Emmerdale — Series 12

Jan 11, 1983

Matt and Dolly discover the strains of parenthood.

Jan 13, 1983

Jan 18, 1983

When Alan brings a lady friend back to Home Farm, he sparks off another battle with Joe.

Jan 20, 1983

Sandie tells Andy what's on her mind - and Andy isn't happy when he hears what's wrong

Jan 25, 1983

There's a surprise in store for Jackie when Donald leaves him in charge of the vicarage.

Jan 27, 1983

Sandie tells Annie her problems - but can Sandie face her mother with the news?

Feb 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.

Feb 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.

Feb 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.

Feb 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.

Feb 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.

Feb 17, 1983

Pat and Jack have Jackie at the farm at last. But how will Jackie settle in?

Feb 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.

Feb 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.

Mar 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.

Mar 3, 1983

Barbara explodes when Donald interferes in her marriage with Brian. Meanwhile, the NY Estates workers are unhappy with Alan's demands.

Mar 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.

Mar 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.

Mar 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.

Mar 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.

Mar 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.

Mar 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.

Apr 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.

Apr 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.

Apr 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.

Apr 21, 1983

Barbara's husband Brian is in Beckindale - and Donald is sure it's not too late to save their marriage.

Apr 26, 1983

Is Joe seeing too much of Barbara? Sam thinks he might be.

Apr 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

May 31, 1983

Donald returns home earlier than expected after his trip away. How has his daughter Barbara behaved in his absence?

Jun 2, 1983

Pat hears some disturbing news from Scotland about her daughter Sandie.

Jun 7, 1983

The goat at Emmerdale Farm is proving more than difficult to cope with - but Sam hits on a solution.

Jun 9, 1983

The Sugdens have an enjoyable day at the races, and on their return Pat makes a surprising decision.

Jun 14, 1983

It's time for Joe to think seriously about his relationship with Barbara.

Jun 16, 1983

It's the day of the dog race from The Woolpack to Emmerdale Farm - and Seth thinks he's backed the winner.

Sep 13, 1983

The Managing Director of NY Estates arrives at Home Farm. Does this mean trouble for Joe?

Sep 15, 1983

Pat is taking an interest in the outdoor work at Emmerdale Farm - and giving a Jack some headaches into the bargain!

Sep 20, 1983

The Managing Director finishes his investigations at Home Farm and has some disturbing news for Alan and Joe.

Sep 22, 1983

Barbara has been in touch with her husband while Donald thinks there may be a chance to save the marriage.

Sep 27, 1983

There's land for sale in Beckindale - and both Emmerdale Farm and NY Estates have good reasons for wanting to buy it.

Sep 29, 1983

It's the day of 'Hotten Show' and decision time for Joe and Barbara. What will the future hold for them?

Oct 4, 1983

As the Sugden family say goodbye to Joe, a storm is brewing at NY Estates. How will it affect the village?

Oct 6, 1983

Pat is not so pleased when Jackie gets a surprise visitor.

Oct 11, 1983

Oct 13, 1983

Featuring early appearance by Beverley Callard.

Oct 18, 1983

Annie is concerned about Jackie's behaviour, but she is more upset by worries of a different kind.

Oct 20, 1983

Will Beckindale win the best kept village competition? Amos is confident, but Seth has other ideas.

Oct 25, 1983

There's some disturbing news for the Sugden family when Annie visits the doctor.

Oct 27, 1983

Is Alan taking advantage of Matt? Dolly thinks he might be.

Nov 1, 1983

Jackie is in trouble with the law again. Will Jack stand by him?

Nov 3, 1983

Harvesting at Emmerdale Farm goes ahead at last, but with help from an unexpected quarter.

Nov 8, 1983

When Jackie takes his driving test, there's more at stake than a licence.

Nov 10, 1983

Battle lines are drawn at the Horticultural Show. Seth, Amos and Sam are all determined to win the trophy.

Nov 15, 1983

When Annie returns to Emmerdale Farm, her welcome is not quite what she expected.

Nov 17, 1983

Jackie has decided to get a motorbike, and Pat is determined to stop him.

Nov 22, 1983

Why is Amos so keen to get Henry to his Uncle's funeral?

Nov 24, 1983

Amos and Henry attend his uncle's funeral.

Nov 29, 1983

Alan is delighted with his new secretary , but can he distinguish between business and pleasure?

Dec 1, 1983

The Brearlys have gathered for the reading of the will, and Amos' great expectations are about to be fulfilled.

Dec 6, 1983

Donald thought it such a simple idea to organise a Christmas concert...

Dec 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.

Dec 13, 1983

There's trouble in store for Emmerdale Farm when Matt takes the law into his own hands.

Dec 15, 1983

Annie tells Pat a few home truths about Jack.

Dec 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.

Dec 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.