CUMBRIA'S Helen Skelton has signed up for the Strictly Come Dancing live tour in 2023.

Helen and dance partner Gorka Marquez lost out to TV presenter Hamza Yassin, who secured the Glitterball trophy in last Saturday's final.

Now it has been revealed that Helen will feature alongside Hamza and fellow finalists Molly Rainford and Fleur East on the Strictly Come Dancing live tour which will begin on January, 20 and conclude on February 12.

However, in a change from the show, it has been announced that the Cumbrian TV presenter will not dance alongside Gorka Marquez.

Helen instead will be dancing with Kai Widdrington, the professional who had danced with Kaye Adams on the latest season of the popular dancing programme. 

Speaking about her place on the upcoming tour, Helen said: "Strictly has been the adventure of a lifetime and I’m so happy that it will continue next year on the live tour.

"I’m really looking forward to seeing the fans across the country and performing my favourite dances from the series. I can’t wait!"

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