On July 8, 2021, Queen Elizabeth visited the set of the world’s longest running soap opera, Coronation Street in Manchester. There, the Queen toured the ITV Studios set and met with some of the show's cast. Last year ‘Corrie' celebrated its 60th anniversary. The Queen met with some of the 300 staff who work for Coronation Street. Afterwards, the Queen visited Manchester Cathedral marking the 600th Celebration of the Collegiate Church. There, the Queen met with members of the clergy and local worshippers.