Two Emmerdale icons have teased a romantic time ahead for their characters in an unexpected twist Christmas brings drama to the Dales this December (Image: ITV)

A new romance could be brewing in the Dales this Christmas , but not everyone will be happy.

Fans of the ITV soap are convinced Belle Dingle (Eden Taylor-Draper) and Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) will spend a romantic Christmas together despite his relationship with Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley).

Speaking ahead of the festive episodes, Ned Porteus has confirmed that his character, Joe, will be kicked out of Home Farm and forced to spend time somewhere "different".

It appears businessman Joe will not be eating turkey with his girlfriend, Dawn, and her children.

Ned explains: "Joe is basically ousted from the house by Kim

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