06/05/2025

The Archers

Elizabeth tells David at Brookfield about a nightmare in which she was desperately trying to stop David wreaking bloody vengeance with a broken bottle while trapped on a cruise ship. David admits he’s had nightmares about the abattoir protest too, wondering if he should have done more. They discuss Lower Loxley’s plans for VE Day and Ruth’s attempts to contact Reginald Dodge, wartime hero. Talk turns to Jill’s memories of the war, David suspecting Phil had a crush on Wanda, the Brookfield Land Girl. They also discuss the slideshow Pat’s putting together with Peggy. Later, David surprises Elizabeth with news that they’ve tracked down ‘Dodgy’ (Reginald) through his granddaughter, who’s emailed Ruth a potted life history. David suggests printing it out and putting it on display at Lower Loxley.

At the Magistrate’s Court, Rochelle’s grateful to be given bail – and she won’t be tagged, as long as she sticks to her bail conditions. Mick and Joy are grateful to Usha too, before Joy hands over a bag of clothes and other essentials. Apologetic Rochelle gives Joy a heartfelt hug, then leaves with Mick for the bail address he’s arranged with a friend. On the way, Rochelle is relieved to hear Joy isn’t angry with her and tells Mick she loves Joy, despite everything. Back at Beechwood, Joy confesses she blames herself for damaging Rochelle. Usha admires Rochelle’s passion and determination, and thinks she never really intended to harm anyone. Usha then encourages Joy to stay and help with VE Day, despite the temptation to run away. Joy agrees, because running away never works.