Emmerdale (Season 38)

Thur 1 Jan 2009 (Episode 1)

Air date: 2009-01-01

Fri 2 Jan 2009 (Episode 2)

Air date: 2009-01-02

January 5, 2009 (Episode 3)

Air date: 2009-01-05

January 6, 2009 (Episode 4)

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January 7, 2009 (Episode 5)

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January 8, 2009 (Episode 6)

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January 9, 2009 (Episode 7)

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January 12, 2009 (Episode 8)

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January 13, 2009 (Episode 9)

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January 14, 2009 (Episode 10)

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January 15, 2009 (Episode 11)

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January 16, 2009 (Episode 12)

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January 19, 2009 (Episode 13)

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January 20, 2009 (Episode 14)

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Wed 21 Jan 2009 (Episode 15)

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January 22, 2009 (Episode 16)

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January 23, 2009 (Episode 17)

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January 26, 2009 (Episode 18)

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January 27, 2009 (Episode 19)

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January 28, 2009 (Episode 20)

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January 29, 2009 (Episode 21)

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January 30, 2009 (Episode 22)

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February 2, 2009 (Episode 23)

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February 3, 2009 (Episode 24)

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February 4, 2009 (Episode 25)

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February 5, 2009 (Episode 26)

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February 6, 2009 (Episode 27)

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February 9, 2009 (Episode 28)

Air date: 2009-02-09

February 10, 2009 (Episode 29)

Air date: 2009-02-10

Runtime: 52 min

Overview: Emmerdale legend Jack Sugden is brought back to the village to his final resting place.

February 11, 2009 (Episode 30)

Air date: 2009-02-11

February 12, 2009 (Episode 31)

Air date: 2009-02-12

February 13, 2009 (Episode 32)

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February 16, 2009 (Episode 33)

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February 17, 2009 (Episode 34)

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February 18, 2009 (Episode 35)

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February 19, 2009 (Episode 36)

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February 20, 2009 (Episode 37)

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February 23, 2009 (Episode 38)

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February 24, 2009 (Episode 39)

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February 25, 2009 (Episode 40)

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February 26, 2009 (Episode 41)

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February 27, 2009 (Episode 42)

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March 2, 2009 (Episode 43)

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March 3, 2009 (Episode 44)

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March 4, 2009 (Episode 45)

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March 5, 2009 (Episode 46)

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March 6, 2009 (Episode 47)

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March 9, 2009 (Episode 48)

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March 10, 2009 (Episode 49)

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March 11, 2009 (Episode 50)

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March 12, 2009 (Episode 51)

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March 13, 2009 (Episode 52)

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March 16, 2009 (Episode 53)

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March 17, 2009 (Episode 54)

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March 18, 2009 (Episode 55)

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March 19, 2009 (Episode 56)

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March 20, 2009 (Episode 57)

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March 23, 2009 (Episode 58)

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March 24, 2009 (Episode 59)

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March 25, 2009 (Episode 60)

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March 26, 2009 (Episode 61)

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March 27, 2009 (Episode 62)

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March 30, 2009 (Episode 63)

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March 31, 2009 (Episode 64)

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April 1, 2009 (Episode 65)

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April 2, 2009 (Episode 66)

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April 3, 2009 (Episode 67)

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April 6, 2009 (Episode 68)

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April 7, 2009 (Episode 69)

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April 8, 2009 (Episode 70)

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April 9, 2009 (Episode 71)

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April 10, 2009 (Episode 72)

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April 13, 2009 (Episode 73)

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April 14, 2009 (Episode 74)

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April 15, 2009 (Episode 75)

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April 16, 2009 (Episode 76)

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April 17, 2009 (Episode 77)

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April 20, 2009 (Episode 78)

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April 21, 2009 (Episode 79)

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April 22, 2009 (Episode 80)

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April 23, 2009 (Episode 81)

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April 24, 2009 (Episode 82)

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April 27, 2009 (Episode 83)

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April 28, 2009 (Episode 84)

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April 29, 2009 (Episode 85)

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April 30, 2009 (Episode 86)

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May 1, 2009 (Episode 87)

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May 4, 2009 (Episode 88)

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May 5, 2009 (Episode 89)

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May 6, 2009 (Episode 90)

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May 7, 2009 (Episode 91)

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May 8, 2009 (Episode 92)

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May 11, 2009 (Episode 93)

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May 12, 2009 (Episode 94)

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May 13, 2009 (Episode 95)

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May 14, 2009 (Episode 96)

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May 15, 2009 (Episode 97)

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May 18, 2009 (Episode 98)

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May 19, 2009 (Episode 99)

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May 20, 2009 (Episode 100)

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May 21, 2009 (Episode 101)

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May 22, 2009 (Episode 102)

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May 25, 2009 (Episode 103)

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May 26, 2009 (Episode 104)

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May 27, 2009 (Episode 105)

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May 28, 2009 (Episode 106)

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May 29, 2009 (Episode 107)

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June 1, 2009 (Episode 108)

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June 2, 2009 (Episode 109)

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June 3, 2009 (Episode 110)

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June 4, 2009 (Episode 111)

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June 5, 2009 (Episode 112)

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June 8, 2009 (Episode 113)

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June 9, 2009 (Episode 114)

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June 10, 2009 (Episode 115)

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June 11, 2009 (Episode 116)

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June 12, 2009 (Episode 117)

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June 15, 2009 (Episode 118)

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June 16, 2009 (Episode 119)

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June 17, 2009 (Episode 120)

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June 18, 2009 (Episode 121)

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June 19, 2009 (Episode 122)

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June 22, 2009 (Episode 123)

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June 23, 2009 (Episode 124)

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June 24, 2009 (Episode 125)

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June 25, 2009 (Episode 126)

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June 26, 2009 (Episode 127)

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June 29, 2009 (Episode 128)

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June 30, 2009 (Episode 129)

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July 1, 2009 (Episode 130)

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July 2, 2009 (Episode 131)

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July 3, 2009 (Episode 132)

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July 6, 2009 (Episode 133)

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July 7, 2009 (Episode 134)

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July 8, 2009 (Episode 135)

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July 9, 2009 (Episode 136)

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July 10, 2009 (Episode 137)

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July 13, 2009 (Episode 138)

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July 14, 2009 (Episode 139)

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July 15, 2009 (Episode 140)

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July 16, 2009 (Episode 141)

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July 17, 2009 (Episode 142)

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July 20, 2009 (Episode 143)

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July 21, 2009 (Episode 144)

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July 22, 2009 (Episode 145)

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July 23, 2009 (Episode 146)

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July 23, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 147)

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July 24, 2009 (Episode 148)

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July 27, 2009 (Episode 149)

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July 28, 2009 (Episode 150)

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July 29, 2009 (Episode 151)

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July 30, 2009 (Episode 152)

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July 30, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 153)

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July 31, 2009 (Episode 154)

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August 3, 2009 (Episode 155)

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August 4, 2009 (Episode 156)

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August 5, 2009 (Episode 157)

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August 6, 2009 (Episode 158)

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August 6, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 159)

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August 7, 2009 (Episode 160)

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August 10, 2009 (Episode 161)

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August 11, 2009 (Episode 162)

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August 12, 2009 (Episode 163)

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August 13, 2009 (Episode 164)

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August 13, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 165)

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August 14, 2009 (Episode 166)

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August 17, 2009 (Episode 167)

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August 18, 2009 (Episode 168)

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August 19, 2009 (Episode 169)

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August 20, 2009 (Episode 170)

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August 20, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 171)

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August 21, 2009 (Episode 172)

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August 24, 2009 (Episode 173)

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August 25, 2009 (Episode 174)

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August 26, 2009 (Episode 175)

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August 27, 2009 (Episode 176)

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August 27, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 177)

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August 28, 2009 (Episode 178)

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August 31, 2009 (Episode 179)

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September 1, 2009 (Episode 180)

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September 3, 2009 (Episode 181)

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September 3, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 182)

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September 4, 2009 (Episode 183)

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September 7, 2009 (Episode 184)

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September 8, 2009 (Episode 185)

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September 9, 2009 (Episode 186)

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September 10, 2009 (Episode 187)

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September 10, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 188)

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September 11, 2009 (Episode 189)

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September 14, 2009 (Episode 190)

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September 15, 2009 (Episode 191)

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September 16, 2009 (Episode 192)

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September 17, 2009 (Episode 193)

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September 17, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 194)

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September 18, 2009 (Episode 195)

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September 21, 2009 (Episode 196)

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September 22, 2009 (Episode 197)

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September 23, 2009 (Episode 198)

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September 24, 2009 (Episode 199)

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September 24, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 200)

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September 25, 2009 (Episode 201)

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September 28, 2009 (Episode 202)

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September 29, 2009 (Episode 203)

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September 30, 2009 (Episode 204)

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October 1, 2009 (Episode 205)

Air date: 2009-10-01

October 1, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 206)

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October 2, 2009 (Episode 207)

Air date: 2009-10-02

October 5, 2009 (Episode 208)

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October 6, 2009 (Episode 209)

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October 7, 2009 (Episode 210)

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October 8, 2009 (Episode 211)

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October 8, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 212)

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October 9, 2009 (Episode 213)

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October 12, 2009 (Episode 214)

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October 13, 2009 (Episode 215)

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October 14, 2009 (Episode 216)

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October 15, 2009 (Episode 217)

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October 15, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 218)

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October 16, 2009 (Episode 219)

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October 19, 2009 (Episode 220)

Air date: 2009-10-19

October 20, 2009 (Episode 221)

Air date: 2009-10-20

October 21, 2009 (Episode 222)

Air date: 2009-10-21

October 22, 2009 (Episode 223)

Air date: 2009-10-22

October 22, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 224)

Air date: 2009-10-22

October 23, 2009 (Episode 225)

Air date: 2009-10-23

October 26, 2009 (Episode 226)

Air date: 2009-10-26

October 27, 2009 (Episode 227)

Air date: 2009-10-27

October 28, 2009 (Episode 228)

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October 29, 2009 (Episode 229)

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October 29, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 230)

Air date: 2009-10-29

October 30, 2009 (Episode 231)

Air date: 2009-10-30

November 2, 2009 (Episode 232)

Air date: 2009-11-02

November 3, 2009 (Episode 233)

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November 4, 2009 (Episode 234)

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November 5, 2009 (Episode 235)

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November 5, 2009 [Episode 2] (Episode 236)

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November 6, 2009 (Episode 237)

Air date: 2009-11-06

Double Hearbreak (Episode 238)

Air date: 2009-11-09

Overview: Convinced Leyla was having an affair with Nathan, David confronted her and Leyla knew it was time she told him everything. David was devastated to hear that she had in fact slept with him, and all over taking some money from the shop. See his reaction in our episode highlights Was this the end of David and Leyla for good? Meanwhile, Laurel made it clear she was sick of Sally's interfering.

November 10, 2009 (Episode 239)

Air date: 2009-11-10

Overview: David was still devastated following Leyla's confession and was on a mission to teach Nathan a lesson, if for no other reason than he'd always hated him. Nathan provided him with the perfect opportunity when he caught Leyla leaving work and hurled abuse at her for being cheap and easy. David didn't need any more prompting...

Wed 11 Nov 2009 (Episode 240)

Air date: 2009-11-11

Overview: Laurel was at the end of her tether with Sally's interfering and told her in no uncertain terms that if she needed help, she would ask for it. Sally took this quite well but was fuming when Laurel told her she wasn't invited to Ashley's birthday celebrations.

Thur 12 Nov 2009 - Part 1 (Episode 241)

Air date: 2009-11-12

Overview: It was Ashley's birthday and Sally was determined not to be left out of the celebrations. However, even Ashley was in no mood to insist she join in and Sally was at the end of her jealous tether. Laurel found her doing the church correspondence and blasted her for deliberately interfering. Sally left the church, but before she did, she made sure Laurel would regret taking her for granted...

Thur 12 Nov 2009 - Part 2 (Episode 242)

Air date: 2009-11-12

Overview: Laurel worked on the church correspondence not realising the grave danger she was in until it was too late. The heater set fire to the curtain and within seconds, the flames were raging through the building. Laurel had lost her phone and her only chance of getting help was to ring the church bells.

November 13, 2009 (Episode 243)

Air date: 2009-11-13

Overview: The village was in shock following the church fire and worried sick about Laurel. However, Laurel eventually regained consciousness and was receiving visitors that evening. She was confused when Ashley told her the church doors had been open when he went in to save her. Did he believe her when she told him the door was locked? Elsewhere, David asked Priya out on a date.

Mon 16 Nov 2009 (Episode 244)

Air date: 2009-11-16

Overview: Doug couldn't bear to see Leyla and David so unhappy and had a word with David, reminding him what a great catch Leyla was. David plucked up the courage to speak to his ex. Was there any chance of a reunion? Elsewhere, Sally enjoyed ruling the roost while Laurel recovered in hospital.

Tue 17 Nov 2009 (Episode 245)

Air date: 2009-11-17

Overview: Nicola could tell that Laurel was uneasy about returning home and of course, she had every reason to be. Annoyed at no longer being the lady of the house, Sally waited for the first opportunity to do away with Laurel. When no one was around and Laurel was napping on the sofa, Sally picked up a cushion and was ready to do her worst. But then... Meanwhile, Marlon struggled to hide his jealousy when Moira was couply with John.

Wed 18 Jan 2008 (Episode 246)

Air date: 2009-11-18

Overview: To prove his trust to Charity, Cain took her and Debbie shopping, stopping at the storage unit first. Charity now knew exactly where he was keeping his money and told Carl she didn't need his help any more... Elsewhere, Laurel talked herself out of suspecting Sally.

Thur 19 Nov 2009 - Part 1 (Episode 247)

Air date: 2009-11-19

Overview: Debbie was thrilled that her parents had spent the night together and were seemingly 'back on'. Carl was determined that Charity wouldn't have her cake and eat and went through with his promise to tell Cain about their collusion. However, after convincing Cain that Carl was lying, Charity landed on her feet again when she came across the key to Cain's storage unit at the garage.

Thur 19 Nov 2009 - Part 2 (Episode 248)

Air date: 2009-11-19

Overview: Charity was clearly confused over her feelings for Cain. She was settling back into family life but she also had the key to his fortune. And people were starting to suspect that she was up to something... Meanwhile, Moira sussed that Marlon had a crush on her.

Fri 20 Nov 2009 (Episode 249)

Air date: 2009-11-20

Overview: Charity battled with her emotions over Cain and his money, unable to figure out what she really wanted. Later that night, Cain told her he was in love with her. But was that enough to make her change her plans? Elsewhere, Hannah went missing after getting drunk at Aaron's party.

Mon 23 Nov 2009 (Episode 250)

Air date: 2009-11-23

Overview: It wasn't long before Cain discovered his storage security card was missing. Putting two and two together, he headed straight to the unit with Debbie, to find Charity with his cash. What he didn't know was that she had changed her mind and was putting the money back. She wanted to be with him - but it was too late.

Tue 24 Nov 2009 (Episode 251)

Air date: 2009-11-24

Overview: Marlon was touched when Moira told him how grateful she was to him for looking out for Hannah. Unsurprisingly, he took this as further evidence that she fancied him. But even Paddy couldn't convince Marlon that his head was in the clouds. Was the chef heading for the biggest embarrassment of his life? Meanwhile, Cain blamed Debbie for Charity's betrayal, insisting she never should have allowed her mother back into their lives.

Wed 25 Nov 2009 (Episode 252)

Air date: 2009-11-25

Overview: Marlon finally bit the bullet and told Moira that he loved her. As you can imagine, she was virtually speechless... Elsewhere, Zak comforted Cain and Chas found out about Carl's involvement with Charity.

Thur 26 Nov 2009 (Episode 253)

Air date: 2009-11-26

Overview: Cain hit the roof when he found out Marlon had let Charity stay at Tall Trees. Storming over there, Cain literally threw all his money in her face and told her to take it, because that's all she was getting. Charity pleaded with Cain to believe that she wanted him, but the damage was done. There was nothing left for her in the village. Would she take the money and go?

Fri 27 Nov 2009 (Episode 254)

Air date: 2009-11-27

Overview: Mark couldn't hide his jealousy at Faye's blossoming relationship with Jai. She was stunned when Mark revealed he'd made a mistake. He didn't want to be with Natasha any more - he wanted her. Elsewhere, Sam convinced Olena to stay in the village for a while longer.

November 30, 2009 (Episode 255)

Air date: 2009-11-30

Overview: Belle, Will and Sam are showing Olena around Home Farm estate when Will collapses and starts convulsing. Belle runs to get help while Olena puts Will in the recovery position. But will this unexpected episode expose Olena to the authorities? Elsewhere, Charity begs Debbie for another chance. And at the factory, Priya is forced to step up her authority when her brothers threaten to sack Eli.

December 1, 2009 (Episode 256)

Air date: 2009-12-01

Overview: Worried that walking out on his family could affect Will's health, Mark told Faye they wouldn't be together until after Christmas. How did she take it? Meanwhile, Laurel told Sally it was time for her to move on.

December 2, 2009 (Episode 257)

Air date: 2009-12-02

Overview: When the church fire report concluded a heater had started the blaze, Laurel knew something was wrong. She went to the church and slowly pieced things together, realising that Sally must have moved the heater and locked her inside. But Laurel had a big problem on her hands... Ashley refused to believe her allegations. Would Sally succeed in getting rid of Laurel after all? Meanwhile, Jai guessed that Faye was having an affair with Mark.

December 3, 2009 (Episode 258)

Air date: 2009-12-03

Overview: Ashley refused to believe Laurel's allegations against Sally, so she threatened to walk out. But Ashley stood by Sally, believing Laurel was deluded following the fire. Laurel packed a bag and left. Was her marriage over? Elsewhere, Maisie was in serious trouble with Katie.

December 4, 2009 (Episode 259)

Air date: 2009-12-04

Overview: Sally offered to leave Mulberry to make Ashley believe she was trying to be helpful. There was a brief respite when Laurel came home, believing Sally had left the village. But she was staying at Edna's and when Laurel found out, a blazing row with Ashley ended with Laurel leaving the village instead. Could Ashley and Laurel's marriage survive Sally's sabotage?

December 7, 2009 (Episode 260)

Air date: 2009-12-07

Overview: Doug was furious that Ashley was siding with Sally over Laurel and told him that if she never came back it would be his fault. Meanwhile, Sally had to hide her glee as Edna broke the news that Laurel had left the village. When would she make her move? Elsewhere, Diane found out that Val and Eric were opening a restaurant at the B&B.

December 8, 2009 (Episode 261)

Air date: 2009-12-08

Overview: Adam was confused when Aaron appeared to have gone off Holly, but Aaron insisted he was playing it cool so she would come running. Was this really what was going on? Elsewhere, Charity felt very alone when no one would speak to her, and Doug told Ashley he wouldn't allow Laurel to get hurt any more.

December 9, 2009 (Episode 262)

Air date: 2009-12-09

Overview: Doug had some harsh words for Ashley but was all ready to apologise when he returned home to find his son-in-law drinking wine with Sally. That was the last straw and when Ashley wouldn't make Sally leave, Doug decided he would. Elsewhere, Holly was gutted when Aaron made it clear he no longer fancied her.

Thur 10 Dec 2009 - Part 1 (Episode 263)

Air date: 2009-12-10

Overview: Adam and Aaron were out driving when they almost had a serious accident. Aaron cut his head, but as Adam leant in to check out the injury, Aaron did something very unexpected… Shadrach and Zak found Sam talking to someone. Zak realised something was up and started heading upstairs, but before Sam could stop him Olena stepped out and decided to give herself up.

Thur 10 Dec 2009 - Part 2 (Episode 264)

Air date: 2009-12-10

Overview: Adam confronted Aaron about his attempt to kiss him and questioned his sexuality, while a mortified Aaron furiously denied what he had just done. Nicola booked a fancy restaurant for Scarlett's 18th birthday despite Jimmy's protests. Charity revealed to Marlon that she was going to find a job to pay for Debbie's Christmas present as she was determined not to spend Cain's money. And a terrified Lizzie told Marlon and Charity she was attacked.

Fri 11 Dec 2009 (Episode 265)

Air date: 2009-12-11

Overview: Aaron continued to ignore Paddy in an attempt to shut out the events of the night before. Adam dropped in to see Aaron and talk through the previous evening, but Aaron flatly denied anything happened between them. Meanwhile Nicola was shocked when Scarlett insisted she wasn't going to claim her inheritance until she knew what to do with it.

Mon 14 Dec 2009 (Episode 266)

Air date: 2009-12-14

Overview: Debbie found out about Charity's church donation, and tried to get the cash back - knowing that Cain would go mental once he realised what had happened. Meanwhile Adam told Holly to steer clear of Aaron, but didn’t explain why, and poor Ashley struggled with the thought of facing Christmas alone. Plus Moira and John worried about Hannah after she pretended to be ill to skive off school

Tue 15 Dec (Episode 267)

Air date: 2009-12-15

Overview: Adam was worried when Holly went out for a drink with Aaron and his fears were confirmed when Aaron kisses Holly passionately in front of him. Meanwhile, Charity was over the moon when the Sharmas give her a job, and Marlon and Eli were worried about Lizzie's state of mind. And it all blew up when Pollard changed his mind about giving Olena a job...

Wed 16 Dec (Episode 268)

Air date: 2009-12-16

Overview: Carl and Charity had a falling out in The Woolpack. After Debbie jumped in, she let slip that Chas knew about the money all along. Carl went mad at Chas and she stormed out. Katie tried to set up Maisie and Jai, and they got on famously until Maisie realised what Jai had in store for her back at Holdgate. And Lisa was flattered when her art teacher tells her she'd make an excellent model, but was taken aback after he asked her to pose nude!

Thu 17 Dec 2009 - Part 1 (Episode 269)

Air date: 2009-12-17

Overview: It's was all go in the garage when Carl threatened to kill Debbie if she didn't give him the money. Charity then stepped in with a large spade and took out his legs. Later Charity and Debbie filled Chas in on Carl's behaviour, she was devastated that he put the money berfore her - but he left without listening. Plus Sally turned on her charm on Ashley when she dropped by - but he refused to fall for it.

Thur 17 Dec 2009 - Part 2 (Episode 270)

Air date: 2009-12-17

Fri 18 Dec (Episode 271)

Air date: 2009-12-18

Overview: Ashley was about to lose the plot, when Laurel called - unfortunately she only wanted to make a time to see Gabby. And Edna begged with Ashley to return to work, but he couldn't manage it. Charity was pleasantly surprised when Debbie invited her and Noah over for Christmas Day, whilst Carl and Chas had naother fight over the money. And Mark and Faye agreed they'd let everyone they're together after Christmas.

Mon 21 Dec 2009 (Episode 272)

Air date: 2009-12-21

Overview: Sally concocted a plan when she found out Laurel used to organise the Church carol service and surprised Ashley by arranging it all herself. He was touched and gave a moving speech - has she managed to reel him back in? Maisie helped Ryan buy a Christmas present for Katie and the two ended up playfully teasing each other as they shopped. Meanwhile, Terry prepared a dinner party for Val and Pollard, who had to admit his stew was tasty - and eventually agreed simple home cooking could make a profit.

Tue 22 Dec 2009 (Episode 273)

Air date: 2009-12-22

Overview: Lisa initially rejected Holly's request to be a nude life model for her art class, but the thought of the money spurred her on. But she didn't tell Zak where she had been as she knew he wouldn't approve. Ryan and Katie carried a worse-for-wear Maisie home from the pub and Ryan helped put her to bed on Katie's sofa. Maisie told him she liked him looking after her... And Nikhil was taken aback when Adele kissed him under the mistletoe in the pub.

Wed 23 Dec 2009 (Episode 274)

Air date: 2009-12-23

Overview: Debbie was angry that Cain returned to Emmerdale. But not as shocked as Cain when he realised Charity was still knocking about the Dales. Maisie was hungover after her boozy night, and felt awkward around Ryan. While he felt guilty about his feelings for Maisie, and took out Katie to dinner to make up for it. Sally was pleased when she found out that Ashley wasn't getting back together with Laurel.

Thur 24 Dec 2009 (Episode 275)

Air date: 2009-12-24

Overview: He might have promised Debbie he’d stay out of trouble, but Cain still went for Carl with a spanner after he found out that he'd attacked her. Faye gave Mark a ring as a Xmas present and Natasha got suspicious when she found him being super-nice to the kids. Plus Lisa lied to Zak about where she got the money for Belle’s lap top.

Fri 25 Dec 2009 (Episode 276)

Air date: 2009-12-25

Overview: Charity and Cain had a big fight over Christmas dinner at Wishing Well. But things took an unexpected and romantic turn for the ex-lovers when Charity proposed! Meanwhile Mark divided the day between Faye and his family, and Aaron felt weird around Adam at the Barton’s when they were paired up for karaoke. Plus Nicola and Jimmy spent their first Christmas with baby Angelica, and Ashley had a tragic meeting with Laurel.

Mon 28 Dec 2009 (Episode 277)

Air date: 2009-12-28

Overview: Cain and Charity break some big news to the Dingles, but will it make up for Christmas? Meanwhile, Mark and Faye decide to come clean... Elsewhere, Maisie talks to Ryan about her feelings.

Tue 29 Dec 2009 (Episode 278)

Air date: 2009-12-29

Overview: Zak and Lisa argued about her nude modelling, with Zak insisting: "Only I'm supposed to see those things!" Meanwhile, Carl reluctantly offered his congratulations to Cain and Charity. Elsewhere, Ryan couldn't resist Maisie any longer and took her quite by surprise.

Wed 30 Dec 2009 (Episode 279)

Air date: 2009-12-30

Overview: Natasha saw a 'To Let' sign outside Faye's house and stopped by to tell her good riddance. What she didn't know was that Mark had been with Faye just moments before and she didn't plan on leaving the village alone... Will Natasha suss what her husband is up to before he walks out on her? Elsewhere, Maisie was happy to hear that Katie and Ryan were coming to the pub on New Year's Eve and Zak gave Lisa the go-ahead for more nude modelling.

Thur 31 Dec - Part 1 (Episode 280)

Air date: 2009-12-31

Thur 31 Dec - Part 2 (Episode 281)

Air date: 2009-12-31

Overview: Maisie added some festive spice to the Woolpack New Year's Eve party by getting a slap from Faye. Despite his initial annoyance at Maisie's behaviour, it wasn't long before Ryan was kissing her passionately in the shadows leaving Katie to wonder where her boyfriend was. Meanwhile, the villagers cracked on with the celebrations, not knowing what explosive revelations the New Year would bring...