Christmas Week: 15 HUGE Twists (22-26 Dec) | Emmerdale
Christmas in Emmerdale is anything but peaceful next week, as secrets unravel, old wounds reopen, and one disappearance threatens to destroy everything. From Robron under attack to Kim Tate facing a lonely reckoning, here are 15 unmissable moments airing between 22–26 December.
1️⃣ It’s WAR between Ross and Aaron
Ross is left deeply shaken when Aaron and Robert decide to bring Seb back to the village. The move reopens old wounds, with Ross admitting that letting Rebecca’s son go was one of the hardest things he’s ever done. His unresolved grief boils over, and with neither Ross nor Aaron willing to back down, the feud explodes.
2️⃣ Robron come under attack
When Aaron discovers his car windscreen smashed, his thoughts immediately turn to Ross. Consumed by anger, he’s ready for revenge — but it soon becomes clear Ross is innocent. Someone else is watching from the shadows… and this is only the beginning.
3️⃣ Robert makes a chilling discovery
Tensions rise when Aaron accuses Ross of torching the pot plants outside the flat. Ross has a solid alibi, forcing Robert to dig deeper. When the truth finally clicks, Robert realises something terrifying: a far more dangerous enemy is at work.
4️⃣ Robert disappears on Christmas Day
The village gathers outside The Woolpack, mulled wine flowing and festive cheer in the air — until Robert suddenly heads off on a mysterious errand. When he doesn’t return, panic sets in. Aaron and Victoria fear the worst as Christmas takes a dark turn.
5️⃣ Paddy is missing Bear
All Paddy wants for Christmas is his dad. His heartbreak is clear as he struggles with Bear’s absence. Meanwhile, over at Celia’s farm, Bear endures a bleak and joyless Christmas as a forced worker — a devastating contrast.
6️⃣ Bear comforts Ray
Bear learns that Celia and Ray may flee the village, leaving him behind. Ray opens up about his heartbreak over Laurel, and Bear unexpectedly becomes the voice of reason, urging Ray to chase happiness while he still can.
7️⃣ Ray and Laurel: back on?
Inspired by Bear, Ray invites Laurel for an early Christmas tea, complete with a festive surprise. The chemistry is undeniable, but with Celia looming over everything, the reunion feels dangerously fragile.
8️⃣ Kim rejects Joe’s peace offering
After Lydia admits she and Sam caused Kim’s accident, Joe tries to make amends. Kim cancels her family Christmas and coldly rejects Joe’s olive branch, proving her bitterness runs deeper than ever.
9️⃣ Kim takes a tumble
Kim’s stubborn independence backfires when she suffers a fall and is left stranded on the floor at Home Farm. Lydia rushes to help — much to Kim’s fury — refusing to leave her alone despite being ordered out.
🔟 Kim is haunted by the past
Joe makes one last attempt at reconciliation, but Kim turns him away again. Alone, she’s confronted by old Christmas photos, forcing her to face painful memories and the reality of her isolation.
1️⃣1️⃣ A romantic proposal
Elsewhere in the village, love briefly triumphs as one resident gets down on one knee. Will the answer be yes — and could wedding bells be ringing in 2026?
1️⃣2️⃣ Charity and Vanessa spend Christmas together
Charity spirals when she’s forced to spend Christmas Day with Vanessa. With alcohol flowing, she fears Vanessa might reveal their recent intimacy. Later, Charity cuddles up to Mack — unaware that a huge threat is looming.
1️⃣3️⃣ Sarah and Jacob look to the future
Sarah and Jacob excitedly plan their gender reveal party, filled with hope — until something happens that leaves Jacob furious. Suddenly, the celebration feels far from certain.
1️⃣4️⃣ Charles, Claudette & Jimmy remember the past
At the graveyard, Charles, Claudette, and Jimmy come together to reflect on loved ones they’ve lost. Their quiet moment is a powerful reminder of grief, memory, and resilience.
1️⃣5️⃣ Marlon senses danger
A life-changing decision hangs in the balance for someone in the village. Elsewhere, Marlon is plagued by unease, convinced something isn’t right — and as Christmas unfolds, it’s clear not everyone will find peace under the tree.
🎁 Bottom line:
This is classic Emmerdale Christmas chaos — disappearances, heartbreak, romance, and secrets on the brink of exposure.
👉 Which storyline are you most worried about? Will Robert make it home? Can Robron survive? And is Kim truly alone this Christmas?
