Emmerdale spoilers follow.Emmerdale star Bradley Riches has shared a farewell message with fans as he takes a short break from the show.The actor, who plays Lewis Barton, is stepping away from the soap until next year to work on a new project.Related: 5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight as Tom's tense return scenes airBack in March, it was announced that ITV bosses had finally lifted strict rules which limited Emmerdale and Coronation Street stars' availability to take on other work.