From overcoming personal challenges to supporting charities close to her heart, Freya Carr who is representing Dorset in the Miss England final at the Athena Leicester on Tuesday November 17th 2026 and is hoping to inspire others as she prepares for the Miss England 2026 Grand Final.
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Born and raised in Oxford, Freya moved to Bournemouth to pursue her education and creative ambitions.
With a BA in Illustration from Arts University Bournemouth, she is now studying for a Master’s degree in Marketing Communications at Bournemouth University.
Creativity has always been an important part of Freya’s life, but behind her achievements is a personal story of resilience, determination and a desire to help others.
Sadly at just 11 years old, Freya tragically lost her father to suicide, an experience that has inspired her to support Samaritans, a charity dedicated to helping people experiencing emotional distress.
Freya with her late father
In memory of her father, Freya has taken part in a charity 5K event to raise awareness and support for the organisation.
Freya has also lived with a stutter since the age of 11, which has inspired her to champion STAMMA, the charity supporting people who stammer.
Having experienced first hand how daunting speaking in public can sometimes feel, Freya hopes to encourage greater patience, kindness and understanding.
“Everyone deserves the time to speak and a chance to be heard,” says Freya.
Now proudly representing Dorset at the Miss England 2026 final, Freya sees the competition as an opportunity to step outside her comfort zone, build her confidence and encourage others to embrace their individuality.
“My Miss England journey is an opportunity for me to grow in confidence and challenge myself. As Miss Dorset, I hope to show that you can embrace the things that make you who you are while helping others feel confident enough to do the same.”
Freya will join finalists from across the country at the Miss England 2026 Grand Final on Tuesday 17th November at Athena, Leicester, where contestants will be celebrated not only for their appearance but also for their achievements, ambitions, charitable work and inspirational stories.
Freya is sponsored by Dress Devotion in the Miss England final
Could Freya Carr become the next Miss England and represent her country at Miss World 2027?
We wish Freya the very best of luck in the final!
To vote for Freya in the Peoples Choice vote please visit missengland.1voting.com
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