It's Christmas time in the Owen household, where Gemma has decided to embark on a new challenge to become a jockey. Michael arranges for her to have a go on one of the horses at Manor House - the only issue is that it belongs to his old boss, Sir Alex Ferguson. Meanwhile, the off-season means Michael is off to the Auctions to take a huge risk, spending millions on new horses for next year.

Michael & Louise prepare for an empty nest as their youngest children near the end of school, leaving Louise with an identity crisis for the next chapter of her life as a mum. Meanwhile, Michael is seeking redemption as a season opener at the Chester May Festival approaches. Following an embarrassing defeat 6 months ago, can Manor House regain local pride in front of their demanding owners?