare, questioning if it was about Ashley, although Arthur avoids the question. Samson makes Sam breakfast to try to make things up for lying and stealing. He feels awful that Sam didn't go on another date with Lydia so he could get new trainers.
Sam leaves Lydia another voicemail, apologising and asking her to call him back. Dan has spent another night in the campervan to keep an eye on the house. He informs Kerry he retracted his statement as Josh threatened him with a knife. Laurel announces to Arthur and Sandy that the church is going to pay for Ashley's stained-glass window.
Diane moans to Bob about Eric not pulling his weight at the B&B. Tracy can't get over how frightened Eric looked yesterday. The man himself appears in the shop and apologises to Tracy for last night. David warns Eric not to take the law into his own hands and proposes his father stays with them for a while but Eric refuses.
Rhona is on edge as she takes Leo to the café. Carly sees a picture of a man on her social network site and immediately rushes out of the café. April asks Rhona where Pierce is. Adam has slept at the scrapyard. Moira apologises to him for believing Emma's act and asks to make things right but Adam orders her not to interfere, adamant that Victoria will take him back.
Vanessa struggles to digest what Rhona has just revealed and takes her back to Tug Ghyll to talk. Ross can't see a problem with Emma meddling in Adam and Victoria's relationship but Finn and Pete think otherwise. Over a cup of tea, Rhona tells Vanessa about her and Leo's trip to Devon in place of the honeymoon and how she tried to keep things normal.
Lydia gets a fright when she finds Nell sleeping on the floor of the factory staff room but she has Nell's back when Rishi and other workers arrive. At Tug Ghyll, Leyla questions Rhona about the breakdown of her marriage. Before she scurries off to work, Leyla informs Vanessa that she's said Pete can stay. Rhona is adamant she should be in her own home so Vanessa begs Rhona to give Pierce's name to the police.
Carly assures Marlon she can handle Leo being around full-time. Besotted, he tells her she's amazing. When Carly takes April and Leo to school, Marlon looks at the engagement ring he's bought. Rhona worries that Marlon doesn't think she's fit to be a mother so Vanessa suggests tells Marlon the truth but Rhona refuses.
It's Amba's birthday and Rishi has his face painted as a jaguar. He offers to do face painting at the party but Priya isn't keen. Nell gives Amba a card but is forced her to hide when Megan appears at the door to drop of Eliza.
Priya catches Jai and Nell kissing at the factory. She inquires how long they have been together and reveals Megan knows Nell was at the party and about the pills. Jai inquires how long Nell has been on the anti-depressants. Sam finds Belle and Lachlan in the café. Sam asks Bob about a job for Zak but Bob isn't hiring so Sam suggests Lachlan's family could help out.
Kerry tries to take Dan's mind off things. It's Sarah's first day back at school and Debbie believes they can now start looking forward again. Rebecca advises Ross that if he wants to make some proper money he should look into high-end car leasing. Chrissie uses the opportunity to make a dig at Ross about stealing cars. Priya confronts Jai about Nell still being at Holdgate Farm so Jai reveals he caught Nell cutting herself.
DC Croker interrogates Dan about Josh's attack. Dan maintains his innocence but DC Croker claims Josh has identified him as his attacker. Eric inquires about the latest on Dan. He doubts Dan's guilt. Jacob questions if Dan will be sent to prison although states Josh had it coming.
Tracy enquires how Dan is and can't believe it when Kerry explains Josh has identified Dan as his attacker. Kerry believes Eric enlisted the help of David or Jacob to attack Josh. Tracy refuses to allow Dan to go down for something she did. Zak, Lisa and Belle bump into Lachlan after collecting Alfie from the vets. Lisa isn't pleased to learn Zak allowed Belle to see Lachlan in return for Lachlan having a word with Chrissie on Zak's behalf. Zak tries, unsuccessfully, to flog the left-over burgers to Moira but she is called away after hearing about a broken gate.
Debbie washes one of Lawrence's fancy cars ahead of leasing it out tonight. Charity struggles to entertain herself as she watches but gets Debbie to agree to going out for lunch. David's attempts to find out how Tracy is aren't successful.
Ross puts pressure on Robert to pay up. Debbie is unimpressed with Charity's efforts to come up with a believable story of why a man was in the boot of Lawrence's car. Robert calls round at Dale View where he tells Ross he can't pay up.
Victoria brings Robert and Aaron a housewarming gift and inquires why the party is cancelled. As Lydia cleans Home Farm, Rebecca sneaks out of the house with a suitcase, leaving behind two envelopes on the dining table.
Adam heads up to the farm and finds Moira lying face down in the barn. Robert asks Victoria to check on Aaron for him. At Home Farm, Rebecca tells Chrissie how she slept with Robert after he had a big fight with Aaron, but the morning after, Robert didn't want to know.
Aaron and Robert have spent the first night in their new home. Lydia calls round at Mulberry Cottage with some of her possessions, including her stuffed parrot Steve.
Victoria tries to talk to Robert about the baby but he refuses, maintaining he doesn't want anything to do with his child. Victoria tries to get Aaron to talk some sense into Robert.
Hungover Carly realises Marlon has a problem with Matt and storms off to the café for breakfast. Lawrence prepares Chrissie and Rebecca's old rocking horse to show Rebecca that he's sorry.
Carly continues to lie to Marlon that she's meeting Tracy. Nell is having second thoughts about her meeting with social services and declares Rosie is better off without her. Chrissie asks Lachlan to help with the business whilst Rebecca is away and suggests he join her at a meeting.
Carly has spent the night on the sofa. April questions why Carly was sleeping downstairs and reveals Marlon was also late home. Nell heads off to meet with social services but doesn't want Jai to accompany her.
Carly begs Marlon to say yes to her proposal. April and Paddy return to Tall Trees Cottage to find Carly down on one knee. Carly assumes Marlon has accepted her proposal.
Marlon wakes up in a strange bedroom and fears he's done something really stupid. As he goes to leave, the door handle breaks. After looking out the window he realises he's in Lydia's bedroom.
Bernice mans the Café whilst Bob and Brenda are in Canada. Marlon avoids Bob's calls and tells Laurel that he's been getting the silent treatment from April.
Nicola plans to go into work despite yesterday's events, but after remembering what happened last night in pub, Jimmy manages to talk her out of it for the time being. At the factory, Kerry tells the other workers that Rakesh started the fire at Mill Cottage for the insurance money. Priya worries that Nicola could still go to the police but Jai doubts it.
Ronnie calls round at Holdgate Farm to talk to Rakesh. He's glad Rakesh is finally telling the truth and refuses to lie anymore. Priya Jai refuses to pay for a solicitor for Rakesh and washes his hands of the situation. Sandy and Arthur aren't impressed that Lydia has served them porridge for breakfast instead of bacon.
Ross and Finn can't believe their eyes. Finn wants to go to the police but Ross stops him, fearing they may be blamed as it's their farm. Priya transfers money from the factory account to her personal account. Jai and Nicola quickly realise what she's up to. Debbie tries to get hold of Faith.
Despite Rakesh keeping everyone else out of his confession, Jai is still nervy. Finn has spent the night researching growing cannabis. Leyla suspects Ross and Finn are up to something and vows to find out what. Arthur worries when Laurel mentions she has a doctor's appointment.
Jai calls Priya to the factory where he informs her he wants Rakesh out of Holdgate Farm right away. He tries to persuade his sister to call an end to her marriage just as Rakesh appears at the factory and announces to them that he's moving out.
Jai is glad Priya has ended her marriage and insists Rakesh doesn't deserve her. Victoria bumps into Robert in the shop and tries to talk to her brother about Rebecca, but he's not bothered.
Lachlan worries about the prostitute Gerry has arranged for him. Rakesh has spent the night in his car. He bumps into Vanessa and spends a few moments with Johnny. Vanessa is surprised to see Rhona arriving back in a taxi.
Rhona has spent the night at Tug Ghyll instead of going back to Smithy Cottage. Before heading out to work, Leyla tells Rhona she was brave for ditching Pierce. Vanessa insists Rhona will need to be even braver now and tell the police that Pierce was the one who raped her. Lydia fills Lisa and Kerry in on Rakesh's escape and Priya's arrest. Kerry relays the information to shocked Nicola.
Petrified Rhona orders Pierce away. He disobeys her wishes and reveals he knows about the drugs suggesting they can fix it together. Pete spills curry sauce over Leyla. Whilst Leyla cleans herself up, it gives Pete an opportunity to begs Priya not to tell Leyla about them. Priya states she hasn't said a word - yet.
Rhona explains to Vanessa that she slept well for the first time in ages as she felt safe. Marlon and Paddy apologies to Rhona with Marlon questioning how he got Pierce so wrong. Rhona is glad they believe her. Meanwhile, Pierce wakes up in a cell.
Finn is nervous ahead of Ross selling the cannabis. Ross bumps into to Robert and Aaron in the café jokes about Robert becoming a father. Robert decides today is the day to get his payback. Lawrence ups security at Home Farm.
Ross is relaxed about selling the cannabis but Finn is worried about the risk they are taking. Ross gives Emma money to find alternative travel arrangements and he and Finn need to use her car. Faith flirts with Eric in the shop. David isn't pleased to see Belle and Lachlan together and Eric reminds her what Lachlan is capable of. Bernice dictates to the café customers what they can have.
Cain is alarmed to hear Harriet was stabbed yesterday and races to the hospital. Ross reveals to Robert and Aaron that thanks to them, Harriet got stabbed by drug dealers last night. Robert suggests Ross should blame himself. Chrissie has barely slept and asks Lawrence if Dean has managed to track down Tim Richards yet as she needs answers.
At Wylies Farm, Cain throws a cup of water over Ross to wake him up. Ross can't understand why Cain is so wound up about Harriet. In the café, Pete asks Priya if she's heard from Rakesh; she hasn't and doesn't expect to.
Cain continues to hold Ross out the window despite Moira's pleas for him to stop. Cain threatens to let Ross drop and only stops when Moira states Laurel has text saying Harriet will be okay. Tipsy Leyla moans about her and Pete's sex life so Priya advises her to spice things up and Tracy suggests Leyla seduces Pete.
Pete tells hungover Leyla that he's booked them couples spa treatments. She's delighted although slightly put out to learn it's at Beauty & Bernice. Pete tells Leyla he loves her. Rodney shows off his magic tricks to the café customers but they don't go to plan.
Charity asks Rhona about Pierce, hoping he could spread the word about the car hire business amongst his wealthy lawyer friends. She comments it's a shame Rhona and Pierce's marriage ended so quickly and questions what happened. Rhona replies by telling Charity to get lost, calling her a nasty, nosy cow. Jacob returns from school and reports that Josh appears to have moved away. David is relieved and Eric wants to celebrate.
Rebecca introduces a friend of Chrissie's - Jools Taylor-Rudd - to Debbie, explaining Jools wants to hire the Bentley for shopping and lunch in town as her daughter Tabitha is about to turn seventeen. Jools offers to up the hourly rate if Ross chauffeurs them about. Debbie wonders if she can trust Ross with the car and the clients.
Laurel talks to Arthur about his behaviour towards Emma yesterday. Arthur insists Emma is scary and tries to tell Laurel about Ashley's videos but they are interrupted by Emma. Laurel wants Arthur to apologise but he refuses, and when Emma mentions choir practice, Arthur runs out the café. David and Eric can't believe Tracy, Frank and Jacob are making excuses for Josh's behaviour.
Arthur isn't acting himself. Emma calls round at Mulberry Cottage and offers to accompany Arthur on the bus to school. Despite Arthur's protests, Laurel agrees. Rhona tells Vanessa that Martha was behind the break ins. Vanessa insists she needs to go to the police but Rhona doesn't think it's a good idea as it will make her sound mad.
Emma sits in the church and prays for God's help, begging not to be taken away from her boys. Charity and Debbie are both in bad moods. Charity asks if she can take Sarah to Megan and Leyla's prom event but Debbie refuses. Lawrence and Ronnie prepare to go to a networking event and are glad when Chrissie offers to step in.
Tracy is disappointed and confused about what she and David overheard last night. She thinks Megan should know, but David advises her not to go rushing in and break Megan's heart. Lawrence calls Dean who confirms Tim Richards lives alone. Ronnie tries to talk to Lawrence but he rushes out.
Arthur puts his sheets in the washing machine just as Diane and Doug call round after returning from their cruise. At Home Farm, Chrissie orders Sam and Lachlan about in preparation for a shoot today. She notices there's £20,000 missing from the business account and questions Lawrence.
Unconscious Lawrence sits in the car surrounded by fumes. Harriet receives a text from DS Holmes about going through her statement. Cain assures her it'll be okay but Harriet isn't comfortable lying to the police. Lachlan finds the gun propped up against the side of the garage.
Lawrence asks Lachlan if he's decided what to do. Lachlan worries what Tim will do next and considers going to the police, but that's the last thing Lawrence wants as everything will come out then. Lachlan agrees to keep quiet when Lawrence says he'll call someone to sort Tim out.
Bob calls round at Mulberry Cottage to check up on Laurel and Arthur. Bob and Laurel still can't work out why Emma told Arthur that Laurel was ill. Emma receives a text from Laurel asking her to come round. In the café, Diane talks to Robert about her cruise but he's preoccupied looking at his investments
Aaron is still in a bad mood with Robert. Victoria isn't impressed to hear that Robert had the money for Sarah's treatment but didn't cough up. Bernice is awkward around Cain in the café. He asks her about some reviews on the church blog left under the username 'Smiley Bernice'.
Aaron's winces in pain as Robert jokingly touches his stomach as they are walking to the café for breakfast. Aaron makes excuses not to go and instead heads to work. Rhona is down ahead of Pierce's pre-trial hearing tomorrow.
Robert has bought one-way for him and Aaron to go to Dublin, insisting he just wants things to go back to the way they were and assures Aaron that there will be no looking back. Ross looks though a dating app full of posh girls. Kerry flicks through a magazine and spots an expensive bag she'd like for her upcoming fortieth birthday. When Dan pops into the salon, Bernice and Kerry drop obvious hints about the bag.
Adam chases after Aaron as he walks up the Main Street with the wrench in hand. Adam tries to grab the tool but Aaron pushes him to the ground and throws the wrench in Robert's direction. It narrowly misses Robert but smashes his car windscreen. Robert shouts at Aaron, questioning what's going on. Aaron wrestles Robert to the ground and is only stopped when Adam and Pete intervene.
Rhona wakes up on the sofa cuddled up to Paddy to the sounds of someone knocking at the door. Robert has spent the night at Brook Cottage and is pining after Aaron. Diane states the most important thing is Aaron stops hurting himself but Robert refuses to allow Aaron to leave him. DC Osborne calls round to Smithy Cottage to talk to Rhona about the trial.
Rhona feels guilty for lashing out at Vanessa yesterday and thanks Paddy for supporting her. Before Paddy heads to work, he hugs Rhona, which is witnessed by Marlon. Debbie goes to the garage and finds Ross working topless. She asks him to cover up, but he replies that he is sweating and, besides, thinks that she'd like to see his body.
Debbie and Ross prepare for the party tonight. Paddy is avoiding the surgery as he could bump into Rhona. Vanessa, Jimmy and Marlon have all received summons to testify at Pierce's trial but Paddy wonders why he didn't. Chrissie packs unenthusiastic Rebecca off to the accountant to learn about VAT ahead of them taking over the business when Lawrence retires.
One of Megan and Leyla's clients have cancelled their wedding with a day's notice. Tracy suggests Pete and Leyla take the not so happy couple's place as the wedding is already planned and paid for. Leyla likes the idea but Pete isn't keen.
It's Kerry's fortieth birthday, Dan presents her with some earrings and tells her that her party is at the shop. Bob and Faith gossip about Pete turning down Leyla's proposal. Frank hasn't given up hope of a reunion with Megan. Nell is nervous ahead of a meeting with social services so Jai has shuffled round his meetings to be there to support her.
Priya puts her actions to one side as she wants to know why Nell didn't meet with social services. Nell insists she doesn't need to answer to Priya and states she isn't ready to tell Jai yet. Frank follows Megan outside and insists he meant it, he wants to marry her.
Priya debates what to do as she looks through photos of her and Leyla. Nell reminds Priya if she tell Leyla, she'll lose her as a friend. Hungover Nicola is in a bad mood and ends up sniping at Kerry. Bob asks Frank and Megan about their wedding. Leyla can't stand being around the happy couple and makes her excuses to leave.
After her week away, Vanessa catches up with Leyla. Tracy can't get Lydia accusation that Frank is fiddling the books out of her head. Frank vows to get to the bottom of it but Megan isn't bothered, suggesting it will just be a tiny oversight. Jai finds Nell staring at the picture of Rosie and suggests she isn't in a fit state to work.
Rhona debates if she should put on lipstick for the trial, fearing it may give off the wrong impression. At the same time, Pierce prepares the trial and Martha assures him no one will doubt his word. Martha wants to testify on Pierce's behalf, calling Rhona the worst thing that's ever happened to her son but Pierce hits back that she is as she ruined him. Pierce violently grabs Martha by the arm and questions what chance he had with a mother like her.
Marlon refuses to go along with Vanessa's plan to lie in court. Chrissie gifts Lachlan some concert tickets for his seventeenth birthday and Belle arrives at Home Farm with a present for him ahead of their curry date tonight. Victoria agrees to get some shopping and clean the Mill for injured Robert. Paddy can't believe Martha is covering for Pierce. Martha lies the bruises were a result of Pierce grabbing her to stop her falling after she tripped but Paddy doesn't believe a word.
Paddy, Marlon and Vanessa worry when they can't find Rhona. Lachlan furiously confronts Gerry about spiking his drink with laxatives yesterday and orders him to get his stuff and leave. Paddy finds Rhona happily playing with Leo in the playground.
From the stand Pierce whispers "I'm sorry" in Rhona's direction. After a moment of conscience, Pierce continues with his lies and tells the court that he and Rhona engaged in consensual sex. In The Woolpack, DS Holmes bumps into Cain outside the gents and reminds him that Harriet's attackers have to be brought to justice by the book.
Rhona is worked up as she waits for the jury's verdict. Tim visits Chrissie at Home Farm. Harriet informs Finn that Marco and Wayne have been charged as their alibi fell apart. Finn is relieved that his and Ross' names have been kept out of it. Moira notices an atmosphere between Cain and Harriet and questions what Cain has done, reminding him that Harriet is a good woman.
Rhona returns to work. Paddy thinks it's too soon and orders her to put her feet up but Rhona refuses. Lawrence informs Lachlan that he's decided to tell Chrissie the truth. Lachlan thinks he's insane and insists Lawrence needs to stop Tim no matter what it takes.
Laurel updates Bob on her talk with Finn yesterday. Bob believes Laurel maybe overestimating what Emma is capable of but Faith overhears and advises them not to go rubbing up Emma the wrong way. Lawrence ropes Sam into helping him and Ronnie move to St Ives due to problems with the removal men.
Rebecca sits at sedated Lawrence's bedside. Dr Belgrave informs Rebecca and Lachlan that the CT scan confirmed Lawrence suffered a ruptured aneurysm so they'll need to operate.
Diane and Sandy are worried about Laurel after her outburst yesterday. Diane can't understand why Laurel is so bothered about James. Laurel asks Arthur about how long the memory card was in the water but worries when Arthur mentions Emma probably still has the memory card. Rebecca sits at Lawrence's bedside
Hugh puts out the fire but it has ruined any chance of him doing business with Home Farm. Chrissie arrives at Home Farm to collect some of Lachlan's belongs as he'll be moving into Jacobs Fold with her. Chrissie concludes Tim was behind the fire. At Dale View, the Police Officer asks Laurel to come with him but she refuses until she explains why she's here.
Lydia searches Mulberry Cottage for evidence Laurel is drinking again. Laurel tells her she's not drinking so there's no point in searching for a secret stash. Rebecca is on edge as Dean tells her someone has messed with the CCTV system at Home Farm.
Robert lounges about Home Farm wearing Lawrence's dressing gown but panics when he hears a car pulling up outside. Arthur asks Laurel why bad things keep happening to them, wondering if God hates them. Laurel tells her son that bad things happen to good people and that's part of life.
Kerry is all dressed up for the zombie run. Robert assures Rebecca that the zombie run will all come together but that's the last thing on Rebecca's mind as she's worried about Lawrence. Robert suggests Rebecca should maybe cancel the event and she considers it, but Lachlan refuses to allow her to call everything off.
Pete and Priya secretly meet to discuss what they're going to do about Sarah. Pete approaches Sarah and offers her £20 to keep quiet about seeing him and Priya together during the zombie run. Adam witness the exchange and is suspicious. Rebecca is concerned for Lawrence's health and questions how much her father has had to drink.
PC Pierce calls round at Pollard's Barn to ask Eric about his call to the firearms department yesterday. Eric is surprised to learn there was an incident but assures the police his shotgun hasn't left the house. PC Pierce spots Jacob's hockey bag and takes a look at it. Frank can't get the shotgun incident out of his head.
Leyla worries about Jacob. Eric fears he'll lose his shotgun license just as he's got it. David and Jacob return from the police station. Leyla insists Jacob needs to tell the police the truth but Jacob refuses to drop Josh in it. After David makes a stupid comment, Jacob decides to move in with Leyla. Robert assures Victoria that their dad's gravestone won't be broken for long.
At Tug Ghyll, Leyla, David and Tracy try to discuss what to do about Jacob but it descends into an argument between David and Leyla. Leyla calls Jacob downstairs but soon realises he is missing. Frank is excitedly planning for the charity and tries to persuade Megan to let him join her in her room but Megan isn't keen.
Finn has been at Wylies Farm tidying up ahead of the new tenants moving in. He returns to Dale View and shows Emma the needle he found.
Emma panics when she discovers James' note is no longer in her jacket pocket. Finn holds up the note and questions if this is what she's looking for. Leyla is ecstatic when Megan and Frank present her with the designer wedding dress of her dreams that she previously wore at the photo shoot.
Emma prays that her boys will see that everything she has done is for love. Moira notices the sink waste disposal unit is jammed so phones Adam to deal with it. Harriet arranges to meet Cain for lunch. Nicola barks instantiations to Jimmy about keeping the kids occupied during the school holidays. Emma asks Ross about Finn, worried what he may have done
It's the day of Pete and Leyla's wedding. Leyla is being pampered at Tug Ghyll. Pete tries to speak to his bride-to-be but Kerry and Bernice shoo him off. Nicola trains Jimmy so Kerry to orders Dan to go into town to buy some fancy sports gear. Harriet confides in Laurel that there's something going on between Cain and Moira, revealing she witnessed them arguing yesterday.
As they are both hanging out toilet windows, Leyla asks Pete if he's seriously jilting her, questioning how he could. Pete reminds Leyla that she was jilting him too. Leyla and Pete left horrified to discover they are both stuck as they scream at each other. Ross can't believe what's he's witnessing.
Priya wakes up in Pete's arms in the honeymoon suite. Cain and Harriet try to sneak out of Wishing Well Cottage unnoticed but are caught by Zak, Sam and Belle. Kerry trains Dan. Rhona and Vanessa discuss Martha's visit. Vanessa believes Rhona should leave Pierce to rot in jail. Pete and Priya panic when there's a knock at the hotel room door.
Rhona has a hangover. Her mood doesn't improve when Vanessa reveals she accidentally told Pearl about Martha's visit. Kerry heads into Hotten to get Dan some new trainers for the race with Jimmy. Leyla asks Priya to go out as she doesn't want to be at Tug Ghyll when Pete collects his belongings.
Rhona wakes up and panics when she sees Pierce lying in bed next to her. She jolts upright and is relieved that Pierce is not actually there. Megan and Charity go through the final plans to frame Frank. Marlon has dropped Leo back at Smithy Cottage.
Tracy asks Frank if he's managed to sort things with the time share. Megan assures him that everything is sorted - they just had the wrong company name. Frank worries there will be additional problems so wants to talk to 'Mendora' himself but Megan manages to put him off. Rhona receives multiple texts from Paddy and is unsure what to do.
Frank packs the suitcases in the car. Megan leaves Eliza with Tracy, saying she's off to get some food for the journey. Adam is surprised to learn Victoria is joining him and Aaron at the gym. Marlon approaches Paddy in the café and queries how things went with Rhona.
Frank tries to get hold of Megan. Meanwhile, Megan bangs on the cellar door desperately trying to get out but no one can hear her over the music. At the gym, Adam asks Aaron's advice about what to do about Victoria now but Aaron is distracted by coming face to face with Jason.
The fraud and Frank's arrest is the talk of the café. Marlon is worried about his and April's money. Zak inquires how Aaron and Adam got on at his old gym. Adam isn't keen to return due to Jason but Aaron is determined to go back. Megan is on edge but Charity orders her to calm down as if Frank had wanted to drop her in it, she'd have spent the night in a cell.
Aaron is set on going to the gym despite Adam, Zak and Sam trying to stop him due to Jason. Vanessa, David and Tracy worry about Frank. Vanessa suggests this may be karma for all the people Frank has ripped off.
Faith attempts to sneak out of Connelton View but Rodney catches her as she's leaving. Cain returns from working away and is immediately accosted by Robert who tells him about Aaron and Jason's proposed fight. David apologises to Eric for what he said about Faith but Eric concedes his son may be right.
Whilst on his morning run, Aaron finds Jason bloody and bruised in the Cemetery. Jason reveals Cain was responsible for his beating and insists someone is going to suffer for this. Aaron offers to take Jason back to Mill Cottage to get cleaned up.
Robert is worried to see Aaron running again fearing he may be over doing things. Moira has slept well for the first time in ages and wonders if it's worth going to the doctors later. Robert inquires how Lawrence is this morning.
With the fire alarm screaming, Emma questions if Robert set it off and threatens to call the police. Robert thinks on the spot, concocting a story that he's addicted to diazepam. Debbie is disgusted with Charity. Eric tries to talk to Debbie about hiring the Bentley but Debbie is in a foul mood.
Amelia tells Dan that he should be proud of Kerry for giving haircuts to the homeless. She decides to go through her father's wardrobe to find clothes he can donate. Eric is looking at Caribbean cruises and considers selling some of his assets.
Dan has spent the night in the camper van. Amelia brings him a cup of coffee and lectures her father about his treatment of Daz. Jimmy is confused when Robert gives him a wad of cash to post a letter whilst he's in Brussels. Emma reminds Robert that he's missed his doctor's appointment.
Debbie tells Moira that she hopes to buy Jacobs Fold at auction. Charity isn't pleased to walk in on Moira and Debbie hugging but tells Debbie that she's found a solution to her financial problems. Debbie thinks it's too good to be true. Nell goes through the photos of Brenda and isn't pleased with how they've turned out. When Nell goes inside, Jai takes a look at the photos. Charity arranges to meet with the rich potential client this afternoon in a posh hotel. Frank comments that in all his time in prison, he never met someone so devious and ruthless as Charity. Brenda gives Moira a wad of cash explaining they've sold the last of Holly's pictures.
Amelia has invited Daz inside. He notes the plaster on her finger. Jai attempts to set up some new camera equipment he has bought for Nell. Her response underwhelms him and he begins to worry when Nell snatches her bag. Cain calls round his old mates as he desperately tries to find out who took the Bentley. Debbie tells her parents that the insurance company have agreed to pay up. Daz asks Amelia about taking the knife.
Jai is thinking about his future with Nell and the baby, assuring Nell he's excited. Bob and Brenda are preparing the café for Nell's photo shoot. Cain has noticed his phone is missing. He asks Harriet about it which she take offence to. Rishi can see there's something up with Jai. Debbie sneaks into Dale View when Emma leaves and orders Ross not to do the job. Ross agrees.
As Nell talks to Moira about 'Rosie' and her relationship with Jai, Jai is staring at all the photo frames with 'Rosie' in them. Jai grabs a photo frame and takes it to a shop assistant demanding to know who the baby is. Priya follows Leyla back to Pear Tree Cottage insisting Emma's allegations aren't true.
Megan calls round to Holdgate Farm to check on Jai but he isn't there which worries Rishi and Priya. Tracy feels jealous when David comforts distraught Leyla. Pete appears in the shop hoping to make things work with Leyla, stating sleeping with Priya was a mistake. At Holdgate Farm, Priya fills Megan in on her fling with Pete.
Drunk Leyla gives Tracy her birthday present - the glasses Tracy got Leyla and Pete as a wedding gift. Nicola is still in the dark about Jai and Nell so Moira informs her Jai was arrested for assaulting Nell after she had a miscarriage. Jai states Nell is a pathological liar.
Tracy has spent the night on the sofa; David begs his wife for forgiveness. Tracy opens a package containing a dress she bought for Thailand so she walks out and bumps into Vanessa outside. Tracy confides in Vanessa how she feels second best even on her birthday. Jimmy hopes to spend some alone time with Nicola but Nicola has already arranged a girls night. Leyla feels awful to realise the trouble the loan has caused.
Vanessa finds Leyla where David and Tracy's ceremony took place yesterday. She tries to get Leyla to talk to her about David but Leyla avoids the topic.
Ross can't believe Debbie is planning to steal the watches that were in Mr Waterhouse's penthouse suite. He can see all the holes in Debbie's plan so offers his services but Debbie refuses. Debbie receives a call from Graham. Nicola suggests to Jimmy that they should go to Rome to butter him up before asking him to put Laurel's flat pack furniture together.
Whilst Tom gets changed, Debbie looks around the penthouse to find where Ross is hiding. Kerry, Dan and Daz are cleaning up the salon when furious Nicola returns with Daz's knife. Liv is disgusted by the state of the flat but Aaron is more concerned about her fleeing Ireland. Whilst Debbie helps Ross escape the penthouse, she gets an eyeful of half naked Tom.
Debbie stares at Tom's business card. Over breakfast Liv continues to pester Aaron about Robert so Aaron admits that Robert slept with Rebecca who is now pregnant. Kerry's face is a mess after the tanning machine malfunction.
As Aaron walks Liv to the bus stop, he can't help but stare at Robert. Robert has had a brochure for designing nurseries delivered. Eric informs Debbie that the auction for Jacobs Fold is in five weeks time. Debbie offers him £10,000 on top of the sealed bid amount for the house but Eric rejects her improved offer. Debbie prepares for her lunch date with Tom to go over the terms of him investing in the car business.
Aaron has spent the night at Liv's bedside. Dr Mason thinks Liv may have deliberately overdosed but Aaron insists it was an accident. Paddy and Zak appear at the hospital to support Aaron. At Home Farm, Robert replaces the bottle of Armagnac that Liv took but Lawrence tells him to keep it as he's off the drink. Rebecca assures Robert that he isn't to blame for Liv and suggests he calls in at the hospital to check up on her.
Robert asks Aaron if he's talked to the police. He's grateful when Aaron confirms he hasn't. Robert insists he would've never have said about Liv stealing the car but worries what she may say to the social worker later. Rebecca informs Lawrence that she's arranged to meet potential investor Kath in Newcastle but Lawrence doesn't want anyone else having a say in the business.
Rebecca is disappointed to find drunken Lawrence slumped on the floor. Lawrence explains Ronnie's letter said he's found a new man in Brussels. Alex has spent the night on the sofa at Mill Cottage so Liv invites him to stay for breakfast. Arthur is dreading Gabby's homecoming as he fears his sister will hate him for losing the video footage of Ashley.
Robert has managed to get Lawrence into bed. He places a condom wrapper on the bedside table before removing his clothing and climbing into bed next to Lawrence. Lydia calls round at Victoria Cottage and is surprised to be greeted by Jimmy dressed in a 'Tarzan' costume.
Lawrence is in a foul mood and orders Rebecca to cancel her meeting with the potential investor. Sun-kissed Gabby returns from Australia. She soon notices an atmosphere between Bernice and Emma and questions if something has happened although Bernice avoids the question. Lachlan encourages Chrissie to visit Lawrence as he fears Lawrence could be taken advantage of.
Gabby can't understand why Emma destroyed the memory card until Arthur reveals there was a video of Emma upsetting Ashley. Robert places a photo frame with an ultrasound picture of the baby in Home Farm office.
Nicola and Jimmy call round at Mulberry Cottage to apologise to Laurel for yesterday. Paddy invites Marlon for a drink but Marlon has a date later and rubs it in Paddy's face. Laurel questions why Jimmy and Nicola didn't say something instead of making her feel like a nuisance. They soon make up
Gabby borrows Sandy's walkie-talkies to get back at Emma. Due to things kicking off with Emma again, Laurel has decided to visit her sister Caroline. Kerry tries to get Bernice out of the salon so Chrissie can help her with the spray tans. She eventually manages to get Bernice to leave when she lies Rodney is booked in for a full frontal spray tan.
Gabby notices her necklace is missing so Arthur suggests she may have left it in the church. Emma isn't pleased that Finn passed out on the sofa after watching films she views as blasphemous. She tells her son he shouldn't waste his days. Vanessa and Pearl find Paddy tied to the cages in the surgery.
Gabby hides in the wardrobe as panicked Emma looks around her trashed bedroom. Emma is relived to find the memory card still there. Arthur rings the doorbell and knocks on the door before running off, so whilst Emma answers it, it gives Gabby the opportunity to retrieve the memory card and sneak out of Dale View.
It's the first anniversary of Holly's death. Moira is upset Hannah won't be returning for the memorial. Finn hopes the family meal will become a regular occurrence.
Ross inquires if Finn came home last night - Emma lies he did. When Emma turns around, she sees a vision of James so hurries off, telling Ross and Pete she's going to work. Gabby explains to Bernice and Diane that Emma threatened her but Bernice is more concerned about Gabby breaking into Dale View.
As the blaze burns around her, Moira begs Emma to help. Emma thinks this is God's will and doesn't believe Moira is having a baby despite Moira's protests that her waters have broken. Adam is over the moon to be reunited with Victoria.
Finn lays slumped against a tree covered in blood. At the hospital, Moira is unconscious and hooked up to numerous monitors. Dr Reed explains to Adam that Moira has suffered a postpartum haemorrhage which required a blood transfusion.
Finn is pronounced dead as heartbroken Ross, Pete and Victoria watch on. Ross begs the doctors not to give up but Dr Cywinski states they did everything they could. A nurse realises Moira's baby is missing. Emma sits in the back of a rental car with the newborn.
As Emma stands at the edge of the viaduct, she has visions of James and Finn. Emma apologises to Finn and decides to say a prayer before she jumps.
Harriet can't stop thinking about Emma and questions why she didn't go over to Emma when she saw her in the car. Harriet is a little jealous when Cain decides to visit Moira in the hospital. Ross breaks the news to clueless Moses that Emma and Finn won't be coming back.
Harriet visits Moira and the baby in hospital. Moira believes Cain won't want to have anything to do with the baby if it's his. Harriet isn't so sure. Rishi has been at the factory since 6am hoping to meet Una. Lydia lies Una is sick but agrees to give Rishi Una's phone number, which is witnessed by Kerry.
Zak and Lisa are concerned about Cain. Rishi finds Lydia working at the factory despite her sacking the previous day. Lydia explains she's having trouble paying the rent at Mulberry Cottage as well as the home she previously shared with her husband Steve which she can't let go of. Rishi agrees to reinstate Lydia and hands her £50. Kerry approaches Lydia and asks what all of that was about.
Finn's coffin is brought into Dale View ahead of his funeral. Ross and Pete struggle to hold it together. Belle doesn't think Zak and Lisa should tell Aaron about what went on yesterday until they find out all the facts. Leyla finds Pete having a quiet moment at the playground.
Pete and Ross are angered that the police have interrupted Finn's funeral to search Dale View. At the church, mourners gossip about the situation as they wait for Ross and Pete to return. Zak and Sam tie Gerry up in a barn and attempt to get him to confess. Pete and Ross leave the police to search Dale View and return to the church so the funeral service can begin.
Vanessa wakes up in the pub cellar next to Charity. She worries they'll be caught by Victoria and Marlon who are already at the pub. DS Benton calls round at Dale View to question Ross about his whereabouts the day Emma died
Vanessa tries to sneak out of the pub but is caught by Charity. Vanessa insists it was a one off although Charity doesn't believe it. Ross is worried about Pete as he hasn't come home. Rebecca informs Chrissie that they are signing the contracts with 'Rug Tree Bonds' on Wednesday. Vanessa fears Charity will tell everyone about their night together so she begs Paddy to talk to Charity. After initially refusing, Paddy agrees.
Paddy and Rhona are discussing Vanessa's sexuality when they witness Vanessa and Daz climbing out of the camper van still in yesterday's clothes.
Daz is hopeful that he might have a new job. Frank calls in at Tenant House to find out how Eliza is. Megan explains the seizure could point to epilepsy, which is very common in children with cerebral palsy.
Rebecca believes there is something off about Kath. Chrissie also suspects Robert is up to something. Daz is on edge when a man enters the café. Robert worries when Rebecca mentions to Lawrence that not signing the deal with Kath is a possibility.
Panicked Robert explains to Lawrence how he picked up the knife and ended up killing Tim. He insists it was an accident and tells Lawrence he did it for him. Lawrence cannot believe what he's hearing. Harriet bumps into Moira. She asks about the baby and inquires if Cain has been helping out.
Moira feels guilty for not mentioning Holly to the health visitor yesterday. Kerry isn't enjoying life without a television whilst Dan is less than sympathetic towards Daz. Lawrence worries about Tim and can't understand why Robert is so calm about the situation.
Victoria wants to talk baby names with snappy Moira but concludes she's driving Moira crazy and decides to back off for a bit. When Moira gets back to the farm, Faith suggests the name Isaac - Ike for short. Moira barks at Faith for forgetting to sterilize the bottles.
Debbie runs into Penny the social worker and escorts her into the farmhouse. Debbie asks what's going on but Moira insists it's just a routine visit. Debbie tells the social worker that Moira is a brilliant mother. Tracy sets Vanessa up with accountant Amanda. Living with Paddy is starting to annoy Marlon.
Victoria gets emotional as she reads the stories of children who are up for adoption. Moira isn't happy about Faith's meddling yesterday. DS Benton appears at the farm asking to see any vehicles as new evidence has come to light. Paddy reluctantly moves his belongings out of Tall Trees Cottage.
The Dingles prepare The Woolpack for Debbie's birthday party. Charity questions what possessed Debbie to lie to her children about Jacobs Fold. Unaware of what's happened, Sarah continues to plan her bedroom and questions when they're moving in. Paddy reminds Chas that she previously said there would be no happy ending for them. Marlon returns home so Chas hides.
Megan rushes to Holdgate Farm where a paramedic assures her Eliza is fine. He advises that if it happens again, she should talk to Eliza's GP about reviewing her medication.
Hungover Cain is surprised to wake up on the sofa at Butlers Farm. Faith suggests Cain stays to give Isaac a feed, hoping to push Cain and Moira into acting more like a family. Moira tells Cain it's time he left now. Chas and Paddy are still keeping their romance secret. Charity tries to fix the till without Chas noticing but Chas catches her and demands an explanation. Charity explains she thought she found herself a meal ticket but instead Hugo robbed the till as well as the takings that hadn't been banked.
Chrissie and Lachlan move their belongings out of Jacobs Fold. Lawrence arrives with Lachlan's new car - a rust bucket Robert found at the scrapyard. Debbie packs for her business trip. Sarah moans about not being able to tag along but is delighted when Debbie reveals they'll be moving into Jacobs Fold. Pete stands at Finn's grave and talks to his little brother.
Lawrence has barely slept. He believes he overreacted yesterday and worries about Lachlan. Lawrence has had enough of lying and concludes he owes his family the truth about him and Robert but Robert tries to talk him out of saying anything. Gabby isn't in the mood for Halloween, claiming there's enough scary things in real life. Kerry wonders what to gift Rebecca for her baby shower whilst Tracy is only attending for the free booze.
Over breakfast, Arthur asks Gabby if she thinks about what they did to Emma. Gabby admits she does. Bernice has arranged for Doug to chaperone Gabby to and from school. Vanessa catches Paddy on the phone to a woman and concludes he's online dating again. Rhona receives the news that Leo's teaching assistant has been made redundant so arranges to meet Paddy at the café later to discuss it.
Bernice bursts into Mulberry Cottage and questions if Gabby is there but Laurel and Arthur haven't seen her. They realise Gabby has run away. Ross wonders why Pete is so keen to pin Emma's murder on Gabby.
After Paddy cleans himself up, he and Rhona squabble. Paddy insists he was just trying to sort things for Leo. At the police station, Bernice tells DS Benton that Gabby has told him everything.
DS Benton and DC Wilson ask Adam for a chat. Gabby refuses to go to school as everyone is aware she was questioned by the police. Lydia assures Laurel the nobody believes Gabby was responsible for Emma's death. DS Benton inspects Adam's car again and asks when he got the tyres. Adam explains they were changed when his car was serviced.
Victoria is annoyed to learn Adam's car was seized via gossip instead of from her husband. She worries Cain and Aaron have made things worse by disposing of Adam's old tyres. Moira has a business meeting with a supermarket, leaving Faith to look after Isaac. Aaron isn't pleased to see Liv with Gerry and warns Gerry to stay away from his little sister.
Sarah manages to persuade Zak to pay her £5 to feed the pigs for a week. Eric asks Sarah to pass on a message to Faith. She agrees - for a fee. Adam insists he needs to get rid of the letter, believing Ross is the murderer and is framing him. When Robert hears Lawrence approaching, he picks up the phone and pretends to be talking to Kath who is worried about her investment
Pete finds Ross packing his bags. Pete reminds his brother that running away will make things worse; Ross knows that but leaves anyway. Adam appears at Dale View and suggests Ross and Pete are cahoots to stitch him up. Aaron orders Gerry to clean the flat and then lend a hand at the scrapyard. Kath calls in at Home Farm to see Robert and they head out for coffee. Rodney shows Nicola the necklace he hopes will win back Faith. Morris appears in the pub to collect the money from Eric.
Grumpy Eric scrapes the posters off of the side of Pollard's Barn. Rodney makes a joke about it but Eric is in no mood to be made fun of. Faith joins in the mickey-taking. Lawrence doubts Robert will take the job in Slough. He asks Robert to join him at a meeting in Hotten later to show him how much he's need and wanted.
At the hotel, Robert tries to figure out how he can avoid sleeping with Lawrence. Lawrence leans in for a kiss but Robert is saved when Victoria phones with the news that Rebecca is in labour. Rodney is forced to admit to the Undercover Officer that the antiques belong to him, not Nicola.
Doug insensitively talks about the baby in front of Aaron. Rebecca is knackered. She yet to name her newborn son as she wants to make the decision with Robert. Bernice can't stop thinking about Mrs Dumphreys. Nicola tries to persuade Bernice to cash in the betting slip.
Rodney informs Faith that the police are taking no further action against him. He suggests they go to the coast to celebrate but can see Faith isn't keen. Rhona has a meeting with the school PTA to ask about fundraising to keep Leo's teaching assistant. Rebecca suggests they name the baby Storm but Robert hates it. Instead she puts forward the name Sebastian which gets the green light.
The Dingles are in disbelief as they try to come up with a solution to save Wishing Well Cottage. Sam suggests Faith asks Eric to have a word with some of his council cronies. Stressed Rhona has had to stop baking for the fundraising bake sale as her oven has packed in. Paddy jokes it's for the best as he's tasted her baking but allows Rhona to use the kitchen at Tall Trees. The Dingles enlist Eric's help to fight the compulsory purchase order. Robert offers to take Sebastian off Rebecca for a few hours. Lachlan believes the doting dad routine is a con but Robert insists all he wants is to be a good dad.
Rhona, Marlon and Vanessa prepare the village hall for the bake sale. Zak requests Eric looks over the letter Belle has written to the council contesting the compulsory purchase order. Eric makes excuses. Paddy has bought some cakes as his offerings ended up burnt.
Moira has had a rough night with Isaac. Harriet has arranged for another vicar to take Isaac's christening. Sam and Zak head off to see the solicitor. Faith tries to persuade Cain to attend the christening but Cain doesn't appreciate her interference. Rhona attends a PTA meeting to smooth things over with Daphne. Eric apologises to Sam for not paying for the solicitor.
As Victoria holds Isaac, Adam tries to get to the bottom of what's going on. Moira states she doesn't want the baby but Adam thinks she's just sleep deprived. Journalist Molly continues to take photographs as Belle grabs the golf club from Zak to prevent him causing any more damage. Lachlan asks Molly to leave but she already has enough material to write her story.
Adam and Victoria try to get Moira to tend to Isaac but Moira is in a world of her own. Faith asks Adam and Victoria not to start thinking of Isaac as their child.They assure her they aren't trying to take him. Faith speeds down to the garage and orders Cain to come with her immediately as there is something up with Moira.
Cain collects Isaac from Butlers Farm. Moira has an appointment with Dr Cavanagh later. Chrissie is upset Lachlan is ignoring her texts. Loved up Debbie returns from her jaunt with Tom. Leyla is concerned for Pete. Charity inquires how Debbie's trip went. Debbie lies it was all work so there was no time for pleasure.
Chrissie is concerned as she hasn't heard from Lachlan and blames Lawrence for bringing Robert back into the business. Cain helps Debbie move into Jacobs Fold. Sarah wonders if Debbie's boyfriend will be moving in too but Debbie denies even having a boyfriend. Chrissie apologises to Lawrence for lashing out. Frank takes a shine to a stray dog who keeps appearing in the shop. Leyla calls round at Dale View to help Pete get back on track.
Sarah's reveals she saw Debbie kissing Tom yesterday. Debbie tries to explain but Sarah walks off. Lachlan turned Home Farm's CCTV off before he went missing which is making it harder to locate him. Worried Chrissie suggests the police talk to Gerry but they already have. Megan and Frank are back together but Megan continues to sneeze in the presence of Frank's stray dog.
Sarah lies to Debbie that she isn't feeling well. When Debbie suggests they go to the doctors, Sarah admits she's fine, she wants to hang out with Debbie and Tom. Nicola is annoyed to see Bernice has spent more money since they agreed not to touch it so she heads off to the shops to spend some too. The police think Lachlan is avoiding his family and Chrissie is starting to believe it.
Gerry is surprised to learn Lachlan has been hiding out in the loft all this time. Lachlan gives Gerry a tour of the area, pointing out all of the ways he's spying on his family. Gerry can't understand Lachlan's motives and suggests Lachlan has lost it. Lachlan watches as distraught Chrissie blames herself for him committing suicide. His plan is working. Sarah is rushed to hospital.
Jimmy no longer believes Bernice and Nicola can keep Mrs Dumphreys winnings as they see her true heir everyday. Nicola still wants to keep, but like Jimmy, Bernice can't live with the guilt. Bernice insists they'll need to come up with something really clever to give Lydia the money. Debbie and Sarah return from the hospital.
Chrissie has been on the phone to the police, they've checked the entire reservoir and found nothing. Although relieved, Chrissie still fears her son could be dead. Belle suggests setting up a social media page to help find Lachlan.
Rebecca assures Chrissie that Lachlan will return home. Chrissie wishes her son could see how much his family miss him, unaware he's watching her. Lachlan tells Gerry that his stint in hiding is nearly over. As Doug puts up the Christmas lights, he and Diane remind Bernice she needs to tell Dee Dee the truth as the longer she leaves it, the worse it'll get.
Liv is annoyed that battered and bruised Robert has spent the night on the sofa. Aaron can't believe it was Lawrence who beat Robert up. Chrissie is delighted to have Lachlan home. He claims he's sorry for the worry he's caused and apologises to Rebecca for losing it with Seb. Lachlan pretends to be surprised there was something going on between Lawrence and Robert and jokes he's the only family member Robert hasn't tried it on with.
Sarah is excited to attend the Christmas lights switch on with Tom later. Robert has been released without charge. He insists all that matters now is finding his son. Diane makes Robert aware how disappointed she is. Lisa reveals to Eric that the appeal date will be confirmed in a few days. She worries the effect all of this is having on Zak.
The countdown to the Christmas lights switch on begins but the lights fail to turn on. Charity returns to the village and tells Debbie there is something she needs to hear. Lisa is considering the offer that's been made for Wishing Well Cottage but Zak continues to maintain they're not going anywhere.
Charity inquires who Tom's mystery woman is. Despite Debbie explaining she was a colleague, Charity still believes Tom is dodgy. Debbie allows Charity to meet Tom later. Sam notices Alfie isn't himself so asks Lisa to keep an eye on him.
Leyla prepares to set Pete straight on their future - or lack thereof. Frank dresses up as Santa ahead of hosting a grotto in the shop. Jai brings along Tip, who's wearing a reindeer costume. Liv is annoyed when Robert calls round at Mill Cottage with a letter Aaron left in the port-a-kabin. She decides to feign an injury in a bid to bring Alex into Aaron's orbit. Lisa has spent the night at the B&B. Now that she's calmed down, Belle encourages Lisa to speak to Zak.
David is distracted after Leyla's deceleration of love yesterday. Robert asks Aaron for a drink later so Liv makes him aware Aaron is going out with Alex today. Rhona rants to Marlon about Leo having to audition for an additional role in the nativity. Rishi is adamant Jai can't keep Tip. Pete apologises to David for punching him before assuring Leyla she'll find someone who makes her happy and gives her a hug.
Paddy informs Chas that Zak and Lisa brought Alfie to the surgery last night. The dog has liver cancer and he's been avoiding telling the Dingles. Chas offers to be there when Paddy breaks the news. Rhona apologises to Jessie for being so pushy yesterday.
Zak and Lisa have spent the night in a tent and have built a barrier using scrap and old pallets to prevent anyone to do with the golf course development from accessing their land. Belle reminds her loved up parents they can't spend the winter sleeping outside.
Eric tries to explain what went on but Faith believes he's just trying to salve his conscience. Morris wants the incriminating laptop back, reminding Eric he has proof that he broke into his house. Eric hands over the laptop and goes running after Faith but Faith speeds off in his car. Rhona admits to Vanessa that she told Paddy she still loves him. Vanessa thinks she's insane.
Harriet tries to talk to Pete about Emma's funeral but he's not interested. Victoria is nervous ahead of her and Adam's meeting with their social worker Rita. Harriet approaches Adam mentioning Emma's funeral and the state Pete is in.
Ross sits at Pete's bedside. He begins to stir and mumbles about Emma and being sorry. Adam and Victoria discuss what Adam overheard Ross saying. Adam concludes Ross killed Emma and planted the confession letter in his car. Victoria orders Adam to let this go as he can't go around accusing Ross without evidence.
Moira is still struggling to sleep. Brenda has picked up that Bob isn't acting himself. Victoria also notices her husband is distracted but assumes it's because of Isaac. Both Pete and Ross want to get the funeral over and done with. At Mulberry Cottage, Arthur notices his advent calendar chocolate has been stolen. Arthur wonders if Laurel took the chocolate as she hates Christmas.
Moira receives a text back from Simon agreeing to meet this afternoon. Adam has spent the night at Mill Cottage leaving Victoria to wonder if he'll be attending their adoption meeting today. Ross approaches Victoria to interrogate her about the letter but all Victoria will say is she's sorted it. When Ross asks to see the letter, Victoria is forced to admit she burned it.
Harriet conducts Emma's funeral service in front of a sparse crowd of mourners. Moira takes Isaac to Holly's grave. She sits down and begins talking to her late daughter. Pete struggles to hold it together during the funeral and walks out of the church.
Ross bundled Emma into the car before speeding out of the village, which unknown to him, was witnessed by returning Laurel. At the police station, Laurel explains she went to confront Emma, unaware of what had gone on whilst she was away.
Cain hugs Moira. She asks him to say something. Cain states it was practically self-defence and is adamant Moira has got to get Emma's words out of her head as they're not true. When Moira breaks down, Cain tells her this is exactly what Emma would've wanted. Moira insists she can't live with the guilt.
Cain finds Moira working on the farm. He offers to finish the work so Moira can spend some time with Isaac but Moira refuses, saying Isaac will need to use to not having her around. Things are awkward between Victoria and Adam when she calls in at Butlers Farm with some post. Moira feels awful for the effect all of this is having on Adam's marriage so she suggests Adam tells Victoria the truth. Bernice returns to the salon following her trip away with Dee Dee and immediately implements a price hike.
Brenda wants to talk to Laurel about Bob. Laurel tries to avoid the conversation but Brenda is worried and believes Laurel knows something. At the police station, DS Benton and DC Wilson quiz Adam. DS Benton asks about Emma and how terrified she must've been in her final moments. He suggests Adam was out for revenge for James' death but Adam states James was his dad only by blood - there was no deep bond.
The twins have picked up that things aren't right between Bob and Brenda. Sam wants to have it out with Bernice over stealing Lydia's inheritance although Laurel believes Lydia should hear Bernice's explanation before she decides to do anything.
Adam is still languishing in a cell at the police station. Meanwhile, at Butlers Farm, Cain has locked Moira in the bedroom to stop her going to the police. Liv continues to nag Aaron about Alex and is pleased to learn Aaron and Alex are going Christmas shopping later. She suggests they pop into the pub beforehand as Chas wants to meet Alex.
In a state, Moira rushes into the police station and asks to speak to DS Benton, blurting out she killed Emma Barton. Whilst Rhona attempts to smooth things over with Veronica, Paddy catches Charity and Vanessa together. Bernice lends a hand at the soup kitchen in the village hall. Daz also helps out. Lydia asks if Bernice has seen Dee Dee off but Bernice believes Dee Dee will be happier without her there.
Moira decides to return to the police station to tell DS Benton the truth again and make sure he believes her this time as she can't allow Adam to rot in prison for something she did. Cain doubts Adam will alter his statement so Moira decides to make Adam change his mind. Daz prepares dinner ahead of his date with Bernice.
Robert bolts awake on the sofa of Keepers Cottage to find Victoria, Diane, Doug and Bernice preparing lunch whilst singing carols. He questions what happened last night and insists he needs to see Aaron. Confused Robert walks outside where a band are performing and Dan and Amelia sing along.
It's Boxing Day and hungover Gerry is feeling the effects of spending Christmas Day with the Dingles. Aaron assures Liv that he and Robert are over for good, revealing he's meeting Alex later. At Butlers Farm, Moira tearfully packs away Holly, Hannah and Adam's stocking's. After staring at an old family picture, she picks up Isaac and comforts him.
Alex has spent the night at Mill Cottage. Zak has learned the golf course inquiry is Friday so asks Bob to help him out by providing fake receipts for meat to show that the Dingles livelihood depends of Wishing Well Cottage. Bob wants to talk it over with Brenda first. Robert explains to Victoria that being hit by the car has put in perspective how much Seb means to him.
Cain finds Harriet at Emma's grave. Harriet questions if it's even occurred to Cain that Moira told her because she wants to do the right thing. Cain continues to defend Moira and insists Emma wanted to die so if Harriet goes to the police, Emma wins. Robert refuses to be bullied out of Seb's life by the Whites - he vows to get his son whatever it takes. Gerry has lost his ID.
Chrissie tries to talk to Lachlan about the potential move to Australia but he claims to have better things to do. Brenda is suffering the consequence for her excessive drinking yesterday and feels awful for letting Cathy and Heath see her in that state. Moira approaches Cain and Harriet in the café to inform Cain that she's taking Isaac for a scan on his heart.
2011
Eric is avoiding Val and she is avoiding him. Amy tells David about Michael's accusations. David tries to speak to Eric but he walks away. Adam breaks up with Scarlett, she is devastated. Will is playing games with Belle, he keeps getting calls on his mobile and eventually throws it on the floor, breaking it. He confides in Belle that Nathan keeps calling him. Ella goes to Jai for advice on how to win Declan back. Eric tells Val about what happened with Elizabeth and how he couldn't let her keep implicating him.
Maisie is cross with Will for losing his phone. Derek flirts with Lisa. Jai doesn't like the way Maisie is treating Nikhil, he thinks Nikhil is being too nice. Amy asks Eric if he killed Elizabeth and he flies off the handle and throws her out. Val turns up and tells him she's been doing some digging. Ella and Declan discuss their relationship, both of them agree they would like it to work this time.
Chas, Gennie and Katie are woken by another prank call. They consider changing the number. Jimmy speaks to Scarlett about her going to Canada. She tells him to stop worrying as it's only a holiday. Chas confronts Andy, suspecting him of the prank phone calls, she demands to see his phone.
Maisie is awkward around Nikhil. Derek continues to flirt with Lisa, but she takes it in good spirits. Nikhil tells Jai he proposed to Maisie. Jai thinks he's an idiot. Maisie goes to see Ryan at the garage and tells him Nikhil proposed. Jai asks for two people to do overtime at the factory. Lisa volunteers, followed by Derek.
A tearful Will tells Belle about Maisie and Nikhil's engagement. He fears that Nikhil will put him in a boarding school. Belle tries to reassure him, but Will yells at her, leaving her gutted. Jai drives to the factory to see how the overtime is going. He finds the door locked and the place in darkness. He leaves thinking they've finished. Inside the factory, Lisa tells Derek that she wants to go home.
Lisa has called in sick at the factory, she breaks down at home. Justin arrives at the shop looking for Jacob. Amy arrives to see Eric and Val back together. They are grateful for her hard work, but Eric reminds her that she's only temporary and she gets upset and storms out. Leyla asks Justin to stop the court case saying that Alicia is worried that he will bring up the fact that Leyla's his real mother.
Zak is concerned about Lisa. Lisa goes to work and faces Derek for the first time since he raped her. She puts on a brave face. Amy tells Victoria that Pollard and Val may be fostering her. Viv asks Zak to do some work on her roof. The factory girls are worried about Lisa. Nikhil rushes off to buy an engagement ring for Maisie. Lisa is left alone in the factory with Derek. He wants to know why she's been avoiding him and tells her that no-one will find out what happened and that she should move on.
Will says he is too ill for school. Henshall invites Katie for dinner tomorrow, she leaves him hanging. Maisie asks Ryan to her engagement drinks at Home Farm. Andy gives Katie a bracelet to replace the one she had taken. This makes Katie suspicious of him as she never confirmed what item of jewellery was missing. The engagement party is underway at Home Farm.
Katie is picked up for her date by Henshall. Ryan and Andy witness this. Chas spots Carl returning to the village. Maisie returns to Holdgate and confirms that she's breaking up with Nikhil. She tells him that she and Will must go away.
Betty has fallen asleep in her armchair with the TV on. Viv is listening to music while still drinking wine. She settles down on the sofa and drifts off to sleep. Henshall sets light to a petrol soaked rag and throws it into a bin full of rubbish and watches as a fire builds. Nikhil is struggling to cope with Maisie leaving him and arrives at the factory late at night to look at some work.
Viv is still asleep on the sofa as the flames lick through the room. Belle talks to Lisa about Will. Betty is upset about her stuff. Terry and Carl try to break in the front door of the shop. Bob arrives with keys. They open the door but are forced back by smoke. Victoria has a fear of fire and won't move, Diane and Amy try to get her out. Bob goes in to get the twins and Terry goes in after Viv.
Brenda stands alone looking at the wreckage of the fire. Bob realises he has to tell the kids that Viv is dead. Andy has slept on the sofa, giving Katie his bed. Betty is back from hospital and is with Carl at Mill Cottage, he asks her to stay for as long as she likes. Betty is thrilled and plans to move in. Henshall and Prior arrive and start their investigation into the fire.
Flowers have been laid outside the shop for Terry and Viv. As Leyla lays some down, Brenda is reading the cards. Ashley tells Brenda that Terry was a good man. Brenda says that he threw his life away for nothing. Henshall and Prior watch from afar. Bob breaks down in front of Marlon, saying he can't face telling the twins what's happened to Viv.
Floral tributes have been left outside the shop for Viv and Terry. Brenda is touched. She talks to Ashley about the funeral. Gennie is concerned about Katie staying with Andy. Katie doesn't think Andy had anything to do with it.
Katie has stayed at Wishing Well Cottage for the night. She and Chas arrive at Victoria Cottage to assess the damage. Gennie has come to look but will be staying at Paddy's with Brenda for a while. Gennie tells Chas that Brenda doesn't think it's safe living with Katie while someone could be after her.
It is the day of Terry's funeral. Nikhil tells Charity he is worried for Jai's safety because of Cain. Katie tells Gennie that Henshall took her out last night and she feels safe with him. Charity yells at Cain for threatening Jai at the garage. Debbie frog marches them both home. Gennie gets T.J. ready for the funeral and tells him that Terry will be watching him from heaven. T.J. says he doesn't want him to be in heaven. Brenda consoles him and they come up with a plan to comfort each other should they start to cry. Ryan encourages Andy to go to the funeral. Debbie makes Charity and Cain promise to stop arguing. As the funeral service begins, Andy enters the church. Brenda sees him and becomes agitated and tells Ashley to stop as she doesn't want Terry's killer in the church.
Ashley asks Andy to leave the church. Henshall, Katie and Diane follow him out. Andy tells Henshall that he could have told them that he was cleared. Henshall and Katie go back to the church. Prior tells Henshall she doesn't think he should have got involved. Andy can't believe that nobody stuck up for him. He tells Diane to go back to the church. Debbie leaves the church as Ashley speaks about Terry and remembers Viv. Alan starts to say a few words about Terry.
Chas sees Katie returning after having spent the night with Henshall. They both agree they should keep their relationship discreet. Andy is looking forward to going into Sarah's school. But when he catches Pearl gossiping about him in the Woolpack, Carl accuses him of starting the fire, the teachers won't even let him into the school and Katie still believes he's responsible for the fire - Andy wonders if it would be best for Sarah if he left the village. Lizzie comforts Bob when it is decided that TJ will be going to live with Jean in Morocco. Val and Eric get a call from social services to arrange an interview date about fostering Amy. Amy warns them it will be tough. Nicola hints to Jimmy that she wants more children. Aaron is invited out by Adam but chooses to stay with Jackson as he worries about never being able to get his life back on track.
Andy decides to stay at the caravan on Butlers to get away from the gossip for a while. Brenda accuses him of running away. Diane worries about his decision, saying that he won't be able to defend himself. Andy tells her he needs to go to stop him from losing his temper and incriminating himself. Nicola asks Jimmy about having another child. Jimmy gets a phone call from Kelly Windsor but hides it from Nicola. Betty wants to get to know Dermot better.
Carl returns to the village after a night in the cells. Charity winds Cain up again about Jai. He walks out on her, refusing to pay for her drink. Faye refuses to go to the bank for Jai at Charity's bidding. Aaron is trying to spend as much time as possible with Jackson who is still feeling helpless.
Nikhil has to pull out of a business lunch leaving a free space that Faye and Charity fight over. Faye is furious when Jai gives it to Charity instead of her. She decides to pour poison in Cain's ear about Charity and Jai's flirtation. Cain confronts her and her attempts to persuade him that Faye has told him lies falls flat. She tells Faye to stay out of her business. Jackson makes a video diary explaining his guilt about making Aaron sacrifice his chance of having a life by being with him. He breaks down, telling Hazel he loves him too much to see him waste his life on him. Bob and Brenda arrive back from Viv's funeral. Bob and Gennie help move Brenda's things back into Connelton View. Amy worries about tomorrow's social services interview.
Charity heads to a business meeting. Cain disapproves of her provocative outfit. Faye is annoyed when Charity flirts with their new client to clinch the deal. Cain repeats his warning to Jai to stay away from Charity. When Charity arrives to talk to Jai about a delivery of slate, she and Faye start to bicker. Jai suggests to Charity that they continue their meeting back at his with a bottle of wine.
Sam is dismayed as Cain furiously smashes up the interior of the barn conversion, ripping out the copper piping to sell. When Zak catches on that the copper belongs to Jai, he asks Cain if it's about Charity. Cain tells Zak that Jai's lucky. Charity turns down Jai's offer of a top up and heads to the pub, irritated when Chas tells her about Cain confronting Jai earlier and warns her she's playing with fire.
Jai receives a phone call from Conrad about the barn. Nikhil is confounded that Jai doesn't report Cain to the police. Jai assures him Cain will have covered his tracks and he'll think of another way to get him back. Charity tells Cain she's going shopping after accusing him of spying on her. Faye talks to Cain after bringing Ryan a letter and Debbie is annoyed to see Cain watching Faye leave.
Debbie is frustrated that Cain and Charity are still not talking, with Cain sleeping on the sofa. She tries talking Cain around but he refuses to listen. Charity visits Jai, pleased to find out she's still got a job. Cain's intrigued when Faye buys him a drink and sits next to him. Charity's impressed that Jai refuses to back down to Cain and tells her that he thinks they make a good team.
Jackson notices an uncomfortable look between Adam and Aaron when he asks Adam if Aaron behaved himself last night. Aaron confides in Chas that he gave someone his number last night, but feels too bad about Jackson to move on. Jackson hides his distress after pressuring Aaron to tell him the truth about last night, insisting he's pleased that Aaron is moving on with his life. Aaron's devastated when Jackson breaks up with him, saying he can't bear the thought of Aaron feeling obliged to stay with him.
Aaron tells Paddy about Jackson wanting to break up, determined not to let Jackson down again. He visits Jackson and refuses to let them break up, but Jackson remains adamant. Aaron leaves Jackson finally able to show his devastation. He tells Hazel who's furious when he explains Aaron's met someone else.
Catching DS Nick Henshall and Katie coming downstairs together, Gennie is shocked when he tells her he's been taken off the case. Katie agrees to spend the morning with Henshall, unaware he's secretly anxious about Prior's control of the investigation. Prior arrives at Victoria Cottage to ask Katie to go over her statement again.
Moira and John take the wooden plank Brenda uses to try and hit Andy off her and guide her inside to try and calm her down. Henshall tries to explain to Katie why he doctored her statement when Gennie arrives and tells them about Brenda going to have it out with Andy and he heads to Butlers.
Henshall is irritated to see Andy has moved back into Dale View. Brenda apologises to Moira for driving into the caravan, but refuses to apologise to Andy. Diane is proud of Andy when he calmly tells Brenda that she's wrong to accuse him of starting the fire. Andy visits Prior at the police station to tell her about Henshall's involvement in Brenda's attack.
Joe asks Jackson which shirt he wants to wear. Jackson is very grumpy. Hannah and Victoria want some money from Moira and Diane. Aaron takes a call from Flynn.
Val and Eric read the riot act to Amy, but when she overhears Moira saying that she's a bad influence on Hannah, she goes AWOL. Later, David and Leyla catch her arguing with a bouncer having been thrown out of a bar and escort her home. Val is furious and asks why they should care about her when she clearly doesn't care about them.
Debbie tells Cain a few home truths and asks why he won't give Charity a reason to stay with him rather than a million reasons to walk away. Cain reckons Debbie might have a point and it seems like he might be finally ready to calm down. At the same time, Charity congratulates Jai on his cunning when he reveals that he's only booked one room for the night. He says that he knows how Charity feels and reckons she feels the same way.
Charity makes it clear to Jai that, despite Cain's obvious flaws, she loves him and can't cheat on him. Jai finally backs down and tries to get another room, but the hotel is fully booked. Adamant that she was promised a night on the tiles, Charity suggests that they check out but still have a night out.
Charity and Debbie witness Cain leaving Faye's and giving her a goodbye kiss. Charity immediately clocks what's going on and, with a surge of rage, she slaps Faye before screaming at Cain. Heading home, Charity locks Cain out before packing a bag. With Cain gone, she tells Debbie that she ignored temptation for a man who is ready to betray her at a drop of a hat
Doug pays a visit to the pub before leaving the village and, realising it is now or never, Diane bites the bullet as he's about to go. Doug is shocked when Diane tells him that she wishes she could turn back the clock because she thinks they would've been very happy together - and still could be if he would consider staying. Thrown
Henshall finds out from his colleague that a council security camera covers the entrance to the shop where he bought the phone that was used for the prank calls. Hiding his panic, Henshall asks Katie to go away with him on a short break and she agrees, thinking it'll do her good to get away from the village.
Katie tries to hide her alarm as she puts the cuttings away, but when she tries to broach the subject again, she's unnerved when Henshall stops her going back in the drawer. Katie is thrown by Henshall's venom as he desperately tries to hide the cuttings away.
As the police presence grows outside Henshall's home, Katie is shaken by her realisation that she is now a hostage. Outside, Andy and Gennie feel powerless as they wait behind a police cordon. Katie's fear is growing as Henshall acts more and more irrationally, and his anger is piqued when he sees Andy outside. He then goes to a cabinet and calmly takes out a gun.
As Prior struggles to negotiate Katie's release, Henshall makes it clear that he has no intention of letting her go. Ready to storm the house, the police back off when they realise Henshall has a gun. Terrified for Katie, Andy steps forward and makes an impassioned plea for her life. Concurrently Katie plays a dangerous game, coolly insisting that Henshall can't love her if he's putting her through this. From outside, Andy and Gennie hear a shot ring out. Meanwhile, tensions between Nicola and Jimmy bubble to the surface. As the pair argue, Jimmy stops to grab some petty cash before angrily heading off on a late run. Elsewhere, Lisa is sickened to watch Lizzie get closer to Derek.
Nicola wakes to find a note from Jimmy saying that he left on an early work run, but we soon see that he's been meeting with Kelly in Peterborough. Kelly has been asking for money and wants to get back together with him.
With Jimmy still AWOL, Nicola decides to call the police and report him missing. At the same time, Carl answers the office phone and when a female caller asks for Jimmy, he questions who it is - but the line goes dead. Carl doesn't tell Nicola, but this only confirms to him that Jimmy is having an affair. And when Nicola accuses him of hiding things from her he can't help but let her know his suspicions. Meanwhile, at the factory, Lisa is finding it ever harder to hide her fears for Lizzie as she gets closer to Derek. Later, Nikhil mentions that he has some overtime available later that week and Lisa is appalled to witness Derek and Lizzie both sign up for it.
Jimmy's disappearance is really starting to scare Nicola, but she refuses to believe that he could be having an affair. However, when Declan suggests that she should check her bank account, Nicola is upset to find that Jimmy withdrew £500 when he got to Peterborough.
Worried for her friend, Lisa tells Derek to stay away from Lizzie. Calm, Derek replies that she's overstepped the mark - they had a fling but she doesn't get to tell him who to talk to. Later that day, Lizzie gets sick of Lisa's moods and accuses her of petty jealousy when she makes a cutting remark.
Lisa asks Lizzie for a word and, assuming she is going to apologise, Lizzie obliges. Lisa summons her strength and explains that Lizzie needs to stay away from Derek. Lizzie is sure that Lisa is jealous and doesn't understand why she's being like this. When Derek steps in to defend Lizzie, Lisa snaps and blurts out what he did to her. Meanwhile, Nicola and Carl talk to the Peterborough police.
As everyone takes in what Lisa has said, Derek insists that she is just a woman scorned and that they were having an affair. However, Chas assures everyone that this isn't something Lisa would lie about. Unsure what to do with Derek, Jai and Nikhil take him into their office and send everybody else home.
Lisa sees Zak is struggling with his anger and asks him to promise not to take the law into his own hands. Convincing him that the police need to deal with it once she has spoken to Belle and Sam, they head back home. Later that morning, the factory girls are incredulous to see Derek walk in and Jai and Nikhil tell him to leave.
In the pub, Cain steals Nikhil's keys and later that night lets himself into Holdgate Farm. After taking a shower, Charity is shocked to find Cain in her bedroom. She demands to know what he is doing and there is sexual tension between the pair until Jai bursts in. As Charity explains her former partner's unexpected visit, Cain is amused to see a flicker of doubt cross Jai's face and observes that he doesn't seem to trust Charity.
It's the day of Noah's party and there's tension as Jai and Charity witness Cain arrive with a big present. Later, in the pub, Charity tells Cain that she is over him and if he wants her to prove it, she will. She then heads back over to Jai and kisses him.
While on a date with Flynn, Aaron opens up and admits to him that he can't stop thinking about Jackson and is struggling to make sense of his feelings. Flynn tells Aaron that he is disappointed but pleased he has finally been honest with him. Later, Aaron arrives at Jackson's and asks him to be honest with him. Although Jackson begs him not to do this, Aaron says that he can't just turn his feelings off and he never stops thinking about him.
Nicola and Carl are overcome with relief at the hospital when they're assured that Jimmy is going to live. However, they're both stunned to discover he has acute amnesia as a result of a head injury and he remembers nothing about who he is or what happened to him. Despite the diagnosis, Nicola is privately confident that she can trigger his memory.
Faye winds Cain up further when she moans about having to see Jai and Charity all over each other constantly. Later, Cain confronts Charity outside Holdgate and tells her this is the worst decision of her life - she'll never be happy because he won't let her be. As he leaves, Charity's defiance slips as she realises Cain means every word.
Charity is in bed with Jai when she receives a text from Cain and realises he is outside. Looking out of the window, she reveals she's wearing something skimpy and gets back into bed. Later, Cain warns her that as long as she's with Jai, he'll be everywhere she looks and questions whether it's worth it.
Jai confronts Charity about her past and she explains that, while she's not proud of her history, Cain's behaviour is just a desperate attempt to split them up and Jai's falling for it. Later, she confronts Cain and tells him that her and Jai have no more secrets, so there's nothing more he can do.
Jimmy goes out for a meal with Nicola, but as she tells him about her court case for biting a child, Jimmy feels increasingly uncomfortable in her company and can't return her affectionate gestures. Later, Jimmy comes clean to Carl - saying that he's seen the evidence and knows he must have loved Nicola once, but he can't for the life of him understand why.
Nicola joins Jimmy in the pub, where he's been meeting more of the villagers and becoming increasingly aware of the amount of history he's missing. He's just starting to enjoy himself when Nicola drags him away, telling him she's made him lunch.
Gennie takes a message from a demanding customer wanting a meeting with Jai. Nikhil, furious to have received a letter from Faye's solicitors regarding her unfair dismissal, tells Gennie to pass on the message and to tell his brother he wants a word.
At the hotel, Cain grabs Charity - telling her that she's made her point with Jai but it's time to come home. At the same time, Jai has returned from his meeting, furious to have been stood up. He's baffled when Chas asks him why he's in the office when Charity's waiting for him in a hotel room - she realises what's happened and they race to the hotel.
Aaron tells Paddy that he just wants to have a relationship with his boyfriend and heads over to Dale Head to tell Jackson he'll pick him up later. As they arrive at Smithy Cottage, Jackson sees Aaron's bed laid out in the front room and claims that it's awkward and he wants to go home.
The police arrive at Wishing Well and inform Lisa that there's not enough evidence to go to court, so the investigation into Derek is closed. Lisa is devastated, while Zak is furious that there's no chance of getting justice for his wife. As Lisa heads to work, Zak broods and furiously storms towards the van. Sam alerts Lisa to Zak's behaviour and she races to Derek's house, where an irate Zak is banging on the door screaming threats
As Derek and Zak's showdown continues, Lisa rushes up to the house and interrupts just as Zak's about to beat up Derek. As Lisa begs him to stop, Zak holds back. However, when Derek thanks Lisa for saving him, she sees red.
Jimmy takes some paperwork up to the Sharmas' factory when Kelly approaches him, saying she's sorry. Jimmy's baffled and she's alarmed as she realises that he doesn't know who she is. She asks if he remembers anything about the last time they met - he assures her that he doesn't, revealing he's lost his memory.
Aaron is annoyed to learn that Chas has been interfering and is put out when he gets an unenthusiastic welcome from Hazel and Jackson. Aaron tells Jackson that he's talking to his camera too often and should be confiding in him instead.
In The Woolpack, Aaron tells Hazel that he's seen the diary. She snaps at him for prying but he urges her to listen. Hazel refuses to discuss this, but Aaron begs her to at least watch the diaries herself and she reluctantly agrees. Later, Aaron and Jackson return home just as Hazel is replacing the laptop. Hazel pretends to be upbeat but a look passes between her and Aaron and it's clear their secret is going to be a heavy one to bear.
Jimmy has agreed to meet Kelly the following day against Carl's advice, sure that she holds the key to his lost memory. When Nicola asks him to take Angelica to nursery at the same time as his scheduled meeting, he quickly claims that he has to go out on a job and Carl covers him.
Carl passes on a message to Jimmy from Kelly about a new meeting place. Later that day, Kelly waits at a café for a late Jimmy to show, getting anxious and watching the clock. As the door to the café opens, Kelly's put out to see Carl take up a seat opposite her - wanting her to stay out of Jimmy's life. However, she hints that she was already seeing Jimmy before the amnesia.
Carl reminds Jimmy about Kelly's true colours and is pleased that Jimmy has decided to see the specialist again and move back in with Nicola. Later, Kelly rings Jimmy and tells him that Carl turned up and threatened her. Carl is shocked and insists to Jimmy that she was far from threatened and he was just trying to help.
Debbie agrees to spend the evening with Cameron. She then asks Cain to make himself scarce, so he invites Ryan on a night out. Ryan is suspicious when Cain takes him to a posh bar and is annoyed when he discovers that Cain has stolen the keys to a posh car from the bar, keen to make some cash.
Faye tells Ryan that she's leaving the village today and tries to tempt him to come abroad with her. However, Ryan admits that he's settled and his life remains in the village, so Faye accepts that she's going to have to cut the apron strings.
Cameron pulls up the truck near the garage for a word with Cain, but Cain walks off when Cameron asks him if he can buy him a pint sometime. Driving off, Cameron accidentally knocks Cain's wing mirror off. Later, Debbie is at Tug Ghyll when Cain returns, irate that Cameron has damaged his car.
Bob is floored when Kelly turns up claiming that Viv's death has brought her back to the village and seeking refuge for a few nights. Aware that Bob wants to talk, Kelly leaves but insists she'll be back tomorrow. However, she warns that there'll be an extra person in tow. At the same time, Jimmy tells Scarlett about Kelly's claims that they were seeing each other before his accident.
While out on a walk with Nicola, Jimmy's thrown to see Kelly leaving the village shop with a child. Aghast, Nicola questions her motives for coming back while Jimmy watches on in horror, pretending not to recognise her. Landing back on Bob's doorstep, Kelly introduces him to her son, Elliot.
Debbie asks Cameron to move in, which he's quick to accept. Debbie fills Andy in on her news, expecting him to kick off. However, once he ensures Debbie trusts Cameron, he's satisfied. Outside the garage, Debbie tells Cain that Cameron is moving in.
Alicia's frustrated to have more financial pressure put upon her when Leyla tentatively questions when she'll be paying her rent. Soon afterwards, Jacob's getting increasingly excited about his birthday and, worried about her money woes, Alicia watches on in panic.
Rodney meets Kelly for a drink and asks who Elliot's father is. Kelly's unease becomes apparent and Rodney starts to piece things together. Under pressure, Kelly is forced to admit that Elliot is Jimmy's son. When Nicola arrives at the pub, she's incensed to see Rodney so close to Kelly. Insisting they were just catching up, Rodney asks Nicola for a word in quiet but sensing an atmosphere,
As the truth comes out, Nicola is incredulous to have her fears confirmed and realises that Jimmy had been meeting Kelly behind her back. Jimmy's at a loss and can't answer any of her questions, but finding it too convenient, Nicola flies at Kelly before being shown the door by Chas.
Carl tells Nicola that he's on her side and begs her to fight for Jimmy, revealing that he doesn't trust Kelly. Spurred on by Carl's words, Nicola pays Kelly a visit and defiantly promises to stand by her man until the bitter end.
Kelly comes to Pear Tree looking for Jimmy, but Carl tries to warn her off again. However, much to Carl's annoyance, Jimmy later agrees to go with Kelly to talk to Elliot's nursery teacher.
As Val and Eric head out for the day, Amy offers to run the B&B in their absence. However, things take a turn for the worse when Alicia, unable to find the cash for Jacob's school trip, sees the petty cash tin left unattended and can't resist helping herself. Amy assumes the money was taken by a guest she argued with earlier, and is convinced Val and Eric will think she's stolen from them and will throw her out.
Adam's late for work, much to John's amusement, but Adam insists that he won't be coming back to work on the farm any time soon - job with Declan or not. Offering out an olive branch, John apologises for not waking him earlier and they're reconciled for the first time in a while. However, when Adam later returns home, he's put out to hear John wants rent money.
Zak tries to make amends but Lisa is cut up and she's left questioning if they'll ever get over this. Belle is subdued by the constant arguments but Lisa's aware of the effect it's having on her and shows her appreciation with a hug. Zak also talks to Belle and insists they're not getting a divorce.
Sure of Adam's betrayal, John condemns Declan for using his son to do his dirty work but Declan insists that Adam knew nothing of his plans. However, after his dad has left, Adam learns that Mia knew about Declan's plan and storms out.
Amy is all dressed up and looking forward to a night out with David and Leyla. Joining them in the pub, Amy invites herself along to their meal out but she's humiliated when she's refused service in the bar because she's underage and storms out.
After an earful from Val and Pollard, Amy arrives in work late, full of apologies to Leyla for sleeping in. When David passes comment on how rough Amy looks, she boasts about spending the night with a sophisticated man.
Alicia guiltily makes a call to meet her 'buyer' for the final time. Opening her boot, there's a stash of fags and booze. At the same time, Leyla's still concerned about the missing items and quizzes David, who promises to do a stock check later and claims there has to be an explanation.
Val asks Leyla whether she may have jumped the gun by accusing Amy, but can't hide her doubt either when she later questions Amy. Feeling sorry for Amy, David pays her a visit with the assurance that he believes she's innocent.
As Kelly arranges another outing with Jimmy, Carl warns him that he's playing with fire. Later, Carl calls Nicola and warns that she needs to up her game fast if she wants a chance of keeping him out of Kelly's clutches.
Feeling torn, Jimmy pulls away from kissing Kelly. He says that he knows he wouldn't have married someone he didn't love and can't turn his back on Nicola and Angelica.
Jackson and Aaron head to the comedy gig, but Aaron is forced to call an ambulance when Jackson starts to choke. Hazel arrives at the hospital with Jerry and is concerned to hear that Jackson has a chest infection. Knowing this is the last thing her son needs, Hazel sobs into Aaron's arms.
When Aaron arrives at the hospital, it's clear that Hazel is nervous. Aaron tries his best to comfort her, but he shares her fears. The doctor informs Jackson that the infection is part of his condition as he's unable to clear his lungs properly, and Hazel and Aaron are upset by Jackson's defeatist reaction to the news.
Jimmy pops in to see Elliot and when Kelly moves in for a kiss, he's tense and she quickly senses Nicola has swayed him. When he explains that she's apologised and accepted she was out of order, Kelly starts to well up. As Jimmy hugs her, she's aware that she's losing the upper hand.
Kelly does her best to make her threat to leave look as real as possible. Jimmy takes solace in the church to clear his head and is suddenly struck by a memory. Racing over to Tall Trees, he tells Kelly that he remembers her walking towards him down the aisle and how happy he was.
Ryan collects Cain for their night out. When Cain asks him to stop by Wishing Well, Ryan instantly smells a rat. As they pull up, Cain leaps out of the car and heads straight to Holdgate, telling a furious Ryan to keep an eye out for him.
The police are at Holdgate and Charity admits that Cain has let himself in before. Later, Cain arrives home and acts as though he's been sat there for hours when the police arrive. Debbie arrives back in time to hear Cameron vouch for him.
As Kelly prepares to move in, Carl continues with his attempts to convince Jimmy to change his mind. At the same time, Nicola starts to put Jimmy's clothes in bin bags and cut the arms off his shirts.
Ella is disappointed when Declan is unreceptive to her suggestion that they go to view a potential salon and ends up with Dermot as her escort.
At the pub, Diane is concerned for Marlon when he tells her the plan to share care of the baby. At the baby shower, Rhona is touched by everyone's generosity and is relieved to tell her friends that the baby has Down's Syndrome, but she's clearly upset by Betty's tactless comments and her annoyance grows when she realises Marlon has already told most of the people there.
Hannah is dressed to impress as she sits outside the pub with Victoria and Amy. However, she's mortified when John and Moira embarrass her in front of Alex, telling her that it's time she headed back and finished her revision. Alex walks her home and invites her back to his caravan for a beer. Keen to prove she's not a kid, Hannah leans forward and kisses him.
Jimmy admits over breakfast that he is confused by a dream he had of Angelica as a newborn on the roof. Carl is excited as he tells Jimmy that this is a real memory, while Kelly is quietly worried. On hearing Jimmy's memory is returning, Rodney is over the moon but is concerned when Nicola makes it clear that it's not about memory anymore - Jimmy chose Kelly and there's no coming back from that.
Nicola and Rodney are astounded to hear from Jimmy that he remembers Kelly attacking him. Nicola insists that he call the police, but Jimmy refuses, saying it is all still hazy and he has to think about Elliot. At the same time, Eve pays Kelly a visit and is shocked to find her so upset. Kelly tells her the truth and Eve can't believe what she is hearing.
Nicola tells Rodney that she doesn't think she will ever get back together with Jimmy. At the same time, Eve insists that Kelly should tell him the whole truth. Later, Nicola visits Jimmy and holds back the tears as he tells her that no matter what Kelly did, he can't alter the fact that he fell in love with her again. Nicola launches herself at him, yelling that she can't take this anymore.
The factory girls tell Lisa that they'll be there to support her in court tomorrow, while in the pub, Cain upsets Zak when he asserts that Zak should have finished Derek off when he had the chance.
Lisa is nervous as her day in court arrives. She enters the witness stand and as she prepares to recount the events leading up to her ordeal at the hands of Derek, she is thrown to see Zak arrive. With Zak present, she struggles to stay focused and keep her head when being cross-examined by the defence barrister. Outside the court room, Zak is left devastated after Lisa confronts him, riled at how much harder it was with him there. Meanwhile, with Charity keen to get him out of the house for some alone time with Jai, Nikhil invites Katie to the cinema. Setting the record straight, Katie checks that Nikhil doesn't think they are dating. Nikhil covers but there is clearly an awkward atmosphere. Watching on, Charity is gutted but Gennie is relieved. Elsewhere, Aaron and Hazel work hard to ensure Jackson enjoys his holiday in Whitby.
Debbie takes to the stand and is floored by the defence barrister's suggestion that Lisa didn't tell Zak the truth because sex with Derek was consensual. Called back into court to hear the verdict, Lisa tries to remain strong as the jury find Derek guilty of the other woman's rape but not of raping Lisa.
Leyla heads off to town, leaving David and Amy alone together. Hearing David arrange to meet Leyla, Amy pretends to be upset by a customer giving her an admiring glance and David offers to stay with her instead.
A humiliated Amy returns to the B&B and starts packing her bags. At the same time, Leyla arrives home and is stunned when David tells her that Amy tried to kiss him. As Amy leaves the B&B, Victoria spots her and questions what's up.
Arriving at the air field, Aaron finally admits to Jackson that he has planned a skydive and Jackson is thrilled. Questioning if he'll be doing it with him, Aaron hides his anxiety and assures him that he'll be with him all the way.
Adam's event has been a great success and he is delighted to receive praise from Declan. Later, when Adam catches a client trying to make a move on Ella, he comes to her rescue.
Victoria explains to Amy's social worker why she thinks Amy has run away. The social worker takes the opportunity to tell her and Eric that they'd have to take the matter forward if Amy did accuse David. Eric, however, is quick to assure her that David is innocent.
John has a meeting with Jai about his new business ideas, but Jai admits that he doesn't have the capital to invest at the moment, even though he can see potential. John phones other potential investors, but to no avail. Meanwhile, Eric talks to Diane about Amy's disappearance.
Debbie sees Cameron reading the divorce papers and is keen to see them, but she gets a shock when she spots another woman listed in the papers. Cameron admits that he had another affair after Debbie left Jersey. Debbie is livid, reminding him that she left Jersey so he could try and work things out with his wife.
Declan visits Butler's and tells John that, luckily for him, he trusts Jai's judgement and has a proposition to invest in exchange for 20% of the business, to enable John to buy the farm. Moira then annoys Declan by pushing the percentage down to 15.
Mia admits to an anxious Adam that her mum seems to be in a weird mood and has been asking about their love life. Having returned from a shopping trip, Ella appears wearing a revealing new dress to impress Adam.
Jackson tells Aaron to leave, refusing to be watched every minute of the day. Paddy confronts Aaron about what happened in Whitby, determined to make him talk, but Aaron can't bring himself to confide. Later, Jackson tells Aaron that he knows this is unfair on him, so it's over between them.
David is suspicious after seeing Victoria on her mobile and decides to follow her. Victoria meets Amy at a café where she is working and tries to convince her to go back to the village, but Amy refuses. After Victoria hands her some cash and leaves, David approaches and asks her to go home.
David tells Eric that he saw Amy the previous day but she tried to blackmail him for £500 to return and clear his name. Eric is appalled but is determined to find out if Amy cares for them at all. They arrive at the café where Amy is working and Eric tells David to wait in the car while he talks to her.
Nicola is shocked when Jimmy calls her 'Nico' in the street, without realising the significance of what he's said. Later, Scarlett finds Jimmy looking at wedding photos and memories of the day come back to him.
Nicola is drunk in the pub, while Jimmy is sitting outside the pavilion, stressed out about his returned memory. Fresh from a row with Nicola in the pub, Kelly finds Jimmy and invites him to see Elliot in his new clothes. However, Jimmy tells her to leave him alone and heads off to find Nicola. Jimmy arrives at the pub to find a drunken Nicola coming on heavy with a terrified Marlon .
Kelly is horrified to hear from Marlon that Jimmy begged Nicola to go back to him. Jimmy is downbeat after Nicola's harsh words, but Carl and Scarlett convince him to fight to win her back.
With Cameron away on a driving job, Chas forces a disinterested Debbie into a night at the pub. At the same time, Jai buys Charity flowers in the hope of getting her to help with an urgent order at the factory. Still offended by their previous row, Charity refuses, claiming she's paying her way by taking a job with Chas which starts that night.
As Debbie starts putting Cameron's clothes into bin bags due to her suspicions, Chas can't resist confronting Eve, who soon insists to Debbie that there's nothing going on. At the same time, Cain sees Cameron in the pub and is quick to accuse him.
Debbie is fuming when Cameron admits that he punched Carl and she tells him to pack his bags. As Cameron tries to convince her that she can trust him, Debbie drops the bombshell and admits she's pregnant, but is unhappy about his reaction.
Jimmy is with Angelica at Mill Cottage when there's a knock at the door and Kelly walks in with Elliot. Jimmy insists that nothing is ever going to happen between them and tells a hurt Kelly that enough is enough and it's time that she left the village.
Kelly knows that she's in full control as Nicola panics and blames Jimmy over her threats to call the police. Jimmy tries to make Nicola see that Kelly twisted his words, but she refuses to listen. Knowing he has to prove himself to Nicola, he storms over to Kelly's.
Jimmy tries his best to be gentle with Kelly and asks her not to deprive Elliot of a father, but she refuses to listen and ushers him out as she packs her bags.
Paddy is in turmoil and feeling increasingly left out about the baby. Realising something is wrong, Chas visits him at the vets and he opens up about his true feelings.
Rhona is in labour but she's unable to get hold of Paddy, who is pouring his heart out to Chas, so Marlon and Rhona make their way to the hospital.
Paddy visits Rhona and the baby in hospital and when Marlon arrives with cans of lager to toast the new arrival, Paddy can't help but feel excluded and guilty that he missed the birth.
Jackson insists on going to a friend's engagement party. As they return home, Aaron becomes emotional and suggests to Jackson that they could get married too, as he wants everyone to know how much he loves him.
Adam arrives at work and tells Ella that they need to have a chat later. As Declan arrives at Butler's to sign the paperwork for the deal, Ella and Adam meet at the stables. Adam explains that they've been caught and he's not about to jeopardise his dad's livelihood for the sake of a fling.
Ella invites Moira and John for celebratory drinks. Leyla tells Alicia she's thinking about proposing to David. Debbie, Cameron, Cain and other residents are celebrating Sarah's 6th birthday with a party at Wishing Well Cottage.
Hazel is walking back to Dale Head in her own little word. Bob and Chas see her looking worn. Aaron is asleep at Jackson's bedside, Jackson coughs to wake him. Chas wonders what is going on at Dale Head.
Adam comforts Aaron. Aaron tells Adam he put the glass to Jackson's lips. Paddy checks Jackson's pulse and calls the Emergency Services. He and Chas assume that Jackson had been ill, but the more Hazel talks, Paddy realises what really happened.
Cain pushes Aaron for a decision. Aaron considers running away. Jerry arrives and tries to push past the policeman to get to Jackson in Dale Head. He furiously tells Bob that Hazel rang him and told him what she and Aaron had done.
Hazel, Chas, Paddy and Aaron argue outside the police station. As Eric helps David to set up his table for meeting Leyla in the B&B later, he remembers he has yet to buy her a ring and rushes out to buy one.
Chas comes downstairs and sneaks out of Mill Cottage. Jimmy is just in time to see her go. Hazel has spent the night at Tall Trees Cottage. Jimmy asks Nicola if he can spend some time with Angelica but she refuses.
Nikhil tells Chas that he's there for her if she needs a shoulder to cry on, but he's disappointed by her reaction. Chas is scared that Aaron will end up in prison and is hostile towards Hazel when they see each other.
Charity is taken aback when she realises how angry Jai is with her over the illegal TV scam. Later, she's uncomfortable when Cain is at Tug Ghyll with Debbie and makes an excuse to leave when he probes her over the situation with Carl. Charity warns Carl not to mess the job up, telling him that Cameron is not to find out the details.
Carl is smug when he gets Charity to up the price for moving the stolen TVs after she tells him that the job needs to be done ASAP. However, when she, Carl, Jimmy and Jai arrive to move the haul, they're shocked to see the police are there, having been tipped off about some stolen goods.
Nicola and Mia worry about the party when Ella heads out and refuses to say how long she's going to be. Adam and Ella then drive into town and check into a hotel. As the party begins, everyone wonders when Ella will show up and Declan starts to get annoyed. Lying in bed, Adam's worried when he sees that he's had several calls from Mia.
Ella still hasn't turned up for her party, so Declan suggests they wrap it up. As people start to leave, Mia sees that he's embarrassed by the party's failure. When Ella finally returns home, she's defensive when Mia wants to know where she's been. Soon afterwards, Mia listens as Declan and Ella argue.
Paddy feels terrible when Aaron explains that he's in the way at Smithy Cottage and thinks moving in with Chas is a good idea. When Paddy arrives home, he tells Rhona and Marlon that Aaron's moving out and Rhona has finally got what she wanted. As their argument escalates, Paddy tells Rhona that Chas has been a rock for him, and Rhona realises that Paddy was talking to Chas on the day she was giving birth.
Adam's tempted when Ella tells him that she's booked them a hotel room. Soon afterwards, Ella's pleased when Declan flirts with her, but tells him that she's heading out to meet her salon manager. When she goes to get her coat, Declan scrolls through her phone to find the last number she dialled.
Mia's concerned when another argument breaks out over breakfast between Declan and Ella. Later, in the pub, Adam tells Ella that he's not interested in seeing her again, but she furiously insists that he's not allowed to tell her what to do.
Early in the morning, Paddy brings Rhona a cup of tea in bed and isn't happy to find a fully clothed Marlon sleeping with his arm over sleeping Rhona. Sensing the tension, Marlon makes an excuse to leave. Paddy refuses Rhona's offer of breakfast, annoyed that she's giving him a hard time about wanting to spend time with Aaron.
After meeting with the vicar to talk over the funeral arrangements, Hazel assures Aaron that he doesn't have to attend the funeral if he thinks it'll be too hard.
Cameron's uneasy when Charity pointedly tells Debbie to call her if she needs anything and he doesn't believe her when she asserts nothing's wrong. In the pub, Cain asks Charity what was going on earlier between her and Debbie, and he's devastated when she reveals that Debbie had a miscarriage.
As Aaron waits to be called into the hearing, he phones Chas and Paddy and tells them that he wants them to attend the funeral rather than see him in court. Chas tells Paddy that she's going to do exactly what Aaron asks of her this time.
Charity tells Gennie and Katie that she needs their help to get Chas drunk tonight. Later, in Victoria, Katie twigs that Gennie has a crush on Nikhil just as Chas and Charity arrive laden with drinks.
Gennie leaves for work, ignoring Chas' attempts to patch things up. Seeing Nikhil in the village, Chas asks for a word and he's gutted when she breaks up with him, explaining that they're not right for each other and she's only holding him back from meeting someone more suitable.
Ella is uneasy when Declan tells her that he's going to have a word with Adam. After a day out shopping together, Ella starts to realise how much Mia liked Adam. At the same time, Declan asks Adam why he broke up with Mia and sacks him when he doesn't give an adequate reason. Returning to the house, Mia makes herself scarce when she discovers Declan's firing Adam, but Ella storms into the office to confront Declan.
Adam tries to deny the affair, but Declan realising the truth warns him to get out. Ella realises that she might have gone too far when Declan's incredulous she would ruin her daughter's happiness just to test whether he still has feelings for her. Mia questions what they're arguing about, but Declan doesn't reveal Ella's cheating and takes the flak for firing Adam.
Charity's unimpressed when Jai agrees to let Ella stay the night until Declan cools off. At the same time, Declan refuses when Mia asks him to let Ella move back in. Tipped off by Jai, Declan turns up at Holdgate and storms inside to confront Ella, asking her for a word outside.
Mia is desperate to find out what's going on between Declan and Ella, but Declan refuses to give anything away. At the same time, Charity's not happy when Jai agrees to let a hungover Ella stay for as long as she needs.
Alicia realises that Andy's still annoyed at her for announcing their possible move to Spain and promises to keep quiet from now on. At the same time, David assures Leyla that Alicia will have forgotten about Spain in a week, but Leyla's silent when Alicia tells her that she's thinking of Jacob's future.
Alicia is unwilling to talk to Leyla about Spain again. She tells Andy that she knows Leyla will try to sabotage their move, but she's determined not to let her. Alicia and Andy are pleased that Jacob is excited when they tell him their plans, but Leyla's horrified to realise Alicia means business.
Alicia warns Leyla not to tell Justin about the move when Leyla suggests that she should inform him what she's planning. David's worried about how Leyla will react when he hears Alicia announce that she and Andy are going to Spain for a property hunt and brings her a bouquet of flowers as he breaks the news.
When Nikhil tells Jai that he's taking Gennie out of work for the morning, Charity offers herself as the replacement PA in Gennie's absence. Returning from picking up his new company car, Nikhil's furious to find Charity at his desk, especially when she tells him that she's persuaded a client to increase their order.
At the hospital, Nicola and Jimmy are united in their relief that Angelica's okay and Nicola seems to be softening to the idea of allowing Jimmy more access. However, when Brenda lets slip that Rodney has let Jimmy watch Angelica behind her back before, an argument breaks out and Nicola forbids Jimmy from seeing his daughter. After a bottle of wine, Nicola admits to Laurel that she still loves Jimmy.
In the pub, Jimmy buys Gennie a drink as they have a laugh together. After seeing Nikhil look over, she agrees to go back to Mill Cottage. At the same time, Rodney's hopeful as he hears Laurel persuade Nicola to give things another shot with Jimmy.
Nicola arrives in the morning to talk to Jimmy, who panics when he realises that Gennie is asleep next to him. Completely unaware of what happened the night before, a hungover Jimmy begs Gennie not to leave the room until he gets rid of Nicola.
David assumes that Jacob has lost his phone but is suspicious when Leyla stops him trying to look for it. Having found the phone in a drawer, he realises she must have hidden it and angrily confronts her. Leyla admits that she was wrong to take the phone and promises she'll give it back to Jacob.
Charity plots how to get back into Jai's good books when he mentions they have an important meeting with a client later. Remembering him from her time in the business, she informs Jai that his favourite drink is a single malt. Jai and Nikhil know they have their work cut out with him and they're unimpressed when Charity arrives dressed to kill and invites herself along to the meeting.
In the café, Jerry lays into Aaron and Carl is forced to intervene and hold Jerry back when he tries to go for Aaron. Chas is devastated to see that Aaron doesn't even try to defend himself when Jerry insists that his statement will see him go to prison.
Chas is conflicted when Carl asks whether she could forgive herself if she doesn't accept his offer and Aaron does end up in prison. Gennie tries to talk Chas out of it, aware there will inevitably be strings attached, but Chas is wavering.
Chas asks Hazel to try and talk Aaron into accepting her money. Aaron comes to the café and Hazel encourages him to reconsider accepting the offer.
Amy promises Val that she's telling the truth when she claims that she and Victoria can't work at the B&B since they're following Alex to town as they suspect he's cheating. Belle also blackmails them to come along to the party.
Val's disappointed with Amy for lying about having a party and when she and Victoria tell her about Belle, she insists on taking them to face Lisa later.
Declan thanks Katie for taking Mia out last night, but he's thrown when she mentions Mia thinks he's getting back with Ella. Ella arrives and Katie smiles when Declan assures her that there's no chance of him getting back with Ella.
Ella fumes to Jai about Declan and Katie, telling him she won't make things easy for them. At the same time, Katie is debating whether she should go out with Declan or not. Later, Ella visits Katie - telling her to leave him alone.
Visiting Rhona, Paddy explains that he wants her to come home and Rhona eventually agrees after hearing him say that he needs both her and Leo. At the same time, Marlon is getting ready for the fundraiser by baking cakes with Laurel. Laurel reassures him that Rhona and Leo will be back soon but suggests giving them some space.
Mia's still fuming about Declan and Katie's relationship, but is left unsure who to believe when Declan promises that he didn't cheat on Ella. He explains that Ella has brought this on herself but he is shocked when Mia informs him that her mum needs her and she's moving back to Singapore with her.
Everyone seems anxious about the first day of the trial, but Aaron appears calm. As the court case begins, Chas worries about Hazel crumbling under the prosecution's questions as she's called to the witness box.
Ashley has decided to attend the second day of the trial, but Laurel warns him to be sensitive. As Jerry is in the witness box, the judge warns him from speculating about Aaron's hold over Jackson and instructs the jury to strike his comments from the record.
Aaron's mood is increasingly dark and when Steve arrives in the village and wishes him luck for the trial, it's clear he feels he doesn't deserve his best wishes. Once
The prosecution and defence sum up their cases for the jury and the judge asks them to go and consider the verdict. Chas talks to Hazel outside the court as they wait to be called back in, but worries with Paddy about Aaron. Zak calls them back in as Aaron re-enters the court to await the verdict.
Aaron is shell-shocked as the jury reach a verdict and decide that he is not guilty. While those around him celebrate, Aaron can't fathom the outcome and retreats into himself. Him and Hazel clash as they meet at Jackson's graveside. Meanwhile, Debbie worries there's more to Sarah's bruising. Sam questions Samson about hurting Sarah but he denies hitting her.
Debbie, Cameron and Andy continue to worry about Sarah's bruises. Debbie knows Cameron is telling the truth when he says he didn't hurt her and he tries to reassure her that it's probably nothing. Meanwhile, Amy continues to feel guilty about the burglary and Eric starts to suspect she might know something. He's unconvinced when Victoria covers for her. Elsewhere, Alicia eventually tells David and Leyla her and Andy's plans and is upset when Jacob says that he doesn't want to go. Leyla despairs when David thinks Alicia's being fair by telling Jacob they can come home if he doesn't like it in Spain. Elsewhere, Aaron breaks down - overwhelmed by guilt, while Jai tells Charity that he's booked them a holiday.
Leyla offers to drop Jacob at his friends' party. However, she lies to David about shopping for bridesmaid dresses with Gennie and takes Jacob into Leeds instead, telling him they're going on an adventure. Later, David worries she's run off with Jacob when he sees Gennie and realises Leyla is ignoring his calls.
As she is short-staffed, Diane agrees to let Eve work a shift. However, Chas is furious when she sees her behind the bar and Charity is amused as Chas gives Eve a big shove. Chas is forced to back off when Edna enters, but Eve continues to wind Chas up and tells her she's going to Mexico to stay with Scarlett.
Away at a B&B, Leyla tells Jacob that he can't phone his mum, but he secretly takes her phone and hides it in his pocket. Back at the village, Eric thinks David should call the police but David refuses to involve them yet, holding faith that Leyla won't take it too far.
Alicia's concerned about how quiet Jacob is after disappearing to Leeds with Leyla, but the youngster clams up when Alicia tries to question him about it. To ease the atmosphere, Andy takes Jacob for a kick-about. While they're out, Andy's concerned to hear from Jacob about what happened.
Leyla is forced to make her impossible decision and choose whether her future is with or without David. Meanwhile, Chas is hurt and confused when Aaron tells her that he's moving out of Paddy's but won't be staying with her.
Leyla is torn but stands by her decision and faces David, Jacob and Alicia, causing heartbreak and destruction. Meanwhile, Aaron is ready to move out from Paddy and Rhona's. Paddy feels terrible and Rhona - although relieved he is at last moving out - feels guilty over the whole issue.
As Aaron prepares to move into The Woolpack, there's tension between him and Paddy. Over at the pub, Diane is still not happy with Chas for letting Aaron move in as it wasn't part of their agreement to share the accommodation.
Chas is terrified that Aaron's going to lose the roof over his head. She fights for a few days' grace from Diane, but when Aaron flies off the handle it's too much for Diane. Later, Aaron has another go at Carl, resulting in Diane throwing him out of the pub while giving Chas an ultimatum.
Chas tries to talk to Aaron about the break-in but gets nowhere. Aaron is then left conflicted when Hazel brings Jackson's things for him to look through.
Diane suggests that Aaron should get counselling, but Chas doesn't get her hopes up. Chas and Carl argue about Aaron and she tips the dregs of a pint over him, but she is rocked when he tells her that Aaron doesn't have much of a chance with a mum like her.
Cain rushes to the scene of the accident where he finds Aaron unharmed but Chas is barely conscious and has a head wound. Not willing to go to hospital, Chas insists on going back to the pub where Cain promptly sacks Aaron. Chas however refuses to abandon her son even though he's desperate to leave as he feels he is a danger to those around him. Meanwhile, the girls tell Nikhil that they're not doing any overtime anymore. Gennie tries to reason with them but is alarmed by their militant tone. Elsewhere, Rhona is unimpressed over Paddy leaving Marlon with Leo without letting her know. However, Paddy thinks she's overreacting and is baffled by her behaviour. Rhona eventually reveals her true feelings. Also, Roz realises just how terrified Holly is about coming off the methadone.
Roz is excited at the prospect of a new job at the factory just as things are strained between Nikhil and the workers. The girls all refuse overtime and Gennie is caught in the middle when they refuse to go back to work after their lunch break. Gennie agrees to speak to Nikhil about better overtime rates and through her hard work, they agree to go back to the factory. But soon Nikhil oversteps the mark once again and the girls stand up to him. At the end of the day, Gennie is left shocked and upset when she argues with Nikhil and it gets personal. Meanwhile, Zak's concerned for Amy but she thinks he's having a go at her by implying she will always be a thief. Val desperately wants to trust Amy, but is not entirely convinced.
Nikhil has been at the factory all night but the girls haven't yet started work as they are waiting for an apology. Jai returns early from his holiday and is annoyed things are not running smoothly. Nikhil is frustrated when Gennie fills Jai in and is further humiliated when his brother returns to the factory from the pub with the girls and has managed to convince them to return to work.
Alex hears who Jared really is and that he has been blackmailing Amy. After a scuffle in the street with Alex, Jared is bundled into Dale View by Zak. When Alex and Victoria press to get an answer about what Jared's problem is with Amy, he explains that she was responsible for breaking up his family by having a relationship with his dad.
Victoria sees Amy is not in a good mood but Amy won't reveal why as she determinedly sets off to speak to Cain. Later at his house, Amy tells Cain that he's going to be a father again. Initially Cain accuses her of lying but when Cain realises she really is pregnant, he quickly tries to persuade her to have an abortion.
Adam and Mia are properly back together albeit secretly; as Adam is still determined to keep it a secret. Dermot catches them together and Mia, unaware of the reason for the secrecy, wants them to stop all the sneaking around. Adam pushes for extra time by explaining it's only for a while.
Cain threatens Amy who he has under his control in the house. With Amy held hostage, Cain piles on the pressure for Amy to have an abortion. Threatening her to get rid of it or he will get rid of her. Meanwhile, Victoria is worried about Amy and people are wondering where she is as she's not turned up for work.
Amy feels untrustworthy when Val pointedly tells her that the new jewellery will be kept under lock and key. The final straw for Amy occurs when Val then insinuates she's stolen a guest's jacket. Amy storms off, leaving Val stunned by her outburst. Later, Amy books an appointment at the family planning clinic and tells Cain that he'll have to help pay for the abortion.
Ella warns Adam to stay away from her daughter, but Adam doesn't need much persuading to join Mia upstairs at Home Farm. At the same time, Jai is surprised by Declan's reaction when he tells him that Adam and Mia are back on.
John is furious when Adam tells him what has happened. John says that Adam should leave Mia alone, but the young farmer insists that he loves her. When Adam starts worrying over what Declan will do next, John tries to reassure him that Declan probably has his own problems to think about, but it's clear that he's also concerned.
Declan comforts Mia and tells her that the situation is not her problem anymore, while Jai comes back to Holdgate to find Ella drinking. She makes a move on Jai but he tells her that he's not interested and to get out.
Declan hands Ella a one-way ticket to Singapore, but she refuses and wants to see Mia. However, she's left humiliated when Mia tells her that she hates her. As the day continues, Mia announces Ella and Adam's affair in front of the entire pub, while a bitter Ella tells Katie that she'll make Declan regret what he's done for the rest of his life.
Declan is shell-shocked after Ella's revelation that Jai is Mia's father. Later, Jai picks up on the edge to Declan's voice as he talks to him about Ella, while Katie is confused when Declan tells her that he can't be there for Mia at the moment, despite her being so upset. Katie explains Ella's threat and is intrigued when Declan confirms that Ella meant it.
Amy has decided to get Val's jewellery back, but Victoria thinks it's a bad idea. Later, Amy begs for forgiveness from Eric and Val when she hands over the jewellery but Val is furious when she realises that it's not the original piece.
Declan invites Jai out clay shooting, but it's clear that he has an agenda for doing so. As they start their shooting, everything seems relaxed but soon the chat changes and Jai is caught out when Declan quizzes him about Ella.
Mia's taken aback by Declan's tone but accepts his offer of going to Nice to check out the new hotel. However, Dermot can see something's bothering Declan, prompting him to reveal that Jai is Mia's dad.
Declan wants Dermot to go back to Ireland and take Mia with him. However, Mia's shocked and confused at this plan. Later, Mia says her goodbyes in the pub and is puzzled when Jai leaves after giving her a brief hug.
Cain gloats to Charity, suggesting that she and Noah should move back in. However, Charity declares that she'll never go crawling back to him. Later, Charity tells Chas that Jai's the only one she wants and heads to the pub to see him.
Charity is devastated when Jai turns her down, saying that he needs someone he can trust. Afterwards, Charity exits the office and tells the factory girls that it was her who messed up the order, leaving Jai conflicted. Later, Cain barges in on Charity, insisting that she loves him and not Jai.
Debbie is nervous about Sarah's appointment and Sarah doesn't want to go. However, Cameron manages to convince her - much to Andy's annoyance. At the hospital, Dr Armah tells Andy and Debbie that they need to do some immediate tests to get an exact diagnosis.
Andy is worried for Sarah and Spain is the last thing on his mind. However, the move is all Alicia can think about, especially now Jacob is looking forward to it. Andy's day gets worse when he sees Cameron having lunch with Sarah - he's angry as he'd been told he could treat Sarah to lunch.
Chas worries when she discovers Aaron left the house at dawn and is concerned when she discovers he's not at work. When Chas sees the punch bag, she's not impressed - worrying about what Aaron will turn into.
Charity decides she wants an engagement party - tonight at Holdgate Farm. Paddy and Rhona tease Marlon over Rachel. Amy is in turmoil as the reality of her situation begins to sink in. Charity sets about preparing for the engagement party, roping Marlon into doing the food. She wants to invite Declan.
Jai apologises to Charity. Laurel is disappointed when Ashley won't be back in time to pick up the kids so she has to cancel with Marlon. Chas, Diane and Victoria talk to Aaron about going back to college. He says he will think about it.
Moira is convinced that John can't pull off the supermarket deadline, while John believes that he can talk Declan into allowing a late rent payment.
Andy is concerned that Alicia hasn't told Jacob about the move to Spain being cancelled. However, Alicia explains that Jacob is so excited she needs to find a way of breaking it to him. Later, Alicia's angry when she overhears Andy saying that he needs the house tonight for time alone with Alicia, to stop her nagging on about Spain.
Although Aaron seems to be convincing everyone that he is okay, he snaps at Holly, which concerns her. At the garage, Aaron is close to losing it with Sean and his own rage shakes him, but Rachel soon apologises to him over her nephew's behaviour.
Aaron is exhausted and running on empty, but still turns up to help at the farm before work. Moira is concerned that Aaron is pushing himself too hard, while Paddy also sees that Aaron is dead on his feet when he falls asleep outside the surgery. At the pub, Chas is worried as a fight nearly breaks out between Aaron and Sean.
Sean rushes to the pub and announces that Aaron has collapsed. The mechanic's loved ones come to the scene, but Aaron has gone. As the search begins for Aaron, he is seen stumbling along the road by Zak and Sam, who take him to Wishing Well Cottage.
Bob tells Jimmy that he knows where Kelly is and Jimmy gives him money to start paying maintenance for Elliot. Soon afterwards, Jimmy goes to the office to ask Nicola where the electrician is, as he asked for her help yesterday when the haulage firm was plunged into darkness.
Amy tries to prize Victoria away from Alex for a night out drinking and feels uneasy when Val passes comment about getting tied down too young. Belle wants to know when Amy is going to come over to the Dingles', so Amy explains that she's been busy but invites her to come over to theirs tonight.
Nicola panics when she wakes up in Declan's bed with Jimmy. They hear Katie downstairs and sheepishly come down. Katie susses them and sees through their strange fabricated story as to how they ended up upstairs. Katie teases Nicola about her and Jimmy, but Nicola is adamant it was a one-off.
Charity bites her lip when Nikhil proves how uptight he is, going off on one about a creased shirt. At work, Nikhil tries to apologise to Gennie about last night.
Alex lets it slip to Amy that he knows about her abortion and she storms off, furious that Victoria has been so indiscreet. Amy is further enraged by Victoria's interference when she suggests that perhaps Amy should have counselling.
Amy is doubled up in pain at the pavilion and thinks she is losing the baby, but she lashes out at Belle when the youngster returns to try to help. Belle is stunned when Amy tells her that she's pregnant and losing the baby.
Val puts a brave face on her worry for Amy, who is being kept in hospital overnight and is nowhere to be seen. At the same time, Belle acts suspiciously when she sneaks home to get snacks for Amy. Lisa worries when the school calls to say that Belle hasn't been in, and she guesses that Amy will be behind it.
Lisa tells Val that she doesn't want Amy hanging out with Belle anymore, but Val is protective in her response and Amy overhears through an open window. Zak tries to explain to Amy how Lisa feels, but he thanks her for being there for Belle. S
John and Moira try to hide their worries from the children about paying the latest instalment to Declan. At the same time, Adam tries to reason with Declan and his words initially seem to strike a chord, but the businessman ultimately stands firm. Soon afterwards, Moira struggles to hold it together when she hears from Declan that Adam has been to see him off his own back
Andy sticks up for John when Alex wants to have a go about losing his job, pointing out that the person to blame is Declan. However, events soon take a twist when Declan offers Andy a job as estate manager. Andy is torn because he needs the money, but he does not like the idea of working for Declan or his underhand ways.
Chas feels positive when Aaron agrees to have breakfast offered by Diane. Soon afterwards, Hazel is thrown by Aaron blowing hot and cold, but she asks him to help her in with her shopping bags. However, Aaron hates being in the house and tells Hazel that he never wants to see her again.
Chas reels when she lifts up Aaron's shirt and sees the cuts that he has made on his body. Shell-shocked and wanting to help, Chas calls for Paddy and can't hold back the tears. She feels bad telling Paddy but needs his support.
Chas is barely holding it together as Aaron leaves for work acting as though nothing is wrong. Paddy sits Aaron down and insists that he is going to talk to him, but Aaron is not receptive and Chas worries it will make things worse.
Alicia is hopeful when Andy explains that Sarah has been asking after her and suggests they should all meet up. In the café, Alicia is amused to see that Sarah is trying to get her and Andy back together. Later in the pub, Alicia and Carl flirt with each other, which causes discomfort for both Chas and Andy.
Having agreed to meet Marlon privately, Laurel is feeling guilty, while at The Woolpack, Rachel tries to dig further over who Marlon is holding out for.
It's the day of Sarah's hospital appointment and Alicia wishes she could support Andy today. At the hospital, Alicia turns up unannounced to tell Andy that she loves him. Andy's head is in a spin and he can't think of anything but Sarah at the moment, so Alicia walks away believing she's blown it.
The Dingles prepare to go for bone-marrow tests to find a match for Sarah. Debbie's anxious about the tests and is annoyed when Cain asks if Jai will be coming with Charity. Jai wants to be supportive and get tested too, but Charity refuses his offer. Jai puts on a brave face, but is clearly troubled when Charity explains that she and Cain will be spending more time together for Debbie's sake.
Cain and Charity talk, unaware that Nikhil is watching. They have a tender moment as Charity urges Cain to pull himself together for Sarah's sake. Soon afterwards, Nikhil rings alarm bells for Jai when he tells him about seeing Cain and Charity together. Charity lets Cain into her house and he wants her to admit she has feelings for him.
Rhona asks Laurel if she has made up her mind about being godmother. Laurel pretends to know what she is talking about and Ashley is delighted. Later, Laurel feels awkward that Marlon has dedicated the cookery book to her.
Rachel's unconvinced when Marlon tells her that he'll be over Laurel in a week or two. Soon afterwards, Laurel struggles to get the upper hand with Rachel when she questions her. At the same time, Ashley tells Sandy that things with Laurel are good and that they're trying for another baby, but Sandy's unconvinced.
Marlon snaps at Rachel to get off his case, while Laurel's uneasy when Sandy wants to talk to her as he's been worried about her and Ashley. Soon afterwards, Marlon's awkward and defensive when Sandy questions what happened with Laurel and hints that he might suspect what is happening.
The plan to bring down the Kings is executed. After Cameron has sabotaged the CCTV, the trucks are driven away by Cameron, Charity and Cain. Edna soon discovers that her office keys are missing, while Carl and Jimmy realise the computer's been wiped and the trucks have gone too.
Carl grabs Cameron in the café and tries to contain his anger when he calmly denies his involvement in yesterday's events. Cameron later answers the door to police officers and he and Debbie give them their alibis. Debbie knows they've bluffed it, but is still concerned. Zak's suspicious as the police officers leave and Debbie tells Cameron that they've messed up and should be concentrating on Sarah.
Cain spots Belle talking to Amy and takes matters into his own hands, slamming Amy against a wall and warning her to keep away from the youngster. However, Victoria witnesses this assault and attempts to help. As Cain leaves, Charity witnesses Victoria making a scene and hears how Cain has threatened Amy.
Cain is furious about losing Charity, but knows he can't win when Charity comes over to set some ground rules between them. She dictates that all communication between the two of them has to concern Debbie and Sarah - if not, she will tell Debbie about Amy. Charity then lets Victoria know she's spoken to Cain and he won't be giving them a hard time anymore.
Charity and Jai are loved up now they are back together. Debbie attempts to talk to Cain about Charity, but he venomously declares that he hates her. In the pub, the Dingles are having a drink when a glowering Cain enters and immediately glares daggers at Jai. Zak and Lisa witness Cain having a go at Moira and realise Cain is about to do some damage.
It's the day of the christening, and Laurel hides her worry as she and Ashley get ready, but Sandy knows she's troubled. Later, Rhona's stressed and Laurel's concerned when Marlon doesn't show up. Marlon lies to Paddy that he's got a catering issue. He goes on to arrive at the last minute, unable to meet Laurel's eye. Sandy watches Laurel through the service, wondering what's wrong.
Sandy watches Laurel's reaction as Ashley suggests they might be having a christening of their own soon. Laurel then receives a text from Marlon wanting to meet and lies to Sandy that it's just from Nicola.
Rachel and Ali show Sean and Amelia around Brook Cottage, but Sean is sulking about them moving. Rachel alerts Ali to the fact that she has missed out a crucial detail over who else is joining them in the cottage.
Amy's petrified as Cain drives her down a country lane. She screams to be let out, worried about what he will do next. Cain toys that he's going to kill her, but on her pleading, says he will give her one last chance if she keeps away from his family. Amy is terrified as Cain drives her back to the village.
Gennie is nervous about her job interview today. When Nicky tells Nikhil that they're bound to snap her up, Nikhil wonders what he can do to save the situation. Soon afterwards, he's presented with an opportunity when the firm in question calls up asking him to give Gennie a reference.
Katie encourages an unsure Gennie to leave Nikhil behind. Nicky pops in to invite her to breakfast and echo Katie's points. When Zak invites an uninterested Amy to help him on a job, her awkward behaviour leaves Val and Eric suspicious that something is amiss.
Sandy's sad as he tries to remember the name of an old friend. Soon afterwards, Ashley suggests a care home and Sandy's angry, wondering who or what motivated the idea. Laurel's got mixed feelings when Ashley explains that Sandy doesn't want to leave, but she's guilty and unnerved when Sandy asks if it was her who tried to offload him.
Cain's unimpressed when Sean loiters round the garage. Later, Aaron loses his patience when Sean pays a second visit, so he grabs him to get him out of the way. Sean stumbles and falls, cutting his head before leaving.
There's a strained atmosphere between John and Moira, but she suggests they should do something together today. However, John ends up running late when his car breaks down and a dressed-up Moira becomes fed up as she waits for him. Cain arrives to sort the Land Rover and John demands a full refund, but he's left confused when the bad boy tells him he doesn't have the cash because of Moira's arrangement.
Cain pulls Moira back towards him, and she struggles as she fights her desires. She finally gives in and can't resist as he kisses her passionately. At the same time, John enters The Woolpack, where Holly tries to make him realise that he and Moira are both stubborn, but they love each other.
Wracked with guilt, Moira is uneasy around John. When Cain arrives in the Land Rover, Moira's wary of what he might say and offers to give him a lift back. While they're in the car together, Moira slaps Cain when he tries to kiss her, but then gives in to her desire. Cain realises that he's got her where he wants her, so he pulls away and gets out, leaving her in turmoil.
Debbie and Andy pay another visit to the hospital and are crushed when Dr Armah tells them that the donor has pulled out. When the doctor explains the alternative treatments, Debbie's determined to save Sarah, vowing that she and Andy will have another baby as a saviour sibling.
Andy finally agrees to have another baby with Debbie and tells her that they need to tell Alicia and Cameron, both knowing how hard it will be. Soon afterwards, Alicia and Cameron are puzzled when Andy and Debbie want to speak to them.
Chas and Charity are dumbfounded when Debbie reveals that she and Andy are planning to have another baby to save Sarah. Debbie feels bad about not telling Cameron that she and Andy are pretending to be a couple, while the atmosphere is tense between Andy and Alicia over the plan.
Andy pleads the case with Alicia, who says that although she understands he's doing this for Sarah, she's not happy about it. Soon afterwards, Alicia's irritable as she arrives at work late and is angry as she tells Cameron that the situation with Debbie and Andy is killing her.
Debbie's defensive as she follows a raging Cameron out of the house, telling him that she's scared and doesn't want to go through this on her own. At the pub, Alicia and Cameron unite in their suffering over the situation.
Nikhil's interested to hear Pearl say that Nicky's gone AWOL on a family emergency and he's been a bit flaky recently. Soon afterwards, Nikhil enters the office and hears Gennie say that Nicky is seeing some farm animals today. Nikhil sees Nicky about to leave and tells David the conflicting stories, following Nicky as he goes. However, David chases after him, thinking he's crazy.
Lisa tells a nosy Pearl that Andy has moved in with Debbie because of Sarah and they don't need people gossiping. Soon afterwards, Pearl approaches Alicia and Cameron looking for gossip. Alicia plants a kiss on his cheek to get a reaction and Edna can't deny that there must be something going on.
Declan tells Katie that he wants a couple of hours alone to chat with Mia, but will text her to join them after. As the day continues, Jai visits Declan as he wants to see Mia, but Declan can't risk it. Later, Declan leaves a voicemail for Mia as a car pulls onto the drive.
At Home Farm, Declan heads out to identify Mia's body. Katie's thrown when he's rude to her and has had enough of being treated like this. She offloads to Chas in the pub and wonders if she should end things with Declan.
Diane picks up on Moira's attitude towards Cain in the café and realises that he's the one she's having an affair with. Diane orders Moira to pull herself together and tell Cain that it's over. At the garage, Cain plays on Moira's emotions as she tries to call it off.
Diane sees John on the warpath and calls Moira to warn her. Moira feels her world crumbling when she speaks to Diane and realises that John might know the truth. There's a strained atmosphere when he arrives home and her hands shake as she serves dinner. Eventually, John coldly confronts her and Moira falls apart, admitting what she has done and that she is crippled with shame.
It's Ashley's birthday and he suggests that he and Laurel should spend time together, but she claims that she has some errands to run. Later, a suspicious Ashley snoops around Tall Trees as Laurel's inside with Marlon.
Moira has packed a suitcase and tells John that she'll stay at the B&B tonight, then go to her mum's tomorrow. She tells the kids that there's nothing to worry about, but they know how strained things have been between them. Holly's frustrated and heads off when John won't tell her what's going on.
Ashley visits Laurel at the factory, wanting to take her out for tea so they can talk about the vow renewal, leaving her pressured. Later, at The Woolpack, Laurel says that she's happy as they are and doesn't see why renewing their vows would change things.
Marlon tells Laurel that he'll be at the Wood Park Hotel tonight if she wants to be with him properly. Laurel realises the enormity of what he's asking with a mixture of excitement and fear. Later, Ashley's puzzled as he sees a taxi outside Mulberry Cottage and enters the house to find Laurel dressed to go out.
Andy and Debbie head to the clinic for their appointment. When they arrive, they're shocked and dismayed as the consultant explains that they won't be offering treatment as there are concerns about their relationship and the family history. A determined Debbie questions the decision as Andy admits they're not together but the baby would be loved.
Debbie tries to explain the current situation to Sarah and is determined to stay upbeat. Soon afterwards, Debbie begins to argue with Andy, blaming him for not being able to get IVF. Chas gets between them and Andy storms out, leaving Debbie furious.
Gennie is nervous as she heads for her interview. She later visits the café and unenthusiastically tells Brenda and Bob that she got the job. Georgia overhears and congratulates her, but she mouths off about Gennie back at the factory, wondering how she got the job and why Nikhil's interested in her.
Nicky thinks Gennie is avoiding him as she struggles to hide her confused emotions. Nikhil is encouraged when Gennie accepts his apology for the way he treated her and he tells her to take the afternoon off, instantly regretting his generosity.
Ashley is irritated as Laurel pushes him into setting a date for the vow renewals, but he reluctantly agrees to the Thursday before Christmas. Marlon is gutted that Laurel is renewing her vows, and Ashley simmers as he watches the pair talking in the café.
Laurel is desperate to speak to Ashley as she gets the kids ready for school, but Ashley is not interested. Laurel begs Sandy to talk to him, but Sandy tells her it's too late. Later, Marlon goes to see Laurel. He is determined to talk to Ashley, as he can't live with destroying a family.
Jai is alarmed to receive a phone call informing him that Rishi has crashed his car. Rishi returns home with his arm in a sling, but Jai is concerned to hear that the wheel came off the vehicle as he was driving.
Zak and Sam find Jai arguing with Cain at the garage, warning him to leave his family alone. Soon afterwards, Zak and Sam prevent Adam from going for Cain and even Rodney passes a comment on how vile Cain is.
Charity is stunned when Jai suggests that they should postpone the wedding, annoyed that Cain has got what he wants. Charity fumes with anger and turns on Cain - warning that if he doesn't back off, she will tell Debbie about Amy.
Declan refuses to tell Jai where he has laid Mia's ashes. When he is then dismissive with Katie, it leaves her determined to end things before she gets in too deep. Katie decides to tell Declan that she's feeling hurt he is so distant and that she gets nothing from him. Katie heads home, where Gennie thinks she's done the right thing by ending it. Nikhil is just about to give his opinion when Declan knocks on the door.
Zak tells Belle that he's worried about her and for a second it looks as if she might crack and confess her worries. Soon afterwards, Belle confronts Cain - telling him that he didn't think through the consequences of his actions.
A terrified Amy is alone and in labour at the cemetery. She tries to phone the midwife, but when the call goes to voicemail, she knows that she's going to have the baby there. After giving birth alone, Amy holds her silent baby in her arms and wraps the child in her coat. Unable to detect any breathing, Amy panics and carries the bundle to the gate.
Amy is distraught that David has told Val and Eric and doesn't believe him when he says they'll stand by her. At the hospital, Val and Eric assume David is to blame and is the father of her baby. When Val and Eric go in to see Amy, they're ashamed when she reveals that she thought they would kick her out.
Val and Eric are keen to make things right with Amy, while the police want to interview her as soon as she is well enough. The doctor declares that Amy is fine to go home, but her baby boy will be kept in hospital for a few weeks.
Cain menacingly threatens Amy, making it clear that he will tell Debbie in his own time and he doesn't want her hearing about it from anyone else. Val and Eric are furious to see Cain confronting Amy and step in to help. Just as Lisa and Zak are about to leave for the hospital, they see Debbie.
Debbie and Cameron are exasperated as Cain is still sitting tight at Tug Ghyll. Later, in the village, Cain questions Charity over what she said to Debbie, but Charity can't believe that Cain couldn't see Debbie's reaction coming.
Cain is arrested for threatening the Sharmas and is led to a police car. Debbie can't believe his blasé attitude when he waves at Sarah as they drive off. PC Stewart arrives at the Dingles' wanting to talk to Lisa, and the family are shocked when Zak volunteers to co-operate with the police.
Debbie packs Cain's bag and insists he moves out. Cain storms off to the pub, where he starts making derogatory comments about Moira. Outside, John hits him in the face. Moira pulls John back as he tries to kick Cain on the floor, but Cain reacts and knees John to the ground before pushing Moira down when she flies at him.
Jai enters the pub covered in blood and Chas wants to know what's happened to Cain. Amy is missing from the house and when Val and Pollard hear the sirens, they worry about her whereabouts. David rushes out as the paramedics work on Cain's body, trying to bring him round.
Debbie wonders whether it was Charity who attacked Cain. Nikhil is angry when Charity comes home as he also suspects that she is guilty and wants to know if Jai has been released yet. Chas is worried about Cain and is hard towards Charity over her arrest, telling her that Debbie knows about it.
John is frustrated as DI Fletcher questions him about Moira's affair and why Holly needed to lie for him. He is later relieved when he's bailed. Back home, John is still furious at Holly and snaps at her, leaving her shaken.
Charity is conflicted when Debbie gets upset about Cain, worrying that Sarah might lose her grandfather. At the same time, John explains that Cain's surgery went well but it's a waiting game as he's not awake yet.
Jai is furious when he finds out that Charity has been to see Cain, but she tries to explain that she was there for Debbie. Back home, Jai is taken aback when she admits that she wished Cain would die.
Cain stirs in hospital but remains critical. Aaron starts talking of revenge but Zak won't hear a word of it and warns Aaron not to follow the same path as Cain. Nothing's changed as far as Zak's concerned. Meanwhile, a tearful Laurel goes to see Nicola and confesses that she had an affair with Marlon. Nicola struggles to get her head round what Laurel is telling her, but advises that she can't stay with Ashley out of loyalty. Laurel is conflicted when Nicola tells her that there's no point lying to herself if she loves Marlon. Elsewhere, John heads out like a man on a mission the moment he hears Cain is awake, while Val wants to go and see the baby, knowing it's a hollow victory when Amy agrees that she can but she doesn't want to be involved.
Cain is still weak and by no means out of the woods with his injuries. However, Cain finds the strength to name Jai as his attacker. Meanwhile, Val and Eric visit the baby and Val is determined to change Amy's mind about letting him go. Amy is torn when she speaks to Debbie about what made her want Sarah back and Debbie explains that family is everything. It's clear that Amy is having doubts about giving the baby up, but she feels pressured as Val wants to make plans to get him home. Elsewhere, Laurel arrives home and is shocked at Ashley's anger over her speaking to Nicola, while Declan and John snipe at each other over the news about Jai.
Amy explains to Belle that she is not keeping the baby, but she is secretly having doubts so she decides to visit the newborn. While in the hospital, Amy asks where she can find Cain. At his bedside and full of hatred, she tells a sleeping Cain she might keep her baby. She is unaware that he has heard everything.
Cain tries to hide his pain and he's irritated to hear that his car has been stolen. It's only when Chas and Aaron leave the hospital room that we see the extent of Cain's agony. Chas is frustrated that Aaron is getting overly concerned about Cain, worried that it might affect him. Later, at the pub, Chas refuses to serve Charity - who reminds her that she too turned her back on Cain.
Laurel and Ashley are concerned when Sandy says that he won't be at the ceremony. At the same time, Ashley is railroaded into going for a stag night drink with Jimmy, while Nicola suggests a hen night for Laurel.
Laurel's anger about Ashley's confrontation evaporates when he gives her a necklace. It looks like the vow renewal will go ahead, but Ashley is exasperated when Sandy explains why he won't be attending and doesn't want to be involved.
Laurel stands outside the church shivering as there is still no sign of Ashley, but she pleads with Jude to wait another five minutes for Ashley. At the same time, there is a scuffle as Paddy and Rhona do their best to stop Marlon from going to see Laurel.
With the pressure of Christmas and all the questions about Kyle, Amy is confused about her feelings for the baby and asks Debbie what she should do.
Amy struggles with Kyle being home as she is feeling useless, while Val adds to the problem by being overly involved. The Dingles are overjoyed to hear that Kyle is home, but their visit leaves Amy feeling overwhelmed. Eric advises Val to take a step back and Amy is sent up to bath Kyle on her own.
Debbie tells Andy that she's not pregnant, feeling like she has let him down. Later, Andy is confused when Debbie tells him there is another way they could try for a baby and he realises what she means. Debbie pleads with Andy that they should try the natural way, but Andy reels in shock at the suggestion, worrying about Alicia's potential reaction. L
Alicia tells Andy that she understands what he and Debbie have to do, but can't be around while it's going on, so she is moving back to David's. Andy is gutted when she leaves with her bag, telling him that it's never going to work.
Cain returns home from hospital, and within minutes he complains about being treated like he's disabled. Cain hides his hurt and anger about Zak not being there when Lisa arrives with a stew she has made for them all.
Charity is dressed for court, but Nikhil stops her from going - claiming that if she goes it will only make things worse. Cain is satisfied that Jai's in court for assault, while Debbie scrutinises Charity when she insists that Jai had nothing to do with Cain's attack.
Charity tries to convince Cain that she wants him, but he's staggered and hurt at the depths she will sink to in order to protect Jai. Charity tries to win him round, but Cain is disgusted by her actions. Debbie arrives to see Charity pleading with Cain and she is furious when Charity says that she can prove Jai is innocent.
Charity desperately wants to heal things with Debbie, hating how Cain is loving the rift between them. Charity also comes clean to Jai about how she tried to tempt Cain into dropping the charges. Charity is desperate for someone to believe her, so she visits Zak and Lisa's place, where she insists neither she nor Jai attacked Cain. At the same time, Jai tells Nikhil about Charity's admission, insisting that she did it to help him - but Nikhil thinks it proves her guilt and phones the police to report her for lying. Later, Cain is taken aback when Debbie snaps, asking what she's meant to do if Charity goes to prison. Meanwhile, Laurel considers Nicola's suggestion as she feels the strain; and Sandy gives Marlon a piece of his mind.
2005
Debbie tells Chas that Zak has taken her mobile away. She begs her to cover for her while she sneaks off and uses the phone box. Chas refuses to help her.
Jimmy is alarmed when Sadie shows him the pictures of Charity and Cain kissing and he insists that there must be an innocent explanation. Jimmy sets off to get the truth from Cain but when Zak tells him that he has gone away,
Sadie helps Charity get ready for her big day. Charity is touched when Sadie lets her have a diamond bracelet to wear for the wedding as ‘something borrowed’. Sadie heads over to Holdgate Farm and engineering time alone with Tom and Jimmy drops her bombshell.
Still dressed in her wedding dress, Charity wakes up on the Dingle sofa. Meanwhile, at Home Farm, Sadie celebrates her enemy's downfall and tells Jimmy that she feels like a buck's fizz. Jimmy is appalled and Sadie tells him that she's celebrating because Charity has been stopped just as she was on the verge of taking over their family.
Edna is persistent in rallying the locals to sign a petition stating that Councillor Eric is unfit to hold public office. Val is defensive towards Eric and encourages Louise to say something when Edna comes in the pub looking for signatures.
Jimmy continues to fret about Tom’s absence. He wonders whether Tom might be trying to track down Cain. Sadie looks alarmed but pores scorn on the idea. Jimmy frightens himself and Sadie when he suggests that Charity may have down away with Tom as an act of revenge. Later, he accosts Charity in the village and demands to know what she's done with Tom.
The police inform Alan that a woman's body has been found on the moors. Alan is distraught at the thought that they may have found Shelley’s body. Meanwhile, Ethan reluctantly goes to visit Steph in prison.
Ashley and Ethan argue about Ethan's treatment of Alan the previous evening. Ashley tells him that he was out of order when he suggested to Alan that Steph might not have killed Shelley. With puffed cheeks and arms waving, Ashley tells the curate to go and apologise to him.
Andy is delighted when Libby invites him to go for a drink to discuss renting the stables and they head to The Woolpack together. Meanwhile, Debbie comes out of the pub toilets having done another two tests confirming that she is pregnant and is clearly upset to see Andy having a drink with another girl.
Sam is depressed about Alice’s pending departure and as a cry for help he climbs up onto the roof of the village hall. Sam insists he wants to injure himself in the hope that it will encourage Alice to stay and look after him.
Alan is shocked when he receives a call from the producer of the daytime TV show This Morning inviting him onto the programme to talk about recent events. Alan refuses, as he doesn’t feel he is up to it, before heading off to visit Steph.
Alan appears on This Morning and makes an emotional plea to Shelley to get in touch if she is watching. Back at the village, the B&B telephone doesn’t stop ringing with journalists wanting to speak to Alan.
There is a showdown in The Woolpack between the Kings and the Dingles when Cain shows his face for the first time since Tom and Charity’s wedding.
Charity tries to appeal to Cain’s better nature by pleading that if she ever meant anything to him he should tell the truth. With Debbie present, Cain confidently assures Charity that everything has worked out for the best and affectionately goes to hug her.
Charity is delighted when she overhears Jimmy telling Matthew that he is sick of Sadie getting all of the credit at work. When he goes on to say that he would never have married her if he had known what she was like, Charity sees an opportunity and corners Jimmy telling him that they have a lot in common. Val decides to help raise funds for Eric and offers to sell his watches to Rodney. Thinking this is an impossibility, Eric jokes that if she does he will cook for her in the nude! Much to Eric's horror Val succeeds in making the sale and Eric is left with no choice but to get his kit off! Sam gets a shock when Alice asks him to move to Norfolk with her. Sam is torn between his feelings for Alice and the love of his family, but Zak is intent on keeping his son close.
Zak spends the day telling Sam how much he would miss out on if he left Emmerdale and reinforces the importance of being close to the family. With his father's words playing on his mind, Sam tells Alice that Zak needs him and the couple spend a romantic evening holding hands for the last time. As it gets late, Sam walks Alice to the bus stop and both are sorrowful as they say goodbye. Over at The Woolpack, Charity feels down as Debbie refuses to speak to her until she admits that she loves Cain. Luckily for Charity her spirits are lifted when a miserable Jimmy walks in and she instantly sets about forming alliances with him.
Zak notes Sam’s agony over Alice’s departure and after visiting Butch and Ben’s graves he returns in a new frame of mind, telling his son he must not miss his opportunity to be happy. They drive to the train station and Sam makes a dash for a train.
Jimmy attempts to build bridges with his wife and admits that it's been his fault that Tom has been pushing him out. Sadie tells him they all need to keep their heads low and not upset Tom. Sadie and Charity meet in the street and have a few words.
Jimmy’s off to play golf, but Sadie tells him they’re having lunch at Tom’s and that he should cancel his plans. He says he won’t, but then, as always, Sadie gets her way and he reluctantly says he'll go.
After a series of anonymous calls at the B&B, Ethan suggests to Alan that Shelley may be on the other end of the phone. When it rings again Alan listens carefully and thinks he can hear crying. He asks if it is Shelly but the call is cut off. Meanwhile, Steph lies on her bed deep in thought as she remembers the night that Shelley went missing. As her mind flashes back she opens her eyes in horror. Over at Dale View, Chloe continues to play happily families with Carl and she shocks him when she comes home with a pet dog. Carl is clearly not impressed but Chloe is unperturbed by his reaction. Chas warns Charity that if she wants to continue to manipulate Jimmy she’ll have to be quick because he's off to France with Sadie.
Chloe leaves The Woolpack in a state of panic after seeing Carl and Max flirting with Tamsin and Libby. When Carl eventually comes home, Chloe makes it clear that she is upset and as he tries to tell her that things aren’t working out Chloe breaks the news that she is pregnant. Alan informs DI Keysell about the phone call he received the previous day and the inspector warns him that it could be a hoax. Despite this, Alan can’t help but hope that Shelley is alive and he becomes increasingly convinced that she has been trying to get in touch. Meanwhile, Charity tells Jimmy that if he is looking for proof that Sadie has been speaking to Cain he only needs to check her phone bill.
Chloe emotionally blackmails Carl by telling him that the pregnancy is her problem and not his. Carl insists that he won’t turn his back on her and reluctantly agrees when she suggests a termination. Chloe later books an appointment with her GP and then tells Carl that her biggest fear is losing him. Meanwhile, Alan gets his hopes up when the mysterious calls to the B&B are traced back to Newquay. Knowing that Shelley has always been fond of the seaside town, Alan is convinced that she has been trying to get in touch. Elsewhere, Andy’s hopes of wooing Libby are dashed when she mentions that she has a boyfriend.
Ethan visits Steph in prison and is stunned when she tells him that the flashbacks in her mind have made her realise that she must have murdered Shelley. Steph asks the curate to tell Alan the truth and to let him know how sorry she is. She then calls her solicitor and insists that her plea is changed to guilty. Over at The Woolpack, Carl cancels his trip away with Max in order to spend time with Chloe. Chloe is smug that she finally has Carl just where she wants him. Jimmy‘s suspicions towards his wife intensify. After some rooting around he manages to find the number of the private investigator that she hired to photograph Cain and Charity. He arranges to meet him the following day.
DI Keysell interviews Steph about Shelley’s death but becomes frustrated when she insists that she can’t remember exactly how she killed her. Later that day, Steph calls her father to apologise for the hurt that she has caused. Alan hangs up in fury before breaking down in tears as the magnitude of the situation finally hits home. Jimmy meets the private investigator and is shocked to learn that Sadie held back pictures of Charity fighting Cain off after the kiss. Jimmy can’t believe his wife's behaviour and after seeing his anguish, Charity seductively assures him that Sadie will get her comeuppance. Over at The Woolpack, the open mic competition gets underway and Viv can’t resist mocking every joke that Bob makes. Viv's comments only add to the comedy value and the pair are voted joint winners, much to Viv's horror!
Ashley gets a surprise during his sermon when Laurel returns from her travels a day early. The vicar makes it clear how much he has missed his other half by wasting no time in asking for her hand in marriage. Ethan visits Steph at the remand centre and advises her to confess the whereabouts of Shelley’s body. Much to his horror, Steph explains that she wishes she could but she simply can’t remember what happened. Chloe enjoys Sunday lunch at the King's and takes the opportunity to get better acquainted with Tom. While Carl goes to the pub, Chloe insists on staying to help and subtly hints that she would like to marry his son.
Tom and Carl rush to Chloe’s aid when she falls down the stairs. Tom is left stunned when she lets slip that she is pregnant. Despite her protesting, Carl takes Chloe to the hospital but as she is about to have her scan she asks Carl to go and talk to Tom. Left alone, the doctor tells Chloe that she was never pregnant. However, she later lies to Carl that the baby is fine and that she can’t go through with the abortion. Elsewhere, Laurel is delighted when Diane offers her a home at The Woolpack and is thrilled when Nicola throws her a surprise welcome home party. Laurel's day improves even further when Nicola offers her a job and she is left overwhelmed by her perfect life in the village.
Chloe’s manipulation of Carl continues when she threatens to go and live with Siobhan so they can bring up their children together. Fearing that he will lose access to his baby, Carl assures Chloe that she has his full support and they later announce the pregnancy to a surprised Jimmy and Matthew. Elsewhere, Chas enjoys a night out with her policeman boyfriend, Denzel, but when Marlon and Shadrach spot them together she is forced to pretend that she has just been arrested!
The villagers attend a tearful memorial service in honour of Shelley and they all gather around as Alan reads a sonnet from one of her poetry books. Alan stays behind and talks aloud, telling Shelley how much he misses her. He gets the fright of his life when there is a tap on his shoulder and he turns around to see a surprise guest - Shelley! Over in The Woolpack, Chas offers Carl a listening ear as it is obvious that he is struggling to come to terms with his new situation. The chemistry between them is clear but they have little choice but to deny the feelings they have for one another. Meanwhile, Zak sets about finding out the identity of Chas’ new man and gets the wrong end of the stick when he sees her chatting to Rodney!
Alan is still in shock after Shelly’s surprise appearance, but at first he’s just glad to see her. Shelly tells him she had to go after seeing him on the television and seeing how much pain he was in. But what was initially joy turns to anger on Alan’s part as he can’t understand why she didn’t come forward sooner. He tells her about his sleepless nights, wondering where she was.
Shelly and Alan have been in the police station all night giving their statements. Much to Keysell’s annoyance, Shelly tells him she doesn’t want to press and charges on Steph. He tells her Steph will be released as a consequence, which obviously scares the poor woman. Betty and Viv are left shocked when Shelly and Alan step out of the taxi. Viv waits for Shelly to give an explanation, but she just apologises.
Charity is about to pay for her groceries in Viv’s shop, but noting Jimmy’s presence she pretends she has forgotten her purse and is pleased when he offers to lend her the money. Charity later goes to Home Farm to thank Jimmy, but her sexy attire suggests that she has got more than money on her mind.
Charity goes to visit Jimmy wearing a very revealing dress and instantly turns on the charm. Jimmy suspiciously asks her if she is leading him on but Charity insists that her only motive is to have some fun, as she leads him to the bedroom. Meanwhile, Ethan picks up Steph from prison but advises her to stay away from Emmerdale. Taking his words on board she agrees and heads off to a hostel in Leeds. Over in The Woolpack, Eric tries to drink away his misery as his impending trial looms heavily on his mind. When he starts to get lippy with the locals, Val steers him out of the pub and he repays her with a kiss when they arrive home.
Alan gets a shock when he finds Steph on his doorstep demanding to see Shelley. After he slams the door in his daughter's face, Steph heads to The Woolpack but is upset further by the reception that awaits her. With nowhere else to go, Steph heads to the church where Ethan questions her about why she has come back. Steph insists she loves Alan and Shelley and that she wants to tell them that she approves of their relationship. Meanwhile, Eric has a meeting with his solicitor and is devastated to hear that he could face a six-month sentence for the fraud at the factory.
Steph tries to live a normal existence in the village only to find a hostile reaction wherever she goes. Even Ashley is irritated by her presence, annoyed that Ethan didn’t consult him before inviting her to stay at the vicarage. Shelly goes out for a walk and is disturbed to come face to face with Steph. Having feared her for too long, Shelly pulls herself together and is strong as she approaches the woman who previously held her hostage. Over in The Woolpack, Jimmy flirtatiously asks Charity if there is going to be a repeat performance of the other night. Charity agrees and they arrange to meet the following day. Elsewhere, Pearl and Len discuss their future and finally agree that they don’t want to leave the village after all.
Charity goes to Home Farm to see Jimmy and she bides her time as she waits for a pre-arranged phone call from Chas. When Charity takes the call she apologises that she has to go and promises Jimmy that she’ll make it up to him. Charity heads to a hotel and makes a reservation for the following day. Elsewhere, Tom asks Paddy if he has any work for Max and is shocked to learn that his son has already turned down a part-time job at the vet's. Tom is determined that Max should earn himself a living in the village and tells Paddy that he is prepared to fund the job to make it a full-time position. Elsewhere, Steph bakes cakes and delivers them around the village in an attempt to make amends. Unfortunately for her the only person that shows an ounce of appreciation is Shadrach!
Max begins his job at the vets. Paddy introduces him to the new receptionist - Libby. Max is up for a kiss or two when he asks Libby out for a drink after work. Meanwhile, Eric is going to court for his trading standards case. Val is on tenterhooks waiting for Eric and she admits to Diane that she's not sure if he's coming back. Diane is surprised by Val's reaction, but her sister tells her that Eric is misunderstood. Eric waltzes into the pub a free man after Steph took all the blame in the handbag scandal and was given a conditional discharge.
Charity prepares a Valentine's surpise for Jimmy, Debbie's jeans are tight, her baby swell is getting bigger and Terry & Louise return from their holiday.
As Jimmy pours his heart out to Charity, she reveals she's set him up. Terry and Louise share business and pleasure! and Laurel and Ashley set the date for their wedding. Rodney is angry because Nicola starts her business from their home, and its Marlon & Tricia's wedding anniversary and Steph, Alan & the Bar Staff are the only to remember.
Laurel excitedly tells her friends about the wedding but is later downhearted when Ethan reveals that he suspects the Bishop will disapprove of Ashley marring for a second time. Ashley tries to convince Laurel that everything will be fine, but will the Bishop put a stop to the happy couple's plans? Meanwhile, Jimmy is raging with anger at being blackmailed and he takes out his aggression by trashing Charity's room at the B&B in search of the video tape. Jimmy thinks he has won after smashing up all of her tapes and the camcorder, but a smug Charity is quick to tell him that she has a backup copy and that she has decided to up her price to £200,000. Elsewhere, Pollard values a widow's antiques and is delighted to discover that he is likely to make a huge profit. The dodgy dealer is thrilled that things are finally looking up.
Jimmy pays his first installment of blackmail money to Charity, Meanwhile, Sadie King returns from France, adding to Jimmy's woes. Diane teases Val by telling her she has a rival for Eric's affection, while the bishop makes it clear he takes a dim view of Ashley's plans to remary.
Laurel & Ashley get the bad news they've been dreading, they can't get married. Val & Eric anticipate making a financial killing, while Cain learns Charity is planning to leave the village and take Debbie with her.
Ashley visits the bishop and resigns from the Church, while Sadie discovers Jimmy has withdrawn all their savings from the bank, elsewhere, Eric tries to console Lisa, who is upset that Zak hasn't bought her a birthday gift
Paddy looks on with jealousy at Marlon and Donna canoodling. After one too many drinks, he shocks Marlon by confessing that he and Emily are experiencing problems in the bedroom. Elsewhere, Viv tries to reunite her family and with the best of intentions she invites everyone over for lunch. When she fails to round up the troops, Viv is left feeling utterly depressed and she complains to an uncomfortable Emily about her own non-existent sex life. Meanwhile, Ashley remains adamant that he stands by his resignation from the church, but when a parishioner rings saying that his dying mother is asking to see him, the ex-vicar goes to visit her without a second thought. Is Ashley really ready to put the church behind him?
Marlon suggests that Paddy tries to spice things up with Emily by cooking a romantic meal. Unfortunately for Paddy things don't go to plan when a careless word from Dawn leads Emily to fear that her husband is having an affair. Will Paddy be able to reassure Emily that he only has eyes for her? Meanwhile, a drunk and depressed Viv rings her nearest and dearest insisting that they come round to see how unhappy she is. Despite Viv's best efforts to be miserable, her guests can't help but be amused and they have a really enjoyable evening! Elsewhere, Laurel is shocked when she receives a visit from the Bishop. Will she be able to convince him to reconsider his decision?
Ashley wrestles with his conscience having turned his back on the church and after a long chat with Zoe he decides to retract his resignation. How will Laurel react when she discovers that he has put their wedding in jeopardy? Meanwhile, Charity desperately tries to convince Debbie that she was set up by Cain and Sadie and begs her to leave the village with her. Cain sees Charity preaching to their daughter and in a fury he manhandles his ex-lover out of the door. Later that evening, Charity goes to the Woolpack and tells the Dingles of her plans to move away. Sadie overhears and is clearly delighted, but Jimmy is left panicking about what may be in store for him. Elsewhere, Paddy and Emily try to resolve their sexual problems by talking about their feelings. However, as they embrace, Emily's uncomfortable expression suggests that they still have a long way to go.
Ashley is nervous as he breaks the news of his decision to Laurel and informs her that in order to convince the Bishop of their love for one another they will have to end the physical side of their relationship. Laurel assures the vicar that she is willing to wait forever if she has to, but later on she breaks down in tears as she removes her engagement ring. Meanwhile, Charity is desperate to make Debbie believe that she has been set up and tells Chas that she is considering showing her the videotape of her and Jimmy. Chas strongly advises her against this, but how far will Charity go to prove her innocence? Elsewhere, Jimmy worries that his days are numbered and he panics knowing that he doesn't have the money that Charity is demanding. Out of desperation he slips Sadie's jewellery into his pocket. How long will it be before she notices that it has gone missing?
In a desperate bid to convince Debbie of her innocence, Charity forces her daughter to sit through the incriminating videotape. Debbie is outraged by her mother's behaviour and calls her a tramp before storming out. Over in the café, Laurel tells Nicola that her engagement to Ashley is off but is adamant that she understands Ashley's dilemma and is prepared to wait for him. Is Laurel really as carefree as she is suggesting? Elsewhere, Len tries to persuade Edna to attend the tea dance but when she refuses, Pearl, Jarvis and Len get their thinking caps on and try and come up with a plan to convince her to go along.
Debbie is upset following the revelations the previous day and she listens attentively as Ethan tries to help her understand the reason behind her mother's behaviour. Later that day, Debbie receives an apology from Charity and she begins to realise that maybe Cain has let her down. Charity is hopeful when Debbie hints that she would like a fresh start. But is Debbie ready to leave her life in the village behind? Elsewhere, Jimmy is anxious to ensure that Sadie never sees the videotape and as Charity puts the pressure on him he resorts to stealing money from King & Son's office. Meanwhile, Steph makes a conscious effort to build bridges with Turner and Shelly. However, Shelly is not ready to forgive and forget and she slams to door in her rival's face. Also, The Village Dance takes place in the Community Hall.
Debbie struggles to decide whether or not to leave with Charity and she seeks advice from Andy. They are interrupted by Cain and his furious reaction convinces Debbie it's time to move on. But will she regret her decision? Jimmy is forced to borrow £10,000 from his brother Matthew and in return Charity hands over the video tape. Later Jimmy hugs Sadie, relieved his ordeal is over. Charity admits to Marlon that she still loves Tom but accepts their relationship is over. She later shares a warm moment with Zoe as they talk about Chris Tate and Charity promises to take care of Noah.
Charity leaves Emmerdale for good. Jimmy's 40th birthday party becomes an unforgettable evening when Charity bursts in and blurts out that she and the birthday boy have been having an affair. When the Kings refuse to believe her allegations, she whips out the evidence and plays the incriminating videotape.Tom is stunned as the tape confirms that Sadie set Charity up to stop the wedding and a distraught Sadie launches herself at Charity. The Dingle retaliates by flooring her arch rival before heading for the door.Charity goes to collect Debbie but as Cain tells his daughter that he can't bear the thought of losing her, Debbie turns to Charity and announces that she is staying with her father. With Noah beside her, an emotional Charity drives off into the night.Back at Holdgate Farm, Chloe continues to watch the tape and is shocked to hear the truth about Paul Marsden's death. Matthew threatens her to forget what she has seen, but will she remain tight lipped?
Jimmy returns to Home Farm to collect some of his things and ends up rowing with Sadie over who is in the wrong. Meanwhile, Tom tells Max that losing Charity was the biggest regret of his life. He later calls a family meeting and, refusing to accept Sadie's grovelling apology, he sacks both her and Jimmy. Elsewhere, Debbie relays the story to Zak of how her mum had slept with Jimmy to get back at Sadie for what she and Cain had done. Cain pleads for Debbie's forgiveness, promising that he will try and be a proper father to her. Later that day, Chloe quizzes Carl on what he knows about Paul Marsden's death, but an irate Carl insists he has nothing to say and suggests that she keep quiet too.
Sadie spends her day desperately trying to make amends with the King Family. She points out to Jimmy what he is giving up but Jimmy is clearly not interested. She gets nowhere with Tom either so seeks sympathy from Zoe who tells her the photos were a low trick, but understands as she was once in a similar position. Elsewhere, Steph tries her best to speak to her dad and Shelly but to no avail. Turner admits to Shelly that he is starting to feel sorry for Steph but Shelly is determined to keep Steph out of their lives. Meanwhile, Paddy realises that after experiencing recent relationship problems with Emily, he needs to accept what they have together and make the most of it.
When Viv hears that Bob has a date, she is distraught and, seeking comfort, rings Emily. Emily is out but Paddy takes the call and goes round to console Viv. After two bottles of wine Viv becomes flirtatious and Paddy is torn between horror and lust as their eyes lock. However, when Viv misreads the signs and puts her hand on his knee, Paddy makes his excuses and leaves. Meanwhile, Sadie wonders how she can win Jimmy back and arrives at the Woolpack all glammed up. Jimmy ignores her and she feels humiliated as all eyes are on her. Sadie refuses a drink from Robert and leaves. Elsewhere, Pollard is appalled by a newspaper headline regarding the local library and devises a money-making plan with Val as a result
Paddy confides in Marlon about what happened with Viv and confesses that although he turned her down he was tempted. Marlon can't help feeling amused but warns Paddy not to take it any further. Later that day, Emily thinks Viv needs cheering up and invites her round for supper. An awkward Viv and Paddy agree to forget about the previous night, but both are thinking of nothing else. Over in the Woolpack, Steph announces that she is sorry and Turner can't help but feel a slight twang of sympathy. Shelly is furious when she walks in and sees Turner with Steph. Diane, noting her anger, suggests that Steph leaves. Elsewhere Pollard and Val's money-making plan continues. The evening paper prints a positive piece about Pollard, and Val insists that Pollard agree to a 35% share of the profits.
Emily asks Paddy to help Viv set up some tables in the café but he can't face it and persuades Marlon to do it instead. Emily questions Paddy about his behaviour towards Viv but he assures her that nothing is wrong. Nicola is desperate to expand her business and when Pollard employs her to clean the factory she offers Shelly a part time job. Delighted that things are going so well, Nicola talks to Simon and tells him she wants to set a date for their wedding. Is Simon ready to walk down the aisle? Over in the Woolpack, Sadie is upset when Jimmy refuses to speak to her, making it clear that their marriage is over. Sadie tells Zoe that she refuses to leave the Kings behind and is prepared to play the waiting game. But will Jimmy be willing to forgive and forget?
Emily is convinced that Paddy and Viv have fallen out and are avoiding each other, so she tricks them into coming face to face. As Emily forces them to shake hands, the physical contact stirs feelings in both of them. Will Emily pick up on their electric vibes? Elsewhere, when Val fails to sell any paintings, Pollard pretends they have gone up in flames in order to claim on the insurance. Will the devious duo get away get away with fraud? Meanwhile, Shelly struggles to take orders from a bossy Nicola and reconsiders working with her.
Val charms antique owners in an attempt to get offers for the paintings. Meanwhile, Pollard is having trouble trying to get insurance cover for the pictures and is mortified to find out that Val has told the dealers he is her gofer. Elsewhere, Steph tries to win Shelly's forgiveness by offering her beauty therapy equipment, but she is clearly not ready to forget. Shelly is furious when she arrives home to find Turner with the equipment, and in a rage she insists that she has decided to leave the village. Nicola is bitter having failed to set a wedding date with Simon and she takes out her fury on the cleaning team. How will Nicola react when the usually quiet Laurel gives her a piece of her mind?
Turner takes Shelly to the Woolpack for dinner but she is furious to discover that it came courtesy of Steph. Will this be the final straw for Shelly? Val helps Pollard organise an exhibition and proactively suggests that they need more publicity. Pollard disagrees, warning her that their venture isn't strictly above board, but Val places an advertisement regardless. Ashley becomes so preoccupied trying to set up a drama society that he unwittingly ignores Laurel. He later admits to Zoe that he is desperately trying to make himself indispensable in the hope that the bishop won't send him to another parish
Shelly admits to Turner that she wants to go to Spain, but he tells her he can't leave Steph alone. Shelly remains adamant that she's going regardless, telling him that he must choose between her and his daughter. Andy promises Libby that he will look after her horse but panics when he notices a rusty nail embedded in its hoof. Andy calls for a vet but when Max turns up the rivalry between them is instantly apparent. Pollard is mad when Val gets top billing in the newspaper and panics when Glynis questions his relationship with Val. Pollard is all too aware of what a loose cannon Val can be and worries about what she might say.
Pollard is terrified as Glynis turns up at the gallery opening with a photographer from the local paper. He desperately tries to prevent her from finding out where the paintings came from until Rodney takes pleasure in divulging the information. How will Glynis react when she learns the truth about Pollard's underhand antics? Steph is reduced to tears as Turner reluctantly asks her to leave him and Shelly alone. She pleads that she is only trying to make amends but agrees to leave the village if that is what he really wants. Elsewhere, Tom is livid when he finds out that Jimmy has outbid the Kings for a contract. Tom angrily confronts his son but Jimmy insists that business is business.
Shelly faces her demons as she cleans the B&B, but revisiting the cellar brings back dark memories of the suffering that Steph previously forced her to endure. Shelly is later horrified when she returns home to find that Turner has invited Steph round for dinner and during the meal she cracks, forcing Turner to choose between them. When he hesitates, Shelly declares that she is leaving the village the following morning, but will Turner go with her? Elsewhere, Libby is amused when she walks in on an embarrassed Andy ironing in just a towel. She later asks him to join her for a drink, but when Andy explains he has got to get home, Libby assumes that he isn't interested.
Shelly says her farewells before leaving the village, telling a tearful Turner that all he has to do is call if he decides he'd like to join her. Steph later visits Turner and is overwhelmed when he admits he couldn't leave her behind. She vows to go after Shelly herself to convince her to come back, claiming that if she's successful she will not be returning herself. As Steph leaves she says an emotional goodbye to her dad, explaining that this may be the last time they see each other. Meanwhile, Pollard tells Val the exhibition has turned into a disaster since Glynis unlawfully revealed that he's giving the profits away. Val points out that they are still able to deduct expenses and is confident that with some clever accountancy they'll come out on top. Elsewhere, Andy asks Libby about her boyfriend and is shocked when she tells him that they split up ages ago. Will this spur Andy to fight for Libby's affections?
4000th Episode - One-hour special Steph goes to Arran in search of Shelly, while Turner desperately waits for news on whether it will be his daughter or girlfriend who will be returning. Later in Arran, Steph follows Shelly onto a ferry and they come face to face on the top deck. Shelly is petrified when she sees Steph, but is determined that for once she must stand up to her bully. There is a scuffle between Steph and Shelly and Steph demands that Shelly come back to Emmerdale, Steph takes hold of Shelly's coat, but accidentally pushes her over the edge and falls overboard into the ice-cold sea below, pulled beneath the waves and out of sight. Then Steph throws Shelly's luggage into the sea, and walks off to the bathroom. Meanwhile, Chas and Carl have a heart to heart, but are interrupted when Chloe returns home. Chas is forced to hide behind the sofa and is close to tears as she listens to Chloe declare her love for Carl before they head upstairs together. Over in the Woolpack, Louis
Louise and Terry prepare to look at another B&B until Terry finds out that Dawn needs him to look after TJ . Matthew offers to accompany Louise instead and she gratefully agrees. As they look around, Matthew turns on the charm but is careful not to give too much away. Matthew suggests they stay for lunch and over a few glasses of wine he proposes a toast to their new venture. Will Louise notice the glint in his eye? Elsewhere, Chloe quizzes Carl having found out that Chas called round the previous evening. Despite his explanation she storms up to Chas in front of Denzel and threatens her to stay away from her boyfriend. Denzel supportively makes it clear that he trusts Chas, and Chloe leaves in disgust.
Matthew offers Louise and Terry a hand going through the B&B books and Louise later thanks him with a free pint in the Woolpack. Matthew suggestively tells Louise that he could help her with more than just the accounts but picking up on his proposition she firmly insists him that she is attached. Matthew bluffs that she's got the wrong end of the stick but Louise is clearly ill at ease. Over at the vicarage, Laurel and Ashley cosy up on the sofa until they are interrupted by Ethan. Uncomfortable in his presence, Laurel leaves and she later glumly tells Nicola that things aren't going well between her the vicar. Could their relationship be drawing to a close thanks to the bishop's disapproval?
Louise and Terry decide to go through with the mortgage on the B&B but Louise is surprised when Matthew sends Carl in his place with the documentation. Later that day Louise goes to visit Matthew and hands over the signed forms. She apologises for the previous day but Matthew insists that she got the wrong idea, not him. She offers to buy him a drink, but Matthew refuses and shuts the door on a disappointed Louise. Meanwhile, Colleen joins Chloe and Carl for dinner and Chloe lays on the charm offensive. The subject of the poison pen letters comes up and Chloe insists that she never believed that Colleen sent them. Carl is left thoughtful, hoping to get to the bottom of the letters. Elsewhere, Laurel admits to Ashley that she's finding the distance between them difficult and he confesses that he is finding it equally as hard.
Carl continues to think about the pen letters and he asks Chas if she still has them. She digs them out and Chloe is later horrified when she comes home to find Carl studying them. Carl tells Chloe that he doesn't understand why the letters suddenly stopped and Chloe covers her tracks by saying that she received another one but kept it to herself. She later quickly pens the letter and produces it to a flummoxed Carl. Meanwhile, Dawn is excited at the prospect of taking a job at an estate agency, but she is later downhearted when she works out that after childminding and travel costs it will not be worth her while. Over in the Woolpack, Matthew flirts with a lady client purely for Louise's benefit. At an opportune moment, Louise apologises for the previous day and says she feels like an idiot. Matthew relishes in the fact that he has regained the upper hand.
Carl has a private chat with Colleen about the letters and he asks her to write the word ‘waste'. She is disgruntled by her ex-husband's accusations but writes the word regardless. Carl later cleverly asks Chloe to write a letter for Tom and as he dictates he includes the same word. Chloe incorrectly spells the word ‘waist' and Carl is horrified as the mistake matches an error on the letter. How will Carl react to the discovery that Chloe was responsible for destroying his relationship with Chas? Meanwhile, when Viv takes her new pet rabbit to the vets, Paddy is clearly nervous in her presence.
Carl confronts Chloe about the letter and despite her desperate attempts she is unable to convince him that she is innocent. Carl tells her that he wants her out of the house and Jimmy turns up to reinforce his decision. Over in the post office, Dawn sees Ashley who tells her that he's struggling to find a baby-sitter for Gabby. Dawn offers her services and is delighted to have found a solution to her cash crisis. Meanwhile, Viv finds another excuse to take Buffy the rabbit to the vets and Paddy can't help but be pleased to see her. As he reaches for the pet, Paddy's hand strokes Viv's. They both feel the chemistry; will they give into temptation?
Chloe leaves Emmerdale for good. Carl tells Chas that Chloe is responsible for the pen letters and she goes round to confront her. As Chas has it out with Chloe she spots several pregnancy test kits and guesses that Chloe has been lying about being an expectant mother. She forces her to do a test but Chloe does a runner. A crowd congregates as Chas catches up with Chloe and demands that she admit that she isn't really pregnant. Chas and Chloe come to blows and Chas proceeds to dunk Chloe's head in a horse's trough, threatening to drown her until she is admits the truth. Carl is dumbstruck as he learns that he has been taken for a fool and Chloe is forced to leave the village in disgrace.
Sparks fly between Viv and Paddy during Sunday lunch laid on by Emily. However, after some tantalising games of footsie under the table, desire turns to anger as both Viv and Paddy try to deny their true feelings and end up arguing over the washing up! Meanwhile, the Kings try to help Carl come to terms with Chloe's treachery but his mind is clearly elsewhere. Later, in the Woolpack, Carl tells Denzel not to mess it up with Chas, but is he secretly hoping that he and Chas will get back together? Elsewhere, Debbie uses the money that Charity gave her to bail out the Dingles. After paying Pollard for the damage to his car, a grateful Lisa offers to take Debbie shopping.
As Emily and Paul head off to a gig, a lonely Viv is forced to ask Paddy for help when her hairdryer blows a fuse and all her electricity goes off. As Paddy offers his assistance, they forget their angry exchange from the previous night and unable to resist temptation any longer they share a passionate kiss. Elsewhere, a determined Matthew discovers what Jimmy is up to when he manages to get his hands on a business quote. Matthew later assures an uneasy Carl that their brother will get his comeuppance. Over at the Dingles', Cain's lies catch up with him when Zak discovers a stash of cash in his caravan. Furious that Cain refuses to contribute to the family pot, Zak forces him to tell Debbie that it's the money he got from Sadie to betray Charity. Feeling appalled, Debbie makes it clear that she never wants to see her father again.
Debbie is devastated when Andy tells her that it's completely over between them now that he's with Libby. To make matters worse, Cain gets suspicious and accuses Debbie of seeing Andy again. When he sees how upset she is, Cain tries to make amends, but will he keep his promise to make things right? Elsewhere, Matthew exposes Jimmy's plan to Tom and together they outbid him for the business contract. As they celebrate in the Woolpack, Matthew's joy at beating his brother is short-lived when Jimmy walks in and punches him hard in the face. Meanwhile, Viv and Paddy are tormented by guilt over their passionate embrace and agree that it must never be repeated. Will this really be the end of their dangerous liaison?
Cain's efforts to make a new start with Debbie backfire when he overreacts to Andy's concern for her at a chance meeting in town. At the end of her tether with Cain, Debbie makes it clear that she wants nothing more to do with her father and in an uncontrollable rage Cain viciously attacks his daughter. Appalled by Cain's behaviour, Zak sets fire to his caravan and tells him to leave or he'll do the same to his car. Despite his pleading, Debbie refuses to intervene and Cain is forced to leave. Elsewhere, Jimmy goes to his mother's grave and has a heart-to-heart with Tom who is also visiting. The father and son are brought closer together, paving the way for Jimmy to be welcomed back into the King family.
Jimmy seals his return to the King fold by goading Matthew into accepting a challenge to bed Louise before his next birthday. Does Matthew have a chance or will Terry stand in his way? Over at the Sugdens', Victoria is devastated when her birthday present turns out to be a karaoke machine and not a horse as she had hoped. Determined to show her the joys of karaoke, Jack sings Delilah by Tom Jones, but his performance fails to impress! Elsewhere, Chas's attempt to cheer up Debbie backfires when she tells Debbie she knows why she's so unhappy. Does Chas know the truth about her pregnancy?
Matthew takes advantage of Terry's babysitting duties to enjoy a private party with Louise. However, Matthew is left feeling awkward when Terry returns earlier than expected to a warm welcome from his girlfriend. Will Matthew be able to rise to the challenge and get Louise where he wants her? Elsewhere, Victoria's birthday wish comes true when Belle Dingle agrees to swap Hamish the pony for Victoria's doll. How will Jack and Diane feel about Victoria's new toy? Over at the café, Viv is horrified when Donna applies for a job at the Kings, rejecting her mother's plan for her as Emmerdale's shop and café heiress. Is this the beginning of a new glamorous chapter for Donna?
Matthew displays his culinary skills to Terry and Louise by cooking them Sunday lunch. He also invites his friend Sian and attempts to make Louise jealous by being openly flirtatious. However, when Sian realises what his motives are, she is unimpressed and refuses to play second fiddle to Louise. Meanwhile, Zak gets a shock when he discovers Hamish the pony has gone missing and is surprised when Belle reveals that she exchanged the pony for Victoria's doll. How will Jack respond when he hears about his daughter's impressive trade? Elsewhere in the Woolpack, Emily is oblivious to the air of embarrassment between Paddy and Viv and invites a drunken Viv to join them. Will she regret it when a chance encounter in the corridor leaves both Viv and Paddy red-faced?
Paddy is unable to distract himself from his feelings for Viv and resolves to visit her at the shop, where his request for mint balls sends Viv into overdrive. Unable to control themselves any longer, Viv kicks Shadrach out of the shop and locks all the doors before the pair finally give into their passion. With Donna on her way home early, will she discover the steamy affair? Elsewhere, Matthew comes to Louise's rescue when her taxi doesn't turn up and he offers her a ride, which she readily accepts. Louise is a little too happy to hear that Matthew and Siân are just good friends. Can she resist temptation? Later, a homeless Cain gets some unexpected affection from his old friend, Hamish, but despite returning the pony to the Dingles, he receives a frosty reception
Paddy's strange behaviour provokes questions from Marlon and leads Emily to seek marital advice from a painfully guilty Viv. Later at the Woolpack, realising he left his glasses behind after their moment of passion, Paddy arranges to meet Viv outside the toilets to retrieve them. Katie's nerves prove unfounded when she impresses Tom during an interview at the King's. However, with Donna also up for the job, can the pair contain their rivalry? Meanwhile, violence erupts in the village ahead of the fete when Edna and Pearl end up fighting over a packet of raisins!
Donna's carelessness with Buffy the rabbit gives a rampant Viv the opportunity to visit Paddy at the vets, where an innocent thank-you kiss soon turns to a passionate clinch. The temperature plummets when an astonished Marlon catches them together but will this be enough to put an end to their dangerous liaison? Meanwhile Laurel rebuffs Ashley's invitation to be the judge of the baking competition, suggesting the Bishop takes her place seeing as he seems to be doing most of the judging in Emmerdale. Elsewhere, Jimmy's constant taunting drives Matthew to extreme measures to get close to Louise. Will the landlady succumb to his charms?
Ashley is led into temptation when one too many glasses of wine unleashes his concealed passion for Laurel. Will his determination to prove their sincerity to the Bishop be enough to keep his feelings under control? Over at the vet's, Marlon corners Paddy about the incident in the shop and forces him to come clean about his attraction to Viv. Later on in the pub, a determined Paddy makes a promise to Marlon that he won't let Emily down. Will Paddy stay true to his word? Meanwhile, a determined Matthew snatches a kiss with Louise but he is shocked when she knocks him back. Feeling dejected, he tells Jimmy all bets are off but will he really accept defeat this easily?
Matthew makes Terry pay for Louise's rejection when he refuses to see him about B&B business without an appointment. An angry Louise heads over to the office to clear the air, but she gets more than she's bargained for when Matthew makes it clear that this is a more than a crush. Will Louise remain loyal to Terry? Elsewhere, Laurel heeds Nicola's advice and invites the bishop to Sunday lunch with her and Ashley to make amends. Can she convince him she's a suitable vicar's wife? Meanwhile, Jimmy has a breakthrough with Tom when he gets an invite to join the family for dinner, but will his stubborn streak prevent him from taking up the offer? And, Bob Hope wins the cake competition, much to Edna, Pearl, & Victoria's disappointment.
Sadie is furious when Jimmy mocks her about her financial difficulties in the Woolpack. In her refusal to lose face in public, Sadie lies that she has already recruited a hot-shot solicitor to take him to the cleaners. Determined to get hold of Jimmy's assets, Sadie then enlists Zoe's help to find legal advice, but will she succeed in wiping the smile off her estranged husband's face? Elsewhere, Jimmy is surprised when Tom offers him an olive branch, welcoming him back into the King fold. Jimmy is delighted to rejoin the family business, but how will Matthew feel when he discovers that Tom has backed down? Meanwhile, Laurel is determined to prove that she can be a perfect vicar's wife by playing host to the Bishop. Will her nerves get the better of her?
Sadie's money-grabbing plans are left in ruins when Jimmy's solicitor reveals the real extent of his tattered finances. Sadie is unwilling to believe that Jimmy's financial situation is so poor and determined to get her fair share of the Kings' cash she tries a different tack and arranges to meet her husband in the Woolpack. Sadie is left reeling when Jimmy triumphantly reveals that he's been welcomed back into the King fold and that she won't get a penny out of them. Sadie is shattered as the realisation hits home that she is no longer part of the family and she leaves feeling completely alone. Meanwhile, Nicola faces an uphill struggle to keep her relationship with a reluctant Simon on track. She invites him for a meal with her and a friend the following evening but he is clearly not keen. Elsewhere, Dawn worries about her finances when her earning potential is hindered by her inability to drive. Will she be able to find a suitable instructor?
Sadie's attempt to gain sympathy from Tom backfires when he gladly accepts her token gesture of returning her engagement ring, since it originally belonged to his wife. Sadie is dumbfounded as she leaves Holdgate Farm empty handed and is later found by a concerned Robert who tells her that he is there if she needs anything. Having hit rock bottom, will she take her former toy-boy up on his offer? Elsewhere, Nicola is left bitterly disappointed by Simon when he refuses to go to dinner with her. Feeling rejected, a paranoid Nicola gives Betty a tongue-lashing when she overhears her gossiping, assuming it's about her. Meanwhile, Dawn unwittingly upsets Bob when she ropes Scott into giving her driving lessons. Will this bring her and Scott together or drive them apart?
Sadie's fortunes continue to plummet when she fails to convince Zoe to go along with a business deal. She later feels isolated further when Max and Carl give her the brush-off in the Woolpack. Feeling desperate, Sadie seeks comfort from Robert and when she visits him at Annie's cottage it doesn't take long for them to head upstairs. Post coital, Sadie feels worse rather than better. Realising that she's completely alone, she decides to escape and heads back to Home Farm to pack her bags. As Sadie flees the village, she promises Zoe that Jimmy will get his comeuppance when she returns. Elsewhere, Nicola is upset when Lesley mentions that Simon is due to be best man at his friend's wedding and she confronts him about why he has kept it quiet. Simon assures her that it just slipped his mind, but Nicola is left worrying about the strength of their relationship.
A harmless competition of ‘Mr and Mrs' in the Woolpack ends in a bitter row when Simon confesses that his dream home would be in Scarborough. Having wrongly assumed that he would want to live with her in Emmerdale, Nicola is furious. Will the fishmonger return to his home town or finally make the commitment that Nicola is so desperate for? Meanwhile, Jimmy is delighted to hear that Sadie has disappeared and heads to Pear Tree cottage to tell Tom and Carl the good news. Tom is clearly not in the mood for celebrating, disappointed at the way things have worked out. Elsewhere, Scott and Dawn are unable to stay civil with one another as he attempts to teach her to drive. Giving it up as a bad job, Dawn asks Bob if he would consider helping her and a thrilled Bob readily accepts the challenge.
Lesley's interfering is welcomed for the first time when she tells Nicola about Simon's past and the breakdown of his previous relationship. Realising that Simon is scared of commitment, she confronts him and he finally opens up to her. After a long chat they announce that Simon is moving to Emmerdale and the couple look smitten as they look forward to their future together. Meanwhile, Viv and Bob are separately miserable as their divorce finally comes through. Viv is delighted when Paddy offers to take her to the Woolpack for a drink, but despite keeping up appearances, it is clear that she is as sad as Bob that their marriage is officially over. Over at the antiques barn, Rodney surprises Paul by asking him to become part owner of the family business. Paul accepts, knowing that is a big step forward for him and his recently found father.
When Emily is late home from a shopping trip with Paul, Paddy heads over to the shop and is unable to resist when Viv invites him upstairs for a bite to eat. The tension mounts between the lonely individuals and before long they are wrapped around one another, forgetting all about the chicken sizzling under the grill. Otherwise engaged, Paddy and Viv fail to notice the grill pan has caught fire, but as the smoke alarm goes crazy and Donna flies in, they are forced to lie that Paddy heard the noise and came to save the day. As Donna brands the vet a hero, he and a Viv are clearly embarrassed by their behaviour. Elsewhere, Nicola and Simon grow closer as they plan their future together. However, Rodney is mortified when he is left with Lesley for company!
Zoe is disappointed when Callum fails to attend the birthday party that she's laid on for him, and when she confronts him he accuses her of using him as an excuse to invite people round. Despite their row, Callum eventually shows his face and has an unexpectedly good time. Louise joins the celebrations and can't help but flirt outrageously with Matthew. Fearing that she's on the brink of doing something that she may regret, she makes a sudden exit and heads for Diane's. Louise confesses that she has feelings for Matthew but insists that she wants her relationship with Terry to work. Will the barmaid stay faithful to her man? Elsewhere, Paddy is disappointed when Emily snubs him for Paul yet again. Viv convinces him that one final fling with her will make him feel better, and she books them a hotel on the internet. Donna becomes suspicious of her mother's behaviour and snoops around for evidence. What will she find?
A suspicious Donna persuades a reluctant Marlon to follow her mother. Horrified that she is close to discovering Paddy and Viv's affair, he desperately distracts his girlfriend and she fails to discover the identity of Viv's mystery man. Inside the hotel room, a guilty Paddy decides that he can't go through with the liaison and leaves a disappointed Viv feeling dejected and alone. Meanwhile, Emily goes looking for her husband and when she is unable to find him she confesses to Paul that she is no longer happy with her relationship. Could this be the end of the road for Paddy and Emily?
As Emily makes a special effort with Paddy he is full of remorse and contemplates confessing all. Marlon strongly advises him to keep quiet, but will his guilt get the better of him? Over in the shop, Viv also wrestles with her conscience and she gives a surprised Emily the day off. Confused about the odd behaviour of those around her, Emily seeks advice from Paul in an attempt to save her marriage. Elsewhere, Val and Bob provide support for one another in their individual quests. Bob admits that he is looking for a woman, and Val admits that she's after a job
Paddy Confesses Emily walks out of the shop after a rude comment from Viv, and when she returns home in a rage Paddy gets the wrong end of the stick and confesses all. How will the mouse-like creature react to the news of her husband's fling? Over at the B&B, Val is amused when she catches Bob recording a video message in an attempt to get a date. After considerable teasing she offers to help, and after a couple of bottles of wine she offers herself! Elsewhere, Dawn is outraged to discover that Scott conned an elderly lady out of her car and returns the automobile to its rightful owner. The young mum is left in disgust at her boyfriend's behaviour.
Emily struggles to come to terms with her husband's betrayal, but after a few words of advice from Paul, she plucks up the courage to confront both Paddy and Viv. The disgraced postmistress and vet begin to argue over whose fault it was and Emily eventually cracks under the pressure. She tells them that she wants things to carry on as usual and that no one in the village is to know about the affair. Is this something that can be kept under wraps? Elsewhere, Jack is concerned about Diane when she snaps at Victoria and, guessing that she is apprehensive about her forthcoming scan, he does his best to reassure her. Meanwhile, Bob decides that he is determined to achieve one of his greatest ambitions – to get into the Guinness Book of Records! He enlists the help of Val, but will he succeed in reaching his goal, and poor Debbie Dingle feels her baby kick while minding TJ.
It's business as usual for Emily who is determined to behave as though her husband's affair never happed. A guilt-ridden Viv demands that Emily punch her in the face for revenge, but Emily calmly responds that she has no right to tell her what to do. Despite her composed demeanour, Emily confides in Paul and breaks down as she tells him that she can't stop thinking about the betrayal. She returns home, only to find Paddy and Viv discussing what has happened and, despite her instinct to flip, she disappears up to bed, leaving the shamed couple feeling worse than ever. Meanwhile, Donna incorrectly assumes that Viv and Bob are back together and goes to see her step-father to find out what's going on. Val and Bob are busy practicing their world record attempt and not wanting Donna to interrupt, he shouts out that he is with a woman. Donna takes this as confirmation that he is with Viv and later ignores Marlon's protestations that she is wrong.
Emily is irritated when she finds herself clearing up after Paddy at home. When she gets to work she can feel her blood boiling as Laurel innocently tells her that she has heard that Viv has been seeing someone on the sly. Emily's pent up aggression finally becomes too much to contain and the usually timid character explodes, attacking the shop in a frenzy. She sweeps the products off the shelves and smashes everything to the ground. Before long a crowd gathers and a horrified Viv realises that she has only got herself to blame. Later that day, Donna sees the wreckage in the shop and demands an explanation from her mother. Will Viv find the words to tell her daughter about her abysmal behaviour?
A furious Emily packs Paddy's bags before storming over to the Woolpack. The punters look on in shock as Emily dumps the suitcases at her husband's feet and announces that he has been sleeping with the postmistress! When Viv is unable to deny the affair, Bob seethes at the thought of Paddy with his former wife and instinctively smacks him in the face. Does Bob's jealous reaction confirm that he still has feelings for Viv? Meanwhile, a horrified Donna confronts Marlon over whether he knew about the affair and is furious to discover that he did. Marlon tries desperately to make amends but is hurt when Donna accuses him of caring more for Paddy than for her.
Matthew's sights are set firmly on Louise and despite the obvious chemistry between them she continues to reject his advances. With Terry away, Matthew tries a new approach and he openly tells the barmaid that he is crazy about her. Louise insists that she is attached, but the handsome King tells her that it's dinner at his tomorrow night or nothing. Will Louise finally give in to temptation? Elsewhere, Zak does his best to cheer a miserable Emily and invites her to have tea at the Dingles'. She gratefully accepts his offer but later shocks him when she announces that it's over between her and Paddy because he will always come second to her late husband, Butch. Over at the veterinary surgery, Paddy struggles to carry on as usual and when he overhears Tamsin and Libby gossiping about him. He warns Libby that he will sack her if he hears a peep out of her again.
Louise struggles to suppress her desire as Matthew openly plans their dinner together. In a desperate attempt to remain loyal to Terry, she tells Matthew he's a walking cliché and to leave her alone. Later, Louise is consumed by lust. After telling Bob that she's going for a walk, she finds herself at Matthew's door. A delighted Matthew reaches to help her out of her coat and before long they are wrapped up in a passionate clinch. Afterwards, an extremely pleased Matthew pours two glasses of champagne but Louise leaves telling him that it was a one off and will never happen again. Will she remain true to her word? Elsewhere, Andy, Robert and Victoria anxiously wait for their parents to return home and are thrilled when Jack and Diane arrive with news that Diane has been given the all clear. Jack proposes a celebration, but soon regrets it when his wife plans a long shopping trip funded by him!
Sadie takes advantage of Cain's obvious desire for her by telling him that she'll reward him generously if he gets hold of evidence about Jimmy's real financial situation. He agrees to sneak into Pear Tree Cottage but will he come up with the goods? Meanwhile, Louise is distracted by thoughts of her night of passion and arouses Diane's suspicions with her odd behaviour. Unable to stay away, Louise meets Matthew in the car park for another tryst but has second thoughts, leaving Matthew aching for more. Later that day, Louise panics when Matthew starts up a friendly conversation with Terry and at an opportune moment she warns Matthew off and tells him their fling was a mistake. Is this really the end of their dangerous liaison? Over at the Dingles', Chas boasts that she has more will-power than Zak or Shadrach and declares she could give up drinking without a problem. Her father and uncle declare that they could give up booze tomorrow and Chas swiftly takes them up on the offer.
Sadie distracts the Kings in the Woolpack while Cain sneaks into the office to look for evidence of Jimmy's true financial state. Unable to find sufficient paperwork, Cain decides to take Jimmy's laptop along with a few other valuables. Sadie is later relieved that Cain has narrowly avoided being caught and she gives him his bonus before leaving him hanging with a passionate kiss. How will Cain respond to her unexpectedly amorous advance? Meanwhile, Zak and Shadrach soon break their booze ban when Rodney asks them to help him shift some crates of beer. Chas finds the drunken Dingles and tells Rodney about their supposed plans to stay sober. Rodney challenges them to stop drinking for a month in return for £500. They accept the challenge but will they succeed?
Sadie is horrified when Denzel questions her about the robbery at Pear Tree Cottage and hints that Cain may have exceeded his brief. On the warpath, Sadie confronts Cain and he reluctantly admits that he stole Jimmy's laptop. Despite her initial fury, all is forgiven when Sadie realises that this is exactly what she needs to get her claws on the Kings' cash. Over in the Woolpack, Rodney is delighted as he catches Zak and Shadrach ordering two pints, but they astonish everyone by ordering two pints of water! Meanwhile, Louise is put on the spot during a drunken game of ‘sex or death' when Paul asks her about Matthew. Louise lies that she would rather die than sleep with him but despite her apparent objection, Matthew proves popular with the others and he is later smug when Val tells him that he is the most eligible bachelor in the village.
Zak resolves to keep his mind off booze by taking a reluctant Shadrach fishing. Noting the gloomy atmosphere, Zak tries to cheer Shadrach up with a cup of tea instead of an alcoholic drink but it clearly isn't enough to satisfy him. Sneaky Shadrach later steals money from the Dingle pot and treats himself to a few drinks at the Malt Shovel. Zak is appalled when he realises what his brother has done and throws him out of the house, branding him scum. Meanwhile, Louise is unable to deny her feelings any longer and when Terry goes out for the day with TJ, she finds herself back in the arms of the irresistible King. Post coital, Louise and Matthew share a tender moment as she admits that it feels so right even though she knows that it's wrong.
Rodney calls off the bet when he catches Shadrach drinking in the Woolpack, but an angry Zak manages to convince Rodney that he has stuck to the rules and persuades him to re-negotiate the deal. Shadrach leaves the Woolpack and disgraces himself by urinating in the street. A disgusted Edna catches him in the act and demanding police action, Denzel is called, leaving Chas torn between her father and her relationship. Elsewhere, Robert delights in telling Sadie that Katie let slip that Jimmy has put in an offer to buy some land. Sadie is intrigued and offers Robert a reward to find out more but can he deliver? Meanwhile, Cain keeps a close eye on Sadie and is furious to see her saying farewell to Robert.
Sadie is impressed when Robert tells her that he has discovered that Jimmy has offered a local £10,000 for her field. Sadie instantly organises a meeting and undercuts her husband's offer to ensure that she becomes the proud owner of the land that is invaluable to the Kings. Later that day, Cain tries to seduce a uninterested Sadie and, after cruelly putting him down, she heads off for a steamy session with Robert. As they lay in the hay at Home Farm they are oblivious to the fact that a furious Cain has caught them in the act. Will he keep the news of Sadie's other conquest to himself? Over at the antiques barn, Shadrach asks Rodney for another shot at the bet. Softened by his sincerity, Rodney agrees to give him another chance on the condition that if he fails he has to take a bath on the main street!
While out viewing a vacant plot of land on which to build their home, Katie and Robert cement their future when Robert proposes and an emotional Katie accepts. The couple are pleased when Andy offers his congratulations. Will the air of romantic happiness last? Cain ruffles Sadie's feathers when he lets slip that he knows about her and Robert. Later on, in the Woolpack, he witnesses the Sugden family celebrating Robert and Katie's engagement. Irritated by the scene of family happiness, Cain promptly informs Andy that Robert is still having his cake and eating it. How will Andy react to this latest revelation about Robert's infidelity. Meanwhile, Tom returns and Jimmy confidently tells his father about the offer he made for Mrs Kidderminster's land but fails to inform him of the burglary. Later, Tom is surprised to see Sadie back in the village and is suspicious of her sudden reappearance. Elsewhere, Jarvis and Len practice their cricketing skills but it soon becomes clear that Jarvis's
Jimmy is stunned to learn that Mrs Kidderminster has sold her land to Sadie despite his offer. He quickly realises that his estranged wife must be behind the stolen laptop and attempts in vain to persuade Sadie to sell him the land. He later breaks the news to Tom and Matthew who decide to quiz Katie about the break in. Will Katie become embroiled in Sadie's deceit? Meanwhile, Andy discovers Robert's dark secret as Cain's accusations ring in his ears. He quizzes Daz about Robert and Sadie and his suspicions are confirmed when he later witnesses the pair in close contact. An enraged Andy sets off to confront his wayward brother. Elsewhere, with Max away on a course for a few days, Zoe reluctantly agrees to help Paddy out at the surgery.
When Andy confronts Robert at the garage about his affair with Sadie a brutal fight breaks out between the brothers. Alerted by Daz, Katie rushes to the scene and is devastated to learn the reason behind the punch-up. Despite Robert's desperate denial of the affair, she struggles to believe him. When Jack comes across his boys fighting once again, he demands to know what is going on. Robert once again denies the allegation, persuading Jack that Andy is just trying to poison Katie's mind. Having conned Jack, will Robert be able pull the wool over his fiancées eyes?Meanwhile, a distraught Katie decides to confront Sadie. The Woolpack regulars, including a stunned King family watch as Katie pours a drink over Sadie who retaliates with a firm slap across the face. Angry at Katie's behaviour, Tom sacks her on the spot. Being sacked is the least of Katie's worries as she heads to Andy's house to seek comfort. Will the turmoil of recent events force the ex-lovers back into each other's arms?
After spending the night at Andy's, Katie is in turmoil. Throughout the day both Andy and Robert separately pay her a visit and beg her to give them another chance. Cornered and confused, Katie heads home only to run into Jack who berates her for tearing his family apart. Tired of the arguments, Katie decides to leave the village. Can Andy or Robert stop Katie before she walks out of both their lives?Elsewhere, Tom is worried that Sadie is wrecking his planned development and pays her a surprise visit. He offers her a cheque as payment for the land but Sadie knows she holds all the cards. Will she accept Tom's generous offer or will she hold out for an even better deal? Over at the vet's surgery, it's Zoë's first day back. She attempts to cheer Paddy up but her efforts are thwarted when he declines her offer of lunch at The Woolpack. She later catches Paddy looking at jobs abroad and hints that it's something she has considered herself. Meanwhile, Edna creates a fuss when she refuses
After discussing Sadie's demand, the Kings conclude that it would be a bad idea to allow her to regain her interest in the business. Tom and Max visit Home Farm to break the news to Sadie, who reacts by telling a stunned Tom that Zoe is now going to sell her the only other bit of land that they need for their development. Shaken by Sadie's plans, Tom is forced to concede and offers her a 10% share in King & Sons. Sadie is triumphant but how will Jimmy react to the news?Meanwhile, a concerned Jack questions Robert about his spat with Cain. Robert informs him that it was Cain who spread the rumours about him and Sadie. Robert again denies any wrong doing and explains he was negotiating with Sadie about buying a property on the new King development. Jack is concerned, does Zoe know about the Kings' plans? Elsewhere, Zoe worries that Dawn is not coping very well with the task of looking after both TJ and Jean.
Jack turns detective when he visits the council offices and discovers that the Kings have gained planning permission to build housing on Zoe's and Mrs Kidderminster's land. Jack wastes no time in revealing to Zoe and Andy the Kings true intentions. The trio make a pact to stop Sadie and the rest of the King family. Meanwhile, a triumphant Sadie arrives at the Kings and gleefully announces that Zoe has agreed to sell her the last field needed for their development. Sadie admits that Zoe is under the illusion the field is to be used for a livery business. However, Sadie is stunned when Andy, Jack and Zoe arrive and inform the gathered King family the game is up and that they are aware of their true intentions for the land. Angry at being duped, Zoe makes it clear she would only sell the land to Jack and that she wants Sadie to move out of Home Farm. Her plans thwarted and facing eviction, what will Sadie do next? Elsewhere in the village, Simon and Nicola grow tired of Lesley's interfere
Sadie enjoys her newly acquired power since buying the land that the Kings so desperately need. Tom makes it clear to Sadie that she is still on board, however, Jimmy takes delight in bursting her bubble by reminding her that she'll never worm her way back into the family. As well as keeping Sadie sweet, business-minded Tom is also hopeful that Jack and Andy will agree to sell him their fields. Despite wanting to stand his moral ground, can Jack afford to say no to Tom's generous offer? Over in the café, Donna takes advantage of Viv's absence and throws a party. Meddling Marlon invites Paddy, knowing that Emily will be attending. Will his efforts to re-unite the couple prove successful?
Cain taunts a miserable Robert who is drowning his sorrows over Katie, and when Cain takes things too far Robert snaps and a brawl ensues. Sadie intervenes by telling Cain that his gripe should be with her and she demands that he leave Robert alone. Cain later bursts in on a startled Sadie as she composes herself in the toilets. Matthew witnesses Cain's underhand behaviour and goes to his sister-in-law's rescue. Will Sadie use the opportunity to seek sympathy from the Kings? Elsewhere, Chas joins Carl and his son for a game of football and the chemistry between them is more apparent than ever. Despite their reluctance to admit their feelings for one another, will love conquer all?
Chas is forced to lie to Denzel when Shadrach steals his police car and drives into a ditch. The copper is furious when he discovers that he can't trust his girlfriend to be honest with him and he warns her that if it happens again their relationship will be over. Elsewhere, Zoe come to a decision about her future and announces to Callum that she and Jean will be leaving the village. Meanwhile, Matthew manipulates Robert by telling him that if he convinces Jack to sell his land, there may be room for him in the business. Will Robert compromise his relationship with his father for a future with the Kings?
Scott is met with an abrupt refusal when he asks Zoe if he can take Jean on holiday to Spain with him. Zoe is later furious when Ashley questions her decision, making her more adamant than ever that a fresh start is the best thing for her and Jean. Elsewhere, Chas's relationship with Denzel is clearly tarnished as a consequence of her father's behaviour. She explains her fury to Diane but also confesses to being confused over Carl. Will her relationship problems lead her back to her former lover? Meanwhile, Betty tries to verbally poison Dr Forsythe against Steph, but he insists that he will make up his own mind about the controversial villager.
As Betty cleans at Home Farm she soon picks up on Zoe's plans to move abroad and heads to the Woolpack armed with gossip. Scott is horrified when he hears through the grapevine that Zoe is leaving and heads off to confront her. How will Zoe respond when the father of her child storms round demanding that Jean stay where she is? Over at the Dingles', Shadrach shocks his family when he dresses up and declares that he is a changed man. He insists that he intends on getting himself a job, but Lisa is left to pick up the pieces when he fails miserably. Meanwhile, Libby suggests to Sadie that she stable her horse at Andy's farm, but the young farmer remains adamant that he doesn't want her horse on his land.
Donna is exhausted having single-handedly run the shop and the café in Viv's absence, and when Marlon offers to lend a hand, between them they forget to lock up. Shadrach seizes the opportunity and shamelessly steals as much booze as he can carry from the shop. Donna is distraught when she discovers the missing drink and Marlon instantly suspects his uncle. He heads up to Dingle's homestead to speak to Lisa, Zak and Chas, and when they find Shadrach they insist he hide the alcohol elsewhere. When Denzel arrives on official business Chas is yet again compromised. Will she stand by her father or her boyfriend? Elsewhere, Dawn speaks to Zoe on Scott's behalf and as a mother she can't help but empathise with her. Dawn is angry that Scott failed to mention that Zoe had offered to pay for him to frequently visit Jean and tells him that Zoe deserves a chance. Meanwhile, Andy is unable to turn down Sadie's money and agrees to rent her a stable.
Chas is feeling at an all time low having compromised her relationship with Denzel by lying for her father. During a heart-to-heart with Diane, she admits that she fears she'll never be happy and confesses that she signed up for the army a while ago and is seriously thinking now could be the right time to join the troops. Meanwhile, Viv returns home to news of the burglary and she heads straight up to the Dingles' to give them a piece of her mind. Zak is unrepentant and reminds Viv that she stole Emily's husband, claiming she's now had her just deserts. Later that day, Scott tells Viv that he fears he'll lose Jean, but his overprotective mother promises that she will never let that happen. What does Viv have up her sleeve?
Sadie is upset when she is snubbed by Zoe and Jimmy takes delight in telling her that no one would miss her if she disappeared. Feeling miserable, she heads back to the B&B and finds skimpy underwear on her bed with a note inviting her to Cain's room. She can't help but be tempted but is he the tonic she needs? Meanwhile, Viv sets about fighting for Jean, and after visiting the Citizen's Advice Bureau she tells Scott that they stand a good chance of getting custody of Jean by proving that Zoe is unbalanced. Scott is clearly uneasy at the thought of playing dirty, but how far will he go in order to keep his daughter? Over in the Woolpack, Emily finally ventures out of the house but struggles when faced with Viv. Paul cheers up Emily with his witty remarks about the postmistress but Viv is left feeling worse than ever.
Cain is furious when Sadie is dismissive about the previous night and feeling wronged the angry Dingle promises to make her pay. Later that day, Sadie is fraught when she finds a docile looking Damon, and she is later horrified when her beloved dog is pronounced dead. Is Cain responsible for the unexpected fatality? Meanwhile, Viv tries a different tack and asks Terry to make Zoe see sense about taking Jean away. Remembering how he felt when he thought he'd lose TJ he agrees to try, but Zoe quickly guesses that Viv sent him and insists that she has made up her mind. Elsewhere, Betty asks Jarvis how he will be celebrating his impending 65th birthday but he is determined that he doesn't want to do anything. Betty asks Len to talk to him and when he does Jarvis reluctantly agrees to a few drinks the following day.
Tom can't help but sympathise with Sadie and he offers to help bury her beloved pet. As they spend time together, Sadie comes clean about her past. How will Tom react when she confesses that she slept with Robert Sugden? Meanwhile, Jarvis's pleas for a low key birthday are unheard and the quiet drinks he planned in the Woolpack soon turn into a party. Despite his initial reluctance, Jarvis soon goes with the flow, so much so that he puts his back out on the dance floor! That evening, Libby invites Andy to be her date at the farmer's ball the following week. He is thrilled to be asked but worries that his lack of dancing ability will let him down. Terry offers to give him lessons but can he learn the moves in time?
Carl notes that Chas is feeling low and he takes her out for a drink in Hotten to cheer her up. During the evening Chas tells him about her plans to join the army and he is clearly upset at the thought of losing her. Their conversation is interrupted when Chas sees an old friend and Carl is left gutted that he hasn't had the opportunity to tell her how he really feels. Meanwhile, Tom is concerned when he hears that Sadie is planning to leave the village and he goes to say his goodbyes. Sadie hands over the land and assures him that she never wanted to use it as a lever to get back in with the Kings. Tom softens and invites her back into the firm, but how will Jimmy feel when he discovers his ex-wife is back on board? Over in the café, Viv takes great pleasure in outlining Home Farm's sordid past to ensure potential buyers of the property are put off for good.
Chas tells her family that she plans to join the army and is disappointed when they make their disapproval crystal clear. Meanwhile, Carl worries that he can't bare the thought of losing Chas and Max and advises his brother to talk to her. As he confesses his true feelings, Jimmy interrupts with a mocking comment and Chas is left believing that she is at the centre of some sort of bet. Can Carl convince her that his feelings towards her are genuine? Elsewhere, as Sadie packs up her car, Tom approaches and asks her to manage a short-term contract near Huddersfield. Sadie is only too happy to accept and she leaves the village feeling delighted that she is still a part of the King fold. As Sadie drives away she almost ploughs into Cain and promises him that if she ever discovers that he was responsible for Damon's death, next time she won't stop.
While Scott and Zoe continue to play happy families with Jean, Viv is busy speaking to a solicitor about Scott's rights as a father. It later comes to a head when Viv interrupts Scott and Zoe's lunch and announces the results of her investigations. Scott is openly angry at his mother for interfering and he follows her out. Viv and Scott discuss the situation and agree that it is brilliant that Zoe thinks they are at loggerheads. Scott then goes back to the pub and apologises to Zoe, telling her that he's told his mum that it's none of her business. What are Viv and Scott scheming? Meanwhile, pregnant teenager Debbie is feeling increasingly isolated, and having spoken to no-one about her delicate state, she is in desperate need of help. She goes to her hideout place and calls a teen advice line but after asking a few awkward questions she hangs up.
Scott puts his plan into action and sends Viv round to Home Farm to apologise to Zoe. Viv spells out her concerns in her usual brash manner, clearing the way for Scott to arrive and offer Zoe a sympathetic shoulder. Will Zoe fall for Scott's charm offensive? Elsewhere, Nicola tells Rodney and Paul that Lesley is coming to stay as she has hurt her arm she could do with a hand. A desperate Rodney is dismayed to find that the B&B is closed for refurbishment and is forced to invite the overly friendly woman into his home. Meanwhile, Daz thinks there is something strange about the way Debbie is acting but will he discover the real reason behind her peculiar behaviour
Daz is determined to get to the bottom of what is bothering Debbie and he follows her as she sneaks off to her hide. Believing that she is alone, Debbie takes off her jumper and as she reveals her bump Daz bursts in and is shocked by what he sees before him. Debbie insists that Daz mustn't tell a sole that she is pregnant, but is this secret too large to keep to himself? Elsewhere, Lesley has her feet firmly under the table at Mill Cottage, much to Nicola's annoyance. Simon and Nicola head off to view houses and Lesley invites herself along, infuriating Nicola further. How much more can Nicola take? Meanwhile, Chas finds herself explaining her decision to join the army and insists that it is something that she has always dreamed of doing. Feeling that she is being discouraged she becomes even more determined that she has made the right decision.
Daz is clearly concerned about Debbie and he visits the hide armed with presents for the expectant mother. Debbie confesses that she plans to dump the baby at a hospital after the birth, but Daz argues that Zak and Lisa would help out if they knew. Daz pleads with Debbie to visit a doctor but will the stubborn Dingle do the right thing?Meanwhile, Carl confesses to Max that he can't stand the thought of Chas leaving the village. But after failing to convince her before, will he swallow his pride and tell Chas how he really feels? Elsewhere, an embarrassed Andy visits Viv for a dancing lesson in preparation for the farmers' ball and the postmistress takes delight in showing him a few moves!
Debbie panics when she overhears Zak and Shadrach saying that they are heading off to the woods and fearing that they'll find her hide she asks Daz to go and clear it. The Dingles later stumble across Daz and he manages to excuse his whereabouts. However, he later tells Debbie that he won't lie on her behalf anymore. Debbie fears that Daz will tell Andy about the baby and to keep him quiet she says she's going to see a doctor. She heads off to the surgery but bottles it at the last minute, later lying to Daz that she saw the doctor and everything is fine. Elsewhere, Andy's dancing lessons appear to be paying off and Viv is thrilled at his progress. He proudly tells Libby that she is in for a surprise at the farmer's ball leaving her curious as to what he has planned!
Debbie begins to feel the first twinges of labour, but refusing to tell anyone about her suffering, she sneaks off alone into her hide. As the contractions continue, the terrified teenager realises she needs help but as she reaches for her phone she howls with pain as she watches the battery die. Daz arrives to find Debbie in labour. Over in The Woolpack, the locals give Chas the send-off she deserves, but Carl is clearly struggling to stand back and watch her leave. Elsewhere, Andy is ready to impress Libby with his newly acquired dance moves. However, when he turns up at the farmers’ ball he realises that waltzing isn’t on the agenda!
Debbie’s waters have broken and despite her pleas for Daz to stay, he rushes off in search of help. Alone in the hide, Debbie is forced to pull herself together and concentrate as she gives birth to a baby girl. Having heard the news from Daz, Emily rushes into the hide to find a terrified Debbie with an unconscious baby. As Emily revives the tiny girl, Daz arrives with Dr Forsythe and after making sure mother and baby are well they are escorted to Emily's house where Debbie is faced with Zak and Lisa. Meanwhile, unaware of the unfolding events, Paddy loses hope of winning over Emily when she dashes off with Daz in favour of talking to him.
Debbie is in the hospital after giving birth to a baby girl. She looks over at her sleeping baby. In the waiting area Zak tells Lisa that he will never forget the look on Debbie's face. Zak takes the baby from the hospital and heads back to the house. When Zak breaks the news to Cain that the baby is his granddaughter, Cain takes the news badly - insists he's scared but not angry and rushes out. Paul arrives at Smithy Cottage with a box of chocolates for Emily. He tells Emily that his gig didn't go well but Dr Forsythe gave him a lift. Paddy enters and gives Emily a letter that was posted next door and explains that Marlon slept in The Woolpack. Emily tells Paddy that she is glad she ran after Daz and tells Paul that Paddy asked her back and that she is very glad she came home early the night before. Libby tells Andy that she can't be bothered to show Bobby round the stables and that she just wants to go back to bed.
Cain remains determined to stand by his daughter and grandchild and an impressed Zak invites him to move back in. Daz continues to offer his support and naively suggests to Debbie that they bring up the baby together. He is hurt by her horrified response and feeling low he heads back to the farm where Andy questions his mood. Daz blurts out that Debbie has had Andy's baby and the young farmer stands in shock as the enormity of the news sinks in. Elsewhere, Matthew and Louise play a dangerous game, and as they get friendly in the cellar Diane makes her way down the stairs.
Jack is stunned to discover he is a grandfather, but after his initial fury he calms down and heads up to the Dingles’ with Andy. Cain refuses to let them in until Zak intervenes, insisting that Debbie and Andy need to talk. Andy holds the baby in his arms and is mesmerised by her beauty. Debbie tells Andy that she's named the baby Sarah, after his late adoptive-mum and although he is initially shocked, it helps to reinforce his part in the baby's life. Debbie is thrilled when Andy promises to be there for them. Elsewhere, Louise and Matthew are excited that the B&B will be ready in a week, knowing Terry will move back in, giving them more space.
Matthew takes Terry for a night out, but after getting him uncontrollably drunk, Matthew carries him home where Terry passes out on the sofa. Taking advantage of the situation, Matthew and Louise head upstairs, but when Val hears noises she investigates the situation and discovers their affair. Meanwhile, Andy is forced to put an end to his relationship with Libby in order to face up to his responsibilities. Despite his best efforts to do the right thing, Andy feels he can’t win when Robert fumes over the baby's name and Tamsin shouts at him over his treatment of her sister. Elsewhere, having lied to Eric about planning a birthday party for him, Val desperately tries to think of ways to organise something at short notice. Realising that none of the villagers wants to spend an evening with the local con artist, she begins to panic.
Bob and Val create the idea of a VE celebration as a cover to get people to attend Eric's birthday party the following day. Val ends up admitting to Bob that she has fallen for Eric. Over at the council meeting Eric rejects Glynis admitting that his feelings lie with Val. Debbie and Cain face the village for the first time with baby Sarah. Meanwhile, Jack tells a stunned audience at the pub that Andy is the father of Debbie's baby. Elsewhere Louise tells Val that last night with Matthew was a one off. Val reassures her that her secret is safe.
Total mayhem ensues when Eric hears the truth from the villagers about the real reason for their attendance to the party. Although Val is heartbroken when Eric blames her, she whole-heartedly apologises and after a few home truths are exchanged Eric softens. The Dingles are coming round to Andy being Sarah’s father, due to the fact Jack is worth a bob or two. However Cain makes a point of reminding Andy what will happen if he messes them around. Meanwhile, back at the party Louise is tempted to take a break from running the bar to head off with Matthew. However she turns down his advances.
After Louise has spent a sneaky lunch break in bed with Matthew, she is horrified to find out that he had also made plans to meet Terry at the same time. She lets Matthew know how annoyed she is with him. When Val arrives at Eric's with her worldly possessions he is visibly unaware of her plans to move in. Over in The Woolpack, Ivan takes pleasure in buying Tamsin drinks, but she ends up so drunk that Diane has to politely ask her to leave.
Louise and Matthew grab an opportunity to sneak off to a guest house together. Post coital Matthew half-heartedly suggests she lie to Terry in order to spend more time with him. Louise agrees but quickly susses that Matthew doesn’t appreciate how difficult she finds being dishonest to Terry. Upset she calls the affair off and leaves. Meanwhile, Eric suggests to Val that with his factory and business acumen and her sewing skills they could set up a successful soft furnishings company together. After a successful day trip with Scott and their daughter Jean, Zoe tells Effie, the nanny, how impressed she is with the effort Scott has been making as a father.
Zoe is impressed by Scott’s recent paternal decision and shocks him by asking if he’d like to accompany her and Jean by moving to California. Scott can’t believe his luck and all his feelings for Zoe come flooding back. Meanwhile, in The Woolpack work-shy Tamsin wonders how hard bar work can be and offers her services to Diane. Diane tells her that she needs someone with more experience.
Zoe receives a visit from Social Services and is convinced that Viv is behind it. When the Social Worker mentions to Zoe about her losing two brothers, Zoe becomes infuriated and tells Scott only him and Ashley knew about that so he must have told Viv. It suddenly dawns on Zoe that Viv and Scott have been colluding together all this time. Has Scott just blown his chances of a future together with Zoe and Jean? Elsewhere, the Sugden's barn is flooded and the blame is pinned on Daz.
Donna is shocked by Scott’s generosity with money, unaware that it is his way of saying goodbye as he prepares to leave the country with Zoe and Jean. Before heading to Home Farm, Scott also posts a letter to girlfriend Dawn. Having acknowledged his feelings for Zoe, Scott gets down on one knee at Home Farm to propose. Zoe is unable to keep up the pretence that everything is going ahead as planned and tells him there is no way she will marry him, before retracting her invitation for Scott to join her and Jean in America. Scott reacts by throwing her down against the table in a rage. Zoe grabs the nearest thing to her, a syringe filled with Ketamine she had just prepared for an injured horse and plunges it into him. As Scott falls to the floor Zoe picks up a second syringe just as Paddy walks in and witnesses the attack. Has Zoe enough hatred for Scott to inject him with the second needle and get him out of her life for good
The police arrive at Home Farm to question Zoe. When the engagement ring and the puncture wounds on Scott’s body are discovered DI Warren begins to wonder if Zoe knows more than she is letting on and she is arrested on suspicion of assault. Paddy is told that he must give a statement but is aware this evidence is crucial to Zoe’s fate. When the drugs are mentioned and the fact that as a vet, Zoe would be aware of their effect on humans, the pressure is on Paddy to ensure some damage limitation? Meanwhile, Viv is told of Scott’s condition and rushes to the hospital. Adamant that Zoe is responsible, Viv tells Bob that Zoe will pay for what she has done. Will Viv go through with her threat and seek revenge for her critically ill son?
Zoe awaits news on whether she is to be charged or not until the police have obtained a statement from Scott, who is currently unconscious. Eventually, Zoe is released on bail but told to have no contact with witnesses. That afternoon, back at Home Farm, there’s a knock at the door and Viv barges her way in. Zoe tells Viv that Scott tried to rape her but Viv is having none of it and goes for Zoe. A struggle ensues but Depaul arrives and prises them apart, telling Zoe she’ll end up getting herself arrested again. Will Depaul ensure Viv leaves before Zoe says something she might later regret? Elsewhere, Dawn is furious when she receives Scott’s letter telling her he’s left the village and, feeling betrayed, she decides to flee to Spain. However, when Bob fills her in on events, will she change her mind and go to Scott’s bedside?
Kelly Windsor makes a shock return to the village to be at Scott’s bedside, but step-mum Viv isn’t impressed. Kelly doesn’t waste any time in showing that she hasn’t changed when a young doctor on duty arrives and she sets about seducing him. Kelly quick slips back into caring mode when Viv arrives back from the canteen but are Bob and Marlon as convinced by Kelly’s display of concern as Viv seems to be? Meanwhile, Ashley pays Zoe a visit and asks her to explain what happened. He reminds her of a previous comment she made saying that she wanted Scott out of her life for good, but Zoe is indignant at his suggestions. Elsewhere, Max tells Jimmy that Andy may lose his entire flock of sheep due to illness resulting in a loss of £10,000. Can Jimmy hatch a plan to use this to his advantage?
With an arguing family by his bedside, Scott awakes. He tries to speak and manages to mumble something about Zoe trying to kill him. Before those around him can make sense of what he is saying he begins to fit and as the nurse calls for assistance the family are hustled out. When Bob and Donna are alone, he admits to her that Scott had written Dawn a letter explaining that he and Zoe were running away together. Donna is stunned but finally understands Dawn’s reasons for going to Spain. The doctor explains to a distraught Viv that Scott may suffer permanent brain damage. As the family take in the news, the police knock on Zoe’s door and escort her away for questioning. While Emily baby-sits Sarah, Debbie is distraught to find that Andy won’t leave the farm to spend time with her. Is he avoiding her for a reason?
Kelly turns up at Home Farm with a journalist and snap-happy photographer. Zoe is stunned, and when pushed for a comment she realises she’s beaten and heads inside. Meanwhile, Dawn arrives at the hospital and is stunned to see Scott’s delicate condition. Kelly makes snide comments about Dawn not being there sooner and as she tries to defend herself she goes to grab Scott’s letter. Will Bob be able to stop her? Elsewhere, Robert is angry when he finds a cheque that Jack has written for Andy. He thinks that Andy is becoming Jack’s favourite son and is determined to get back at him, so sets about chatting up Libby. Andy is upset when he sees Libby accept a lift from Robert. How far will Robert go to seek revenge on his brother?
At the hospital Dawn is irritated by Kelly and Viv’s continuous bitchy remarks and finally snaps showing a stunned Viv the letter from Scott. Viv is distraught and in her frustration she begs Scott to wake up. She refuses to believe her would leave her and is desperate to question him. After pressure from Cain, Andy visits Debbie. She tells him that she wishes they could spend more time together and suggests that she moves back to Butler’s farm to be with him. Will Andy agree? Elsewhere, Lesley suspects that there is something strange about Rose and determined to get to the bottom of it, she invites her to the pub. Lesley opens up to Rose and confesses that she lied about her arm to get close to her son. What will Rose reveal to Lesley?
Andy confesses to Jack that while he wants to do the right thing by Sarah, he no longer has any feelings for Debbie. Andy pays Debbie a visit and when she tells him that she loves him, he admits that he doesn’t feel the same. He apologises but Debbie is inconsolable. He insists he’ll always be there for Sarah, but an angry Debbie says he can’t have the baby without her. Debbie is distraught as she watches the man she loves walk away. Ashley is taken aback when he gets a call out of the blue from his brother asking if Jasmine, Ashley’s 15 year old niece, can come to stay. Will he agree to take her in for the summer? Kelly, meanwhile, spends the day flirting with Danny, but will he respond to her advances?
A distraught Debbie tells Cain that she and Andy are finished. Cain is ready to go and hunt Andy down but he receives a second blow when Debbie announces that she’s called social services and is getting rid of her baby. The worried Dingles try to convince her it’s just her hormones. However, unbeknown to the family, Debbie is still convinced that her baby will be better off with a foster family and puts her in a taxi. In the nick of time, Cain arrives and desperately tries to convince her not to abandon her responsibilities. He assures her that he will be there for her but can he convince her to keep her baby? After finding out that Debbie has banned Andy from seeing Sarah, Jack tells Robert that Andy could do with his support. Seizing the opportunity to get back in with his family so that he can work against them for the Kings, he lends Andy a shoulder to cry on. Elsewhere, when Ashley’s niece Jasmine arrives, she appears to be a stroppy teenager and he struggles to get
Jack and Andy are disheartened at the cattle market when there are no bids for their cows because someone has said that their cattle are infected with pneumonia. They suspect the Kings, and Jack confronts Jimmy in the Woolpack. Robert witnesses the confrontation and questions his father as to whether the land is worth all the aggro. He is clearly trying to persuade him to sell to the Kings, but will Jack remain oblivious to his son’s manipulation? Meanwhile, Jasmine is in the house alone and she sneaks into Steph’s room to find a box containing cuttings relevant to Shelly’s disappearance. Jasmine is clearly intrigued and when Steph returns home she subtly asks her about Shelly. Ashley intervenes but it is clear Jasmine is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery. Elsewhere, Kelly insensitively tells Donna that she can do much better than lanky Marlon and insists she’ll do well if she sticks with her. Donna feels increasingly humbled as the day goes on.
After much deliberation, Jack comes to the conclusion that Andy would be better off if he sells his land, and Tom is elated to hear of the farmer’s change of heart. However, when he goes to sign the doted line, Andy stops him in his tracks and the father and son leave delighted that the Kings haven’t managed to get one over on them. Enjoying their triumph, they take things one step further as they mischievously drive their muck spreader past Pear Tree Cottage! Elsewhere, Matthew confesses to Louise that he can’t bare the thought of her being with Terry, but she sharply tells him that he better get used to it because she intends on being with Terry for a long time. Meanwhile, as Steph heads off to work on the memorial garden she tells Ashley to invite Jasmine to join her. Jasmine later fails to show and Steph finds her in the café talking to Daz. Steph warns Jasmine to stay away from him, explaining he’s caused her a lot of trouble. Will this make Jasmine more determined to
The villagers are amazed by Jack and Andy’s behaviour the previous day but it is clear that they do not regret their actions. Tom later goes to see Jack and tells him the offer is still there if he wants it, but Jack makes it perfectly clear that he has no intention of selling. A frustrated Tom goes back to the office and tells Matthew that he wants this sorted by the time he gets back from his business trip, but will he be able to make Jack budge? Elsewhere, Matthew continues with his other task and steps up his attempt to woo Louise. After buying her a necklace he tries to kiss her, but it is clear that all she wants is to hear that he really cares for her. Will he mange to convince her that his feelings are genuine? Over in the Woolpack, having spent the whole evening with Kelly, Danny is confident that she is a dead cert. However, when Kelly finds out Max has more money, she waits for Danny to go to the gents and heads off with the delighted vet!
Having been suitably convinced that Matthew really likes her, Louise decides that it’s time to end her relationship with Terry. A panic stricken Matthew tries to put her off, but with her mind made up she heads off to face Terry. Back at the Woolpack, Louise asks to see Terry, and as they go to the back room she discovers that he has decked out the room with roses. She begins to cry and tells him that she loves him but can’t be with him. Terry is completely stunned and devastated as Louise’s words sink in. Elsewhere, Jimmy suggests employing Cain to put pressure on the Sugdens. Matthew disagrees, but Jimmy gets Cain on side regardless.
Louise is pleased to see Diane back, and in need of a shoulder to cry on she tells her that she and Terry are over. Diane guesses that Matthew is involved and warns her that she is making a terrible mistake. When Val appears, it becomes clear that she already knew about the affair, leaving Diane furious. Louise is annoyed at Diane’s interference and tells her to go to hell. Later, in the bar, Diane consoles Terry and feeling he deserves the truth, she tells him that Louise has been seeing Matthew. Terry is momentarily stunned but then heads for the door. He finds Louise and Matthew together, but he is too emotional to pick a fight and he sobs as he watches Matthew lead the lady he loves away.
News of Louise and Matthew’s affair spreads around the village leaving the residents shocked at her betrayal. A wronged Terry confronts Matthew and punches him in the face, before shouting abuse at Louise in the pub. Louise seeks assurance from Matthew that she has done the right thing, but when he fails to give her the reassurance she needs, will she realise that she has made a terrible mistake? Meanwhile, Val’s interior design dream is left in tatters when the bank refuses to give Pollard a loan. Refusing to give up, she asks Diane for financial help, but will her sister come to her aid? Elsewhere, Bob is unsure that their plans to enter Marlon into a food competition are wise, but Donna remains undeterred and forges Marlon’s signature. How will the chef react when he discovers his girlfriend’s deceit?
After much deliberation, Ashley visits Zoe ready to discuss the incident with Scott. Ashley is stunned when Zoe confesses that she tried to kill Scott and although she is adamant that it was self defence he is shocked further when she tells him that she enjoyed humiliating him. Ashley storms off in disgust leaving Zoe fearing that she has said too much. Will the vicar go to the police? Elsewhere, Matthew realises that he must be there for Louise and Terry is upset as he watches them acting affectionately in public. Louise is hurt by the reaction from some of the villagers and Matthew comforts her half-heartedly, unsure of what he has got into and how he can handle it. Meanwhile, Diane lets slip to Marlon that he has been entered into a competition and he is furious that Donna has gone behind his back. She eventually manages to calm him down and after much deliberation Marlon agrees to go through with it.
Scott regains consciousness and tells his side of events to DI Warren, ensuring that a spin is put on his answers for the benefit of Viv, to keep her on-side. As a result of Scott's statement, Zoe is arrested for attempted murder. However, can Scott rely on his mother's support after telling his version of events? Meanwhile, Laurel returns to Emmerdale and goes on the defensive when Ethan questions her about staying away longer than she had planned, assuring him everything is fine. Ashley tells Laurel he was nervous about her return and admits he doesn’t know the recipe to a proper relationship. Elsewhere, Sadie returns to find Louise has installed herself at Victoria Cottage. Is Matthew as comfortable with the situation as Louise appears to be?
Zoe is questioned by the police, and despite reiterating that Scott attempted to rape her, she struggles to maintain her composure when her schizophrenic episodes are brought up. When DI Warren questions Zoe about the Ketamine she struggles to answer and unable to defend her actions, is charged with attempted murder. Elsewhere, Ashley and Laurel get rid of their tensions with a passionate kiss. However, they are interrupted by Jasmine who makes her disapproval very apparent. Has Laurel got a task on her hands befriending the teenager? Also, tension continues to grow between Dawn and Kelly in the hospital. When Kelly gets Scott alone, will she admit her feelings to him?
Viv makes an unsuccessful attempt to disrupt Zoe’s hearing. Although she is granted bail Zoe later pays Paddy a visit and breaks her bail conditions by questioning him over what he told the police. Is Paddy prepared to continue to lie to potentially save Zoe from prison? Meanwhile, Laurel’s attempts at making friends with Jasmine fall flat when Laurel takes her shopping and Jasmine leaves her behind at the first opportunity. Laurel tries to convince Ashley that it will be fine but is she trying to convince herself as well? Laurel tries to convince Ashley that it will be fine. Elsewhere, Emily is entertaining Paul with some wine and snacks. Paddy is at work when he hears music blaring from the house and storms in to turn it off. However, he leaves after being embarrassed by Paul. How long can Paddy endure these less than ideal living arrangements?
Paddy finds his day goes from bad to worse when his finances catch up with him. Unsure of where to lay his head he packs his bags and heads to Smithy Cottage. Paddy tells Emily of his plans to move back in. She is initially unwilling, but relents. Back in the village, Scott makes waves and things get heated when he goes to The Woolpack and is confronted by Callum after trying to talk to Zoe. Later he senses something is wrong with Dawn when she leaves the pub and so follows her home and apologises for recent events claiming he was conned by Zoe. Meanwhile, Sadie arranges a meeting with Harry Ledbetter outside Butlers Farm, hoping to be seen by Jack. They are spotted and Jack promptly throws them off his land. Sadie and Harry head to the pub where Jack sees them again and becomes increasingly suspicious.
Sadie receives several suggestive texts from Cain and he tells her he's taken her car and to meet him on a dirt track. They share a passionate kiss but Cain drives off leaving Sadie dishevelled but full of desire. Meanwhile, Matthew manipulates Louise in order to avoid a lunch meeting and is yet becoming more infuriated with her attempts to make a homely life for them. Louise arranges to cook for him that night. Also, Paddy is finding Emily’s new set of ‘house rules’ hard to live by. Max comes up with an idea to get Emily to work at the vet's.
The Dingles are gobsmacked by the arrival of Delilah in a wedding dress. Despite their joy at seeing a car boot full of wedding presents, it's clear there is more to Delilah's story than meets the eye. Cain and Sadie meet in the B&B for a passionate liaison. After much teasing, Cain tells Sadie it was he who killed Damon. Matthew sees Cain leaving the B&B and goes inside to find a devastated Sadie. He offers comfort and the pair share a kiss as it becomes apparent that there is a history between them. However, Sadie pulls away and asks Matthew to leave. Elsewhere, Jack seeks advice from Eric about the Kings application for a Compulsory Purchase order and his suspicions that Sadie is bribing Councillor Ledbetter for it. Also, Eric questions Sadie, who is unwilling to give him any facts but suggests he may be able to help her. Eric cleverly confirms his suspicions of bribery to Jack.
Louise feels used and totally humiliated when she confronts Matthew over the fact that he is avoiding her and he harshly ends their relationship, revealing that he only went out with her for a bet. Meanwhile, Danny cajoles Len into going on a holiday to Whitby so he can cook for Libby and try his hand at wooing her. Delilah receives a dismissive reception from the Dingles who pretend they have not heard from Delilah. Jay, however, susses she is there and Delilah arrives home to find him locked in his own car, scared and surrounded by Dingles. Jay is keen to know Delilah's reasons for running off, will she come clean?
In The Woolpack, Carl asks Louise if she is okay and she admits she has felt better. Sadie overhears and tells Louise she shouldn’t have been surprised Matthew finished with her as she hasn’t got the brains or the class to keep hold of man like Matthew. Louise is hurt and Sadie leaves with a cruel smile across her face. Meanwhile, after a lads' night out in Hotten, Marlon and Paddy arrive back at The Woolpack. Paddy, minus a wedding ring, has managed to pull Rita Brannigan, a robust thirty-something. Once he is sure that Emily will have gone to bed, Paddy takes Rita back to Smithy Cottage. Trying to be as quiet as possible, clumsy Paddy knocks over a vase and wakes his estranged wife. At the Dingles’, Zak insists that Delilah puts Jay straight as to how she feels. She tells Jay that she doesn’t want to be tied down.
Rita apologises to Emily saying she didn’t know that Paddy was married as he didn’t have his wedding ring on. Emily grabs his hand and her face falls when she sees it is missing from his finger. Emily tells Debbie that she doesn’t want to live with Paddy anymore and Debbie, seeing an opportunity for a babysitter on tap, tells Emily to move into the Dingles’. Will Zak agree? Terry warns Matthew not to go near Louise again before leaving for his holiday with TJ to Disney World. However Matthew is still smug when Sadie asks him if he's driven his rival out of the village. Meanwhile, at the Dingles’, Zak tells Delilah that she has to contribute to the pot and she decides to sell her wedding presents to raise the cash.
Zak is thrilled when Sam turns up at the Dingles’. Sam suggests to Zak that they go for a drink but is a bit deflated when the others invite themselves along as he wanted a private chat with his dad. What is the secret that he is hiding and will he be able to find a chance to confide in Zak? Unbeknown to Marlon, a judge from the ‘Top Pub Chef of the North’ competition is dining at The Woolpack and Shadrach has his eye on her. Marlon soon realises she is a judge and is horrified to see Shadrach staggering towards her. Is Marlon's dream of winning the competition over? Laurel is annoyed that she's on her own when Jasmine fails to turn up to help her run the Adult Literacy Class. Will Laurel tell Ashley about Jasmine's behaviour?
Debbie is upset to find Jasmine and Daz sharing a bottle of stolen crème de menthe in the cricket pavilion, and Laurel is shocked to arrive and find the girls fighting. She pulls them apart and is hurt when Jasmine remarks that she thinks Laurel won’t be around much longer. Ashley is too busy to hear about Jasmine's behaviour and so Laurel tells Ethan what went on instead. He enjoys their closeness. After a fishing trip, Zak suggests to Sam that he give Alice a call. Sam pretends to make the call keeping his finger on the receiver. Will he confide in his Dad as to why he is acting strangely? Meanwhile, Steph manages to convince Alan to give her another summer running the B&B.
Jasmine lets Laurel down again by not going to the airport to meet her dad. Ashley patronises Laurel about being a parent and she reveals to him that she wants them to have children of their own but by the time the Bishop finally comes round it may be too late. She asks him if she’ll miss out on the chance of having a baby so she can stay with him. Ashley is defeated. Meanwhile, Zoe has allowed Viv to see Jean on the condition that she comes alone and accompanied by Callum. Viv desperately tries to get rid of Callum to enable Scott to have five minutes with Jean. Suspicious Callum tells Viv her time's up and he's just lifting Jean out of her chair when Scott arrives. Callum pushes past Scott and leaves. Scott is upset and when Viv goes to comfort him he angrily shrugs her off. Callum arrives back at Home Farm and tells Zoe about Scott turning up. At the B&B, Steph welcomes Adam as a permanent lodger and in return he offers to help her with the decorating.
Viv is disgusted as she watches Zoe plead her innocence in court and is horrified further when Zoe later threatens that after the trial she and Scott will never see Jean again. Scott intends to run away with his daughter but will Zoe discover his plans in time? Over at the Dingles’, Zak is concerned when Sam admits that he doesn’t want to go home to Alice. Zak tells his son that he is welcome to stay with them, but worries that there is something that Sam isn’t telling him. What could Sam be hiding? Elsewhere, the stress of waiting for acceptance of her relationship from the bishop is proving too much for Laurel. Ashley questions his fiancée about her feelings towards him but will she confess the truth?
Alice turns up out of the blue and announces that she and Sam are expecting a baby. Nervous at his family's reaction, Sam hides and is upset when he overhears Shadrach badmouthing his abilities as a father-to-be. Zak eventually finds Sam and tries to convince him that he's more than capable of being a good parent. Will the reluctant Dingle take Zak's advice on board? Elsewhere, Scott succeeds in winding up Zoe and an argument ensues when she claims that Scott raped her. Scott points out that she has breached her bail conditions and takes delight in ringing the police. Zoe is later horrified when the police arrive on her doorstep. Meanwhile, Bob has a date with an astrologer after joining a video dating agency but it turns out she doesn’t want to date a Capricorn, while Jimmy and Robert collude against Jack and Andy.
Alice is upset that Sam appears to be uninterested in having their baby and decides to head back to Norfolk alone. A few harsh words from Cain finally encourage Sam to see sense and he runs after her. Later the couple return all smiles, announcing that they plan to marry and live in Emmerdale. Over at the farm, Robert is annoyed to see that Katie has written to Andy and storms out in a rage. He later apologises to Andy but it is clear that he has something up his sleeve. Elsewhere, Zoe is surprised and delighted when her solicitor calls to tell her that there is a witness to Scott threatening her. Callum later returns home and when he sees Zoe and Jean together he is certain that he has done the right thing by lying for Zoe in court. Meanwhile, Bob goes on another date, but as Viv watches them like a hawk, he is paranoid that Avril will walk out on him.
Having been paid by Jimmy, Robert spikes Andy’s drink in the pub and when he later heads home in his car he is stunned to be pulled over and breathalysed by the police. The reading is high but he narrowly escapes being over the limit. Andy realises someone has reported him but feels confused knowing he only had one pint in the pub. Over at the Dingles’, Lisa returns from a trip to her Granny Clegg’s and is stunned to hear that Alice and Sam are expecting a baby. Initially Lisa can’t help but worry about their immaturity but Alice puts her mind at rest, assuring her they have everything under control. Meanwhile, Avril and Bob are getting on like a house on fire, much to Viv’s disgust. It becomes clear that there is no love lost between Bob's former wife and his new love interest. Is this war?
Andy tells Jack that he thinks the Kings were responsible for spiking his drinks the previous night. The angry father confronts Jimmy in the pub but the arrogant King denies any involvement. Jimmy, Cain and Robert get together and decide it's time to get heavy with Andy. They agree that if his barn were to go up in flames he wouldn't get a penny if it was made to look like an insurance job, therefore forcing him to sell the land. That evening, they turn up at the farm with arson in mind. Andy's Alsatian dog barks which alerts his attention and he goes to investigate. Cain attacks Andy as Jimmy sets light to the barn and Robert looks on with horror as his brother is brutally beaten to the ground. Daz arrives and fearing for Andy's life he grabs a pitch fork and lunges it into Jimmy. As Cain and Robert drag bleeding Jimmy out of the barn, Andy falls unconscious with the fire blazing around him. Could this be the end for the young farmer?
Jack is furious to learn that Jimmy and Cain are responsible for the fire and he heads over to the Kings’ to get to the bottom of the matter. Tom tells Jack to look in his own backyard and points out the feud between Robert and Andy. Jack goes to his car to find that Robert has disappeared. Will Jack take this as confirmation of his involvement with the fire? Meanwhile, Jimmy is in a critical condition having been stabbed by Daz. But unwilling to get the police involved, Matthew and Carl bully a reluctant Max to stitch him up on the vet's table. Elsewhere, Cain wakes a worried Sam and insists that he must be his alibi if anyone calls. Will Sam cover up for his brother?
Jack announces to Robert, Andy and Daz that they are going to the police to report Jimmy and Cain for causing the fire, and he takes Robert's apparent willingness as a sign he wasn’t involved. Upon seeing him and Andy bicker once more, though, Jack is quick to confront Robert and concludes that he was the one who orchestrated the incident. After being forced to confess to conspiring with the Kings against his own family, Robert protests his innocence by reminding Jack in front of Daz about what Andy did to Sarah. However, Jack responds by pointing out to Robert over what he did to Elaine before recounting the time he ruined Andy and Katie's marriage by sleeping with Sadie. Becoming further stroked at his own son for not showing any remorse for his actions, Jack angrily drags Robert off to the Kings' office. He insists the Kings stop their dangerous tactics or he’ll go to the police.
Nicola is convinced Simon is having an affair with Naomi. When she spots Simon and Naomi walking into Mulberry Cottage she charges into the house shouting at Simon for cheating on her. However, Nicola is startled when Simon tells her he has a surprise in store. Meanwhile, Rodney has noted that Lesley’s mind seems to be elsewhere and she tells him she has a secret that she's been keeping from Simon. Later in the pub, Simon notices the concerned look on Lesley's face and can’t help but feel worried. Also, Val has a plan to furnish the showroom at the factory.
Lesley shocks Simon by confessing that the family business is almost in liquidation and her house has been repossessed. Simon is furious that he has been kept in the dark all this time and Rodney thinks Nicola should be told. Elsewhere, Val and Eric are struggling with their business until local entrepreneur Brett Wright asks to see some of their work. Val tells him to come back the following day and they hatch a plan together. Meanwhile, Daffyd is still at Viv’s the morning after their date. When Viv goes downstairs to help Donna, Kelly wastes no time in trying to seduce Daffyd. Viv goes back upstairs and catches them and after telling Daffyd to leave, throws Kelly out as well.
Brett arrives at Mill Cottage and Val asks Lesley to play along with their plan. Rodney returns home and is surprised to see his house full of people. Quickly catching on, he decides to make Val and Eric suffer slightly, telling Brett details of a few made-up deals which may convince him to hire them. Simon goes to drown his sorrows in The Woolpack after seeing his accountant. Rodney threatens to tell Nicola the truth if Simon doesn’t. Also, Max tells Tom his guilty feelings about patching Jimmy up after being attacked by Daz and lying to Paddy. As they start to argue, Tom lets out a secret that he's been paying half of Max's wages at the vet's.
After a few drinks, Max decides he doesn’t need his family's help to make it on his own and storms out of the house, followed by Tom. Max starts to drive off but Tom is determined to stop his son leaving the village and blocks his exit. In anger, Max runs Tom over and he is knocked unconscious. Jimmy sees everything and claims to be the driver to save his brother from being arrested for drink driving. Tom is taken to hospital. Meanwhile, unaware of Simon’s financial situation, Nicola meets with a local interior designer.
Matthew talks things over with Jimmy and convinces him that it might be best if they take business matters into their own hands. Elsewhere, despite Lesley trying to stop her, Nicola goes furniture shopping. Lesley and Simon have a chat with Matthew who has some bad news for them. He doesn’t want to invest in their kind of business. Meanwhile, just when Val thinks she's got away with hiring Delilah behind Eric’s back, he unexpectedly turns up at work forcing Delilah to hide. Eric invites Val for dinner resulting in Delilah being locked in the factory for the night.
A guilty Max is feeling sorry for himself after the accident, believing that his father doesn’t want to see him until Sadie points out that Max has always been his dad's favourite. Encouraged by Sadie's support, Max agrees to visit Tom in hospital. Simon confesses to Rodney that he has no choice but to sell his business. Rodney offers to help, but Simon is adamant that he’ll sort the mess out on his own. Rodney demands Simon should tell Nicola about the business failing as she is blissfully unaware and continuing to shop for items for their new home. Delilah demands that her services at the factory are made legitimate leaving Val with no option but to tell Eric she's been working for him.
Rodney is angry to hear that Simon hasn’t told Nicola the bad news and so tells her himself. Nicola is furious that Simon has lied to her. Lesley later tells Nicola that Simon has had to sell his share of the restaurant as well as losing the fishmongers business. On hearing that Nicola knows his secret, Simon feels extremely guilty. The couple look set to split up unless Rodney and Lesley can make them come to their senses. Emily finds looking after the Dingles single-handedly a strain so decides to draw up a cleaning rota. Delilah flies into a rage calling Emily pathetic and tells her she’d have more fun if she was dead. Emily is shaken up but is grimly determined to continue with the rota. Meanwhile, at the factory, Delilah sets up a plan to make Eric appreciate Val more. She gives her the number of a man who owns a mill in Bradford, who can get her better fabric but for the same price, providing she doesn’t give Delilah's name.
Lesley and Rodney join forces to remind Nicola and Simon that they love each other and Lesley is in fact to blame for Simon's losses. The two are initially defiant that their relationship is over but their parents are determined to get them back together. Meanwhile, at the Dingles, Emily is getting increasingly frustrated by the household's attitude to her rota but seeing that Debbie is upset by the end of her relationship with Andy agrees to do her chores for her. Daz pays Debbie a visit but is terrified to see Cain. Cain takes the opportunity to wind him up and a scared Daz sharply leaves. Debbie appears at the bottom of the stairs, seeing him run off and is suspicious of what Cain has said to him.
Debbie is determined to find out what has been going on and confronts Daz who reluctantly confesses that he stabbed Jimmy and that Cain beat Andy up during the fire. Debbie vows that Cain will not get away with it and Daz is worried about what will happen to him. Debbie confronts Cain about Andy's attack and is furious with him and she warns him off scaring Daz. However, Cain is having none of it and says if she doesn’t keep her mouth shut Daz will be going to prison. Meanwhile, Simon is planning to get a job so that he and Nicola are not just relying on her income. Their relationship seems to be improving as they bond over painting the house.
Cain is irritated when Jack arrives with Andy to take Sarah away for the morning. Later on in the day Cain bumps into Daz and Andy in the village. Cain is displeased to see Andy playing happy families and grabs him in a threatening manner. He is only put off when Daz and Jack interfere. Later again, Robert continues to seek his revenge on Andy and offers Cain a job at the garage. Dawn is frustrated to see that Scott is not responding to her affections and seems more comfortable in Kelly’s company. Meanwhile, Sadie bumps into Sam and he tells her he is going to be a dad. The intimate chat between the two friends causes Alice concern.
Robert is starting to wonder whether taking on Cain was a good idea as he is proving hard to control. Debbie visits Robert at the garage later to check up on her dad. Robert tells her Cain isn’t that bad, in an attempt to win her over. Debbie leaves feeling happy and Robert is satisfied that he might get what he wants from hiring Cain. On hearing that Dawn wants to cook Scott a special lunch, Kelly promptly goes to visit Scott and gets him to invite her along. Dawn realises what Kelly is up to and welcomes her with open arms. As this wasn’t the reaction Kelly had hoped for, she realises she will have to work harder to upset Dawn and sets about doing so. Meanwhile, Viv is disgusted to see Bob canoodling with Avril. Bob pulls away, trying to diffuse the situation, but Avril continues to try to wind Viv up.
Scott is drowning his sorrows in the pub and lets slip to Kelly that he has an impotence problem. After getting her step-brother drunk, Kelly takes him back to her house. As she gives him a massage she rings Dawn and boasts that Scott is in her bed. Scott is too drunk to know what's going on. Elsewhere, Laurel worries when Jasmine is offered a job working with Steph at the B&B. She talks through her concerns with Ethan and he asks her if she misses her life as a carefree singleton. She tells him she doesn’t. Meanwhile, Viv takes delight in telling Avril that Bob has two tickets to the cookery competition in Newcastle, knowing that he is planning on taking Terry. However, Viv is later left lemon lipped when Avril manages to secure herself a place on the trip.
Dawn is furious about the phone call the previous night and when Kelly makes a dig at her, Dawn is unable to contain her aggression. She pulls Kelly to the floor by her hair and when Ethan intervenes he ends up being punched in the face! Ethan's interfering also gets him into trouble elsewhere, and when he tells the Bishop that Laurel and Ashley aren’t getting on, it suddenly dawns on him that he has betrayed his colleague and friend. Meanwhile, Terry is uninterested as Louise attempts to make conversation, and he responds to her small talk with impatience.
Kelly has her eye on Ethan and she joins him and Laurel for a drink. It's not long before Kelly notices that Ethan is fixated by Laurel and she manipulatively threatens to tell Ashley unless he is especially nice to her. Meanwhile, Louise is making every effort to put things right with Terry, but it's clear he isn’t interested. She is later forced to watch on as he and Dawn unite over their troubles and Dawn begins to wonder if she gave up on her relationship with Terry too soon. Elsewhere, Donna is frustrated when Marlon refuses to go out as he is busy brushing up his talents for the chef competition.
Louise is desperate to win back Terry and she invites him round to talk. She cooks him a romantic meal but her attempts to impress fall flat, and when she asks him for another chance, Terry tells her that he is disgusted by her proposition. Meanwhile, Kelly quickly realises that Ethan isn’t playing along with her games so she decides it's time to be more obvious. Ethan is stunned when she locks him in a car. Elsewhere, Donna resorts to a skimpy outfit to get Marlon’s attention but she doesn’t get the desired response. Marlon is more concerned with ‘Mack’ the carving knife and refuses to let anyone touch his lucky charm!
Feeling rejected, Louise takes out her anger on Dawn, but she soon realises that it's Matthew who should be bearing the brunt of her bad mood. She storms round to his office, but when he refuses to seem even vaguely bothered by her mood she takes things one step further by going to his home and hacking up his suits with a pair of scissors. Matthew later confronts Louise and locks her in the ladies’ toilets. Remembering the suffering that her ex-fiancé caused her, Louise is terrified and agrees to stay away from him. Elsewhere, Donna is feeling rejected by Marlon and starts to wonder if she is good enough for him. However, when Kelly tells her that she could never replace Tricia, her insecurities deepen. She begs Marlon for time alone and he eventually agrees to a picnic. Meanwhile, Kelly quizzes Laurel about Ethan’s single status and is delighted to find out that he is unattached. Laurel decides she likes the thought of Kelly and Ethan together.
As Marlon packs for his picnic with Donna, Bob complains that Viv has been badmouthing him to Avril. Marlon convinces him that it's only jealousy and then asks him to help him carry the picnic hamper. Donna is furious when her step-father stays for a beer and can’t believe it when her mother turns up as well. She is certain that it's all Marlon's fault. Over in the bar, Louise rushes to the back to avoid Matthew and it is clear that he relishes the power he has over her. Meanwhile, Jarvis complains about his contract with the Kings and decides to call a union meeting with his colleagues. Later that day, Carl invites Ivan into the office for a chat and warns him that Jarvis is putting the future of the whole team in jeopardy.
Viv thinks Marlon needs to get his priorities right and decides to get revenge on Donna’s behalf. Getting ready for Newcastle, Marlon realises Mack, his beloved knife, has gone missing. He accuses Donna, who is unable to convince Marlon of her innocence. Meanwhile, Steph shows her father the positive comments written in the book at the B&B and asks him to take it off the market so she can run it permanently. Alan isn’t sure so confides in Ethan.
A run-in with the law brings Marlon and Donna together. When Donna and Viv arrive in Newcastle to hand over Marlon's treasured knife, Mack, for the cooking competition, they are shocked to find they've managed to misplace it somewhere. Marlon and Donna go in search for it and finally find it at the Metro lost property office. Marlon jokingly threatens to kill Viv in front of police officers who take him seriously and lock him in a cell. Eventually they release Marlon who is now extremely late for the competition. Whilst rushing back Donna admits it was her mum who vindictively stole the knife so she'd have an excuse to come and see Bob. Marlon is furious causing Donna to call it a day on their relationship. Marlon is left to decide between Donna or the competition, he chooses Donna and proposes. Viv tries to win back her man by showing off her chef skills.
Tony Christie isn't Diane's only blast from the past in Toon. At the hotel Diane confesses to Paul that she once had a fling with Tony Christie. Diane makes Paul swear to secrecy. Later that evening Viv attempts to chat Tony Christie up but miserably fails when he notices Diane across the room. They have a brief catch up then he has to rush off to start his concert during which he dedicates a song to her. After the concert Diane literally bumps into Jimmy Pepper, Val's ex. He and Paul have a brief conversation resulting in Jimmy Pepper finding out the truth - he isn't Paul's father. A double proposal leads to drunken decisions in Newcastle.
Diane confronts Val over Paul’s revelations that as a child he was beaten by Jimmy Pepper. Val claims she did the best she could and bursts into tears. Jimmy later arrives in the village and, when he finds Val, pins her against the wall and demands to have the money back for the wedding he paid for that she lead him to believe was for Paul. Elsewhere, Donna confronts Kelly and asks why she isn’t happier for her and Marlon. Kelly promises she’ll make the effort but can’t help but point out that Donna doesn’t have an engagement ring. Taking Kelly's words to heart she confronts Marlon who worries that she's expecting too much.
Jimmy waits for Val demanding the five grand, but unable to find the money, she offers herself to Jimmy. With Jimmy still after the cash, Val hides in the pub until Donna alerts her to a removal van outside Pollard's factory. Elsewhere, a worried Marlon sets off to the shops to buy Donna an engagement ring. He arrives back with a rather large rock - it's made of glass and is a promise ring until he can afford a better one. However, when Diane tries it on and it gets stuck. Also, Carl hears on the grapevine that their rivals, the Garrets, are about to go bust. Jimmy tells Carl that Tom wouldn’t make an offer and to leave it alone. Undeterred, Carl tells Tom and he tells Carl to go ahead with the offer. Carl mentions that Jimmy isn’t keen on the idea and a disappointed Tom says he’ll have a word.
Matthew has set up a secret meeting with Andrew Raftry regarding access through a field. Matthew arrives back to hear that Tom is selling their land to concentrate on the haulage and plant hire. Matthew declares that he will take his dad on as he has found a great way to access the development. He asks the others to out vote his dad. Elsewhere, Val arrives at the factory and is shocked to see the room bare. She receives a threatening phone call from Jimmy demanding the money. She tells him to stay away from the village and Paul if he wants his money. Also, Ivan fears Jarvis’s working days are numbered when Tom points out to Carl that his bins weren’t emptied on time, and later when Carl finds Jarvis in the pub with Ivan and reminds him he's supposed to be working. Later, Carl catches Ivan and tells him he knows he is covering for Jarvis and taking on the work load.
Scared that their father is going to find out about their plans to sell the haulage business, Matthew and Jimmy divert their attentions to keeping him out of the office. Meanwhile, Sadie has convinced the brothers she is on their side but is quick to head off to Holdgate Farm to inform a shocked Tom of what his sons are up too. Later, Tom informs Jarvis that he is being taken off the bins and he interprets this as being sacked. Tom convinces him that they just want to offer him a job in the office but Jarvis is offended and storms out. Elsewhere, Rodney is pleased to hear that Zoe has dropped the price of Home Farm and asks her to give him time to raise the money.
Jimmy tells Matthew that Don Clough is interested in buying the haulage business. Later on, Edna informs Tom of Jimmy's meeting with Don Clough, confirming to Tom that Sadie was telling the truth. However, when Tom lets Sadie know that he still can’t trust her, she tries another tack to earn his respect by helping him buy Home Farm. Elsewhere, Effie asks Callum to take Joseph on his rounds with him, much to Zoe’s concern. Whilst out on the estate, Callum spots Shadrach poaching and as he tries to catch him, Joseph gets pushed over into the mud. Meanwhile, in The Woolpack, Jarvis soaks up the sympathy by playing the victim and telling everyone that the Kings have sacked him.
Over dinner, Effie tells Zoe that she will not be going with her to New Zealand. As Zoe tries to persuade her, Effie realises that Zoe wants them to go as partners and she make it clear that she is not interested. An upset Zoe asks her to leave. Callum later finds Zoe and as she explains what has happened Callum asks her to take him instead. Elsewhere, Tom is concerned about the business and offers a shocked Carl a directorship. A vote in the office is unanimous and a delighted Carl is on the board. Jimmy and Matthew are left wondering why their dad has appointed Carl as a director but they decide that they can turn Carl around to their way of thinking. Meanwhile, there is stunned silence at Donna and Marlon’s engagement party when Bob arrives back from his holiday and explains that because of a mix up Viv has been arrested for possession of drugs and is in a Caribbean jail.
Sadie arrives at Home Farm armed with champagne and the gossip on Viv’s arrest. Zoe is warming slightly to Sadie until she reveals that she would like to buy Home Farm. Zoe quickly makes it clear that she will never sell to the King family. Later, in the village, Zoe takes great delight in telling Sadie that she has sold Home Farm before heading off to ask Rodney if he is still interested. Meanwhile, Jimmy strikes a deal on the Haulage business with Don Clough. On his return to the office he tells Carl his plans to sell. Carl is feeling guilty about their father being kept in the dark. Simon and Nicola are feeling positive about their business plan and she later suggests they should ask Rodney to invest.
Jimmy and Matthew reluctantly put the sale of the haulage business proposal to Tom. They are surprised to find out that he was already aware and they suspect Carl and Sadie. Tom reads the proposal and the Kings take a vote - Tom and Sadie are against and Jimmy and Matthew are in favour. When it comes to Carl with the casting vote, he goes in favor - leaving Tom incredibly disappointed. Meanwhile, at the garage, Scott tells Cain that he is no longer needed. Cain doesn’t take the news well and drops a car bonnet on Scott's hand, conveniently enabling him to keep his job until Scott has recovered. Elsewhere, it dawns on Rodney during his lunch that Simon is asking him for a loan.
After telling his brothers exactly what he thinks of them for deceiving their father, Max returns home to find Tom struggling to get up after a fall. Tom clearly still hasn’t forgiven Max and lets him know he holds him responsible for the fall as it was him who had put him in this situation. Elsewhere, Debbie and Sarah arrive at the garage for Cain to give them a lift to the clinic but he isn’t around. Robert seizes the moment and offers to take her instead. When Louise finds an anonymous present she becomes convinced that it is from Matthew and freaks out, confessing to Diane that she cut up his clothes. Diane tells Louise to be careful, pointing out that Matthew is not Ray Mullan.
A drunken Louise is increasingly wound up by Matthew’s presence in the pub and she blurts out that she's not going to be intimidated and almost reveals that she killed Ray Mullan. Diane manages to calm her down, but not before Louise broadcasts her suspicions about Sadie and Matthew. That evening, Louise is alone and Matthew creeps up and grabs her. She is terrified as he warns her never to talk about him or his family again. Meanwhile, Tom is displeased of his son's behaviour and doesn’t buy it for a second when Matthew tells him that it was Jimmy’s idea to sell the haulage firm. Elsewhere, Val knows that she stands a good chance of winning the mystery voice competition on Hotten FM, but is gutted when Louise - already frightened of Matthew - cuts off her call to the radio station. The DJ announces later announces that Frank Skinner was the mystery voice and Val is devastated as she had the right answer all along.
Louise is still worried after Matthew’s threatening behaviour the previous night and she decides to call the police. Denzel investigates the situation, but is convinced that it's all a misunderstanding when Matthew explains that he went back to the pub as he had left his phone. When Denzel reports back to Louise, she furiously goes to confront Matthew. As he intimidates her, she spots a knife and - with visions of killing Ray - resists temptation to stab him. Louise heads back to The Woolpack and realising that everything is getting to her she decides to fly to Australia to visit her mum. Elsewhere, Debbie tells the Dingles that she wants to go back to school. However, Cain disagrees saying she should stay at home and look after her daughter. Emily offers to look after Sarah, but Cain meanly replies that she is a sad case and should get her own life.
Val is desperate to raise the funds that she owes Jimmy Pepper and after Rodney refuses to give her a loan, she thinks asking Diane is her only option. When she arrives at the pub, a busy Diane asks Val to go to the bank with the week's takings and with the money in her hands Val can’t help but see it as the answer to all her problems. She takes the money to Jimmy and asks him to hit her. He initially refuses, but she winds him up so much that he punches her in the face harder than she had expected. Val returns to the pub with a black eye, lying that she has been mugged. Meanwhile, Cain is adamant that Debbie should stay at home with Sarah, but when she comes home drunk after a drinking session with Jasmine, he realises that school might keep her out of trouble and agrees that education will be the best thing all round.
Eric returns to Emmerdale and is shocked to discover that Val has been mugged. She convinces him she's alright and before long they head upstairs for a steamy session. They are interrupted by a knock on the door and Val is horrified to find a bailiff officer on her doorstep. Meanwhile, Tom struggles to get in a taxi with his crutches and Terry rushes over and offers his assistance. They later return to the office and Tom brags to Carl that he managed to secure a better deal with Don Clough than Jimmy had agreed. Tom takes Terry aside and offers him a job. Terry agrees on the basis that he will take orders from Tom but not from any of his sons. Elsewhere, Laurel is confused when Jasmine receives a parcel from her Grandpa Thomas, as Ashley had led her to believe that his father was dead. Laurel later confronts Ashley, but at the mention of his father he gets angry and refusing to discuss the subject, he storms off.
Carl tells Max that Tom is frustrated over being unable to get on with his development due to the owner of the access road refusing to sell. Max sees this as an opportunity to get back into his father's good books and heads up to the farm. Max returns and tells Tom that Sandra and Craig Briggs now own the land and Tom tells his son that he wants him to get their signatures on paper. Max clearly feels uncomfortable. Meanwhile, Val is in a state over the bailiffs and she shows Delilah the letter. Val packs her bags with the intention of doing a runner and despite Delilah's attempts to convince her to stay, she insists that she has no choice as she’ll never raise the cash. As she is about to leave, Eric turns up and announces that he has just been given a cheque for £12,000 for a contract. Val hides her bags convinced that she is saved! Elsewhere, the villagers play dirty as they compete to win the £250 prize money for the village fete scarecrow competition.
Tom sends Max on his way to get Craig Briggs to sell his land and announces to the rest of the family that the deal with Don Clough is off as he may have a better offer. Later on, Max sees Sandra Briggs in the café and after turning on the charm he is thrilled when she invites him to the farm the following day to look at the calves. Robert witnesses the exchange and Max admits he needs to get them to sell their land. Robert suggests that he slip them a dose of foot and mouth. Elsewhere, Zoe tells Ashley that her biggest fear about going to prison is leaving Jean and Joseph. She asks him if he would consider being their guardian.
Paddy is informed by the police that traces of Scott’s blood have been found on two syringes, indicating Zoe may have had intent to inject the fated dose of the second syringe. Zoe pays Paddy a visit to find out what he told the police and bribes him with an offer of the vet's surgery. Later, Zoe tells Callum that she is convinced she’s going to prison. Callum holds her and promises he will do anything for her. Elsewhere, Max sets his plan in motion to sabotage Craig and Sandra Briggs’ farm. He gets Paddy to write out a prescription to put in the calves’ feed, then proceeds to dramatically increase the dosage. Also, Laurel tells Ashley of Jasmine’s wishes to stay in the village, but is furious when Ashley is dismissive of her parenting skills and seems reluctant to budge.
Effie suggests to Zoe that she does a runner before her trial, and despite initially laughing off the idea she begins to consider it as an option. Zoe tells Callum she may be fleeing the country and asks for his help. Callum is shocked when Zoe tells him that she would have killed Scott had Paddy not walked in, but he assures her that he is on her side. Elsewhere, the day of the summer fete has arrived and all the contenders of the scarecrow competition eagerly await the results. Also, Ethan takes delight in telling the Bishop that Ashley and Laurel aren’t getting on at the moment and spills the beans about Ashley's father who was supposedly ‘dead’.
Still on his mission to get revenge on Andy, Robert persuades Debbie to get in his car and they drive to a country lane. Robert flatters her with tales of how he would have stood by her if he were Andy and Debbie leans in to kiss him. Elsewhere, Laurel’s best efforts to persuade Ashley to let Jasmine stay, fail. Daz arrives to say goodbye, desperate for a farewell kiss. Also, Zoe confirms to Effie that she is going to run away but is stunned when Effie offers to go with her and confesses that she has feelings for her.
Zoe fears that Callum won’t help her plan her escape if he finds out Effie is going with her. Effie confronts Zoe about keeping it a secret but they end up sharing a passionate kiss and head upstairs to bed. Back downstairs, Zoe announces to Callum that Effie is going with them as a nanny and, despite the shock, he has no choice but to accept it. Zoe's escape is planned and Effie suggests that it would be less suspicious if she travelled separately with the children in case they are caught by the police. Zoe agrees and it is decided that Effie and the kids will get a plane to Ireland and meet Zoe there. Elsewhere, after a call from Craig Briggs, Paddy and Max rush to the farm to find scores of their calves dying, with many already dead. Paddy digs out the prescription and can’t understand why he would have written such a high dosage. Max feels terrible.
Max pays Craig a visit and, confessing him and Paddy were at fault for the dead cattle, tentatively ‘suggests’ that his father may want to buy the land off them. Smelling a rat, Craig heads over to the vets’ and pushes Max up against a filing cabinet, telling him he knows what he's up to. Max goes and tells Tom what has happened and is shocked when Tom proudly tells him he's now a fully-fledged member of the family. Self-loathing, Max struggles to accept he's truly joined the family by his evil deeds. Elsewhere, Jack aggressively tells Zoe that she could have told them that she was selling Andy’s farm from under them. Zoe is dismissive but later goes to Jack's house to apologise. She admits she just wanted a quick sale and tells Jack that she's sure Rodney will make a better landlord than Tom.
After the death of their cattle, the Briggs’ are forced to sell their land to the Kings. Tom calls a meeting with the rest of the family and tells them that they no longer need to sell the haulage company. Tom is furious when his sons are reluctant to give him their backing, and he makes it clear that he is sick of them all. Over at the Vet's, Paddy struggles to treat a dog, having lost all confidence in his own ability. Max’s attempts to boost Paddy fail and he goes to The Woolpack to drown his sorrows. Elsewhere, Rodney and Paul laugh that they both have unwanted fans. Delphine the vineyard buyer is besotted with Rodney, and Aubrey the estate agent adores Paul. The father and son decide to have fun with their unwanted admirers!
Callum waits in a lay-by for a contact to pull in and present him with fake passports for Zoe, Effie and the two children. He is later stunned when he returns to Home Farm to find Zoe and Effie kissing and storms out with the documents before speeding off in his car. Zoe is distraught, knowing that her plan cannot work without him. Over in The Woolpack, Rodney brags about being the new owner of Home Farm. Sadie overhears and goes to congratulate him. She asks what he paid and when he tells her £3.5m she manipulatively says that Zoe was offering it for far less. Rodney is left thoughtful. Meanwhile, Tom takes his family to the field behind the Vet's where there is a huge billboard advertising the new development.
Zoe leaves a panic-stricken message on Callum’s phone and she is thankful when he eventually arrives home with the passports. Effie gets the kids together and they go to catch their plane, whilst Zoe and Callum head for the boat. They arrive at the marina in Ireland and Zoe waits with anticipation for Effie, Joseph and Jean. She is excited when the seaplane arrives but is stunned when Sadie steps out. Zoe is furious to learn that Sadie and Effie have set her up and that Jean is back at Home Farm. When she hears how much has been taken from her, Zoe catches Effie with a right-hook. Unwilling to be separated from her daughter, a distraught Zoe has no choice but to return home with Sadie. She is forced to sign over Home Farm to the Kings and is beside herself in the knowledge that she can’t escape the trial. Meanwhile, Max feels depressed after his first official working day at King & Sons and tells Robert that he regrets ever setting foot in Emmerdale.
Paddy refuses to respond to Zoe’s attempts of blackmail and so she is forced to attend court with no idea of what he plans to say. Scott is also aware that Paddy holds the cards to his future and follows him home. Scott pins the vet up against a wall and warns him not to cross him. As a final threatening gesture Scott knees Paddy in the groin and he falls to the floor. Elsewhere, Tom is thrilled to be the proud owner of Home Farm and is smug as he shares the news with his sons. Jimmy is stunned to hear that Sadie is responsible and he clearly feels uncomfortable. Meanwhile, Rodney goes to Home Farm to do some measuring up and is horrified when Callum informs him that it has been sold to Tom.
It's the day of the trial and Zoe puts on a brave face as Ashley comes over to look after Joseph and Jean. She hugs her daughter and nephew tight as she says goodbye, fearing that it could be the last time she sees them. As the court case commences, Paddy is pacing the floor outside. When the vet eventually takes to the stand, both Zoe and Scott watch with fear and the entire congregation are shocked by what he has to say. The jury give their verdict. Zoe is found not guilty, much to Scott's anger. Later, while drowning his sorrows in the Woolpack, Scott discovers from Betty that Zoe is leaving with the kids. He heads round to Home Farm, armed with a shotgun, and holds Zoe, Callum and the kids hostage, although he lets Joseph go straight afterwards.
The high emotions of the week become too much for Scott who finds himself involved in a fight with Paddy. Dawn tries to break it up but ends up being punched in the face. For once Scott's usually overprotective mother sees that her son is in the wrong. Viv tells him that from now on he is on his own. There is a knock on the door and Viv answers to two police officers. They tell Scott that he is under arrest for assault and as he is lead off he pleads with his mother to help him. Viv is unable to look him in the eye as he is dragged away. Meanwhile, Val decides chatting up a wealthy business man could be the answer to her money worries and she sashays over to a gentleman in the Woolpack. She is delighted when he takes her business card but she is completely unaware that he is a bailiff.
While Val is offering her furnishing services, she is completely unaware the bailiffs are bashing on her door. Eventually they catch up with her and demand the money. Elsewhere, Debbie agrees that Andy can look after Sarah, but when Robert discovers this he sets about ruining Andy's plans. Also, Alice struggles to eat her breakfast and as she gets up she begins to feel queasy and faints. Adam comes over to see her and says that she is anaemic and needs to increase her iron intake.
Debbie tells Cain that Sarah’s spending the day with Andy. However, when Cain sees Andy drowning his sorrows in the pub and finds out that Debbie blew him out, Cain becomes concerned. After sharing a passionate kiss with Robert, Debbie goes home. Meanwhile, Val is desperate for cash and goes to Rodney’s Antiques Barn to steal a handful of money. Paul and Danny are horrified when Rodney later accuses them of losing the missing cash and tells them that it will be docked from their wages. Also, Steph takes a B&B booking for Rodney's business associate, Delphine LaClair but Terry also takes a call and double books the room. Steph tries to cancel Delphine, but struggles to communicate with the client as she can only speak French!
Robert and Debbie tell a stunned Andy about their relationship but when Jack confronts Robert he denies he is seeing Debbie. Andy is adamant that Robert is lying and is determined to end to the bitter feud with his brother once and for all. Elsewhere, Paul and Danny are both gutted when Rodney docks their wages. Paul asks Val if she’ll have a word with his father for him and she guiltily agrees. Also, Steph is concerned about where the French guests are going to sleep. She plans to move Terry and Adam into Edna’s house and stay with Betty herself.
Andy tells Cain about Robert and Debbie in the hope of a strong reaction but Robert smoothly manages to convince Cain that Andy is simply stirring things up. Later on, Robert visits Debbie and tells her that it’d best if they cool things off, leaving her distraught. That evening Andy sees Cain and Robert having a drink together and tells Cain that he's thicker than he thought. As a fight breaks out, Robert goes outside and Debbie begs him to give her another chance. Spying Andy approaching he kisses Debbie prompting Andy to knock him to the floor. Andy makes it clear his brother has gone too far and threatens to kill him for what he has done. Meanwhile, Tom instructs Max to collect rent from one of his tenants and when he returns burdens him with a stack of paperwork. Max can’t bear it and skives off to get drunk. Seeing his distress, Paddy offers him his old job back at the Vet's.
After recent events, Jack makes it clear that Robert is unwanted in the village and is so keen for Robert to leave the village that he offers to buy the garage. Robert agrees and meets up with Debbie to ask her and Sarah to leave Emmerdale with him. Debbie is unsure but Robert tells her he loves her and seduces her into bed. Afterwards she agrees that she wants to be with him. Elsewhere, Max confronts his father, telling him that he's sick of being dragged into his sordid schemes after Tom asks him to bribe Councillor Ledbetter for planning permission. Later, Max bumps into Robert, who, having taken his father's words to heart, invites him to leave the village with him.
Robert argues with Jack, and Max falls out with Tom, leaving them both more determined than ever to flee the village. The boys become impatient as they wait at Wilson's corner for Debbie and the baby, unaware than Andy has stopped them en route and alerted Emily about Debbie's plans to runaway. Emily refuses to allow Debbie to abscond with Sarah and eventually the teenage mum decides to go without her daughter. Debbie meets Robert and explains that they’ll have to come back for the baby. Robert tells her that she's nothing without Sarah and a devastated Debbie runs off leaving Andy and Robert laying into one another.
Jack heads to the scene of the accident. Robert tells Jack what happened and Jack is furious at his two sons, especially Robert. Jack tells Robert to leave the village in order to avoid being arrested for manslaughter by suggesting that Andy swerved to avoid a flock of sheep. Meanwhile, the police break the news of Max's death to Tom and Jimmy. Tom is devastated and laments with Jimmy at the hospital that he cursed Max.
There are concerns over Alice’s health and Adam tells her that he is worried about her high level of white blood cells. Alice is terrified that she's got cancer and fears for the safety of her unborn child. Adam advises Alice to talk through the situation with Sam but she insists that she doesn’t want him to know. Meanwhile, in the wake of the village’s bad news, Ashley suggests cancelling his working trip to Israel. Ethan and Laurel persuade him to go.
Val is becoming increasingly desperate for cash to repay her debts and when she sees the cash box in the Antiques Barn, she can’t resist grabbing a handful of notes and stuffing them in her handbag. Val panics when she notices the CCTV camera, and heads to the office to attempt to record over the tape. Later that day, Danny accusingly tells Paul that the takings aren’t tallying up and Paul goes off to inspect the CCTV footage. He is stunned when he notices there's a jump cut and suddenly sees Val. Meanwhile, Dawn tries desperately to keep the garage afloat by asking Cain to clean cars. Jack later suggests that they close it down for a while, but Dawn won’t hear of it, determined they can sort something out. Elsewhere, Matthew and Carl arrive home and are devastated to hear about Max's death.
Paul confronts Val about the missing cash and he tells her that if she doesn’t tell Rodney, he will. Val tries to explain to Paul that Jimmy Pepper was demanding money and that's why she stole the cash, but he tells her straight that if she wants his help she has to tell Rodney the truth. That evening, in The Woolpack, Val approaches Rodney ready to confess, but Rodney now believes it was Paul who took the money. Val tells an angry Rodney that he shouldn’t be making wild accusations about who stole the money, but fails to own up to her crime. Meanwhile, Simon tells Nicola he has a job interview that afternoon but is evasive as to what the job is. Simon later announces to Nicola and Lesley that he has got a job working for King & Sons, but they burst out laughing when he says that he’ll be their bin man.
Paul is annoyed that Val still hasn’t come clean, but unaware that he is now in the frame, he lends his mother the money that she needs. Val tries to sneak it back into the till at the Antiques Barn, but when Rodney catches her, she lies that Paul needed the cash because he was tricked into lending money to a friend who has fled the country. Later on, Rodney confronts Paul about the theft and seeing how furious her son is, Val is forced to confess all. Diane is outraged by Val's behaviour and decides to call the police. Elsewhere, Nicola has trouble coming to terms with Simon’s job as a bin man and the couple have a blazing row when she condemns him for shaming her. Simon brands her a snob and storms off in disgust.
Val is released on police bail and tells Eric she’ll be pleading guilty in court the following week in the hope of a minimised sentence. As Paul is able to forgive his mother, Diane begins to wonder if she did the right thing reporting Val to the police. Meanwhile, Nicola is still annoyed that Simon misled her about his job and begs Rodney to give him a loan to fund his business venture instead. Rodney agrees but Simon refuses the gesture, realising that Nicola is behind it and not wanting to accept charity. Elsewhere, Viv has transformed her front room into wedding central but is annoyed when Donna doesn’t turn up for the lunchtime wedding summit.
Donna tearfully admits to Bob that she is having doubts about the wedding. Bob is aghast but covers for her when Marlon enters. Meanwhile, Ivan suggests to Simon that he move in as a lodger to help with his financial problems. Simon agrees but Nicola is later annoyed that he has taken the decision without consulting her first. Elsewhere, Adam insists that Alice must tell Sam the truth about her health problems as she will need his support during her tests.
Donna decides that she can’t go through with the wedding and goes to tell Marlon. When she sees her fiancé, she bursts into tears and realises that she was about to make a terrible mistake. Marlon assumes they are tears of joy and afterwards Donna assures Bob she's seen the error of her ways and does want to marry Marlon. Meanwhile, Val leaves for court and Paul asks Diane if she's prepared to shoulder the guilt if Val is sent down. Diane waits with anticipation for news of the verdict. Elsewhere, Sam finds Alice crying and she finally opens up to him and tells him about the cancer. He is sad that she couldn’t tell him initially, but quickly realises that the real issue is that he could lose Alice and the baby.
As Alice has her scan she can barely bring herself to look at the screen but Sam takes comfort in the nurse's assurance that everything seems fine. Afterwards, Alice nervously waits with Sam and Emily for her haematology tests. On the way home Sam is horrified when he runs over his prize cockerel and becomes convinced it is a bad omen for Alice's health. Ethan is nervous as he is about to conduct his first funeral and he feels the pressure to give Max a good send off. After the funeral, Andy arrives to pay his respects to Max, but Tom furiously tells him to leave. Jimmy tells Tom some home truths - that Max was leaving to get away from him, that Max killed the Briggs' cows for him and that Tom must be to blame for Max's death.
Jimmy tries to apologise to Tom about things he said yesterday. Tom's still angry. Jimmy thinks Max's death was an accident, but Tom insists that Andy must have something to do with it. Sadie confirms his suspicions about the Sugden brother row, having overheard village gossip. Meanwhile, troubled Andy confides in Jack about his run-in with Tom. Later Andy is shocked to find Tom at the front door to evict his son's killer. Tom begins throwing furniture out as Andy calls Jack for help. Jack tells the others to leave so that he can have a head to head with Tom. Tom vows revenge, threatening to take Jack's son from him but Jack is quick to tell Tom that he knows about Max killing the Briggs' calves and accuses Tom of selling Max's principles for money.
Laurel worries that Ethan should get out more and promises to plan something special for the weekend. When Betty points out to Laurel that all Ethan needs to cheer him up is a good woman, Laurel invites Kelly to join them on Sunday. Meanwhile, Diane flips during a busy shift in the pub due to her frustrations over Victoria, Val’s theft and staff troubles at the pub. Louise returns home and is stunned to find Diane with her head in her hands. Elsewhere, Paddy is mortified when Jo catches him on a chat room website. Jo realises he's embarrassed and tells him that lots of people use the internet to meet people. Curious, she uses the computer in the café to see who Paddy is talking to. She finds Paddy's alias and decides to put a smile on his face by sending him some messages.
Whilst playing Trivial Pursuit, Laurel tells Ethan that he and teammate Kelly make the perfect match. Ethan finally loses patience with the match-making and in his desperation to reveal his true feelings to Laurel he seizes the moment and kisses her. Elsewhere, Paddy is feeling glum after not having had a response from ‘Fireblade’, who he met the previous day in an internet chat room. Jo overhears and feeling sympathetic sends a reply. After a few messages Paddy feels reckless and invites her on a date. In a panic, Jo tells him she lives in Lisbon. Also, Matthew tells Jimmy that's he just sold the haulage yard for profit. Jimmy reckons they should have sold it ages ago when they had the chance and it's a shame it took Max’s death for Tom to see sense. Matthew can’t believe his insensitivity and suggests he stay well away from Tom.
After having his advances from Laurel rejected, Ethan gets drunk on the communion wine. Kelly calls into the church and after finding out what's wrong, the pair end up kissing. After being caught by Laurel, Ethan brands Kelly a whore, claiming he only slept with her because he couldn’t have Laurel. Meanwhile, after talking to Danny, Jo decides to confess the truth to Paddy but she returns to work to find that he's thrown caution to the wind and booked a flight to Portugal to meet ‘Fireblade’. However, Paddy lies to Marlon that the holiday is to visit his cousin Jason. Also, Len and Pearl decide to play Val and Nicola off against each other when Val approaches the couple to leave Nicola and work for her instead.
Kelly bitchily let slip to Edna that Ethan and Laurel have been carrying on behind Ashley’s back. Edna then informs the Bishop but Ethan saves his own neck by saying that Laurel threw herself at him. Laurel is horrified as Ethan tells her she has brought it all on herself as they would have been good together. Elsewhere, when Sadie and Matthew arrive at The Woolpack, Aunt Phyllis comments to Jimmy that she always knew the pair would end up together. Later Jimmy asks Sadie and Matthew what’s going on but Sadie tells him not to be paranoid. Meanwhile, Jo feels too cowardly to tell Paddy that ‘Fireblade’ is a hoax but wants to save him huge disappointment in Lisbon. She decides to send him a message telling him not to bother coming.
After Jimmy catches Ethan being aggressive with Kelly he whisks her off to a nearby hotel. Kelly becomes fed up of Jimmy being all emotional about being pushed out by his family and suggests they have some fun in the bubble bath. Meanwhile, Emily finds it hard to believe that Laurel would get involved with Ethan but Nicola points out that Laurel has been acting very cagey. Also, returning from Granny Clegg’s, Belle is sent home from school for fighting. Lisa and Zak give her a telling off but Belle gives them the run around. Belle talks to Sam about reprimanding children and Alice is chuffed to hear Sam's take on this.
Sadie bumps into Kelly, who is dressed up to the nines for another rendezvous with Jimmy. After Kelly makes a remark about Jimmy, Sadie confides in Matthew that something must be going on between the pair. After calling Jimmy's phone to hear Kelly answer, Sadie rants to Matthew, who suspects she is jealous. Sadie assures him her reaction is just because Jimmy should still be grieving for Max, not sleeping with the village bike.
Ashley informs Laurel that Ethan is insisting that she came onto him. He goes on to say that he understands it must be difficult with the Bishop putting things on hold. Laurel is incredulous and cannot believe Ashley doubts her and he is stunned when she promptly ends their relationship. As Laurel leaves with her bags, Ethan watches from the B&B and feels a mixture of satisfaction and regret.
A distraught Ethan delivers his sermon to the village but shocks the congregation by confessing that he is in love with Laurel. The curate admits that he has been misinforming the Bishop about Ashley and Laurel's relationship in order to keep them apart, and he leaves the village in shame. Ashley apologises for ever doubting Laurel but she is still hurt that he distrusted her. The Bishop tells them that in the light of Ethan's confession, he gives his permission for them to marry. Ashley gets down on one knee and proposes. Over at Home Farm, the Dingles go fishing and Shadrach is positive that he has seen something big and shiny lurking in the depths of the lake. Zak wishfully thinks that they might have struck gold.
Sam is consumed with fear that Alice may have cancer. Sam and Alice are distracted and in a somber mood as the family looks for treasure underwater. Unable to cope with the weight of keeping Alice's secret from his father, the young couple decide to tell the family their terrifying news. The Dingles are shocked to the core but vow to support Alice as she faces the results of her test the following day.
The Dingle clan wait with baited breathe at the oncology clinic as Alice collects her cancer test results. Zak tries to console Sam as he fears the worst, but Alice finally emerges and gladly announces that she has been given the all clear. Meanwhile, Adam and Isla Forsythe finalise their divorce and after signing the papers Adam warmly assists his ex-wife to her car.
Adam and Steph go for a meal in The Woolpack and when Betty joins them, Adam politely states that he and Steph are enjoying a date. Steph is taken aback and when they later retire to the B&B she is shocked when Adam kisses her neck. Steph warns him off with a knife, leaving Adam terrified and Steph devastated by her own rage. Over at the Dingles', Debbie is upset that her family have forgotten her sixteenth birthday. When Lisa finally remembers, she organises a party, but Debbie is unimpressed by her efforts and complains that Sarah always takes the limelight from her. Meanwhile, Tom is eager to get his family back together and asks his sons to live with him at Home Farm. Jimmy upsets his father by telling him that he can’t think of anything worse than living under the same roof as Sadie.
Adam tries to talk to Steph about the previous night but her embarrassment causes her to be dismissive and he is left frustrated by her barriers. After several attempts to get to the bottom of Steph's behaviour, he respects her wishes when she asks him to leave her alone. Adam's reluctance to fight is proof in Steph's mind that he can’t really be interested in her. Over at the Post Office, Daz dares Kayleigh and Victoria to steal something. Viv catches them red-handed and phones Martin and Louise.
Adam tells an astonished Steph that he’ll be checking out today as he feels their friendship and chance of romance has been jeopardised. Covering her true feelings, Steph agrees it's the right decision for him to leave. Later on, Steph realises that she can’t let the first man that she has ever cared for disappear and she bites the bullet, telling him that she has feelings for him. Elsewhere, Betty is thrilled when Kathy leaves her a message saying that she and Seth are returning to Emmerdale to celebrate his birthday. Betty spreads the good news and the villagers anticipate Seth's arrival. Meanwhile, Del tries to convince Carl that she has true feelings for him, but he states that, in light of what has happened, she has definitely blown her chances.
Betty and Laurel are waiting at the airport for Seth and Kathy’s flight to land, but as passengers disembark the flight, there is no sign of him. Betty is concerned when there is a tannoy announcement asking her to the information desk. She is ushered into an office where she sees Kathy. Her tearstained face says it all as Kathy confirms that Seth died from a heart attack during the flight, just an hour from home. They head back to the village and Betty bravely announces the news in the pub. She orders a drink and raises a toast to Seth. Adam invites Steph for a drink at The Woolpack but she reminds him that she wants to take things slowly. It is clear they are both happy to have things back to normal. Meanwhile, Delilah is attempting to secure the curtain contract. It is doubly tricky because Carl knows she fancies him and enjoys watching her squirm. He eventually gives in and lets her have the Home Farm contract.
Betty appears breezy and busies herself with funeral arrangements. The locals offer their support but Betty refuses to be down about Seth. Kathy, Laurel, Edna and Alan are all worried about their friend. Kathy makes many attempts to talk to Betty but is always interrupted. Eventually she sits her down and tells a stunned Betty that Seth had been ill for a while and was heading back to Betty to die. Kathy goes on to say that he had left her very specific instructions as to what he wanted at his funeral. She reads out a list that includes an echo friendly coffin, no hats, food poached by Alan and fine malt to be supplied by Eric.
The villagers are busy preparing for Seth’s funeral but Betty remains adamant that she will not be going. A crate of booze arrives care of Kim Tate. Meanwhile, Betty seeks sanctuary in Seth's hide, where she chides him for leaving her. As if answering her, Biff arrives and asks Betty why she isn’t ready for the crematorium. Biff explains Seth would only ever have Betty's best interests at heart and surely stayed away so long because he wanted to spare Betty having to see him suffer.
Debbie snogs Daz in front of Kayleigh to stop her bothering him. Kayleigh is devastated. Louise is comforting and arranges a girly night, to cheer up Kayleigh, assuring her that the right boy will come along. Kayleigh asks Louise some awkward questions about sex, which Louise dodges. Martin arrives and is taken aback by his daughter covered in make up. Louise fears she's offended Martin again.
Louise takes Victoria to her karate class and gets roped into joining in. She is paired up with Martin and although they pretend to be angry with one another, it's clear that they enjoy the physical contact. Victoria and Kayleigh blurt out that Louise and Martin fancy each other. They are both embarrassed but Martin bites the bullet and confirms to Louise that he likes her and asks her out for lunch the following day. Nicola arranges for Laurel to see a top dressmaker but is disappointed when Laurel fails to show any enthusiasm. When the dressmaker leaves, Nicola rebukes Laurel for embarrassing her, but Laurel tells her that planning the wedding doesn’t seem right at the moment as she is grieving for Seth. Lisa is furious when Debbie’s headmistress phones and informs her that Debbie has been wagging school.
Laurel decides that her love for Ashley is all that matters and that she doesn’t need Nicola’s frills at the wedding. Both Laurel and Ashley agree that they want a simple wedding and despite Nicola's regret, Laurel insists it's her and Ashley's day, not Nicola's. As Ashley heads off to work, Laurel flippantly wishes they could get married tomorrow. It's the day of Seth’s burial and Betty is being evasive, insisting she’d rather say goodbye to Seth on her own, whilst the committal takes place. Ashley can’t fathom why Betty would miss it, but Betty has her own reasons. The villagers speculate about Betty's whereabouts as Seth's eco-coffin is buried. And then, in the absence of a planned wake, they troupe off to The Woolpack to raise a glass to the master poacher himself. Betty, Laurel and the Dingles eventually join the group. Ashley spots they all have muddy shoes, but agrees it's best he doesn’t ask any questions. With everybody in attendance, the villagers raise a final toast to Seth.
After Ashley announces their banns in church, Laurel shocks him by declaring that she wants to marry him that day. After a bit of persuasion Ashley agrees and says that he wants the bishop to do the service so Laurel goes off to find him. The bishop is dubious about the sudden wedding but on hearing Laurel say that Seth’s death has taught her to live for the moment, he agrees. Nicola allows Laurel to drive the bishop to Emmerdale in the two-seater, leaving her desperately trying to get a taxi.
Kelly makes her way to Jimmy's for their date and bumps into Sadie, who takes delight in telling her that Jimmy is only using her to get over his grief and will drop her when he's bored. Kelly later admits to Jimmy that she's worried he is ashamed of her and asks him if they can go public. Meanwhile, Ashley is still furious about Sandy turning up out of the blue and calls him a cab, not wanting to hear his tales. Laurel insists that he tell her about his history and after divulging some information she feels there's more to this than Ashley is prepared to admit. Also, Viv tells Lesley that she's put the prices up in the shop to raise money for her wedding. She is determined that her wedding will be better than Laurel's. Lesley is outraged, but knowing that she can't afford to lose her job, she is forced to keep quiet.
Rodney is feeling downhearted after a knock back from Toni. He comes across an equally unhappy Lesley, who has been sacked for admitting to customers that the hiked up prices are to pay for Viv’s wedding. He joins her for a few drinks and as they are both feeling down, the drunken pair get carried away. Elsewhere, Sadie tells Matthew that she's been doing some research on the net and found that one of the agencies Kelly said she worked for went bust years ago. Taking no notice of Matthew's advice she hires a private detective, Colin Matthews and asks him to get her some dirt on Kelly. Also, Paddy and Toni continue to dupe Danny and Jo into thinking that they are a couple. Toni lies to Danny that she's been a bit deceitful as the loaded vet was due to meet a woman from a chat room. Both Danny and Jo fall for it hook, line and sinker and Jo worries that her joke has gone too far.
After a night of passion, Lesley proudly reports to Simon that she and Rodney are together. Simon confronts Rodney, who admits that last night was a drunken mistake and Simon orders him to put Lesley straight. He tells Lesley it shouldn’t have happened but is shocked when she agrees. Meanwhile, Kelly is horrified when, after some help from Sadie, a Mrs Connors walks in to The Woolpack and announces Kelly didn’t have a modelling contract but had posed topless. She also makes it clear that everything Kelly has financially was leeched from her own husband. Also, Toni is continuing with the game that she's using Paddy and flaunts a pricey looking engagement ring in front of Jo. Jo flips and accuses Paddy of being too silly to realise Toni's a gold-digger and blurts out that Toni isn’t Fireblade. Paddy laughs that the joke is on her because he found out days ago.
Rodney is horrified to learn that Lesley still hasn’t got the message that he's not interested when he discovers that she has declared herself his significant other for an upcoming council do. That evening Rodney goes to the pub and is about to come clean with Lesley when an opportunistic Kelly grabs his arm and says she's going to the council do with him, prompting Lesley to flee in a flood of tears. Rodney is pleased to have solved his dilemma as he spends the evening with Kelly. Simon later gives Rodney a piece of his mind and clouts him for treating his mother so badly. Rodney feels awful. Meanwhile, at the council do a drunk Councillor Ledbetter is complaining that his wife is away and quick thinking Val responds by saying that she's heard that the stiff looking new Mayor Angela, would love Ledbetter to loosen her up. Eric and Val watch in amusement as Ledbetter makes an outrageous pass at an extremely unimpressed Angela, who, unbeknownst to him, is a lesbian!
Eric is desperate to step into Ledbetter's shoes and sets about schmoozing the Mayor. Angela says she would welcome the idea of Eric sitting on the committee if it weren't for the fact that his partner is currently facing a criminal conviction. Eric's devastated when Angela gives him an ultimatum - Val or the committee. The village realise that Rodney and Kelly are an item. Paul is disgusted when Kelly comes downstairs having spent the night with Rodney.
Having been told that Val’s court case may affect his chances of getting on the planning committee, Eric sheepishly goes to see Val and tells her that their relationship is over. When Val reacts badly, he tries to appease her by suggesting that they just pretend to have fallen out instead. Elsewhere, Steph has a glint in her eye as she tells Adam that people seem to be getting the wrong impression about their relationship. They discuss arranging a day at the races and Adam asks if it would be as friends or as something else. Meanwhile, it becomes clear that there is a growing attraction between Dawn and Danny.
Steph and Adam are disappointed when their day out at the races is cancelled due to rain. They agree that they should continue to make the most of the day and Adam leans in for a kiss, but they are interrupted by Val who steals Adam's attention with a long tale of woe. An irate Steph later then threatens Val not to mess things up for her, viciously grabbing her hair and warning her to stay away from the doctor.
Steph becomes increasingly possessive over Adam and when he offers to drive Val to Hotten, she decides that locking him in his room is the only way to keep them apart. As Adam bangs and shouts to be let out, Steph realises what she has done and runs out in humiliation. Steph hates herself for losing control and later returns and quietly unlocks the door. Adam patiently asks her what is going on and Steph finally opens up to the doctor. Steph tells him about the way she treated her father and her jealously over his relationship with Shelley. Meanwhile, Jo plays Cupid and leaves Dawn and Danny alone over lunch. Danny goes in for the kill and kisses Dawn, but a phone call from Scott ruins the moment and Dawn is left frustrated when Danny tells her that she needs to deal with Scott before anything more can happen between them.
With Steph’s words from the previous day looming heavily on Adam’s mind, he tries to get her to open up about her difficulties with Alan and suggests she contact Shelley. Steph stonewalls him. Later he tells Alan that Steph is very distressed about what happened last year and asks him if he could bring himself to offer his forgiveness. Alan is furious at Adam's interference and as he shouts he clutches his chest in pain. He is soon rushed to hospital. Lesley remains devastated over Rodney's rejection of her and new relationship with Kelly.
Val stands in court and says that she is one of life's victims. She goes on to give a sob story of her life including being beaten by her father and bringing up Paul on her own. On top of trying to get the sympathy vote, she pulls out a wad of cash and says that she is going to return all of the stolen money. Diane is clearly disgusted with her sister. Elsewhere, Steph is nervous about visiting her father in hospital, but when she eventually does she is horrified to learn that Adam has been questioning him about the past. Steph returns to the B&B and asks the doctor what he said to Alan to upset him. Adam insists that he was only trying to help but she tells him that his interference isn’t wanted.
Jack suggests to Diane that she end her feud with Val, pointing out that she has tried to put things right by returning the money. Diane doesn’t think this is enough but she is left thoughtful when Victoria reminds her that Val stood by Diane when they thought she was going to die. Diane later apologies to her sister and offers to let her stay at The Woolpack. Val declines her offer, determined to stand on her own two feet. Over at the B&B, Adam plays Steph at her own game and locks her in a bedroom in an attempt to force her to talk.
Steph wishes that she hadn't told Adam about her past, saying that all it has done has made her feel helpless. She tells Adam that she wants him out of her life and asks him to pack his bags. Adam chases Steph as she storms out of the B&B. He calms her down and Steph says he doesn't have to leave if he doesn't want to be that whatever they had is over but Adam insists Steph must talk to Alan. Later that day, Steph goes to visit Alan at Betty's house as he has just returned from hospital. They talk about the past and Alan admits that Steph was a very difficult child. Steph comments that Terence was the favourite and that he received all of the love. Alan is astounded at how strongly Steph feels about this and is protective of his son when Steph says that Terence was a bully. Alan says that he feels it's the other way around as Steph put Terence into hospital after hitting him with a brick.
Steph tries to see her father, but he wants nothing to do with her. Betty shames her over the damage she's done to her father. When Steph realises that he won't listen to her, she tells Alan that Terence didn’t really rape her and that she was lying yesterday. Alan is appalled that she could lie about something so serious but she insists that she wanted to make him listen. She says that Terence did bully her but confesses that she has exaggerated the truth. Alan goes off, needing time to think. He tells Betty that he's starting to see both he and Steph have things to regret. Betty encourages him to find Terence, but he says the past is best left behind.
Ivan offers to take Nicola out after she has had a fight with Simon. However, Paul is sick of Toni lusting after him and, thinking it will get her off his back, invites her to go with Ivan. Nicola looks daggers as Toni agrees. Feeling frustrated, Nicola gets drunk. Meanwhile, the Dingles are excitedly preparing for their holiday when Lisa says she’ll remain in the village for Sarah and the garage. Emily, however, offers to have Sarah and says that Dawn can organise the garage and they excitedly head off to the airport.
A courier arrives with Laurel’s wedding dress and Nicola can’t resist trying it on. When Toni catches her, Nicola is angry and humiliated and reaches for the zip, yanks it and it breaks. Ivan comes home and tries to help her but Nicola gets irate and tells him not to bring tarts home. Ivan tells Nicola that she almost sounds jealous and he leaves. Nicola gets straight on the phone to Emily for help. Emily arrives and gets her out of the dress whilst Nicola confesses that she fancies Ivan. Over in Spain, Eric tells Enrique Morales that he and the Kings are prominent figures in Emmerdale and he assures him that he’ll be very impressed when he meets them
Adam goes to see Alice and tells her that he knows about the cancer. He recommends that she have an abortion so that she can start treatment but she is determined that she will not harm her baby. Sam arrives back and Adam tells Alice she must tell him the truth. Sam struggles to take in the news and rushes off. He later goes to Adam and tells him to make Alice better. Adam tells him that Alice will need chemotherapy and that the only sensible course of action is a termination. Over in Spain at the presentation, Zak and Shadrach are bored and Debbie cottons on to the fact that Swords is trying to sell them a timeshare, so they get up to leave. Swords follows them and says that Lisa signed a contract promising to reimburse his costs if they chose not to purchase a property. He says they owe him 2,000 euros and tells them that he has their passports.
Louise admits to Martin that she really like him but as they kiss, Kayleigh walks in and disturbs them. They clang teeth and Louise cuts her lip. When Kayleigh makes it clear she is expecting her to stay the night, Louise gets embarrassed and makes a sharp exit before going home to tell Diane about the disastrous date. Meanwhile, Sandy arrives on Ashley’s doorstep only to learn from Daz that Ashley is on his honeymoon. Daz takes him to Betty’s where Sandy is quick to get his feet under the table. Elsewhere, Paul asks Ivan why he doesn’t want to make a go of things with Toni and Ivan explains that he has his eye on someone else. Later that evening Emily realises that Nicola is still carrying a torch for Ivan even though she denies it. A few drinks turns into a party at Mulberry Cottage and Paul is stunned when Ivan makes it clear he is attracted to him and kisses him.
Louise is trying to avoid Martin but Diane tells her she needs to make a decision - if not for Martin's sake then for Kayleigh's. Martin turns up at the pub and Diane sends him straight through to the back to see Louise. Caught off-guard, Louise is awkward and confesses that although she likes Martin, he wants too much too soon and commitment isn't really her style. Martin is disappointed but leaves. Afterwards Nicola can't resist winding Louise up about her latest failed relationship and furious Louise goes for her, but is held back by Bob. Later Diane finds Louise and tells her that her expectations are too high and she needs to realise that relationships take work otherwise she will end up alone. Her harsh words hit home and Louise walks away.
Danny and Dawn are loved up after they have spent the night together. They agree to keep the relationship quiet for now. Jo is pleased for Dawn but surprised to hear that she hasn't told Danny that Scott is due to be released from prison the following day. Dawn decides to visit Scott and tell him herself that it is over between them. She explains the situation to Danny who is shocked that Dawn has agreed Scott can still live with her. Dawn explains that she can't say no - she has already agreed this with Scott's Probation Officer and he does part own the house. At the prison Dawn is surprised when Scott tells her that prison has changed him and made him realise that Dawn and TJ are the most important things in his life.
Dawn and Danny are awkward following their row but the ice is broken when a leaking tap soaks them both. Danny apologises for the row and they decide to start afresh and head upstairs together. As Danny prepares to leave he wishes Dawn luck with Scott but they get a shock when a key turns in the door and Scott arrives early. Danny quickly leaves as Dawn introduces Scott to Jo, explaining she is their lodger. As Scott settles back in Dawn is thrown when he reveals he is about to be fitted with an electronic security tag, and so she delays telling him about Danny.
Scott is a reformed character and tries to make amends but realises it is going to take some time before certain villagers are willing to accept his apologies for the past. Meanwhile, Terry questions Dawn about her decision to end things with Danny. Dawn insists it's because she doesn't want Scott on Danny's case. When Andy points out to Danny that he wouldn't let Scott stand between him and a woman, Danny agrees to meet Dawn.
Tom’s PR event gets underway and he gives a speech to the sceptical locals assuring them that there will be no major changes at Home Farm. Later, Sadie and Jimmy’s bickering gets to Tom and he storms off to be alone. Sadie finds him and he pours out his heart, claiming that his success is worth nothing because he has never been so lonely in his life. As Sadie comforts him, Tom tells her he loves her and kisses her. Jimmy sees the kiss from the hallway and is disgusted. Sadie pulls away, rushes out and catches up with Jimmy, who calls her a whore. Sadie swears that Tom came onto her but he is convinced she is after him for money and status.
The atmosphere is frosty in the Kings office and Jimmy can't help himself from making snide comments about Tom and Sadie. As they pack Christmas hampers at the Village Hall, Pearl notices Jarvis is deep in thought and asks if he is thinking about Freda. Jarvis replies that if he was it would make the day the same as every other day for many years and asks her to mind her own business. Pearl says he will regret it if he doesn't speak to Freda but Jarvis ignores her. Later the dance gets underway and Jarvis freezes when he sees Freda walk in.
Having discovered the truth about the Kings’ involvement with the dead calves, Paddy doesn’t know what to do for the best. Going to the police will mean the Briggs lose their farm, but if he doesn’t he’ll be risking the reputation of his own business. Meanwhile, Jarvis is still in shock over Freda’s proposition. Convinced that his so-called friends set him up, Jarvis packs up and decides to leave the village. However, after a ticking off from Edna, Jarvis confesses his true feelings for Freda.
After almost being caught out by Terry at Home Farm, Sadie and Matthew arrange to meet at a B&B for a secret rendezvous. After realising that he came to the same place during his affair with Louise, Sadie feels used and angry. Matthew insists he loves Sadie. Meanwhile, Ashley is shocked when he receives a call from Jasmine’s school, informing him that she has been suspended for being drunk at a party. She returns to the village in shame and is grounded by a disgruntled Ashley. Daz reveals that Jasmine's grandfather is in the village. Elsewhere Paddy’s reputation is still in tatters.
Paddy is called out to a job, only to find Hari has set it up as a PR stunt to improve his reputation. When he finds it working, he begins to think more seriously about Hari's suggestion that they go into partnership together. Later that day, Paddy returns Tom’s blood money, but feeling under attack, Tom pushes the cash back. Meanwhile, Matthew sets about proving to Sadie that his feelings for her are genuine and tells her that he thinks they should tell Tom the truth about their relationship. However, after Paddy's harsh words they find Tom in a mess, upset by his guilt over his son's death. As Sadie comforts him, he admits he cannot cope with the amount of stress the company causes him. Elsewhere, Dawn struggles with balancing her relationship with Danny and friendship with Scott.
Wasting little time, Sadie impresses Matthew when she reveals she has already put a plan into action regarding Tom’s retirement. Sadie surprises Tom with a visit from his old pal Roger’s widow, Helen Dyson. Sadie's plan works when Helen suggests Tom enjoy his retirement, reminding him his wife would have wanted him to enjoy his twilight years. Tom agonises over his future and what it means for the business. Meanwhile, Ashley reluctantly allows Jasmine to spend time with Sandy, but is later furious when he finds them in the pub, wrongly assuming that Sandy has bought the underage girl alcohol. Jasmine is sick of all the arguing and vows to get to the bottom of it. Elsewhere, Paddy is envious of Hari’s affect on women, and Scott continues to cause tension between Dawn and Danny.
With Jimmy still in the frame, Sadie knows that Matthew needs to up his game. Later, Matthew and Sadie think they may have witnessed Jimmy seal his own fate when Greg's tipper truck collides into Tricia's tree and in front of half of the village, Greg berates Jimmy's negligence for the accident. When the angry villagers repeat this to Tom he turns on Jimmy, whilst Sadie and Greg share a conspiratorial look. That evening Tom announces to his family that he has made a decision about his future. He reveals he is handing over the running of the business to Matthew. Jimmy is unable to contain himself and storms out. Sadie and Matthew quietly celebrate their victory. Jasmine offers to look after Gabby but Ashley soon spots the two of them having fun with Sandy and is furious.
Edna and Terry are horrified to find that Sandy has made himself at home at Holdgate Farm and when he refuses to leave, claiming squatters’ rights, they are forced to inform Ashley. The vicar is outraged when his father remains adamant that he's staying put and he instructs Terry to turn off the water, certain that Sandy will have to leave when he gets thirsty. Meanwhile, Tom worries when Jimmy doesn’t turn up for work and he is grateful when Sadie tries to calm him down. Matthew feels guilty when Tom voices his doubts that Jimmy will return, and is struck by Sadie's callousness when she admits that she would rather her ex-husband never came back. Elsewhere, Rodney offers to replace Tricia’s tree, and suggests that for the time being they put a big Christmas tree in its place.
Terry warns Ashley that he will call the police if Sandy does not emerge from Holdgate Farm soon. Ashley fears his reputation in the village is at stake and resorts to letting Sandy come to live with him. Back in the village, the father and son have a heart to heart. On the phone, Chas, who has clearly been told about Carl and Del, informs Carl that she has a new man. Del tries to ignore her feelings for Carl whilst she comforts him, but he drunkenly makes a pass at her. Elsewhere Dawn feels guilty about Scott’s decision to leave and not only offers to let him stay but agrees to keep Danny out of their home until he has had his tag removed.
Carl confronts Del about the events of the night before and despite how he feels about Chas he asks her to make a go of things. Meanwhile, Ashley tells Laurel he has buried his anger towards his father but continues to find somewhere else for him to live. Jasmine is shocked to find out her grandfather is being kicked out so close to Christmas.
Carl's rescue mission goes disastrously wrong. Their trip to win Chas back doesn't begin well when the car runs out of petrol but a determined Del flags down Pearl and begs her for a lift. When Del explains to Pearl where they are going, Pearl looks worried but Del convinces her she knows exactly what she is doing. Arriving at the barracks the sentry refuses them access. A few minutes later they spot a mini bus leaving the barracks heading to a formal function. On the bus with her fellow soldiers is Private Chas Dingle. Del announces they will go in pursuit.
Del visits Chas in hospital and nobly states that despite her best attempts, Carl only has eyes for her. But Chas doesn't want to hear it and an annoyed Del tells her she doesn't deserve a man like Carl and goes to leave. Chas stops her, wanting to know if her and Carl had slept together. Meanwhile, when Adam tentatively raises the subject of counselling an annoyed Steph insists that she doesn't want to discuss her problems with him or anyone else. Also, Eric boasts to Val that he has rushed the Christmas light licence through the council eager to rub Rodney's nose in it. Val marvels at Eric's work and later seizes an opportunity to scoff at Rodney. Rodney vows to Kelly that he will wipe the smile off both of their faces.
Betty lets Steph into the secret that she is trying to track down Terence as a surprise for Alan. However she is left perplexed when Steph panics and leaves. Alone at the B&B, Steph's terror at the thought of coming face to face with her abuser takes over and she hits the bottle. Adam returns home to find Steph drinking vodka, with pills in her hand. Meanwhile, at a christening meeting things quickly descend into a slanging match with rows over Sarah's middle name, christening gown and hymns. Debbie remains silent until she can take no more and leaves. Elsewhere, Val is up to her devious ways when she happily swaps the pensioners’ expensive wine for custard creams. Rodney looks on suspiciously.
Not standing for any talk of abuse, Alan tells Adam that the only reason Steph is anxious about Terence's return is because he will expose her lies. Adam urges Alan that bringing Terence back into the equation will be bad news, however Alan seethes at Adam's impertinence. Meanwhile, Debbie is nervous when she returns home to find Cain with Sarah but he lies calmly saying that Emily didn't feel too well. He insists it is not a problem as he wants to be a more hands-on granddad from now on. Wondering what Cain is up to Debbie is unsettled and asks if she can have a night out. He agrees through gritted teeth and is left holding the baby.
Emily confesses to Paul that she feels guilty for allowing Debbie and Sarah to grow apart. Meanwhile, Cain struggles to understand why Debbie has not yet bonded with Sarah. Much to Debbie's disappointment he announces he intends to spend the day with the baby. Elsewhere, Steph struggles to cope with the possibility that her brother may return to the village. Adam reassures her it is unlikely. Meanwhile, after Rodney snaps at Kelly, saying that she only ever takes and never gives, she is determined to prove him and the village wrong.
Tired of her interfering and blaming her for the rift between Debbie and Sarah, Cain packs up Emily’s belongings and forces her to leave. After hearing the news, Debbie desperately tries to stop her. A distressed Debbie admits to Emily that she doesn’t love Sarah the way Emily does. Debbie blurts out a shock proposal that leaves them both stunned. Meanwhile, Sam is overjoyed when Alice returns. Alice admits she was wrong but explains her fears about being pushed into giving up on her baby. After Alice apologises for any worry she may have caused, she and Sam resolve to face whatever the future holds together.
As the Dingles prepare for Sarah’s christening, a distraught Debbie is upset after Cain has driven Emily away. However, she is relieved when Emily arrives in time for the christening. Emily manages to discreetly make it clear to Debbie that she is only back for Sarah. After the ceremony, Debbie makes Andy kiss the baby goodbye which he does despite being puzzled by Debbie's behaviour. Debbie manages to say an emotional goodbye to Sarah as Emily and the baby leave in a taxi. Elsewhere, after Sarah's christening, Alice worries that due to her cancer she may not be around for the christening of her own child. Her worries lead to a shock marriage proposal to Sam.
As everyone celebrates the christening in The Woolpack, a devastated Daz is left to break the news to everyone in the pub that baby Sarah has gone. Cain reacts violently, appalled Zak and Lisa both contemplate their failure as parents, and a heartbroken Andy blames Daz for allowing Emily to leave. Andy, Daz and Jack frantically search for Emily and the baby but are left distraught by what they find. Meanwhile, Alice is upset when Debbie brands her selfish, questioning how Sam will cope if she dies. In fury, Alice slaps Debbie hard across the face. Later Alice has a heart to heart with Diane which leaves her feeling more positive about her future.
As Lisa heads off to visit Granny Clegg, and the rest of the Dingles celebrate Christmas in The Woolpack, Belle is left in the care of Shadrach. When Daz calls round with Spike the ferret, Belle is intrigued by the animal. As drunk Shadrach sleeps, Belle lets the ferret out and follows him outside. When Daz realises she is missing he tracks her down but a frightened Belle runs away from him and terrified, she slips and falls down a mine shaft. As Daz panics and tries to help her he loses his footing and also becomes trapped. Meanwhile, Cain is still angry at Debbie and unwilling to forgive her for giving away his grandchild. Whereas Zak reminds Debbie how much she is loved by the Dingles and after seeing her devastation he reluctantly forgives her and tries to understand.
Lisa returns from Granny Clegg’s on Christmas morning full of festive joy until the hungover Dingles admit they thought Belle was with her. The family begin to frantically search for missing Belle and Lisa calls the police. Zak remembers Sandy befriending Belle at the christening and goes on the rampage to find him. As accusations fly around the village, Zak interrupts the Christmas morning church service to beg everyone to help find his little girl. A formal search of the area gets underway but when Zak learns that Daz is also missing, his suspicion leads to fury and he launches himself at Jack.
Having returned to the Kings’, Jimmy gets a shock when Helen admits that she and Sadie have been working together to convince Tom to retire. Jimmy bitterly reveals the discovery to Matthew, warning him he will be pushed out next as Sadie is on a mission to win charge of the business. Matthew covers but decides to test Sadie by asking how she would feel if they left the business to Jimmy and did a runner together. Sadie's reaction leaves Matthew thinking that Jimmy is right but later Sadie turns up unexpectedly with her bags packed and agrees to run away if it's what he wants. Meanwhile, Nicola arrives home from Christmas in Scarborough to find Ivan has also returned from spending Christmas with his family up North.
With Matthew due to take control of the business the following day, he and Sadie agree that they will have to wait a bit longer before announcing they are together, to avoid suspicion. Later, Jimmy returns home and picks up on a moment of intimacy between Matthew and Sadie. As the realisation hits him that they are an item, Jimmy is left humiliated. He is quick to tell Tom of his discovery but Tom is convinced he is being paranoid.
As Tom prepares to hand over the business to Matthew, he can’t get Jimmy’s suspicions out of his head. The official handover gets underway but is interrupted by the owner of the guest house that Sadie and Matthew frequented. Jimmy smugly asks her to confirm the affair but when she can’t and Jimmy realises in horror that Sadie has scuppered his plans. When Tom stalls, Matthew fears all is lost but Sadie refuses to be beaten. She finds Tom and tries to manipulate him into believing that Jimmy is lying, but Tom claims she's been trying to rip his family apart from day one.
Sadie suggests to Matthew that perhaps they would be best cutting their losses and leaving Emmerdale for good, but Matthew is adamant that they should stay and fight. Tom initially refuses to see Matthew but is persuaded by Carl to change his mind, although he still refuses to allow Sadie into the office. Tom demands Matthew explain himself to them all. Matthew claims that all he did was fall in love. Later Jimmy tells Matthew he is incapable of love and has never managed a long-term relationship but Matthew replies that it is because he has been sleeping with Sadie on and off since before she married Jimmy.
Sadie is at a loss over her next plan of action. She wants to see Matthew, though whilst sitting outside Home Farm she realises she may have lost him forever. Instead she takes solace in a drink at the Woolpack. Louise takes the opportunity to rib Sadie about being dumped but Sadie uncharacteristically breaks down and Edna kindly takes her to her house. Sadie opens her heart to Edna and admits she should never have married Jimmy as she has always loved Matthew and always will.
2025
Cain and Moira book a quiet lunch, Jacob apologises to Sarah, and it is the anniversary of Heath's death as Bob breaks down.
Jacob has a baptism of fire on his first day in A&E, and Moira and Cain arrive for her appointment.
Chas wants to get to the bottom of Ruby's behaviour, Jacob is stressed, while Marlon and Rhona are at each other's throats.
Suspicious Dawn points the finger, Rhona is still upset with Marlon, and Jacob is overwhelmed.
Dawn is raging, Jacob is aware his stress is out of control, and Marlon is convinced to take action.
Sarah feels ostracised, Marlon sends a message, and has someone reached rock bottom?
There may be a burgeoning relationship on the cards, while someone is suffering hallucinations at Home Farm.
Negativity surfaces, boundaries are crossed, and Rhona is at breaking point.
Marlon is a broken man, Moira prepares for her radiotherapy, and the villagers unite in their search for April.
Marlon searches a city's streets for his daughter, Charity is delighted, and Ruby hides her secret.
Chas attempts to reassure Ruby, Laurel reaches out, and how long can Cain stifle his guilt?
Wendy's life and career look set to implode, a local schemes, and Ruby struggles.
The past is confronted, a villager says goodbye, and a reward brings unwanted attention.
A bloody human tooth glistens on the floor of the depot. Laurel and Nicola deal with a situation and Kim has an interesting proposal for Dawn.
Steph is upset when her grandfather fails to meet her, while Dawn's anger gives way to passion. There is panic in the village when a gunshot rings out.
Dawn's guilt proves overwhelming, while Charity is suspicious. Joe struggles to maintain consciousness.
Dawn discovers Joe slumped at the wheel and a bottle of mysterious pills on the floor, and Nicola leaves an A&E nurse suspicious when she visits the hospital with questions about Anthony.
Laurel seeks religious guidance in the face of her guilt. Steph questions her parents. The truth lies undiscovered.
Amy makes a big decision, Bob opens up to Manpreet, and Aaron has a dangerous plan
Kerry tries to calm Pollard, and an awkward Chas admits to Ruby what she has said.
Amy has a proposal for Matty, Bob is struggling, and Nicola talks Laurel down.
Laurel wants to tell the truth, Kerry bristles at Eric's plans, and Pollard's comforting words resonate with Bob.
Rhona worries for Marlon, Caleb is cautious, and Pollard has some good news.
Marlon and Rhona have some news, Cain denies Caleb’s accusation, and Kim is suspicious.
A flashback episode exploring April’s disappearance.
Marlon and Rhona are overwhelmed, Joe encourages Noah, and Charity has a plan.
Charity panics, Jacob’s suspicious are piqued, and and Ross is frustrated.
Leyla opens up, Charity makes a discovery, and Dawn is tempted.
Charity reveals her knowledge, Joe realises Kim is spying on him, and Noah is convinced to stay in the UK, leaving Joe rattled.
Someone robs Noah, Dawn is relieved and Joe is enraged.
Caleb is blindsided when he realises the truth, Joe takes a mystery phone call, and Cain is arrested in connection to Anthony's disappearance.
Liam has big plans for Chas, Kerry wins the limo and plans a girls' night out, while a lads' night is also arranged.
A flashforward to later that night centres on a frozen lake, and chaos as the groups head to their respective limousines. There are two crashes as both cars swerve off the road.
An angry Caleb swerves his limousine, Charity swings her vehicle to avoid Noah in the road, and there is icy peril for one of the limos.
There is crash-inflicted chaos as the occupants of the limos fight to survive, the ice cracks and someone sinks below its surface. Eventually, a confession is made.
There is chaos at the hospital as villagers are admitted, times are harrowing for some, and Noah's situation is worrying.
There is confusion, blame, and sadness for the village as the hospital deals with the fallout from the limo crash.
Villagers grieve, the police have questions, and a relationship breaks down.
A crisis meeting takes place, there is suspicion over Noah's drugging, and a vigil is held.
Noah can't remember anything, a seed of doubt is planted in Kim's mind, and in-fighting might bring down the house of cards.
A meeting takes place, Lydia is given a new role, and April is grateful for Rhona's support.
Steph sees an interaction, Noah has a flashback to the night of the limo crash, and Ross takes action.
April goes back to school, Jacob struggles, and Lydia sees what is going on.
Dawn is horrified to realise that Kim knows about the affair, tensions are high between Marlon and April, and Cain is left distraught.
Marlon is shocked to find Dylan in the village, Cain and Moira prepare to tell the children about their break-up, and Jacob asks a favour.
Jacob has a panic attack at work, Sarah worries that she could be pregnant, and Vanessa feels guilty.
Sarah prepares herself to read the result of the pregnancy test, the locals mourn the deaths of their fellow villagers, and Kerry and Pollard reminisce.
Manpreet is burdened by the secret she is carrying, Dylan fights the symptoms of spice withdrawal, and Charity coaxes a confession from Sarah.
Marlon acts dishonestly, Steph's suspicions pique, and Sarah gets sad news.
Steph makes a horrifying breakthrough, Manpreet is on edge over her blackmailing issue, and Gail makes a discovery regarding Mary.
Steph demands answers and panics Caleb, Marlon feels torn over what to do, and Manpreet is being blackmailed and watched.
Marlon and Rhona hold a funeral without April, Dawn's head is still turned, and Tracy hides her financial struggles.
There is a new reality for one family. Tracy faces fresh temptation. A surprise for Dawn.
Joe's plan is finally revealed, Mack is suspicious of Ross, and Manpreet receives a demand from her blackmailer.
Sarah is intrigued to meet a new lad, Manpreet is at the mercy of her blackmailer, and Chas and Liam walk into a surprise where Ella's appearance rocks the atmosphere.
John is worried about the reaction to his news, Ella's bust-up is the talk of the village, and Chas collapses suddenly.
Plans are afoot for Joe, Charity is concerned for Sarah, and Ella's life is in chaos.
Ella fights her corner, love is blossoming between Kammy and Sarah, and Jai takes advantage of Steph's state of mind.
Steph opens up to her mum, Nicola is hungry for gossip after Ella's outburst, and Cain warms to Kammy despite his earlier opinion.
Caleb and Ruby plan a day out as a family, Nicola starts to scheme, and Marlon betrays April's trust again.
A life hangs in the balance, April feels apart from her friends, and Steph offers an explanation to Ross.
Marlon tries but fails, Kim orchestrates Dawn and Billy to spend time alone, and Nicola is on a campaign to win a prize.
April panics Marlon, Chas and Liam worry about Ella's behaviour, and Nicola shifts tactics.
Ella seems to be causing trouble, Jimmy gives Pollard hope, and Marlon has a decision to make
Ella's behaviour is alarming, Pollard gets the wrong idea, and Mandy is worried.
A friend of Sarah creates an issue, Gabby is thrilled by Vinny's suggestion, and Belle is left reeling by Jacob's offer.
Sarah is caught by the police, Gabby and Vinny decide to move, and Tracy makes a bad decision.
Tracy is wracked with guilt, Charity and Jacob team up, and Gabby and Thomas make themselves at home.
Tracy confesses, John is mortified, and Vanessa rails at Rhona
John apologises, Pollard fires Tracy, and Jacob goes into anaphylactic shock.
Aaron and Steph open up to each other, Tracy makes a decision and Kim plays matchmaker.
Steph begins to spiral, Joe is determined, and Kerry encourages Tracy.
Caleb has an invitation, Dawn realises that she has a decision to make, and Jacob is determined to expose Kammy.
Caleb's cogs begin to whirr, Dawn tells Joe her decision, and John opens up to Aaron.
Caleb investigates his suspicions, John feels awkward when he is put on the spot about who he is inviting to the wedding and Jacob and Kammy butt heads over Sarah.
Victoria makes a plan, Ruby suspects Caleb's keeping secrets, while Charity catches Sarah out.
Billy makes a big mistake, Victoria makes a discovery, and Kim makes an offer to Caleb.
Aaron is outraged, Charity confronts Kammy, and Billy apologises to Ross.
Sarah is furious, Vinny has a sudden outburst, and Dawn is devastated.
Liam is attacked, Charity tries to appease Sarah, and Tracy confides in Chas.
John panics, while Chas and Liam are disheartened and Sarah makes a big decision.
Steph gets the answer she wants, while Manpreet is sympathetic towards Sarah, who gives encouragement to Vanessa.
Caleb and Ruby make a horrifying discovery, Vanessa tries to get Sarah to come clean and Tracy confides in John.
Steph succumbs to a full meltdown, Cain makes a decision and Billy is in despair.
Ruby and Caleb worry for their daughter, while Gail is over the moon and Tracy is baffled.
Clemmie makes a discovery, Ross is devastated, and Moira tries to make Cain see sense.
Joe tries to bribe Clemmie, Billy is furious, and Ryan is taken aback.
Charity reels from a revelation, Caleb encourages Billy, and Ryan begs Gail.
Charity is up to something, bad feeling towards Joe is circulating, and there is a party at Home Farm.
Noah delivers some alarming news, the police gather suspects, and Dawn and Jimmy are horrified by the scene.
Liam is delighted by Chas's suggestion, Manpreet is worried, and fingers are pointed.
John enjoys having all the attention, Moira finds a letter, and Tracy gets a glimpse.
Mack feels left out, Moira is haunted by memories of the past, and Bear is worried for his future.
Everyone is in high spirits for the stag night, Ross faces many questions, and Mackenzie has a plan, but it remains to be seen if he will be outsmarted.
Moira discovers the leak, contaminated water causes a risk to health, and Mack feels terrible.
With Harry on a drip in the hospital, no one wants anything to do with Mackenzie, while John is overwhelmed with secret guilt, and cannot help snapping at Aaron. Moira is convinced the slurry spill will mean the end of the farm, Lewis and Ross meet up again and Sarah keeps her appointment at the fertility clinic a secret.
Moira buckles under the weight of painful memories when Ross explains his long-lost half-brother Lewis is outside to meet her. Mackenzie tries to make amends after his apparent mistake, Victoria is grateful to John for his support and Nicola is typically pleased with herself when she arranges an emergency water supply for the village.
John is trapped in a private nightmare when he hears that Aidan has awoken from his coma. Sarah is worried when the fertility doctor finds some inflammation, prompting her to open up to Vanessa. Moira is ready to give in at the farm, while Ross is curious to hear new sibling Lewis is growing cannabis.
Mackenzie's treatment by Moira and other locals forces him to back out of being Aaron's best man - so John promises to fix things. A suspicious Belle tells Sam that Nate never arrived at his new job in the Shetlands and vows to solve his disappearance. With Cain and Charity busy, Sarah is forced to attend a hospital appointment alone. Ross acquires a few cannabis plants from Lewis as the brothers continue to bond.
Cain struggles to digest the news about Nate, while John, aware that Belle is on to something, does his best to convince her that he probably won't be found. Sarah awaits the results of her biopsy, and Mackenzie and Ross realise they don't have enough cannabis plants.
It is John and Aaron's wedding day - as John is tormented by nightmares, Ross orchestrates a plan.
It is the wedding day as John is tormented by secrets and nightmares, and Sarah goes to get her biopsy results alone.
The wedding is still at risk of not going ahead, Lewis pushes Ross hard for answers, and Jacob tries to comfort Sarah.
John envisions the latest nightmare, but will the truth come out? Meanwhile, Jacob is shocked.
Billy stands his ground, Kyle arrives with news, and will the wedding go ahead?
Panic rises that the body in the lake is that of Anthony, Pollard struggles but shuns help, and Belle gets an offer.
Ruby has a confession to make, putting Chas into a spiral, April is reminded of her nights on the streets while doing a trial shift at Take a Vow for Belle, and Jacob and Kerry urge Pollard to consider some help at home.
Tracy gets devastating news from the police, while Cain undergoes questioning from officers. Sarah goes rogue with Kammy and Charity makes a discovery.
Cain is still reeling, there has been a development in Nate's case, and Sarah's birthday is not a happy day.
John is questioned by the police, Tracy tries to defend herself, and Jacob learns Sarah's secret.
The police arrive with a search warrant, Tracy accuses Cain, and Vinny slips up.
Tracy tells a fib and Vanessa is asked to corroborate it, and Bear's pills put Eve in danger.
Joe is quick to accuse Billy, Clemmie's phone is missing, and Cain and Tracy accuse each other.
Victoria is disappointed, Bear has some good news, and Aaron may need to change his mind.
Robert is devastated, John is furious, and Aaron is determined.
Bear snaps, Kammy is left frustrated, and Vanessa tries to get through to Tracy.
Aaron and John have a shock, Charity makes a discovery, and Paddy is surprised.
Victoria warns Robert, Cain is devastated, and Paddy enlists Bob's help.
Cain is furious when he finds out he has been kept in the dark, Belle tries to persuade Tracy to change her mind, and Robert feels guilty.
Robert finds himself in a dangerous position, Belle persuades Vanessa to help, and Joe makes a discovery.
Robert is terrified, Joe is suspicious, and Jacob makes a serious offer.
Sarah is grateful for Charity's support, Paddy shares his worries over Bear's behaviour, and Joe makes an order.
Sarah is overwhelmed, Joe is suspicious, and Paddy is left horrified.
Paddy is attacked, Ross attempts to get Lewis to change his mind, and Mack plays a dangerous game.
Paddy has a disastrous encounter, Lewis is unable to believe his brother has betrayed him, and Sarah helps Cain.
Marlon tells Paddy he needs to start facing up to reality, Jacob comforts Sarah, and Vinny is awkward around Kammy.
Joe is knocked unconscious by an assailant, while Charity worries for a fragile post-op Sarah, and Kim braces herself to tell Dawn that she has got a new man.
A woozy and disorientated Joe regains consciousness and find himself in a makeshift hospital, while Gabby puts Sarah in danger, and Lewis puts in a stint in the cafe for Nicola.
There is fear at Home Farm, Sarah and Cain seek further guidance, and Nicola sees a new way of working.
Sarah is keen to fulfil her dreams and Cain & Charity want to help her.
Sarah thinks all hope is lost, Charity makes an offer, and John feels terrible about the week ahead.
Tracy is shocked when she gets some news, Cain's anger boils over and Sarah is worried about Charity after her kind offer.
Everyone gathers as Nate's funeral takes place, while John struggles under pressure and Paddy tries to stifle his panic.
John abruptly ends a call to the helpline, while Bear is left isolated and alone and Jacob blurts out a secret.
Liam makes a discovery. while Robert's suspicions are piqued and Pollard tells Mack the truth.
Cain is in turmoil, while John reaches out and Kim is furious.
Robert is buoyed by new information, Moira is full of dread and Joe reiterates Kim's offer to buy the farm.
Moira is left with a difficult decision, Pollard disapproves and Robert goes to the police.
Cain and Moira take revenge on Kim, while Mack misses his opportunity to express his feelings and Robert is suspicious of John's heroism.
The Dingles are divided, while April is reunited with Dylan, and Robert's suspicions worry John.
John digs up dirt on Robert, while Cain goes on the warpath and Dylan stands up April.
Ross hears that John has some information on Robert, while Moira tells Cain the news about the break-in and Dylan refuses to open up.
Things go from bad to worse for Robert, while Celia is annoyed with Kim for raising the rent and Lewis encourages Ross to win Steph back.
Dylan has secrets, Robert and Aaron clear the air and Ross and Steph are back on track.
Ray goes after Dylan, while Ross denies being involved with anyone since he and Steph broke up and Charity has a fall while on a walk through the woods with Mack.
Ruby, Manpreet and Lewis gossip over lunch, Charity reveals to Vanessa that she has been bleeding, and Vinny opens up to Aaron about trying to kiss someone else.
Mack is determined to cheer up Charity, but she blames herself, Vinny searches for answers, while Vanessa and Manpreet bond over the shared frustrations of their love lives.
Mack vows his support to Charity and Sarah, Vinny arranges to meet someone he connected with online and Belle is thrown when Lydia hands her an important letter.
Ruby confronts Manpreet and Vinny's confusion is clear. Belle joins a dating app.
Mike turns against Vinny, and Ruby and Manpreet are in custody. Elsewhere, Charles begins to feel concerned.
Marlon is disappointed, Cain warns Kammy off, and Sarah's moved.
Charity is pregnant and April is manipulated by Ray. Kammy covers for Vinny.
Robert loses his temper and April's left with a decision to make. Jacob is sad.
Robert comforts Aaron in his depths of despair and the pair give in to temptation, while Dylan puts on a brave face to April after another knock back in his job search. Cain is left worried when DC Cole wants to talk about the investigation into Nate's murder.
Aaron is fighting his guilt and decides the night before was just a one-off, Mack is unable to hide feeling hurt that Charity hasn't contacted him after kicking him out. Gabby continues to try to persuade Vinny to report Kammy to the police.
Tracy's suspicion about Nate's move is raised when the removal man shows up, while Vinny is in turmoil as he tries to pull himself together. Mack is offered a lift by John and discovers a clue in his vehicle, while Moira is left with food for thought when Celia tells her to get the best price for her land and get out of farming.
Aaron and John plan to leave the village, Moira makes a decision, and Gabby is troubled.
Chas comforts an anxious Charity, who is upset how she left things with Mack, while Moira forms a plan and things are awkward in the cafe.
Ross confronts Charity and asks if Mack left because he found out about their infidelity, while Ray puts doubts in Dylan's head and Belle dumps Kammy.
April is concerned by Dylan's suspicious behaviour, while Ross is unsure whether to believe Charity, and Chas urges Robert to let Aaron go.
Dylan tells Ray he wants a break from working with him, while Moira is horrified when she realise she has been duped. Kyle recognises Dylan.
Moira confronts Dylan, while Robert and Ross argue and John is up to something.
Charity crumbles under the weight of everything, while Aaron makes a shocking discovery and Moira has a new friend.
Ray puts pressure on Dylan, April is in danger, and Tracy is angry.
Paddy is gutted, Chas is outraged, and Tracy's suspicions are piqued.
Chas has upsetting news, Charity is devastated, and Aaron struggles with his feelings.
Aaron is in danger, Charity and Tracy get emotional, and John is jealous.
Paddy has a terrible realisation, Aaron is vulnerable and Robert is worried.
Aaron tries to escape, John is defiant, and Victoria is alarmed.
Robert is left reeling, Charity is concerned when Jacob surprises Sarah and her with an early ultrasound, and Chas vows to make Robert pay.
Kammy questions whatis going on with Vinny, who eventually breaks down in tears, while Robert fears for Aaron's life as he waits to be interviewed at the police station.
Gabby is fed up that neither Bernice or Kim are coming to her wedding, Cain upsets Victoria, while Kammy has a plan.
It's Vinny and Gabby's big day and while Moira and Ross are intrigued, Liam is embarrassed.
Gabby is upset and Chas is emotional. Liam explains himself.
Bernice confides in Bob about both Gabby and Nicola being furious with her. As the pair share a glass of wine, they reminisce about their lost love.
April is brought home by Swirling and Rhona wants answers. April is left riddled with guilt as she makes excuses and Rhona is none the wiser.
Cain struggles and Caleb and Ruby are worried. Chas is outraged.
Ray is pleased about Dylan's new job, Ross invites April to the cafe for a chat when he notices she appears anxious, and Liam cancels his appointment.
Caleb is startled when Ruby catches him sneaking out, a secret mission is carried out, and Cain gets involved.
Dylan is trying to make the best of his new job, but a text message reminds him there is no avoiding Ray, while Charity's guilt over potentially carrying Ross's baby weighs heavily on her. Chaos at the surgery leads Liam to ignore matters of his own health.
Paddy is chuffed to hear Dylan wants to learn to drive and offers to teach him, Manpreet realises something is seriously wrong with Liam and Charity heads off to find out if she is carrying Ross's baby.
Gabby has an admission of her own, April is given food for thought, and Jai exerts pressure.
Victoria is shocked by Robert's mystery visitor, while Vinny is terrified about testifying in court and Dylan makes an intervention.
Vinny panics about the court date, while Dylan begs on April's behalf and Ray turns out to be a masterful manipulator
Gabby is suspicious, while Robert finds himself in a tricky situation of his own making
April's double life puts Leo in danger, Robert has a choice to make, and Vinny is in court.
April's life is in tatters, while Gabby and Vinny's relationship is in danger and Charity hides her guilt.
Charity covertly chases up her paternity test results as Chas is stunned to hear of her situation, and April leaves home.
Charity books a secret termination before Chas tries to change her mind, and Gabby and Vinny paper over the cracks.
A fight between Carl and Lucas at school starts a war, Charity hides her anxiety, and Chas realises that she neglected Liam's issue.
Nicola is devastated by the arrival of the police, Dawn is aghast at the situation, and Belle and Kammy may have acted in haste.
Nicola and Jimmy are anxious about Carl's impending police interview, Moira is struggling with Cain's absence, and Victoria reminds Robert he still needs to tell Aaron about Kev.
Cain returns but is not in a good place, Robert is in a quandary, and Laurel makes an admission.
Dylan and April are pushed into dangerous situations, a suggestion by Joe brings more conflict, and Robert lies to Aaron.
Dawn tells Joe her history, April faces a terrifying future, and Nicola and Laurel come to a realisation.
Robert is in a quandary, while Joe Tate wants tougher justice and Liam launches his prostate-checking campaign.
Joe has an accident, creating tensions, while Aaron makes an announcement and Dylan struggles to please everyone.
There is a situation at the depot, Nicola is determined to get justice and Mandy is concerned for the newlyweds.
Robert's behaviour is raising suspicion, Gabby makes a big decision and Ruby wants to help.
There are new housemates for someone, while Dylan feels trapped and Caleb pays off a problem.
Kev delivers a chilling threat to Aaron if he does not leave him and Robert alone, while Ray orders Dylan to get a rucksack back from Dale View and Ruby argues with Caleb.
Robert questions Kev about his threats and things quickly get heated, while Dylan manages to steal Vinny's keys to Dale View and Kerry tries to cheer up a heartbroken Matty.
Aaron confides in Mack about his worries with Kev, while April and Dylan put their escape plan in motion and Jacob and Matty express their concerns about Kerry.
Celia and Ray discuss their irritations, while Kerry quits her job when it becomes clear that Jai intends to make her work life a living hell. Ray asks Laurel to go for a drink.
Mack and Ross show early signs of a surprising friendship, while Celia is furious and Jai irritates Laurel.
Charity is unnerved, Kev proposes a vow renewal, and Kerry pulls a sickie for Jai.
April visits home and considers opening up, and Marlon is oblivious.
Chas is suspicious, Kev writes vows, and Kerry is developing feelings.
Nicola is desperate for gossip, Liam finds out some information, and Sarah is alarmed.
Chas is troubled, Paddy is consumed with worry, and Nicola is in her element.
Emmerdale lifts the lid on where a trapped Bear is as the last 100 days are recalled.
Charity is alarmed, and Paddy prepares to make a statement as Mandy vows to help him.
Robert opens up about prison, Aaron is emotional, and Vic is shocked.
Kev is sent spiralling, Paddy is troubled, and could Eve have seen her grandpa?
April makes a difficult phone call, Kammy plans a housewarming party, and Robert is feeling guilty.
April is shaken, Lewis tries to keep calm, and Charity continues to fume at Ross.
Liam and Chas both have secrets to keep while Kev holds a handgun close in Woodbine as he grimly plans his next move, and Lewis stays upbeat.
Lewis is overwhelmed by the queue of customers and abandons work, Charity's plan fails when Liam and Mackenzie fall out during a gaming session, and Bear anxiously tends to Anya.
Anya's condition worsens as Bear vows to look after her, while Vinny sees through Lewis's false positivity and Kev gets a surprise.
Bear is distraught, while Robert is shaken and Nicola warns Kev off.
Aaron finds what he is looking for, while Belle formulates a new plan and Bear is torn.
Sam comes up with an idea, the police arrive in the village and Laurel begins to get excited about her date.
Ray makes an order, while Nicola is suspicious and Sam gets caught out.
Sam keeps a secret, while Ray cautions April and Dylan, and Bob is worried about April.
Ray reveals he knows what April has been up to, Marlon is filled with hope and Sam is shamefaced.
Ray and Celia discuss their plans, Dylan is horrified and Paddy admits how much he misses his dad.
April realises she has no choice, while Celia recognises she has a problem on her hands and Marlon and Rhona are gobsmacked.
Celia is in no mood to be messed about, while Rhona and Marlon completely horrified and Laurel is smitten.
Marlon and Rhona have a big decision to make, while Dylan's life hangs in the balance and Arthur fills in for Laurel.
Sam stands up to Joe, while Marlon and Rhona hatch a plan and Nicola is suspicious.
Lydia re-evaluates her loyalty to Kim, while Kerry's joy is short-lived and Vinny is feeling disgruntled.
Sam concocts a risky plan, while Kim has a surprise for a friend and Pollard is left encouraged.
Jason Donovan makes Lydia's dreams come true, while Bob is feeling put out and Kim's life is in danger.
Kim is helpless, while Bob is still sore after being upstaged by Jason Donovan, and Vinny tries to hide his jealousy.
Ray is relieved, Ruby has a brainwave and Sarah is pleased to enlist Belle's assistance.
Mary is suspicious, while Rhona plays a risky game and Lydia is feeling guilty.
Ray's worlds collide, while Rhona is deeply worried and Charles thinks he is helping.
Moira is absolutely furious, while Ray is alarmed and Vanessa has some questions for Charity.
Moira is feeling uneasy, while Charity makes excuses and Ruby has a change of luck.
Lydia makes an admission, while someone makes a proposal and Ray dares to dream.
Kim has no choice, while Joe is delighted and Pollard and Jacob discuss the following day's party.
Kim spurns Joe's attempt at a reconciliation, while there is bad news for April and a dangerous situation arises.
It is Christmas morning and the villagers gather for mulled wine, while Kim prepares to be alone and Charity is worried that Vanessa might spill the beans.
Marlon feels uneasy, while someone has a big decision to make and Jacob is not happy.
There is still a threat to life in the village, while April makes a shocking discovery and Jai knows too much.
April wants to create an escape plan, but it remains to be seen if it will work, while wedding plans are mooted and the threat to life is imminent.
Ray has a ghastly job ahead, while someone's life is still very much at risk and there is a dramatic end to the year.
2026
There is a sinister start to the new year, while a happy surprise has a dangerous undercurrent and Ray hopes his dream can come true.
There is a fight to the death, while a secret explodes and the truth is delivered.
A beautiful day quickly turns ominous, a lifeless body is dragged away by an unseen assailant, and vehicles speed frantically into the night. The crossover continues on Coronation Street S67E4 Corriedale, Monday 5th January 2026 (II).
Two worlds collide as the residents of Emmerdale and Weatherfield are brought together by a catastrophic and life-changing encounter. The crossover starts on Coronation Street S67E3 Monday, 5th January 2026 (I).
There is complete carnage after the previous night's catastrophic events, with the local hospital busy and the revelations keep coming over what happened and why.
A deal is struck and a mission given, April stands her ground, and Sarah has questions.
A betrayal unfolds, Paddy gets bad news, and Moira is left in utter shock.
Someone has to think on their feet, Paddy's news gets worse, and a body lies undiscovered.
A convoy of police vehicles head into the village and the officers want answers, while Ray's body is found.
Evidence is found and an arrest is made, while Laurel is struggling and the search for Bear continues.
Paddy is feeling desperately sad, while Jai is left worried and Joe is behaving furtively.
It is clear that many people are keeping secrets, while Jai is the subject of conversation and April is consoled by her family.
The first of three episodes offering different perspectives on the dramatic events that led to Ray's death, with each one focusing on a different suspect, beginning with Laurel. As Ray stands over his mother's dead body, Laurel is left reeling by the truth about him and rushes home, refusing to listen to the man she once loved and the monster he has been revealed to be.
The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Rhona's journey over the past two weeks. It shows her in despair over April's disappearance, while Marlon continues to spiral and she is home alone when a shadowy figure looms behind her.
The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Marlon's journey over the past two weeks. A despairing Marlon is convinced that Ray has April and is determined to get answers. Armed with a knife and murderous intent, he sets out to find him.
Ray prepares to dispose of the body and is left utterly broken, but his despair does not stop him from threatening Eve to ensure Paddy's silence.
In the shocking aftermath of Ray's death, the corpse has to be moved, but a slip-up means the body is driven away by an oblivious Jai.
Paddy receives news that gives him some hope, while Victoria is struggling and Arthur is hiding something.
Rhona has a surprise visitor, while Kim and Joe are floored and April shatters Arthur's illusions.
Joe is utterly overwhelmed, while Kim remains defiant and the police are called.
Marlon is stunned, while Ruby is shocked and Dawn makes a suggestion.
Rhona makes a heartfelt plea, while Kim is angry and Joe is frustrated.
Moira and Cain are arrested, while Caleb reveals some devastating information and Ruby is overwhelmed with guilt.
Cain is feeling nervous and is consumed by intrusive thoughts, while Moira makes a call.
Paddy tries to control the situation, while Cain visits Moira, and Gabby and Lydia are shocked.
Dylan confesses to April, while Victoria is overcome with guilt and Joe puts pressure on Robert.
Joe threatens Victoria, while April makes a suggestion and Sarah supports Cain.
Joe delivers an ultimatum, while Victoria visits Moira in prison and April tries to appeal to Bear.
Victoria is left mortified, while Cain warns Joe to stay away and Paddy tries to coach Bear.
Bear suffers from severe guilt, while Dylan is distressed and April struggles.
Bear confesses, while Cain has a bit of hope and Laurel is feeling guilty
Paddy is feeling stressed, while Laurel makes a decision and Cain is short-tempered.
Ruby confesses to Cain, while Bear is changed and Dawn has an announcement.
Sarah urges Cain to listen to reason, while Bear is determined and Joe encourages Graham.
Marlon is furious, while Paddy is determined to help his dad and Kammy and Ross play Cupid.
Joe wants to seek revenge on Cain, while Aaron reaches out to Bear, and Ross reckons he has a foolproof plan.
Kim persuades Joe to test Graham's loyalty, while a farm emergency worries Cain.
Ray's funeral causes concerns, while Vinny is worried about his love life and Kim orders Graham to leave.
Bear goes into a downward spiral due to his grief, while Arthur pushes Laurel too far.
There is a warning at work for Jacob, while Bear is in need of some help and Arthur is panicked.
Bear finds himself getting into further trouble, while Cain feels he is at the end of his tether and Arthur is fearful.
Sarah betrays Jacob's trust, while Jai and Kerry enjoy working together and the truth about Laurel's fall might finally be revealed.
Sarah accuses Cain of being a coward, while Gabby has her suspicions raised and Kerry taunts Jai in public.
Cain comes under severe pressure, while Graham advises him to sell up. There is a near miss for Jai and Kerry.
Sarah sets Cain straight, while Liam urges Cain to inform Moira, who then struggles with the news.
Cain needs to face up to what his future might hold, while Joe feels unappreciated and Kim is surprised when she pays a visit to Moira.
Rhona expresses her gratitude, but is spotted by Lydia, while Laurel confides in her friend Nicola.
Graham gives Rhona one last chance, while Arthur rejects Jai's offer of a job and Nicola is suspicious.
Paddy receives a bit of encouraging news, while Gabby gives Arthur a fresh strategy to try out.
Bear makes a huge revelation, while Graham works hard to keep Joe on side and Jacob is struggling at work.
Paddy and Dylan make a big confession, while the Dingles are suspicious of Joe Tate and Pollard plays detective.
Paddy and Dylan's nightmare deepens, while Laurel is asked for a favour and Kim is suspicious of Joe.
Dylan is struggling as his impending court date approaches, while Graham confronts Joe, and Mary gives Pollard some advice.
Isaac is upset that his dad has cancer, while Cain is preoccupied in his search for farmland and Pollard tests Kerry's loyalty.
Joe blackmails Robert and Aaron, Kim hires Ross, and Kerry is shocked.
Cain explodes with suppressed rage, Tracy is guilty, and Dawn questions Kim.
Charity is concerned, and when Cain has a fit of rage, she tries to reassure him.
Robert is accused, Joe is stunned, while Chas and Kim form an unlikely bond.
Cain is determined, while Matty delivers devastating news and Tracy is feeling heartbroken.
Kim may have been poisoned, while Paddy makes a mess of things and Graham's suspicions are aroused.
Cain feels he has been betrayed, while Joe is annoyed and Marlon is put out.
Paddy reaches his breaking point, while Jacob is determined and Marlon helps one of his friends.
Paddy goes into a downward spiral, while Marlon has an idea and also makes a discovery.
Marlon is devastated, while Cain is rocked and Kerry is riddled with guilt.
Rhona has a big decision to make, while Cain confides in Moira and Kerry is furious.
Cain is involved in an accident, while Jacob is left humiliated and Kerry confides in Jai.
Kyle finds Cain lying unconscious, while Kerry starts to have suspicions and Moira is concerned.
Kerry wades in, while Robert gets an idea and Pollard is left with food for thought.
Robert decides it is time to come clean, while Dawn is shocked and Kerry apologises.
Robert feels like he has been left with only one option, while Jacob is relieved, and Kyle goes missing.
Cain tries to convince Moira, while Sarah tries to comfort him, and new evidence is found.
Bear makes a careless admission, while Jacob is uncomfortable and Lewis is intrigued.
Todd manipulates Manpreet, while April is struggling and Paddy is left reeling.
Jacob is being manipulated, while Marlon supports April, and Lewis hatches a plan.
Lydia offers Moira time alone in the house and she looks forward to spending quality time with Cain, while Jacob tells Ross about being bullied by Dr Todd, and Belle is excited ahead of her date with Kammy.
It is the day of Sarah's baby shower, but Charity goes into labour and Jacob has a secret meeting with HR at the hospital.
Mack and Ross are trapped in the lift with Charity, whose panic mounts as her pain, contractions and desperation increase, while the villagers await news from the hospital.
Charity is at risk despite giving birth successfully, while Sarah and Jacob meet their baby and Dr Todd learns a secret.
Dylan plans to end things with April in the event that he gets sent down, while Moira struggles without her role on the farm and Robert is left feeling guilty about her situation.
Moira is aghast at Robert's confession, while Sarah and Jacob welcome their baby home and Paddy is forced to face his fears.
Moira takes action, while Aaron sticks his neck out and Mandy upsets Paddy.
Cain has to face his fears, while Moira opens up to Chas and Pollard has a word with Cain.
Dawn finds herself questioning everything, while Todd plays manipulative games and Paddy hopes Simo can help.
Paddy contemplates his future, while Dawn finds herself blindsided and Todd continues to be manipulative.
It is the day of the court hearing and Marlon encourages April to be brave, while Zara suggests putting Bear on the stand.
The court case continues with Bear giving his testimony, while Paddy is apprehensive.
Jacob finally comes clean to Sarah, while Dawn makes a confession to Moira, and Paddy is feeling anxious.
Sarah urges Jacob to stand up to his bully, while Joe makes a promise and Mandy is heartbroken over the closure of the salon.
Moira is still keeping the secret to herself, while Cain has worries and Vanessa comes to a realisation.
It is the morning of Cain's operation and Cain and Moira are each trying to be strong for each other, while Mary plays matchmaker and Jai inadvertently triggers a traumatic flashback for Bear.
Cain pretends he is in pain to avoid being discharged, while Todd and Vanessa arrange a date, and Bear's anxiety causes him to snap at Mandy and Kerry.
Todd blackmails Charity, while Sarah heads to hospital to confront Cain about his self-pity and Bob panics when he discovers he is a player short for the men's darts team.
Charity struggles to find the money to ensure Todd keeps her secret, while Cain wants revenge when Moira admits Robert planted the identity documents that got her arrested.
Robert investigates a noise in the barn while working on the farm and is attacked from behind and knocked unconscious, while Manpreet lets some news slip.
Moira and Dawn are left worried things are getting out of hand. Todd gives Charity one week to get the money. Robert and Aaron speculate on who's starting the fires.
Dawn is spiralling with deception. Sam wants a secret word with Ross. Aaron makes it clear that he suspects Joe is the arsonist.
Dawn is found unconscious at the bottom of the stairs. Desperate Charity offers her half of the pub to Kim. The search for the arsonist continues.
Aaron suspects Ross might be the arsonist, while Liam urges Cain to leave his pride at the door, and Joe is feeling troubled.
Joe makes a confession, while Kammy looks alarmed and Pollard encourages Cain to deal with his problems head on.
Cain is arrested. Belle worries she's overstepped. Gabby is thrilled to think Ross is flirting.
Moira berates Cain, while tensions are running high at the garage and Ross enjoys a small victory.
Cain worries about being away from a toilet when in public. Kammy makes a run for it. Laurel confronts Ross.
Aaron loses it, Kammy is taken away in a police car and Laurel fights her confusing attraction.
Gabby attempts to seduce Ross, but he rejects her advances, and Kerry agrees to look after Archie while Jai heads to Canada.
Laurel succumbs to her passion for Ross, while Kerry and Pollard present a united front and Sam is desperate for more dance lessons.
Ross is chuffed to contemplate another night with Laurel, while Kim's suspicions about Sam's behaviour continue to grow. Chas and Charity hatch a plan to burgle the Home Farm safe.
Liam gives Cain some advice, while Laurel is enjoying the thrill of her secret affair and Gabby looks into giving Hide a new healthy menu.
Kim is convinced Laurel is having an affair with Sam, while Todd gives Charity an ultimatum and Ross and Laurel are eager to plan another hook-up.
Charity desperately tries to find a way to pay off Todd, whose malicious nature resurfaces. Kim tells Lydia her suspicions about Sam.
Lydia's worst fears appear to be confirmed and she makes an accusation, while Kim spots that there is something between Ross and Laurel.
Laurel is feeling mortified, while Chas struggles to hold her tongue and Archie is left glowering.
Archie scams Caleb, while Gabby's healthy-eating obsession takes a darker turn and Graham urges Kyle to talk to Cain.
Kerry and Archie use 'AI Steph' to attempt another scam on Caleb, but are caught in the act when Pollard walks in on them. Manpreet checks in on Charity, who lies that her breakdown is postnatal depression. Cain tells Kyle he is proud of him, and asks to come to the army cadet swearing in ceremony.
At the hospital, Cain and Moira are told that although the surgery was successful, tests show it is highly likely the cancer has spread beyond the prostate, leaving them devastated not to have gotten the all clear. Caleb pressures a reluctant Billy into doing a pick-up for their illegal side hustle - and warns him to keep their scheme a secret from Jai.
Vinny surprises Lewis with a trip to Madeira but Lewis's anxiety with the spontaneity of the vacation causes him to pull out. However, after a few encouraging words from Ross, he decides to go after all and plans to catch Vinny at the airport - but as he rushes out to meet his taxi, a van screeches to a halt nearby.
Ross receives a concerning message, Charity and Cain bond over their shared struggles, and Jai is suspicious.
Charity is on the verge of a breakdown, Lewis's panic worsens, and Ross knocks Kev unconscious.
Caleb confronts Archie about scamming him but, panicking, Archie claims the scam was Kerry's idea. Sarah comes face to face with a newcomer.
Charity makes a confession, Robert becomes suspicious, while Claudette is thrilled.
Kev makes a declaration to a delightful Robert but causes a stir with Nicola, Leyla's christening goes ahead, Mack confides in someone surprising.
Serena offers words of support to a doubtful Charity whilst Mack confronts Dr. Todd.
Lydia shares her concerns about Kyle with Cain which prompts him to march up to Home Farm demanding answers, Aaron returns home and meets Serena, a detective shows up in the village to question Mack.
Mack struggles to see a way past Charity's deception, Kyle is desperate to hear the truth from Joe. Joe urges Graham to pick a side.
Monty the dog is in danger, while Mack is livid and there is a crisis of conscience as Kerry urges Caleb to do the right thing. Paddy arrives with bad news.
Kev tries to strike up a bond with Lewis, Cain has a decision to make, a mysterious figure robs the cafe.
Nicola suspects Kev is the robber but he maintains his innocence, Billy stumbles upon an upset Gabby at Home Farm, Moira makes it clear that she doesn't trust Serena.
Amid tensions Mack asks Ross to help him with a job on the farm, Gabby is irritated when Dawn asks her and Billy to delay telling the kids about their new relationship, and Moira warns Robert that Serena must never know the truth about John.
Charity and Chas begin to plot, Caleb has a request for Kerry, a surprise awaits one villager and Aaron remains distrustful.
DS Reid arrives to question Vanessa, disaster strikes for Robert leaving him in a vulnerable position and Aaron is suspicous that Serena may be involved.
A worried Mack turns to Vanessa for help, Lewis starts to fear he's made a mistake, Aaron and Chas make a shocking discovery.
Mack and Vanessa discuss their options, Nicola's happiness is shortlived.
Vanessa and Jacob team up, Charity isn't happy, Cain plans to get a second opinion, and Serena focuses her attention towards Ross.
Lewis is feeling overwhelmed, Cain continues to distance himself, Serena continues to string Ross along.
Cain's camping trip with Kyle takes a horrifying turn when he suffers a nasty accident, Moira confides in Rhona, and Dawn continues to look toward the future.
Kev is anxious as a new face turns up and Cain remains trapped.
Gabby has a medical check-up after collapsing, while Kev's mate Steve thinks the village is a gold mine.
Kev is keen to make a good impression, while Steve has plans up at Home Farm and Joe smells a rat.
Vinny's jealousy could be causing a problem, while Graham goes snooping around the depot and Billy and Dawn bond.
Serena is frustrated, while Ross walks in on something, but is not sure what, and Joe unsettles everyone by calling an impromptu family lunch.
A scheme is halted, while Claudette does a deal and there might be danger at the depot.
Claudette makes an admission, while Charles is flabbergasted, and Nicola worries her love life with Jimmy is becoming stale.
