Tag: Belle Dingle

Name:	Belle Dingle
Year Born:	1998
Joined:	December 25, 1998
Married to:	Tom King
Children:	None
Parents:	Zak Dingle (father), Lisa Dingle (mother)
Siblings:	Nathan Dingle (half-brother), Ben Dingle (half-brother), Butch Dingle (half-brother), Sam Dingle (half-brother), Cain Dingle (half-brother), Tina Dingle (half-sister).
Place of Work:	Take a Vow
Played by:	Eden Taylor-Draper
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3 Emmerdale spoilers for Friday September 20: Dingles and Kings at war as Jimmy and Lydia clash over abuser Tom

In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, it’s war as Lydia and Jimmy go to head-to-head over Belle’s accusations against Tom. Jimmy is adamant his nephew is innocent, but Lydia, along with the majority of the village, knows the truth.

Can she get Jimmy to see the light too?

Loyal Jimmy is standing by Tom (Credit: ITV)

Tom and Belle’s split causes a stir in Emmerdale spoilers

1. Belle’s hell is public news

Everyone in the village is talking about Belle’s ordeal at the hands of Tom.

Belle was subjected to months of abusive and coercive control before finally finding the courage to speak out. She bravely opened up to Charity and Cain, telling them all the horrendous things her husband had done.

The Dingles are the most protective brood in the Dales and have pledged their support to Belle. Charity and Cain have promised that whenever she’s ready to go to the police they’re right behind her.

In the aftermath of Belle’s heartbreaking confession, news of Tom’s abuse began to spread. With his whole future in threat, Tom knew he had to act fast to cover his tracks.

Tom has managed to carefully cover his tracks (Credit: ITV)

2. Tom is still AWOL

Tom broke into Dale Head and removed the cameras he’d planted in the property to spy on Belle. He had a close call when Jimmy caught him red-handed with a bag full of equipment. But Tom being Tom was able to worm his way out of it.

But when word about Belle’s abuse reached Rhona and Vanessa, Tom found himself fired from the vets with immediate effect.

Following his sacking, Tom has gone into hiding. No one has seen him in the village or knows where he’s hiding. That is, except for Tom’s gullible girlfriend, Amelia, who’s promised to help clear his name.

Jimmy’s just as bad as Amelia. He can’t see Tom for who he is. It has to be said the poor guy’s got a lot on his mind – what with Angel being in prison and Will causing all kinds of problems at Home James Haulage. But when on earth is Jimmy going to wake up and realise Tom is pure evil?

Lydia is furious that Jimmy can’t see Tom’s true nature (Credit: ITV)

Jimmy and Lydia clash in Emmerdale spoilers

3. It’s the Dingles vs the Kings

Tensions flare as Lydia and Jimmy have a run-in at Main Street Cafe over Tom.

Once again Jimmy tries to protect his late brother’s son, which leaves Lydia incredulous. The discovery of what Belle has had to endure has left Lydia sick to her stomach. She knows there’s only one place for dangerous Tom, and that’s behind bars.

But will Lydia and Jimmy’s quarrel escalate? Are we headed for an all-out war between the Dingles and Kings? And who will win?

Read more: Everything you need to know about the iconic Dingles

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20th September 2024
Emmerdale spoilers: Belle tricked by Tom as he holds her hostage

In next week’s Emmerdale spoilers, Tom sets a trap for Belle. He uses Amelia to get Belle on her own, then holds her hostage at Wishing Well Cottage. Can terrified Belle escape his clutches?

Belle finds herself trapped inside Wishing Well by terrifying Tom (Credit: ITV)

Tom is manipulating Amelia in Emmerdale spoilers

The whole village is reeling from the discovery of Tom’s abuse against Belle. No one can quite believe what was going on under their noses, but amazingly Tom still has some supporters.

Jimmy, for one, is struggling to believe his nephew is capable of such cruelty. Tom has managed to convince him Belle is mentally unstable and on a mission to destroy his life. And sadly Jimmy isn’t the one person who Tom has fooled.

Tom has selected Amelia as his next victim and the naive barmaid is lapping up the attention from her new fella. Naturally, Amelia’s loved ones are concerned about her safety, but as far as she’s concerned Tom is an innocent victim.

Can anyone make her realise Tom’s true nature before it’s too late?

Amelia defends Tom to Belle and Chas (Credit: ITV)

Amelia lays into Belle and Chas

Tom is still missing after being dismissed from his job at the vets and Belle fears he’s planning his next attack.

She discusses the situation with Chas in the back room of The Woolpack, but their conversation is interrupted by Amelia’s arrival. The lass gets the wrong end of the stick and rails at Belle and Chas for the campaign against Tom.

Meanwhile, Kerry and Amy are alerted to Amelia’s outburst. Fearing she’s still in contact with Tom, the pair decide to do some digging to find out more.

Will they discover where Tom has been hiding out?

There’s no way out for Belle as Tom locks her inside (Credit: ITV)

Tom traps Belle in Emmerdale spoilers

Later in the week, everyone is surprised when Amelia suddenly appears to have a change of heart about Tom.

Belle dares to believe Amelia has seen the light when she agrees to meet and have a private woman to woman chat. But it’s all a ruse – Amelia has fallen under Tom’s influence and is tricking Belle.

Unaware of what’s about to happen, Belle waits at Wishing Well for Amelia to arrive. But it’s not Amelia who she sees when the door suddenly opens and Tom walks in.

Confronted by her menacing ex, Belle is terrified. And it seems Tom has a sinister agenda as he blocks Belle’s exit and proceeds to lock the doors. Will Amelia realise what she’s done and raise the alarm? Or is Belle in serious danger?

Read more: Fans predict Belle will take back Tom to save Amelia

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17th September 2024
11 Spoilers for next week: Tom holds Belle hostage and Victoria makes a discovery

Emmerdale spoilers next week reveal that Tom King returns from his hiding place – and springs a trap on Belle. Holding her hostage, sinister Tom reveals his plan.

What will Tom do next?

Elsewhere, Victoria learns about ‘Aidan Moore,’ and Laurel and Charles share a steamy rendezvous. And, as Tom makes his plan, Amelia starts acting shady. Meanwhile, John thinks on his feet to save Pollard from an angina attack.

Here are 11 massive Emmerdale spoilers for next week.

Belle’s haunted by Tom in Emmerdale spoilers

Lydia and Belle talk (Credit: ITV)

1. Belle makes a discovery

This week, Belle gets a call from landlord Kim telling her that the house has been left in a mess. She and Lydia drop by to investigate. Inside the trashed house, Belle notices a screw on the floor. Horrified, she recognises it as a mini secret camera – and realises that Tom has been secretly filming her.

Belle is grateful for Lydia’s support (Credit: ITV)

2. Lydia supports Belle

The next day, Lydia encourages Belle to go to the police over Tom’s hidden cameras. She is concerned when Belle refuses to report her ex-husband – out of fear of reliving her traumatic experiences.

Belle then asks Lydia about experience reporting Craig to the police. While Belle’s given food for thought, Lydia is upset after bringing her painful memories back to life.

Tom looks at Belle with a sinister glint in his eye (Credit: ITV)

3. Tom drops by

Amelia arranges to meet privately with Belle to talk about Tom. However, Belle is left horrified when Tom turns up instead. What does he have planned?

Tom looms over Belle who is terrified (Credit: ITV)

4. Tom takes Belle hostage

With Belle blocked in, Tom corners her in the Dingle house, locking the door behind him. How much danger is Belle in?

Victoria wants the truth about John in Emmerdale spoilers

Victoria is confused when she sees the dog tags (Credit: ITV)

5. Victoria does some digging

Victoria shows John some family photos but is annoyed when John is more interested in his phone. Feeling neglected, she snatches John’s phone away. She is shocked to find he’s been texting Aaron. When she questions John about his secret love affair, he storms off, out of the pub. But what else is he hiding?

John grabs the dog tags back, annoyed (Credit: ITV)

6. John’s furious with Victoria

Later, Victoria goes to apologise. Finding his van empty, she lets herself in. There she finds John’s dog tags, branded with the name ‘Aidan Moore.’ Catching her mid-snoop, John is furious at her invasion of his privacy – and throws her out.

Passion strikes Laurel in Emmerdale spoilers

Claudette, Manpreet and Charles share a drink in the Woolpack (Credit: ITV)

7. Charles and Laurel are at loggerheads

Charles and Claudette bicker with Laurel about her thoughts for the upcoming harvest festival. He is further enraged when he discovers that that Laurel has gone ahead with her own ideas without consulting him and he finally snaps.

Laurel Thomas and Charles Anderson share a passionate kiss (Credit: ITV)

8. Anger turns to passion

Charles and Laurel’s anger at each other turns into passion, and the pair end up kissing. Shocked at what has just transpired, they enjoy some aggressive flirting before heading upstairs.

Manpreet wants a reconciliation (Credit: ITV)

9. Caught in the act?

Manpreet encourages Jai to tell Laurel how he feels about her. Having given herself food for thought, she considers doing the same with Charles. Heading over to tell Charles, Manpreet arrives at Woodbine. Will she catch them in the act?

Also in Emmerdale spoilers next week…

Amelia is furious with everyone around her (Credit: ITV)

10. Amelia is hiding something

Amelia explodes at Belle and Chas after catching them apparently talking about Tom. Doing some digging of their own, Amy and Kerry begin to suspect that Amelia is still in contact with Tom.

John gives Pollard his angina spray in time to save him (Credit: ITV)

11. Emmerdale spoilers: John gets a job

When Pollard suffers an angina attack, John acts quickly. Impressed Liam offers him a job at the Surgery. John awkwardly accepts.

Read more: Guess whoâ€™s coming home for Christmas: All the theories as Iain MacLeod teases â€˜hugeâ€™ arrival

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17th September 2024
Emmerdale spoilers: Belle makes another devastating discovery about Tom and realises she has to go to the police

In next week’s Emmerdale spoilers, Belle finds evidence of Tom’s hidden cameras in Dale Head. Sickened by the realisation she was being secretly filmed, Belle knows she must report Tom to the police. But can she find the courage to go through with it?

Belle pouts (Credit: ITV)

Tom remains at large in Emmerdale spoilers

Tom hasn’t been seen or heard from since he disappeared after getting sacked from the vets. And no one seems to know where he is. No one that is apart from Amelia. There’s rumours amongst the locals that Tom is still in contact with the young mum, and the pair have been secretly meeting.

This is of course alarming news, particularly for Belle, who knows how dangerous Tom is.

Belle is slowly trying to readjust to life after the horrors of the past few weeks. She’s moved out of the home she shared with Tom and back in with the Dingles at Wishing Well.

But Belle is forced to return to the scene of such heartache after Kim calls to say Dale Head has been turned upside down. Is Tom behind the carnage? Of course he is!

Belle and Lydia find something sinister at Dale Head (Credit: ITV)

Belle and Lydia make a horrifying discovery

With Lydia by her side, Belle bravely lets herself into Dale Head to see what’s going on.

As confirmed by Kim earlier, the place is an absolute tip. But as Belle starts looking through the mess she discovers a screw on the floor from a mini camera. Belle’s blood runs cold as she realises Tom must have set the device up to spy on her, and wonders how many more of them they were.

The following day, Lydia tentatively encourages Belle to go to the police and report him for violating her privacy. But the thought of having relive such traumatic experiences and share personal footage in court is more than Belle can bear.

Lydia tries again, but Belle is adamant she can’t go through with reporting Tom.

Lydia shares her own experience in the hope of getting Belle to go to the police (Credit: ITV)

Belle turns to Lydia for help

After taking a little time to reflect on things, Belle starts to realise what she must do.

She turns to Lydia for advice, and asks if she’ll share her experience of reporting rapist Craig Reed to the police. Lydia agrees, and starts reliving the harrowing details of her ordeal. It’s a deeply painful experience, but one which Lydia hopes will help Belle make the right choice about Tom.

That evening, the ladies reflect on their difficult day as they gaze across the Dingle land. In that poignant moment they are united in their support for one another.

All Lydia can do now is hope she’s said enough to encourage Belle to take action. Can she find the courage to tell the police about Tom?

Read more: 13 creepy things Tom has done to BelleÂ

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17th September 2024
4 Emmerdale romances that NEED to happen

It’s fair to say that the Dales have seen their fair share of couples get together and split up over the years…

Some couples have stood the test of time whilst others have fallen at the first hurdle.

Here’s four pairings we’d love to see get together in Emmerdale village!

Belle and Vinny are best mates (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale romances: 1. Belle and Vinny

Belle and Vinny have always been close. They’ve been there for each other (as friends) through thick and thin.

Vinny’s currently supporting Belle as she struggles to come to terms with Tom’s abuse of her. Despite Tom causing trouble for their friendship in the past, this pair will always return to each other’s side in the end.

Let’s be honest, Vinny and Gabby really don’t make for a perfect match. Gabby isn’t known for her compassion after all…

But, Vinny and Belle? They already have a great bond going. So, here’s to hoping they develop a romantic connection in the near future. Maybe, let’s just give Belle some time to breathe before jumping into another relationship though.

Manpreet and Liam are colleagues (Credit: ITV)

2. Manpreet and Liam

Liam’s had flings and relationships with a fair few women in the village, but he’s yet to cross that boundary with colleague and friend, Manpreet.

Manpreet and Liam actually have a lot in common (with serial killer Meena unfortunately being a topic they both know all too well.)

Perhaps Liam might find it a little icky to start dating the sister of his daughter’s killer. But, if he just puts that factor (okay, very big factor) aside for a moment, he could well find that his good friendship with Manpreet could turn into something more! And, we’d totally ship them!

Bromance to romance? (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale romances: 3. Mack and Aaron

Aaron’s currently having a fling with John Sugden (yes, the half-brother of Robert Sugden – awks!)

But, it’s no secret that Mack’s been feeling jealous over John getting in the way of his bromance with Aaron.

Mack’s childish feud with John could all be explained though… you know, as jealousy? Perhaps, Mack only has a vendetta against John because he wants Aaron all to himself.

If Mack was to suddenly confess his secret feelings for Aaron, we’d be all for it!

Vanity reboot? (Credit: ITV)

4. Charity and Vanessa

As we’re shipping Mack and Aaron together, that means that Mack will have to ditch Charity…

So, shall we just all rewind back to the 2019 era when we were all at peak Vanity era? Life was rather sweet back then before Charity and Vanessa split in 2020 (we’re still not over it, can you tell?)

Vanessa and Charity had way more chemistry than Mack and Charity. Vanessa actually cared about Charity whereas Mack only really proves to prioritise himself over his marriage time and time again. We certainly wouldn’t be opposed to a Vanity reunion!

Read more:Â 8 Reasons Emmerdale totally deserved their NTA win

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16th September 2024
5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Will panics after Kim’s beloved horse gets nicked, Amelia confronts Belle and Moira faces the future

In tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers, there’s calamity at Home Farm when Kim’s beloved horse is stolen. Will fears his anonymous blackmailer is behind the theft, but how can he tell his wife that?

Elsewhere in Emmerdale on Friday September 13, Amelia confronts Belle over her accusations against Tom. And Victoria receives a piece of welcome news. Meanwhile, the Dingles are still reeling following Moira’s diagnosis.

Things are going from bad to worse for Will (Credit: ITV)

Will is under attack in Emmerdale spoilers

1. Will’s nightmare continues

The identity of Will’s blackmailer remains a mystery, but they’re certainly a persistent individual. The anonymous tormenter has been threatening to ruin Will’s life by exposing his affair with Rose.

In exchange for the silence, the blackmailer demanded Â£10k. Will agreed to pay up, but was secretly planning to use the money as bait to reel his stalker in. A time and date was arranged, but Will missed the drop after getting caught up in the barn fire at Butlers Farm.

His blackmailer warned Will this wasn’t the end of it. And it seems they’ve stayed true to their word when Kim finds herself the victim of a shocking crime.

Kim is devastated by Ice’s disappearance (Credit: ITV)

2. Kim is the victim of a theft

There’s fresh panic for Will when Kim reveals her horse has been stolen from the stables. He knows at once this is a targeted attack – it’s too much of a coincidence for it not to be!

So what on earth is Will going to do now? Will he be forced to confess and risk losing Kim forever? Or is Will going to try and appease his blackmailer? And after all this, is it going to turn out that Kim is Will’s secret stalker?

We wouldn’t put anything past clever Kim!

Amelia can’t see Tom for the bully he is (Credit: ITV)

Amelia confronts Belle in Emmerdale spoilers

3. Amelia is still Team Tom

Everyone is talking about Belle’s revelations about controlling Tom, and Amelia’s not happy.

The naive young mum has fallen under Tom’s spell and is refusing to believe he’s an abuser. Amelia confronts Belle, wanting to know why she’s trying to tarnish her boyfriend’s reputation.

Can Belle get Amelia to realise the truth before it’s too late?

Victoria needs a bit of luck (Credit: ITV)

Victoria receives good news in Emmerdale spoilers

4. Victoria finds a reason to smile

It’s been a traumatic week in the village with the terrifying events at Butler’s barn.

In the aftermath of the blaze, the locals are struggling to get back to normal life. Meanwhile, Victoria is boosted when she receives some positive news. About time too! We think the poor lass could do with a bit of a luck after the year she’s had.

Moira’s diagnosis

5. Moira processes her news

After surviving the barn fire, Moira was blindsided by the news she has a mass growing on her brain. The shock came after weeks of odd behaviour, which culminated in her starting the fire in the barn and almost killing Ruby.

As Moira struggles to process what the future holds, will Cain be there to support her through?

Read more: The Sugden family tree – all about Victoria’s familyÂ

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13th September 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: We finally know what’s wrong with Moira as she and Cain make it out alive – but where is Nate?

Emmerdale tonight told several things we already knew: Moira and Cain survived the barn explosion and we now know what’s wrong with her. But there’s no sign of Nate, who’s believed to have gone to Shetland. Has he though?

Also, Tom is still missing and Belle’s worried sick he’s been hurt by Cain.

Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale on Thursday September 12.

Moira and Cain rushed out under a burning blanket (Credit: ITV)

Moira is alive – and we know what’s wrong with her!

Behold! Cain and Moira emerged from the barn under the burning blanket having somehow survived that explosion. God knows how.

John then stepped in and got Moira breathing again. And the emergency services finally arrived – about time!

At the hospital, Moira was stable, but Cain wasn’t really interested in going to see her. He has decided things are over and her nearly dying changes nothing. Oh Cain, from hero to zero in just 10 minutes. Chas gave him a talking to though and in he went. Croaking and dazed, Moira wanted to explain herself to her husband, but Cain wouldn’t even hold her hand. He just demanded the truth.

Even in all of this, he was still more concerned about why she kissed Nate. Moira insisted she didn’t know what she was doing – and her fears something was very, very wrong. Still, Cain wasn’t interested – his pigheadedness is getting about as annoying as Tracy right now.

Moira continued to explain her hallucinations of Emma Barton, but it was only when Moira had a seizure in front of him that he finally, finally saw this was serious. The doctor then did a CT scan and we at last know what’s wrong with Moira: she has a mass putting pressure on her brain.

Cain then changed his tune pretty quickly and comforted his wife, insisted she was going nowhere and nothing she had done had been her fault. We don’t like to say we told you so, Cain, but you know, we did. At least he feels remorseful now and is blaming himself for not helping her. But is it too late for sorry?

Nate had supposedly gone to Shetland in Emmerdale tonight (Credit: ITV)

Where is Nate?

Vanessa doesn’t believe Nate would cheat with Moira of all people, but Tracy was adamant Nate did it. She won’t hear him out and insisted they were done. Gosh her wallowing is getting really annoying.

John later mentioned to Tracy that Nate definitely wasn’t there when the barn was burning. He said Nate had already gone to Shetland. Has he though? Has he really? Without so much as an exit scene? Hmm…

Meanwhile, Tracy is now worried Nate will meet someone else in Shetland. So you don’t want him, but you don’t want anyone else to have him? Make up your mind love!

Turns out she wanted a big dramatic goodbye with Nate and is upset she didn’t get it. And there was so much talk between Tracy and Vanessa about how Nate will always be there and he’ll call and send presents and be in Frankie’s life. It was all a bit OTT, hammering home how Nate is fine.

Oh and then Cain told Caleb: “I’ll be lucky if I still have a son.” If all this isn’t signposting Nate’s death, then we don’t know what is! Is there a shock (not shock) coming?

Belle is clearly worried (Credit: ITV)

Tom was still missing in Emmerdale tonight

Vinny comforted Belle who was upset over her situation. She confessed Tom was abusing her and she thought he would have killed her. But Belle was still panicking about whether Cain had hurt Tom.

Meanwhile, Jimmy locked horns with Charity in the pub as he defended his nephew. The battle lines have been drawn and it’s Dingles versus Kings. We know who our money is on…

Amelia confided in Kerry that Belle was spreading lies about Tom. But it was clear Kerry was concerned Amelia had been sucked in. However, she went to the pub and revealed all to Chas, who was shocked. Finally Emmerdale has brought Chas into the storyline – it’s about time!

As Chas blamed herself, everyone is really worried about missing Tom and whether Cain has done him in. So where is Tom?

Also in Emmerdale tonight…

We’d almost forgotten about Will – and so had everyone else, but at the barn fire Chas realised he was missing. Mack located him around the side, unconscious. Mack shouted for help with far more gusto than he’d used about his sister in the previous episode.

Will was taken to hospital where he was hopeful of a reunion with Dawn when she came to see him. But she was just checking he was okay and off she sulked to cut her nose off and spite her face again.

We finally found out more about John – he was an army medic. He was hailed a hero in the pub, but found all the attention uncomfortable. As he had a drink with Aaron, Aaron tried to persuade him to stick around and it’s clear his feelings for his ex’s half-brother run deep.

Read more: Cain supported Belle and we love him for it

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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12th September 2024
8 reasons Emmerdale totally deserved their NTA win

Emmerdale won big at the National Television Awards last night, scoring the Serial Drama prize. In doing so, the soap regained its crown after being beaten by BBC competitor EastEnders last year.

At last night’s ceremony, it was announced that the general public had voted for Emmerdale to win.

Here are the 8 big reasons we think it’s a well-deserved win for Emmerdale.

It’s been hard to watch, but Belle and Tom’s story has been one of the soap’s strongest (Credit: ITV)

1. Strong storylines

This year’s Emmerdale has largely been consumed by the horrifying saga of Belle Dingle‘s abusive marriage to Tom King. Once he’d fooled her into saying ‘I do’ with his nice guy act, Tom let the mask drop, and embarked on a horrific campaign of coercive control which left Belle at his mercy – and questioning everything she thought she knew about her marriage.

This year saw the arrival of Beth Cordingly as Ruby (Credit: ITV)

2. Great characters

Love or hate them, Emmerdale has some of the best characters on television at the moment – both new and established. One of the recent additions that viewers love to hate is Ruby Fox-Miligan, who quickly set the cat among the pigeons following her arrival in the village. In doing so, she has clashed with Kim Tate and Moira Dingle – earning a signature ‘Glasgow kiss’ from the latter last week.

Meanwhile, John Sugden has sparked countless fan theories since his arrival last month, quickly getting hot and steamy with Aaron Dingle.

Belle Dingle star Eden Taylor-Draper has been a powerhouse this year (Credit: ITV)

3. Excellent performances

Fans have hailed Eden Taylor-Draper‘s performance as one of the best the soap has ever seen. At the heart of Tom and Belle’s story,Â the star has taken it all in her stride. She lost out to Coronation Street’s Peter Ash (who played the late Paul Foreman) in winning a trophy for her performance, but Eden deserves all of the awards for having to put up with Tom King’s vile abuse.

And, talking of, we may hate terrible Tom, but there’s no denying that James Chase has done excellent work in making his character the most slappable soap villain of 2024.

A recent episode explored Belle’s emotional distress (Credit: ITV)

4. Inventive direction

The soap has gotten experimental in recent weeks; Moira experiencing hallucinations of old foe Emma Barton; an episode from Belle’s perspective which followed her as she explored potential futures with husband Tom. It’s thinking outside of the box and we love it.

The barn is on fire (Credit: ITV/ Composite EI)

5. Explosive action

While its cast were busy winning an award for the soap, Emmerdale aired one of the most explosive scenes of the year so far. With Moira and Ruby trapped in a burning barn, a devastating explosion rocked the farm – leaving two beloved characters potentially dead.

As Cain, Mack and John raced to rescue Moira and Ruby from the deadly inferno, viewers were left on the edge of their seats. Boom.

Belle opened up to Charity about her abuse (Credit: ITV)

6. Powerful writing

Yes, it’s Belle and Tom again, but the soap deserves all the kudos for Belle and Charity’s big conversation – during which she outlined exactly what her husband had been up to. Viewers’ hearts broke afresh as Belle finally confided in Charity, putting all of that pain and self-doubt into words.

And then it did it all over again the next day, once Cain learned what Tom had been doing. Defying expectation, Cain stormed off as Charity revealed the truth – only to turn up on Belle’s doorstep to envelop his little sister in a big, comforting hug. Devastatingly observed by the soap writers.

Mandy brought the laughs with her wedding (Credit: ITV)

7. Heartwarming comedy

If the scenes of dogs being run over, Moira losing her marbles and Tom being an all-around evil monster were too much, Emmerdale can still be relied upon to bring the humour. And this year it’s been Mandy’s turn to bring the comedy. Embarking on a get-rich scheme, Mandy became a Financial Dominatrix for dosh. Her marriage to Paddy was in doubt for a while, but it all came good in the end.

What a good pup! (Credit: ITV/Emmerdale Insider)

8. Piper the dog

If there’s one thing Emmerdale has that the other soaps don’t, it’s Piper the dog. ‘Nuff said.

Read more: Does Cain die in Emmerdale? All the reasons we think heâ€™ll survive

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.

Visit our Facebook pageÂ @emmerdaleinsiderÂ for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

12th September 2024
Emmerdale spoilers: Dingles and Kings at war as accusations fly about Tomâ€™s abuse

In next week’s Emmerdale spoilers, battle lines are drawn between the Dingle and King families over Belle’s accusations against Tom. Protective Jimmy doesn’t believe his nephew is a violent abuser, but Belle’s sister-in-law Lydia knows different. It’s war!

Gullible Jimmy still thinks Tom is a saint (Credit: ITV)

Belle and Tom’s split causes a divide in Emmerdale spoilers

Belle and Tom’s very public split has become the talk of the Dales.

Viewers will know Belle ended her marriage after suffering months of horrendous mental and physical abuse. Tom controlled every aspect of his wife’s life – spying on her through hidden cameras, threatening revenge porn and even making Belle believe her beloved pooch, Piper had died.

Tom then started a relationship with Amelia in a calculated bid to make Belle jealous. The thought of Amelia becoming Tom’s next victim was a terrifying one for Belle. Haunted by her imagined futures, she finally found the courage to speak up about her ordeal.

Belle turned to Charity and Cain and told them everything Tom had done to her. Cain resisted the urge to beat the living daylights out of his sister’s abuser, telling Belle they would go to the police when she was ready.

But it wasn’t long before rumours about Tom’s coercive control started to spread.

Tom has gone to great lengths to cover his tracks (Credit: ITV)

Tom covered his tracks

As Belle’s revelations became the talk of the Dales, panicked Tom knew he had to act.

He removed the hidden cameras planted in the cottage, but had a close call when Jimmy almost caught him. Ever the master manipulator, Tom made his uncle believe Belle’s accusations were the ravings of an unstable woman. Jimmy fell for it and pledged his support to his nephew.

However, Rhona and Vanessa weren’t so gullible. They fired Tom from his job at the vets with immediate effect.

Shortly after getting the sack, Tom did a disappearing act. It was feared Cain had gone back on his word and taken revenge on Tom.

Can Lydia make Jimmy realise the truth about Tom? (Credit: ITV)

Jimmy and Lydia clash over Tom

The fallout continues as Jimmy and Lydia have a run-in at the cafe.

Jimmy defends Tom, insisting he’s an innocent victim, but Lydia isn’t having it. She, like the rest of the Dingles, has wised up to Tom’s wickedness and wants justice for Belle.

Can Lydia make Jimmy realise what kind of a monster his nephew is? Or is there about to be a full-scale Dingle/King war?

We know whose side we’re on.

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10th September 2024
Emmerdale spoilers: Tom tries to cover his tracks but it’s not long before he disappears

In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Belle Dingle is bravely facing up to what husband Tom has been doing to her, while Tom is busy trying to cover his tracks!

But as news of Belle’s torment begins to spread around the village, who will believe which side of the story?

And when Tom disappears, has Cain finally snapped and taken terrible revenge?

Find out more in these new Emmerdale spoilers.

Belle is trying to move on (Credit: ITV)

Spilling the beans in Emmerdale spoilers

Knowing Belle has spilled the beans about his coercive controlling behaviour, Tom realises he has to act.

He urgently tries to hide the evidence of him stalking Belle by removing all the hidden cameras he had set up in the cottage.

But he’s cornered when Jimmy asks him what’s in his bag. What will he say to put Jimmy off the scent?

Tom is, of course, a master manipulator and he manages to distract his uncle by telling him – full of emotion – that Belle’s spreading rumours that he abused her.

Jimmy is horrified and promises to protect his nephew. But it doesn’t take long for news of Belle’s revelations to spread round the village.

Tom is a master manipulator (Credit: ITV)

Tom goes missing

At the vet’s, Rhona and Vanessa are unimpressed and immediately dismiss Tom from his job.

But soon everyone is worried about the newly jobless vet because he disappears. No one can track him down, and Cain’s around… Has Mr Dingle taken terrible revenge for Tom’s behaviour towards his little sister, Belle?

Or is this another one of Tom’s mind games to ensure he regains control and manipulates the villagers back on to his side? After all, Cain has promised Belle he won’t take revenge and will not act until she’s ready, would he really go back on his word?

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm

Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.

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7th September 2024