The broadcaster says she was "so chuffed to even be in the mix" for the job on the BBC One show.
Five members of the show's professional line-up, including the long-serving Karen Hauer, are leaving.
W H Hulley keeps heritage craft alive - and now serves more diverse range of customers than ever.
Alfie Watts' next goal involves one of the country's favourite shows.
Broadcaster says she felt the benefits of dancing regularly whilst on Strictly Come Dancing.
The comedian was the first blind contestant ever to take part on the show, which he won in 2024.
Anton Du Beke is among the people celebrating the charity based at Addenbrooke's Hospital.
"It's not my story anymore it's a Northampton story - it belongs to us all now," says Steve Pateman.
The star's costumes and memorabilia are on display in Stockton's Preston Park Museum.
