What is the full name of the pub known as the Queen Vic in EastEnders?
Correct answer: The Queen Victoria
The Queen Victoria is the pub at the heart of Albert Square. Its royal bust has also played a part in major storylines.
Hollyoaks, Emmerdale and British Soap History
Explore memorable details from British soaps including EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Coronation Street, Pobol y Cwm and Brookside. Players can learn about iconic characters and performers, notable locations, programme history and dramatic storylines.
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- What is the full name of the pub known as the Queen Vic in EastEnders?
- In which year did Hollyoaks launch?
- Which Yorkshire village was used for Emmerdale's exterior village scenes before its purpose-built set?
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In which year did Hollyoaks launch?
Correct answer: 1995
Hollyoaks began in October 1995. Its original cast was built around a small group of young characters.
Which Yorkshire village was used for Emmerdale's exterior village scenes before its purpose-built set?
Correct answer: Esholt
Esholt served as Emmerdale's exterior village location before production moved to a purpose-built village on the Harewood estate. The move reduced the impact of filming on residents.
Which language is used principally in the soap Pobol y Cwm?
Correct answer: Welsh
Pobol y Cwm is a Welsh-language soap produced by BBC Cymru Wales. It moved to S4C when the channel launched in 1982.
What breed of dog was Edna Birch's pet Tootsie in Emmerdale?
Correct answer: Papillon
Tootsie was a Papillon and one of Edna's much-loved dogs. Her devotion to her pets showed a softer side beneath her stern exterior.
Which Coronation Street character did David Neilson begin playing in 1995?
Correct answer: Roy Cropper
David Neilson joined the soap as Roy Cropper. Roy developed from a socially awkward neighbour into a central figure through the cafe and his relationship with Hayley.
Which Hollyoaks character was a transgender school headteacher played by Annie Wallace?
Correct answer: Sally St. Claire
Annie Wallace played Sally St. Claire, who became headteacher at Hollyoaks High. Sally was also revealed as John Paul McQueen's biological parent.
Which actress became closely associated with Peggy Mitchell after taking over the role in 1994?
Correct answer: Barbara Windsor
Barbara Windsor took over as Peggy in 1994, following Jo Warne's earlier portrayal. Peggy became known for running the Queen Vic and defending her family.
Which Hollyoaks character is played by Nick Pickard?
Correct answer: Tony Hutchinson
Nick Pickard plays Tony Hutchinson, a character present from the programme's launch. Tony's restaurant businesses and relationships have supplied many of his stories.
Whose body was hidden beneath the Jordache family's patio in Brookside?
Correct answer: Trevor Jordache's
Trevor Jordache was killed by his wife Mandy after abusing his family. The discovery of his body became the focus of a major storyline in 1995.
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- What is the full name of the pub known as the Queen Vic in EastEnders?
- In which year did Hollyoaks launch?
- Which Yorkshire village was used for Emmerdale's exterior village scenes before its purpose-built set?
- Which language is used principally in the soap Pobol y Cwm?
- What breed of dog was Edna Birch's pet Tootsie in Emmerdale?
- Which Coronation Street character did David Neilson begin playing in 1995?
- Which Hollyoaks character was a transgender school headteacher played by Annie Wallace?
- Which actress became closely associated with Peggy Mitchell after taking over the role in 1994?
- Which Hollyoaks character is played by Nick Pickard?
- Whose body was hidden beneath the Jordache family's patio in Brookside?
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