Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Jimmy catches Sadie out and Nicola’s Boxing Day blunder
Jimmy uncovers Matthew and Sadie’s affair, while Nicola’s holiday plans with Ivan go disastrously wrong
In Classic Emmerdale spoilers airing on ITV3 on Thursday September 5, Jimmy King stumbles upon a shocking affair that could tear the King family apart.
Meanwhile, Nicola Blackstock’s attempts at a perfect Boxing Day with Ivan end in humiliation. These episodes originally aired on December 26 and 27 2005.
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Jimmy uncovers Sadie’s scheme
Jimmy King returns home and quickly realises something is amiss. He discovers that Sadie and Helen have been secretly plotting to force Tom King into early retirement. Jimmy, furious at this betrayal, confronts Sadie directly.
He then warns Matthew that Sadie is not to be trusted and is trying to take control of the family business. To test Sadie’s loyalty, Matthew suggests they leave everything behind and run away together. Surprisingly, Sadie agrees without hesitation, even packing her bags. But just when it seems they might escape, Jimmy reveals to Matthew that Sadie’s ambitions are far greater than they imagined.
Matthew and Sadie’s affair exposed
The next day, Jimmy notices a moment of intimacy between Matthew and Sadie, confirming his worst fears—they are indeed having an affair. Devastated by this betrayal, Jimmy immediately goes to Tom, hoping for support. However, Tom dismisses his concerns as mere paranoia, refusing to believe his sons are deceiving him.
Determined to expose the truth, Jimmy digs deeper. He asks Louise about places Matthew used to take her, hoping to gather evidence. Meanwhile, Tom begins to watch Matthew and Sadie closely, secretly troubled by Jimmy’s accusations.
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Nicola’s Boxing Day blunder
While the King family drama unfolds, Nicola Blackstock returns from Scarborough, eager to spend Boxing Day with Ivan. Ivan, however, seems reluctant, but Nicola remains oblivious to his discomfort. She insists they attend a party at Mill Cottage, unaware that her plans will soon backfire.
At the party, Nicola can’t resist humiliating Kelly over a Christmas gift she gave to Rodney. The mood quickly turns sour, leaving Ivan wishing he had stayed with his family up North. As the night progresses, Nicola starts to worry about her relationship with Simon, who remains absent, adding to her growing insecurities.
Bob faces his fears
Elsewhere in the village, Bob Hope grapples with his own anxieties. After overhearing Val suggest that his children might resent him for being an absent father, Bob decides to take action. He nervously picks up the phone and calls them, unsure of how they will respond. The uncertainty gnaws at him, but he knows he must reach out and reconnect, regardless of the outcome.
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.
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