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Happy Valley series finale: The internet reacts to the thrilling ending

We’re all still reeling from the highly anticipated grand finale

Evening Standard

Happy Valley ends with the last crime Catherine Cawood ever solved — and it's nothing to do with Tommy Lee Royce

She solved three major crimes on her final day in office

Wales Online

Happy Valley finale: 7.5 million tune in to watch epic end of BBC drama

Millions of viewers tuned in to watch the finale of BBC drama Happy Valley, with star James Norton saying it was a “privilege” to work on the show as it came to a dramatic end.

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BBC Michael McIntyre's Big Show branded 'fake' by viewers after cake prank

Fans of the brand-new BBC show have taken to social media to complain about a 'scripted' segment of the show

Chronicle Live

Happy Valley's Poppy coat 'mystery' solved off screen as finale leaves fans left wanting answers

The mystery surrounding Happy Valley's Poppy and her always leaving her coat on has been explained by another cast member

Chronicle Live

Happy Valley fans 'work out' what happened after credits rolled

The gritty BBC drama came to an end on Sunday, but many viewers think they know what happens next

Liverpool Echo

Holly Willoughby issues warning just before ITV This Morning appearance

The presenter shared a post with her millions of followers before she was due back on the ITV daytime show

Manchester Evening News

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Happy Valley writer Sally Wainwright on chance of series 4

A decision has 'very definitely' been made on whether the drama will return

Wales Online

'Happy Valley is a triumph for women - its telling of domestic abuse should be its legacy'

Sally Wainwright has etched the female experience into the fabric of the show - her portrayal of violence against women should act as a blueprint for any writer looking to brace its ugly reality

Daily Mirror

Happy Valley fans 'fuming' key part of series was never explained

Some fans have got unanswered questions after the finale

Wales Online

Happy Valley fans left annoyed over ultimate blunder during Catherine's house scene

***THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS MAJOR SPOILERS FOR THE HAPPY VALLEY FINALE*** BBCviewers still have unanswered questions following the Happy Valley's nail-biting conclusion, which saw Catherine Cawood face her final showdown with Tommy Lee Royce

Daily Mirror

BBC Happy Valley viewers notice nod to first-ever episode and spot real 'demise' in finale - and it's not Tommy

Warning spoliers ahead... The gritty BBC One drama first burst onto our screens in 2014 and almost a decade later has come to a nail-biting end

Manchester Evening News

Happy Valley fans see the same 'problem' during crucial final scene at Catherine's house

Viewers spotted an issue as the hit drama reached its nail-biting conclusion

Wales Online

Happy Valley fans point out major flaw in plot for series finale — but one viewer provides explanation

Some were shouting at the television

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BBC Happy Valley's James Norton shares why he feels 'immense pity' for Tommy Lee Royce

CONTAINS SPOILERS: Millions tuned in to watch the final explosive scenes

The Independent UK

Happy Valley was an endangered species, a beautiful blip, in the ragingly mediocre world of cop shows

In just 18 episodes, Sally Wainwright’s brilliant creation rewrote the rules of the genre, says Nick Hilton. It should be evidence enough for the BBC to take more chances on gutsy storytelling, on regional voices, on heroes who neither look nor sound like James Bond

Manchester Evening News

BBC Happy Valley's James Norton shares simple sign-off as he's inundated with messages after Tommy Lee Royce ending

Warning spoilers... The actor was seen in the role of the ultimate villain for the last time

Nottingham Post

BBC Happy Valley's 'powerful ending' praised as Catherine Cawood's fate revealed in finale

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Manchester Evening News

Sarah Lancashire's thoughtful gift to BBC Happy Valley co-stars with parting quote

WARNING SPOILERS: The last-ever episode saw us tuning in to the ending of Catherine's 30-year policing career

The Independent UK

Happy Valley star Con O’Neill says ‘extraordinary’ final episode ‘blew’ his mind

Drama ended in explosive fashion on Sunday night (5 February)

Wales Online

Happy Valley, the town of 'offcumdens', Airbnbs and hummus - the reality of living in Hebden Bridge

What’s it like to actually live there, away from Sally Wainwright’s fictional storylines?

Wales Online

Happy Valley viewers rage at Catherine Cawood's sluggish call for backup in gripping finale

WARNING: CONTAINS SPOILERS Fans of the show were bemused by Catherine Cawood's judgment in the final episode of the thrilling drama

Daily Mirror

Happy Valley fans spot 'genius' way finale paid tribute to the very first episode

***THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS MAJOR SPOILERS FOR THE HAPPY VALLEY FINALE***Happy Valley made a subtle nod to the crime drama's very first episode during the BBC series grand finale on Sunday night

Daily Mirror

James Norton 'owes Happy Valley everything' as he gives new James Bond update

Thanks to Happy Valley coming to an end on Sunday night, James Norton is now free and available to take on a new major project - with the Tommy Lee Royce actor tipped to be the next James Bond

Daily Mirror

Happy Valley creator hailed as 'a genius' thanks to 'hilarious' gripping series finale

***SPOILERS*** Happy Valley came to a conclusion tonight, as we finally learned what happened to Catherine Cawood and her arch nemesis Tommy Lee Royce - with fans of the BBC series particularly enjoying the finale's comedic moments

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