Corrie's first episode aired 9th December 1960. 52 years later, it's still here and still going strong, with three original characters still appearing in the form of Ken Barlow, Dennis Tanner and Emily Bishop).
Happy anniversary, Coronation Street!
Have a look at the first Coronation Street episode here and read our blogger Tvor's review of it here.
If you're in Manchester today, you can join a guided walking tour of Coronation Street locations this afternoon to celebrate Corrie's 52nd anniversary. Details here.
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Happy birthday! How great that three people from those very early days are still in the show. No other soap can rival that!
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