Ep 2. 14 April 1971

Tony buys a rundown cafe on Coronation Street and decides to renovate it to turn it into a trendy boutique coffee shop. As news of Tony's new venture spreads, the residents of Coronation Street are divided in their opinions about whether this will be a positive addition to the neighborhood or if it will disrupt the traditional charm of the street.

Elsewhere, Elsie Tanner finds herself at the center of a romantic entanglement when she receives a bouquet of flowers from an anonymous admirer. Intrigued by the gesture, she starts trying to uncover the identity of her secret suitor, leading to a series of amusing encounters and misunderstandings.

Meanwhile, Emily Nugent gets involved in a heated dispute with a local councillor over plans to demolish a historic building on the street to make way for a new high-rise development. Emily, along with other concerned residents, organize a protest to save the building and preserve its historical significance.

In the Rovers Return, tensions rise between Annie Walker and Bet Lynch as they clash over differing opinions on who should take on the responsibility of managing the pub's finances. The power struggle escalates, leading to a dramatic showdown that threatens to disrupt the harmonious atmosphere of the pub.

At the corner shop, Ray Langton becomes suspicious of the intentions of a new customer who has taken a keen interest in Irma Barlow. Ray's protective instincts kick in as he fears that the stranger may have ulterior motives, leading to a confrontation that uncovers surprising secrets.

Elsewhere on Coronation Street, Hilda Ogden finds herself in a predicament when she accidentally damages a valuable antique that she was supposed to be cleaning. Panicked and unsure of how to rectify the situation, she enlists the help of her husband, Stan, to come up with a plan to conceal the accident and avoid the wrath of the object's owner.

In a heartwarming subplot, Ken Barlow supports his son Peter as he participates in a school play. As Ken watches Peter rehearse his lines, he reminisces about his own experiences on the stage and offers advice and encouragement to his son, strengthening their bond.

As the episode progresses, tensions rise and conflicts reach boiling points, leaving the residents of Coronation Street facing difficult decisions and facing the consequences of their actions. Will Tony's new cafe be a success? Will Elsie uncover the identity of her secret admirer? And will Emily and the residents successfully save the historic building from demolition? Tune in to find out in this captivating episode of Coronation Street.