And the winner is...Dancing Strictly stars go head-to-head for North London Hospice (From Enfield Independent)

And the winner is...Dancing Strictly stars go head-to-head for North London Hospice

11:00am Monday 11th February 2013 in News By Hermione Wright

With glitz, glamour and grace 11 couples took to the dance floor to give a dazzling performance in aid of North London Hospice on Saturday night.

Following seven weeks of training with professional instructors the competitors showcased their new-found talent in front of a panel of judges in the Dancing Strictly finale at Millfield Theatre.

The couples received high praise for their show-stopping routines ranging from the sexy salsa to a romantic waltz.

But it was contestants Tom McClorry, 42, and Thelia Farago, 54, who topped the leaders’ board with their fast-paced cha cha cha.

See all the pictures from the night here.

Judges crowned Tom and Thelia king and queen of the dance floor, awardeding them their very own glitterball Dancing Strictly trophy.

Tom said: “I’m over the moon. It’s just an amazing feeling.”

As well as mastering their routines, each couple was tasked with raising at least £500 for North London Hospice.

Tonight's show, sponsored by the Times Series and Enfield Independent,  helped raise £15,233 for the hospice which supports people with life-limiting illnesses.