In the heart of the beautiful countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, residents of a farm and the nearby village deal with all the drama, joys, and heartbreaks that life throws at them.
Jasmine ends her relationship with Miles as he continues to be jealous of Jake. Nicola impresses David and Viv is furious when her solicitor tells her to plead guilty.
Nicola enlists David to help with a ferocious Alsatian, but they find themselves locked in the B and B. Louise suggests that she and Jamie buy the shop and cafe.
Marlon enjoys his TV debut, while Donna is left stunned when Ross reveals his feelings for her. David and Nicola go back into business, and Jake tries his luck with a producer.
Donna tells Ross that she loves Marlon but the pair agree to remain friends. Pollard continues to hide his money troubles from Val, and Rodney grows concerned for Gabby.
Pollard admits his money troubles to Val when she cancels the order he was relying on for cash. Gennie tries to live up to her name, and Donna is happy with Marlon's success.
Val tells a shocked Diane she is considering selling her share of the pub to help Eric. Gennie tries to sell Viv a smoothie maker in an attempt to prove her worth as a Dingle.
Eric is forced to break the news to the workers that the factory will have to close - setting off a chain of events that see it go up in smoke.
Carl worries about Donald when he has a funny turn and refuses to go to the hospital. Val accuses Pearl of causing the fire, and the villagers learn about Pollard's plans.
Terry confronts Matthew about the apartment development - warning the businessman he will contest the plans. Marlon is offered a new job, and Carl tells Donald to take it easy.
Marlon and Val argue when the chef learns that they didn't win the Pub of the Year competition. Sam offers to rebuild the factory, and Mel asks Ashley for time with Arthur.
Mel gives Greg an ultimatum when he confronts her about Arthur. Marlon prepares to contact the rival pub about the job offer but Donna urges him to reconsider.