Plot[]
It's a bittersweet moment for Jackson and Hazel when he's moved into a wheelchair. Although both are relieved, they're reminded of the seriousness of Jackson's disability and his absolute helplessness. Jerry arrives at the hospital and offers Hazel a cheque to help with the costs, but it's not much and tempers flare up again. The pair eventually call a truce, but Hazel is still worried about affording accommodation until Declan kindly offers to let her have Dale Head at a token rent. Meanwhile, John and Moira decide to take Holly back to the clinic and get her back on methadone. Holly is determined to work through it this time and there's a sense she hates herself for what she's done. The family realises that they can only deal with the situation together - and Holly, Moira and John later join forces to decorate their Christmas tree. Elsewhere, Viv lies to Bob by claiming she's been mugged; Mia is less than enthused with her hairnet and overalls when Declan arranges a packing job for her at Jai's factory; and Maisie is grateful when Nikhil helps to cheer Will up.
Cast[]
Regular cast[]
- John Barton - James Thornton
- Moira Barton - Natalie J Robb
- Adam Barton - Adam Thomas
- Hannah Barton - Grace Cassidy
- Bob Hope - Tony Audenshaw
- Viv Hope - Deena Payne
- Terry Woods - Billy Hartman
- Holly Barton - Sophie Powles
- Hazel Rhodes - Pauline Quirke
- Maisie Wylde - Alice Coulthard
- Nikhil Sharma - Rik Makarem
- Will Wylde - Oscar Lloyd
- Jai Sharma - Christopher Bisson
- Declan Macey - Jason Merrells
- Mia Macey - Sapphire Elia
- Ella Hart - Corrinne Wicks
- Diane Sugden - Elizabeth Estensen
- Jackson Walsh - Marc Silcock
- Pearl Ladderbanks - Meg Johnson
Guest cast[]
Locations[]
- Butlers Farm - Farmhouse (kitchen and living room)
- Village Store, Post Office & Off-Licence - Exterior
- Smithy Cottage - Living room
- Holdgate Farm - Kitchen and dining room
- Home Farm - Living room
- The Woolpack - Back room and public bar
- Hotten General Hospital - Jackson's room and canteen
- Café Hope - Café
Notes[]
- Stuart St Paul was credited as Stunt Co-Ordinator on this episode.
- Viewing Figures: UK broadcast - 8,500,000 viewers (16th place).
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