During the big pre-Christmas shop, Caroline tells Gillian the truth about why she had to take the new headship. Gillian's mounting guilt over Eddie's death drives her to make a life-changing decision. It's the night of Celia's play and a twist of fate means Alan is forced to confront his fears.

Seven years into their marriage, Alan and Celia aren't seeing eye to eye. Tempers get frayed at Caroline and Gillian's joint birthday celebration when Celia can't hold her tongue.

Celia is quick to apologise for causing a scene, but with Alan seeking excitement outside the bungalow, and Celia seeking it within, their relationship comes under increasing strain.Questions are raised when Ted arrives, fresh off a long-haul flight with a lifetime worth of luggage and further surprises in tow…Raff is left speechless when a giraffe turns up at Far Slack Farm, and Gillian is riddled with old anxieties when it brings unwarranted attention to the barn.Aspiring YouTube sensations Lawrence and Angus pitch a tent in Gillian's field. Meanwhile, Caroline and Ruth get on like a house on fire, until things take an unexpected turn. And as Judith looks to the future, John begins to look the other way.