It's almost Christmas in Walford, and in true EastEnders fashion it promises to be an explosive one - but fans are already looking ahead to another dramatic upcoming storyline in 2025. The latest synopsis for the festive period on Albert Square teases: "Secrets and lies are set to throw a wrecking ball into the Beale family festivities as the shocking truth about Cindy is revealed in spectacular fashion on Christmas Day." And there will be little reprieve from all the drama after the twists and turns of Christmas as the BBC soap airs its 40th anniversary storyline in February.

While nothing is confirmed officially, rumours have emerged that the special episodes will see The Queen Vic go up in flames, leading fans to share their theories that there could be more losses in store alongside the iconic pub. And some viewers think they have figured out which character may be killed off next year - with a recent storyline holding the clues, The Mirror reports . Ruby Allen made a return to the soap recently as part of a twist involving her ex Martin Fowler, who found out the character, who was sent to prison a few years ago, had been pregnant with his child and welcomed a son.

Their young son Roman is now poorly and in hospital, with the exes putting asides their differences to be there for him. However, amid hints of the pair rekindling their relationship and Ruby coming between Martin and Stacey Slater, fans have been left convinced her "prolonged stint" on the show could come to a.