The Archers

Kenton offers support to a loved one, and Oliver struggles to find the right words.

At the Flower and Produce show Kenton’s brimming with confidence about his apple and cheese pie, until he learns Jill has entered and can’t be persuaded to withdraw. Meanwhile Tracy plans a distraction, so Jazzer can dump his stolen sunflower in the Village Hall, under Rosie Archer’s name. Chatting to David, Eddie proclaims Will and Emma’s innocence over any wrongdoing. David admires Clarrie’s spectacular rose and laments Rosie’s missing sunflower, before Kenton repositions his pie on an adjacent table, so that it can be seen to better advantage. Eddie then asks Usha for advice on getting a better solicitor for George, but they’re interrupted by the fire alarm, meaning everyone has to leave. With people congregated outside the Village Hall Tracy’s concerned that Kenton’s gone back in to check the kitchen. Lynda reports that Usha saw scones on the floor next to the smashed alarm. Tracy confesses setting it off when she accidentally tripped and dropped her scones. Meanwhile, Kenton reports another disaster: t

While Tracy’s taste-testing Jolene’s apple and cheese pie Jolene mentions that someone has stolen Rosie’s sunflower from Brookfield. Tracy confesses it’s got to be Jazzer. When it was found after Jazzer hid it behind some greenery he went into a massive sulk. And now he must have dug it up and taken it. But Tracy’s determined Jazzer’s giving it back, somehow. Later, after Tracy finds the missing sunflower behind their shed, Jolene reckons she knows just the person to help sneak it back to Brookfield - Tracy’s dad! Eddie’s miffed to hear from Will that Clarrie knows he’s fallen out with Susan. Eddie defends himself for sticking up for George, and still reckons the solicitor isn’t doing enough. Will just wants to make sure George is okay in himself. Eddie accuses Will of not even trying and says he’ll help George on his own. Out on a tree surgery job Emma’s tetchy with Ed, who’s bitter about her quitting the Tearoom. Then, at a critical moment, Ed’s distracted by Emma’s phone. She drops a large branch, only ju

Emma bumps into Ian at Bridge Farm shop, gets flustered, and leaves before he can make conversation. When Tony asks about the PTA meeting Ian mentioned Ian admits he’s become a bit too involved. But he feels duty bound now, having submitted a lot of the ideas himself. He just needs to break the news to Adam… Pat offers Susan a friendly ear, having heard from Clarrie about Eddie’s outburst, but Susan plays it down. There’s an emergency meeting planned at Bridge Farm, but Pat’s thrown when Tom gives her zero notice of a booking Natasha has taken from Felpersham Local Produce Society. Susan has all the details though and steps up to lead the cheese-making demonstration. However, after a confident start, Susan falters and Pat has to take over. Afterwards, Susan admits how things have got to her, not least Eddie’s outburst. Pat sends her home, reassuring Susan that doesn’t have to deal with this on her own. At the emergency meeting, Tony, Tom and Pat try to fix the Bridge Farm staffing puzzle, but something has

Proud Jolene takes her hoped for prize-winning apple and cheese pie out of the oven, only for Kenton to tease about his pie taking the honours at the Flower and Produce Show instead. They are both suspicious about getting baking tips from other people, before agreeing not to involve anyone else. Kenton is still convinced he’s going to win, though.Jolene goes to check on Fallon, who’s overwhelmed at the Tearoom. As they clear the backlog Fallon admits she no longer cares about the Tearoom, now that she’s pitching for the Charging Station café. And she doesn’t care if Bridge Farm find out. However, Fallon admits, if Harrison stays part-time at work, there’s no point in pitching. As Tracy and Kenton coo over the Bull’s new kitten, Tracy delicately asks if Emma could do some shifts at the pub. But it’s a clear “no”. They also talk Flower and Produce entries, but when Tracy mentions Jazzer’s enormous sunflower she’s perturbed by Kenton talking about the one Pip has found at Brookfield. Kenton also tries to get

Eddie complains to Will about getting dirty looks at the market. Will speculates about going to prison and asks Eddie to make sure Poppy will be looked after. Eddie’s disparaging about Neil and Susan’s role in calling the police on George. Later, Susan suggests to Eddie they should make plans in case Will and Emma are prosecuted, prompting Eddie to have a go at her. Susan stands firm – she and Neil did the right thing. Angry Eddie defends William, who wasn’t involved in the decision to call the police. Ed intervenes to calm Eddie down, but he refuses to have anything to do with Neil and a shaken Susan. Ed’s sceptical as Emma prepares for her meeting with Tom and Fallon. He’s still hurt by Emma’s role in covering for George, and wonders whether starting the tree surgery business was a good idea. Emma tries to defend it, positing how well they work together, but Ed stays quiet. At the meeting Tom tries keeping things positive between Fallon and Emma. Fallon talks about her anger and how George’s actions hav

Adam’s outraged to learn about Will and Emma covering for George. He’s glad they were arrested, but can’t trust himself to be around Will, so Pat will have to work something out at Bridge Farm. Susan warns Will that Adam’s not happy and doesn’t want to work with either of them. But Susan’s glad Will’s told Poppy and Keira everything. Susan suggests a family day at the Flower and Produce show, but Will can’t face it. And when he starts worrying about how George would cope in prison, Susan does her best to reassure him. There’s a staffing crisis at Bridge Farm, with Tom concerned by Emma calling in sick again at the Tearoom. Having seen Emma out working yesterday he wonders just how ill she can be. And now Clarrie’s been called away as well, to look after her sister Rosie in Great Yarmouth. Pat’s grateful to Susan for stepping up and cuts through the small talk to try and see how Susan’s really doing. Pat’s heard about Emma and Will via Lilian. Susan is apologetic, but just wants to focus on work to distra

Angry at George, Kenton throws his hero glass in the bin. They worry about Fallon, who’s stepped back from the Flower and Produce show this year and is still worried about Harrison. Fallon’s mentioned entries for the show are down this year, so between them they come up with the idea of entering an Apple Pie with a twist, using apples from Brookfield and cheese from Bridge Farm. And if they both enter it’ll double their chances of winning. But in the meantime, they really need to come up with a name for their new pub kitten.Emma and Will discuss their harrowing police interviews, before Ed arrives, having walked Keira to The Stables. He’ll pick her up too, as he doesn’t want anyone approaching her about George. Ed then points out that they have to tell Poppy and Keira what’s going on, with George appearing at the Magistrates’ Court tomorrow. The girls need to understand there’s a chance of Emma and Will going to prison. Later it transpires Keira knew all about it already, after Will told Clarrie outside Keir

At the Bull, Will apologises to Chris and tells him George is desperate to tell Alice how sorry he is, but he isn’t allowed to speak to her. Chris is furious when he realises Will, like Emma, knew about George’s crime. Brian and Alice are in London for Ruairi’s graduation ceremony, but Brian’s flustered as they realise they had the wrong time and need to hurry. However, they make it in time and enjoy the ceremony, before Ruairi apologises for mixing up the times – he’s been to too many parties and job interviews recently. Brian’s delighted Ruairi has a place on a City graduate scheme and agrees to a group hug, against his natural instincts. He’s proud as punch of his son!Over a pint, Chris and Harrison share their feelings. Chris cares about George but he’s so frustrated, while Harrison regrets his recent actions, plus, of course, his hatred for Alice. Harrison is shocked to learn that Ema and Will concealed the truth about George – when did they find out what he’d done?Will goes to see Emma, saying George is

Robert lectures Joy and Jazzer about excess packaging on items bought at the shop and the action needed to curb it. He’s confident he can win today’s litter-picking competition, although Joy points out that young Jack Archer is also determined to win. Later, Robert hears Jazzer rustling in the bushes on Brookfield land, just before David shows up. When Robert spots the sunflower, Jazzer distracts David and tries to dissuade Robert from letting on that David has a prize specimen on his hands. Nevertheless, Jazzer realises he’ll need to hide the sunflower somewhere else. Robert wins the prize for collecting most bags of rubbish and immediately donates it as a raffle prize. Jazzer points out Robert has cheated, albeit unwittingly, by collecting one of his bags before the pick started. Jazzer says he’ll keep quiet, but only if Robert agrees not to say anything about the sunflower, so Jazzer can take the prize at the Flower and Produce Show.Alice is pleased Brian has the all-clear from Dr Malik, and admits to

Will fusses around George who refuses to leave the house for any reason. Charged with perverting the course of justice and dangerous driving, George hopes the judge will go easy as he’s pleading guilty to everything. Brian charges round and bangs on the door, demanding that George come out and face him. Terrified George hides inside until Will tells him Brian has gone. Outside the village shop Neil and Tony attempt to calm furious Brian, who’s anger brings on an angina attack. Tony stays with Brian, having informed Neil that George is sacked and banned from Bridge Farm. Later as they look at the Anguses, Tony implores Brian not to let what’s happened make him ill – remembering how his own fury at Rob Titchener affected him. Neil tells Will what happened with Brian and that George has lost his job. Angry, Neil questions whether George would ever have turned himself in, pointing out how damaging his actions were for Alice. George becomes defensive and upset, revealing how much guilt has weighed on him. He wishe

Brad’s decided to go to his Freshers’ Ball and Jazzer and Alistair encourage him to make friends at Uni. Brad has told Alistair about Jazzer’s giant sunflower and Alistair teases Jazzer that his precious bloom may get damaged or eaten before the Flower & Produce Show. They discuss George - they’re all baffled by what happened and Jazzer warns Brad to steer clear of him. Jazzer and Brad help Alistair redecorate Greenacres for him and Denise. With Jim away they feel they have free rein. But as they go to move some significant items, Robert turns up – in the nick of time, and with a list from Jim of things not to be moved. This ruins the painted ‘feature wall’ plan. But as Robert is distracted, going to deal with some litterers, Alistair locks the door behind him and puts into action their intended plan for him and Denise – regardless of Jim’s instructions. Fallon is furious with Harrison for confronting George, risking his job, their future and her career dreams by losing his temper and not stopping to thi

At Woodbine Cottage Fallon can scarcely believe it when Alice tells her about George. Alice has been crying herself to sleep for weeks, but not anymore. Fallon remembers George’s apparent modesty about being a hero, when in reality he was lying. Alice, though, still feels some responsibility for being drunk in her car and for Fallon ending up in the river. They wonder about the effect the full story will have on Brian and Harrison. At No.1 The Green Harrison loses it with George, blaming him for killing his unborn child and making Harrison hateful towards Alice. He barely restrains himself from battering terrified George. Later, when Harrison returns to Woodbine Cottage, Alice is still there with Fallon. Harrison tells them he picked up on some rumours at work before going to check the truth with George. He confesses that he scared George in the process. Fallon, appalled at Harrison’s lack of judgement, makes excuses and walks out. Alice then apologises to embarrassed Harrison for all she’s put him and Fallo

A dazed Alice tells Chris her solicitor’s called to say all the charges against her have been dropped. After enduring the worst few months of her life Alice is off the hook. Delighted Chris hugs Alice, perhaps longer than he should, before she checks her email for confirmation that it really is true. They head to Ambridge View to collect Martha for a trip to the water park, only for downbeat Neil and Susan to explain that George was arrested last week and charged with causing the crash.Later, at the Rewilding Site, Chris confronts Emma about George. Emma admits she knew some time ago about George being the driver and apologises, but Chris tells her bluntly, “sorry” won’t cut it. Her son has nearly destroyed Alice’s life. And his, and Martha’s. The more Emma tries to explain what happened the more appalled Chris is by Emma’s hypocrisy and lies. He accuses her of only ever wanting to protect George. When Neil arrives his attempt at peace-making fails to dampen his son’s fury. Chris storms off, saying he never w

Emma hasn’t slept and as Ed and Will return from a job Emma tells them what’s happened. Ed’s stunned to learn the truth about George and the accident, and he’s angry that Emma told Will but not him. Emma called the Police herself, and Will’s upset that he was away when it happened. George returns, on bail and yet to be charged, and doesn’t want anything to do with Emma - he said nothing about her to the police, but only for Keira’s sake. Susan’s desperate to know what’s happening. Neil realises that the police will soon speak to Alice and the truth will be all round the village. Emma visits Ed at work and he’s hurt by her comment about Will being George’s dad – Ed insists that George has always been a son to him. And Ed and Emma were always a team. Mia turns up at Will’s ready to go for pizza, but they have something to tell her. Mia’s stunned and insists that she can’t go away to University now. But George is adamant – he may be a failure but Mia mustn’t ruin what she’s worked for. Mia insists she’ll pho

Emma makes George dinner and has planned to get him alone to talk, which he soon realises. George doesn’t think Clive will say anything incriminating, but Emma worries, pointing out that Ed knows something’s up. They are running out of time. Susan and Neil turn up, with Susan eager to speak to George and be there for Emma if it turns out George had any involvement with the accident in the Am. Susan and Neil cover - they just need to run something by Emma, about the accident. Susan mentions a few things that have caused her to wonder, including the cider - was George in the car with Alice perhaps? Emma can’t hold it in and tells all, but defends George who was terrified, panicked and not thinking straight. Reality hits Susan and she learns that Will also knows. And so does Clive - it was George who brought Clive to Ambridge. Susan wants Emma to ring the police herself – it will look a lot better later on if she’s implicated for covering up. Neil is sorry but he can’t see George turning himself in. Neil wond

Mia and Brad set off for their picnic and day together, and she’s impressed he’s bought vegan pains au chocolat from Fallon at the Tearoom. They enjoy the view from the top of Lakey Hill, discussing her career options around climate change and their general futures. Mia notices something’s up. Brad admits he’s not sure it’s going to work out. He doesn’t want to break up, but is certain that Mia’s new life in Newcastle means they’ll have to. He doesn’t want her to feel pulled back by him or only half-able to enjoy things. They both make clear how much they love each other, but Brad has thought it all out – his overthinking is something Mia loves about him. Maybe they will end up together in the future, but for now breaking up seems to be for the best. Mia is stunned but agrees. It's Ian’s birthday and Adam does some low-key spoiling. Adam admits it’s been stressful at work in the dairy, as Susan seems all over the place - Clive’s presence has clearly left its mark. Another stress Adam’s keen to avoid is bei

Ian and Adam are proud parents as they drop Xander off for his very first day at school. They’re surprised but relieved by how unphased he is. Pip’s friend Lottie spots them and says hi, dropping off Maddie. Later they collect Xander and chat with Lottie about the teachers and parents – the class group chat drives Lottie mad, but it is useful. Ian wastes no time in wanting to sign up, and Lottie warns Ian the PTA will snap him up! Later at home, Ian’s pleased to see lots of people joining the group he’s set up. Adam warns him about all the extra admin, and he’s not as keen as Ian starts to make social plans for them and Xander. Adam admits he was much more anxious than Ian earlier in their new situation. However, Adam agrees that it’s all about Xander. Susan agrees to help Joy and hopes Joy hasn’t taken on too much – she let Jack take charge, but he needs supervision. They’re glad Clive seems to have gone now and they discuss estranged family members. Joy regrets selling Alice the vodka on the night of the c

Brad faces up to the future and Ruth is on a mission

It’s a big day for the Ambridge cricket team, but George is off his game. Emma’s heart sinks as she spots Clive Horrobin, and Will fears Clive will reveal all about George. Emma tells Clive to disappear, but Clive needs to see his daughter Kylie. In return for Kylie’s number from Susan, Clive will persuade George to do the right thing and turn himself in. Susan asks Emma if George is ok – is the court case worrying him? As Susan talks disparagingly about Clive, Emma subtly sympathises with him in her aim to extract Kylie’s number from Susan. But Susan works it out and insists Clive is bad news. Emma refuses to help Clive, ready to call his bluff about going to the police. She plays on Clive’s insecurity and warns him he’s bound to destroy his own future and chances with family if he sticks around. And Will is cancelling the B&B, so Clive needs to find somewhere else to live. There’s encouraging news from another critical cricket match, which means Ambridge are still in with a chance of league glory. Geo