Celebrities

Louise Minchin named as celebrity judge for World Town Crier Tournament in Chester

Monty Don is leaving Gardeners World after 23 years on the BBC programme

Monty Don is leaving Gardeners World after 23 years on the BBC programme

Gardeners' World

Monty Don to step down from Gardeners' World after more than 20 years

Adam and Katy Rickitt in The Dog House, the new event space at their artisan gin bar in Knutsford

Adam and Katy Rickitt in The Dog House, the new event space at their artisan gin bar in Knutsford

Celebrity couple Katy and Adam Rickitt open new event space at Knutsford bar

New documentary giving insight into Michael Owen's family life now streaming

Tom Bateman, Michelle Keegan and James Buckley

Tom Bateman, Michelle Keegan and James Buckley

Michelle Keegan spotted filming new Netflix thriller in Cheshire town

Tequila Thirst is on series 8 of RuPaul's Drag Race.

Tequila Thirst is on series 8 of RuPaul's Drag Race.

RuPaul's Drag Race UK

Chester drag queen Tequila Thirst to compete on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Series 8

James Lee Williams - known to the world as The Vivienne - and sister Chanel Williams.

James Lee Williams - known to the world as The Vivienne - and sister Chanel Williams.

Liverpool to honour The Vivienne with landmark Pride Quarter statue

Famous faces that have visited Chester over the years.

Famous faces that have visited Chester over the years.

Stars of TV, music and sport - how many famous faces do you remember in Chester?

Luke Littler took part in the Target Sports Stars Fishing Championship

Luke Littler took part in the Target Sports Stars Fishing Championship

Darts star Luke Littler picks up another trophy – but not on the dart board

Wildlife presenter and comedian Bill Oddie has died aged 85, as his agent paid tribute to the

Wildlife presenter and comedian Bill Oddie has died aged 85, as his agent paid tribute to the

Wildlife presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies aged 85

Kevin Keegan has died aged 75.

Kevin Keegan has died aged 75.

Former England manager Kevin Keegan dies aged 75 after cancer diagnosis

• David Baddiel at the Chester Festival of Ideas.

• David Baddiel at the Chester Festival of Ideas.

'Huge' Festival of Ideas in Chester a major success

Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday (July 9), with “serious injuries.”

Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday (July 9), with “serious injuries.”

Counter-terrorism police confirm Ann Widdecombe was killed in a 'targeted attack'

Toss the coin by Bethan Rose-Bailey and Laura Scofield of Bear Inns Cricket Match Sponsors with team captains former England cricketers Monty Panesar and Andy Caddick.
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Toss the coin by Bethan Rose-Bailey and Laura Scofield of Bear Inns Cricket Match Sponsors with team captains former England cricketers Monty Panesar and Andy Caddick.
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Celebrity cricket match near Chester draws crowds for sports charity

Dame Penelope Keith has died aged 86, her family has revealed

Dame Penelope Keith has died aged 86, her family has revealed

The Good Life star and TV presenter Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86

Chester Festival of Ideas team.

Chester Festival of Ideas team.

Headliners join with University in leading Festival of Ideas final countdown

Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'aggressive' cancer diagnosis

Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'aggressive' cancer diagnosis

Jeremy Clarkson

Jeremy Clarkson reveals diagnosis of 'aggressive' cancer in heart breaking scenes

Robbie Fowler, James Parkin - Sandstone Director, David Staniforth - Club Captain, Elizabeth Caulfield - Lady Captain, Ben Challinor – Sandstone Director

Robbie Fowler, James Parkin - Sandstone Director, David Staniforth - Club Captain, Elizabeth Caulfield - Lady Captain, Ben Challinor – Sandstone Director

Chester pro-am golf tournament raises over £8,000 for two charities

MARILYN 100 will be on display at Clarendon Fine Art in Chester.

MARILYN 100 will be on display at Clarendon Fine Art in Chester.

Chester gallery marks centenary celebrations for icon Mariyln Monroe

Final touches - Lynsey Austin of Salon LA with Venezuela Fury.

Final touches - Lynsey Austin of Salon LA with Venezuela Fury.

Meet the hairdresser secretly flown out for Venezuela Fury's lavish wedding

Sir Tony Robinson will talk about his latest book 'The House of Wolf' at Heswall Hall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Sir Tony Robinson will talk about his latest book 'The House of Wolf' at Heswall Hall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026

INTERVIEW: Sir Tony Robinson on returning to Wirral for book talk

Dr Kevin Hochard, Professor Lisa Oakley and Dr Clea Wright speaking about The Traitors at the University of Chester’s Festival of Ideas.

Dr Kevin Hochard, Professor Lisa Oakley and Dr Clea Wright speaking about The Traitors at the University of Chester’s Festival of Ideas.

Chester University psychology team releases podcast on cast of Celebrity Traitors

Wes Streeting, alongside Andy Burnham and Angela Rayner, is among the favourites to take over from Starmer.

Wes Streeting, alongside Andy Burnham and Angela Rayner, is among the favourites to take over from Starmer.

Wes Streeting resigns as Health Secretary in huge blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Luke Littler and girlfriend Faith Millar at the Cheltenham Festival earlier this year. Picture: PA

Luke Littler and girlfriend Faith Millar at the Cheltenham Festival earlier this year. Picture: PA

Luke Littler hopes to name horse after him if foray into racing goes well

Delroy Lindo watched his son Damiri as Cheshire Phoenix took on Leicester Riders.

Delroy Lindo watched his son Damiri as Cheshire Phoenix took on Leicester Riders.

Cheshire Phoenix

Cheshire Phoenix welcomes Oscar-nominated actor to Ellesmere Port Sports Village

Gold medal winning Paralympian announced as guest speaker of Cheshire event

Helene Dean with Bono of U2.

Helene Dean with Bono of U2.

Hair stylist who worked with U2 and Cillian Murphy swaps A-list for garden salon

Love Island: All Stars winner to meet fans at Chester nightclub

Over the years, Ashley became a beloved character

Over the years, Ashley became a beloved character

Coronation Street

Coronation Street legend Ashley Peacock speaks out on potential return to the cobbles

Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC due to an allegation regarding his personal conduct

Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC due to an allegation regarding his personal conduct

Scott Mills sacked by BBC Radio 2 over a 'personal conduct' allegation

Coronation Street

Coronation Street legend wants to return to show after 30 years away from the cobbles

The Silver Jubilee bridge

The Silver Jubilee bridge

On this day: Silver Jubilee Bridge closed for filming for new Netflix drama

Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling has died at the age of 54

Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling has died at the age of 54

Married At First Sight

Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling dies aged 54 as tributes paid

Dan with a pachycephalosaurus

Dan with a pachycephalosaurus

Meet the Cheshire dad who has worked with Hollywood legends on new Netflix show

BBC presenter Louise Minchin was rushed to the hospital

BBC presenter Louise Minchin was rushed to the hospital

BBC star rushed to hospital with frostbite after taking on 'huge risk'

Boxing legend Frank Bruno with Chester-based writer Nick Owens

Boxing legend Frank Bruno with Chester-based writer Nick Owens

Chester writer teams up with boxing legend Frank Bruno on new book

Pop star Gareth Gates

Pop star Gareth Gates

Pop star headliner announced and all you need to know about new-look food fest

Jen Graham aka Charity Shop Girl will be at Hope House, Chester on 10th April.

Jen Graham aka Charity Shop Girl will be at Hope House, Chester on 10th April.

Chester-based children's hospice to host vintage shopping event

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey is opening a signature restaurant at the newly-refurbished Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere this summer

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey is opening a signature restaurant at the newly-refurbished Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere this summer

Gordon Ramsay restaurant to open at newly refurbished luxury hotel this summer

Dermot O'Leary at the event in Oswestry.

Dermot O'Leary at the event in Oswestry.

What TV host Dermot O'Leary had to say about Chester after visit ahead of event

Actor Jack McMullen (left) paid a visit to a Wirral café

Actor Jack McMullen (left) paid a visit to a Wirral café

This City Is Ours actor spotted at popular Wirral breakfast spot

Marvin Humes, pictured by his wife and co-presenter Rochelle Humes, eating in Parkgate.

Marvin Humes, pictured by his wife and co-presenter Rochelle Humes, eating in Parkgate.

Parkgate on the Hit List for Rochelle and Marvin Humes after half-term visit

Luke Littler with young Jayden Walker on the stage in the final.

Luke Littler with young Jayden Walker on the stage in the final.

Luke Littler and Luke Humphries star in 'historic event' hosted by Mold firm

Police pictured at Windsor Great Park near Royal Lodge, the former home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in Windsor, Berkshire

Police pictured at Windsor Great Park near Royal Lodge, the former home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in Windsor, Berkshire

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

All the UK police forces investigating Epstein-related accusations

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to reports

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to reports

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for 'misconduct' at Sandringham Estate

The former snooker player and broadcaster John Virgo has died at the age of 79

The former snooker player and broadcaster John Virgo has died at the age of 79

Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid

Carol Kirkwood is set to leave the BBC after more than 25 years working there

Carol Kirkwood is set to leave the BBC after more than 25 years working there

Weather presenter Carol Kirkwood to leave BBC Breakfast after more than 25 years

Terry Yorath was part of an exclusive club of footballers who played for and managed their country.

Terry Yorath was part of an exclusive club of footballers who played for and managed their country.

Gabby Logan's dad and Welsh football legend, Terry Yorath, dies aged 75

Here are 7 of the most famous celebs born on Christmas Day

Here are 7 of the most famous celebs born on Christmas Day

Some of the celebrities born on Christmas Day

Singer Chris Rea, known for hits including Driving Home For Christmas, has died at the age of 74

Singer Chris Rea, known for hits including Driving Home For Christmas, has died at the age of 74

'Driving Home For Christmas' singer Chris Rea dies age 74, his family confirm

Rush played schoolboy Josh Stevenson in the BBC One drama.

Rush played schoolboy Josh Stevenson in the BBC One drama.

Coronation Street and Waterloo Road stars pay tribute as William Rush dies aged 31

Author Sophie Kinsella has died aged 55

Author Sophie Kinsella has died aged 55

'Heartbroken': Sophie Kinsella's family confirm her death at age 55

Star Natasha Hamilton of Atomic Kitten.

Star Natasha Hamilton of Atomic Kitten.

Atomic Kitten star Natasha Hamilton launches new record label

The Stone Roses

Rockstar who played with Stone Roses and Primal Scream dies aged 63