THE harbour views from 1, Woodside are pretty special — but effectively they were a trade-down/retirement compromise for the house’s current owner, Mrs Mary Porteous.

Is Anybody There? (Cert 12, 90 mins, Drama/Comedy,)

Mirren picked up the Best Actress award at the recent Venice Festival for her electrifying performance as Queen Elizabeth in this drama based on the events surrounding the death of Princess Diana.

Pete Doherty has recorded a track in dedication to his comic idol Tony Hancock for a BBC2 documentary to be screened on Boxing Day.