Eva Pope 'was frustrated on Waterloo Rd'

Eva Pope has reportedly confessed that she grew "frustrated" over her Waterloo Road character during her final months with the show.

The actress's alter ego Rachel Mason will make her final appearance in the BBC drama when the current series concludes tomorrow night.

Speaking to We Love Telly about her decision to quit the programme, Pope explained: "My three-year contract was up and it felt like the potential Rachel had as a character was not being utilised. She was becoming this slightly two-dimensional being who wasn't allowed any faults or feelings.

"I thought there was a lot more to her that wasn't being seen and eventually it was really frustrating to play. The role wasn't a challenge anymore."

Asked whether she misses the part, Pope replied: "It's the people you miss. I had the best time ever with the cast and crew and I will miss them. We had a big party when I left - we felt the effects for some time afterwards!"

Karen Fisher - a new character played by Amanda Burton - will take over Rachel's position as Waterloo Road's headteacher in the next series.