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Emily just misses out on a place in the Grand Final
Miss Morecambe and Lancaster, Emily Law, competed in the Miss England Semi Finals at Champneys this week. Emily competed against 54 other girls in attempt to gain a place in the Miss England grand final. Sadly, Emily just missed out amongst very stiff competition.
Emily completed the 5 different rounds that made up the semi finals, these included the boot camp round, interviews, talent round and the catwalk section where Emily modeled her own eco-wear and eveningwear
Judges on the day included EGGHEADS STAR & Actor CJ De Mooi, the current Miss England Jessica Linley, Birmingham Model agent Alan Sharman; Philip Sharp Director of Great Lengths hair sponsors for Miss England, Editor of Love it! Magazine Jo Checkley, Dena Coleman former 70s beauty queen, her daughter Laura Coleman former Miss England 2008 and photographer Charlie Kaufman from the Fresh Academy.
Despite not being awarded a place in the grand final, Emily thoroughly enjoyed her time at the semi finals.
Miss Morecambe and Lancaster final
A packed Lancaster Grand Theatre watched the Miss Morecambe and Lancaster Final in aid of the Variety Club Children’s Charity.
Girls from Morecambe and Lancaster were vying to win the Miss Morecambe and Lancaster crown and a place in the Miss England Semi Finals.
The girls took part in a 4 scene fashion show and awards ceremony.
The lively audience gave the girls a 4 minute standing ovation during the show.
Entertainment was provided by local singing sensation Amy-Jo Clough.
Contestant Danielle Davies, 17, from Morecambe said “The Final was amazing and I enjoyed every minute of it. I’ve gained more confidence and friends for life out of the experience”
Samantha Pickup, 20, from Lancaster mentioned a similar experience “I gained self confidence and a lot of good friends. A brilliant day full of happy tears and laughs”
Amy Morrell, 19, from Morecambe added “The evening was a memory I’ll cherish forever, meeting new friends and feeling special. The experience has given me more confidence and has made my family very proud”
Morecambe and Lancaster Awards Results
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Miss Charity Morecambe and Lancaster (most funds raised for the Variety Club) Lydia Ratcliffe ,19, a Sociology Student, from Lancaster who raised £631 |
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Miss Popularity Morecambe and Lancaster (Public Vote) Amy Morrell, 19, a catering student from Morecambe. |
5th Place – Emma Ward ,22, Student Teacher at the University of Cumbria, Lancaster
4th Place – Lou O’Brien ,18, Student at the Lancaster University
3rd Place – Khyara Ranaweera ,18, Student at the University of Cumbria
2nd Place – Stephanie Leeson ,19, Student at the University of Cumbria
Winner of Miss Morecambe and Lancaster 2011 – Emily Law ,19, Student at the University of Cumbria
Emily will now take part in the Miss England Semi Finals at Champney’s Health Resort in Leicestershire in June.
Emily’s prize package includes;
A £500 Portfolio Package from Yaffe Model, Part of Yaffe Fusion Art
A £200 handmade Swarovski Crystal Crown from Rebecca June Tiaras
£250 Cash
Her own website from Camm 21
Personal Coaching for the Miss England Semi Final
For any further details or bookings can be requested through MDC Events Ltd on 0845 348 5011
Lydia Ratcliffe is Miss Charity Morecambe and Lancaster 2011
This year, contests of Miss Morecambe and Lancaster were dedicated to raising money for The Variety Club Childrens’ Charity, who help disabled and disadvantaged children. All contestants worked hard and enthusiastically to raise as much as they possibly could for the charity. The girl who raised the most would be awarded Miss Charity Morecombe and Lancaster presented with a sash, award and a stunning watch from Delanicci Extreme.
Miss Charity Morecambe and Lancaster 2011 was awarded to Lydia Ratcliffe, a Sociology student from Lancaster, who raised £631.
During the final, Lydia wore two dresses from VERB dresses; She told the designer about the competition and the charity and was given £75 towards the charity. Lydia was also sponsored by Flawless Studios who gave five prizes of photo shoots and makeovers that were raffled off
Winner to Model for Yaffe
We are delighted to announce that this year’s winner of Miss Morecambe and Lancaster will be modelling for the renowned Yaffe Photography Company.
The winner of this year’s competition will receive a £500 Model Portfolio from Yaffe Model.
Yaffé Fusion Art have been producing award winning images since 1967.
Based in the famous Victorian village of Birkdale, Southport, the 22,000sq feet of studios regularly sees famous faces from the world of celebrity and sporting stars.
Although Yaffé Fusion Art have been creating stunning model portfolios for a long time, they have recently launched ‘Yaffé Model’ to help aspiring and already successful models achieve a better, stronger portfolio to further their career in the modelling industry.
Call Yaffe on 0844 251 0861 for enquiries and bookings.
You can find out more about them here www.yaffefusionart.com and www.facebook.com/YaffeModel
House of Time to Sponsor Variety Club Charity Award
Charitable watch makers to the Stars “House of Time” (incorporating Bellagio Time)have kindly agreed to boost the fundraising efforts of all of the finalists in Miss Morecambe and Lancaster by offering the girl who raises the most money for the Variety Club a stunning Delanicci Watch.
Every Finalist in this year’s competition is tasked to raise funds for the Variety Club, our nominated charity who look after disabled and disadvantaged children.
This year, as well as a stunning award and sash, our winner will also take away this stunning watch, the Delanicci Extreme.
Bellagio Time are renowned for making watches for the stars; from the big screen to on the football pitch, from Legends to up and coming sensations.
Starts who own Bellagio timepieces include; Sir Tom Jones, Richard Fleeshman, Tricia Penrose, Ryan Thomas, Don Felder, The Bee Gees, Nikki Sanderson and many more.
The Delanicci ‘Extreme’
Designed by Bellagio Time (Supporting Variety Club since 1995)
Features Include:
§ 13/4 inches wide stainless steel case.
§ Matching soft leather cuff straps.
§ Set with 204 sparkling stones.
§ Sparkling powder numbers.
§ Day and date sub dials.
§ Precision quartz movement.
§ Custom made ‘Flower Crown’
§ One year manufacturer’s guarantee.
§ Two years movement warranty.
§ Presented in a baby-pink travel jewellery case.
Own your own watch from House of Time by visiting the website here – www.houseoftime.com
New Prize added from Rebecca June Tiaras
We are delighted to announce our partnership with Rebecca June Tiaras, the official Designer of the Crowns for the North West Regional Heats of Miss England 2011
Each winner will receive a hand crafted Swarovski crystal crown designed and made by Rebecca June Tiaras (worth over £200)
Rebecca June Tiaras is a bespoke Tiara and jewellery design service for all occasions.
Click below to visit their website now.
07731 300 354
Miss England visits Morecambe
Miss England, Katrina Hodge, dropped into Morecambe and Lancaster to officially launch the search for Miss Morecambe 2010.
She visited Danny Matthews at The Bay for breakfast and also spent some time at The Clarendon Hotel and Morecambe Bay.
Girls have until Friday 12th March to enter, via our “Enter Now” page.
Welcome to Miss Morecambe
Miss Morecambe is a direct entry heat into the Miss England competition. The winner of Miss Morecambe will, amongst other prizes, win a place in the Miss England Final where she will have a chance to go onto Miss World 2010 in Vietnam where the main prize is $100,000.
Much more than a beauty pageant or modelling competition, the organisers of Miss Morecambe are looking for an ambassador for the area. Someone well presented, confident and able to communicate are just some of the qualities that the judges will be looking for. Our winner will be actively encouraged to use their title to promote the area and raise the profile of many worthy causes throughout their year.
The Miss World motto is “Beauty with a Purpose” and this is something we fully subscribe to. Our aim is to raise as much money as possible for the Variety Club Children’s Charity through contestant fundraising and activities.
The winner could be an existing model, beauty pageant contestant or a complete newcomer. Many Miss England heat winners have won their heats with no prior experience. It could be you!
Applications are now being taken for the 2010 competition, simply click on the “Enter Now” button above.
Miss Morecambe is open to any girl who will be aged 17-24 on 31st December 2010 who was either born, has lived, works or studies in the Morecambe. Entrants must have never been married and have no children. Full rules are available in the “Enter Now” section.
Miss Morecambe website launched
Miss Morecambe is a direct entry heat into the Miss England competition. The winner of Miss Morecambe will, amongst other prizes, win a place in the Miss England Final where she will have a chance to go onto Miss World 2010 in Vietnam where the main prize is $100,000.
Much more than a beauty pageant or modelling competition, the organisers of Miss Morecambe are looking for an ambassador for the area. Someone well presented, confident and able to communicate are just some of the qualities that the judges will be looking for. Our winner will be actively encouraged to use their title to promote the area and raise the profile of many worthy causes throughout their year.
Keep checking back for more details and regular updates of the Miss Morecambe contest.