In next week’s Emmerdale spoilers, Bear finds himself pushed to the emotional brink as he is forced to dig Anya’s grave after her devastating death. The heartbreaking moment leads him to reconsider everything he believes about Ray, and he even contemplates making a desperate escape. Meanwhile, Robert and Aaron move forward with a bold plan to expose Kev after uncovering more of his deception. Several other residents also become entangled in escalating tension across the village (Radio Times).

1. Bear is forced to dig Anya’s grave

Bear is shattered in the aftermath of Anya’s tragic death. His grief quickly turns to anger when he discovers that Ray has coldly dumped her body in the feed shed with no intention of offering her dignity or respect. Outraged, Bear demands a proper funeral for Anya, prompting Celia to stage a makeshift ceremony in a field on Butlers Farm.

However, Bear is stunned by how informal the entire setup is. The situation grows even more horrifying when he realises he and Ray are expected to dig the grave themselves. While Bear gives an emotional speech as Anya is laid to rest, Celia watches without showing even a flicker of empathy, deepening the unease surrounding her behaviour. Multiple reports have highlighted how the cult-like control Ray has over the group is intensifying, pushing Bear closer to breaking point (The Mirror).

2. Will Bear escape Ray’s control?

Mick and Simo continue trying to open Bear’s eyes to the truth about Ray’s manipulation. Despite their efforts, Bear remains heavily influenced and brainwashed, making their warnings difficult for him to accept. They reveal their escape plan and urge Bear to join them before Ray’s threats escalate.

Later, Bear reflects on a photo of Anya’s daughter and thinks of Paddy, which stirs something inside him. Torn between loyalty, fear, and grief, Bear faces a life-changing decision: does he stay under Ray’s control, or risk everything to break free? According to insiders, this storyline will push Bear into one of the most emotionally complex arcs he’s had in years (Digital Spy).

3. Robert attempts to trick Kev

Still determined to retrieve the stolen loot from last week’s robbery, Robert tries to manipulate Kev into revealing its hidden location. He attempts to approach the topic casually, but the situation turns tense when Kev warns him that he doesn’t like being lied to. The remark rattles Robert, making him fear that Kev may already suspect him and Aaron of plotting behind his back.

Sources have confirmed that the Kev storyline is building toward a major confrontation, with much higher stakes than viewers initially expected (Metro).

4. Liam exposes Kev’s lies

As Robert and Aaron discuss taking decisive action to eliminate Kev from their lives for good, they confide in Chas. Liam unexpectedly enters, looking extremely uneasy. When pressured, he finally cracks and admits that Kev was never terminally ill—meaning Kev has been lying to everyone.

The shocking revelation gives Aaron and Robert renewed determination to take their plan forward. It also raises questions about what other lies Kev may be hiding, deepening suspicion around the loot and his recent behaviour (The Sun).

5. Kev is questioned after Aaron catches him out

Later, Kev sneaks into the church to quietly check on his hidden stash, ensuring no one is watching. But he fails to notice Aaron observing him from the shadows. Aaron immediately calls Robert, setting the next phase of their plan into motion.

Soon after, DS Carter brings Kev into the station for questioning. But can she gather enough evidence to bring Kev down permanently, or will he manage to slip away again?

6. Police storm the depot over drug suspicions

Dylan and Billy are stunned when the police arrive at the depot following reports of drug activity linked to the site. Jai is equally baffled, insisting the officers speak directly with Caleb. With the authorities digging deeper, tension rises as everyone worries about what the investigation might uncover (ITV News).

7. Ray threatens April and Dylan

Ray corners April and Dylan in the village, issuing a veiled threat as he reminds them he’s looking for the mole among them. His intimidating behaviour raises the stakes, especially as he grows more paranoid and unstable. April and Dylan’s shaken expressions suggest they may know far more than they are safely able to admit.

8. Nicola grows suspicious of Ray

Nicola encourages Laurel to feel excited about her upcoming date with Ray, but her support quickly turns into concern when she begins researching him online. Shockingly, she finds almost no trace of him—no social media, no public records, and nothing concrete about his past.

The lack of digital footprint raises red flags, pushing Nicola to dig deeper. Given Ray’s increasingly menacing behaviour, her suspicions may prove crucial in exposing the danger he poses (The Guardian).

9. The Dingles surprise Lydia with a VIP concert experience

Lydia has been saving for a Jason Donovan concert but ultimately misses out on the tickets. Wanting to cheer her up, the Dingles organise a homemade VIP experience, complete with decorations and performances. Lydia is thrilled—until the unexpected happens. The power goes out, leaving the family with a hefty repair bill.

When Noah delivers the quote for rewiring the house, Lydia uses her concert fund to pay for it instead. Feeling guilty, Belle and Sam begin plotting a way to earn the money back so they can still get Lydia the ticket she dreams of. But with their luck, nothing is ever as simple as it seems.