Natasha’s self-conscious about their small, messy home as visiting Brenda talks about her assets. Natasha’s ears prick up on hearing the new offer on Kirsty’s house is not proving straightforward.
Brenda’s heading to Birmingham tomorrow and asks Kirsty to keep her updated on the Beechwood house sale, reminding her that the clock is ticking for Roy and Hayley and the sale of Willow Farm. Bold Natasha reiterates her offer on the Beechwood house to Kirsty, and after some reassurance about Helen, Kirsty accepts. Natasha promises it’ll be the easiest house sale ever.
Ed and Emma aren’t keen on the idea of The Grundys and Carters spending Christmas Day together at Ambridge View, especially as Eddie could end up on his own. Clarrie’s disappointed the St Stephen’s concert is sold out, although Eddie doesn’t seem bothered.
At Lower Loxley Ed tries to persuade Emma to put on some skates as he joins Keira on the ice. Vince catches Emma alone and she shares her worries about George. Vince mentions how Freddie turned things around after prison – prison could turn out to be the making of bright, capable George. Emma admits she’d like to just shut the world out and have a cosy day at home on Christmas Day. Vince advises her to do whatever she wants and not feel guilty.
Cheered up, Emma joins Ed and Keira on the ice. She tells Ed about her plan for Christmas Day – just her, Ed and Keira. Ed wonders how they’re going to break the news to their parents.