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By EMMA COX

Lady Mary Crawley (Michelle Dockery) is ready for her close up

It’s got the cast, the style and enough intrigue to fill the 50-plus rooms of Highclere Castle, where it is filmed. With the long-awaited new series of Downton Abbey soon to enliven our Sunday evenings, YOU goes behind the scenes on this most lavish of sets


Above: Lights, costumes ... drama!


With nearly 11 million viewers, the first series of Downton Abbey was last year’s big drama hit for ITV1. And series two — scheduled for early autumn — has all the ingredients for another Sunday-night blockbuster. The action begins in 1916: it’s World War I and Downton Abbey (‘played’ by Highclere Castle in Berkshire) has been turned into a convalescent home by Cora, Countess of Grantham (Elizabeth McGovern). ‘Each character is profoundly affected in ways they don’t expect,’ says Elizabeth, ‘and for some of the women it’s actually very liberating.’


Above left: Amy Nuttall plays new housemaid Ethel

Above right: Maggie Smith as the Dowager Countess of Grantham


Above: Between takes Elizabeth McGovern's hairstyle is protected by a net


This season’s costumes are more austere, as befits wartime, but no less painstakingly researched. Between takes hairstyles are protected by nets, and actors put on coats or robes. Maggie Smith has the most elaborate outfits as the Dowager Countess of Grantham. Newcomer Amy Nuttall, who plays new housemaid Ethel, says, ‘The “downstairs” scenes are filmed at Ealing Studios, so it’s rare but lovely when both the servants and “upstairs” are all here at Highclere’



Above: A stylist makes sure that no hair is out of place on Lady Mary Crawley (Michelle Dockery)


Above left: Hugh Bonneville returns as Robert Crawley, the sixth Earl of Grantham
Above right: The three Crawley sisters


Above: It takes time to set up the special lighting and camera angles that make Downton such sumptuous viewing. Elizabeth McGovern says, ‘It’s painstaking and laborious but we all know it’s worth the wait’


Above left: Elizabeth McGovern says, ‘I’m wearing vintage fabric but they reinforce it — the set is hard work for costumes’

Above right: It may be wartime but Cora is still keeping up appearances


Above: Lady Edith (played by Laura Carmichael) sits with a badly injured soldier, whose identity is a closely guarded secret. ‘The grounds are beautiful,’ she says, ‘but we’re mindful that people live here. Lord and Lady Carnarvon [Highclere’s owners] must feel like the Granthams, having their home taken over by so many people!’


Above: Downton fans can’t wait for a revival of the simmering sexual tension between housemaid Anna (Joanne Froggatt) and valet John Bates (Brendan Coyle)

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By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Tears: Angelina welled up on stage at the 17th annual Sarajevo Film Festival in Bosnia and Herzegovina last night as she was honoured with an award for her film In The Land Of Blood And Honey

Angelina was nearly moved to tears last night as she was honoured at an award ceremony in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The actress who turned up to the 17th Sarajevo Film Festival unannounced with her partner Brad Pitt, at the city's National Theatre, couldn't contain her emotion as she was presented with a heart-shaped award at the closing ceremony.

Clearly humbled, the 36-year-old welled up as she took to the stage as the crowd gave her a standing ovation.

'I will start crying if you don't stop,' she said in a quivering voice.

'I told Brad in the car I was afraid I was going to cry.'

'I am so honoured to be here at this festival. There is no greater example of the strengths of the artists and the festival that began during the war and grew stronger every year, ' she added.

Angelina was honoured for her directorial début, In The Land Of Blood And Honey.


All smiles: Earlier in the evening, Angelina was all smiles as she walked the red-carpet with Brad Pitt


She filmed the drama, which tells the tale of 'how a couple's romance is affected by the 1992-95 Bosnian War,' in the Eastern European country last year.

'Tonight we are giving the honorary Heart of Sarajevo to a great artist, not only for the great impact she has in the world of cinema but also for persisting and her active engagement in the complexities of the real world we live in,' said Festival Director Mirsad Purivatra as he presented Angelina with the award.

The actress slipped into a floor-length peach gown slit to the thigh, for the occasion.


What are you looking at? Brad couldn't help but stare at his beautiful partner's stunning assets


On the arm of her handsome partner Brad Pitt, she flashed hints of her long toned legs.

She also flashed what appeared to be a new tattoo on her left arm..

The inking seemed to be quite large taking up most of forearm.

Angelina went natural with her make-up, and wore her long brunette hair out in a natural straight style.

Meanwhile, Brad looked dapper in a slimline black suit and open-neck white shirt.



Still looking: Brad just couldn't take his eyes off the stunning actress who was flanked by two security guards


Angelina also played presenter on the night, presenting Austrian actor Thomas Schubert with the award for the Best Actor for his film Atmen.

In the past, her involvements in Bosnia have not stopped short of her film.
The philanthropist has also visited the war torn country as a ambassador for the U.N.'s refugee agency UNHCR.

The festival was a hop, skip, and an aeroplane ride from London, where Brad and Angelina have laid their roots temporarily while the actor films post-apocalyptic horror film World War Z.

Mother-of-six Angelina has been having a ball sight-seeing and shopping with the couple's six children.


Rapunzel, Rapunzel: Angelina wore her long flowing locks out in a natural straight style


This week the Salt actress took two of her children, Shiloh, five, and Zahara, six, to The Toy Station store in Richmond, where they loaded up on a number of items, including toy currency.

A Toy Station worker told the Mail Online that Ange and her daughters arrived at the store with their bodyguard and happily browsed with other customers.

'Once the other customers had left her bodyguard politely asked if we could close the doors while they shopped,' the worker revealed.


New ink: Angelina flashed what appeared to be a new tattoo on her arm as she waved to her fans alongside Brad


They added: 'The girls were very well behaved and Miss Jolie was very attentive to the children. She was very nice, calm and down to earth. A very natural family.'

The worker said that Angelina bought a number of items from the store but didn't spend too much money. 'She mainly bought pocket money toys.'

The actress bought a number of cap guns and joke items such as water-squirting cameras as well as the fake money.


Applause: Brad and Ange sat in the front row at the ceremony and enthusiastically clapped other recipients


Also on the shopping list was a £25 Strawberry Fairy costume for Zahara, who is known for her love of girly clothes, while sister Shiloh is a bit of a tomboy.

As with everywhere the family ventures, a crowd soon gathered when they realised who was inside the store.

The actress' bodyguard and a community support officer helped hold the fans and photographers at bay as the smiling trio, Angelina looking chic in a beige top and skirt and matching wedges, left the store.


Lucky girls: This week the Salt actress took two of her children, Shiloh, five, and Zahara, six, to The Toy Station store in Richmond, where they loaded up on a number of items, including toy currency


While her Brad is at work, Angelina has been keeping the children busy with days out.

Earlier in the week she took Zahara, Shiloh and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne to the London Aquarium.

The entire brood were also treated to a private screening of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 at the Odeon in Richmond.


Family time: Earlier in the week she took Zahara, Shiloh and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne to the London Aquarium


Saravejo Film Festival Honor Angelina Jolie


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By DAILY MAIL REPORTER


Trick or treat: Candice Swanepoel shows off her curves in a variety of costumes for Vicgoria's Secret new Halloween fantasy range

Halloween may still be three months away, but Victoria's Secret model Candice Swanepoel is already getting into the costume spirit.

The 22-year-old shows off her world class curves in a series of sexy outfits for the lingerie line's new Halloween fantasy range.

Candice looks stunning in everything from a sailor's outfit to a revealing Santa's ensemble.


Devilish: Candice tries on a red Satan costume complete with horn accessories


The South African beauty is giving fans a preview of some ideas to go trick or treating in on October 31 and also showed off her amazing curves in the barely there costumes.

She showed off her endless legs in stockings and suspenders as well as her bare pins in the something for everyone photo shoot.

Her pert derrière is also on show in skimpy underwear that can be worn underneath the outfits.


Back to her best: Candice has a bit more meat on her bones (left) compared to earlier this year when she was slammed for being too skinny (right)

Candice also confirmed that she was back to her best after her weight became a bone of contention earlier this year.

She was the subject of discussion when she worryingly lost a lot of weight and looked a shadow of her former self.

But Candice defended her dramatically slimmed down figure, insisting she is perfectly healthy.

The South African model insisted: 'I am healthy and happy.'


Sexy señorita: The South African model plays dress up as a Spanish siren and as a French maid


Playing her cards right: Candice looks like the Queen of Hearts in her gambling themed get up


Racy rabbit: Bunny ears have never looked so good as Candice wears the bright yellow outfit


Victoria's Secret: Candice shows off more conventional lingerie as part of the shoot


Pretty in pink: Modelling a ballerina's outfit and also a wedding inspired design


More subtle attire: Candice also showed off more 'girl's next door' gear

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By EMILY SHERIDAN

Making a statement: Singer Una Healy (left) wore a floral bandeau dress and tilted hat, while actress Katherine Kelly wore a pale pink asymmetrical number at the wedding of Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall yesterday

At the extravagant April wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, Westminster Abbey was full of royals, heads of state and politicians.

But at the smaller scale nuptials of Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall yesterday, it was somewhat of a more glamorous guest list with stars from the world of pop, TV and sport garnering attention.

Leading the famous faces in the pews of Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh were soap star Katherine Kelly, The Saturdays' singer Una Healy and TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher.



Interesting fascinator: TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher, pictured with husband Paul Sampson, wore a multi-coloured dress, nude heels and unusual jade fascinator


And of course, there was plenty of representation from the world of sport, with both Tindall's teammates past and present and Phillips' colleagues from the riding world in attendance.

One of the first to arrive was Coronation Street actress Kelly, who went for a Seventies-look in a pale pink asymmetrical ankle-length dress by James Stewart Couture and a striking orange H'atelier hat and oversized clutch bag.


Top heavy: Irish singer Healy wore a tilted champagne hat created by Philip Treacy while Kelly opted for an eye-catching wide-brimmed orange hat with fuchsia bow by H'atelier


Kelly, 31, is an old schoolfriend of Tindall, with her parents living close to his father Phil and mother Linda in Yorkshire.

She said recently: 'I went to school in Wakefield with Mike. Our parents live in the same village and we’ve stayed really good mates.'

Going for a much sexier look was Irish singer Healy, 29, in a black floral-print bandeau dress and white and mocha peep-toe heels.

She accesorised her tight dress with an oversized saucer hat by milliner Philip Treacy, pale pink pashmina and a nude clutch.


Dapper: Healy's date was her boyfriend and Tindall's teammate Ben Foden


Healy attended with her boyfriend, Northampton Saints and England player Ben Foden - a teammate of Tindall.

Ahead of the nuptials, she wrote of her excitement at being invited on Twitter: 'Thanks to my stylists Frank Strachan and Lloyd Powell for sorting me a Philip Treacy Hat for The Royal Wedding tomorrow!

'Just about to take off for Edinburgh with Ben, really excited for the weekend.'


Well heeled: TV presenter Natalie Pinkham (left) in red, and Olympic skeleton racer Amy Williams in pale pink, both wore nude heels


Sky Sports presenter Gallacher, who wed rugby player Paul Sampson last year, found her pretty multi-coloured dress overshadowed by her unusual jade fascinator.

Gallacher has become good friends with the bride thanks to their respective spouses, who were previously teammates for Bath.

The TV presenter even became one of the lucky few to see Zara's Stewart Parvin dress before the big day.


Ready to party: England rugby player Jonny Wilkinson (left) and former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio and his wife Alice leave after the wedding


The 35-year-old said: 'Zara's so cool, she's going to look amazing, she's chosen a beautiful dress.

'Mike and Zara are brilliant together. She's so good for him, she's so chilled out and he's quite laid back as well so they fit together really nicely.

'Obviously she's really into sport and he loves the life they lead together with the horses and they've got lots of dogs so it's lovely.'


Suited and booted: Racing driver Sir Jackie Stewart and his wife Helen (left) and equestrian William Fox-Pitt and his wife Alice Plunkett


Just married: Zara Phillips and her new husband Mike Tindall's official wedding photo in Holyrood Abbey

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By JO MACFARLANE

Just married: Beaming bride Zara Phillips and her new husband Mike Tindall pose in Holyrood Abbey, Palace of Holyroodhouse following their marriage on Saturday

In a single tender moment, their love was plain to see. Standing in the warm Edinburgh sunshine, Zara Phillips sealed her marriage to England rugby star Mike Tindall yesterday with a gentle kiss.

The newlyweds gazed at each other and exchanged a sweet smile before leaving the Canongate Kirk on the city’s ancient Royal Mile hand-in-hand to greet the 6,000 well-wishers who had gathered on the narrow streets.

It was another proud day for the future of the British Monarchy.


Give us a kiss! Newlyweds Zara and Mike share a tender kiss outside Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, Scotland after getting married


Newlyweds: Zara and Tindall make their way out of the church a married couple


Although the couple seemed determined to keep their wedding a private family occasion, the crowds seemed equally determined to share in their happiness during the first Royal wedding to be held in Scotland in 20 years.

Many frantically waved Union Jacks and the Scottish Saltire as the couple emerged from the ceremony shortly before 4pm, filling the air with cheers. Some, clearly touched by the splendour of the occasion, dabbed their eyes.

One of the highlights was always going to be the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, attending their first wedding since their own just three months ago.


Simple but chic: The ivory dress by Stewart Parvin perfectly suited Zara's athletic frame


But even they could not overshadow Zara on her special day.

In a romantic full-length ivory silk gown with silk tulle detail, designed by the Queen’s favourite couturier Stewart Parvin, the one-time Royal rebel, who was on Friday seen in scruffy jeans and flip-flops, looked every inch the traditional bride.

For the talented equestrian – who is often reluctant to embrace her regal lineage – this was her chance to be a princess for a day.



So happy: The bride looked ecstatic as she waved to well-wishers after marrying Tindall


With her blonde hair swept up into an elegant full-bodied chignon and sparkling with diamonds from the Greek Key tiara lent by her mother, she managed to look effortlessly beautiful and happy.

The full veil, also made of silk tulle, was held back from her face as she held a stunning large white bouquet, studded with thistles in a nod to the location, by Mayfair florist Paul Thomas. On her feet were an elegant pair of Jimmy Choo shoes.

Zara, 30, reportedly the Queen’s favourite granddaughter, was accompanied to the church by her proud father Captain Mark Phillips after earlier leaving in a Bentley from the Palace of Holyroodhouse several hundred yards down the Royal Mile.


Radiant: Zara is led into Canongate Kirk by her proud father Mark Phillips ahead of the ceremony


The old hands and the just weds: Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (left) and Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, wearing a Jane Troughton embroidered coat, LK Bennett nude heels and carrying a LK Bennett clutch


Family pride: Mother of the bride Princess Anne wore a red pleated skirt and floral jacket (left), while the Queen wore a pink Stewart Parvin jacket and matching hat by Rachel Trevor Morgan over a floral dress


She arrived at 3.07pm, fashionably late for the 3pm service.

Her maid of honour, best friend Dolly Maude, wore a dove grey dress with dramatic Dior bow by Stewart Parvin.

Her bridesmaids – Jaz Jocelyn, the daughter of a family friend; the best man’s daughter Hope Balshaw; Zara’s half-sister Stephanie Phillips; and Mrs Maude’s daughter Nell – wore off-white dresses with a simple bow by local dressmaker Sue Palmer. Pageboy Ted Maude, Zara’s godson, delighted the crowd in a traditional Balmoral tartan kilt.


Stylish sisters: Princess Beatrice went for blue Angela Kelly ensemble and yet another pair of nude heels, while her younger sister Princess Eugenie opted for a cream and brown number by the same designer



A right royal knees up: Prince Edward and his wife Sophie, Countess Of Wessex arrive (left), while the bride's brother Peter Phillips, appeared to be an usher as he greeted guests


The in-laws: Princess Anne, her ex-husband Mark Phillips with the groom's parents Linda and Phil Tindall


The couple had begun their wedding celebrations in style with a cocktail party on board the decommissioned Royal yacht Britannia on Friday night. Later, wedding guests were to be seen on George Street enjoying Edinburgh’s nightlife.

But Zara returned to the Queen’s official Scottish residence, Holyroodhouse, to spend her final night as a single woman with close family.

Senior Royals, including the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry, also stayed at the Palace.


Smart: Prince Harry looked dapper in coat and tails (left), while the bride's sister-in-law Autumn Phillips looked chic in an eggshell suit


All present and correct: Prince Charles, the Duchess Of Cornwall, Princes Harry and Willaim and the Duchess of Cambridge all gather at the gates of the Kirk following the wedding


And now to the party: The royal family file out of the church (L-R) Prince Charles; Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall; Prince Harry; Princess Beatrice; Catherine, Duchess of Cornwall; Prince William; Princess Eugenie (just seen) and Prince Andrew



Ready to rumble: Tindall and his bridal party make their way into the church


Classic: The bridesmaids wore cute ivory dresses while maid of honour Dolly Maude looked amazing in her high-necked gown, also made by Parvin


Stylish: Coronation Street star Katherine Kelly was among the first guests to arrive


Sophisticated: The Saturdays singer Una Healy wore a pretty black and turquoise strapless dress as she attended with her boyfriend, rugby player Ben Foden


Leggy ladies: (L-R) Natalie Pinkham wore a backless red dress while Kirsty Gallacher (with partner Paul Sampson) opted for a colourful number with nude heels, while Olympic Skeleton racer Amy Williams donned a pretty nude-coloured dress and matching hat



Ready to party: England rugby player Jonny Wilkinson (left) and former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio and his wife Alice leave after the wedding


Suited and booted: Racing driver Sir Jackie Stewart and his wife Helen (left) and Irish jockey AP McCoy and his wife Chanelle


Rugby faces: (Left to right) Clive Woodward, Austin Healey and Martin Johnson make their way inside


Historical setting: Zara and her father arrive at the 17th century building


That's something blue sorted: Members of the public check out the Kirk following the wedding service



Arriving in style? A coach pulls up outside the venue carrying celebrity guests including Kelly (orange hat just seen)


Ready and waiting: Crowds line the streets outside the venue waiting for a glimpse of the blushing bride


A beautiful day for a wedding: Locals wave flags as they watch and wait for Zara's arrival


Excitement: Crowds of well-wishers brought their cameras to snap photographs of the royal and celebrity guests on the way to the wedding


Decorations: A worker adjusts the beautiful floral display above the door at Canongate Kirk


Gearing up: Residents in Edinburgh are no doubt looking forward to the big day, with one women wishing the royal couple luck with a banner hung over her balcony

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