Jan 6, 1981
Annie Sugden is troubled by long-awaited news - and it's up to Sam Pearson to reassure her.
Jan 8, 1981
Jack is thrilled to see his friend has come to see him, and is a hit with the women of Beckindale. Meanwhile, Derek and Tom are charged with theft.
Jan 13, 1981
Joe questions where Jack's loyalties lie when Jack tries to help the Merricks by seeing if Joe can get the charges dropped. Meanwhile, Annie is worried about her upcoming operation, and Ian asks Helen for a job, but is turned down.
Jan 15, 1981
Dolly is upset when Jack goes off at her for scratching the Land Rover. Meanwhile, Amos goes on the warpath after discovering that Seth has been selling homemade beer.
Jan 20, 1981
Ian's love for the country way of life forces him to see his future in a new light.
Jan 22, 1981
The friction between Joe and Jack has been getting worse. Can Sam make them see reason?
Jan 27, 1981
With Annie in hospital for her operation, it's a time of anxiety for the family - especially Sam.
Jan 29, 1981
Sam and Henry visit a farm museum and Henry discovers a few home truths.
Feb 3, 1981
Jackie's future is uncertain, but a confrontation between Pat and Tom only makes things worse.
Feb 5, 1981
Richard has gone ahead with some unpopular policies at NY Estates and Seth is spoiling for a fight.
Feb 10, 1981
Jackie may be on the same slippery slope as his father. Can anyone in the village offer him help?
Feb 12, 1981
Seth delivers his ultimatum to Richard - and gets something he hadn't bargained for.
Feb 17, 1981
When Jack meets the outspoken and fiery Enoch, their conversation is far from neighbourly.
Feb 19, 1981
A problem in the Tolly family sends Grace to Hotten, but a major crisis awaits her return home as Enoch dies in a tractor accident.
Feb 24, 1981
Eyebrows are raised in the village when Seth reveals a few things about his past.
Feb 26, 1981
When Amos is troubled about security at The Woolpack, he decides to tackle the problem in his own individual way.
Mar 3, 1981
Richard is keen to go ahead with his controversial plans for the beef herd. Will Joe be able to deal with the opposition?
Mar 5, 1981
Burglar alarms should go off when there's burglary - but the one Amos bought seems to have a mind of its own!
Mar 10, 1981
Dolly is excited at the prospect of a home of her own, but Matt isn't quite as optimistic.
Mar 12, 1981
Daniel's resignation from NY Estates troubles Joe, but will it provide an answer to Grace's problems?
Mar 17, 1981
The family prepares to welcome Annie home after her operation - but a new set of problems awaits her return.
Mar 19, 1981
Amos doesn't raise objections to Henry's plan to take a holiday - until Henry reveals where he's going!
Mar 24, 1981
Tom claims to have learned his lesson at the court hearing, but Annie isn't taken in.
Mar 26, 1981
Adjusting to a broken marriage is never easy as Pat discovers to her cost.
Mar 31, 1981
Preparations for the protest meeting are underway, but there's a shock in store for Jack.
Apr 2, 1981
Things are looking bleak for the protestors in the village, but Henry has a trick up his sleeve.
Apr 7, 1981
Sam returns from his holidays, only to hear some disturbing rumours about Jack.
Apr 9, 1981
The burglar in Beckindale is ready to strike again and it's anybody's guess whose house will be the next target.
Apr 14, 1981
Matt was sceptical about Jack's bargain buy at Hotten Market - and it looks like he had good reason.
Apr 16, 1981
Richard's plans for NY Estates extend into local property speculation - but there are bound to be objections in the village.
Apr 21, 1981
Whenever Jackie brushes with the law, the villagers jump to conclusions and it's up to Donald to put people right.
Apr 23, 1981
Sgt. MacArthur puts an end to the burglaries in the village - but not until one more victim has been claimed.
Apr 28, 1981
Jack's back injury has put him out of action on the farm; but he's still quite capable of putting a strain on the family.
Apr 30, 1981
Dolly is finding her playgroup course very absorbing, but Matt is beginning to feel a little shut out.
May 5, 1981
Richard's plan to divert another footpath has angered a group of ramblers. The argument gets fiercer when Joe intervenes.
May 7, 1981
Henry attempts to master local support against the footpath diversion - and gets some surprising reactions.
May 12, 1981
Philip Haskell challenges Richard over his interest in Alder Cottages.
May 14, 1981
Dolly still hasn't got a contribution for the playgroup exhibition - but Matt and Sam have something up their sleeves.
May 19, 1981
An unexpected delivery brings trouble for Amos - and a surprise for Henry!
May 21, 1981
Pat is reaching the end of her tether, but when Jack tries to help it means problems at Emmerdale Farm.
May 26, 1981
Dolly is enthusiastic about the Haskell's new home, but Matt's got too much on his plate to take any interest.
May 28, 1981
Jackie isn't looking forward to the Youth Club dance, but Andy is determined to make the evening a success.
Jun 2, 1981
There is trouble with a poacher on NY Estates, and catching him is only the start of Seth's problems.
Jun 4, 1981
Jack's break is over and it's time to settle back to work at Emmerdale Farm - but it's not that easy.
Jun 9, 1981
Pat is in the thick of her divorce - but she still finds some of her solicitor's questions difficult to answer.
Jun 11, 1981
The playgroup is short of funds and it's Dolly's job to try and raise money. It's not long before the whole village gets involved.
Jun 16, 1981
Richard returns after his trip away, and there are one or two unpleasant surprises waiting for him at Home Farm.
Jun 18, 1981
The evening before publication is a trying time for any journalist but for Amos, it's a nightmare!
Jun 23, 1981
Matt doesn't relish the thought of dinner with the Haskells while Dolly finds the evening something of an eye-opener.
Jun 25, 1981
Donald is looking forward to a memorable day's cricket. Jack and Pat will remember the occasion for different reasons.
Sep 8, 1981
Jack is determined to improve profits at Emmerdale Farm, but his plans for the farm provoke bitter arguments in the family.
Sep 10, 1981
There's a surprise in store for Matt and Dolly when they decide on an evening out - and it brings a hint of scandal to the village.
Sep 15, 1981
Amos can cope with a plumbing problem at The Woolpack as well as anyone else - Or he thinks he can.
Sep 17, 1981
When the Chairman of NY Estates comes to Beckindale, it's an event for the villagers, but for Richard, it's a headache.
Sep 22, 1981
Pat relies on Jack's support during the divorce hearing - but her children don't appreciate his involvement.
Sep 24, 1981
Joe's ideas have impressed NY Estates head office, but Richard is furious. Is this the start of a rift between them?
Sep 29, 1981
Joe is being put under increasing pressure at NY Estates - and his patience is beginning to wear thin.
Oct 1, 1981
There's some good news in store for Dolly at the playgroup - but she soon finds every silver lining has its cloud.
Oct 6, 1981
The student at NY Estates is a burden for Joe Sugden, but he has quite a different effect on Sandie Merrick.
Oct 8, 1981
Jack is anxious to get on with the Merrick children, but Jackie is becoming more and more hostile.
Oct 13, 1981
The Sugdens are off to Connelton Gymkhana, but Joe has a difficult decision to make before he can enjoy himself.
Oct 15, 1981
It's the day of reckoning at the parish council meeting - and time for Henry to redeem himself with Dolly.
Oct 20, 1981
Joe realises he needs to take action over the pig unit
Oct 22, 1981
Jack and Matt have different plans for the farm and with money in short supply, the two men are on a collision course.
Oct 27, 1981
A shotgun is invaluable to a responsible gamekeeper - but just how responsible is Jackie?
Oct 29, 1981
Joe and Richard both have to face the managing director of NY Estates - and one of them is in for a hard time.
Nov 3, 1981
Jack is still being obstinate about Matt's sheep shelter. It's time for Annie to tell Jack a few home truths.
Nov 5, 1981
There's a shock in store for Dolly when she visits her Aunt Jessie in Darlington.
