Episode guide
Emmerdale: Series 26
157 episodes · premiered Jan 1, 1997
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- Episode 1: Episode 2147 (Wed 1st Jan 1997) Jan 1, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 2: Episode 2148 (Tue 2nd Jan 1997) Jan 2, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 3: Episode 2149 (Tue 7th Jan 1997) Jan 7, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 4: Episode 2150 (Wed 8th Jan 1997) Jan 8, 1997 · 25m Tom begins to regret recent events. Frank forgives an act of angry violence, and Roy learns some distressing home truths.
- Episode 5: Episode 2151 (Thu 9th Jan 1997) Jan 9, 1997 · 25m Frank lays down the law to Kim. Kelly attempts to save her love affair.
- Episode 6: Episode 2152 (Tue 14th Jan 1997) Jan 14, 1997 · 25m Zak unveils a token of his affection; Andy causes problems for the Sugdens; and Chris has a tempting proposal for Kim.
- Episode 7: Episode 2153 (Wed 15th Jan 1997) Jan 15, 1997 · 25m Linda ruins Biff's romantic plans. Kelly's heartbreak seems to be over, but there's a nasty shock for Chris.
- Episode 8: Episode 2154 (Thu 16th Jan 1997) Jan 16, 1997 · 25m Kelly is sick of keeping her love a secret. Kim tries to heal some old wounds. Kathy warns Jan about forthcoming events.
- Episode 9: Episode 2155 (Tue 21st Jan 1997) Jan 21, 1997 · 25m Chris ignores Kim's grief in his push for power. Kim tries to heal old wounds, while Kathy can't forgive and forget.
- Episode 10: Episode 2156 (Wed 22nd Jan 1997) Jan 22, 1997 · 25m 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 11: Episode 2157 (Thu 23rd Jan 1997) Jan 23, 1997 · 25m 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 12: Episode 2158 (Tue 28th Jan 1997) Jan 28, 1997 · 25m 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 13: Episode 2159 (Wed 29th Jan 1997) Jan 29, 1997 · 25m Butch and Marlon go ghost-hunting. Kelly gives the Windsors an ultimatum.
- Episode 14: Episode 2160 (Thu 30th Jan 1997) Jan 30, 1997 · 25m Andy gets into yet more trouble. Vic causes more bother for Tom, and Butch and Marlon meet an unexpected stranger.
- Episode 15: Episode 2161 (Tue 4th Feb 1997) Feb 4, 1997 · 25m 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 16: Episode 2162 (Wed 5th Feb 1997) Feb 5, 1997 · 25m Zak comes face to face with a love-rival. Terry celebrates an anniversary. Frank and Kim finally come to bitter blows.
- Episode 17: Episode 2163 (Thu 6th Feb 1997) Feb 6, 1997 · 25m Zak wins a precious prize. Kim's disappearance worries Sophie, while Kelly and Tom have an announcement to make.
- Episode 18: Episode 2164 (Tue 11th Feb 1997) Feb 11, 1997 · 25m Lisa lays down the law. Kelly finally forces Tom's hand. Eric makes a stunning confession to Steve.
- Episode 19: Episode 2165 (Wed 12th Feb 1997) Feb 12, 1997 · 25m Tom realises his bridges are burnt. Frank tries to sweet talk a local reporter. Chris puts increasing pressure on Linda.
- Episode 20: Episode 2166 (Thu 13th Feb 1997) Feb 13, 1997 · 25m A new arrival shocks the village. Chris takes out his anger on Biff. Frank faces disaster.
- Episode 21: Episode 2167 (Tue 18th Feb 1997) Feb 18, 1997 · 25m 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 22: Episode 2168 (Wed 19th Feb 1997) Feb 19, 1997 · 25m 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.
- Episode 23: Episode 2169 (Thu 20th Feb 1997) Feb 20, 1997 · 45m 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 24: Episode 2170 (Tue 25th Feb 1997) Feb 25, 1997 · 25m 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 25: Episode 2171 (Wed 26th Feb 1997) Feb 26, 1997 · 25m DI Cooke increases the pressure on Frank. Dee outwits Pollard, while Kelly is scared of losing Tom.
- Episode 26: Episode 2172 (Thu 27th Feb 1997) Feb 27, 1997 · 25m Butch trains to be an astronaut and Tom plans to leave Emmerdale.
- Episode 27: Episode 2173 (Tue 4th March 1997) Mar 4, 1997 · 25m A grim discovery is made in the quarry. Frank is confronted by personal tragedy.
- Episode 28: Episode 2174 (Wed 5th March 1997) Mar 5, 1997 · 25m Frank comes to terms with his loss. Biff and Linda enjoy an intimate evening.
- Episode 29: Episode 2175 (Thu 6th March 1997) Mar 6, 1997 · 25m 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 30: Episode 2176 (Tue 11th March 1997) Mar 11, 1997 · 25m Biff tries his luck at gambling. Mandy is attacked by Burger rivals, while Frank faces his worst nightmare yet.
- Episode 31: Episode 2177 (Wed 12th March 1997) Mar 12, 1997 · 25m Ned meets an old flame - Rebecca Cairns. Frank faces the wrath of the courts, while Vic makes a fool of himself with Kathy.
- Episode 32: Episode 2178 (Thu 13th March 1997) Mar 13, 1997 · 25m Tony Cairns discovers Roy in a compromising position. Pollard realises how desperate Dee has become, while Zoe takes over at Home Farm.
- Episode 33: Episode 2179 (Tue 18th March 1997) Mar 18, 1997 · 25m The Tates have to deal with more chaos at Home Farm, and Mandy faces another roadside attack.
- Episode 34: Episode 2180 (Thu 20th March 1997) Mar 20, 1997 · 25m Biff tastes the high life with Steve. Butch and Marlon dish out a violent revenge, while Terry enjoys a secret late night rendezvous.
- Episode 35: Episode 2181 (Tue 25th March 1997) Mar 25, 1997 · 25m 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 36: Episode 2182 (Wed 26th March 1997) Mar 26, 1997 · 25m 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 37: Episode 2183 (Thu 27th March 1997) Mar 27, 1997 · 25m Mandy is delighted by a new job opportunity. Jack threatens Zoe with the police. Terry forces Viv to make a decision.
- Episode 38: Episode 2184 (Mon 31st March 1997) Mar 31, 1997 · 25m The Dingles kidnap a burger rival. Kim's funeral causes more heartache for Frank. Biff and Linda make a shocking discovery.
- Episode 39: Episode 2185 (Tue 1st April 1997) Apr 1, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 40: Episode 2186 (Wed 2nd April 1997) Apr 2, 1997 · 25m The Dingles gain a new house-guest. Kim's will contains some surprises, while Linda hears a tearful confession.
- Episode 41: Episode 2187 (Thu 3rd April 1997) Apr 3, 1997 · 25m 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 42: Episode 2188 (Fri 4th April 1997) Apr 4, 1997 · 25m The Dingles venture into the transport business. Frank confronts Chris over his betrayal, while Tony attempts to take control of his family.
- Episode 43: Episode 2189 (Tue 8th April 1997) Apr 8, 1997 · 25m Frank lays down the law. Chris delivers Rachel a financial bombshell, while Linda helps Emma make a vital decision.
- Episode 44: Episode 2190 (Wed 9th April 1997) Apr 9, 1997 · 25m 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 45: Episode 2191 (Thu 10th April 1997) Apr 10, 1997 · 25m Rachel is worried by Steve's obsession with Home Farm. Marlon's driving terrifies Betty, while Chris is humiliated in the wine bar.
- Episode 46: Episode 2192 (Tue 15th April 1997) Apr 15, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 47: Episode 2193 (Wed 16th April 1997) Apr 16, 1997 · 25m Andy resorts to violence. Rachel faces determined and unwelcome visitors. Biff continues to hide his terrible secret.
- Episode 48: Episode 2194 (Thu 17th April 1997) Apr 17, 1997 · 25m 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 49: Episode 2195 (Tue 22nd April 1997) Apr 22, 1997 · 25m The Windsors are desperate to find Kelly. Tony loses his temper with the social workers.
- Episode 50: Episode 2196 (Thu 24th April 1997) Apr 24, 1997 · 25m 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 51: Episode 2197 (Tue 29th April 1997) Apr 29, 1997 · 25m A mistake by Rachel could cost thousands of pounds. Chris lashes out at Zoe. And Berry gives Biff a terrifying ultimatum.
- Episode 52: Episode 2198 (Wed 30th April 1997) Apr 30, 1997 · 25m Chris turns to Zoe for help. Andy's violent temper gets him in more trouble, while Dee learns some uncomfortable facts about Eric.
- Episode 53: Episode 2199 (Thu 1st May 1997) May 1, 1997 · 25m Biff confronts his mother. The Dingles prepare for a surprise visit, while Eric enjoys the happiest day of his life.
- Episode 54: Episode 2200 (Tue 6th May 1997) May 6, 1997 · 25m Alan is discovered after a night of agony. Jack takes the biggest chance of his life, while Steve turns his attentions to Zoe.
- Episode 55: Episode 2201 (Wed 7th May 1997) May 7, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 56: Episode 2202 (Thu 8th May 1997) May 8, 1997 · 25m Donna tells Vic about Viv's recent behaviour. Frank makes some changes at Home Farm, starting with Steve.
- Episode 57: Episode 2203 (Tue 13th May 1997) May 13, 1997 · 25m Linda promises Biff she'll stick by him no matter what.
- Episode 58: Episode 2204 (Wed 14th May 1997) May 14, 1997 · 25m 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 59: Episode 2205 (Thu 15th May 1997) May 15, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 60: Episode 2206 (Tue 20th May 1997) May 20, 1997 · 25m Zak and Albert have a wager about drinking.
- Episode 61: Episode 2207 (Wed 21st May 1997) May 21, 1997 · 25m The Sugdens make the Cairns an offer they can't refuse, and a mysterious visitor unsettles Kathy.
- Episode 62: Episode 2208 (Thu 22nd May 1997) May 22, 1997 · 45m 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 63: Episode 2209 (Tue 27th May 1997) May 27, 1997 · 25m Zoe has a terrible shock waiting for her at Home Farm.
- Episode 64: Episode 2210 (Thu 29th May 1997) May 29, 1997 · 25m Will has a word with Lyn about bullying his sister.
- Episode 65: Episode 2211 (Tue 3rd June 1997) Jun 3, 1997 · 25m The village mourns Frank Tate, and on the day of the funeral, Chris can't cope with his father's death.
- Episode 66: Episode 2212 (Wed 4th June 1997) Jun 4, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 67: Episode 2213 (Thu 5th June 1997) Jun 5, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 68: Episode 2214 (Tue 10th June 1997) Jun 10, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 69: Episode 2215 (Wed 11th June 1997) Jun 11, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 70: Episode 2216 (Thu 12th June 1997) Jun 12, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 71: Episode 2217 (Tue 17th June 1997) Jun 17, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 72: Episode 2218 (Wed 18th June 1997) Jun 18, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 73: Episode 2219 (Thu 19th June 1997) Jun 19, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 74: Episode 2220 (Tue 24th June 1997) Jun 24, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 75: Episode 2221 (Wed 25th June 1997) Jun 25, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 76: Episode 2222 (Thu 26th June 1997) Jun 26, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 77: Episode 2223 (Tue 1st July 1997) Jul 1, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 78: Episode 2224 (Wed 2nd July 1997) Jul 2, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 79: Episode 2225 (Thu 3rd July 1997) Jul 3, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 80: Episode 2226 (Tue 8th July 1997) Jul 8, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 81: Episode 2227 (Wed 9th July 1997) Jul 9, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 82: Episode 2228 (Thu 10th July 1997) Jul 10, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 83: Episode 2229 (Tue 15th July 1997) Jul 15, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 84: Episode 2230 (Wed 16th July 1997) Jul 16, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 85: Episode 2231 (Thu 17th July 1997) Jul 17, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 86: Episode 2232 (Tue 22nd July 1997) Jul 22, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 87: Episode 2233 (Wed 23rd July 1997) Jul 23, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 88: Episode 2234 (Thu 24th July 1997) Jul 24, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 89: Episode 2235 (Tue 29th July 1997) Jul 29, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 90: Episode 2236 (Wed 30th July 1997) Jul 30, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 91: Episode 2237 (Thu 31st July 1997) Jul 31, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 92: Episode 2238 (Tue 5th Aug 1997) Aug 5, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 93: Episode 2239 (Wed 6th Aug 1997) Aug 6, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 94: Episode 2240 (Thu 7th Aug 1997) Aug 7, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 95: Episode 2241 (Tue 12th Aug 1997) Aug 12, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 96: Episode 2242 (Wed 13th Aug 1997) Aug 13, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 97: Episode 2243 (Thu 14th Aug 1997) Aug 14, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 98: Episode 2244 (Tue 19th Aug 1997) Aug 19, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 99: Episode 2245 (Wed 20th Aug 1997) Aug 20, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 100: Episode 2246 (Thu 21st Aug 1997) Aug 21, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 101: Episode 2247 (Tue 26th Aug 1997) Aug 26, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 102: Episode 2248 (Wed 27th Aug 1997) Aug 27, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 103: Episode 2249 (Thu 28th Aug 1997) Aug 28, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 104: Episode 2250 (Tue 2nd Sept 1997) Sep 2, 1997 · 25m 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 105: Episode 2251 (Wed 3rd Sept 1997) Sep 3, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 106: Episode 2252 (Tue 4th Sept 1997) Sep 4, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 107: Episode 2253 (Tue 9th Sept 1997) Sep 9, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 108: Episode 2254 (Wed 10th Sept 1997) Sep 10, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 109: Episode 2255 (Thu 11th Sept 1997) Sep 11, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 110: Episode 2256 (Tue 16th Sept 1997) Sep 16, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 111: Episode 2257 (Thu 18th Sept 1997) Sep 18, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 112: Episode 2258 (Fri 19th Sept 1997) Sep 19, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 113: Episode 2259 (Tue 23rd Sept 1997) Sep 23, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 114: Episode 2260 (Wed 24th Sept 1997) Sep 24, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 115: Episode 2261 (Thu 25th Sept 1997) Sep 25, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 116: Episode 2262 (Tue 30th Sept 1997) Sep 30, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 117: Episode 2263 (Thu 2nd Oct 1997) Oct 2, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 118: Episode 2264 (Fri 3rd Oct 1997) Oct 3, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 119: Episode 2265 (Tue 7th Oct 1997) Oct 7, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 120: Episode 2266 (Wed 8th Oct 1997) Oct 8, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 121: Episode 2267 (Thu 9th Oct 1997) Oct 9, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 122: Episode 2268 (Tue 14th Oct 1997) Oct 14, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 123: Episode 2269 (Wed 15th Oct 1997) Oct 15, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 124: Episode 2270 (Thu 16th Oct 1997) Oct 16, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 125: Episode 2271 (Tue 21st Oct 1997) Oct 21, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 126: Episode 2272 (Wed 22nd Oct 1997) Oct 22, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 127: Episode 2273 (Thu 23rd Oct 1997) Oct 23, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 128: Episode 2274 (Tue 28th Oct 1997) Oct 28, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 129: Episode 2275 (Wed 29th Oct 1997) Oct 29, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 130: Episode 2276 (Thu 30th Oct 1997) Oct 30, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 131: Episode 2277 (Tue 4th Nov 1997) Nov 4, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 132: Episode 2278 (Wed 5th Nov 1997) Nov 5, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 133: Episode 2279 (Wed 6th Nov 1997) Nov 6, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 134: Episode 2280 (Tue 11th Nov 1997) Nov 11, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 135: Episode 2281 (Wed 12th Nov 1997) Nov 12, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 136: Episode 2282 (Thu 13th Nov 1997) Nov 13, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 137: Episode 2283 (Tue 18th Nov 1997) Nov 18, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 138: Episode 2284 (Wed 19th Nov 1997) Nov 19, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 139: Episode 2285 (Thu 20th Nov 1997) Nov 20, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 140: Episode 2286 (Tue 25th Nov 1997) Nov 25, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 141: Episode 2287 (Wed 26th Nov 1997) Nov 26, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 142: Episode 2288 (Thu 27th Nov 1997) Nov 27, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 143: Episode 2289 (Tue 2nd Dec 1997) Dec 2, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 144: Episode 2290 (Wed 3rd Dec 1997) Dec 3, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 145: Episode 2291 (Thu 4th Dec 1997) Dec 4, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 146: Episode 2292 (Tue 9th Dec 1997) Dec 9, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 147: Episode 2293 (Wed 10th Dec 1997) Dec 10, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 148: Episode 2294 (Thu 11th Dec 1997) Dec 11, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 149: Episode 2295 (Tue 16th Dec 1997) Dec 16, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 150: Episode 2296 (Wed 17th Dec 1997) Dec 17, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 151: Episode 2297 (Thu 18th Dec 1997) Dec 18, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 152: Episode 2298/2299 (Tue 23rd Dec 1997) Dec 23, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 153: Episode 2300 (Wed 24th Dec 1997) Dec 24, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 154: Episode 2301 (Thu 25th Dec 1997) Dec 25, 1997 · 25m 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…
- Episode 155: Episode 2302 (Fri 26th Dec 1997) Dec 26, 1997 · 25m 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 156: Episode 2303 (Tue 30th Dec 1997) Dec 30, 1997 · 25m 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 157: Episode 2304 (Wed 31st Dec 1997) Dec 31, 1997 · 25m 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.