The Inside Soap Awards 2026 relocated from London to Manchester, bringing together the biggest names in British and Australian serial dramas for a night of major wins and red-carpet glamour. According to Digital Spy, Coronation Street and Emmerdale dominated the prize categories during the ceremony held on September 21, 2026, at Revolución de Cuba in Manchester.
Coronation Street and Emmerdale Lead Winners List
Pierce also picked up Best Storyline for Todd’s abuse at the hands of Theo, while Vicky Myers won Best Actress for her portrayal of Lisa Connor-Swain. Alison King and Vicky Myers also shared the Best Partnership award for playing Carla and Lisa Connor-Swain.
Emmerdale made a strong showing led by the Dingle family, who collected the Best Family award, according to Annabel Lee-Ellis and PA Wire photography published by the Daily Mail and Mirror.
Waterloo Road and EastEnders Highlights
EastEnders stars including Diane Parish, Emma Barton, and Tameka Empson turned out for the ceremony, with Parish recognized as Soap Superstar, per Daily Mail listings.
Red Carpet Fashion in Manchester
The shift to Manchester drew notable fashion moments from soap royalty. Mirror and PA Wire reported that Coronation Street’s Tina O’Brien and Lucy Fallon arrived in standout looks, with Fallon wearing a black dress featuring a sheer middle. Hollyoaks star Brooke Vincent walked the red carpet in her hometown, joined by co-stars Stephanie Waring, Jorgie Porter, and Jennifer Metcalfe. Casualty star Kirsty Mitchell attended in white, while Waterloo Road newcomer Maisey Robinson and long-running actors across multiple series rounded out the guest list outside the venue.