Emmerdale: Series 14
Season 14 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Emmerdale Season 13.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 14 Progress Shield
Episode 919 (Tue 8th Jan 1985)
Jan 8, 1985
Can Joe Sugden stop brother Jack from wrecking the family?
Episode 920 (Thu 10th Jan 1985)
Jan 10, 1985
The Woolpack has a new attraction - and Amos is trying to get rid of her!
Episode 921 (Tue 15th Jan 1985)
Jan 15, 1985
Pat can't bring herself to leave the farm, but Annie is running out of patience with Jack.
Episode 922 (Thu 17th Jan 1985)
Jan 17, 1985
Jackie is thinking about marriage - or so he says.
Episode 923 (Tue 22nd Jan 1985)
Jan 22, 1985
Jack claims his affair with Karen is over - can Pat trust him anymore?
Episode 924 (Thu 24th Jan 1985)
Jan 24, 1985
Joe is leaving for France again, and Annie must face the family crisis without him.
Episode 925 (Tue 29th Jan 1985)
Jan 29, 1985
Henry returns from abroad - can Amos get Doreen out of The Woolpack in time?
Episode 926 (Thu 31st Jan 1985)
Jan 31, 1985
As Alan plans a banquet at NY Estates, Caroline discovers she's already had enough!
Episode 927 (Tue 5th Feb 1985)
Feb 5, 1985
Amos is determined to become president of the Horticultural Society. Seth is determined to stop him!
Episode 928 (Thu 7th Feb 1985)
Feb 7, 1985
Will Jackie settle down with Alison? Their families believe a wedding may be in the air.
Episode 929 (Tue 12th Feb 1985)
Feb 12, 1985
Sandie wants to quit her job at the market. Can Karen persuade her to stay?
Episode 930 (Thu 14th Feb 1985)
Feb 14, 1985
It's Valentine's Day, but Jack and Jackie find themselves in a lot of trouble.
Episode 931 (Tue 19th Feb 1985)
Feb 19, 1985
Jack and Jackie have fallen out. Can Jack put things right between them?
Episode 932 (Thu 21st Feb 1985)
Feb 21, 1985
The contest for president of the Horticultural Society comes to a head. Amos and Seth have reckoned without a dark horse in the race!
Episode 933 (Tue 26th Feb 1985)
Feb 26, 1985
Can Henry straighten out the farm's finances? First he must take Jack on.
Episode 934 (Thu 28th Feb 1985)
Feb 28, 1985
Tom comes out of Armley Jail. It seems he has no plans to leave Beckindale.
Episode 935 (Tue 5th March 1985)
Mar 5, 1985
Tom visits Emmerdale Farm. Why is he so keen to see Pat?
Episode 936 (Thu 7th March 1985)
Mar 7, 1985
Jackie and Alison are falling out. Has Jackie started to deceive her?
Episode 937 (Tue 12th March 1985)
Mar 12, 1985
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 up
Episode 938 (Thu 14th March 1985)
Mar 14, 1985
Walter returns to The Woolpack, and Amos has a surprise waiting for him. But Seth has a surprise for them both!
Episode 939 (Tue 19th March 1985)
Mar 19, 1984
Jackie wants to leave Alison, but has he got the courage to tell her?
Episode 940 (Thu 21st March 1985)
Mar 21, 1985
Donald is struggling to raise money for the church. Amos is convinced he can raise more than Henry!
Episode 941 (Tue 26th March 1985)
Mar 26, 1985
Alan is trying to break into local politics: Seth is trying to stop him.
Episode 942 (Thu 28th March 1985)
Mar 28, 1985
Jackie is in trouble with Jack over money again! Will Matt help him out?
Episode 943 (Tue 2nd April 1985)
Apr 2, 1985
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.
Episode 944 (Thu 4th April 1985)
Apr 4, 1985
The village has cast its votes for a new councillor. Alan thinks he's sure to defeat Seth.
Episode 945 (Tue 9th April 1985)
Apr 9, 1985
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.
Episode 946 (Thu 11th April 1985)
Apr 11, 1985
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.
Episode 947 (Tue 16th April 1985)
Apr 16, 1985
A night out at a party brings disaster to Jackie on his motorbike when he meets Alan driving at speed around a blind corner.
Episode 948 (Thu 18th April 1985)
Apr 18, 1985
Jackie is fighting for his life - all the family can do is wait.
Episode 949 (Tue 23rd April 1985)
Apr 23, 1985
Seth opens the NY Estates Social Club, but Alan isn't very welcome there.
Episode 950 (Thu 25th April 1985
Apr 25, 1985
Has Tom outstayed his welcome at Emmerdale Farm? Jack certainly thinks so.
Episode 951 (Tue 30th April 1985)
Apr 30, 1985
It's time for Alan to make his peace with the Sugdens. Can Jack and Pat forgive and forget?
Episode 952 (Thu 2nd May 1985)
May 2, 1985
Henry has plans to bring The Woolpack up to date - but it's a struggle to convince Amos they'll work.
Episode 953 (Tue 7th May 1985)
May 7, 1985
Can Emmerdale Farm raise enough cash to buy more stock? Jack believes he has the answer.
Episode 955 (Tue 14th May 1985)
May 14, 1985
It's war between The Woolpack and Seth's social club and Amos has a secret weapon!
Episode 956 (Thu 16th May 1985)
May 16, 1985
Jackie faces his final operation with memories of the last one uppermost in his mind.
Episode 957 (Tue 21st May 1985)
May 21, 1985
It's market day and Emmerdale Farm and NY Estates are set for another confrontation. Will Alan triumph again?
Episode 958 (Thu 23rd May 1985)
May 23, 1985
Seth has engaged a special attraction for the Social Club. But not everything comes off as planned!
Episode 959 (Tue 28th May 1985)
May 28, 1985
Amos has a terrifying new hobby. All he has to do now is persuade Henry it's a good idea.
Episode 960 (Thu 30th May 1985)
May 30, 1985
When Alan finds Seth a new assistant, he gets nothing but trouble in return.
Episode 961 (Tue 4th June 1985)
Jun 4, 1985
Jackie disobeys doctor's orders - and it's not only Jackie who gets into trouble.
Episode 962 (Thu 6th June 1985)
Jun 6, 1985
A day out in the country turns sour for Dolly. Matt fears the worst for his son.
Episode 963 (Tue 11th June 1985)
Jun 11, 1985
Alan's day trip with the workforce turns into a shambles, but only Seth could make matters worse.
Episode 964 (Thu 13th June 1985)
Jun 13, 1985
When Amos turns bee-keeper, his first crop of honey comes to a sticky end!
Episode 965 (Tue 18th June 1985)
Jun 18, 1985
There's anarchy in Beckindale when Seth's donkey gets loose. Turner has decided the time has come for extreme measures!
Episode 966 (Thu 20th June 1985)
Jun 20, 1985
The family celebrates Jackie's homecoming but he soon discovers that his troubles are far from over.
Episode 967 (Tue 25th June 1985)
Jun 25, 1985
Alan is determined to take over the village fete. Dolly is determined to stop him.
Episode 968 (Thu 27th June 1985)
Jun 27, 1985
When Amos's new hobby gets out of hand, there's a sting in the tail for Seth!
Episode 969 (Tue 2nd July 1985)
Jul 2, 1985
Has Jackie given up the struggle to get better? Annie is determined he won't.
Episode 970 (Thu 4th July 1985)
Jul 4, 1985
Everyone in Beckindale seems to hate Terence. Sandie isn't so sure she does.
Episode 971 (Tue 9th July 1985)
Jul 9, 1985
Reverend Hinton has everything planned for the village fete. But he's reckoned without Amos and Seth!
Episode 972 (Thu 11th July 1985)
Jul 11, 1985
If Alan can't find some money fast, he may find he's looking for a new job.
Episode 973 (Tue 16th July 1985)
Jul 16, 1985
Donald has promised to keep Alan's secret. Amos is determined to reveal it.
Episode 974 (Thu 18th July 1985)
Jul 18, 1985
Dolly and Sandie have fallen out. When tempers flare at The Woolpack, it seems Dolly has gone too far.
Episode 975 (Tue 23rd July 1985)
Jul 23, 1985
When Alan brings sad tidings of Donald, Amos thinks it's down to him to save the vicar!
Episode 976 (Thu 25th July 1985)
Jul 25, 1985
Jackie is determined to do well at the Connelton dog trials. Has Jack ruined his chances?
Episode 977 (Tue 30th July 1985)
Jul 30, 1985
Matt and Dolly have their holiday booked. Will pressures at Emmerdale Farm get in their way?
Episode 978 (Thu 1st Aug 1985)
Aug 1, 1985
Alan's day turns sour when he offers Jack a helping hand.
Episode 979 (Tue 6th Aug 1985)
Aug 6, 1975
It's the day of the Charity Concert at The Woolpack and Seth has a score to settle with Amos!
Episode 980 (Tue 3rd Sept 1985)
Sep 3, 1985
Karen has business in Beckindale. Can Jack forget the past?
Episode 981 (Thu 5th Sept 1985)
Sep 5, 1985
There's land for sale near Emmerdale Farm. Jack is determined to get his hands on it - so is Alan.
Episode 982 (Tue 10th Sept 1985)
Sep 10, 1985
The Sugdens have fallen out with Harry. Will the arguments get out of hand?
Episode 983 (Thu 12th Sept 1985)
Sep 12, 1985
Pat and Sandie are at loggerheads. Has Sandie had enough of life at Emmerdale Farm?
Episode 984 (Tue 17th Sept 1985)
Sep 17, 1985
Amos has a new line in catering at The Woolpack. Henry doubts that their customers will swallow it!
Episode 985 (Thu 19th Sept 1985)
Sep 19, 1985
It's the day of the auction at The Woolpack. Pat can't avoid Karen any longer.
Episode 986 (Tue 24th Sept 1985)
Sep 24, 1985
Jack and Alan open the bidding at the auction. Who will get the land?
Episode 987 (Thu 26th Sept 1985)
Sep 26, 1985
When disease threatens Emmerdale's livestock, Matt reckons Harry has a lot to answer for.
Episode 988 (Tue 1st Oct 1985)
Oct 1, 1985
Dolly has some news for Matt, but a quiet evening in the village turns sour for them both.
Episode 989 (Thu 3rd Oct 1985)
Oct 3, 1985
There's a shock in store for Henry - Amos has turned electrician!
Episode 990 (Tue 8th Oct 1985)
Oct 8, 1985
Money is missing from Home Farm office. Alan suspects Caroline.
Episode 991 (Thu 10th Oct 1985)
Oct 10, 1985
Matt and Dolly are hoping for another child. Will their hopes be confirmed?
Episode 992 (Tue 15th Oct 1985)
Oct 15, 1985
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.
Episode 993 (Thu 17th Oct 1985)
Oct 17, 1985
Jackie has marriage plans. Will Sita say yes?
Episode 994 (Tue 22nd Oct 1985)
Oct 22, 1985
Jackie and Sita have decided to marry. How will the family take the news?
Episode 995 (Thu 24th Oct 1985)
Oct 24, 1985
Jack has left harvesting very late. Has he taken one risk too many?
Episode 996 (Tue 29th Oct 1985)
Oct 29, 1985
Jack wants a row with Harry, but Harry has plans of his own in hand.
Episode 997 (Thu 31st Oct 1985)
Oct 31, 1985
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.
Episode 998 (Tue 5th Nov 1985)
Nov 5, 1985
Sandie faces a dilemma when the police make enquiries at Emmerdale Farm
Episode 999 (Thu 7th Nov 1985)
Nov 7, 1985
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!
Episode 1000 (Tue 12th Nov 1985)
Nov 12, 1985
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...
Episode 1001 (Thu 14th Nov 1985)
Nov 14, 1985
Dolly is expecting an addition to the family, but it seems there may be problems ahead.
Episode 1002 (Tue 19th Nov 1985)
Nov 19, 1985
Jackie has made his wedding plans, but is Sita so sure she'll be a part of them?
Episode 1003 (Thu 21st Nov 1985)
Nov 21, 1985
Harry seems to have money to burn. Jackie is determined to find out where it comes from.
Episode 1004 (Tue 26th Nov 1985)
Nov 26, 1985
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.
Episode 1005 (Thu 28th Nov 1985)
Nov 28, 1985
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 mis
Episode 1006 (Tue 3rd Dec 1985)
Dec 3, 1985
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
Episode 1007 (Thu 5th Dec 1985)
Dec 5, 1985
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.
Episode 1008 (Tue 10th Dec 1985)
Dec 10, 1985
Terence is rejected by both Kathy and Sandie, whilst Harry offends Sita, and Jackie is desperate to have it out with him.
Episode 1009 (Thu 12th Dec 1985)
Dec 12, 1985
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.
Episode 1010 (Tue 17th Dec 1985)
Dec 17, 1985
Alan is looking forward to Christmas, but Terence has plans of his own.
Episode 1011 (Thu 19th Dec 1985)
Dec 19, 1985
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.