Angela James of Noak Hill has been crowned Miss Essex following a regional heat for Miss England.

The 21-year-old Abercrombie and Fitch worker won the title at an event in Brentwood’s Sugar Hut club on April 26. Model Katie Price was a guest judge.

“It’s a fantastic achievement,” said excited Angela. “I can’t wait to represent Essex in the Miss England finals.

“I hope to make Essex proud and bring the Miss England crown home. I wouldn’t be where I am today without the amazing support I have had from family, friends, my lovely sponsor Mike Hiscox, BoutiqueModelManagement and the Miss Essex organisers.”

The Miss England final will take place in June.