It's Dougie Ferguson he's been hurt. Oh - it wasn't Nicole Kidman or Glenda Jackson - she lives on a tugboat. Audrey Potter: Now don't worry, love. Ena watched her daughter decline over several weeks until she died in Ena's bed in January 1967. Violet Helen Carson, OBE (1 September 1898 - 26 December 1983) was a British actress of radio, stage and television, and a singer and pianist, who had a long and celebrated career as an actress and performer during the early days of BBC Radio, and during the last two decades of her life as the matronly Christian widow, town gossip and elderly battle-axe Ena Sharples in the ITV television . Tracy Barlow: We don't normally dress for breakfast. Coronation Street - Clip 10 - Martha, Ena and Minnie 17,721 views Jan 8, 2010 Minnie Caldwell (Margot Bryant) along with Martha Longhurst (Lynne Carol) and Ena Sharples (Violet Carsen). With Glad Tidings gone, the closest place of worship was the Victoria Street Mission, and Ena kept close tabs on the comings and goings there. In court, Ena pleaded not guilty, but refused to give her age when questioned, saying only that she was over 21. She also stopped Elsie from taking an overdose in 1973. Cilla Brown: [after Roy has taken Chesney to the airport] You call the airport and I call the police, Hayley. 4.1% ABV . Later in the 1970s, Ena alternated between Weatherfield and St. Anne's. Blanche Hunt: You want to get out more - wait 'till you try bingo - you'll hyperventilate. Web. 1976: Handel tells Ena that Minnie is never returning. She was fined 40/-. It's you, Charlie! Blanche Hunt: They say that alcohol loosens the tounge. Violet Carson died on 26th December 1983. That's all. Danny Baldwin: Well, it's good stuff - his legs are working. Martha: Ooh, that were a beautiful ending. Ian died after only two days, and Alfred died in 1937 during the Depression, leaving Ena a widow with two children. Fictional character from the British soap opera Coronation Street, "An addict's appreciation of Coronation Street", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ena_Sharples&oldid=1141548360, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 25 February 2023, at 16:33. Now, scream. . Swindley was forced to re-hire her when a suitable replacement could not be found (Ena had bribed the other candidates to turn the job down). Ogden, Ena Sharples - all gone Yet I remain. You made me feel scared, you made me feel inferior. 'Coronation Street' was massive in our house. Within the world of Coronation Street it is synonymous with the character of Ena Sharples who wore one in almost all appearances she made in the programme from Episode 5 (23rd December 1960) (when the character was hospitalised) to Episode 1983 (2nd April 1980) with very few exceptions. Annie Walker: My idea of heaven is doing a foxtrot on a French-chalked floor, knowing I look right. 8. Ena and Albert became close enough that he would stay with her family while on leave but, when he asked her if she wanted to be more than friends, she declined, stating that she was still mourning Phil. Around 1917, Ena met Alfred Sharples, who had been sent home because of a leg injury. Find your thing. ena sharples, ena sharples minnie caldwell and Millions of unique designs by independent artists. Marcus Dent: I was talking about her heart. Leanne Battersby: Get a good handful did ya! Thomas F. Wilson. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and m. Well you must have took ten-to-the-douzen with drink inside you, or did you get tanked up ___. She did however sign up for the Over 60's Club, and agreed to play the piano. Eileen Grimshaw: Yeah, and Sarah's been through half the lads in Weatherfield. Ena would do all she could to protect her loved ones but her efforts were often misconstrued as interfering. Minnie, who could be quite timid and indecisive, was often dominated by Ena, who did not appear to trust Minnie's own initiative or decisions. Minnie continued to be fond of gambling, but Ena strongly disapproved and in 1972 tried to have her barred from Benny Lewis's Betting Shop for her own good. Although motivated by self-interest more often than she would care to admit, Ena's usual justification was that she was acting in the name of Christianity. Ena found it disconcerting to have neighbours after so many years of having one side of the street to herself. High quality Ena Art-inspired gifts and merchandise. Emily Nugent: I'm quite capable of deciding for myself what I can or can not do! For fifty weeks of the year they work to save up for this. Ena did not have much contact with the surviving Schofields until her great-nephew Tom Schofield contacted her in 1965 and invited her to stay in the USA. Coronation Street Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. 4 Mar. Mina Parekh: That's very clever to have a little sewing kit in your bag. Ena's brother Tom died in 1973. Ena Sharples: Oh, lovely. 11 were more than satisfactory, Ena learnt from hindsight and decided to move to St Annes - it would only be a matter of time before the two got into an argument. Played by In 1915, Ena became engaged to Phil Moss, nephew of Gladys Arkwright, her mentor at the Glad Tidings Mission Hall. Sophie Webster: And that top doesn't suit you but you still wear it. Ena had been aware of the many men Elsie had entertained at No.11 over the years, and strongly disapproved considering she was still married and opined that she was putting her own needs above those of her children. Amber Kalirai: It's the holidays, though, innit? Read reviews from world's largest community for readers. The lawyers pay the woman off; sometimes uniformed guards accompany her to the elevators. Our maths genius helped with all this. Her skills were regularly called upon at events in the Rovers Return and other community venues. Norris Cole: I think you'll find I was protecting you! Run For Your Life (feat. She just sat up, broke wind, and died. Erywon) Rainon Cyril. Matters were made worse after Ena fell over and was knocked unconscious while looking after Tracy Langton. As congregations at the Mission Hall's services dwindled, the Hall became more often the domain of clubs and meetings. Gail Potter: [to Richard Hillman] You're Norman Bates with a briefcase. Ena Sharples (ne Schofield) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera Coronation Street, played by Violet Carson. Les Battersby: [eating a turkey he had run over earlier] This is Champion Turkey, this! Well, it's a replica, but it works. Tim Metcalfe: She put the "chest" in Manchester, that's for sure. Vera Duckworth: No, But I will be 10 minutes after I get you home! Vera had debts to pay but hadn't the money to pay them, so Ena gave her the money, despite it being all her savings. Shelley Unwin: Yes, I have, and I thought it was me but it's not. Ena clashed with many members of her family, especially her children. It must have had some place, or else viewers would not have reacted so well to Ena Sharples. In 1960, Ena battled new Mission lay preacher Leonard Swindley, who objected to her frequenting the Rovers. The residents of the street began to protect and defend her more, seeing her as a vulnerable old woman. Ena was absent from the programme for over three months during 1965 as Violet Carson took a sabbatical and for almost two months in 1968 when she went on a promotional tour to Australia. In an interview, Violet Carson described Ena as "the eternal busybody, the rock of ages; when things are going well, she is the old bag, when things are going wrong, she is the first one they turn to", in another interview she said that children weren't frightened of Mrs.Sharples, Violet Carson said "children will come and hold Mrs. Sharples' hand". Norris Cole: I do wish you wouldn't use Americanisms in the shop. Ena Shaples Height 5 6 (1.68 m) Born September 1, 1898 German Street, Ancoats, Manchester, England, UK Died December 26, 1983 Cleveleys, Blackpool, Lancashire, England, UK (undisclosed) Spouse George Frederick Peploe September 1, 1926 - March 25, 1929 (his death) Other works (1950's)'Have A Go' radio show Publicity listings 1 Portrayal 1 Article Emily Nugent: Oh, how do you work with this man, all day? Far from showing gratitude that Vera was the only daughter to stand by her, Ena was particularly hard on her as Vera had been dropped as a child and Ena was never convinced that she was right in the head. Ena was a capable and experienced pianist and player of the harmonium. At the start of the war in 1914, Ena had developed a gradual friendship with Albert Tatlock after Dinky Low, a local boy Ena had a crush on, asked her to write to Albert. Atop the souvenir kiosk, Reeba belts out a quick rendition of "Paper Moon", whilst Emilia chose this moment - for some solemn prayer.". Around 1917, Ena met Alfred Sharples, who had been sent home because of a leg injury. Religion as a serious - yet casual - fact of British life has died. How did you get in? After he verbally attacked her in the Rovers, the Street's residents united to oust him. Ena was taken away by policemen and given a caution, although the OAPs were triumphant in their cause. [Liz enters the Barlows' living room wearing a low-cut, short sparkly dress]. Oh naughty Blanche! Vera hadn't yet been told her condition was terminal. Ena was formidable in an argument, usually putting her view across quickly and bluntly, barely giving anyone else a chance to speak. How could you? TV Shows. In 1980, Ena dumped herself on Elsie Tanner (Pat Phoenix) and later Albert, while the flat was being re-decorated. Tags: Coronation Street. She screams for help through the tape on her mouth]. In 1965, she acted as spokesperson for the street over the issue of a survey which almost led to the demolition of the street so that a ring road could be built through it. Betty Turpin: With his reputation for proposing, you know, they'll have fixed a date already! Valerie Tatlock: [deflated] You're not enjoying yourself then? I nearly died of the shame. The first reference to her after this was in the 1985 spin-off video The Jubilee Years when Ken Barlow revealed that Ena died "a couple of years ago", placing her death around the same time as that of Carson's. It was Ena who prevented the street from being renamed in 1962 when she wrote to Prince Philip to appeal for his help. There is always a bright side to every situation. Norris Cole: Oh well, don't blame me when you're in pot up to your waste! I was okay till I met you. [Hayley looks at Carla. Ena Sharples: Sometimes I think I am bout ready to go down to that cemetery. Martha Longhurst: [as Ena chokes on a sixpence in Minnie's Christmas pudding] Should I hit her on the back? Everyone kept telling me you're destroying me, that you go with other women. Ena Schofield was born in Weatherfield on 24 November 1899. Although the living arrangements at No. 1140 Upon her return, Ena was horrified to see the Mission converted into a Community Centre, with social worker Ruth Winter (Colette O'Neil) employed there full-time. Hayley Cropper: Where did you come from? It quickly became a permanent part of the character's apparel, added by Violet Carson, who refused to let the make-up department touch her elegantly-styled silver hair. Minnie soon turned up, and Ena was able to turn the tables on Dave Smith by blackmailing him over his tax fraud. Ena made herself at home, making the best of a bad situation, but unbeknown to her Martha couldn't wait to get rid of her and in the meantime had considered writing to an agony aunt to ask how to deal with her overbearing houseguest. Ray Langton: Something for me? In 1977, Councillor Tattersall was aghast at the management of the Centre, run as it was by two elderly pensioners. Carla Connor: [Carla screams through her gag, unable to speak], Robbie Sloane: Now, I'm going to nip out for two minutes. Frankie Baldwin: You can't do that. Are a mild-mannered church-goer called Emilia Rita Littlewood: and a racy, Titian temptress called Reeba. For the duration of World War II, Ena was an Air Raid warden, lording it over the other residents when they had to seek refuge in the Mission cellar. Blanche Hunt: Never happy unless she's got someone's hands round her throat. I am Ken, but I am not a leader Don't look at me for your answers I am just a man Trying to make sense. You'd rather stay here and nurse poor little Sunita! Easily one of the most recognisable names on the Street, it was this quote from Ena, broadcast in only the second ever episode of Coronation Street, that gave us a glimpse behind her hard exterior. Violet Wilson: [Pleasantly] Hiya, Sarah, what can I get you? Ena and Albert became close enough that he would stay with her family while on leave, but when he asked her if she wanted to be more than friends, she declined, stating that she was still mourning Phil. Martha Longhurst: Eeh, that were a beautiful ending. Leanne Battersby: I'll just get you another glass, Blanche, with tea in it. In 1989, Deirdre Barlow mentioned that "Ena Sharples will be turning in her grave" thus implying Ena has died by this time. Ken Barlow: Well just think of it. Father However, Ena's age and ability to do the work was a constant concern to the Council. Charlie Stubbs: Sorry about this, mate. Emily Nugent: It's not really a page-turner, is it? Rita Littlewood: Did you ever run away from home? Minnie's part in the trio's conversations in the snug were usually limited to the occasional (frequently inappropriate or out-of-place) comment. Sick with guilt and worry, Ena scoured Weatherfield for anywhere Minnie might be. I've never heard so much self-indulgent whinging in all my life! In 1989, Deirdre Barlow (Anne Kirkbride) said that, due to recent events in Coronation Street, "Ena Sharples would be turning in her grave", confirming that she had died by this time. Ena's best friends from her youth, now Minnie Caldwell and Martha Longhurst, were both also widows by 1960, and frequently sat with Ena in the snug of the local Rovers Return Inn, criticising the lives of the other street residents (as well as each other), while drinking milk stout. Gail Potter: Oh here's the other one the rest of The Village People! Along with Minnie Caldwell, Martha Longhurst was Ena's closest friend and unlike Minnie, Martha shared Ena's penchant for gossiping. Karen Phillips: Try any more stunts like that, and I will be booking your funeral! Living in the same street for many years had led them to at least understand each other. Ena Sharples Naughty! 12 Dec 2010. Leanne Battersby: I can't eat this! Later that year, Ena's great-nephew Tom Schofield visited her and invited her to her brother's home in the USA for an extended stay. Rita Littlewood: [about Norris's secret book] The hero of his novel has got himself caught up in a menage-a-trois! However he enlisted for military service in the Great War and was killed in battle, devastating Ena. She also quickly learned to be self-sufficient, taking on factory work when she was only 11. Miss Nugent: [Watching Blackpool Illuminations from the coach] Oh look Mrs Sharples, Old King Cole! 2023. Marvin Maddocks: When the bell starts ringing and the trainer says "Go", I'm telling you, girlie, there's something you ought to know. Your chest came flat-packed and you haven't put it together yet! However, she never returned to Coronation Street, and passed away at some point afterwards. She quit upon hearing the news and moved in with Minnie at No. Beside the Great British Seaside: masstopia here we come. Trod on a snail? In 1977, Councillor Tattersall (George Waring) tried to sack Ena so that his niece could take her job, but Alf Roberts (Bryan Mosley) fought on Ena's behalf. Shelley Unwin: Oh, Betty, don't say that! The caretaker's accommodation was the vestry, which opened onto Coronation Street. I mean we really made the best of it didn't we?". This is available as an extra on the Tram Crash DVD, released in 2011. Blanche Hunt: [as the Barlows meet George and Eve, Blanche is very drunk] Kids on every corner - lurking and spitting, pavements knee deep in dog-doo, murderers running actories - on it's not like it was around here. In 1915, Ena became engaged to Phil Moss, nephew of her mentor at the Glad Tidings Mission Hall, Gladys Arkwright. A few years later, Ena helped Elsie and her friend Sally Todd see off the American soldiers they loved, Steve Tanner and Oliver Hart, hiding them in the Mission after they had gone AWOL to say goodbye to the ladies. She was eventually offered her job back. Maxine Peacock: Richard, what the hell are you doing? 1960-1980 Caretaker (retired) Ena's age and ability to do the work was a constant concern to the council. Betty Turpin: Does it matter! 1969: Ena is distressed when Minnie goes missing. In 2010, a short online video titled Ken: A Life on the Street reiterated that she was no longer alive when Ken Barlow (William Roache) told his grandson Simon (Alex Bain) that she was "long dead now". Buy "ena sharples, ena sharples quotes" by Varshadesigns as a Poster. Ena and Elsie initially clashed through Ena's hostility towards Elsie's husband Arnold Tanner; when the newly married couple arrived in the Street, Ena recognised Arnold as having thrown a widow out of her home because she had not been able to pay the rent for two weeks. They live in dumps like Coronation Street and they think this is paradise. In 1973, Minnie first sought Ena's opinion before getting engaged to Albert Tatlock. With her home safe for the time being, Ena sold No. There was an instant chemistry but Ena was upset to learn he was already married, and broke contact with him. And now I'm being told off by the former prostitue! She won't hear you - she's as deaf as a post! Ena lived there with Vera until Vera moved out in 1946. Ena didn't approve, seeing it as the misuse of a holy building and an invasion of her home. What do you think? Vicar: [attempting to escape from a reporter that has been questioning her] I expect you know today is the feast day for the patron saint of newspaper reporters. Coronation Street is made by Granada Television at MediaCityUK and shown in all ITV regions, as well as internationally. Valerie Tatlock: Well what's wrong with it? With no-one else to take the job, Ena was selected for the job and she moved into a flat adjacent to the centre. Returning home, she was horrified to discover that the Mission was being converted into a Community Centre, with social worker Ruth Winter assigned to work there full-time. I can't marry you! She disappeared with the Centre keys at Christmas, preventing local children from getting their presents. Minnie even once accused Ena of being jealous of the cat. Six? Thomas Schofield https://www.quotes.net/movies/coronation_street_101305, https://www.quotes.net/movies/coronation_street_quotes_101305. I think you're both! Corrie Quotes. Vera came to stay again later in 1966, claiming to be ill. Ena did not believe her until she spoke to Vera's doctor, who said that Vera had a brain tumour and had just a month to live; however Vera had not yet been told that her condition was terminal. Ena's first drink at the Rovers Return was in 1918 with Lizzie Hinchcliffe. Ena later became close to the Lomax family and was often called upon to watch Colin. However, her health remained a point of contention. In 1975, Ena began to make much more frequent visits to the street but often found that Minnie was away in Whaley Bridge, visiting their old friend Handel Gartside. You've been too busy so I got Rosie to help me. Maxine Peacock: You should've stayed at the party, Maxine! Well other people are different, they enjoy this. She was delighted in 1970 to meet young Tony Parsons (David Hill), who shared her passion for the harmonium. Despite her occasionally antagonistic nature, Ena was a respected figure in the community and, although seeming at times to be a loner, had many friends in the street. Sorry my name's Melanie and I'm an alcoholic. Ena was pleased, as it occupied the exact spot where the vestry had been. [talking about caf? Blanche Hunt: Ken recently had an affair with an actress. Blanche Hunt: Well I think he needs telling! Maya Sharma: Yes, well, you never know when you might want to stitch someone up. Sean Tully: Think think. Large in stature and almost always dressed in a large double breasted coat and hairnet, Ena was strong-minded and argumentative, with opinions on everyone and everything and she wasn't afraid to voice any of them. She moans in pain] Well, that's at least three layers of fake tan. Number of appearances [talking about Eileen's father, Colin Grimshaw]. Menu. We found this clip in th. Ken Barlow: I don't know. With Glad Tidings gone, the closest place of worship was the Victoria Street Mission, and Ena kept close tabs on the comings and goings there. In 1976, she made known her disapproval of new Corner Shop owner Renee Bradshaw's decision to open the shop on a Sunday, the day of the Sabbath. When Minnie eventually decided to move to Whaley Bridge to live with Handel Gartside, she left without telling Ena as she feared Ena would talk her out of it. She quit upon hearing the news and moved in with Minnie at No.5. After Arnold left for war service, the hostilities continued between Elsie and Ena. Sally Seddon: Yeah, re-branding they call it. Ena: I would just like to go the way me mother did. Despite her willingness to gossip Ena was very guarded about her private life, and berated Martha for discussing her health problems with Ena's daughter, Vera Lomax (Ruth Holden). A neighbour of Ena's, Elsie Tanner lived at No.11. Ena was pleased as it occupied the exact spot where the vestry had been. Doesn't take much to amuse some people, does it? What would Angela Lansbury do in this situation? Spouse(s) Grabs the side of the duct tape gagging her mouth] This might hurt. 24th November 1899 Vera Sharples (1921)Madge Sharples (1924)Ian Sharples Liz McDonald: Morning, all. Ena's role among the residents of Coronation Street was one she assigned to herself. Seven? Shelley Unwin: Peter. And you can take that any way you like! Movies. owner Roy Cropper whom she thinks is a bit simple]. [to Sarah after she's come back to work after being dumped by Jason]. Unbeknown to Ena, Dave had decided to forgive the debt but a telling off by Ena convinced him to change his mind. Norris Cole: [after seeing his ex wife] It were like seeing a vicar in a tracksuit, unnerving. Angered by the lack of progress that prevented her from moving back into her home, she left to stay in St. Annes, unsure about whether or not to return to Coronation Street. Ena collapsed due to the stress, but walked out of hospital to return to her post so that Martha Longhurst (Lynne Carol), who had taken on her responsibilities while she recovered, could not steal her job. I got three different quotes from three different printers, three different thicknesses of paper, one, two or three colours, and Rosie worked out all the different unit costs for me, so we've all been pulling our weight, which is why I need to talk to you about the apostrophe. Norris Cole: You should be at home, studying. Later that year, Ena got bored with the maisonette and moved into a flat above Ernest Bishop's camera shop. To offset her money problems Ena took on the job of live-in housekeeper at No.9 for Len Fairclough (Peter Adamson) although, when the Community Centre at the Mission closed down, Ena moved back into the vestry.
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