Emmerdale — Series 10

Jan 1981

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

Jan 1981

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.

Jan 1981

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.

Jan 1981

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.

Jan 1981

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

Jan 1981

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

Jan 1981

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

Jan 1981

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

Feb 1981

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

Feb 1981

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

Feb 1981

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

Feb 1981

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

Feb 1981

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

Feb 1981

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.

Feb 1981

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

Feb 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Mar 1981

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

Apr 1981

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

Apr 1981

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

Apr 1981

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

Apr 1981

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

Apr 1981

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

Apr 1981

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

Apr 1981

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

Apr 1981

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.

Apr 1981

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

May 1981

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

May 1981

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

May 1981

Philip Haskell challenges Richard over his interest in Alder Cottages.

May 1981

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

May 1981

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

May 1981

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

May 1981

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

May 1981

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

Jun 1981

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

Jun 1981

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

Jun 1981

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

Jun 1981

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.

Jun 1981

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

Jun 1981

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

Jun 1981

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

Jun 1981

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

Sept 1981

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

Sept 1981

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.

Sept 1981

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

Sept 1981

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

Sept 1981

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

Sept 1981

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

Sept 1981

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

Oct 1981

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

Oct 1981

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

Oct 1981

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

Oct 1981

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

Oct 1981

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

Oct 1981

Joe realises he needs to take action over the pig unit

Oct 1981

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

Oct 1981

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

Oct 1981

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

Nov 1981

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

Nov 1981

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