Classic Emmerdale Steph looking up (right) and Alan clutching chest (left)

In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for episodes airing on ITV3 on Monday August 12, Steph spirals out of control, leading to a series of dramatic events. These episodes originally aired on November 15 and 16 2005.

Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Steph is more possessive than ever

Steph’s obsession with Adam hits a breaking point when she locks him in his room. She wants to prevent him from giving Val a lift to Hotten.

Adam bangs and shouts to be let out. Realising the gravity of what she’s done, Steph retreats in humiliation. She later returns to quietly unlock the door.

Adam’s patience pays off as he gets Steph to open up about her past. She reveals her treatment of her father and her jealousy over his relationship with Shelley.

Classic Emmerdale Adam helping a struggling Alan
Alan starts feeling pain as he’s questioned by Adam (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Steph causes Alan health scare

The next day, Adam tries to help Steph open up about her issues with Alan. This leads to an explosive confrontation. Alan, unable to handle Adam’s probing, clutches his chest in pain. He is rushed to the hospital.

Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Steph reaches breaking point

In a poignant moment, Steph chooses to stay alone rather than seek solace with Alan. Adam’s support only infuriates her more. She lashes out and mocks him, declaring she feels nothing for him.

After Adam leaves, Steph crumples to the floor in tears, revealing the depth of her inner turmoil.

Simon raises fist to Rodney
Simon has a word with Rodney about Leslie (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Lesley’s heartbreak

Lesley feels heartbroken over Rodney’s rejection and his new relationship with Kelly. Her son Simon threatens Rodney, but it doesn’t change anything. Rodney opts for a civil conversation instead.

Meanwhile, Ivan tries to boost Lesley’s morale. Nicola notices Ivan’s efforts as he flirts with both Toni and Paul, causing a stir.

Diane’s furious return

Diane returns from her cruise to find her sister Val staying at The Woolpack. Furious, she insists Val leaves. Val spends her last night of freedom on the factory floor before her court appearance. This family feud adds more fuel to the village’s already smouldering tensions.

Dawn and Danny’s interrupted kiss

Jo plays Cupid for Dawn and Danny, leaving them alone over lunch. Just as things heat up and Danny makes a move, a phone call from Scott interrupts.

Dawn feels frustrated. Danny insists that she needs to resolve things with Scott before they can proceed, adding another layer of tension.

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.