There?s controversy at the summer fete, and Alan finds himself in trouble.

Writer: Shaun McKenna Director: Marina Caldarone Editor: Jeremy Howe

Brian Aldridge ? Charles Collingwood Jolene Archer ? Buffy Davis Kenton Archer ? Richard Attlee Harrison Burns ? James Cartwright Neil Carter ? Brian Hewlett Amber Gordon ? Olivia Bernstone Ed Grundy ? Barry Farrimond Eddie Grundy ? Trevor Harrison George Grundy ? Angus Stobie Keira Grundy ? Mollie Kruczek Bert Horrobin ? David Sterne Brad Horrobin ? Taylor Uttley Joy Horville ? Jackie Lye Jazzer McCreary ? Ryan Kelly Fallon Rogers ? Joanna Van Kampen

One resident faces an emergency dash, and Brad is keen to help.

When Eddie visits Ed at Home Farm, he deliberately puts Ed in a difficult position by letting Brian know about Ed?s tree surgery job for Martyn Gibson. Ed comes clean ? that he?s been well paid on the understanding that he tells Martyn how things are going at Home Farm. Martyn wants to see if the BL contract is under control. Brian is furious and feels betrayed by Ed. However, Eddie hatches a plan with Brian. Ed should keep supplying Martyn with information ? but only information authorised by Brian. Ed?s sceptical as he?s a terrible liar. Brian retorts that Ed owes it to him, even if it makes him uncomfortable. It?s payback.

Chelsea is making final plans for her hairdressing venture launch ahead of the fete, including an introductory offer. Entering the horsebox, she?s horrified to find it ransacked and her hairdressing bag of equipment missing. Everything she needs to launch the business has been taken, including her hairdryer. Later, when Harrison helps her retrace her steps, she reveals that although she visited a DIY store the day before, she couldn?t fully remember locking up outside the house last night. She blames herself, knowing that she?s probably made an insurance claim invalid. Harrison reassures her, telling her ways to make the horse box and contents more secure in the future. Jazzer encourages her to get help from family ? for example borrowing her mum?s quality dryer. Distraught, Chelsea realises it will take her ages to get the funds for replacement equipment but is determined that it?s her problem to fix.

As Keira helps Eddie prepare cider bottles, they discuss the forthcoming ?fete worse than death.? Eddie is put out by the cost of putting the ferrets into the pet competition, on top of the £5 entry fee. Keira loves being part of the process of cider making and adores traditions. Perhaps they could wassail in January and sing to the apple trees? Eddie entertains her with stories of the kissing boughs he made in his youth and his first kiss. Although it?s too late now to grow something for the Flower and Produce Show, perhaps Keira could make a Cider Cake and fly the Grundy flag? These craft skills are passed down through the generations and soon they?ll be celebrating the next Grundy.

Bert grumpily thanks Neil for making him lunch, saying he?s only bad-tempered because his toenails are too long ? Jazzer would normally cut them - could Neil? Calling on Jazzer, Neil is advised to watch more telly with Bert and bond over war films. Speaking of the foot care, reading aloud and special purchases for Bert, Jazzer is amazed. He?s never done them, Neil?s been had! Returning home, Neil makes Bert uncomfortable by suggesting a vulnerable heart to heart chat. Neil also welcomes Jazzer for a toe-clipping session, with the kitchen scissors. Bert?s been rumbled and apologises. Neil and Jazzer insist they?ll take Bert to The Bull, but the drinks are on him.

Neil is caring for a demanding Bert, who is rejecting salad and insisting that Jazzer would have done him some chips. Bert nags Neil to fetch him some special salty liquorice he knows Underwoods sell. Later, Neil acknowledges he can?t be there for Bert as much as Jazzer was at Tracy?s, but that he?ll try ? and reveals he?s bought the liquorice. Bert tries it and can?t stand it ? insisting that Jazzer would never make him eat it!

As Ed and Eddie plan a surprise roast dinner for Emma?s upcoming birthday, Neil calls in. Eddie unwittingly reveals that Ed has done some tree surgery for Martyn Gibson. Astonished, Neil asks if this is a bribe - is Ed spying on Brian for BL? Ed insists he?s not ? it?s just good money, and he?s not told Martyn anything? well not much. And it?s all been to reassure Martyn so there?s no problem. Martyn can?t make him tell him anymore, and Brian won?t find out.

Kenton suggests a curry night to Harrison to chat, and wonders if he?d consider couples? counselling, as there?s a woman recommended in Borsetshire. Harrison says he?ll ask Fallon. At the pub, Kenton cajoles Fallon into joining Harrison for a drink and they both receive a phone message ? a consent form for a counselling session. They both don?t want to go, and Kenton protests that it?s non-refundable. Fallon and Harrison reflect on the fact that they no longer want to fight for their marriage, but acknowledge that the years they did have, they don?t regret.

Both Jolene and Kenton appear evasive to Fallon, who wants to discuss arrangements for her replacement when she leaves The Bull. Eventually cornering her mum, Fallon pushes that her replacement needs sorting, and that the Cruck Barn job at Lower Loxley is an amazing opportunity. Jolene can?t see why she wants to leave an award-winning pub where she?s been central to its success. Fallon disagrees ? this is a chance for her to re-boot and create something new.

Confiding in Joy, Jolene shares that she finds Fallon?s move hasty and a bit selfish, being from a pub family where they all work together. Joy points out that Jolene?s always taken opportunities in her career and Fallon?s no different ? she needs to let Fallon find her own way.

Jazzer and Ed are discussing the Fallon and Harrison split and propose a night out to Fallon who says she?s too tired. When Kenton cautions drinking ahead of work on a Monday, Fallon rebuffs him by agreeing to go. Returning later, a tipsy Fallon wants a night cap, but Kenton pushes coffee for all three of them, who?ve been to a few pubs. Unimpressed, Kenton is protective and suggests to Ed that a night out with two blokes so soon after her marriage break-up was not a good move. Jazzer reminds Kenton that the three of them have been mates for decades and it?s exactly what she needed. Kenton disagrees ? Fallon is vulnerable and she?s family and even old friends aren?t going to stop him looking out for her.

Chris is already back in his flat and Neil wonders why Susan isn?t angry with her Dad. As Susan continues looking after Bert, Neil apologises and Susan explains that it?s the least she can do. Susan also notes how awful Bert?s own father was, explaining some of Bert?s behaviour and attitudes. Susan knew Bert loved his children because he wasn?t like his dad. Neil suggests that Susan explains this to Chris. Harrison reminds Fallon that Woodbine Cottage is still her home. Now she?s back from Lynda and Robert?s, Harrison is keen to let Fallon settle, and has moved some things to the spare room. Alan discusses fete woes with Jolene, who stops Harrison to hug him and remind him he?s still part of the family and no one is taking sides. Alan walks with Harrison and also lends an ear. Harrison feels he should have tried harder to save his relationship, but Alan urges him to stop blaming himself ? he and Fallon now just need to be kind to each other. Fallon is standoffish with Jolene, who?s still sceptical about the new Lower Loxley job and tries to persuade Fallon to stay at the Bull. But Fallon points out that her break-up hasn?t happened suddenly, and now she?s finally ready to take control. Fallon?s touched when Harrison supports her decision about working at Lower Loxley. Harrison is going to look for somewhere to rent, but Fallon says there?s no need just yet. Having agreed that they?ll make things work, they wish each other good night.

Susan mildly berates Bert for opening an early beer in the garden. Alice pops over and is friendly with Bert, who mutters to Neil about hiding his beer. Neil teases Chris over Lottie, and Chris bats away his comment about marriage. Chris is defensive when Bert jokes about all Martha?s parent figures.

With Alan and the fete starting to get a bad name, Lynda?s shocked that Susan has introduced some ticket concessions. But some people will be prevented from attending ? and some who will just boycott.

Lynda is convinced that Monty is innocent, as she and Robert await the DNA results from the sheep attack. She?s more concerned about the fete ? they need to find a must-see attraction. They?re distracted by an argument in the road, between Ed on his combine and an angry speeding driver. As affectionate Monty cheers up Ed, Robert makes a comment that gives Lynda an idea.

Chris admits to Alice that he suggested he and Lottie move in together, and is worried by Lottie?s reaction. Alice says to speak to Lottie, and reassure her he?s happy and not trying to pressure her.

Chris heads home and is shocked to see Bert giving Martha a sip of his beer. Bert?s nasty comments about Alice, and mollycoddling, make Chris explode. Later, he informs Susan and Neil that he?ll contact Hazel to see about moving back into his flat. Susan tries to defend Bert?s actions, but when Chris doubles down on his criticism Susan loses her cool and says maybe he should move out.

Jolene presses Fallon to try and talk to Harrison and stop hiding at Lynda and Robert?s. She thinks Fallon and Harrison have rushed into their decision. Later, Fallon shocks Jolene by giving her notice to quit the Bull for a new job at Lower Loxley. Jolene worries it?s too much upheaval given her break up, but Fallon has decided.

Brad admires Bert?s view from his room at Ambridge View, but Bert?s still unhappy about Susan?s rules on smoking and riding his mobility scooter into the village. He also takes the opportunity to share his other gripes with Brad ? Neil is quiet and under the thumb, and Chris is too soft on Martha, who?ll grow up to be as spoilt as Alice!

Bert winds Chris up as Chris explains that Martha is staying over at Lottie?s, with her daughter Maddie, for the first time tonight. Bert says to watch his back with single mum Lottie. Chris turns the tables on Bert, who defends Ivy, Chris?s grandmother, as a saint. Brad makes to leave, and Bert tells him not to open his birthday card until tomorrow ? it may have a little something inside. Chris complains to Brad about Bert and their shared living arrangement. But he?ll be back in his own place in a week.

At Lottie?s, the two girls play together well. Chris seems resolved about Alice being with Rex, and Chris feels it?s the start of a new era, for him and Lottie too. Perhaps they should move in together sometime? Lottie is a bit taken aback, and Chris backtracks.

Alice remarks on how little stuff Rex needs to move in with her. He brandishes an old poultry ledger of his grandfather George Fairbrother, with some entries possibly from his aunt Grace. Alice advises Rex on decorating his boat, ready to rent out to holidaymakers. She?s grateful that he?s giving up his beloved boat to be with her. But a sudden request from Fallon to come over to Alice?s scuppers tonight?s romantic evening.

Supportive Alice is firmly on Fallon?s side when they talk about a pivotal moment - Fallon?s miscarriage, and Harrison?s erratic reaction. Harrison just wasn?t the support that her friends were, including Alice. Having got past her own demons, Alice encourages Fallon, who?s excited about her new job at Lower Loxley, but nervous about breaking it to Jolene and Kenton.

Chris visits Harrison and can?t believe it?s over with Fallon. Harrison confesses that he could have returned home to Fallon six months sooner, and she didn?t even get angry when he told her. Perhaps they shouldn?t have married, given their different views about having children? Chris comforts Harrison, who feels he ran away when they hit problems, in contrast to Chris who was there for Alice.

Chris visits Alice to return a comfort toy for Martha, and it appears Rex has already got Martha off to sleep. Chris and Alice reflect on Harrison and Fallon. They?ve made things work, though, and will be there for the ex-couple. Chris heads off, with Rex surprising Chris with a few old bits and pieces of Chris?s found in a wardrobe, from his time with Alice.

Susan insists Bert smokes outside while at Ambridge View, and for him to see it as a chance to cut down. Chris arrives to look after Bert while Susan heads to work at the shop, warning Bert not to ride his scooter into the village.

As Martha forages in the garden, Chris asks Bert not to smoke in front of her. Bert teases Chris about Brad saving his bacon at cricket yesterday. He also quizzes Chris about Lottie and notes he was never a fan of Alice. Offended, Chris prepares to leave with Martha, but Bert asks for a lift into the village.

At the shop, Chris complains about Bert to Susan and buys fete tickets for himself and Lottie, noting under-12s go free. Bert grumbles about not getting a concession until Susan relents and offers him one.

Lynda is impressed by Robert?s progress painting the shepherd?s hut, and they discuss finishing it with decorative lantern hooks made by Chris. They reflect on their decades in Ambridge and talk about fete preparations, including Alan dealing with complaints about having to pay for entry.

Fallon is grateful to be staying with Lynda and Robert and checks that it?s still alright. They reassure her and offer her privacy, though Lynda also invites her to help with fete planning. Fallon contributes an idea to support Alan?s bell-naming initiative but admits she doesn?t have the headspace to join the fete committee. Lynda understands.

When Chris asks after Harrison, Fallon realises he doesn?t know they?ve split up. He is shocked by the news, and Fallon asks him to reach out to Harrison because she?s worried about him.

Chris is stressing at being several players down, including Harrison, against the Not Outs today. He persuades Brad to come back to play for the Battling Bulls. Chris is also anxious about his living arrangements, now that he, Martha and his Grandad Bert will be staying with Susan and Neil.

Fallon is late for work at the Bull, and has a shock for Kenton and Jolene ? she and Harrison have split up. Kenton and Jolene try to understand what happened, but Fallon admits that they just realised they can?t get back what they had.

Kenton goes to see Harrison, presuming Harrison was up to something when he was away, or knowing that he didn?t love Fallon, and berates Harrison for stringing her along. But Harrison denies that and shows how down and sorry he feels. He feels a real disappointment to Kenton. Kenton implores Harrison to try and make things work, but it?s too late ? Harrison doesn?t want to lose Kenton and Jolene as family, but at least Harrison won?t be going far, for the time being, with his new job role.

At the busy Bull, catering for the post-match cricketers, Kenton reports back to Jolene ? Harrison seems broken. Jolene asks Fallon to come and stay with them, but she doesn?t need taking care of and focuses on keeping busy in the pub. Jolene reflects to Kenton that Harrison and Fallon will change their minds in time, when it sinks in just how much they?re losing.

Susan and Tracy rouse stubborn Bert, who joins them in the garden for a drink. Bert insists he isn?t sulking and points out that Tracy said some hurtful things at the pub. Whilst they agree not to discuss Clive, Susan has an idea for a proper shake-up ? Bert will come and live with Susan, for a few weeks at least, to give Tracy some respite. Susan feels it?s time she did her bit.

In Leeds for Harrison?s big night, he?s delighted that Fallon is with him, complimenting her on her dress. Harrison points out various colleagues and Fallon makes a comment about one in particular who clearly had a thing for him. He assures Fallon nothing happened, acknowledging that as a team they were close and had to look out for one another. Harrison steps up to make a speech as his team receives an award. Emotional Harrison gives a shout out to Fallon, who calls out ?I love you!? Later, Harrison admits something to Fallon ? he had the option of returning to her six months earlier but chose to stay on with the job, without discussing it. Fallon understands. This leads Fallon to be honest with Harrison and open up about how things have not been right between them, since her miscarriage and his reaction, and then her accusing him of bottling George. Harrison agrees that they are on different tracks. They agree it?s time to break up. But what do they do tonight? Too late to head home ? they can have one last night together in the hotel.

It?s Tracy?s 51st birthday dinner at the Bull, and Bert makes the most of her staff discount, with Susan insisting on paying. They can?t help but mention absent Clive, who Bert defends. Apparently Clive is busy with a new venture and needs some investment. Tracy is quick to point out how Clive stole from Bert?s pension. Embarrassed Bert makes to get up, and Susan sighs at Tracy?s outburst.

At the Bull, Elizabeth chases Fallon up about her new job offer at Lower Loxley. Fallon shares with Lynda her misgivings about people having to pay to attend the fete. Tracy snaps at Lynda about it, but mainly due to the situation with Bert. Fallon buys Lynda a drink and offers sympathy, with Lynda reciprocating as she asks about Fallon and Harrison. After a pep talk about deciding what you want, Fallon confirms to Elizabeth that she wants the job.

From her garden, Carol sees Bert passing and wonders why he won?t stop to make a typically snarky comment about her gardening. As they chat, Carol comments on Clive and Bert wonders why everyone has it in for him. Carol doesn?t soft-soap Clive?s criminal past, but encourages Bert to stay in touch with him. She talks about her late son Richard, and Bert supports Carol?s idea of a memorial service to him.

Later, with the party cut short, Tracy regrets her outburst. Bert clearly has a blind spot when it comes to Clive. Tracy knows that whatever she does for her dad, he?ll always choose Clive over her, and it hurts.

Carol seeks Alan?s forgiveness over her sensitivity about Richard the other day. Alan tells her there?s nothing to forgive ? it was he who overstepped the mark. Carol explains that Alan had been right about the issues between her and Richard before he died. Richard didn?t approve of some of her decisions and didn?t attend his stepfather?s funeral. Carol?s never really spoken about it to anyone. She thinks she?d like to do something to commemorate Richard?s passing after all. Alan suggests she has a think about what she?d like. Bert?s and Susan make a good team at the Shop. Bert shocks Susan with news that the village fete this year is ticketed ? at least the money is for charity. Tracy will be there to support Chelsea, but Bert reckons he should boycott. As they reminisce, Bert feels that it?s only down to his Ivy that the kids turned out so well. Susan?s worried to hear that Clive left Bert on his own for extended periods when Bert was staying with him. She twigs that Clive had access to Bert?s bank card. Susan admits to Tracy that she was right ? Clive was stealing from their Dad and disappearing for days. Appalled Tracy learns that Bert is in denial. Susan feels guilty for doing nothing, despite her concerns. Angry Tracy feels guilty for putting her need for rest over Bert?s welfare. But Susan says the important thing is that Bert?s back now. They can?t say anything to Bert ? or Clive ? just focus on looking after Bert, and cutting Clive off.

Fallon tells her mum about the posh awards do. Jolene thinks she?s lucky ? she should make a night of it. Later Jolene insists to Harrison that she?ll treat them to a nice hotel. Harrison?s touched but does his best to decline her offer.

Alice tells Rex she hated the awkwardness between them the other night about where to sleep. Rex agrees. They both struggle with the issue of logistics when they spend nights together. Alice revisits the subject of Rex moving in. Rex is still up for it. Alice worries about him leaving his beautiful boat behind, but Rex is pragmatic. The boat?s tiny ? he?ll miss it but he?s ready to move on.

Alice offers to lend Fallon something to wear for Harrison?s awards evening. She confides she?s making room in her wardrobe ready for Rex to move in. Fallon?s delighted. Later Fallon accidentally reveals the news to shocked Chris, and immediately rings Alice to apologise for her faux pas. Alice assures her Chris will be fine once he gets used to the idea. Fallon admits to getting cold feet about going to Yorkshire with Harrison. Alice urges her to go and have fun ? it might be just what they need.

Chris chats to Harrison about the farrier calendar he?s featuring in, hoping his fake tan doesn?t still show. He and Alice are proud of Martha?s school community award. Harrison thinks it?s nice they can share those moments. Chris asserts he?s happy for Alice and Rex. Harrison admits he and Fallon are finding things hard. He?s not sure how he feels.

The fete committee is forging ahead with arrangements. All the usual attractions are organised, Carol?s been enthusiastically searching for clues for her scavenger hunt, and Chelsea?s horsebox is ready to launch. Lynda?s not entirely happy though; holding the fete on the Jubilee Field isn?t in keeping with tradition. Carol points out that neither is charging people for entry. Alan defends this decision. He doesn?t like charging either, but the fee?s modest and this year the money raised will help towards the church repairs. Later he confesses some concern over the decision to Carol, who tells him he needs to back himself. He supposes she?s right, and thanks her for her support. Carol confides Alan reminds Carol of her son Richard at times. Alan wonders if Carol?s considered a blessing for Richard, to give him a proper send off. Carol?s offended and closes off, telling Alan to leave.

Susan has her hands full giving Bert his induction at the shop. He cajoles her into letting him handle a transaction, and successfully uses some sales tricks to persuade Lynda into an impulse purchase. He?s confident he can double Susan?s takings in time. He draws Susan into village gossip, admitting he missed that at Clive?s. Susan probes further but Bert clams up. He?s sick of being harangued. Later Susan admits to Chris that Bert?s been good company at the shop. Chris reckons Bert doesn?t like him ? Brad?s his favourite, then Chelsea. Susan protests their granddad loves them all equally, he just struggles to express how he feels.

Rex is reluctant to tell Kate that moving Spiritual Home to the rewilding site is a no. Alice is equally unwilling ? she doesn?t want to get involved. They talk about holiday ideas. Alice explains Fallon and Harrison can?t join them as Fallon reckons Harrison won?t get the time off. They agree to chat further, and Alice suggests they stay at hers tonight rather than on the boat.

After the cricket Chris asks Harrison if something?s bothering him ? he seemed to be off his game. Harrison assures him he?s fine, inviting Chris and Rex to watch the football at Woodbine later. Alice is welcome too, but she passes. She?s fine with Rex going, but she?s shattered and will stay home. Rex and Chris discuss Harrison. They resolve to hang in until he?s ready to talk.

Fallon admires the revamped Cruck Barn at Lower Loxley. Elizabeth wonders whether she?s still up for running it. Fallon?s surprised by this. She points out that whilst they?d talked about it a few months ago, it?s happening sooner than she imagined and she needs to get her head round it. She?s thrilled at the prospect though ? it could be brilliant. She asks Elizabeth for a few days to think about it. When she mentions the job to Harrison, he?s wrongfooted and initially lukewarm about the idea. Later he apologises. Of course Fallon should go for it. Likewise Fallon encourages Harrison to attend an upcoming awards ceremony for his team in Yorkshire. He wants her to go too, though understands if she doesn?t fancy it. But Fallon?s keen ? count her in.

Outside The Bull, Jolene invites Fallon to drop in if she?s free for a coffee. Fallon and Harrison step on each other?s toes as they make breakfast. Harrison becomes distracted when a lead on Home Farm?s sheep attack comes in and rushes off.

Over breakfast with Kirsty, Kate brings up her proposal for moving Spiritual Home to Rewilding Ambridge. A message from Tom asking to talk interrupts Kate?s pitch. Kirsty is still uncertain of the baby moving, but Kate promises soon they?ll be kicking her in the ribs. At Rewilding, Kirsty tries to persuade Rex to be the one to reject Kate?s plan. Tom turns up and apologies. He is really pleased for Kirsty and thinks she?ll be a wonderful mother. Kirsty says she?s living on hope with this baby. Kate turns up and Rex is left to tell her the bad news for Kirsty.

Lynda is on Village Fete duty, and Jolene agrees to run the beer tent again. Fallon swings by for that coffee, and Lynda asks when Fallon is free for fete matters. Fallon suggests this afternoon which delights Lynda. Jolene states she must be bored without Harrison to be spending a Friday afternoon on the village fete. Lynda asks how Harrison is settling back in, stating from experience that it?s not always a smooth process. Harrison arrives to speak to Lynda on official business. The DNA from the sheep attack has come back and reveals it was a Doberman. Lynda?s Monty is the only Doberman in the village. Lynda insists there?s no way it could be Monty.

Anne Marie finds Susan in the shop, and as Susan nervously rambles, Anne Marie stops her to apologise ? she treated Susan awfully at the Theatre. Susan understands and admits she simply hadn?t thought her plan through regarding the cot. Anne Marie admits that Amber feels distant and she was jealous when she saw the two of them laughing together. Susan says it?s difficult, but Amber will come round. Susan offers to make them both a nice cup of tea. Anne Marie apologises for her emotional outburst. As a child, Amber was close with Anne Marie, and she drew Amber storybooks every year. She states that Amber started drifting away long before meeting George. Susan tells Anne Marie she can?t stop trying.

Tom goes through his pitch for Bridge Farm with Helen, who says she can see why their Mum and Dad chose it. Helen asks how Harrison?s welcome back drinks went - Tom confesses he didn?t go because Natasha was out. Helen points out that someone could have watched the twins before realising Tom is avoiding Kirsty. Tom has spoken to Kirsty, and it went really badly. He admits that hearing about the pregnancy brought up feelings about Wren. He couldn?t explain this well to Kirsty, and Helen suggests he finds someone else to talk about his feelings with. Tom says he will always carry Wren with him - Helen points out it?s the same for Kirsty. Tom confesses he was so happy when he first heard Kirsty was pregnant, and wishes he had just told her that.

After Harrison?s first day in his new job, he and Fallon scout for tables at The Bull. Lynda comes over to welcome him home and asks how he?s settling in. Harrison enthusiastically explains about the role and the team and how he?s excited to be working with the rural community. Alice and Rex bump into a curt Kirsty. Rex explains he?s behind Kirsty?s attitude as he?s accidentally become overbearing at work. Rex finds Kirsty at the bar and apologies for being overbearing and patronising. Kirsty confesses to Rex that she wants to tell people tonight after Tom found out she was pregnant by mistake. The gang chats as Harrison regales with stories from his job in Yorkshire. When Harrison asks what else has happened, Kirsty announces she?s pregnant. Everyone is delighted for her. Harrison makes a comment about everyone having babies and jokes that Alice and Rex will be next. They both awkwardly respond. On the walk home, Alice and Rex chat about Harrison?s baby comment. Alice says it?s important to talk about whether you want kids. Rex confesses that he always imagined he?d be a dad eventually. Alice admits that at some point she would like to have another child. The pair agree they should probably move in together before anything else. Catching her outside the Bull, Lynda says it?s a shame Kirsty couldn?t play cricket this season. Kirsty confides in Lynda that she?s pregnant. Lynda?s delighted and hugs Kirsty. Harrison finds Fallon trying to tidy the garden late at night. They descend into a fight over his baby comment.

As Susan and Amber head out for a trip to the theatre, Amber asks about Bert?s new job. Susan insists it?s just volunteering but wonders how much work she?ll get done with him in the shop. Amber talks about her teenage obsession with musicals whilst Susan reminisces about when she used to bring Emma and Chris to the Panto. Whilst waiting in the queue for a programme and some sweets, Susan tries to explain to Amber about not yet returning the Gordons? baby cot to them. But suddenly Amber spots her mother, Anne Marie, who comes over to chat. At the interval Anne Marie finds Susan. Anne Marie is enjoying the show but really wants an explanation about the cot. When Susan explains it?s all boxed it up in the summerhouse, Anne Marie accuses her of stealing it. Susan denies this whilst Anne Marie says she?ll sort out collecting the cot.

Outside the shop, Kirsty bumps into Tom who?s acting strangely. When Kirsty admits that Helen had already called to apologise for letting Tom know about her pregnancy, Tom leaves quickly. Later at Rewilding, Tom comes to speak to Kirsty, who?s sorting through brambles, to apologise for being weird earlier. He wonders why Kirsty hadn?t told him about the baby, considering he told her when Natasha was expecting Seren and Nova. Kirsty insists there?s no comparison between the two situations and questions how dare Tom make this baby about him when it?s nothing to do with him. Kirsty insists this conversation is over.

At Rewilding, Amber arrives to do some filming about the importance of being in nature. Kirsty offers to show her the perfect place to film. After Amber has finished, the pair sit as Amber says she finds pregnancy fascinating, but she didn?t realise what it would actually be like. Kirsty laughs in agreement and reveals that she?s also pregnant. Amber is overjoyed at having a pregnant friend, remarking they can be school mums together. The pair spot a wild strawberry, a Norse symbol of fertility, when Kirsty feels her baby kick for the first time. Later Kirsty is nailing dormice boxes whilst Rex hovers asking if she needs help. He has been generally overhelpful and Kirsty points out she?s still capable and he?s being overbearing. He agrees and goes to the office to leave her be.

Fallon swings by The Bull to do a handover whilst Jolene says there?s no need. Jolene gives Fallon a nice bottle of wine from the pub to go the dinner she?s making for Harrison. However, Harrison sneaks home early to surprise Fallon and she drops and smashes the bottle. But the pair laugh over their messy reunion whilst cleaning up the glass. Harrison pops to the shop to replace the bottle, and bumps into Jolene who is delighted to see him. When Amber passes, Harrison learns that George is going to be a father and wonders why Fallon never said. Cuddled up on the sofa, Harrison reveals to Fallon he is starting his new job on Wednesday, not next week as planned.

Pat and Tony are admiring their garden at Bridge Farm. Whilst joking over Tony?s award, Pat says Tony has to break the news on their decision to Tom and Helen. Helen arrives early asking if she can check the attic for Jack?s old baby clothes. Pat connects the dots and asks if Kirsty is pregnant. Flustered Helen admits it. Later, to Tom?s surprise, Tony tells Helen and Tom that they?ve decided to go with the climate-controlled greenhouse. Whilst Tom goes to grab his laptop from the car to show Helen his pitch, Pat tells Helen that she?ll have the baby clothes washed ready for Kirsty. Tom reappears quicker than expected and overhears that Kirsty is pregnant and decides to go finish the watering straight away. Helen finds Tom and ask?s if he?s doing alright. Tom insists he?s fine and that this is great for Kirsty.

The Aldridges receive the same text from Brian telling them they will be paid £7000 each for the seed drill. Kate, Alice and Adam debate whether this is a peace offering or a victory, but all think Brian is finally doing the right thing. Alice finds it a bit cold. Kate decides to text back a thank you and floats the idea of a family meal. At Honeysuckle cottage whilst the roast beef is sitting, Adam proposes he and Ian start on the wine to celebrate. Ian tries to hold his tongue, but thinks Brian owes Adam more for all the work he has put in. But Adam thinks they should now move on.

Bert and Lynda arrive for the shop volunteer taster session ? Lynda to see if anything?s changed since her last stint. She is critical of the shop?s layout and Bert adds niggles ? the strength of the door and the volume of the bell. Lynda decides it?s not changed enough to entice her back. Susan is surprised that her father wants to volunteer, and that the change of scene he?d longed for was company at the shop, not a change of house. She doesn?t think he?s quite suited to being a volunteer. But why not become Susan?s personal assistant and keep her company sitting at the counter?

Lynda is pleasantly surprised when Fallon agrees to join the fete committee. Fallon is looking forward to a homecoming staycation with Harrison. They?ll also be celebrating his new dream job, finally becoming a Rural Crime Officer.

Ian turns up unexpectedly at Home Farm to address with Brian what Adam is owed from the partnership. Brian is pleased to hear that Adam?s not pursuing a legal case, but doesn?t see anything else to discuss. Ian claims that Brian has always kept Adam at arm?s length. Brian disputes this ? he raised him as a farmer and gave him every opportunity, but was stabbed in the back. Ian blurts out that he knows about Ruairi and George ? and that proves what Brian has done for a son he really cares about. Ian threatens Brian with telling George the truth, unless he gives Adam what he is due.

Tony?s impressed by David in his traditional bowler hat as an official of The Borchester Show. George reports a problem with a water leak at one of the handwashing stations near the livestock. As Tony finds a spanner and George tightens the pipe, David is drenched. Disaster is also averted when a calf breaks free - George catching it and Tony grabbing its mother. David asks Tracy to alert the committee that he?ll be delayed while he finds dry clothes. Thinking she?s addressing a committee member, Tracy explains to HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh that David has been delayed. Embarrassed by her mistake, Tracy goes on to explain that she?s representing Bridge Farm, and is impressed to hear that Her Royal Highness has tasted Borsetshire Blue. As President of LEAF - Linking Environment and Farming, the Duchess is keen to connect people with where their food comes from, so Tracy issues an invitation to the dairy. The Duchess gives a speech praising a very special organic farmer. The winner of the lifetime achievement award is ? Tony Archer! Reflecting, Tony doesn?t feel he deserves it on his own, he?s only achieved it with the help of Pat and the children. He realises that his role at the show has been a ruse but David insists he?s been essential. They all have something to celebrate ? Keira?s Texel lamb coming first in its class, Chris and his partner coming second in the farrier competition, and David in particular, having pulled together an exceptional show.

On the Green, Susan notices the new cot in Amber?s car. Amber explains that she?s returning it to her parents ? she and George want to use the Grundy cot and don?t need the Gordons? money. As Susan advises sensitivity with returning it, Amber becomes faint. Amber explains that she?s exhausted with the amount of social media work for the Borchester Show. She?s not slept well and hasn?t started her maternity leave. Susan asks if George can help more, and insists that she helps Amber by returning the cot for her. At the showground, Amber is furious to discover that George has been helping Bill to move cars instead of working on the socials. She makes a point of telling her father that they won?t be needing the cot, and that Susan will be returning it to them in the coming days. She?s also angry with George - not only is he banned from driving, she?s having to do everything herself!

In the horse box, Chris pulls on his hoodie while the fake tan he?s applied develops. When Lottie arrives and wants to take advantage of the cute living quarters, Chris is resistant to undress and ushers her out to the showground. Later, Chris ignores Lottie?s request for a kiss goodbye and runs back to the shower at the horse box ? he?s forgotten to rinse off the mousse! Embarrassed, he reveals his orange arms to Lottie. He?d only wanted to look less pasty by the other farriers. The only option is to keep scrubbing and Lottie flirts and offers to help.

Chatting to Ian at Honeysuckle Cottage, Alice can?t believe they want to take Brian to court. All Alice wants is for Martha to have a peaceful relationship with her grandfather ? that?s more important than money. When Adam arrives home, Alice is on the attack but he stops her ? he?s been to see his solicitor and has called it all off. When Alice leaves, a stunned Ian questions the change of heart ? with his share of the profits Adam could have something worthwhile to show for his years in farming. Adam responds that a court case will create even more bad blood. He has his achievements in Kenya, he has Xander and Ian, and that?s what counts. It may not be fair, but Brian will not change and they need to accept it.

Grumbling about the heat in his window, Bert makes his way to the shop, getting in Susan?s way and finally settling with some humbugs behind the counter. As Susan creates a display, she reveals her idea for a taster session at the shop to encourage more volunteers. She probes further about Clive?s care and Bert disputes that he came back in a state. It?s been a relief not to be preened and prodded all the time. He likes being at the shop after a miserable homecoming ? perhaps he should volunteer! At Tracy?s, Susan shares her idea ? Bert should move to Ambridge View for a change of scene and to take the pressure off Tracy. Tracy wishes her sister luck as she will need to approach Neil with the concept.

David updates Brian on the dog attack. Frustratingly, until the dog is identified, he can?t claim compensation for the loss of his sheep from its owner.

David praises Tony for the progress he?s made with Bridge Farm?s garden. Joining Tony to dig, they discuss the investment into another milking parlour or polytunnels, until Tony?s spade hits metal ? John?s childhood model Fordson Major. David encourages him in a new project to clean it up.

Over lunch with Alice, Brian asks after Martha and apologises that he can?t help out with her more. He offers help with the extra costs of care in the holidays, but Alice insists she?s fine. Brian?s glad she?s found someone like Rex who?ll stand up for her and confides that he really misses Miranda. He?s afraid he?ll end up like Bert Horrobin, miserable and alone in The Bull.

Ian is fretting that now he?s so involved at Grey Gables, Adam is not up to speed with school admin and Xander?s needs. Bringing a peace lily to the hotel, Adam concedes that Ian did so much under the radar for Xander. Later, Adam reveals his shock at the invoice from his solicitor. Ian thinks his siblings should share the high cost, as they?d benefit from any settlement. Adam doesn?t want to rock the boat and thinks he should cut his losses ? Brian will never let this fight go. But Ian?s determined not to let Brian walk all over them. He won?t let Adam give up after giving 20 years of his life to Home Farm.

As Chris packs his and Martha?s things ahead of Harrison?s return from Yorkshire, he shares with Fallon his hopes that his flat will be ready soon. Last time he lived at Susan and Neil?s, they almost sent him doolally. Hannah calls, letting Chris know that one of the farriers for the Borchester Show has been injured and will have to pull out of the pairs. Fallon suggests that Chris takes his place. Later, he worries about demonstrating his skills in front of his peers, but Fallon speculates on the real reason for his reticence ? Chris lacks the sun-kissed glow of many of the farriers on social media! At Tracy?s, she and Susan are shocked to see the arrival of Bert by taxi. Thinner and unshaven, Bert insists that Clive has cared well for him, but Clive?s new job means it?s impractical now, so he?s back ? and unimpressed to find his bedroom being used for laundry. Bert is not impressed that Susan is going to a Fleetwood Mac tribute and Tracy?s working at The Bull. Nor is he happy that she?s taken on more dairy work. Treating him to a meal and a pint, Tracy takes him to work and Bert reluctantly lets Brian sit with him. Brian listens to Bert?s grumbles about his family and being made to feel a burden but reproaches him ? Bert should be proud to have such hardworking, caring daughters. Put out, Bert fires back that Brian is high and mighty and has no right to interfere, considering his own family?s issues.

Martyn mobilises a team with water tankers to help David remedy the equestrian ring at the Showground. Delighted David buys the drinks at the Bull. Neil catches Ed to find out what?s going on with him and Martyn. Neil?s horrified as Ed explains Martyn?s offer of some lucrative tree work in exchange for informing on Brian at Home Farm.

Keira feels pressured by her family to show the Texels for Ed at the Borchester Show, but admits to George she doesn?t want to be centre of attention. As George pressures Keira to face up to responsibility she makes a pointed comment about him not refusing the Gordons? cot, before escaping George after his clumsy remark about her running away.

Neil encourages George to start listening to Keira, before talking about how George can be a good parent. He steers George to realise the Grundy cot is best. George asserts the other one can stay at the Gordons? place. He thanks Neil for setting him straight.

George apologises to Keira. She jokes the apology should be for the last four years. They work together to choose a Texel ewe for the show. George is pleased they?re talking and insists he?s not giving up on them. Keira starts to soften. After reluctantly agreeing to be filmed halter training by George, the two chat and Keira opens up about her feelings towards George and her parents. Keira agrees to show the Texels. She still needs to say her piece to George, and will let him know when she?s figured it out.

With Martyn Gibson?s water company links, Neil asks a favour of him to help David and Chris with the Show?s equestrian situation. Neil shocks Martyn by revealing that Adam has left Home Farm, quickly realising Martyn didn?t know, as Martyn storms over to see Brian. Martyn wants assurance that Home Farm will honour their contract for the Borchester Land harvest. Ed reassures Martyn and Brian props Ed up as his deputy, leaving Martyn to make a pointed comment about paying Ed a manager?s salary, and Ed tentatively asking Brian about this. Brian puts him off and suggests a drink.

Neil?s faux pas leads Susan to wonder about offering Adam work in the shop while Jim?s away. They also discuss George and Amber falling out over the Gordons? posh cot, and Bert staying at Clive?s. Neil thinks they need a city break, like Jim.

Lottie invites Neil and Susan to join her and Chris in the busy Bull, also offering Neil a way to avoid Martyn. She then includes Brian and Ed.

Privately, Martyn offers Chris some help with the Show, then finds Ed. Martyn wants Ed to effectively spy on Brian at Home Farm and report back to him. Ed?s not keen, and Martyn offers a potential bribe in the form of a large tree surgery job. It appears Ed won?t be bought though.

At their table, Lottie invites everyone?s best idea for Pip and Stella?s ?Lesbi-Hen? party. Susan wins the prize of a free dinner with her idea of a treasure hunt based on meaningful locations around the village.

Kate treats Kirsty to a free massage at Spiritual Home, and as they talk about Kirsty?s wellbeing, Kate mentions she can see Kirsty?s pregnancy bump. The relaxed mood is somewhat soured by the smell of manure, which leads Kate into a rant about Brian. Losing her concentration, Kate becomes too forceful with Kirsty?s foot massage, and Kirsty begs her to stop before she causes an injury! Over herbal tea, Kirsty listens as Kate worries about being the only sibling with a business connected to Brian. Kirsty suggests an escape plan. Kate seizes on this ? she?ll move Spiritual Home to the Rewilding site.

George struggles to get started with his interview with Bill, who offers to come back to it ? they enjoy coffee and a chat, with Bill offering something stronger and drinking from a hip flask. George is staying off the booze, supporting Amber, and reckons that?s the only way he?s good at supporting. But Bill praises grafter George, before revealing a few things about himself. Bill apologies for how he and Anne Marie behaved towards George back in February, and says he deserves a clean slate. George levels with Bill about how things need to be between Amber and her parents, before Bill tries to persuade George about the benefits of the swish new cot they?ve got for them. Bill feels that as grandparents they should have an input, and this cot is what their grandchild needs.

At the Showground, Lottie returns Chris?s phone after last night, and they agree they need a proper date, not a ?booty call?. Chris gets a message from Harrison who?s due home in a couple of weeks, and wonders about living arrangements for himself and Martha. Chris is called away by David to the equestrian ring ? the ground?s looking too hard to compete on.

Discussing the Borchester Show media plan, Amber wonders about some gaps. David insists all will become clear. He also advises getting some content from the Rural Crime Team. George sympathises about the recent attack on the sheep, and mentions Ed can?t show his Texel sheep due to Brian - Keira isn?t keen to step into the spotlight.

Amber?s dad, Bill, shows up looking for David. Bill has a stand at the Show and parks up his impressive prop 4x4 vehicle. Amber?s taken aback to learn about the ?Platinum? package Bill is getting, and that she?ll be writing up a piece on him for the Echo. George sheepishly explains his recent chat with Amber?s mum. Amber?s concerned about her parents lording the Platinum deal over her. Bill has another surprise for them ? a baby shower gift in the form of a cot with plush features. Amber protests that they have the Grundy cot. George tries to mediate, offering his gratitude. But Amber feels put on the backfoot by her parents. She just wants the show done and her parents out of their lives. To help, George insists he?ll do the agreed interview with Bill.

Brian struggles with a chemical order but is convinced he let Adam go at the right time, as he has Ed. Ed reminds Brian he?s only there to work the land. But when Ed quickly solves a problem, he?s thrown when Brian insists he needs Ed next Thursday to meet an engineer ? Ed?ll have to miss the Borchester Show. Ed also agrees to shift manure to Broad Acre, despite his concerns it?s right by Spiritual Home. With her sessions disrupted by the smell, Kate confronts Ed and has it out with Brian, sensing a vendetta and telling Brian she supports Adam keeping Xander away from him. Brian?s stung.

Keira?s early for her first day of work experience at Rewilding, relieved to not be at Amside. Working on woodpiles with Kirsty, Keira opens up and admits she?s not looking forward to George and Amber?s baby arriving, as she thinks George will be useless. Kirsty encourages Keira to step up - not as a baby carer, but in holding George to account.

Despite not wanting to talk about babies, Keira enjoys the cute footage of the beavers. She opens up about running away last Christmas, and George always being the centre of attention. Keira has started to talk to her parents about it now, and Kirsty says to keep going. And if Keira ever needs space, there?s some here for her. Later Keira enthuses about her work experience to Ed. Ed?s pleased, and takes the opportunity to ask a favour ? can Keira show the Texels for him next Thursday at the Borchester Show?

Kirsty and Helen speculate on the sort of pastimes Kirsty?s baby will grow up to have. Helen wonders whether Kirsty?s told Tom about the pregnancy. Kirsty responds that she hasn?t really told anyone yet.

Tom?s admiring images of greenhouses, and Natasha humours him. He?d prefer her to take a proper interest and be supportive. She confirms her support but is more focused on the boxes of botanicals she?s received to inform her own business idea. She assures Tom that even though she?s open-minded about the new parlour, she?s still on board with his project. Heartened, Tom grins that Helen might have a fight on her hands.

Kate seeks Ian?s advice on a customer complaint at Grey Gables but he?s too busy to help, and snaps at her. He later apologises; he?s not sure he?s cut out for this work. There?s only so far the Martyn Gibson management coaching handbook can go. Kate probes further and Ian admits to being unsettled at home. As well as keeping Xander away from Brian, he?s spotted that Adam?s looking at properties far afield. They?ve made a life in Ambridge, and Ian?s afraid Adam could burn himself out. Kate thinks the one good thing that?s come out of the situation is the amount of quality time Adam can now spend with Xander. She counsels Ian to see Adam?s enforced banishment from Home Farm as an opportunity rather than a disaster. Ian concedes

It?s the day of Brian?s mediation meeting with Adam and he?s made biscuits, rebutting Kate?s suggestion that they?re an olive branch. He doesn?t need one; he?s the good guy. When she asks whether he?s thought about division of the partnership?s profits, he laughs that there aren?t any. Kate wishes him luck, reminding him he can?t be both the good guy and a stubborn stick-in-the-mud. Ian advises Adam to stay calm and remember that Brian?s refusal to pay the family what they?re owed is immoral. Ian confides to Kate he fears Adam will lose his cool if Brian doesn?t play ball. Adam?s worked night and day to keep the farm afloat. Kate agrees, though she worries Xander?s relationship with his grandfather?s getting a little lost. Ian insists Brian sees Martha as more of a real grandchild than Xander. Brian declares to Ruth that his main goal is to put a stop to the claims for money. Ruth reminds him today?s about negotiation and compromise. However when Adam arrives it?s clear Brian won?t shift his in view, insisting he?s bankrolled his children for years. Seeing an impasse, Ruth suggests a break and another meeting, but Brian declares there?ll be no more meetings. When Adam leaves Ruth asks Brian what he actually wants. Later when Adam declares it?s the end of the road, Ian ventures they still have information on Ruairi. They know the secret and could mention this to Brian. Adam?s against this. Ruairi?s his brother and he?ll never do anything that puts him at risk. Family is more than just blood.

Tom tells Helen he?s confused as to why she?s acting as if the new milking parlour is the obvious next step for the farm. Helen insists it?s just about belief in her business, and expansion of the farm, which will benefit Tom too. She suggests they discuss it calmly rather than falling out ? getting a quote isn?t the same as ordering a parlour. It?s the bare minimum needed for putting a business proposal together. Fine, says Tom, he?ll work on a proposal too. Helen?s in favour ? then they can each present their case to the family.

Ed discovers Keira?s found her own work experience placement at Rewilding Ambridge. Clarrie remembers when Keira helped make bat boxes as a child. Ed doesn?t recall, and Keira huffs that he was probably distracted by something George was doing at the time. Ed protests he?s always asked Keira to do things with him, but she?s often buried in her phone. George arrives and immediately winds Keira up, resulting in her storming out. Later she apologises for shouting, and for bolting at New Year. She admits she finds it hard to talk, and at New Year they were too worried about George to listen to her. Ed wishes he?d realised how much she was struggling. He reassures her, and she confides her worries about school and friendships. Ed reckons lots of her classmates will have had the same anxieties. They hug. Later Ed sets Keira and George a task to clear out a barn. They have fun, and Ed declares they?ve passed his challenge.

Susan isn?t sure she can commit to more hours in the busy dairy until they?ve solved the staffing crisis at the shop. She admits to Helen that she misses Jim. Helen?s loving having Tracy as a neighbour. She?s really helpful, and Brad?s happy to throw the boys? ball back into her garden. When she moots the possibility of having a connecting gate between the properties, Susan?s equivocal ? boundaries are important.

Henry?s late for school lunch with Keira due to a detention. He?s not happy he doesn?t have his own room yet, though it?s still better than living with Tom. He?s doubtful about Keira turning down her work experience ? will she be able to fix up an alternative in time for next week? Keira tells Clarrie she can?t see the point of schools existing at all. She asks Clarrie how viable it would be to bring in re-jigged work experience forms tomorrow. Clarrie thinks it?s worth a try. Later Keira confides to Susan that she?s found a different placement.

Tom suggests Helen and the boys go back to Beechwood for a final supper now she?s settled in. Helen in turn reckons she should have a housewarming. Tom?s surprised to discover Helen?s asked a rep to Bridge Farm to quote for a new milking parlour. Tony too is wrongfooted. He reminds Helen that no decisions have been made on future investment. Helen insists she?s just looking at options and didn?t like Tom asking the rep questions. Tony suggests Helen apologises to Tom and thinks before steamrollering over them all with her plans.

Anne Marie calls at No.1 The Green, hoping to catch Amber. George suggests she waits for her to return from work. However Amber messages to say she?s eating out with a mate. Anne Marie?s philosophical, and George acknowledges it?s good they?ve chatted so things can be less awkward between them all now. It?s hard for Amber being caught in the middle. George persuades Anne Marie to consider an upgrade to a platinum sponsorship package at the Borchester Show, which would include Amber as their dedicated host for the day. Later Anne Marie calls at the Bull and meets Tracy. Anne Marie expresses her gratitude at how warmly Amber?s been accepted into the family fold. Tracy suggests Adam might be up for some shifts at the Bull when Fallon?s off with Harrison. Lilian?s unsure ? Adam might be good in the bar but she can?t see him in the kitchen. Lilian spots Keira and wants to chat about her upcoming work experience, but Keira ducks away. Bumping into George, Keira confesses she?d rather avoid Lilian for now. However Lilian catches up with her and starts to set out her exciting plans for Keira at Amside. George joins in with the enthusiasm and Keira walks off. Later Keira apologises to Lilian for being rude. She just doesn?t want to work in an office and would rather be somewhere like the Stables. Lilian understands. She resolves to make the work as interesting as she can. Keira asks whether Lilian would be upset if she found another placement. Lilian smiles that she?d get over it ? eventually.

David and Ruth have heard nothing from Josh recently other than a fleeting thumbs up. They acknowledge they should be grateful that means he?s doing ok. Over lunch with Kate, Brian asserts he had a smashing day out yesterday with Martha, Chris and Neil ? it?s just a shame Xander wasn?t with them. Brian wants to celebrate the official dissolution of the family partnership, but Kate doesn?t approve. Brian?s also pleased his caravan storage plans look likely to go ahead. He hopes Kate won?t object, but Kate promises nothing.

Tony?s keen for information about his livestock liaison role at the Borchester Show. David assures him just being there on the day will be enough. Tony asks if he might be allowed in on the secret of the mystery guest at the Show, but David?s lips are sealed.

Adam calls Ruth requesting a chat. David admits he?s worried about Adam after Brian?s volte face over the inheritance. Ruth agrees Adam must be feeling like the rug?s been pulled from under him. When Adam moots the idea of Ruth acting as mediator between him and Brian, Ruth?s unsure about getting involved. She wants to know what Adam?s hoping to achieve from the meeting, declaring she?d need to be impartial if she took it on. Later she tells David she?ll give it a go. She hates seeing the Aldridges divided. Brian?s harder to persuade however. He doesn?t want to speak to Adam, still less negotiate with him. Ruth suggests that agreeing to meet Adam and show willing might benefit Brian in the long run. Brian agrees to think about it.

Keira?s not keen on her upcoming work experience placement at Amside ? Henry?s sounds much more fun. She invites Henry to her Father?s Day tea with Ed ? she could do with someone to chat with George so that she doesn?t have to. The atmosphere gets awkward in the busy Tearoom as Keira accuses George of rudeness when he takes a phone call in the middle of proceedings. Later Keira does her best to blank George, but he tries to engage, giving her advice about how to charm Lilian when she takes on her planned work experience. Keira?s scathing, pointing out that George is hardly in a position to give advice on how to handle Lilian, given he?s been barred from her pub for the past six months.

Anne Marie rings George on the pretext of having questions about the Borchester Show, but it becomes clear she?s fishing for information about elusive Amber. Ian and Adam discuss the solicitor?s letter that?s been sent to Brian, and his subsequent lack of response. Ian?s keen that Brian?s held to account; Adam needs to fight for what he?s owed. Adam just wants to enjoy Father?s Day. Even if he gets a pay-off from Brian, he?ll never own a farm now. Ian reckons that with his talent, Adam could build something amazing to hand on to Xander. Adam agrees to do some research. Ian suggests that in the meantime they present Brian with a settlement figure. Adam?s sceptical, but Ian reckons a meeting might succeed if they have a mediator. How about Ruth Archer?

Bill and Anne Marie drop in unexpectedly at 1 The Green, while George and Amber are out. Anne Marie?s keen to see if the house meets her expectations for when the baby arrives, before Will gives a guided tour, glossing over how tight a squeeze it will be fitting the cot and baby clothes storage in the bedroom. Will implies that he expects them to stay through the baby?s childhood, before proudly showing Amber?s parents George?s cot in the shed. Anne Marie expresses concern over safety standards, before Amber arrives with George, wishing they?d warned her they were coming. George assures them he used baby-safe paint and Will then tells them how Nic died. Anne Marie assures Amber and George they?ll support them financially as they bring up their child, before Bill and Anne Marie take their leave. Outside, Amber chastises them for turning up without warning and trying to find fault with George. They repeat their offer to help financially. Amber agrees to accept the odd gift, then suggests they meet up at Borchester Show but not before.

Amber admits to feeling wrung out by her parents? visit. George felt they were judgmental, looking down their noses at the small house. When Amber talks about wanting a space of their own one day, George accuses her of planning her escape and thinking his family aren?t good enough for her. Irritated Amber is tired of trying not to upset both George and her parents, before declaring she?s going for a walk.

Brad?s showing Kate how to make beds at Grey Gables when they hear a noise in the wardrobe and Fletch the budgie flies. Alerted by the commotion, Oliver helps catch Fletch, stating they can reunite the Maliks with their budgie. Brad continues showing Kate the housekeeping ropes, chatting about Zainab handing Fletch back to Akram, before moving on to unrequited love. Brad reflects sadly on his doomed relationship with Amber, without mentioning her name. Kate?s advice is to do everything he can to move on, because he deserves better in life ? but only Brad can make that happen.

Whilst waiting at The Bull to speak to Miranda, Brian tells Kirsty he?s relieved David no longer blames him for the dog attack. Kirsty and Jolene are impressed by George and Amber?s social media campaign for the Borchester Show, before Miranda walks in. When Brian asks for a word, she tells him there?s nothing to say and walks off. Later, Brian tells Jolene he?s going round to see Miranda. Jolene reckons it?s a bad idea, but Brian?s determined. However, Brian finds Oliver sharing a nightcap with Miranda on the terrace at Home Farm. She tells Brian frostily her sympathies are with Adam over Home Farm, then rejects Brian?s request to take him back.

Kirsty shares reassuring news with Kate about her unborn baby?s blood test results before Brian turns up, wallowing in self-pity. After giving him some blunt advice Kate softens, since she wouldn?t wish a broken heart on anyone.

Before Bill goes to meet Amber at his car showroom Anne Marie wonders if Amber?s avoiding her after things went badly last time they met. Bill can see Amber might have taken exception to Anne Marie?s suggestion of an abortion, while Anne Marie concedes she could have been more subtle. Bill wants to be sure they don?t scare Amber off again. Later, when they meet, Amber makes a good sales pitch to Bill, while Anne Marie apologises for last time. She wants to be part of Amber?s life but accepts she?s made mistakes, before admitting she?s not thrilled by Amber?s choice of partner. But they still love her. Amber answers their baby questions awkwardly, then Bill invites her for lunch.

David and Pip are still shaken after yesterday?s terrible events. David feels Brian could have done more as landowner to protect the sheep, while Pip will get more warning signs printed. PC Trueman calls ? they haven?t traced the dog yet, but forensics are working on the evidence they gathered. Later, she takes their statements, assuring them the police are doing all they can to tackle these incidents. When David expresses doubt about continuing with the Show, Pip says he can?t let this defeat him. Then Amber rings to tell David that Bill?s agreed to take the trade stand.

David and Pip were thrilled, Amber tells George, before admitting she had lunch with her mum and dad. But Amber insists, she?s not going to let them buy their way back into her life.

David and Pip make an extremely shocking discovery out in the fields and which includes some very graphic descriptions.

Brian, Alistair and Jolene muse on Jim?s possible whereabouts on his travels. Alistair?s missing him and will let them know when the first of Jim?s postcards arrives. Brian wishes he could still go on holiday with Miranda. He sees himself as the victim in all Home Farm?s current travails.

Whilst checking on their sheep at Home Farm, David and Pip make a terrible discovery: the sheep have been attacked by a dog, with up to fifteen dead and many injured. David?s extremely upset but Pip helps him focus on calling Alistair, while she calls the emergency services, with the dog still nearby. Alistair then gets David?s call and Brian sets off after him. PC Nicola Trueman establishes the facts with David, but thinks they?ve probably missed their chance to catch the dog. Alistair gets to work on treating the surviving ewes and lambs, with shocked David?s help, while Nicola and Pip take footage in the field. They both despair at how frequently this kind of incident happens, despite signs all over the countryside. Nicola outlines the investigation procedure then recalls meeting Brian, Home Farm?s owner, recently. Meanwhile, David angrily casts aspersions on dog owners while Alistair saves one ewe at least. Brian is full of righteous indignation when he arrives, before David takes him to task in front of Nicola and Pip for not managing his land properly. David demands compensation, before accusing Brian of being unfit to be in charge of a farm!

George tells Amber his big surprise for the baby should be ready tonight. Amber?s been putting off asking her dad to take the trade stand at Borchester Show but George persuades her to go for it. Later, Amber thinks the upcycled Grundy family cot George reveals is gorgeous, before Bill replies belatedly to her message about the trade stand, asking her to meet for a talk.

Seeing George fly his drone over the Green Adam baits him with remarks about Brian backing him and how well he?s recovered from the attack. George has heard Brian?s ?lost it?, then mentions New Year?s Eve, realising Adam knows Brian was there. George mentions Ruairi confessing to the attack, and presumes Adam will try to protect Brian, like Ruairi. Adam denies this, wishing George well. Later, Adam helps Kate and Alice prepare Xander and Martha?s sleepover. Adam declares he?s done with fighting for control of Home Farm, revealing that Brian passed his mental capacity test. Alice is hugely relieved Brian hasn?t got dementia, but Adam felt like Brian enjoyed crushing him. When Brian arrives, ready to babysit as previously arranged, Adam tells him to go home, swapping barbs before Brian leaves. Alice and Kate try talking Adam round from shutting Brian out of Xander?s life, but Adam?s determined to protect his son. Brian returns after Adam?s gone out, but Kate can?t let Brian say goodnight to Xander, under instruction from Adam. Since Brian?s the winner of this family feud maybe he needs to think if it?s really worth it?

Brian is disturbed to find Kate working at Grey Gables, but Kate assures Brian she isn?t trying to humiliate him. She simply needs a secure income to enable her to keep Spiritual Home going. For Brian the bigger issue is Kate taking a job from smug Oliver. Kate says she?s more worried than ever about Brian, after recent events. Brian wants her to ask Adam about the letter he presented to him. Brian then corners Oliver, who doubts Miranda will ask after Brian any time soon.

At the cricket Alice tells Kirsty she?s not sure what to do on Father?s Day next week ? stick with Martha and Chris or spend it with Brian, who?s practically disowned Adam and Debbie. She envies Kirsty?s uncomplicated life with Erik. Later, Alice tells Kirsty she?s making a Father?s Day kit for Martha to give Chris, while Brian will just have to endure the hell of enforced fun with his own children. Back home, Kate?s keen to hear about Kirsty?s scan. Kirsty compares it to Wren?s scan and how that was all she ever got to know of him. Kate hugs Kirsty before Alice arrives and they talk about babysitting arrangements for tomorrow, now Brian?s persona non grata with Adam. Kate wonders if Alice knows what Brian was hinting at about Adam. Alice doesn?t, but Kirsty?s sure they?ll get it out of Adam tomorrow night.

Alistair greets Jakob with news that the minibus taking them to the World Cup cricket match is stuck with a flat tyre, but thanks to a suggestion by Jakob they manage to fix it. Later, at Edgbaston cricket ground, Tracy is thrilled just to be there, while Alistair?s determined nothing will stop Jim having a wonderful day with his friends. Tracy is delighted that Jakob is relaxing and enjoying himself, before Alistair tells them this is Jim?s unofficial leaving do as he?s catching the Eurostar in the morning then following an extensively researched itinerary known only to him.

Adam phones Brian, chasing up some budget forecasts that need updating. Brian tells him the forecasts are none of his concern now and Adam gives up trying to persuade him otherwise. However, Adam turns up later wanting to check some other figures and Brian again does his best to put him off, before telling Adam he?s going to train Ed to use their system. Adam is astonished, suggesting it makes no sense. Brian reckons Adam no longer has a say in running Home Farm, to which Adam retorts that no-one trusts Brian after a series of embarrassing errors. Adam produces a solicitor?s letter starting legal proceedings to remove Brian from the business, as he?s displaying signs of dementia. But Brian trumps this with a letter of his own, proving that his mental capacity is just fine. If Adam challenges it, he?ll fight him to the bitter end. Brian then tells Adam triumphantly to get off his land!