5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight as Charity is left devastated

Emmerdale spoilers follow from Wednesday's episode (7 October), which is available to watch now on ITVX and YouTube but hasn't aired on ITV1 yet.

In tonight's Emmerdale, Charity is relieved to unexpectedly be released from prison – but she quickly realises that her problems aren't over.

Meanwhile, there's hope that Gabby's situation can improve when she receives the help she needs in hospital.

Read on for five big moments coming up in Wednesday's episode…

1. Charity discovers her fate

Charity can't believe what she's hearing when one of the prison guards orders her to pack up her belongings, as she'll be leaving that day.

It's clear that Sarah's plan to blackmail Thea has worked. Following the recent sabotage of Charity's police interview recording, there's not enough evidence to build a case against her.

2. Sarah leaves Charity crushed

Shortly after reuniting with her family at home, Charity heads to The Woolpack to see Sarah.

Now regretting her ruthless revenge, Sarah is pleased that Charity is finally home and safe. However, Charity is shocked by what Sarah says next – will their relationship ever be the same again?

3. Gabby collapses

Gabby opens up to Laurel at The Hide, finally addressing her recent issues with food. Their heart-to-heart is interrupted when Gabby collapses.

At the hospital, Gabby is emotional but seems ready to take steps towards recovery, with support from Laurel and Manpreet.

4. A somber day for Carl

Carl's 12^th birthday arrives, but it's an emotional occasion for the Kings as Jimmy is gone.

Nicola encourages Carl not to put on a brave face for her sake – can they support each other and find a way through?

5. Sadie embarks on a new mission

Sadie urges Robert to break into Nicola's home and delete the incriminating voice messages from Jimmy's computer. Robert refuses, telling Sadie that she'll have to clean up her own mess.

When Sadie obliges and begins her clean-up operation on Jimmy's laptop, will she manage to remove all of the messages?

Emmerdale airs on weeknights at 8pm on ITV1, and streams on ITVX.

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