Paula Lane is swapping the cobbles for the Dales as she takes on the role of Ella Forster a caring and compassionate character who is set to fall on difficult times.

Ella will meet Mandy Dingle at a Veterinary Ball she is attending with partner Paddy Kirk and will end up losing her job after sticking up for the salon owner.

Not willing to let herself be down for too long, Ella soon finds herself in a chance encounter with Manpreet who offers her an opportunity.