Series 10

1981-01-06

Annie Sugden is troubled by long-awaited news - and it's up to Sam Pearson to reassure her.

1981-01-08

Jack is thrilled to see his friend has come to see him, and is a hit with the women of Beckindale. Meanwhile, Derek and Tom are charged with theft.

1981-01-13

Joe questions where Jack's loyalties lie when Jack tries to help the Merricks by seeing if Joe can get the charges dropped. Meanwhile, Annie is worried about her upcoming operation, and Ian asks Helen for a job, but is turned down.

1981-01-15

Dolly is upset when Jack goes off at her for scratching the Land Rover. Meanwhile, Amos goes on the warpath after discovering that Seth has been selling homemade beer.

1981-01-20

Ian's love for the country way of life forces him to see his future in a new light.

1981-01-22

The friction between Joe and Jack has been getting worse. Can Sam make them see reason?

1981-01-27

With Annie in hospital for her operation, it's a time of anxiety for the family - especially Sam.

1981-01-29

Sam and Henry visit a farm museum and Henry discovers a few home truths.

1981-02-03

Jackie's future is uncertain, but a confrontation between Pat and Tom only makes things worse.

1981-02-05

Richard has gone ahead with some unpopular policies at NY Estates and Seth is spoiling for a fight.

1981-02-10

Jackie may be on the same slippery slope as his father. Can anyone in the village offer him help?

1981-02-12

Seth delivers his ultimatum to Richard - and gets something he hadn't bargained for.

1981-02-17

When Jack meets the outspoken and fiery Enoch, their conversation is far from neighbourly.

1981-02-19

A problem in the Tolly family sends Grace to Hotten, but a major crisis awaits her return home as Enoch dies in a tractor accident.

1981-02-24

Eyebrows are raised in the village when Seth reveals a few things about his past.

1981-02-26

When Amos is troubled about security at The Woolpack, he decides to tackle the problem in his own individual way.

1981-03-03

Richard is keen to go ahead with his controversial plans for the beef herd. Will Joe be able to deal with the opposition?

1981-03-05

Burglar alarms should go off when there's burglary - but the one Amos bought seems to have a mind of its own!

1981-03-10

Dolly is excited at the prospect of a home of her own, but Matt isn't quite as optimistic.

1981-03-12

Daniel's resignation from NY Estates troubles Joe, but will it provide an answer to Grace's problems?

1981-03-17

The family prepares to welcome Annie home after her operation - but a new set of problems awaits her return.

1981-03-19

Amos doesn't raise objections to Henry's plan to take a holiday - until Henry reveals where he's going!

1981-03-24

Tom claims to have learned his lesson at the court hearing, but Annie isn't taken in.

1981-03-26

Adjusting to a broken marriage is never easy as Pat discovers to her cost.

1981-03-31

Preparations for the protest meeting are underway, but there's a shock in store for Jack.

1981-04-02

Things are looking bleak for the protestors in the village, but Henry has a trick up his sleeve.

1981-04-07

Sam returns from his holidays, only to hear some disturbing rumours about Jack.

1981-04-09

The burglar in Beckindale is ready to strike again and it's anybody's guess whose house will be the next target.

1981-04-14

Matt was sceptical about Jack's bargain buy at Hotten Market - and it looks like he had good reason.

1981-04-16

Richard's plans for NY Estates extend into local property speculation - but there are bound to be objections in the village.

1981-04-21

Whenever Jackie brushes with the law, the villagers jump to conclusions and it's up to Donald to put people right.

1981-04-23

Sgt. MacArthur puts an end to the burglaries in the village - but not until one more victim has been claimed.

1981-04-28

Jack's back injury has put him out of action on the farm; but he's still quite capable of putting a strain on the family.

1981-04-30

Dolly is finding her playgroup course very absorbing, but Matt is beginning to feel a little shut out.

1981-05-05

Richard's plan to divert another footpath has angered a group of ramblers. The argument gets fiercer when Joe intervenes.

1981-05-07

Henry attempts to master local support against the footpath diversion - and gets some surprising reactions.

1981-05-12

Philip Haskell challenges Richard over his interest in Alder Cottages.

1981-05-14

Dolly still hasn't got a contribution for the playgroup exhibition - but Matt and Sam have something up their sleeves.

1981-05-19

An unexpected delivery brings trouble for Amos - and a surprise for Henry!

1981-05-21

Pat is reaching the end of her tether, but when Jack tries to help it means problems at Emmerdale Farm.

1981-05-26

Dolly is enthusiastic about the Haskell's new home, but Matt's got too much on his plate to take any interest.

1981-05-28

Jackie isn't looking forward to the Youth Club dance, but Andy is determined to make the evening a success.

1981-06-02

There is trouble with a poacher on NY Estates, and catching him is only the start of Seth's problems.

1981-06-04

Jack's break is over and it's time to settle back to work at Emmerdale Farm - but it's not that easy.

1981-06-09

Pat is in the thick of her divorce - but she still finds some of her solicitor's questions difficult to answer.

1981-06-11

The playgroup is short of funds and it's Dolly's job to try and raise money. It's not long before the whole village gets involved.

1981-06-16

Richard returns after his trip away, and there are one or two unpleasant surprises waiting for him at Home Farm.

1981-06-18

The evening before publication is a trying time for any journalist but for Amos, it's a nightmare!

1981-06-23

Matt doesn't relish the thought of dinner with the Haskells while Dolly finds the evening something of an eye-opener.

1981-06-25

Donald is looking forward to a memorable day's cricket. Jack and Pat will remember the occasion for different reasons.

1981-09-08

Jack is determined to improve profits at Emmerdale Farm, but his plans for the farm provoke bitter arguments in the family.

1981-09-10

There's a surprise in store for Matt and Dolly when they decide on an evening out - and it brings a hint of scandal to the village.

1981-09-15

Amos can cope with a plumbing problem at The Woolpack as well as anyone else - Or he thinks he can.

1981-09-17

When the Chairman of NY Estates comes to Beckindale, it's an event for the villagers, but for Richard, it's a headache.

1981-09-22

Pat relies on Jack's support during the divorce hearing - but her children don't appreciate his involvement.

1981-09-24

Joe's ideas have impressed NY Estates head office, but Richard is furious. Is this the start of a rift between them?

1981-09-29

Joe is being put under increasing pressure at NY Estates - and his patience is beginning to wear thin.

1981-10-01

There's some good news in store for Dolly at the playgroup - but she soon finds every silver lining has its cloud.

1981-10-06

The student at NY Estates is a burden for Joe Sugden, but he has quite a different effect on Sandie Merrick.

1981-10-08

Jack is anxious to get on with the Merrick children, but Jackie is becoming more and more hostile.

1981-10-13

The Sugdens are off to Connelton Gymkhana, but Joe has a difficult decision to make before he can enjoy himself.

1981-10-15

It's the day of reckoning at the parish council meeting - and time for Henry to redeem himself with Dolly.

1981-10-20

Joe realises he needs to take action over the pig unit

1981-10-22

Jack and Matt have different plans for the farm and with money in short supply, the two men are on a collision course.

1981-10-27

A shotgun is invaluable to a responsible gamekeeper - but just how responsible is Jackie?

1981-10-29

Joe and Richard both have to face the managing director of NY Estates - and one of them is in for a hard time.

1981-11-03

Jack is still being obstinate about Matt's sheep shelter. It's time for Annie to tell Jack a few home truths.

1981-11-05

There's a shock in store for Dolly when she visits her Aunt Jessie in Darlington.