What were your expectations before going into the house?
I have to confess - I was blissfully ignorant about what lay ahead. I had a vague idea - bonnets, bloomers, parasols - but I had no idea how hard things were going to be. I had never even read a Jane Austin Novel, watched any of the TV adaptations or the Hollywood blockbusters (…Bridgett Jones didn't count apparently…) so I was quite naïve. The smile was soon wiped off my face when I was handed the Rule Book though….

How well do you think you were suited to the Regency era?
I couldn't have been any less suited to being a Regency lady and would have been every chaperone's worst nightmare. My philosophy is "Work Hard, Play Hard". Regency ladies did neither. I'm feisty, out-spoken, independent, a party gal, I drink (a lot), I smoke (a lot) - basically I'm everything a Regency Lady isn't. But it made being a naughty little minx much more exciting….

Who did you fancy most in the house?
The footmen! Seriously though - all the men in the house were fanciable, but Regency protocol didn't exactly make it easy for us. And after weeks of not even being allowed to so much as touch a gentleman's arm without being branded a brazen hussy, I pretty much fancied anything male with a pulse!

What was your best time?
There are too many to mention. I can honestly say I had some of the best times of my life at Kentchurch - there were so many magical moments. The Firework display just blew me away - it was so beautiful. Bundling Mrs Rogers into a wheelbarrow and kidnapping her to take her to the local Inn, the night the boys went to the Hellfire Club - that was sooooo funny. We didn't get very far though - the wheel dropped off! Sneaking into the boys rooms, stealing their clothes and dressing up as them - I nearly wet my bloomers I was laughing so much! Then there was the day I discovered my Inner Bo-Peep at the Shepherdess picnic - a defining moment in my stay at Kentchurch. But the bestest time of all has to be dressing up and going to the fancy. I cant believe the boys didn't know we were there - duh!

What was your worst time?
Ironically - entering the house and leaving the house. When I first arrived at the Kentchurch, and I realised what lay ahead - I had a total sense of humour failure and I was desperately unhappy. And then when it came to leaving, I didn't want to go. (I'm just a typical woman - I can never make my mind up!) Also, the Professor Von Hagan visit was particularly gruesome and I found his penchant for dead bodies rather disturbing. Eugh!

Do you have any regrets?
Yes - eating so much. The food was unbelievable and I just couldn't resist. That chef has a lot to answer for - namely the Chocolate Meringue. I put so much weight on, none of my clothes fitted me when I came out. But apart from that - no, I don't really regret that much. It was all a very good learning experience. You should never regret the things you've done - only the things you haven't.

What annoyed you most in the house?
Well - apart from being sent to bed at 11pm, not being allowed to drink or smoke, having to play "hide and seek" (I'm nearly 30 for goodness sake…!), only being allowed one bath per week, having to use a chamber pot, not being allowed to do anything for myself, having to wear four layers of clothes in 40 degree heat, the bonnets (…I never did look good in a hat…), watching the men have all the fun, the hierarchy…..nothing much really!

What did you like / dislike most about dating in Regency times?
In the house I was all brass and no class - i.e. I had wealthy parents but needed bag myself a fella who was further up the social scale. Being a woman of fortune thanks to the industrial revolution - my riches and business would defer to my husband. This had advantages and disadvantages - I had my pick of the blokes as they all wanted my money - but if I did fall for someone who wasn't wealthy or connected it wouldn't have been such a problem…I was one of the lucky ones - I could have married for love. Marriage was a business for the majority and I think it must have been very sad for those who were forced into marrying a muppet for money or social standing.

On the upside - being romanced was fab! The guys really made an effort to get in touch with their romantic side. I was sent notes, flowers, gifts, I was serenaded, I was wooed… 21st Century fella's could learn a thing or three! It's fair to say when it came to romance in the house, I was a lucky girl…!

Do you think your experience in the house has changed you?
I was adamant that I wouldn't allow the experience to change me. So much so, I actually had a wager on it with Captain Glover…Captain - the cheque's in the post. Yes the experience did change me, but for the better (…I hope…!)

What did you miss from the 21st Century?
It was quite nice have a break from the 21st century and all its technology - but I did miss my phone, email, hairdryer, straightening irons, make up, jeans, shower, Eastenders, my stilettos, friends, family, car, curry (…I REALLY missed curry…), working (..that really surprised me…), the pub…..not necessarily in that order!

What are you doing now?
Working hard for the family business.

Who will you keep in touch with?
Everyone - they were all fantastic people and I hope we always stay in touch.

What would you have liked to see happen to your Regency personae?
To marry Mr…(you'll have to guess…) and to live happily ever after.

If you were to do it again what would you do differently?
I would follow my heart…! But apart from that - I wouldn't do anything differently.

Are you still single?
I am if Brad Pitt/George Clooney/Robbie Williams is asking…!

Do you treat the opposite sex any differently since leaving the house?
Not really - but the gentlemen in the house had impeccable manners and were very gallant, and I keep trying to convince the fella's that I know that they should try and do the same….without much success !

Is there anything else interesting about your experiences?
Taking part in the Regency House Party was an overwhelming experience and an amazing opportunity to explore life as a regency lady in every way imaginable. I think one of hardest things I had to come to terms with was learning to live without the accouterments that we take so much for granted. I had to assume a persona, which was so far removed from who I really am - and it wasn't easy. It was fab to live in opulent luxury, be waited on and have my every whim attended to, but the weeks of denial - and for young ladies there was a LOT of denial - has made me appreciate being an independent 21st girl even more. Since leaving the house I have drunk the equivalent of a small lake of wine, smoked my own body weight in fags and stayed up till dawn…why…? Just because I can! Bridgett Jones eat your heart out…!