Miss England Semi Final

The contestants in this contest have a total of 118,164 followers on Instagram and 77,288 followers on Tiktok.

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Agnes

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 1

Age
26

Height
5’4

Occupation
Digital Marketing Assistant

Interesting Fact
I am a fashion design graduate and will be starting my masters degree in Marketing and Digital Communications in January 2024.

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Alexandria Crystal

Age
15

Height
5ft 8

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
I am a singer and actress . I would like to use the Miss England platform to promote Dyslexia Awareness. Both myself and my brother are dyslexic yet this affects us both in very different ways. Given the opportunity I would like to campaign the Department of Education for compulsory training for teachers during PGCE teacher training as well as part of their continuing professional development.

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Alisha

Existing Title
Virtual Heat 5 Judges Choice

Age
24

Height
178.5 cm

Occupation
Medical student

Interesting Fact
I was a national badminton player. I also help out with charities and people suffering from homelessness. I also volunteer with a foundation by tutoring disadvantaged children.

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Andrea

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
22

Height
5'5

Occupation
Student (Film Production & screen wriitng)

Interesting Fact
Advocate for holistic health & Chinese medicine. (Can speak a little mandarin too! :)

1,394

Angelica

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
26

Height
5'3

Occupation
Law

Interesting Fact
I am multilingual, fluent in Yoruba, English, and learning Russian. I also love to sing and am deeply involved with Kaleho Music.

1,120

Arina

Existing Title
ALSO A FABUK TOP MODEL FINALIST

Age
26

Height
173cm

Occupation
Head of Sales

Interesting Fact
Vise Miss Moscow - 2014 miss fashion in Provence, and miss Universal peace - 2015

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Catherine-Leigh

Existing Title
Virtual Heat 7 public vote winner

Age
26

Height
4ft 11

Occupation
Sales assistant

Interesting Fact
To be classed as a dwarf you need to be 4ft 10 or under, Im 4ft 11

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Faye

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
20

Height
5'6

Occupation
Paralegal

Interesting Fact
I am the longboard dance champion in the south east of England!

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Francesca

Age
25

Height
5'2

Occupation
Paralegal

Interesting Fact
I completed my Gold Duke of Edinburgh award and attended Buckingham Palace as part of the ceremony

1,341

Hannah

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 2

Age
26

Height
5'7.5

Occupation
SEN Teaching Assistant

Interesting Fact
I love traveling around the world, sharing the Gospel of Jesus.

1,235

Harriet

Existing Title
Public vote winner Lincolnshire

Age
19

Height
5ft 9

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
I’ve been a keen car enthusiast since the age of 5 with regularly going to events across the country as well as competing my horses. I certainly like to live life in the fast lane and exceed people’s expectations. This is my greatest venture to date!

Hayley

Age
25

Height
5'8

Occupation
Factory worker

Interesting Fact
I dance ballroom

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Helena

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 3

Age
18

Height
5”6

Occupation
University Student

Interesting Fact
When I was 13 I uploaded videos to do with makeup/skincare on to YouTube, they received several thousand views until I deleted the videos a couple of years later !

2,071

Imogen

Age
19

Height
5ft 6

Occupation
Spa Receptionist

Interesting Fact
I’m also a fully qualified dog groomer and won a best in show award!

1,353

Jessica

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
22

Height
5'9

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
I am doing a masters in physics at the University of Bristol.

2,0479,714

Jocelyn

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 1

Age
22

Height
5'4

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
I am currently completing my LLM and LPC, enroute to becoming a qualified solicitor, and balancing this alongside my passion for dancing and fitness

2,248

Jordan

Existing Title
First runner up in Virtual Heat 8

Age
25

Height
5'3

Occupation
Actress, writer, model & artist

Interesting Fact
I am African America, Scottish, English and Caribbean st kits from Philadelphia America as well having dual nationality but lived in Spain for a year and know some of the language.

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Kathryn

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 2

Age
24

Height
6'2

Occupation
Resident Advisor

Interesting Fact
I once starred in a viral TikTok video at Le louvre in Paris.

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Kayla

Existing Title
Virtual Heat 6 Judges Choice

Age
18

Height
5'1

Occupation
Salon owner/entrepreneur/ beautician

Interesting Fact
I helped take care of my brother who has a rare brain disease and autism and also opened up my own salon at 18 to create diversity in the beauty Industry.

2,3931,955

Lilly

Age
17

Height
5ft 6

Occupation
Dental Nurse

Interesting Fact
I’ve danced in shows all over the world, including Las Vegas, NYC Broadway, cruise ships and competed in my style of dance at the highest possible level.

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Lisa

Existing Title
Virtual Heat 8 public vote winner

Age
17

Height
5'6.5

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
I performed as a scare actor at Europe’s Largest scream park for two consecutive Halloween seasons.

Mahira

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
25

Height
5'5

Occupation
Law School Student

Interesting Fact
I can converse in four languages.

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Maroon

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
22

Height
5'8.5

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
The fear of dreaming is easier to overcome than misery of regret, I’m now brave enough to dream.

1,0591,503

Mehak

Existing Title
PETITE WILDCARD

Age
22

Height
5'5

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
I am a new model trying to revolutionise the industry into becoming more inclusive for all skin types and tones.

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Melissa

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 3

Age
26

Height
5'6

Occupation
Medical Student, Owner of a Business Utilities Brokerage and Consultancy

Interesting Fact
I am a polyglot! I can speak conversationally in over 8 languages including BSL and fluent in 3

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Melissa

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
23

Height
5'7

Occupation
Dental Nurse

Interesting Fact
As a child I had the opportunity to play my cello at concert with the London Symphony Orchestra!

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Melissa B

Age
24

Height
5ft 8

Occupation
Prison Service

Interesting Fact
I can walk better on my hands than my feet & I eat 3 cucumbers a day

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Mia

Existing Title
PETITE WILDCARD

Age
18

Height
5”4

Occupation
I am currently on my gap year, but next year I will be studying dance, film, tv and radio at university

Interesting Fact
An interesting fact about me is that I used to be a figure skater. I competed for years with my final competition being in Estonia where I represented Great Britain and placed 2nd!

2,901

Mia-jade

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 2

Age
22

Height
5'7

Occupation
Accountants Assistant

Interesting Fact
I am a volunteer for the Air Ambulance. I have recently become a member of the Unseen Drama School.

Modelle

Existing Title
1st Runner Up - Public Vote

Age
20

Height
5'3

Occupation
Professional Model

Interesting Fact
I have sailed around the Mediterranean

1,171

Mya

Age
22

Height
5ft 3

Occupation
Events Coordinator

Interesting Fact
I used to play the dwarf in Snow White and the seven dwarfs at the Grand Theatre pantomime

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Nina

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
26

Height
5'2

Occupation
Dancer

Interesting Fact
I like to do hand to hand balancing.

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Nitisha

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
26

Height
5'3

Occupation
Fee Earner

Interesting Fact
I am fascinated by travelling and visiting new cities and countries, and meeting new people & setting myself new challenges.

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Rebekah

Existing Title
ALSO A MAKE UP FREE FINALIST

Age
26

Height
5'7

Occupation
Director & Founder of Dream Heritage CIC (a not for profit which leads community heritage projects across the UK to rebuild both heritage & community), Youthworker for Dream Youth, Historic Building Conservationist & Archaeologist

Interesting Fact
I once excavated a site where I found a Viking Longship which had been turned into a house in later times, a Bronze age crouched burial, a henge monument, and iron age round houses!

1,671521

Saoire

Age
19

Height
5'8.5

Occupation
Carpenter

Interesting Fact
Filmed a tv show for E4 about entrepreneurial teen mums.

4,131

Savannah

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
23

Height
5'9

Occupation
Access Officer

Interesting Fact
I am a triplet born 29th February.

2,796

Sienna

Existing Title
WILDCARD

Age
18

Height
5'10

Occupation
Student

Interesting Fact
2nd place in The Pony Club National Tetrathlon.

1,752258

Suchita

Age
21

Height
5'4.5

Occupation
Communications at a District Council

Interesting Fact
Founded the Women in Tech Society at the London School of Economics.

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Tacena

Age
22

Height
165cm

Occupation
Student Childrens Nurse

Interesting Fact
I know some British sign language

6,424

Tammy

Existing Title
Virtual Heat 5 Public vote winner

Age
26

Height
5ft 2

Occupation
NHS Junior Doctor , Mental Health Advocate / travel content creator

Interesting Fact
I love travelling alongside my day job as junior doctor 🙂 I studied medicine abroad in Bulgaria for 6 years so I have lived alone in Europe and travelled around for those 6 years . I started my own travel blog on instagram which provides travel tips/inspiration for everyone. I published a children's poetry book called "Lotus-a collection of poems" when I was a teenager. I am now working on my 2nd book which is closely related to Mental Health, this is to raise awareness to such causes. Lastly, I am a mental health advocate. As a junior doc, I have seen how important it is for people to talk about their mental health. That is why I am trying everything I can to raise money for Papyrus.

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Tanya

Age
22

Height
5'7.5

Occupation
Student / IBM NHS Electronic Staff Records Intern

Interesting Fact
I find bees fascinating. Hence, I am studying to be a Beekeeper.

1,858

Tomei

Age
24

Height
5'5

Occupation
Bartender / Baker

Interesting Fact
I was born in Bermuda and moved here for Uni and decided to stay because I love Leicester!

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Winnie

Existing Title
Judges Choice Virtual Heat 2

Age
24

Height
5'6

Occupation
Software Engineer

Interesting Fact
I am a software engineer and currently in the process of programming a mobile app, with the goal to revolutionise the hair and beauty industry.

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The Miss England Semi Final will be taking place at VIVA BLACKPOOL

50 women from across the country will have the chance to compete for a place in the next Miss England national final !

Event details

Date
April 7, 2024

Venue
VIVA BLACKPOOL

Organiser
Miss England Team

Email
[email protected]

Media Partner for the Miss England Semi final is the Power of Women magazine

3 days ago

The POWER OF WOMEN MAGAZINE is a non-profit organisation based in West
Lancashire dedicated to amplifying women’s voices, promoting positive
mental, physical, and social well-being, and empowering women to embrace
their strength and potential.

Claudine Hope the Co-founder & editor is one of the special guest judges for the Miss England semi final which takes place at Viva Blackpool on Sunday April 7th 2024.

Claudine is also a presenter on Liverpool Live Radio.

Claudine said ” We strive to unite women from all walks of life, offering them a
platform to express themselves, feel heard, and find solidarity.

Our magazine offers practical support by providing resources, guidance,
and inspiration tailored to women.

By collaborating with experts in various fields, we ensure that our
content is informative and relevant, addressing the specific needs of
our readers. Additionally, we offer many fully funded courses and
workshops women can attend to further support them.

Currently, we are distributing magazines across the North West, reaching
out to women in need of encouragement and guidance.

To explore our digital issues and learn more about POWER OF WOMEN
MAGAZINE, visit our website at

www.powerofwomenmagazine.co.uk “

British Designers Henshall Way Couture collaborate to create Miss Englands stunning look at the 71st Miss World

5 days ago

HENSHALL WAY COUTURE

The collaboration between renowned international Couture Designers, Scott Henshall and Eric Way has resulted in an exquisite evening gown that is nothing short of breathtaking. Designed exclusively for Miss England’s appearance at the prestigious Miss World Festival for the final catwalk at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai India,  this gown marks a historic moment as the first joint creation of these two creative geniuses.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the gown is a harmonious blend of Scott Henshall’s expertise in opulent designs and Eric Way’s mastery in creating luxurious diamond-studded pieces. This gown follows in the footsteps of their previous groundbreaking creations, the world’s most expensive Diamond Dress by Scott and the equally remarkable Diamond Jacket by Eric.

The gown, intended to grace Miss England’s radiant presence, is fashioned from the finest White Duchess silk, exuding an aura of grace and sophistication. Embellished with Swarovski Crystals, it sparkles and catches the light, embodying the designers’ shared affinity for brilliance.

The silhouette of the gown is an embodiment of timeless elegance. It features a fitted bodice that accentuates Miss England’s slender form, with an alluring asymmetric neckline that seamlessly transitions into an off-the-shoulder style. The delicate and fully beaded transparent tulle sleeve adds a touch of ethereal charm, giving the gown a delicate balance between sensuality and refinement.

The gown’s design extends to a corset-like fitted waistline that gracefully merges into a long, fitted skirt. A daring thigh-high slit not only lends a contemporary edge but also accentuates Miss England’s statuesque figure, leaving an indelible impression as she moves. The cascading voluminous skirt envelops her hips and waist, forming a captivating frame for this figure-hugging masterpiece.

True to the designers’ signatures, Swarovski crystal accents are thoughtfully placed throughout the gown, further enhancing its allure. The intricate beading adds depth and dimension to the gown, making it a true work of art that embodies the designers’ shared love for lavish details.

In this collaborative creation, Scott Henshall and Eric Way have woven their unique artistic visions into a single masterpiece that celebrates beauty, luxury, and innovation. As Miss England graces the Miss World Beauty Pageant stage in this gown, she not only represents her nation’s beauty but also showcases the unparalleled artistry of these two maestros in the world of haute couture.

Jessica reached the final 8 on the Miss World stage wearing this gorgeous gown from the 112 participating countries and now proudly holds the Miss World Europe title.

Following the contest Jessica said ” Im ecstatic to have won the Miss World Europe title as it means I get to travel more with the Miss World team but I also have the flexibility to start my career in aerospace engineering.”

Director of Miss England Angie Beasley said ” I would like to thank both Eric & Scott for all the time and effort that went in to creating Jessica’s final look on the Miss World stage. Im excited to see more of their joint creations”

To see the shoes Jessica wore and more images , head over to the Miss England App , Free to download …

FIRST TWO JUDGES FOR MISS ENGLAND 2024 SEMI FINAL CONTEST ANNOUNCED

3 weeks ago

The judging panel for the Miss England semi final at Viva Blackpool have a tough job on their hands .

There’s only 20 Miss England Grand final places up for grabs from all the contestants who are taking part, more are being added to the semi finalists pictured  (on this page) over the next month !

As the VIPs are invited , they will be introduced on this page ….

Our first judge  is celebrity Scott Henshall …

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scott is the youngest Designer to show at London Fashion Week & the Youngest Designer to be a Creative Director of a Luxury Brand.  

At the age of 24 he took the helm at Britains Iconic Label“Mulberry” A World Famous Fashion Designer & Celebrity Hailed  the “Creator Of The Message Dress”by The Telegraph” & “King Of Shock Frocks” by The Daily Express.

Scott cemented His place  in “POP Culture” when He created a £5,000,000 Diamond Dress for the “Spiderman 2 “Premiere 

Follow Scott on Instagram 

 

 

 

 

 

The next judge for the Miss England semi final is Claudine Hope ! 

Claudine is a Radio Presenter on LIVERPOOL LIVE RADIO, & Co Editor of “POWER OF WOMEN MAGAZINE
Claudine has been in show business for over 30 years in TV, Westend Theatre shows & toured worldwide as a dancer, singer and actress. 
She has Presented for Sky TV and had several guest presenting appearances on Channel 4
“Big Brothers Bit In The Side” TV show.
Other TV credits include ITV’s “The Bill” BBC, & Channel 5. 
Claudine has worked as an Executive TV Producer in Hollywood & New York for Associated Television and is thrilled to be a judge for the MISS ENGLAND, semi Final in Blackpool 2024.
The semi final takes place on the 7th April at Viva Blackpool – click the image and link to buy tickets

VIVA BLACKPOOL IS GETTING READY TO HOST THE MISS ENGLAND SEMI FINALS IN APRIL  

4 weeks ago

Lancashire’s Miss England winner is currently competing as one of  of 117 countries at  the 71st Miss World in India, meanwhile,  Viva Blackpool is gearing up to host the next Miss England semi final in April!

Jessica Gagen (28)  from Skelmersdale Lancashire appeared in media across the world when she won the Miss England title back in 2022 as being the first redhead to ever win .

As a youngster Jessica & her family have fond memories of visiting the Pleasure beach & the  Blackpool Air show  & will be returning to the town to host the next semi final, either as Miss England or if she wins in India , the 71st Miss World which she is currently competing in !

The contest takes place on the 7th April 2024 whilst approximately 50 women from across England are invited to compete for one of 20 places in the national final of Miss England .

The contestants are taking part in numerous rounds already including creating social media content for the WATERMANS GORGEOUS HAIR award which will fast track one of the contestants straight through to the Miss England national final in May where Jessica will be crowning her successor.

The Miss England final is sponsored by WATERMANS HAIR, a British brand who are stocked in high street stores, who are proud to call themselves as the original hair loss company winning a Queens award for their quality products sold in 30+ countries.

Organisers are looking for local ladies to take part in the exciting one day fashion show style catwalk , anyone interested should enter on the Miss England website www.missengland.info  If selected , contestants will be invited to audition for the place in the competition .

Ticket for the Miss England semi final can be purchased from Viva Blackpool direct

On this link ;

https://www.vivablackpool.com/event/miss-england-2023-semi-final/#show-date-list

Watermans Hair become headline sponsor Miss England 2024

1 month ago

British brand Watermans, founded by Gail and Matt Waterman in 2012 are the new headline sponsors for the Miss England 2024 contest!

Pictured is Gail & Matt Waterman

Gail & Matt emerged from their personal battles with hair loss.

The duo, leveraging Gail’s 32 years of experience as a hairdresser and salon owner and Matt’s marketing prowess, aimed to create products that blend efficacy with high salon standards.

 

 

 

 

Their journey started with rigorous testing on themselves, followed by trials in Gail’s salon to cater to diverse hair needs and validate their products’ effectiveness. Today, Watermans has achieved global recognition, selling a product every 30 seconds through its worldwide distributor network.

At the heart of their success is a commitment to quality, using premium ingredients to ensure their offerings not only meet but exceed customer expectations. The company prioritizes tangible results and customer satisfaction over profits, focusing on providing solutions that genuinely aid in overcoming hair-related challenges.

You can find Waterman’s stockists on the high street in Boots , Superdrug and on

Amazon & by visiting their website www.watermanshair.com 

Solicitor wins the first Talent award in Miss England Semi final heat with inspirational Poem performance!

2 months ago

The Miss England team have selected Alice Cutler from Southampton as the first talent winner for 2024 !

Alice wrote & delivered a poem called “Courage ” which has now been voted as the most inspirational entry in to part one of the Miss England Semi Final talent contest winning Alice a place in the Miss England National Final!
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One of the judges , Lisa Powell the Miss England Choreographer said ” I was impressed by the confident way  Alice presented herself in her entry video & her heartfelt meaningful words . I think we can all take something from her poem” .
Angie Beasley , Director of Miss England said “I’d like to thank the 12 semi finalists contestants who entered this optional round in the contest prior to Christmas, all who have already displayed immense talent.  A second talent winner will be elected at the actual semi final in Blackpool but for now Alice is the 10th contestant to take it through to the national final.
Despite only becoming a contestant in November 2023, Alice has completely immersed herself in the competition promoting the various categories so well such as the Beauty with a Purpose fundraising round, make up free rounds & now the talent .
We feel Alice has what it takes to be a Miss England finalist & I wish her well at the Grand station Wolverhampton in May.”
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Here’s the winning poem written by Alice .
You can see her performance on the Miss England You Tube channel

Click this image of Alice to see her recite the poem on YOUTUBE

Talented schoolgirl (15) who wants to create awareness for Dyslexia reaches Miss England Semi final 

3 months ago

PRESS RELEASE 6th December 2023

Alexandria Crystal (15) who is preparing for her GCSES is the youngest contestant so far to qualify for the Miss England 2024 Semi-Final , the nation’s entry to Miss World.

Alexandria is Sponsored by Watermans, The Original Hairgrowth Company, est 2012 , A Leading brand in Luxury Haircare in the Miss England contest.

Alexandria is hoping to showcase her singing & acting talents in the one day contest . are delighted to support Alexandria, her attitude and ethos align perfectly with our company. We are thrilled to be part of her Miss England journey.

In the lead up to April 2024  Alex will  be one of 50 women aged 16-27  from across England to compete in a series of qualifying rounds including a Beauty with a purpose charity awareness round ,   catwalk , interview and talent round.

Alexandria turns 16 before the semi-final takes place &  is thrilled to be taking part in her first ever pageant.

“Im going to give it my best shot at the title,   in the process I am determined to help other people gain access to better opportunities in life, a vote for me is a vote for the  thousands of neurodiverse people I represent as well as all the people I raise funds for through the  Beauty With A Purpose charity. I would love to be crowned Miss England and represent the country at Miss World where I could have the opportunity of promoting Dyslexia Awareness on a global scale.”

Alexandria’s mum said “Alexandria has always done things her way, even when she’s been teased or criticised she has always kept strong and motivated regardless, she has determination and ambition most adults don’t possess. I am incredibly proud of her”.

No stranger to the stage the talented singer and actress has also recently been signed by ” I am Epic” talent Agents and now set her sights firmly reaching the final of the prestigious Miss England contest .

Alexandria’s promotional headshot

Beauty with a Purpose & Talent…. Alexandria will be focused on the talent element of the competition & using her platform to raise awareness for Dyslexia as her Beauty with a Purpose project.  Both Alexandria and her brother have been diagnosed with Dyslexia & Alexandria appreciates the challenges people face especially at school. Alex wants to encourage more people to discuss dyslexia and gain more support for those with it.

The Miss England semi final takes place at Viva Blackpool on the 7th April 2024 to find the remaining 20 Miss England national finalists .

 

 

For more information Waterman’s Alexandria’s Sponsor

https://watermanshair.com/pages/about-watermans

Miss England

The current Miss England is Jessica Gagen (27) who graduated in Aerospace En

gineering earlier this year . Jessica is set to represent England at the 71st Miss World in March in India where her Beauty with a Purpose project is promoting more women in STEM careers.

For more information or to interview Alexandria please contact [email protected]

Miss England has arrived at The Grand Station Wolverhampton

3 months ago

Press release 5/12/2023

Images ; SAEED @ WNTV & GLAM MEDIA 

An Aerospace Engineer & local NHS Paramedic helped launch the Miss England 2024 finals at the Grand Station Wolverhampton with a glamorous red carpet style photo shoot with some of the Miss England 2024 finalists  !

Jessica poses on the red carpet at the entrance to the Grand Station – Dress Simply Divine IMAGE Glam Media

The reigning Miss England “Jessica Gagen” who graduated in Aerospace engineering earlier this year & Miss Black Country Alice Jones who works locally as an NHS Paramedic joined  the first group of Miss England 2024 finalists to wear glamorous “Simply Divine” Ballgowns at the former train station! 

Jessica Gagen , the reigning Miss England and Alice Jones NHS Paramedic join Danny Thomspon Director of Sales & Development at the Grand Station Wolverhampton- Photo by Saeed WNTV

Grand Station is a large events venue based in the city centre of Wolverhampton. It recently featured in a BBC documentary titled ‘The Hidden World of Hospitality’ and is currently the British Asian Wedding Venue of the Year. 

Grand Station is delighted to announce that it will be hosting the two-day final of Miss England at its venue in Wolverhampton.

 The exciting competition will be held on Thursday 16th & Friday 17th May 2024. Forty women from across England will meet for the final catwalk & interview for the converted title & a place in the 72nd Miss World.

Leading up to the two-day event, the finalists will be taking part in a series of qualifying rounds including posting make up free images of themselves on social media, creating a Tik Tok reel to showcase their talent, & sourcing an 1940s themed travel outfit for the show’s opening scene at the former train station. 

Having banned the swimwear round from the contest earlier this summer  which made global press coverage , the judges will be focusing on the contestant’s studies occupations & inspirational stories.

Miss England has been running since 1928, but this is the first time this prestigious event will be held in Wolverhampton. Other areas who have hosted the contest in the past 22 years include London (5times) Torquay (twice) and various places in the Midlands including Leicester , Birmingham & Coventry. 

One of the finalists from the 2022 National final joined the photoshoot. Alice Jones works locally as a NHS Paramedic and is the reigning Miss Black Country and lives in Walsall. She finished 6th in Miss England 2022 , winning The Beautiful Brows & Lashes influencer & the Flawless photographic round!    Following the event , Alice was scouted  to enter the Top Model of the World contest in Egypt where she competed with contestants from across the world .   Silver dress ( Models own) posing on one of the Grand Stations festive backdrops!

 

Image of Alice walking in to the reception area at the Grand Station by GLAM MEDIA

Alice said “I’m really excited that the Grand Station in Wolverhampton is hosting the next Miss England final. It’s such a glamorous and prestigious event that will put Wolverhampton on the events map. I have worked in and around Wolverhampton for 8 years and know it well. There’s been a lot of regeneration into the area and by bringing people from all over to the country to the area, Wolverhampton will have its chance to showcase this. I look forward to attending the final and seeing the glitz and glam of the competition! “

The reigning Miss England is Aerospace Engineer “Jessica Gagen” who will be represent England at the 71st Miss World in the Spring.  

Jessica found the train journey from Lancashire to Wolverhampton easy having stopped off for the shoot on her way to London.

Jessica in the reception area at the Grand Station Wolverhampton which had an Oscars themed event on the same evening!

“I’m excited to crown my successor in Wolverhampton, the venue looks great!” said Jessica, the first redhead to ever win the contest. 

Danny Thompson, Director of Sales and Development at Grand Station said “It is an honour to hold to such an prestigious event at the Grand Station, it will be great for the local residents to see something so extravagant in person . The events industry, particularly weddings, is a female led industry. This event is all about female empowerment and body positivity and is steeped in history”

Also joining Danny for the launch photoshoot at the Grand Station ahead of their Hollywood themed Christmas celebration most wearing stunning ballgowns from SIMPLY DIVINE :


(L- R above image)  Afrose Ameen (23)  – Engineering Student from London  Lauren Malone  (26) – Imperial college graduate London , Alanta Richards (17) a business student from Farnham Surrey Jessica Gagen (28) Miss England from Skelmersdale Lancashire Alice Jones (2) Miss Black Country from Walsall Eloise Sarasini (25)  a creative performer from Shropshire Chloe McEwan (21) a Personal Trainer from Harrogate North Yorkshire Gagen Pabla (25) an accountant from Hampshire (who’s parents live in Wolverhampton)                                                                

Beautiful Brows & Lashes provided products and make up artists for the glamorous shoot

Director of Miss England & organiser of the event Angie Beasley said “Wolverhampton is centrally located with the venue 5minutes walk from the train station & free parking outside, with a hotel next door.  It has built in AV, stage sound & light on sight, everything we need to create an exciting event.  I’m so looking forward to working with Danny & the team at Grand station to produce an exciting two-day inspirational family event for all ages! “ 

Tickets will be on sale from the 1st of February, this will be an amazing opportunity for people of Wolverhampton to be able watch the show in person.

For more details visit www.missengland.info

FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE GRAND STATION VISIT

Image ; Alice outside the entrance of the Grand Station by Glam Media

www.grandstation.co.uk

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November is National Healthy Skin Month

4 months ago

PHOTOGRAPHS OF NATASHA BERESFORD MISS LONDON BY ALAN STRUTT

November  marks the beginning of National Healthy Skin Month in the USA, a time to celebrate and promote healthy skin habits!

To celebrate the occasion we wanted to share some skincare tips and advice which you may find helpful.

This month-long event was created to raise awareness about how important it is to take care of your skin. It’s also an opportunity for people to learn more about the different factors that can affect their skin health and how they can best keep their skin looking and feeling its best. So why not  join in the celebration and show your skin some love this November and in future!

Natasha Beresford – Make up free Miss London, and the new face of CETUEM ! Photo by Alan Strutt

Natasha Beresford appeared in media throughout the world in October this year completely make up free when she won Miss Englands first ever make up free regional heat sponsored by CETUEM LONDON a British Made family run skincare brand.

Natasha realises the importance of looking after your skin ….

“Following a skincare routine and choosing the right products is so important to me” said Natasha” .  I suffered with acne as a teenager and into my early 20s, and I really struggled with finding the right products that wouldn’t cause a flare up. I was really insecure about my skin and even after my acne cleared, I struggled with hyperpigmentation for years. I’ve found that following a good skincare routine has not only improved my complexion, but has also reduced my skin issues and boosted my self-confidence!

Using the Cetuem skincare range has truly transformed my skin and has allowed me to feel confident in my own skin without wearing any makeup!”

Natasha recommends the SCR Gold Illuminating Skin Cleanser & SCR Gold Illuminating Skin Toner.   ” I currently use the SCR Gold Intensive Serum & SCR Gold Crème De Lite Moisturiser. I also love to use the SCR Gold Golden Glow Gel Skin Luminosity when I want that extra glow! I will put it over my moisturiser when I’m make up free, and will use it under my foundation when I wear makeup.

Head over to the CETUEM website to find out more about the brand by clicking the logo here

How you can Celebrate ​National Healthy Skin Month

Eat skin-healthy foods

Increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables, fatty fish, and nuts can have a positive effect on your skin. Choose colorful fruits and vegetables that are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, such as berries, spinach, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers.

Cleanse daily

Gently cleanse your skin twice a day with a mild cleanser to help remove debris, sweat, and excess oil. Make sure to avoid cleansers with harsh ingredients that could irritate your skin.

Moisturize regularly

Moisturizing with a hydrating lotion helps to protect your skin from the elements. Look for lotions that contain natural ingredients like aloe vera or shea butter.

Use sunscreen

Sun exposure is one of the leading causes of premature aging, so make sure to apply sunscreen on exposed areas of your skin every day. Choose a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.

Treat yourself to a facial

Treat yourself to a relaxing facial to pamper your skin. A facial can help to deep clean your pores, reduce inflammation and redness, and leave you feeling rejuvenated.

 

Why ​National Healthy Skin Month is Important

Improves overall health and wellbeing

Good skincare is essential for general health and wellbeing. It helps protect you from the sun’s harmful rays, fights stubborn acne breakouts, and keeps your skin looking youthful and refreshed. Taking care of your skin now can help prevent more serious issues down the line, so it’s definitely worth investing some time in doing so!

Promotes a healthy self image

Taking care of your skin can be one of the most important things you do to boost your self-image. Knowing that you look as best as possible can make a huge difference in terms of feeling good about yourself – so make sure to take some time this month to give your skin the proper love and attention it deserves!

Encourages better practices

National Healthy Skin Month is not only about promoting healthier habits for our own well being – it’s also about encouraging others around us to do the same. By creating greater awareness around good skincare practices, we can help create positive changes that will benefit ourselves and those around us.

Meet National Numeracy’s newest ambassador!

4 months ago

National Numeracy is thrilled to announce that current Miss England, internationally signed fashion model and aerospace engineering graduate Jessica Gagen is our latest celebrity ambassador!

Jessica joined in time for Number Confidence Week and is keen to promote the importance of everyday numeracy among children and adults, the opportunities afforded by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) and how National Numeracy can help people wishing to improve their number skills and confidence.

Gaining confidence in maths

With a degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Liverpool, you may think Jessica Gagen sailed through maths education, but as she explains, she didn’t always find the subject easy. However, it was possible to improve with some extra determination…

“I would say that maths, like any subject, has a wide spectrum of content, and there have been many times I’ve felt behind and unable to catch up with my peers – it’s not a nice feeling!” Jessica tells us.

“I actually dropped A Level Maths because I lacked confidence in the subject, but years down the line I gained the confidence to teach myself at a pace best for me, both before and during my degree, as I needed a high mathematical ability to gain entry and to keep up with my class – I was determined to prove to myself that I was capable.

“I’ve always enjoyed solving puzzles and doing things which challenge me, so overall, my relationship with everyday maths has generally been good – albeit I still make mistakes every now and then, which is completely normal!”

Numeracy can help us improve our everyday lives

So what inspired Jessica – the first engineer to win the title of Miss England – to become a National Numeracy ambassador?

“I’m passionate about helping children realise the skills that they already possess to become brilliant scientists and engineers, and educating the older generation as to how they can help to make that happen,” smiles Jessica.

“Numeracy is a skill which helps us improve our everyday lives, yet a lot of us suffer from maths anxiety.

“National Numeracy are aware of this and of the fact that we all learn at different speeds, which is why they’ve developed some excellent resources for those who struggle with their confidence surrounding numbers.”

[Check out the Number Confidence Week hub]

Jessica is keen to practice numeracy skills wherever possible in her own everyday life too…

“I’m a rewards member of different hotels and airlines where you get told what points you’ll earn for a booking, but they’ll only actually register a few days afterwards,” she explains.

“I like to figure out what my balance will be before the points are automatically added so that I can work out whether I can get my next hotel stay for free!

“I also like running – I use an app which measures my time and after each kilometre it tells me the time for the kilometre I’ve just completed and then my overall time so far. I like to try and figure out the overall time as soon as I’m told the time for the most recent kilometre, so that I can speed up if needed!”

Jessica’s message for Number Confidence Week

For Number Confidence Week, Jessica has an encouraging message for anyone interested in improving their numeracy:

“There should be nothing embarrassing about needing help to practice numerical skills – a want to improve your skills is something to be proud of!”

[Try the National Numeracy Challenge]

Learn more on the National Numeracy website here