“West Wittering in Chichester is perfect for a short break and if I've got longer, Devon and Cornwall are my favourites places in Britain.”

British television and radio presenter, screenwriter and children's author, born 1975

Konnie Huq is a British television and radio presenter, screenwriter and children's author. Born in 1975, she is best known for her long run on the children's programme Blue Peter, where she became the show's longest-serving female presenter, appearing from 1997 to 2008. She has also worked across other television and radio projects, including serving as a presenter and guest on the 2010 series of The Xtra Factor on ITV2. Her work spans presenting, writing, and children's media.