22/12/2024

Mick and Joy make eggnog and wrap presents. Mick’s really looking forward to doing Christmas with Joy now they’re ‘housemates’! Kenton spoils the mood as he gives Mick short shrift about his motor home, still parked outside The Bull. Time’s up, and if Mick can’t get it moved, Kenton will have to take action. Eddie drops them off a turkey, and Mick takes the opportunity to ask about some other Christmassy bits and pieces Eddie has. He tells Joy he’s got an idea for his old van – it might as well go out with a bang. Ticket tout Eddie tries to flog them tickets for the St Stephen’s concert.
Will comments on all the stuff in Eddie’s van that he’s hoping to sell for last minute Christmas goodies. Will’s dismayed that everyone’s doing Christmas Day separately. George still isn’t speaking to them; at least he’s in contact with Poppy and Keira. Eddie acknowledges it’s not easy on anyone.
Eddie gives stranded Brian a lift home, enlisting his help on his delivery round. He’s grateful for Brian’s help, and Brian expresses his sympathy over how difficult things are for Christmas at Grange Farm. He’s keen that he and Eddie don’t fall out over George. They still don’t see eye to eye, but Brian recalls something Joe once said, prompting Eddie to invite Brian to The Bull. Later over a convivial pint and chat with Kenton, Eddie realises he can sell some of his concert tickets to Brian. The hottest ticket in town, declares Eddie – Miranda will be impressed.