It first hit our screens back in 1960 and has really been a regular feature of the sitting room at 7.30pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday ever since. From Ken Barlow to all of the many affairs that Sally Webster has had, where would we be without the cobbles? Here are thirteen things we have learned from Coronation Street.
1. Christmas is a dangerous time of the year.
As with any soap, somebody will definitely be going at Christmas. So prepare yourself if you live on the cobbles, you might be next.
2. If you think that person is having an affair, they probably are…
How in God’s name did Sally get away with all those affairs? And Kevin? And, well, everyone?
3. You will need to have a job in an underwear factory.
Just face it, if you live on Coronation Street, you will need to do a stint in the underwear factory.
4. You will also need to be an alcoholic.
Drinking at lunchtime is absolutely compulsory.
5. At some stage, you may be framed for murder.
We know you didn’t do it, but suddenly all your friends think that you definitely did it. Confusing.
6. You never need to go into Manchester ever.
Everything you may need will be in a corner shop, the Rovers and a newsagents.
7. The upstairs accommodation in the Rovers Return is really spacious.
How many people live there???
8. Don’t trust anyone.
Especially if their last name is Baldwin…
9. Tea is a very important inclusion in life. In general.
All traumatic events, well just events in general, will revolve around tea.
10. If you’re going to have an argument, make sure it’s in the Rovers.
You also HAVE to make sure that everyone will get really quiet when you start having it out. Quite loudly. And publicly.
11. Strong ankles are a must to walk on the cobbles.
HOW did Liz walk in those heels? HOW?!
12. Make sure you have some leopard print in your wardrobe…
Take some advice from Bet Lynch here.
13. … and giant glasses. GIANT!
And some advice from Deirdre.
