Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Betty cancels Seth’s cremation, Debbie’s dramatic party, and Pearl’s shocking return (Aug 2)

In Classic Emmerdale airing on ITV3 on Friday August 2, Betty cancels Seth’s cremation, Debbie throws a dramatic party, and Pearl returns from holiday to shocking news. These episodes originally aired on November 1 and 2 2005.

Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Betty cancels Seth’s cremation

The villagers prepare for Seth Armstrong’s funeral, but Betty Eagleton refuses to attend. Kim Tate shows she does care about some people when she sends a surprising crate of booze.

Devastated Betty seeks solace in Seth’s hide and chastises him for leaving her. Biff Fowler arrives and convinces Betty that Seth stayed away to spare her pain.

Betty starts to come around but balks at the finality of cremation. Biff supports her decision to halt the proceedings, shocking the villagers. Embracing her memories, Betty buys everyone a drink and leads a heartfelt toast to Seth at The Woolpack.

Eric Pollard, Alan Turner, and Sam Dingle join in, sharing fond memories and poetry in Seth’s honor.

Debbie snogs Daz and throws a party

Meanwhile, teenage drama unfolds as Debbie Dingle snogs Daz Eden to fend off Kayleigh Gibbs. Heartbroken, Kayleigh finds comfort in Louise Appleton, who organises a girls’ night to lift her spirits.

Kayleigh’s awkward questions about sex catch Louise off guard, but she navigates them gracefully. However, soon Martin arrives and his surprise visit causes drama when he reacts to Kayleigh’s make-up.

Daz’s plan backfires

Debbie’s truancy prompts Daz to plan a party, hoping to integrate her back into school life. However, the party spirals out of control.

Debbie’s kiss with a schoolmate alarms Daz, who fears she might make regrettable choices. In a desperate move, Daz fetches Lisa Dingle. Lisa’s arrival and subsequent dragging of a mortified Debbie out of the party mark a humiliating end to the night.

Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Pearl’s shocking return

Pearl Laddersbanks returns from holiday, eager to share her experiences. She shows off her holiday pictures, but Betty’s news about Seth crushes her. The revelation leaves her devastated.

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.