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Flavia Cacace - Strictly Flavia

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

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Phil Tufnell - Just call me Tuffers

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 life has changed

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Jemma Kidd Make Up School

Surrey born and bred, make-up artist Jemma Kidd has returned to her roots and set up an international make-up business in a green and leafy lane near Cranleigh. TRACY COOK put on her very best lipstick and went to meet her

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Lesley Garrett - A soprano in Surrey

World famous soprano Lesley Garrett will be performing at Wisley Music Festival, near Woking, on Thursday June 12. TRACY COOK caught up with the down-to-earth Doncaster lass to find out what she has in store for her many fans in Surrey

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Eamonn Holmes - This is his Surrey life

One of Britain’s busiest presenters, not only is Eamonn Holmes the host of BBC One’s National Lottery Jet Set, he also fronts the breakfast show on Sky News and recently took over Michael Parkinson’s Sunday morning slot on Radio 2. The affable Irishman, who now lives in Weybridge, tells TRACY COOK why he’s always felt at home in Surrey...

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Bobby Davro - From Weybridge to Walford

Since joining the cast of EastEnders as loveable rogue Vince Monks, Weybridge resident Bobby Davro has been well and truly back in the limelight. Now looking forward to starring in the Wimbledon panto, he told Alan Tovey why life is better than ever

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Nicholas Owen - Has he got news for you

One of Britain’s best-known newsreaders, Nicholas Owen has lived in Reigate for many years where he always has a ready smile for his fellow townsfolk. Here, he talks to Paul Murphy about why he’d never live anywhere else

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The story of Jaqueline Wilson

One of our most popular children’s authors, Jacqueline Wilson spent her own childhood in Kingston where she still lives now, Here, the world-famous writer speaks to JULIA GREGORY about her memories of growing up in the county

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Jacqueline Gold - A smalls fortune

One of Britain’s most successful businesswomen, Jacqueline Gold is among the few females to make it on to this year’s Surrey Life Rich List. MATTHEW WILLIAMS caught up with the charismatic chief executive of Ann Summers, which has its head offices in Whyteleafe, near Caterham, to find out all about her top tips for making your millions

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Mark Ramprakash - More than just cricket

When Mark Ramprakash appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, which he went on to win, half the female population fell in love with him. MATTHEW WILLIAMS spoke to the shy Surrey cricketer to find out how life has changed since the show

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Penelope Keith - Why the good life is here

One of Britain’s best-loved actresses, Penelope Keith has been a loyal resident of Surrey for over 30 years. Currently on tour in The Importance of Being Earnest, which comes to Richmond Theatre this month, Tinx Newton caught up with her between rehearsals to find out all about her life in the county

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Surrey Life Carol Concert 2008

Join the team at Surrey Life, Max Clifford and award-winning ladies barbershop choir Surrey Harmony for an evening of carols and Christmas cheer. All proceeds from this year's event go to Guildford-based children's charity CHASE...
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Surrey property, interiors and gardens

Pick up top interior design and gardening tips with Surrey Life each month. Find your dream home and discover perfect ideas for horticultural days out in Surrey.
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Surrey Business Awards 2008/09

The entry deadline for Surrey companies and business people to the county's most prestigious business awards is Friday November 21 2008
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John Bird on Arts Alive, politics and llamas...

In the October edition of Surrey Life, we speak to political satirist and Bremner, Bird and Fortune star, John Bird, about his new involvement with the Mole Valley's Arts Alive as festival patron
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Win a weekend to see Jersey Boys

Surrey Life competition: Oh, what a night! Win a West End weekend theatre break for two in London to see Jersey Boys...
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Surrey food and drink news

Keep up-to-date with all the latest gourmet gossip from around the county. October sees Croydon and Farnham taken over by food festivals and Surrey restaurants grouping together to fight world hunger
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Surrey's top dog walks

Each month, Surrey Life brings you a different great dog walk as Jane Eyles and co explore our wonderful county. Here we compile some of their favourites so far...
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