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  • Emmerdale spoilers: The survivors struggle to get out of the limo on the ice as those inside have life-threatening injuries

    Emmerdale spoilers: The survivors struggle to get out of the limo on the ice as those inside have life-threatening injuries

    In next week’s Emmerdale spoilers, the 17 victims of the limo crash face a battle for survival as the vehicle sinks into the icy lake. Who will manage to break free from the wreckage and is someone about to meet a watery grave?

    Will someone die as the limo plunges through the ice?
    The limo is in a perilous position on the ice (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Tragedy strikes as the limo crashes

    Multiple lives are left hanging in the balance after the terrifying accident, which saw two limousines crash.

    Inside one car were the men of the village. Caleb Miligan was acting as chauffeur for the night and driving Liam Cavanagh, Sam Dingle, Mackenzie Boyd, Bear Wolf, Matty Barton, Paddy Kirk and Cain Dingle. The atmosphere inside was tense as Caleb confronted Cain over his betrayal with Ruby. An argument broke out between the brothers and Caleb swerved to miss an oncoming truck.

    Travelling in the other limo were the ladies. Charity Dingle was behind the wheel and taking her passengers Kerry Wyatt, Tracy Robinson, Vanessa Woodfield, Chas Dingle, Leyla Cavanagh, Mandy Dingle, Suzy Merton and Amy Barton and Charity Dingle. The mood was high amongst the ladies, as the booze flowed. That all changed when Charity came off the road to avoid mowing down Noah.

    Shocking scenes saw one of the limos plough onto a vast frozen lake. Which villagers were inside?

    All the victims of the limo crash in Emmerdale
    One or more of these victims could meet a watery end (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers reveal a body trapped under the ice

    The impact the crash caused those inside to be thrown around all over the place. As the limo comes to a stop on the lake, terror sets in as those trapped realise the perilous danger they’re in.

    Amongst the injured, there’s one person who’s found to not be breathing. Will they regain consciousness or are they beyond help?

    Others start to come round as they take in their surroundings and realise they’re stranded. Sounds of the creaking ice under the weight of the heavy limo only add to their panic.

    As events spiral, one unlucky person finds themselves trapped underneath the ice. The flashforward at New Year saw a hand banging on the ice for escape, but whose hand was it? This person sinks down towards a watery grave until someone else reaches into the sub zero waters and pulls them out.

    Who was the body under the ice? And does this mean they are safe? Or is there about to be another tragic twist?

    Read more: ITV announces all new schedule for Emmerdale in 2026

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  • Emmerdale spoilers: The cause of both crashes revealed as one limo is in perilous danger

    Emmerdale spoilers: The cause of both crashes revealed as one limo is in perilous danger

    New Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal the fate of the terrifying limo crash, which leaves the lives of 17 locals in danger. Valentine’s night ends in tragedy when two limos – one containing the ladies of the village, the other the men – swerve off the road in separate incidents. But which vehicle ploughs into the icy lake?

    All the victims of the limo crash in Emmerdale
    Viewers will learn who is inside the limo on the lake (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers reveal multiple lives on the line

    The guys and girls of Emmerdale had been enjoying a night out in town. Kerry Wyatt won a limo ride in a raffle, and decided to celebrate with her girlfriends. She invited Tracy Robinson, Vanessa Woodfield, Chas Dingle, Leyla Cavanagh, Mandy Dingle, Suzy Merton, Amy Barton and Charity Dingle to join in the fun.

    Liam, who still wanted to go ahead with his plan to propose to girlfriend Chas, made last-minute plans for a boys’ night. A separate limo was booked to take him, Sam Dingle, Mackenzie Boyd, Bear Wolf, Matty Barton, Paddy Dingle, Caleb Miligan and Cain Dingle into town.

    The cars were dropped off in Main Street with no drivers, so Caleb and Charity agreed to take on the role of chauffeur. The journeys got underway, and the mood was high in the ladies’ limousine as Mandy helped put Liam’s romantic proposal into action. Full of fizz and giddy with excitement, everyone was having a great time.

    Meanwhile, the atmosphere couldn’t have been more different amongst the men. Caleb was out for revenge after discovering Cain slept with Ruby. It wasn’t long before a huge row broke out between the brothers.

    Moments later, both limos were seen careering across the road… but which one ended up in the water?

    Who is inside the limo on the lake in Emmerdale
    One limo ends up plunging into an icy lake (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Which limo is in danger?

    This week, the action picks up right from where it left off. Viewers see a raging Caleb forced to swerve the wheel to avoid crashing into an oncoming truck.

    Meanwhile, distracted by what’s going on behind her, Charity suddenly sees someone in the road. It’s Noah and he’s in a disorientated state, stumbling in the dark. What on earth has happened to Noah? With only seconds to act, Charity has to veer the vehicle in order to not hit her son.

    The impact of the crashes causes both groups of passengers to be thrown around. Inside, bodies, glasses and other loose items all collide with one another as the cars spin out of control.

    In the aftermath, one of the limousines is left stranded on the middle of a frozen lake. The ice starts to crack, giving way to the freezing water below. But whose car is in perilous danger? And is someone about to meet a watery end?

    Read more: All the clues that Caleb is leaving Emmerdale

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  • Emmerdale spoilers: Noah spiked and taken to a private hospital as Joe acts suspiciously

    Emmerdale spoilers: Noah spiked and taken to a private hospital as Joe acts suspiciously

    In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Noah ends up in hospital after falling victim to a scary spiking. The incident has got Joe Tate’s name written all over it, but is he using Noah as part of a bigger agenda?

    Noah Dingle in hospital in Emmerdale
    Noah ends up in hospital after getting spiked (Credit: ITV)

    Noah in danger from Joe in Emmerdale spoilers

    Ever since he arrived back in the village Joe’s been on a secret mission. His end game isn’t yet clear, but he’s been targeting Noah and causing trouble for the lad. After leaving scathing online reviews about Noah’s work as an electrician, Joe then tried to convince him to move to Dubai.

    The scheming Tate sold his sibling the dream, promising a life of luxury working overseas. Noah was tempted, but ultimately decided to stay put in the village – much to Joe’s annoyance. When Noah’s tools mysteriously went missing from his van there was no doubt Joe was behind the theft.

    With his business in ruins, Noah told Joe he’d accept the job in Dubai after all. But Joe’s celebrations were cut short when Noah and Charity revealed they knew about his scheming. Joe was warned by Cain never to speak to Noah again and it seemed to be game over. However, a mysterious phone call soon suggested Joe wasn’t done.

    Joe Tate in Emmerdale
    Joe comes to Noah’s aid, but it’s all an act (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Joe feigns concern for Noah

    The plot thickened the night of the limo crash when Charity almost ran Noah over. The disorientated teen was seeing stumbling around in the road and Charity had to swerve to miss him. But what on earth was Noah doing in the middle of nowhere at night?

    Following the near-miss, Noah is taken to hospital to undergo tests. And it isn’t long before Joe turns up on scene, full of apparent concern for his young brother. What a snake!

    Noah starts experiencing flashbacks in Emmerdale
    Noah remembers being in another hospital bed (Credit: ITV)

    Noah experiences terrifying flashbacks

    Later that day, the doctors reveal all signs are pointing towards Noah being under the influence of drugs. And the medics reckon he was spiked.

    A chilling realisation also dawns on Noah when he starts to experience flashbacks. Although these visions aren’t totally clear, Noah can recall lying in a bed at a private hospital. We all know there’s a medical issue at the root of Joe’s sinister scam. Did he get Noah sent to the private facility? Everything is pointing towards that being the truth. But what on earth is he up to?

    Joe has already shown what he’s capable of, but what other terror might he have in store for Noah?

    Read more: Who are Joe Tate’s mum and dad in Emmerdale? 

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  • Everything to expect from Emmerdale ice stunt scenes as Amy Walsh teases ‘a lot of tears, a lot of ice and a lot of blood’

    Everything to expect from Emmerdale ice stunt scenes as Amy Walsh teases ‘a lot of tears, a lot of ice and a lot of blood’

    The next couple of weeks in Emmerdale look to be very dramatic and now Amy Walsh has confirmed just this as she teases ice stunt chaos.

    With two limousines crashing in separate incidents, the drama will just keep on coming.

    Here’s everything we can expect from Emmerdale’s big limo ice stunt.

    Amy Walsh smiling on Lorraine
    Amy’s teased lots of drama (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale star Amy Walsh teases ‘lots of blood’ in ice stunt

    With Amy Walsh’s character Tracy Robinson being a passenger in the girls’ limo, she’s now teased what we can expect from the big stunt.

    And, Emmerdale doesn’t look to be doing things by halves. They’re going all out with a double stunt.

    The actress hinted: “There are a lot of tears, a lot of ice and a lot of blood and all the rest of it. So, it’s definitely worth tuning in for. I don’t think it will feel like your average soap watch with your tea in front of the telly thing.”

    She then ended: “I think it’s a matter of getting the kids to bed and getting it on. I think it will be a white-knuckle ride.”

    But, what exactly happens and who will suffer injuries that will prove to be fatal?

    All the victims of the limo crash in Emmerdale
    Sixteen passengers are at risk (Credit: ITV)

    Everything to expect from limousine crash week

    So, what do we know so far about the big stunt? Well, obviously some big secrets are being kept back to keep certain exits and twists a surprise, but we do know who is in danger.

    There will be two limousines – Caleb drives the one, with Mack, Sam, Bear, Matty, Liam, Cain and Paddy as passengers.

    The other vehicle will be driven by Charity, with the passengers being Amy, Tracy, Vanessa, Suzy, Chas, Leyla, Kerry and Mandy.

    With both limos suffering separate accidents, one will end up falling into a frozen lake…

    After these incidents, there’s chaos at the hospital as not everyone makes it. Yes, there will be deaths. But, which of the above characters will lose their lives?

    Read more: As Paula Lane ‘confirms’ soap exit, what was the point of Ella?

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  • Multiple lives will be lost in limousine lake crash scenes, Emmerdale director confirms

    Multiple lives will be lost in limousine lake crash scenes, Emmerdale director confirms

    Emmerdale director Vicky Thomas has confirmed that more than one life will be lost in the upcoming limousine lake crash.

    This week and next week, two limousines will suffer a crash but one crash looks set to be a little more deadly than the other as the vehicle sinks into a frozen lake.

    And, in what will be a huge stunt for the soap, not everyone will survive the ordeal… Proper edge of your seat stuff, this is!

    Who is inside the limo on the lake in Emmerdale
    Two huge crashes take place (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale: Limousine lake crash rocks the Dales

    Next week’s Emmerdale spoilers reveal a huge and very dramatic stunt will take place in the village as two limousines crash.

    One limousine has a group of male villagers inside, crashing as Caleb’s anger over his brother Cain’s fling with wife Ruby gets in between him and his control of the steering wheel.

    In the other limo, Charity drives a group of female villagers on a night out – but, she soon swerves and crashes the vehicle.

    One of the limousines ends up sinking into a frozen lake full of dangerous ice as the injured party attempts to save themselves and their friends. It’s unclear whether the boys or the girls are inside this limo…

    But, no matter who is inside which limo, it’s clear that there’s going to be lots of blood and lots of injuries… and a couple of deaths thrown in too.

    All the victims of the limo crash in Emmerdale
    Who will lose their lives? (Credit: ITV)

    Soap director Vicky Thomas confirms multiple limo crash deaths

    With many villagers facing huge danger, Emmerdale director Vicky Thomas has now confirmed that not everyone will survive.

    Yes, finally a huge soap stunt where characters actually die… Scary.

    It sounds to be edge-of-your-seat stuff, but which characters’ time in the village will come to an abrupt end?

    Vicky teased: “I think the things that happen in these episodes are totally different to what the characters have gone through before. It was a nice change. Obviously we still have the punch-ups and all the rest of it, but in these episodes there’s a lot of bravery and people saving other people – it is very heartfelt stuff, very high emotions.

    “I think the audience will see the characters in ways that they have never seen before. And the repercussions of what happens over this night will go on for a very long time. And I think some things will even change forever from them. As there are some who do not make it because of what happens to them.”

    Read more: Emmerdale fans spot huge ‘flaw’ in April special episode as soap reveals stabbing victim

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Joe didn’t take Noah’s news well and Belle started divorce proceedings against Tom

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Joe didn’t take Noah’s news well and Belle started divorce proceedings against Tom

    Marlon continued to struggle to get through to April in Emmerdale tonight. After taking April to say goodbye to her stillborn daughter, she lashed out at her dad.

    Elsewhere, Noah had a change of heart and told Joe that he didn’t want to go to Dubai any more. Joe didn’t take the news well, leaving Noah shocked by his reaction.

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Monday February 10.

    April and Marlon visit April's baby in Emmerdale
    Marlon took April to the hospital (Credit: ITV)

    Marlon took April to say goodbye to her baby

    Desperate to find a way to help April, Marlon and Rhona went to visit Lydia and asked her to relive the painful time during which she gave birth to a stillborn baby.

    Lydia told them that she felt ashamed when she lost Toby and that it was the darkest time of her life. When asked if it would be a good idea for April to go to the hospital and say goodbye to her baby, Lydia said it meant the world to her when she was finally able to scatter Toby’s ashes and say goodbye.

    However, she told them that everyone manages things differently and what worked for her won’t necessarily work for April.

    Rhona and Marlon made the suggestion to April anyway. The next scene showed April at the hospital with Marlon. It seemed that a corner was being turned as April asked her dad to go into the room with her.

    But, once in the room, April couldn’t speak and quickly left the room, while Marlon emotionally said: “So sorry I never got to meet you, but you’ll always be part of our family.”

    Later, April had a go at Marlon, and said she only went to the hospital to shut him up and that she hated being there. “I don’t know what you expected me to feel, but I didn’t feel it. I feel nothing.” Marlon and Rhona watched on helpless as April walked away.

    Joe and Charity talking at Home Farm
    Charity gave Kim’s laptop to Joe (Credit: ITV)

    Joe discovered Kim doesn’t trust him in Emmerdale tonight

    Joe was surprised to see Charity Dingle waiting for him. “Look who it is. My least favourite of the Tates,” she said. It’s quite an accomplishment to hold that title!

    Charity went on to threaten Joe, telling him that he has to tell Noah the job in Dubai is off the table or she’ll tell Dawn’s husband Billy about Joe and Dawn’s fling.

    Joe wasn’t bothered about her threats and called her bluff. “If you want to break up a family where a kid has got cancer, you do your thing, you go for it.” He also called his affair with Dawn casual and made it clear he doesn’t care about her marriage. Nice guy.

    Admitting defeat, Charity flung Kim’s laptop at Joe. He of course went through it and discovered that Kim had bugged his room. He later encrypted the audio files, before getting Dawn to give the laptop back to Kim and blame it being missing on the kids.

    Later, Joe found the bug in his room and faked a phone conversation. He said: “Kim? I know she’s not blood, but she’s as good as… Yeah, I feel like we’re really starting to make a connection.” Call us cynical, but won’t it look a bit suspicious that the first file Kim will hear after getting her encrypted laptop back is that one?

    Joe and Noah talking
    Joe did not take Noah’s news well (Credit: ITV)

    Noah had a change of heart

    Joe presented Noah with the contract to his new job in Dubai in front of Charity. Charity once again tried to talk Noah out of it, but he was adamant, telling his mum: “I’ve got no work. No girlfriend. I live with my mum who won’t even let me do anything. She won’t even let me keep my dad’s watch that Joe gave me.”

    Sarah later spoke to Noah and asked if he definitely wants to go, reminding him he’ll be without family and friends. Following this, Charity tried another tact and told Noah she was just being selfish and will accept his decision. 

    The displays of love clearly worked as Noah went to see Joe and told him he no longer wanted the job.

    To say Joe was not happy would be an understatement. And after Noah said, “Anyone can do that job. I’m nothing special,” Joe said something that hinted at an ulterior motive. “You are Noah, you’re the one,” he said.

    He then got aggressive and told Noah he had to sign the contract, before shouting: “You’ve got no idea what you’ve done.”

    Belle smiling in Emmerdale
    Belle confirmed that she has called a lawyer (Credit: ITV)

    Belle made an important step in Emmerdale tonight

    Leyla noticed that Belle has been quiet. Belle Dingle revealed that it was coming up to her one year anniversary with Tom. Although it means Belle can divorce him, she admitted to feeling anxious because Tom will fight her on it. “I know he will, ’cause he can never make anything easy for me. I’m dreading dealing with it,” she said.

    After a positive girly lunch, Belle returned home and spoke to Lydia about the anniversary. With a smile on her face she said she does have something to celebrate about the anniversary: “I’ve called a lawyer. This is step one of divorcing Tom.” Go, Belle.

    Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale? All the cast exits, arrivals and returns

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  • As Belle starts divorce proceedings against Tom, here’s all we know about a potential return to Emmerdale

    As Belle starts divorce proceedings against Tom, here’s all we know about a potential return to Emmerdale

    Monday’s episode of Emmerdale (February 10) saw Belle announce that she had contacted a lawyer in order to start divorce proceedings against Tom King.

    Viewers know that Tom put Belle Dingle through a year of hell, which involved both mental and physical abuse. From giving away her pet dog and pretending he had died, to holding her hand under scolding water – Tom really put Belle through it. So she is looking forward to finally getting shot of him.

    However, Belle doesn’t believe Tom will let her go without a fight. So does that mean we’ll be seeing a return for Tom?

    Belle in Emmerdale smiling
    Belle confirmed that she has called a lawyer (Credit: ITV)

    What happened in Emmerdale?

    At work, Leyla noticed Belle was quiet. After being probed, Belle said: “It’s coming up to my one year anniversary with Tom.”

    Although this means Belle can now divorce Tom, she was anxious as she thinks Tom will fight her on it. “I know he will, ’cause he can never make anything easy for me. I’m dreading dealing with it,” she told Leyla.

    However, during lunch with the girls, Belle was given a boost of confidence by Charity and Suzy. They told her she was a strong woman who could handle Tom one last time.

    When she returned home, Belle defiantly told Lydia that she does have something to celebrate this anniversary: “I’ve called a lawyer. This is step one of divorcing Tom.”

    Tom King in the court room dock in Emmerdale
    Tom was sent to prison in December (Credit: ITV)

    Could Tom King return to Emmerdale?

    Last year, Tom was found guilty of assaulting and coercively controlling wife Belle. He was sentenced to three years in prison.

    At the time, actor James Chase said Tom could return in the future.

    James said: “I think, with good behaviour, he’s only going to get something like 16 to 18 months, which is crazy.”

    “But I think it would depend where they would want to go with the character, because there are many different avenues you could go with it. They could make it that Tom potentially had got even worse, and hasn’t changed at all.

    “Or if he did go the other way and finally did realise the terrible things he’s done, and perhaps did, actually start to try to become a better man.”

    Although James was talking about further down the line and Tom’s potential release, the actor is clearly open to reprising the role.

    It would also be in keeping with the character of Tom for him to have one last shot at making Belle’s life a misery. It wouldn’t be beyond him to demand she visit him if she wants him to play ball. This would pave the way for Tom to be on screen again.

    Read more: From Carl King to son Tom, Emmerdale characters that finally got their comeuppance

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  • As Lydia relives giving birth to a stillborn baby, what exactly happened? And who was Toby’s father?

    As Lydia relives giving birth to a stillborn baby, what exactly happened? And who was Toby’s father?

    Monday’s episode of Emmerdale saw Lydia Dingle open up about the stillborn baby she gave birth to many years ago. But what exactly happened? And who was the baby’s father?

    In recent Emmerdale scenes, it was revealed that while she was missing, April Windsor gave birth to a stillborn baby. Desperate to help her, Rhona and Marlon visited Lydia for advice, knowing she had once been in a similar situation.

    Lydia relived the tough time, explaining how she felt ashamed. Here we take a look at what exactly happened to Lydia and baby Toby.

    Lydia in Emmerdale serious
    Lydia spoke to Marlon and Rhona about her stillborn baby (Credit: ITV)

    Baby Toby was remembered in Emmerdale

    In Monday’s episode of Emmerdale, Rhona and Marlon Dingle visited Lydia to ask her advice over how to help April.

    Lydia was forced to relive the past as she spoke about giving birth to a stillborn baby. Lydia said it was the worst feeling and admitted to feeling ashamed.

    “When I had Toby, I was alone, I had nothing, nobody to love me, it was the darkest time in my life,” she told Rhona and Marlon.

    Lydia went on to say it meant the world to her when she was finally able to scatter Toby’s ashes.

    Lydia sitting on stairs scared on Emmerdale
    Lydia had secretly given birth years earlier (Credit: ITV)

    When did Lydia give birth to Toby in Emmerdale?

    Lydia grew up in a children’s home, where she met Craig Reed. At the time, Lydia went by the name of Jenny Finn and she got pregnant by Craig in 1990.

    Mirroring April’s story, Lydia gave birth alone in the bathroom to a stillborn baby boy. She had been too scared to tell anyone so secretly prepared for the birth by reading a book she’d found at the library. She was devastated when the baby was stillborn.

    Not knowing what to do, Lydia wrapped her son in a jumper and buried him in some nearby woods. That land would eventually be the site of Hotten Academy.

    She then moved away and changed her name to Lydia Hart, fearing the police would come looking for her.

    Lydia crying into Sam's shoulder
    Sam comforted Lydia after the truth was revealed in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)

    Baby body found

    In 2019, the body of a baby was discovered on the grounds of Jessie Dingle’s school. With DNA evidence, it didn’t take the police long to identify the baby’s mother as Jenny Finn – a name that hadn’t previously been mentioned on Emmerdale.

    However, once a picture of young Jenny was unearthed, it was clear that she and Lydia were the same person.

    After the photograph was circulated in the media, Lydia handed herself into the police. She also told the full story to partner Sam Dingle, who promised to stand by her.

    Later that year, she was able to scatter Toby’s ashes.

    Craig and Lydia talking to Samson outside
    Craig befriended Lydia’s family (Credit: ITV)

    Craig arrives in Emmerdale

    In 2023, Lydia and Craig reconnected after a chance meeting at a careers fair at The Hide. They soon started spending more time together and Lydia told Craig about baby Toby, even taking him to Toby’s final resting place.

    Craig befriended Sam and Sam’s stepson Samson and offered Lydia a job.

    However, there was a sinister side to Craig and he developed an unhealthy obsession with Lydia. One day, Lydia tried to resign from the job, but Craig refused to accept her decision. He then pinned her down on the sofa and raped her.

    Following this, Craig continued to torment Lydia by being friendly with her family and acting like he had done nothing wrong. Eventually, Lydia told her family the truth and reported the attack to the police.

    Sam staring at a tied up Craig
    Sam attacked Craig (Credit: ITV)

    How did Craig Reed die in Emmerdale?

    Despite, being arrested, the case never made it to court as Craig was murdered in a soap whodunnit storyline.

    All the Dingles were suspects, but all appeared to have solid alibis. Sam later admitted to Cain that he had attacked Craig and thought that perhaps he’d died later of the injuries.

    However, a flashback scene showed Kim Tate, while out on her horse, coming across Craig following the attack. Craig asked Kim to help him get to hospital, but she refused.

    Craig tried to drag Kim off the horse, only for the horse to kick Craig in the face, resulting in his death.

    Read more: The best ever Dingle moments

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  • Matthew Wolfenden hints at future Emmerdale return as David Metcalfe two years after exit

    Matthew Wolfenden hints at future Emmerdale return as David Metcalfe two years after exit

    Actor Matthew Wolfenden has teased a potential David Metcalfe return to Emmerdale, revealing that he’s open to reprising the role.

    The star left the soap near the end of 2023, with David burning bridges with his son Jacob over his (really icky) romance with Victoria.

    But, after finishing his 2023 stint in Elf the Musical, Matthew’s now revealed that he’s not against coming back to the show.

    Emmerdale's Matthew Wolfenden serious
    Matthew isn’t against returning (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden teases future David Metcalfe return

    Leaving the show in November 2023, Matthew took on the role of Buddy the Elf in Elf the Musical for an eight week stint.

    But, now that he’s finished this role, he’s considering coming back to the Emmerdale village at some point in the future.

    Speaking to The Sun, Matthew opened up on his decision to leave the soap after 17 years. He admitted that there was a ‘rule’ that the soap doesn’t let its stars have a break from the show for panto or other productions.

    He then made the decision to quit Emmerdale after 17 years to take on the role of Buddy.

    But, now, he’s reminisced about his time on the show and has hinted at a potential return in the future.

    Noting that the door was left open for the character, Matthew said: “Luckily, John Whiston, the big boss at Emmerdale, wrote me a lovely email saying ‘Look, we’re not going to kill you off that is not me saying you can come back’ obviously they can’t say that, but the door will be left open for the character of David, which was very nice.

    “It does give you that option, you never know, I might go knocking on the door and say ‘Can I come back please’ it’s such a great place to work.

    “It’s on my doorstep and it’s a great place to work and the people are fantastic.”

    Emmerdale's David serious
    Could he make amends with Jacob? (Credit: ITV)

    How could David return to the village?

    When he left, David was definitely not on the best of terms with his son.

    He was in a relationship with David’s former partner after all!

    But, with Leyla’s upcoming exit being reported, Jacob will soon be without a parental figure in the village. So, could David make amends with his son and return to be with him again?

    We also know that Pollard’s got himself into some financial difficulty recently. Could David return to support his dad through this?

    Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale? All the cast exits, arrivals and returns

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  • 2 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Charity spills the beans and Noah gives Joe some bad news

    2 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Charity spills the beans and Noah gives Joe some bad news

    In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Charity reveals what she knows, but doesn’t get the response she expected from Joe.

    Meanwhile, Joe previously convinced half-brother Noah that moving to Dubai for work would be a great idea. He even went as far as to write negative reviews about Noah’s electrician work as a way to make him lose customers, thus making the move to Dubai more appealing.

    But tonight, Noah’s family attempt to talk him out of taking a job in Dubai. Will they be successful?

    Here’s what happens on Emmerdale tonight, Monday, February 10.

    Emmerdale's Joe and Charity talking at Home Farm
    Charity tells Joe what she knows (Credit: ITV)

    Charity confronts Joe in Emmerdale spoilers tonight

    Last week, Charity snuck into Home Farm to look for evidence on Joe’s plans for Noah. She mistakenly took Kim’s laptop instead of Joe’s. However, while listening to Kim’s recordings of Joe, Charity learnt about Joe’s affair with Dawn.

    Tonight, Charity Dingle spills all to Joe Tate about what she knows. But if she was hoping to blackmail Joe, then she’s left disappointed as Joe is not bothered about the affair being revealed to all.

    Joe is more rattled to learn that Kim clearly doesn’t trust him. He locates the audio bug Kim planted and fakes a positive family phone call.

    Joe and Noah talking
    Joe is not happy with Noah’s news (Credit: ITV)

    Noah has a change of heart

    Charity and Sarah try to convince Noah Dingle that moving to Dubai is a bad idea and they remind him of all the things he’d miss if he was to leave.

    Their plan works, but when Noah goes to tell Joe that he won’t be taking the job in Dubai after all, he is spooked by Joe’s overreaction to the news. Is there another reason Joe wants Noah in Dubai?

    Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale? All the cast exits, arrivals and returns

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