Created by Kevin Laffan
The lives of several families in the Yorkshire Dales revolve around a farm and the nearby village. With murders, affairs, lies, deceit, laughter and tears, it's all there in the village.
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Log inJanuary 11, 1983
Matt and Dolly discover the strains of parenthood.
January 13, 1983
No synopsis available.
January 18, 1983
When Alan brings a lady friend back to Home Farm, he sparks off another battle with Joe.
January 20, 1983
Sandie tells Andy what's on her mind - and Andy isn't happy when he hears what's wrong
January 25, 1983
There's a surprise in store for Jackie when Donald leaves him in charge of the vicarage.
January 27, 1983
Sandie tells Annie her problems - but can Sandie face her mother with the news?
February 1, 1983
Amos still thinks he's on a higher plane, but Seth's constant jibing comes close to bringing him down to earth again.
February 3, 1983
Pat's nightmare becomes a reality when Sandie admits she's pregnant, and she refuses to have an abortion. Meanwhile, Donald confronts Barbara over the time she's spending with Joe and manages to upset her.
February 8, 1983
Clifford is incensed when he discovers Jackie has beaten up Andy, but he is kept in the dark as to why. Meanwhile, Henry is at the end of his tether with Amos, and Amos is thrown when Henry explodes.
February 10, 1983
Sandie gets an idea when she has a discussion with Dolly about illegitimately having Graham, whilst Jackie decides to move into Emmerdale Farm. Seth's problem of affording glasses is solved when Walter accidentally breaks them.
February 15, 1983
Andy proposes to Sandie but she rejects, and impresses Jack when she stands up for herself in front of everyone. She decides to move in with Tom in Aberdeen. Meanwhile, Sam wins a cruise to the Canary Islands for him and Annie.
February 17, 1983
Pat and Jack have Jackie at the farm at last. But how will Jackie settle in?
February 22, 1983
Henry ends up forcing Alan's hand into getting Primrose Dingle sorted, unaware of the trouble it's about to cause. Meanwhile, Amos nurses a hangover whilst Jackie takes interest in a butter churner.
February 24, 1983
Pat is furious when Jack is late home and locks him out when she learns he's out with Barbara. Meanwhile, Amos mistakes a businessman for Eric Birdwick.
March 1, 1983
Jack and Pat have a blazing row, and Jack takes his anger out on Jackie. Meanwhile, Alan continues to anger the NY Estates employees whilst Amos's desperation annoys Henry.
March 3, 1983
Barbara explodes when Donald interferes in her marriage with Brian. Meanwhile, the NY Estates workers are unhappy with Alan's demands.
March 8, 1983
Jackie gets into hot water at Emmerdale Farm when he does Seth a favour. Matt and Dolly have trouble with baby Sam. Alan catches Jackie taking some chicken wire so Jackie dumps it and runs. Alan calls all his workforce into the office.
March 10, 1983
Pat struggles to hide her jealousy over Barbara. Brian phones the Vicarage over Barbara withdrawing money from the account. Amos stops Walter eating the nuts. He has a go at Henry for taking his tie off and snaps at Walter for eating the nuts again.
March 15, 1983
John, Jock and Daniel are infuriated to learn they are being suspended - and Joe goes on the warpath. Meanwhile, Amos is pleased when Alan takes a liking to him.
March 17, 1983
Seth spots a suspicious truck drive through Main Street, but is unaware what the truck is really being used for. Meanwhile, Dolly is in two minds about getting Samuel immunised.
March 22, 1983
Dolly informs Matt that she's booked an appointment with paediatrician Dr Conway tomorrow about Samuel's vaccines. Alan introduces Amos to Tufty Billingham and The Major.
March 24, 1983
The sheep rustlers have struck again. Donald worries to Barbara that Alan only hired her because she is pretty. Sgt. MacArthur warns Jack not to put the law into his own hands.
April 12, 1983
Jack finally catches the rustlers and goes for them with his shotgun, but when the rustler begins attacking Jack, Jack takes drastic action and hits the rustler over the head with a rock, leaving him unconscious. Meanwhile, Amos becomes suspicious over Joe and Barbara and suspects there may be something between them.
April 14, 1983
Jack is relieved to learn the rustler will make a full recovery and is in the clear. The rest of the villagers are thrilled to learn the rustlers have been charged, however Barbara is furious to learn Brian is coming to Beckindale.
April 19, 1983
Barbara is still angry that Donald has interfered, but Donald makes her realise she has to talk to Brian at some point. Pat has brought a lamb in to show Samuel but it has pooed on the carpet.
April 21, 1983
Barbara's husband Brian is in Beckindale - and Donald is sure it's not too late to save their marriage.
April 26, 1983
Is Joe seeing too much of Barbara? Sam thinks he might be.
April 28, 1983
Donald is horrified to discover his daughter had an affair five years ago, whilst Alan's attempts at taking shortcuts lead to disaster when the driver is threatened with prosecution.
May 3, 1983
Barbara is upset when Brian confirms their marriage is over but finds herself in Joe's arms. Meanwhile, Jessie returns for Samuel's christening, whilst Alan blames Joe for the cattle situation.
May 5, 1983
Samuel is christened and all goes well, except for Amos. Meanwhile, Donald and Annie are infuriated to hear about Joe and Barbara's relationship so soon after the breakdown of Barbara's marriage.
May 10, 1983
Seth is horrified when Meg threatens to leave him if he doesn't quit drinking, and Seth is annoyed that her thoughts come from Donald. Meanwhile, Joe vents to Barbara about Alan's inability to own up to his mistakes.
May 12, 1983
Donald offers Seth guidance over his matrimonial problems - but Seth doesn't take the advice very easily! Seth is spending all his time at The Woolpack. Meg goes to the Woolpack to tell Seth to come home. He refuses. She says she will lock him out. He says he has a key but she says she will bolt the doors.
May 17, 1983
Barbara has two unexpected visitors at the vicarage. Seth has been sleeping in the Home Farm tack room since Meg locked him out. Joe sees a man letting his dog run loose on Emmerdale Farm land when there are lambs in the nearby field. Joe tells the man off until he realises it is Edward Ruskin, the old village vicar. Joe is pleased. Ruskin is standing in for Hinton while he is away. Seth bangs on the door of his house, demanding Meg answers the door. The neighbours are watching.
May 19, 1983
Henry thinks he's solved the space problem at The Woolpack - but Amos is none too pleased.
May 24, 1983
Seth is still locked out of his house - and he'll try anything to get back in again.
May 26, 1983
No synopsis available.
May 31, 1983
Donald returns home earlier than expected after his trip away. How has his daughter Barbara behaved in his absence?
June 2, 1983
Pat hears some disturbing news from Scotland about her daughter Sandie.
June 7, 1983
The goat at Emmerdale Farm is proving more than difficult to cope with - but Sam hits on a solution.
June 9, 1983
The Sugdens have an enjoyable day at the races, and on their return Pat makes a surprising decision.
June 14, 1983
It's time for Joe to think seriously about his relationship with Barbara.
June 16, 1983
It's the day of the dog race from The Woolpack to Emmerdale Farm - and Seth thinks he's backed the winner.
September 13, 1983
The Managing Director of NY Estates arrives at Home Farm. Does this mean trouble for Joe?
September 15, 1983
Pat is taking an interest in the outdoor work at Emmerdale Farm - and giving a Jack some headaches into the bargain!
September 20, 1983
The Managing Director finishes his investigations at Home Farm and has some disturbing news for Alan and Joe.
September 22, 1983
Barbara has been in touch with her husband while Donald thinks there may be a chance to save the marriage.
September 27, 1983
There's land for sale in Beckindale - and both Emmerdale Farm and NY Estates have good reasons for wanting to buy it.
September 29, 1983
It's the day of 'Hotten Show' and decision time for Joe and Barbara. What will the future hold for them?
October 4, 1983
As the Sugden family say goodbye to Joe, a storm is brewing at NY Estates. How will it affect the village?
October 6, 1983
Pat is not so pleased when Jackie gets a surprise visitor.
October 11, 1983
No synopsis available.
October 13, 1983
Featuring early appearance by Beverley Callard.
October 18, 1983
Annie is concerned about Jackie's behaviour, but she is more upset by worries of a different kind.
October 20, 1983
Will Beckindale win the best kept village competition? Amos is confident, but Seth has other ideas.
October 25, 1983
There's some disturbing news for the Sugden family when Annie visits the doctor.
October 27, 1983
Is Alan taking advantage of Matt? Dolly thinks he might be.
November 1, 1983
Jackie is in trouble with the law again. Will Jack stand by him?
November 3, 1983
Harvesting at Emmerdale Farm goes ahead at last, but with help from an unexpected quarter.
November 8, 1983
When Jackie takes his driving test, there's more at stake than a licence.
November 10, 1983
Battle lines are drawn at the Horticultural Show. Seth, Amos and Sam are all determined to win the trophy.
November 15, 1983
When Annie returns to Emmerdale Farm, her welcome is not quite what she expected.
November 17, 1983
Jackie has decided to get a motorbike, and Pat is determined to stop him.
November 22, 1983
Why is Amos so keen to get Henry to his Uncle's funeral?
November 24, 1983
Amos and Henry attend his uncle's funeral.
November 29, 1983
Alan is delighted with his new secretary , but can he distinguish between business and pleasure?
December 1, 1983
The Brearlys have gathered for the reading of the will, and Amos' great expectations are about to be fulfilled.
December 6, 1983
Donald thought it such a simple idea to organise a Christmas concert...
December 8, 1983
Matt has some words with Harry and Dolly is infuriated with how he gets his revenge. Meanwhile, Jackie, Archie and Mike plan to earn some cash making dodgy deals.
December 13, 1983
There's trouble in store for Emmerdale Farm when Matt takes the law into his own hands.
December 15, 1983
Annie tells Pat a few home truths about Jack.
December 20, 1983
It's Samuel's first birthday. Matt wonders if he's stolen Harry's dog for the wrong reasons - out of spite rather than concern for the dog. Jackie secretly ditches work with Mike and Archie to do a job of shifting stones for Harry. Jackie annoys Harry and receives a slap.
December 22, 1983
Dolly and Pat get the costumes ready for the play. Alan continues to struggle with the computer. Seth jokingly mistakes the computer monitor for a television screen.
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