Sue Nicholls rules out Corrie retirement

Sue Nicholls has revealed that she intends to stay on Coronation Street for as long as possible.

Speaking to TV Times, the veteran actress - who turns 70 next week - admitted that her life away from Weatherfield is more stressful.

Nicholls, who plays Audrey Roberts, explained: "When I come through the gates of the studio, it's like coming into a different world. I think I'm a bit happier in my Weatherfield world, because I've only got to worry about Audrey.

"In the real world, when I have a free week, oh, I find it terribly exhausting and I can't cope! Ringing the accountant, having a row with BT; you have to do all that.

"I would like to get in the car while I can still drive, and travel through France and Spain - places where I went to in my youth - but that can wait. I'm a bit of a romantic but, in reality, it's trips to Sainsbury's and Marks and Spencer for me."