AllCreaturesGreatandSmall

It's spring time in the Dales. James returns to Darrowby with an impossible decision to make and Helen on his mind, while Tristan must figure out whether the truth is always the best option.

Tristan helps Siegfried deal with a difficult client and reminds him of the man he used to be. James hopes to make progress with Helen at the local spring dance.

The fate of a struggling young widow causes difficulties for James and Helen's burgeoning romance. Meanwhile, Siegfried's latest scheme to whip Tristan into shape, and a visit from Tricki Woo causes chaos in Skeldale House.

It's a very important day for Tristan, but a painful secret threatens to ruin celebrations – and James' efforts to protect Helen from his own problems only makes things worse.

James has to settle old scores both on and off the playing field when a familiar face returns to Darrowby, while Tristan and Siegfried must acknowledge their differences.

James has to make a big decision about his future in Darrowby. Tristan's next steps are informed by a chance meeting with an unexpected outsider.

James and Helen question their future together in the run up to Christmas Day, while things look grave for one of Darrowby's most beloved animals.