Emmerdale Spoilers 22nd - 26th Dec 2025

[Perdita]

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Christmas is getting closer ? and now's your chance to plan your soap viewing in advance. ITV has released its full festive schedules today, so we've unpacked all of the details you need on Coronation Street and Emmerdale timings.

Both ITV soaps are airing huge storylines over the Yuletide season. Returning character Eva Price has been tipped as one to watch on Corrie, as the Driscoll family's first Christmas together on the cobbles turns into a dramatic affair, while Becky Swain's scheming escalates and there's even a video cameo from Gail Platt.

Meanwhile, Kim Tate, April Windsor and villainous Ray Walters are among those in the spotlight on Emmerdale. Both soaps are also building up to the epic Corriedale crossover episode, which airs in January, so you won't want to miss a moment...

ITV's festive schedules have confirmed that Emmerdale and Coronation Street both get hour-long Christmas Day episodes this year, airing at 6.15pm and 7.15pm respectively.

This is good news for Emmerdale fans, as the show had been cut back to 30 minutes on Christmas Day in 2023 and 2024. Corrie also aired a shorter 30-minute Christmas episode in 2023, but was back to an hour last year for Gail's exit.

Additionally, both soaps are airing on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, putting them right at the heart of the festive schedules.

The full rundown for the festive fortnight follows below:

Monday 22 December
7.30pm: Emmerdale (30 mins)

8.00pm: Coronation Street (60 mins)

Tuesday 23 December
7.00pm: Emmerdale (30 mins) ? earlier slot due to ITV football coverage

Wednesday 24 December ? Christmas Eve
6.55pm: Emmerdale (30 mins)

8.40pm: Coronation Street (30 mins)

Thursday 25 December ? Christmas Day
6.15pm: Emmerdale (60 mins)

7.15pm: Coronation Street (60 mins)

Friday 26 December ? Boxing Day
6.30pm: Emmerdale (30 mins)

7.00pm: Coronation Street (30 mins)

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Can Aaron and Robert get rid of a threat to their happiness

Ray has big dreams but Celia’s plans could put a stop to them

One resident is lonelier than ever this Christmas season

[Perdita]

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emm...ristmas-story/

There's terror ahead on Emmerdale this festive season for panicked Aaron Dingle, when his boyfriend Robert Sugden goes missing on Christmas Day. Aaron's dreams of mistletoe and wine are soon shattered when it becomes clear that someone's out to get the loved-up pair.

With Kev Townsend and John Sugden on the loose, that's two dangerous ex-husbands eager for revenge. And when Robert disappears before they've even carved the turkey, his family spiral into panic?

Before Robert vanishes from the village, the pair face a different enemy, one much closer to home. Keen to settle down back into the marital bliss they shared before Robert was banged up, the couple decide they want his son Seb back in their lives.

But one person who isn't happy about their plans to bring Seb back to the village is Ross Barton. As the partner of Seb's late mum Rebecca, he raised the little lad as his own until last year when she died.

Ross giving up Seb to Rebecca's auntie was a painful decision which broke his heart, so on hearing Aaron and Robert's plans, the battle lines are drawn?

When Aaron discovers his windscreen is smashed and trees are set on fire outside the flat, the obvious culprit is Ross. However, Ross has an alibi, and unknown to the pair there's someone else far more dangerous lurking in the shadows ? and their sinister plans have only just begun?

"They don't know who is doing these malicious things," teases Danny Miller, who plays Aaron. "They assume Ross because of the row over Seb. Robert discovers who it is, but he doesn't tell Aaron because he thinks he can deal with it, without adding stress to Aaron's life?"

Unwilling to spoil Aaron's Christmas, Robert's on a mission to stop this threat before it's too late.

But on Christmas morning, after mulled wine outside the Woolie, Robert heads off on a mysterious errand.

As the hours pass and he doesn't return, Aaron and Victoria are increasingly worried that something terrible has happened to Robert?

Has Robert discovered the mystery attacker and gone to teach them a lesson? Or has he been snatched by a grievous ex wanting payback?

[Perdita]

Monday 22 December:

Lydia's conscience gets the better of her. She approaches Joe to confess her and Sam's guilty role in causing Kim's recent misfortune on Home Farm land.
Joe is incandescent with rage after the revelation. What will this mean for Lydia's future?
Ray celebrates at a 'fake Christmas lunch' with Laurel. As he and Celia are plotting to pack up and move elsewhere, Ray is keen to enjoy time with Laurel while he still can.
Laurel has a great time with Ray. She's still smitten, unaware of what Ray is really capable of.
Ray dares to hope he can spend the real Christmas Day with Laurel too. Is he plotting to get away from Celia?
Jacob and Sarah make plans. They're intending to throw a party to reveal the sex of the baby. The young couple are looking to the future. But will the truth about Charity's baby
secret ever be revealed?
Ross is shellshocked. He now knows that Robert and Aaron are planning to bring Seb back into their lives. Ross speaks his mind. He points out that giving up Seb was one of the hardest decisions of his life - and he's unsure he can cope with seeing the boy around the village again.

Tuesday 23 December:

Kim makes a difficult choice. She feels she has no choice when it comes to her next decision over Lydia.. Lydia could be in for a shock. Is her future at Home Farm under threat?
Jacob and Eric make plans. They discuss tomorrow's big party.
Someone sets fire to trees outside Aaron's home. An enemy strikes...Robert and Aaron initially suspect Ross. But Robert soon discovers who's really behind the threats! Can he put a stop to it?

Wednesday 24 December:

Robert and Aaron remain fearful over the threats against them. Is there any way out of this mess?

Thursday 25 December:

It's Christmas morning in the village. Chas, Aaron and Robert are among those celebrating. The neighbours drink mulled wine. Everyone's in high spirits.
Aaron is baffled. Robert heads off on a mystery errand. As Robert now knows who's threatening him, is it all connected?
Vanessa and Mack cross paths. Awkward timing, as Vanessa now knows Charity's baby secret! Vanessa and Mack's interaction leaves Charity worried. Charity fears that Vanessa might blab.
Kim is isolated at Home Farm. A lonely Christmas. Kim is surrounded by meaningful photos. The ghosts of Christmas past...
Aaron becomes very worried. Robert still isn't back from his "errand". Robert seems to have vanished. But what's going on?

Friday 26 December:

Marlon is uneasy after recent events. What does the future hold for his troubled family?

Source: Digital Spy

[ccahill2]

Regarding the trees, I suppose Kevin is back for a Holly Jolly Christmas?

[Perdita]

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emm...-kim-accident/

Monday 22 December 2025 at 19:30 on ITV1

Lydia makes a confession to Joe about her and Sam's responsibility for Kim's misfortune.

Joe is incandescent with rage, but what will this mean for Lydia and Sam's future?

Meanwhile, over Ray's 'fake Christmas lunch', Laurel seems smitten and Ray dares to hope that they may spend the real one together.

Elsewhere, Sarah and Jacob plan their big party, where the sex of the baby will be revealed.

Also today, Ross is blindsided that Aaron and Robert are planning to bring Seb back into their lives. Giving up Seb was one of the hardest decisions Ross has ever made and he's not sure he can see Seb around the village every day.


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Tuesday 23 December 2025 at 19:00 on ITV1

Kim has no choice when it comes to Lydia ? what will she do?

Meanwhile, Joe is delighted.

Elsewhere, Eric and Jacob discuss tomorrow's party.

Also today, Aaron initially suspects Ross of setting fire to trees outside his flat, but Ross has an alibi. Robert quickly discovers who is behind the attacks, but will he be able to stop this threat to his and Aaron's happiness?


https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emm...eak-christmas/

Wednesday 24 December 2025 at 18:55 on ITV1

Kim spurns Joe's reconciliation, but this risks the possibility of a lonely Christmas.

Meanwhile, there's bad news for April.

Elsewhere, Aaron and Robert are fearful.

Also today, a dangerous situation arises.


https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emm...rt-disappears/

Thursday 25 December 2025 at 18:15 on ITV1

Hour-long episode

It's Christmas morning and the villagers gather outside The Woolpack for mulled wine. Aaron is perplexed when Robert heads off on a mystery errand.

Later, Victoria and Aaron are increasingly concerned that Robert has vanished.

Meanwhile, surrounded by photos of the ghosts of Christmas past, Kim faces up to a blue Christmas all alone at Home Farm.

Elsewhere, Charity is worried that Vanessa might blab.


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Friday 26 December 2025 at 18:30 on ITV1

Marlon feels uneasy after recent events, but what does the future hold?

Meanwhile, someone has a big decision to make.

Elsewhere, Jacob is not happy.

[lizann]

Regarding the trees, I suppose Kevin is back for a Holly Jolly Christmas?

or john

[Perdita]

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emm...eak-christmas/


Emmerdale's Kim Tate reflects on days gone by, while she's all alone this Christmas. The sombre scenes take place as Kim refuses to make peace with Joe Tate and Lydia Dingle after surprising rows in the run-up to the holiday season.

The not-so-festive fortnight kicks off with Kim cancelling her order for her family Christmas dinner, before Joe arrives to try to end a dispute that they've been locked in for some time.

Viewers will find out the reasons for their tensions in the coming weeks, but Kim is in no mood for forgiveness and turfs Joe out. Are the Tates at risk of being torn apart for good?

"Joe is basically ousted from the house by Kim," explains Ned Porteous, who plays Joe. "She's so cross because of what he has done. So, it's going to be a different Christmas for Joe."

The next day, Kim takes a tumble at Home Farm and finds herself unable to stand up on her own. As a result, she calls for help but is disgruntled when Lydia comes to her rescue.

Despite being immediately dismissed, Lydia refuses to leave and sticks by Kim's side.

Later in the week, Joe makes another attempt to reconcile with Kim so that they can spend Christmas with each other.

"Joe's gutted about the fact that he's annoyed Kim," reveals Ned. "But at the time he believed he was doing the right thing, as Joe always does! Let's just hope that he can win her around in the New Year?"

When Christmas Day arrives, Kim mopes around her mansion on her own. Feeling pensive, Kim then picks up photographs featuring ghosts from her past, while plenty of her fellow villagers embrace the festive season ? with a public proposal even taking place. But where does Joe end up?

"Joe spends Christmas somewhere a little different this year," teases Ned. "He's out of his comfort zone for sure, but there is also a nice, happy piece of news for him?"

Without Joe around, will Kim continue to spurn her small circle? And if so, for how long will she wallow in her misery?