In the upcoming special episode of Emmerdale, Tom’s dark intentions for Belle

are set to unfold. Tom moves their holiday plans forward, raising suspicions about

his true motives. The storyline, which has delved into domestic abuse since last

October, has seen Tom’s controlling and violent behavior escalate significantly since marrying Belle in February. Recent episodes reveal Tom secretly securing a job interview in Wales, misleading Belle into thinking the move would be temporary. In tonight’s episode, Tom takes a covert phone call confirming another interview for a veterinary position in Wales. “She’s totally on board. Belle loves the Welsh countryside; the quieter, the better,” he tells his potential employer during a dog walk.

When Belle and Tom are invited to a meal at Cain and Moira’s to support Matty, Tom expresses his displeasure, sarcastically remarking, “A bunch of Dingles talking over each other—how relaxing.” He then suggests an immediate holiday to Wales, promising to find the perfect getaway spot for them. Tom later reveals he has already booked a cottage in Pembrokeshire, attempting to convince Belle to skip the family meal and leave for their holiday early. “I thought getting away would be healing for us,” he says, to which Belle eventually agrees, thinking it would be beneficial.

As they prepare to depart, Belle realizes she forgot her phone and asks to go back inside to retrieve it. Tom dismisses her concern, saying, “Maybe it’s a blessing. That’s what holidays are for—shutting out the noise. We’re all you need, me and Piper. Now let’s go have some fun.” With no way to contact her family, the couple sets off, leaving viewers to wonder what dark events lie ahead for Belle during their holiday.

The full extent of Tom and Belle’s week away will be revealed through a series of flashbacks in a special episode airing on Wednesday, July 2nd.