Paul faces an emergency, and Pip struggles with canine complications.

Ed tells Adam and Ruairi about Bartleby and the difficulty for George, and there’s an awkward moment. Meanwhile Brian’s wondering about the maize harvest. Adam assures him everything’s on schedule. Brian probes Ruairi’s knowledge of the situation, and Ruairi passes the test with flying colours. Brian capitulates; it looks like he has time on his hands. He obediently heads off to read a book. Later they put the idea of a holiday to Brian. The Scottish castle won’t be available until 2027 so is off the table. Brian gets the hint that they want him out of the way. Ruairi suggests gently that everyone needs to get used to the new situation, and when Brian gets back he’ll have proof that the farm’s been managed well. Brian can see the sense in this. Some sunshine will do him good. .

It's time to say goodbye to Bartleby. Amber cuts some of his mane to make a bracelet for George. As reality hits Amber’s distress becomes clear. She’s promised she’ll be here for George but she doesn’t know if she can do it. Brad suggests they move to a distance, but she still can’t look. Tearfully she exclaims she’s let George down. Brad assures her she’s been brave, and hugs her until she feels better. Everyone agrees it’s time for a drink.

Later Ed tells Adam he doesn’t want their working relationship tainted by bad feeling over George. They agree not to mention his name. But Adam promises that if George ever upsets Alice, prison will seem like a Sunday picnic.

Justin asks Brian for a chat. Brian thinks there’s no point – Justin’s abandoning Borchester Land, end of story. Justin’s disappointed; he was expecting more fight from Brian. Brian counters he longer cares about Justin’s antics. Justin’s sorry – he doesn’t mind losing touch with the rest of the Board, but he and Brian are family. He proceeds with the reason for the chat: he thinks Brian should have the opportunity to buy Damara’s stake in BL. Brian points out he doesn’t have the money, but Justin suggests a consortium of investors, meaning Brian would gain effective control of the Board. When Brian questions Justin’s motives he responds that he still has the future of the planet in mind, and Brian’s a first class farmer. Brian scoffs.

Brad fills upbeat George in on the latest goings-on in Ambridge, before giving him the news about Bartleby. He’ll be put down tomorrow. George does his best to rationalise this. He knows it’s the right decision. Sensitive Brad offers to represent George as they say their goodbyes, and Amber will go along too. George is grateful. Brad promises to take Bartleby’s favourite treats and get photos. George acknowledges he’ll have to find his own way of saying goodbye, and becomes tearful as his call is ended. The officer announces a cell search to rattled George, and soon discovers a shank made out of a sharpened toothbrush. Horrified George denies all knowledge but is told to save it for the hearing. George protests he’s being released next week, but the officer remains unmoved.

Ed wonders whether Adam and Ruairi are managing Home Farm permanently now. Adam checks Ruairi’s affirmative response, and Ruairi acknowledges it’s something they’ll have to discuss. When Ed’s gone, Ruairi asserts Brian’s starting to get the message that retirement would be good for him. If Ruairi keeps learning the ropes, Brian might be persuaded to step back. Adam and Ruairi agree they’d be happy to work together. They’ll go for this plan. Alice arrives and they explain the idea; they’ll be speaking to their dad about it this afternoon. However before they can begin Alice interrupts them, arriving early for her birthday lunch with her dad. Awkwardly, Adam and Ruairi set out their plan, confirming they’ve spoken to Debbie and Kate. To their surprise, Brian declares it an excellent idea, and suggests they all celebrate together. Brian checks Alice is happy with the farm plan. Alice agrees it makes sense – Adam’s such an experienced farmer. Brian adds that Ruairi’s keen as mustard.

Emma’s bought all George’s favourite foods to welcome him when he’s home. She’s also got nibbles for his party on Friday. Amber assures her she needn’t have bothered with that, or the new duvet set Emma’s bought – she’s happy to organise everything herself. She’s already given George’s bedroom a makeover. She hopes Emma isn’t offended. Emma acknowledges the room looks really classy. She reckons George will love it. Ed takes a call from Meg Mellor. It’s bad news. Bartleby’s not looking good; a decision will need to be made this week. Emma exclaims it will break George’s heart.

Stella has a crisis of confidence, and Ian is less than impressed.

Writer: Tim Stimpson Director: Marina Caldarone Editor: Jeremy Howe

Brian Aldridge.... Charles Collingwood Ben Archer.... Ben Norris Jill Archer.... Patricia Greene Pip Archer.... Daisy Badger Leonard Berry.... Paul Copley Susan Carter.... Charlotte Martin Ruairi Donovan.... Arthur Hughes Justin Elliott.... Simon Williams Alan Franks.... John Telfer Amber Gordon.... Charlotte Jordan Emma Grundy.... Emerald O'Hanrahan George Grundy.... Angus Stobie Adam Macy.... Andrew Wincott Azra Malik.... Yasmin Wilde Stella Pryor.... Lucy Speed Oliver Sterling.... Michael Cochrane Dane.... Stavros Demetraki Meg Mellor.... Sue Jenkins

There's a shock for Emma, and alliances are forged at Home Farm.

Ruairi attempts to negotiate, and Dane has a suggestion.

Stella looks to the future, and Adam has reservations.

Justin finds himself out of his comfort zone, and Jill talks of the past.

Susan makes a surprise decision, and there's a near miss for Alan.

Writer: Sarah McDonald Hughes Director: Peter Leslie Wild Editor: Jeremy Howe

Brian Aldridge.... Charles Collingwood Ben Archer.... Ben Norris Lilian Bellamy.... Sunny Ormonde Alice Carter.... Hollie Chapman Ruairi Donovan.... Arthur Hughes Justin Elliott.... Simon Williams Alan Franks.... John Telfer Martyn Gibson.... Jon Glover Ed Grundy.... Barry Farrimond Jim Lloyd.... John Rowe Paul Mack.... Joshua Riley Azra Malik.... Yasmin Wilde Jazzer McCreary.... Ryan Kelly Lily Pargetter.... Katie Redford Fallon Rogers.... Joanna Van Kampen

Feelings stir for Paul, and the Harvest Festival ends in chaos.

Jim tells Alan how much he’s enjoyed engaging in religious debate with the Shop’s customers, now they’ve relocated to St Stephens. Alan gets a message asking him to be a judge at the Flower & Produce re-run, before Jim asks why Alan became a vicar. Alan hasn’t time to talk to Jim about it now but is happy to another time. Later, under questioning from Jim, Lilian admits she doesn’t believe in God but is happy for others to follow their own path, so long as they don’t hurt anyone. On the Green, Alan tells Lilian how snowed under he is with work. He mentions several parishioners asking more theological questions of him than he’s used to, making him wonder if he’s doing a good job. Lilian assumes the speculative queries are down to Jim’s influence and Alan reckons he’s got enough on without this!

Preparing to go in the water Ed tells Fallon she can still change her mind, but Fallon’s determined to do the full challenge: fifty lengths of the marked-out course. Once they’re swimming though it’s Ed who struggles to keep up, after pushing himself too hard to begin with. When he has to stop Fallon whistles for assistance, before continuing on alone. After Fallon finishes Ed apologises for not being there for her, though she insists he was. Fallon then admits it was difficult at times, with so many difficult feelings filling her head. But she kept going and thinks Ash would be really pleased they all turned up for him – even Jazzer with his paddleboard and flippers!

Fallon jumps in the deep end, and Azra has a suggestion to make.

Justin’s confident he can override any dissent when the results of the feasibility study are discussed at this afternoon’s BL Board meeting, while Lilian joins Alice in looking forward to Martha’s first school Harvest Festival service on Thursday. Before the meeting Brian assures Justin the fight isn’t over, no matter what the feasibility study says. Martyn tries to smooth things over but mentions a rumour that Justin could be looking to buy land elsewhere. Justin admits he’s considering his options, including selling his BL shares, if necessary. Later, Brian and Martyn discuss Justin’s shock announcement, agreeing it would be disastrous if he sold up. Neither of them could afford to buy the shares and fear the potential consequences of an outsider buying into BL. Later, Justin admits to Lilian he hadn’t planned on dropping his bombshell today. Lilian tells him he’ll be going to Martha’s Harvest Festival. Ruairi has gone to The Nest for tea with Alice and Martha. He might have come back to Ambridge to help Brian, but he’s delighted to catch up with them too. They chat about Martha settling in well at school, to Alice’s great relief. They agree Alice is coping well with her alcohol addiction, but Ruairi wants to continue calling her every week. He’s less worried about her now than when she stayed with him in London though, remembering how he once found her unconscious. Alice is mortified by his recollection and Ruairi apologises for upsetting her. But Alice knows she wouldn’t be where she is now without her family’s support and hugs Ruairi.

There's a surprise twist at the Flower and Produce Show, and Lily has to face the music.

Writer: Nick Warburton  Director: Helen Aitken Editor: Jeremy Howe

Ben Archer.... Ben Norris Pip Archer.... Daisy Badger Tom Archer.... William Troughton Ruairi Donovan.... Arthur Hughes Amber Gorden.... Charlotte Jordan Brad Horrobin.... Taylor Uttley Adam Macy.... Andrew Wincott Azra Malik.... Yasmin Wilde Freddie Pargetter.... Toby Laurence Lily Pargetter.... Katie Redford Stella Pryor.... Lucy Speed Fallon Rogers.... Joanna Van Kampen Lynda Snell.... Carole Boyd Dane.... Stavros Demetraki

Ruairi hatches a plan and Azra does her research

Stella faces a challenge and will Lily fall on her sword?