The Nolans' Bernie Nolan on family life in Weybridge, her favourite dog walks and top restaurants
February 17th 2010
Just back from the Nolans’ reunion tour, Bernie Nolan is glad to be at home in the heart of Surrey again. Here, she talks to TRACY COOK about everything from her busy family life in Weybridge to her favourite dog walks and top restaurant tips
Comedian Tim Vine on Banstead, Countdown and Columbo
January 26th 2010
One of the UK’s best-known comedians, Tim Vine, brother of Radio 2’s Jeremy Vine, is a Surrey lad through and through. Now living in Banstead, and currently starring in the panto at Richmond Theatre, here he talks to VICTORIA KINGSTON
Jerry Hall on life in Richmond and her love affair with Kingston's Rose Theatre
December 23rd 2009
Throughout most of her marriage, Jerry Hall lived in the shadow of Mick Jagger. But since her divorce, she has carved out a new life as a successful actress, student and mother. A long-time resident of Surrey, here she talks to ANGELA WINTLE
Sandi Toksvig on her new book, the BBC ageism row and loving life in Guildford
November 12th 2009
One of Radio 4’s best-loved presenters, Sandi Toksvig has lived just outside Guildford for many years. Here, she talks exclusively to Alistair Duncan about her work, family life and favourite things about Surrey
Actor Ben Barnes on Narnia, Wimbledon and Dorian Gray
October 21st 2009
Since graduating from Kingston University in 2004, where he studied English and drama, Ben Barnes has gone on to become one of Britain's hottest young stars. Best-known as Prince Caspian in The Chronicles of Narnia, the Wimbledon-based actor speak...
Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty on marriage, motherhood and the move to Surrey
October 1st 2009
Set to marry the man of her dreams, Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty has been a long time looking for love. As she looks forward to her wedding, the actress talks to ANGELA WINTLE about her plans to bring up a family at her new home in Weybridge
Andrea McLean on Loose Women, her wedding and living in Ashtead
August 18th 2009
Loose Women host Andrea McLean admits she's the 'senior prefect' of her girlie gang - and you won't see her flashing her underwear at the next TV awards... But that's not to say she doesn't get up to mischief - we just don't hear about it! ANGELA ...
Annabel Croft on Wimbledon, the world of TV and why she loves being a Surrey mum
July 22nd 2009
Once again, Annabel Croft will be taking Wimbledon by storm this year, keeping Britain one step ahead of the action from the commentators' box for BBC TV and radio. But away from Centre Court, the Kingston-based tennis star enjoys nothing more tha...
Ruth Langsford on work, Weybridge and her wedding
July 1st 2009
It's an exciting time at the moment for Ruth Langsford, presenter of ITV1's This Morning, as she prepares for her wedding next spring to co-host Eamonn Holmes. Here, she speaks to TRACY COOK about life at home in Weybridge, her busy career in tele...
Virginia McKenna - Born Free
April 27th 2009
With well-known wildlife charity Born Free celebrating its 25th anniversary, MATTHEW WILLIAMS meets founder Virginia McKenna to talk living with lions, life at home in Coldharbour and the Surrey puma, among other things
Davina McCall - This is Davina
April 24th 2009
She may have just bought a house in Sussex, but Davina McCall, who has lived in Woldingham, near Caterham, for the past seven years, says she'll always have a soft spot for Surrey. Here, the Big Brother host talks to ANGELA WINTLE about her fond m...
Richard E Grant - Richmond and I
March 31st 2009
One of Britain's best-loved actors, Hollywood star RICHARD E GRANT is about to return to the stage in his home town of Richmond. Here, he speaks exclusively to DEBBIE WARD about his latest role, his affection for Surrey and why he can't get enough...
Philip Glenister - The Demon King
February 18th 2009
Best known as DCI Gene Hunt in Life on Mars and Ashes to Ashes, Philip Glenister is also the star of ITV1's new hit series, Demons. Here, the 45-year-old actor, who lives with his wife and children near Richmond, talks to ALAN TOVEY about swapping...
Michael Aspel - This is his Surrey Life
January 20th 2009
Weybridge resident Michael Aspel speaks to MATTHEW WILLIAMS about his life in Surrey, what he really thinks of the Antiques Roadshow and how he is in better health than ever
Sir Cliff Richard - Why I'll always love Surrey
December 26th 2008
Looking fit, healthy and full of vigour, Sir Cliff Richard is celebrating an amazing 50 years in show business. Here, he talks to Janet Harmer about his latest tour, how he stays in shape and why he chose to make his home here in Surrey
Brian Blessed - Blessed art thou
December 19th 2008
One of Britain's best-loved actors, Brian Blessed will be starring in his home county of Surrey this Christmas, playing Captain Hook at Croydon's Ashcroft Theatre. Tracy Cook caught up with him between rehearsals
Bonnie Langford - The sky's the limit
November 18th 2008
When Bonnie Langford risked life and limb in ITV's Dancing on Ice, she gained a new-found respect. Now the popular actress, who lives near Weybridge, is set to take to the air again playing Peter Pan at Richmond Theatre. Victoria Kingston went to ...
John Bird - Living the rural dream
November 18th 2008
Since moving to Newdigate some 20 years ago, TV star John Bird has thrown himself into rural life in the village - and now he's taken over as patron of the local arts festival, too. TRACY COOK went to meet him - and got slightly more than she barg...
Flavia Cacace - Strictly Flavia
September 14th 2008
As the countdown begins to the brand-new series of Strictly Come Dancing, we caught up for an exclusive chat with professional dancer Flavia Cacace, who has lived in Guildford nearly all her life, to get a sneak preview of this year's show
Phil Tufnell on cricket, The Children's Trust and Strictly
September 4th 2008
Five years ago, Phil Tufnell emerged from the depths of the jungle crowned king, after winning over the hearts of the nation. Now a TV star in his own right, MATTHEW WILLIAMS went to meet the former cricket icon, who lives in Kingswood, to see how...
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