Seasons & episodes

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.

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.

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.