Eva return episode hailed 'best episode of Coronation Street in such a long time'

Eva has just given fans a whole load of hope for the new era
Tamzin Meyer

Eva Price made her grand return back to Coronation Street last night (Monday, October 28), and viewers have been left delighted with the scenes.

With the Driscolls entering Weatherfield, it seems that a new era has officially started for the ITV soap.

And, as far as first impressions of the Driscolls go, fans have been left well and truly satisfied.

Coronation Street's Eva and Ben outside moving van
Eva moved in (Credit: ITV)

Eva and the Driscolls settled in

Eva Price made her long-awaited return to the cobbles last night as her husband Ben Driscoll surprised her with a brand-new, shiny (okay, old and treasured) pub.

Settling back into Weatherfield life, Eva got reacquainted with her old mates (and No. 1 enemy), as well as her sister Leanne, of course.

The episode revolved around the Rovers and the Driscolls really integrating themselves into the community.

There were sibling squabbles between Leanne and Toyah, dancing and singing between punters, and a few twists in the form of financial issues and a ‘mother-in-law from hell’ rocking up.

It was a true classic Corrie episode, and fans are hopeful that there’s lots more where that came from now that Eva and her family are here to stay.

Eva talking to Toyah in the Rovers in Coronation Street
The new era looks promising (Credit: ITV)

Coronation Street fans ecstatic over Eva Price return scenes

Corrie fans have now taken to social media to share their absolute joy over last night’s Eva return scenes, excited for what’s to come for the soap.

They think that the ‘community feel’ of the episode has set to a promising future for the soap after recent doubts over where the show was heading.

One fan commented: “That was the best episode of Corrie in such a long time. It felt like the way it was before it went dark. I would love it if they kept it up. Eva’s return is brilliant and I tell you what I think Maggie is going to be an amazing character.”

Another exclaimed: “Really enjoyed that. Best episode in a long time. Great community feel. Welcome back Eva!”

A third person wondered: “Well that was the best episode of Corrie in ages. Why didn’t they bring Eva back years ago?!”

Agreeing, a fourth fan shared: “Incredible episode, best episode in MONTHS maybe even years? Incredible, loved all the scenes, so much laughter and drama being back, and welcome back Eva!”

A final excited fan added: “Just watched today’s Corrie now and wow, the best episode in ages! This is what we want, Eva’s return was fantastic!!”

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