Coronation Street and Emmerdale Face Major Schedule Changes Next Week
Next week, ITV will introduce significant schedule adjustments for the beloved soaps Coronation Street and Emmerdale due to the UEFA Women’s Euro competition. Fans of these iconic shows will need to take note of the temporary changes to their usual viewing times. In anticipation of this exciting football event, here’s everything you need to know about the modified broadcast schedule for the upcoming week.
Current Schedule for Coronation Street and Emmerdale
- Coronation Street: This show normally airs for an hour on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 PM.
- Emmerdale: Typically, this soap airs for half an hour on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 7:30 PM, with an hour-long feature on Thursdays.
Details of the Upcoming Modifications
As a result of the UEFA Women’s Euro games, some airings will be adjusted. Specifically for next week:
- Coronation Street: The show will air as usual on Monday, June 30, and Wednesday, July 2. However, it will not be broadcast on Friday, July 4.
- Emmerdale: The program will continue with its usual schedule on Monday and Wednesday. On Tuesday, July 1, there will be an extended hour-long episode from 7 PM to 8 PM. There will be no airing on Thursday, July 3, or Friday.
What Fans Can Expect Moving Forward
These adjustments are temporary and primarily responsive to the football tournament’s schedule. As the competition progresses, viewers should be prepared for additional modifications. Furthermore, significant changes are scheduled for the following year, as both soaps will transition to airing half-hour episodes on weekdays for a full hour starting at 8 PM.
To add excitement to these changes, a crossover episode between Coronation Street and Emmerdale is planned for January 2026. This special event will feature high-stakes drama intertwining the narratives and characters from both shows, providing fans with an unforgettable television experience.
For more updates and detailed information on your favorite soaps, fans are encouraged to visit dedicated pages on the Radio Times website. Make sure to stay tuned for these pivotal changes in your beloved programming!
