CORONATION Street legend makes shock return to Weatherfield after a decade – leaving loved ones reeling.

A familiar face is set to stun Weatherfield residents as a long-lost favourite finally makes their way back to the cobbles after ten years away.

Julie Carp is returning for Eileen exit storylineCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk

She was last seen in Weatherfield back in 2015Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk

But why have they returned now, and what drama will their comeback bring?

Julie Carp (played by Katy Cavanagh) was introduced in 2008 in Coronation Street as Kirk Sutherland’s girlfriend.

But she was later revealed to be Eileen Grimshaw’s (Sue Cleaver) half-sister.

Katy left the show in 2015 to pursue other projects.

Julie’s exit story saw her leave Weatherfield following the breakdown of her relationship with Dev Alahan (Jimmi Harkishin).

Peter Gunn returned to the show as Brian in the build-up to her exit.

Her final episode aired on 3 July 2015 and she hasn’t been seen since.

So, how does she come back to the ITV soap?

Next week, Debbie hands out flyers to Todd and Billy for a tea dance for singles at the hotel.

After some convincing to get Billy to go, he and Todd attend but when a couple of men offer to buy them drinks, Billy hurries out.

As George berates Todd for dragging Billy along, Todd’s distracted as he catches sight of someone – Todd sees Julie.

Why is Julie back?

Julie will come back to the cobbles to surprise half-sister Eileen, the actress Sue Cleaver leaves the long-running show after 25 years.

Her return is part of Cleaver’s exit storyline, which is set to play out in late spring.

Julie’s secret sets off a chain of events that has huge ramifications for Eileen.

But what is she hiding?

Ahead of her return, Katy said: “It is exciting to dust off Julie’s quirky wardrobe again and an absolute joy to step back onto the cobbles.

“Julie is so much fun, I’ve missed her.”

Producer Kate Brooks said in a statement: “We’re delighted to have the inimitable Julie Carp back on the Cobbles.

“As the ever lovable Julie breezes back into the lives of the Grimshaws, not everything is quite as it seems, and Julie’s secret sets off a chain of events that has huge ramifications for Eileen.

“Katy has slipped back into Julie’s shoes with such ease that it’s like she’s never been away, and we can’t wait for the audience to watch Julie’s story unfold; a story full of love, laughter and tears.”