Soap spoilers next week: Emmerdale John bombshell, Corrie feud and EastEnders secrets

Soap bosses have lined up plenty of drama for next week, from Emmerdale to Home and Away.

While newcomer Danielle Silverton (Natalie Anderson) finds her mark in Coronation Street, Caleb and Ruby Miligan (Will Ash and Beth Cordingly) continue to cover their involvement in Anthony's disappearance and death. But Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) quickly taunts Caleb, forcing Cain (Jeff Hordley) to intervene.

Elsewhere in EastEnders, over on BBC One, Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) tries to forget his worsening condition as the Easter egg hunt begins in Walford. But Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) gets the fright of her life when Teddy (Roland Manookian) slowly catches on to her secrets.

Smaller soaps will also have their own fair share of ups and downs, as Grace Black (Tamara Wall) continues to wreak havoc in Hollyoaks. Meanwhile, Susan Kennedy (Jackie Woodburne) grows increasingly concerned for Chelsea as her relationship with Darcy takes a strange turn.

Caleb and Ruby are relieved when DI Roberts is concerned about a break-in rather than Anthony’s disappearance. Joe gloats after DI Roberts’ departure and Caleb pins him to the wall.

Cain intervenes, worried that the situation is spiralling out of control. Determined to put an end to Caleb and Joe’s feud, Cain seeks Kim Tate’s (Claire King) help. Cain and Kim discuss their options but Joe soon enters the room and Kim explodes.

Later on, Caleb and Ruby arrive at Home Farm to find Joe and Cain waiting for them while Kim gets ready to end the ongoing row. She then makes Caleb a huge offer - but is everything as it seems?

Meanwhile, Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins) meets with John’s (Oliver Farnworth) ex-soldier friend. As they reminisce about John, Victoria is stunned to learn that Aidan is alive - but he’s in a coma at a hospital in Leeds. Later on, at the hospital, Victoria enters Aidan’s room but she suddenly leaves, shaken by the truth.

Billy’s left with food for thought when Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) alludes to the idea that Dawn (Olivia Bromley) might be having an affair with Ross.

Determined to get to the truth, Billy picks up Dawn’s phone, but he’s shocked to realise she’s changed her code. Joe later stokes his theory about Ross and Dawn, pushing Billy to confront Ross on his suspicions - and a tussle ensues.

Elsewhere, Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) is furious when Kammy joins a dirt bike race, going face-to-face with rival Jacob Gallagher. But things quickly spiral out of control after a crash.

Todd Grimshaw (Gareth Pierce) confides in Sarah that he suspects Theo will never tell his family about his sexuality. Danielle then tells George about Sarah flirting with Kit (Jacob Roberts) but she gets the wrong end of the stick, thinking Sarah and Todd are together.

Amused, George sets Danielle straight about Todd’s sexuality. Danielle is later furious to see Sarah putting a comforting arm around Theo.

Mick threatens Sean, saying there will be hell to pay if he causes Brody any more trouble. Mick then calls at the Rovers and tells Gemma that he and Lou would like her to join them for tea.

Jenny Connor (Sally Ann Matthews) issues Gemma Winter (Dolly-Rose Campbell) with an ominous warning. Meanwhile, at the STC, Brody goads Dylan with homophobic comments about Sean. Dylan sees red and punches the bully.

Jenny is thrilled when “Dom” arrives in the Rovers and Christina explains to Daisy that it’s all part of her plan. Later, Dom confides in Jenny that he’s selling his business, boasting that anybody investing in the brand within days could be guaranteed to double their money - and Jenny’s interested.

Knowing they’re closer than ever to their money, Daisy (Charlotte Jordan) and Christina are thrilled. Daisy then covers her tracks, telling Daniel that an aunt has decided to give her some money, which she’d like to use to help them start afresh away from Weatherfield.

Walford residents are abuzz for the Easter egg hunt in the Square - but Nigel feels suffocated by Phil’s (Steve McFadden) overprotectiveness.

However, when Yolande (Angela Wynter) asks him to dress up as the Easter bunny, Nigel sees a chance to prove himself to Phil. All is going well but Nigel is soon embroiled in a row with Harvey (Ross Boatman) after he confuses Hope for Clare.

Jean (Gillian Wright), Harvey and Ian (Adam Woodyatt) then question Phil on Nigel’s wellbeing and the tough man spills the beans. Later on, Phil makes a devastating discovery about Nigel.

Meanwhile, Teddy tries to take a clandestine call from Junior about their project but he’s forced to confess everything to Nicola when she overhears the conversation.

Despite her pleas, Teddy refuses to pull out of the business deal, and later recruits Ross to join the build Nicola arrives to offer Teddy some help - but she’s horrified to hear that the location of the site is also Shireen’s resting place. And when Teddy informs her that construction will begin at the site in just days, Nicola takes desperate action.

At No.45, Priya (Sophie Khan Levy) encourages Avani (Aaliyah James) to spend time with her friends but it’s clear they’re avoiding her when Avani’s texts go unanswered. Priya then convinces Avani to have lunch with Barney.

Cash-strapped Frankie and Dillon are struggling with their drug addiction. Concerned, Darren reaches out to Donny and Misbah but he’s shocked by what he learns.

Misbah tries to talk to Dillon while Rex convinces Frankie to speak with her dad. Tensions then run high between Darren and Nancy when they clash. Leela and Joel rekindle their relationship but he stands Tommy up.

Later, Tommy continues stalking Joel and Leela warns him, worried what Tommy might do. Sienna bumps into Cleo at the hospital. Sensing the spark, Liberty encourages Sienna to make a move.

Leo has taken Abby and fled, leaving his family to race against the police to find him. Paul tries to help but he later crumbles and tells Terese he can’t bear the thought of losing another son.

Meanwhile, Nell crumbles under her guilt - but will she take action? Or will she let Leo take the fall? Elsewhere, Darcy’s feelings for Chelsea are developing fast - and Susan is concerned.

Chelsea opens up to Cara about their relationship. Wendy avoids questions from Andrew and Sadie about her teaching gig. But when pressed, she drops a bombshell.

Bree and Remi invite Cash to breakfast but he declines saying he has an appointment - raising suspicions with Eden. Neither man wants to make peace but how will they react when Levi asks both of them for help with a delivery?

Elsewhere, Roo struggles with Eliza as she tries to prepare her for homeschooling but Eliza shows little interest. Rose later has massive news and Abigail reluctantly allows Mali to meet up with her and accepts the invitation to tag along. But what will she do when Rose and Mali share a friendly touch?

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