Most of you will know Bill Ward as Charlie Stubbs in Coronation Street or James Barton in Emmerdale. With over 30 TV shows, 50 stage plays, and multiple British Soap Awards to his name, Bill has become one of the UK’s most familiar actors.But what you might not know is that before stepping onto the cobbles, Bill worked in advertising for companies like Saatchi & Saatchi. And not only that, alongside his acting career he has also become a multi-award-winning photographer. His breathtaking images have been exhibited in fine art galleries across the UK, and he is even a judge for UK Landscape Photographer of the Year.In this very special Next Chapter podcast, Bill shares what it’s really like behind the scenes of Britain’s biggest soaps – from Tracy Barlow’s prison storyline to his unforgettable first day on set with Ken Barlow. But beyond the scripts and cameras, this is also a powerful conversation about seizing chance moments, saying yes to opportunities, and avoiding a life of “what ifs.”Whether you’re here for the stories, the inspiration, or the laughter, this episode of The Next Chapter is a reminder that it’s never too late to write your own.The Next Chapter with Ellie Barker – Inspiring conversations for anyone ready to turn the page.To learn more about Bill Ward and his incredible photograpy click here✨ And if you love hearing about life’s next chapters, don’t forget Ellie’s Next Chapter novels – heartwarming, uplifting stories that explore fresh starts, bold choices, and new adventures. Perfect for anyone ready to begin their own next chapter.And if you'd like a FREE, yes FREE copy of my latest novella Could We Just Do That Again? to say thank you for listening to this podcast click hereTo learn more about Bill and his incredible photograpy click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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