The actress was recently seen saying goodbye to Weatherfield after 13 years of playing Beth Tinker

Former Coronation Street star Lisa George has been inundated with messages from fans as she shared an update following her exit from the show.

Just after Christmas, reports emerged that Lisa was set to leave the long-running show. The actress was then seen, after 13 years on the famous street, saying her goodbyes at the end of August as Beth Tinker left Weatherfield.

Taking to social media at the time of her exit, Lisa said: “Never did I think all those years ago that two episodes would turn into over a decade of my life on screen, but in the blink of an eye it’s passed like no time at all… I feel honoured to have been part of such an institution for so long… the world’s first and longest running soap! What a ride it’s been.

“Over the years I’ve worked with the most incredible cast and crew members, who have made going to work every day such a special joy. Every single one of them shows such passion and dedication to their jobs, they’re the most hard working and talented team of creatives I’ve ever had the pleasure of working alongside. It’s near impossible to summarise the experiences I’ve had playing Beth, so many moments of Weatherfield that I’ll cherish forever!”

She added: “Thank you to all of the fans for your unwavering love and support, to all of the cast and crew (past and present) for being like a family and to ITV for everything you’ve given me over the past 13 years.

“Although I’m leaving this chapter behind with tears in my eyes, I’m also looking forward to what the future holds and all of the other characters I’m yet to play… and I hope you’ll all come along with me as I embark on this next chapter. Here’s just a small snap shot of the past 13 years… Thank you all so much, Lisa xx.”

Lisa has now offered an update on what she’s been up to since leaving the cobbles, and revealed she’d been enjoying a bit of a sun-soaked break and some sightseeing.

Taking to Instagram, the soap star shared a number of pictures from her trip to Genoa, the capital of northwest Italy’s Liguria region. Alongside pictures from the trip, including one of her riding a Vespa and another of her sunbathing with a mystery companion, Lisa wrote: “Fabulous few days in #genoa…

“The sun was shining, coastal ride on a #vespa, #genovespa beaches, beach club, amazing architecture, churches, Christopher Columbus house, medieval streets, palaces, beautiful food.”

And her former co-stars, fans and followers were quick to respond. Sydney Martin, who plays Betsy Swain in Corrie, said: “You look amazing.” Nina Lucas actress Mollie Gallagher commented: “The pink and yellow are your colours.” @theyorkshirecleanaholic wrote: “Looks gorgeous. Hope you had a blast love.”

@jennyhw70 replied: “You look amazing and so glad you’re having an amazing time.” @k.chandler1964 posted: “It looks amazing, it looks like you are living your best life Lisa.” @l_t_walton shared: “Great pics and gosh you’re looking great.” @christinachenactor typed: “You look fab! So relaxed and tanned!” @suetaylorxx added: “You look really well, hope you have a great time, still miss you on Corrie.”