Next week on EastEnders, emotions run high as Martin Fowler’s funeral shakes Albert Square, leading to shocking confrontations and unexpected departures. As his loved ones gather to say their final goodbyes, Stacy Slater struggles to cope with the loss and returns to Walford in a drunken state, much to the dismay of her family. Despite initially refusing to attend the funeral, she eventually stands beside her children at the service, where Martin’s coffin is carried through the streets by close friends and family.

Meanwhile, Ross Marshall’s mysterious agenda comes to light as he manipulates Vicki Fowler into staying in Walford longer than planned. Despite Vicki’s determination to return to Australia, Ross schemes with Ian Beale to convince her otherwise, using Michelle Fowler’s grief as leverage. His relentless efforts raise the question—what exactly is Ross hiding, and why is he so desperate to keep Vicki from leaving?

At the wake, long-buried tensions explode as Stacy finds herself at odds with both Lily and Ruby Allen. Lily resents her mother’s absence, while Ruby’s deep-seated anger resurfaces, leading to a fiery confrontation at the allotment. The situation takes an even darker turn when Martin’s beloved fruit and veg stall is deliberately set on fire, leaving Stacy vowing to uncover the culprit. As she hunts for the truth, Branning urges her to let the police handle it, but Stacy is convinced she knows who’s responsible.

As the chaos reaches its peak, Ruby makes the drastic decision to leave Walford for good, unable to continue her feud with Stacy. Despite Jean Slater’s pleas for peace, Ruby disappears without a word, leaving behind unanswered questions and fractured relationships. With betrayal, loss, and shocking revelations unfolding, EastEnders promises another gripping week of drama that fans won’t want to miss.