Emmerdale: 15th > 19th March 2010 - Episode guide

Find out what happens this week for the residents of Emmerdale!


Monday 15th March 2010
(Episode 5556)

Ashley (Charlotte Bellamy) and Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) arrange for Doug (Duncan Preston) to babysit while they enjoy an evening at the pub. On their way home the couple seem to be happier than ever. But has Sally (Sian Reeves) really gone for good?

After finding out that Andy (Kelvin Fletcher) knew about Debbie’s (Charley Webb) plans to leave, Cain (Jeff Hordley) angrily confronts him. Doug (Duncan Preston) is shocked when Natasha (Amanda Donohoe) reveals she’s had a customer complaint against him.


Tuesday 16th March 2010
(Episode 5557)

Zak (Steve Halliwell) is uneasy as Lisa (Jane Cox) makes preparations in case she goes to prison. In court the judge sentences Lisa to two months and Zak is left crushed. How will the Dingle’s cope without Lisa?

Nicola (Nicola Wheeler) gives Anya’s (Millie Archer) vegetarianism short shrift and feeds her spaghetti Bolognese. Carl (Tom Lister) explodes when Anya reveals she was tricked into eating meat. Sally (Sian Reeves) menacingly throws a brick at Diane’s (Elizabeth Estensen) car before mischievously letting herself into vacant Mulberry and rearranging the fridge magnets.


Wednesday 17th March 2010
(Episode 5558)

Nicola (Nicola Wheeler) leaves Angelica (Rebecca Bakes) unattended for a minute whilst she speaks to Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy). However, when she returns to her Angelica is gone. Frantic, Nicola quickly blames Thomas (Connor Hill) and Anya (Millie Archer) whilst Laurel calls the police and Nikhil (Rik Makarem) arranges a search party.

Laurel and Ashley (John Middleton) rush to the church when they hear the bells ringing. Sally (Sian Reeves) remains hidden inside and overhears Laurel talking about going away tomorrow night. Zak (Steve Halliwell) is curt with Olena (Carolin Stoltz) when she tries to comfort Belle (Eden Taylor-Draper) and decides it's time to give them some space.


Thursday 18th March 2010
(Episode 5559 / 5560)

Sally (Sian Reeves) watches as Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) and Sandy (Freddie Jones) say their goodbyes before heading to Devon. Later, Ashley’s (John Middleton) stunned when Sally pays him a visit.

Belle (Eden Taylor-Draper) convinces Will (Oscar Lloyd) to skip school to keep her company as she attempts to visit Lisa (Jane Cox) in prison. Rodney (Patrick Mower) goes on another date with Sue (Jan Francis) and is relieved when they avoid a meeting with Nicola (Nicola Wheeler).

Jimmy (Nick Miles) is concerned when Nicola (Nicola Wheeler) reveals a rota for Mill Cottage to share the living room. It only provokes an argument with Carl (Tom Lister) and fed up, Nicola storms out. Paddy (Dominic Brunt) is frustrated when Aaron (Danny Miller) lies about getting into trouble at college.


Friday 19th March 2010
(Episode 5561)

Ashley (John Middleton) keeps a brave face when Laurel returns. Aaron (Danny Miller) feels dejected when Holly’s (Sophie Powles) friendliness holds no promise of romantic reconciliation. Alone, he stands outside a gay bar and contemplates going in. Will Aaron take the next step in admitting his true feelings?

Zak (Steve Halliwell) feels sorry for Belle (Eden Taylor-Draper) when he leaves to see Lisa (Jane Cox) in prison.


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