Passions are sizzling and lives are on the line in a particularly dramatic Emmerdale Christmas – as a result, lives are thrown into chaos.
Tracy Shankley (Amy Walsh) and Caleb Miligan (William Ash) take a risk too far as they enjoy festive frolics – and it’s not long before they’re caught in the act.
But the danger they are in is nothing compared to what Mack Boyd (Lawrence Robb) faces at the hands of sinister Damon (Robert Beck).
Held at gunpoint, a shot rings out, but who has taken the bullet?
Meanwhile, another family is in pandemonium as Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) struggles to cope with his new house guests.
Can he overcome his frustrations and bring about a union over Christmas dinner?
And elsewhere, there is marriage on the cards as Belle (Eden Taylor-Draper) springs a surprise proposal.
Christmas Day
Mackenzie is in peril and things get serious when the hostage horror leads to a gunshot ringing out.
Meanwhile, Christmas at Butler’s is under way and it’s not long before Caleb and Tracy share a charged moment alone.
A little later and with everyone leaving, Tracy stays behind to look after the kids. Offering to stay back with her, Caleb and Tracy get the alone time they were hoping for.
It’s not long before Tracy and Caleb are caught in the act by someone.
Elsewhere, a picture-perfect Christmas morning is spoiled when Marlon reaches breaking point with Gus and then storms off.
Boxing Day
Amit is uneasy when Suni urges him to tell the truth about the day Rishi died.
Meanwhile, Rhona tries to hide her unease.
Elsewhere, Aaron is desperate for information.
Wednesday December 27
Belle is given food for thought when Chas pushes her to give the proposal another try, but she’s scuppered yet again when Sam drags her away for a birthday surprise.
With Leyla’s help, Belle forms a new plan.
Meanwhile, Suni fills Nicky in, while Mary makes a suggestion.
Thursday December 28
A blindfolded Tom gets led onto an ice rink by Leyla. He’s mesmerised when he sees that Belle has arranged a proposal with the help of Torvill and Dean.
Belle is elated when Tom says yes. As Torvill and Dean skate over, Tom has his fanboy moment.
Heath and Cathy come up with a plan to get to a party in Hotten.
Friday December 29
Tom presents Belle with his mum’s ring.
Meanwhile, Nicola convinces Bob to help her.
Elsewhere, Heath and Cathy have a plan.
