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An intense and gripping week of events unfolds in Ambridge. Listen to all the drama here.

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The Archers: 10/10/2023

10/10/2023

BBC Radio 4 - The Archers, 10/10/2023

Pat is on the warpath, and it’s a big day for Susan.

Neil brings Susan breakfast in bed along with her 60th birthday cards. One turns out to be an invitation to Rob’s baptism. Susan immediately informs Pat. 

Usha apologises to Alan for what she said the other day. Her anger over the Rob situation was misdirected. He appreciates her support. Later, Usha notices that Susan is cold with her. Helen, who is making a delivery to the shop, also clocks this. She asks Susan what’s going on and Susan tells her to prepare herself. 

Usha reports back to Alan Susan’s cold behaviour. Alan tells her not to worry. Suddenly the doorbell rings urgently. Pat’s at the door with Susan’s baptism invitation from Rob. It highlights the support he’s received from both Alan and Usha. Pat is furious and orders them to stay away from her family. Usha can see Rob is seeking revenge on her. Alan goes to Bridge Farm. Pat doesn’t want to see him, but Helen persuades her to hear him out. Alan has to believe that Rob has found God. Pat thinks it’s just Rob’s mind games. Helen is stoic saying she refuses to let Rob hurt her. Helen goes, then Pat tells Alan that while Helen might be forgiving she isn’t, and the rest of the family are furious. 

Before everyone arrives for dinner, Neil gives Susan her big present. With Emma looking on, Neil uncovers a tandem bike. Susan, who’d been hopeful of a helicopter ride, tries to hide her disappointment. Neil then reveals that the whole family have clubbed together for a seat in a chopper too!

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