Dream Trip

- Sean Marland

Growing up in Accrington, Julie Hesmondhalgh dreamed of starring in her two favourite TV shows – Coronation Street and Doctor Who. Now, after 16 years as Weatherfield favourite Hayley Cropper, this week she gets to complete her TV bucket list when she appears in the iconic sci-fi series. Although Hesmondhalgh is keeping her character under wraps, the episode follows the Doctor and her pals as they head to a mysterious warehouse moon.

We caught up with the 48-yearold star to find out more…

How does it feel to be in Doctor Who?

I was so excited to get the part. Once I’d done Corrie, it was my burning ambition to be in