20 Sep Natasha throws a spanner in the works, and Eddie is left touched.
21 Sep Ruth has concerns for a friend, and Brad is the topic of debate.
22 Sep Alan comes to the rescue, while Pip and Stella face wedding complications.
23 Sep It’s action stations for Amber, and Kate takes on a mission.
24 Sep Helen bears the brunt, and Kirsty is nearing the end of her tether.
25 Sep It’s a big day for the Grundys and Robert finds himself in the right place at the right time.
27 Sep Reality sets in for Amber, and there’s an awkward encounter for Harrison.
28 Sep Ian finds himself torn, and Emma offers her support.
29 Sep Ed has a controversial suggestion, and Lynda discovers an opening.
30 Sep There’s light at the end of the tunnel for Lily, and Harrison is given a few home truths.
01 Oct Pip has a decision to make, and Susan proves to be a friend indeed.
02 Oct Lily extends an invitation, and Brian is not impressed.
Radio Times - September 20th-25th 2026
04 Oct Fallon decides two can play that game, and Vince has a bone to pick.
05 Oct Amber is touched by an unexpected gesture, and Eddie issues an invitation.
06 Oct There’s a complication at the vets, and Alan offers some comfort.
07 Oct Clarrie’s concerns bubble to the surface, and Amber becomes overwhelmed.
08 Oct Anna stumbles upon some shocking information, and Alistair is torn.
09 Oct Ambridge says farewell to a friend, and Helen attempts to keep the peace.
Radio Times September 20th-25th 2026
There’s nothing quite like a pregnancy to remind you of The Archers’ real-time recording schedule. After an eventful nine months, it looks like Amber will go into labour any day now. With family tensions and money concerns now ironed out, will it be plain sailing for her and George?
Pip and Stella’s wedding plans hit a snag, as a mix-up involving Natasha sparks delicate family negotiations. Over at the Horrobins, Brad becomes a bone of contention, and when Ruth frets over a friend in need, Alan has to save the day.
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Total TV Guide - September 20th-25th 2026
Crossed wires with Natasha throw Pip and Stella’s wedding plans into disarray this week, and the brides must decide whether compromise or negotiation can avoid putting noses out of joint.
After a couple of false starts, it looks as if life is about to change forever for Amber and George when she goes into labour. Elsewhere in the Grundy family, Eddie is moved by an announcement.
Ruth is worried about a friend’s potentially misguided actions. Step forward Alan…
Meanwhile, the unassuming Brad finds himself at the centre of a heated debate into which Helen herself is reluctantly drawn.
And while Kirsty finds herself getting cosseted, Kate’s latest undertaking causes misgivings for some.
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TV Times - September 20th-25th 2026
There are further wedding woes for Pip and Stella this week, after Natasha throws a spanner in the works.
Elsewhere, it looks like Amber has gone into labour … but will it all go to plan?
And when Ruth is worried about a friend, it may be Alan who saves the day.
Also this week, Helen gets caught in the crossfire at the Horrobins’, Robert is under pressure and Kate embarks on a mission.
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Credits September 20th-25th 2026
Writer … Keri Davies
Director … Marina Caldarone
Editor … Jeremy Howe
Pip Archer … Daisy Badger
Ruth Archer … Felicity Finch
Helen Archer … Louiza Patikas
Natasha Archer … Mali Harries
Alan Franks … John Telfer
Amber Gordon … Olivia Bernstone
Eddie Grundy … Trevor Harrison
George Grundy … Angus Stobie
Keira Grundy … Mollie Kruczek
Brad Horrobin … Taylor Uttley
Chelsea Horrobin … Madeleine Leslay
Tracy Horrobin … Susie Riddell
Kate Madikane … Perdita Avery
Jazzer McCreary … Ryan Kelly
Kirsty Miller … Annabelle Dowler
Stella Pryor … Lucy Speed
Lynda Snell … Carole Boyd
Robert Snell … Michael Bertenshaw
Anna Tregorran … Isobel Middleton
Midwife … Susan Jeffrey
Credits September 27th-October 2nd 2026
Writer … Jessica Mitic
Director … Rosemary Watts
Editor … Jeremy Howe
Brian Aldridge … Charles Collingwood
Pip Archer … Daisy Badger
Harrison Burns … James Cartwirght
Susan Carter … Charlotte Martin
Ian Craig … Stephen Kennedy
Martyn Gibson … Jon Glover
Amber Gordon … Olivia Bernstone
Eddie Grundy … Trevor Harrison
Emma Grundy … Emerald O’Hanrahan
George Grundy … Angus Stobie
Adam Macy … Andrew Wincott
Elizabeth Pargetter … Alison Dowling
Freddie Pargetter … Toby Laurence
Lily Pargetter … Katie Redford
Lynda Snell … Carole Boyd
Credits October 4th-9th
Writer: Sarah Hehir
Director: Peter Leslie Wild
Editor: Jeremy Howe
Jolene Archer … Buffy Davis
Helen Archer … Louiza Patikas
Harrison Burns … James Cartwright
Vince Casey … Tony Turner
Alan Franks … John Telfer
Usha Franks … Souad Faress
Amber Gordon … Olivia Bernstone
Clarrie Grundy … Heather Bell
Eddie Grundy … Trevor Harrison
Keira Grundy … Mollie Kruczek
Alistair Lloyd … Michael Lumsden
Paul Mack … Joshua Riley
Elizabeth Pargetter … Alison Dowling
Lily Pargetter … Katie Redford
Fallon Rogers … Joanna Van Kampen
Anna Tregorran … Isobel Middleton
Anne Marie Gordon … Kate Ashfield
Health Vistor … Elexi Walker
Celebrant … Ian Brooker
Grant … Samuel Valentine