Emmerdale: Series 26
Season 26 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 25.
- 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 26 Progress Shield
Episode 2147 (Wed 1st Jan 1997)
Jan 1, 1997 · 25 min
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 a
Episode 2148 (Tue 2nd Jan 1997)
Jan 2, 1997 · 25 min
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 soo
Episode 2149 (Tue 7th Jan 1997)
Jan 7, 1997 · 25 min
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 eac
Episode 2150 (Wed 8th Jan 1997)
Jan 8, 1997 · 25 min
Tom begins to regret recent events. Frank forgives an act of angry violence, and Roy learns some distressing home truths.
Episode 2151 (Thu 9th Jan 1997)
Jan 9, 1997 · 25 min
Frank lays down the law to Kim. Kelly attempts to save her love affair.
Episode 2152 (Tue 14th Jan 1997)
Jan 14, 1997 · 25 min
Zak unveils a token of his affection; Andy causes problems for the Sugdens; and Chris has a tempting proposal for Kim.
Episode 2153 (Wed 15th Jan 1997)
Jan 15, 1997 · 25 min
Linda ruins Biff's romantic plans. Kelly's heartbreak seems to be over, but there's a nasty shock for Chris.
Episode 2154 (Thu 16th Jan 1997)
Jan 16, 1997 · 25 min
Kelly is sick of keeping her love a secret. Kim tries to heal some old wounds. Kathy warns Jan about forthcoming events.
Episode 2155 (Tue 21st Jan 1997)
Jan 21, 1997 · 25 min
Chris ignores Kim's grief in his push for power. Kim tries to heal old wounds, while Kathy can't forgive and forget.
Episode 2156 (Wed 22nd Jan 1997)
Jan 22, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2157 (Thu 23rd Jan 1997)
Jan 23, 1997 · 25 min
Vic reacts violently to Betty's news of Kelly. Andy is terrified by Jack's criticisms, and Frank shatters Kim's dreams for James.
Episode 2158 (Tue 28th Jan 1997)
Jan 28, 1997 · 25 min
Frank's news shatters Kim's dreams. Tom is forced to face the consequences, while a terrified Kelly is left alone and in trouble.
Episode 2159 (Wed 29th Jan 1997)
Jan 29, 1997 · 25 min
Butch and Marlon go ghost-hunting. Kelly gives the Windsors an ultimatum.
Episode 2160 (Thu 30th Jan 1997)
Jan 30, 1997 · 25 min
Andy gets into yet more trouble. Vic causes more bother for Tom, and Butch and Marlon meet an unexpected stranger.
Episode 2161 (Tue 4th Feb 1997)
Feb 4, 1997 · 25 min
There's trouble at the Dingles when Mandy confronts Lisa. Jan is shocked by Kim's revelations. Terry finds Viv too much to handle.
Episode 2162 (Wed 5th Feb 1997)
Feb 5, 1997 · 25 min
Zak comes face to face with a love-rival. Terry celebrates an anniversary. Frank and Kim finally come to bitter blows.
Episode 2163 (Thu 6th Feb 1997)
Feb 6, 1997 · 25 min
Zak wins a precious prize. Kim's disappearance worries Sophie, while Kelly and Tom have an announcement to make.
Episode 2164 (Tue 11th Feb 1997)
Feb 11, 1997 · 25 min
Lisa lays down the law. Kelly finally forces Tom's hand. Eric makes a stunning confession to Steve.
Episode 2165 (Wed 12th Feb 1997)
Feb 12, 1997 · 25 min
Tom realises his bridges are burnt. Frank tries to sweet talk a local reporter. Chris puts increasing pressure on Linda.
Episode 2166 (Thu 13th Feb 1997)
Feb 13, 1997 · 25 min
A new arrival shocks the village. Chris takes out his anger on Biff. Frank faces disaster.
Episode 2167 (Tue 18th Feb 1997)
Feb 18, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2168 (Wed 19th Feb 1997)
Feb 19, 1997 · 25 min
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 Chr
Episode 2169 (Thu 20th Feb 1997)
Feb 20, 1997 · 45 min
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.
Episode 2170 (Tue 25th Feb 1997)
Feb 25, 1997 · 25 min
Dee is invited for a night out with the girls. The Glovers are made a tempting offer. Frank attempts to scare off the press.
Episode 2171 (Wed 26th Feb 1997)
Feb 26, 1997 · 25 min
DI Cooke increases the pressure on Frank. Dee outwits Pollard, while Kelly is scared of losing Tom.
Episode 2172 (Thu 27th Feb 1997)
Feb 27, 1997 · 25 min
Butch trains to be an astronaut and Tom plans to leave Emmerdale.
Episode 2173 (Tue 4th March 1997)
Mar 4, 1997 · 25 min
A grim discovery is made in the quarry. Frank is confronted by personal tragedy.
Episode 2174 (Wed 5th March 1997)
Mar 5, 1997 · 25 min
Frank comes to terms with his loss. Biff and Linda enjoy an intimate evening.
Episode 2175 (Thu 6th March 1997)
Mar 6, 1997 · 25 min
Zak is upset by the Dingles' new lodger. The police investigate a suspicious death, and is it the end of the road for Frank?
Episode 2176 (Tue 11th March 1997)
Mar 11, 1997 · 25 min
Biff tries his luck at gambling. Mandy is attacked by Burger rivals, while Frank faces his worst nightmare yet.
Episode 2177 (Wed 12th March 1997)
Mar 12, 1997 · 25 min
Ned meets an old flame - Rebecca Cairns. Frank faces the wrath of the courts, while Vic makes a fool of himself with Kathy.
Episode 2178 (Thu 13th March 1997)
Mar 13, 1997 · 25 min
Tony Cairns discovers Roy in a compromising position. Pollard realises how desperate Dee has become, while Zoe takes over at Home Farm.
Episode 2179 (Tue 18th March 1997)
Mar 18, 1997 · 25 min
The Tates have to deal with more chaos at Home Farm, and Mandy faces another roadside attack.
Episode 2180 (Thu 20th March 1997)
Mar 20, 1997 · 25 min
Biff tastes the high life with Steve. Butch and Marlon dish out a violent revenge, while Terry enjoys a secret late night rendezvous.
Episode 2181 (Tue 25th March 1997)
Mar 25, 1997 · 25 min
Eric warns a humiliated Vic about insulting Dee. Steve takes control at Home Farm, while Terry's absence leads to disaster at The Woolpack.
Episode 2182 (Wed 26th March 1997)
Mar 26, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2183 (Thu 27th March 1997)
Mar 27, 1997 · 25 min
Mandy is delighted by a new job opportunity. Jack threatens Zoe with the police. Terry forces Viv to make a decision.
Episode 2184 (Mon 31st March 1997)
Mar 31, 1997 · 25 min
The Dingles kidnap a burger rival. Kim's funeral causes more heartache for Frank. Biff and Linda make a shocking discovery.
Episode 2185 (Tue 1st April 1997)
Apr 1, 1997 · 25 min
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 fa
Episode 2186 (Wed 2nd April 1997)
Apr 2, 1997 · 25 min
The Dingles gain a new house-guest. Kim's will contains some surprises, while Linda hears a tearful confession.
Episode 2187 (Thu 3rd April 1997)
Apr 3, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2188 (Fri 4th April 1997)
Apr 4, 1997 · 25 min
The Dingles venture into the transport business. Frank confronts Chris over his betrayal, while Tony attempts to take control of his family.
Episode 2189 (Tue 8th April 1997)
Apr 8, 1997 · 25 min
Frank lays down the law. Chris delivers Rachel a financial bombshell, while Linda helps Emma make a vital decision.
Episode 2190 (Wed 9th April 1997)
Apr 9, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2191 (Thu 10th April 1997)
Apr 10, 1997 · 25 min
Rachel is worried by Steve's obsession with Home Farm. Marlon's driving terrifies Betty, while Chris is humiliated in the wine bar.
Episode 2192 (Tue 15th April 1997)
Apr 15, 1997 · 25 min
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 And
Episode 2193 (Wed 16th April 1997)
Apr 16, 1997 · 25 min
Andy resorts to violence. Rachel faces determined and unwelcome visitors. Biff continues to hide his terrible secret.
Episode 2194 (Thu 17th April 1997)
Apr 17, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2195 (Tue 22nd April 1997)
Apr 22, 1997 · 25 min
The Windsors are desperate to find Kelly. Tony loses his temper with the social workers.
Episode 2196 (Thu 24th April 1997)
Apr 24, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2197 (Tue 29th April 1997)
Apr 29, 1997 · 25 min
A mistake by Rachel could cost thousands of pounds. Chris lashes out at Zoe. And Berry gives Biff a terrifying ultimatum.
Episode 2198 (Wed 30th April 1997)
Apr 30, 1997 · 25 min
Chris turns to Zoe for help. Andy's violent temper gets him in more trouble, while Dee learns some uncomfortable facts about Eric.
Episode 2199 (Thu 1st May 1997)
May 1, 1997 · 25 min
Biff confronts his mother. The Dingles prepare for a surprise visit, while Eric enjoys the happiest day of his life.
Episode 2200 (Tue 6th May 1997)
May 6, 1997 · 25 min
Alan is discovered after a night of agony. Jack takes the biggest chance of his life, while Steve turns his attentions to Zoe.
Episode 2201 (Wed 7th May 1997)
May 7, 1997 · 25 min
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. Bif
Episode 2202 (Thu 8th May 1997)
May 8, 1997 · 25 min
Donna tells Vic about Viv's recent behaviour. Frank makes some changes at Home Farm, starting with Steve.
Episode 2203 (Tue 13th May 1997)
May 13, 1997 · 25 min
Linda promises Biff she'll stick by him no matter what.
Episode 2204 (Wed 14th May 1997)
May 14, 1997 · 25 min
Zak plans to ruin the bus service. Biff and Linda go for a counselling session, but Biff loses his temper after hearing her news.
Episode 2205 (Thu 15th May 1997)
May 15, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2206 (Tue 20th May 1997)
May 20, 1997 · 25 min
Zak and Albert have a wager about drinking.
Episode 2207 (Wed 21st May 1997)
May 21, 1997 · 25 min
The Sugdens make the Cairns an offer they can't refuse, and a mysterious visitor unsettles Kathy.
Episode 2208 (Thu 22nd May 1997)
May 22, 1997 · 45 min
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.
Episode 2209 (Tue 27th May 1997)
May 27, 1997 · 25 min
Zoe has a terrible shock waiting for her at Home Farm.
Episode 2210 (Thu 29th May 1997)
May 29, 1997 · 25 min
Will has a word with Lyn about bullying his sister.
Episode 2211 (Tue 3rd June 1997)
Jun 3, 1997 · 25 min
The village mourns Frank Tate, and on the day of the funeral, Chris can't cope with his father's death.
Episode 2212 (Wed 4th June 1997)
Jun 4, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2213 (Thu 5th June 1997)
Jun 5, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2214 (Tue 10th June 1997)
Jun 10, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2215 (Wed 11th June 1997)
Jun 11, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2216 (Thu 12th June 1997)
Jun 12, 1997 · 25 min
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 becau
Episode 2217 (Tue 17th June 1997)
Jun 17, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2218 (Wed 18th June 1997)
Jun 18, 1997 · 25 min
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 e
Episode 2219 (Thu 19th June 1997)
Jun 19, 1997 · 25 min
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 Sug
Episode 2220 (Tue 24th June 1997)
Jun 24, 1997 · 25 min
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. K
Episode 2221 (Wed 25th June 1997)
Jun 25, 1997 · 25 min
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 i
Episode 2222 (Thu 26th June 1997)
Jun 26, 1997 · 25 min
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 m
Episode 2223 (Tue 1st July 1997)
Jul 1, 1997 · 25 min
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 t
Episode 2224 (Wed 2nd July 1997)
Jul 2, 1997 · 25 min
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-
Episode 2225 (Thu 3rd July 1997)
Jul 3, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2226 (Tue 8th July 1997)
Jul 8, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2227 (Wed 9th July 1997)
Jul 9, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2228 (Thu 10th July 1997)
Jul 10, 1997 · 25 min
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 an
Episode 2229 (Tue 15th July 1997)
Jul 15, 1997 · 25 min
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 An
Episode 2230 (Wed 16th July 1997)
Jul 16, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2231 (Thu 17th July 1997)
Jul 17, 1997 · 25 min
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 Ding
Episode 2232 (Tue 22nd July 1997)
Jul 22, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2233 (Wed 23rd July 1997)
Jul 23, 1997 · 25 min
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? Villag
Episode 2234 (Thu 24th July 1997)
Jul 24, 1997 · 25 min
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 forgot
Episode 2235 (Tue 29th July 1997)
Jul 29, 1997 · 25 min
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 w
Episode 2236 (Wed 30th July 1997)
Jul 30, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2237 (Thu 31st July 1997)
Jul 31, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2238 (Tue 5th Aug 1997)
Aug 5, 1997 · 25 min
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 ta
Episode 2239 (Wed 6th Aug 1997)
Aug 6, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2240 (Thu 7th Aug 1997)
Aug 7, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2241 (Tue 12th Aug 1997)
Aug 12, 1997 · 25 min
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. Dur
Episode 2242 (Wed 13th Aug 1997)
Aug 13, 1997 · 25 min
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 Sar
Episode 2243 (Thu 14th Aug 1997)
Aug 14, 1997 · 25 min
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,
Episode 2244 (Tue 19th Aug 1997)
Aug 19, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2245 (Wed 20th Aug 1997)
Aug 20, 1997 · 25 min
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 an
Episode 2246 (Thu 21st Aug 1997)
Aug 21, 1997 · 25 min
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'l
Episode 2247 (Tue 26th Aug 1997)
Aug 26, 1997 · 25 min
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 i
Episode 2248 (Wed 27th Aug 1997)
Aug 27, 1997 · 25 min
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 t
Episode 2249 (Thu 28th Aug 1997)
Aug 28, 1997 · 25 min
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 w
Episode 2250 (Tue 2nd Sept 1997)
Sep 2, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2251 (Wed 3rd Sept 1997)
Sep 3, 1997 · 25 min
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 oth
Episode 2252 (Tue 4th Sept 1997)
Sep 4, 1997 · 25 min
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 m
Episode 2253 (Tue 9th Sept 1997)
Sep 9, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2254 (Wed 10th Sept 1997)
Sep 10, 1997 · 25 min
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 re
Episode 2255 (Thu 11th Sept 1997)
Sep 11, 1997 · 25 min
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 honey
Episode 2256 (Tue 16th Sept 1997)
Sep 16, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2257 (Thu 18th Sept 1997)
Sep 18, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2258 (Fri 19th Sept 1997)
Sep 19, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2259 (Tue 23rd Sept 1997)
Sep 23, 1997 · 25 min
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 cou
Episode 2260 (Wed 24th Sept 1997)
Sep 24, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2261 (Thu 25th Sept 1997)
Sep 25, 1997 · 25 min
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 exa
Episode 2262 (Tue 30th Sept 1997)
Sep 30, 1997 · 25 min
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 gr
Episode 2263 (Thu 2nd Oct 1997)
Oct 2, 1997 · 25 min
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 u
Episode 2264 (Fri 3rd Oct 1997)
Oct 3, 1997 · 25 min
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 a
Episode 2265 (Tue 7th Oct 1997)
Oct 7, 1997 · 25 min
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 docto
Episode 2266 (Wed 8th Oct 1997)
Oct 8, 1997 · 25 min
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 join
Episode 2267 (Thu 9th Oct 1997)
Oct 9, 1997 · 25 min
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 selli
Episode 2268 (Tue 14th Oct 1997)
Oct 14, 1997 · 25 min
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. Kath
Episode 2269 (Wed 15th Oct 1997)
Oct 15, 1997 · 25 min
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 polic
Episode 2270 (Thu 16th Oct 1997)
Oct 16, 1997 · 25 min
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 a
Episode 2271 (Tue 21st Oct 1997)
Oct 21, 1997 · 25 min
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. Lind
Episode 2272 (Wed 22nd Oct 1997)
Oct 22, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2273 (Thu 23rd Oct 1997)
Oct 23, 1997 · 25 min
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 b
Episode 2274 (Tue 28th Oct 1997)
Oct 28, 1997 · 25 min
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 charg
Episode 2275 (Wed 29th Oct 1997)
Oct 29, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2276 (Thu 30th Oct 1997)
Oct 30, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2277 (Tue 4th Nov 1997)
Nov 4, 1997 · 25 min
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 to
Episode 2278 (Wed 5th Nov 1997)
Nov 5, 1997 · 25 min
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 mor
Episode 2279 (Wed 6th Nov 1997)
Nov 6, 1997 · 25 min
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 bu
Episode 2280 (Tue 11th Nov 1997)
Nov 11, 1997 · 25 min
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 somewh
Episode 2281 (Wed 12th Nov 1997)
Nov 12, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2282 (Thu 13th Nov 1997)
Nov 13, 1997 · 25 min
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 suffer
Episode 2283 (Tue 18th Nov 1997)
Nov 18, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2284 (Wed 19th Nov 1997)
Nov 19, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2285 (Thu 20th Nov 1997)
Nov 20, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2286 (Tue 25th Nov 1997)
Nov 25, 1997 · 25 min
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 he
Episode 2287 (Wed 26th Nov 1997)
Nov 26, 1997 · 25 min
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 h
Episode 2288 (Thu 27th Nov 1997)
Nov 27, 1997 · 25 min
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 prev
Episode 2289 (Tue 2nd Dec 1997)
Dec 2, 1997 · 25 min
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 m
Episode 2290 (Wed 3rd Dec 1997)
Dec 3, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2291 (Thu 4th Dec 1997)
Dec 4, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2292 (Tue 9th Dec 1997)
Dec 9, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2293 (Wed 10th Dec 1997)
Dec 10, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2294 (Thu 11th Dec 1997)
Dec 11, 1997 · 25 min
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 Stev
Episode 2295 (Tue 16th Dec 1997)
Dec 16, 1997 · 25 min
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 arri
Episode 2296 (Wed 17th Dec 1997)
Dec 17, 1997 · 25 min
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 invo
Episode 2297 (Thu 18th Dec 1997)
Dec 18, 1997 · 25 min
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 th
Episode 2298/2299 (Tue 23rd Dec 1997)
Dec 23, 1997 · 25 min
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
Episode 2300 (Wed 24th Dec 1997)
Dec 24, 1997 · 25 min
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 d
Episode 2301 (Thu 25th Dec 1997)
Dec 25, 1997 · 25 min
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 s
Episode 2302 (Fri 26th Dec 1997)
Dec 26, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2303 (Tue 30th Dec 1997)
Dec 30, 1997 · 25 min
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.
Episode 2304 (Wed 31st Dec 1997)
Dec 31, 1997 · 25 min
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.