Roy Cropper (David Neilson)

[Perdita]

Hopefully a noce wedding without will they wont they issue

In soapland unlikely not to have a hitch on the way but I hope they will stick together long term

[Perdita]

Hopefully a noce wedding without will they wont they issue

In soapland unlikely not to have a hitch on the way but I hope they will stick together long term

[Ruffed_lemur]

Nice news, and glad that Roy's back soon!

[lizann]

ah roy too soon for a wedding

[Perdita]

Coronation Street welcomes back one of its most popular characters next week, as Roy Cropper returns to the cobbles with a bang.

Roy has been absent from Weatherfield since January, as David Neilson took time out from the role in order to appear in a play with former co-star Chris Gascoyne.

The much-loved café owner has been away in Hastings looking after his mum Sylvia after she broke her hip, but it's time to reclaim his rightful place at Roy's Rolls next week now that she's back on her feet.

There's certainly a few surprises in store for Roy when he arrives back - the first being a new coffee machine that has been installed in his absence.


Roy tries to help Cathy
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That's the least of Roy's worries, though, as he and his partner Cathy Matthews soon hear an almighty crash coming from upstairs - caused by Alex Warner (Liam Bairstow) and his drunken mates having a party in the flat.

When one of the out-of-control lads breaks an ornament, Roy completely loses it and throws them all out - before angrily ordering Cathy and Alex to pack their bags.

While Roy wouldn't usually be so harsh, it's a difficult day for him as it's Hayley's birthday and he's clearly struggling with having so many changes in his life.

Carla Connor (Alison King) later spots that Roy is upset and urges him to make his peace with Cathy before it's too late.

Carla implores Roy to make amends with Cathy
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Carla finds an upset Roy on Maxine's bench
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When Roy returns home and finds that Cathy and Alex have already packed their bags, he apologises for his outburst and asks them to stay after all. But how easy will it be to get things back on track?

Coronation Street airs Roy's return on Monday, May 9 at 7.30pm and 8.30pm on ITV.

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[swmc66]

Hayley and Roy also had differences and it was not all plain sailing. When people pass you tend to forget the bad bits. She used to get really frustrated with him sometimes. I know they loved each other

[Dazzle]

Hayley and Roy also had differences and it was not all plain sailing. When people pass you tend to forget the bad bits. She used to get really frustrated with him sometimes. I know they loved each other

That's very true, but Hayley and Roy just seemed to fit - I'm feeling less and less sure that Cathy and Roy do. She was cruel to him (and Alex) last night. I know she'd had a big shock and we tend to take our frustrations out on those we love, but her behaviour felt like too much and was unpleasant to watch. She just doesn't seem to get Roy.

I'd like to see Cathy and Roy split but Alex stay living with him. I think the latter make for odd but pleasing house mates.

[Glen1]

Totally agree Dazzle, the Alex and Roy relationship is working well. I dislike the continual manipulation of Roy by Cathy and Anna. I recall some while ago several soap boarders commenting as to why the rush to get Roy paired off, particularly after the unique relationship he had with Hayley. Roy is a strong enough character in his own right to carry all types of storyline , as proven in the past , doesn't need a partner. Time for Cathy to move on or move out.

[swmc66]

Agree they do not suit each other now.

[Dazzle]

Totally agree Dazzle, the Alex and Roy relationship is working well. I dislike the continual manipulation of Roy by Cathy and Anna. I recall some while ago several soap boarders commenting as to why the rush to get Roy paired off, particularly after the unique relationship he had with Hayley. Roy is a strong enough character in his own right to carry all types of storyline , as proven in the past , doesn't need a partner. Time for Cathy to move on or move out.

Since reading this post yesterday Glen, I've been thinking about your mention of Cathy and Anna in the same breath.

It's happened so slowly that I didn't notice, but the once nervy, uncomfortable in her own skin yet intelligent Cathy has slowly morphed into a clone of the brash and ignorant Anna! How on earth did this happen, and why do the Corrie team think the sensitive Roy would remain in love with such a woman?!