TV baker Paul Hollywood has recorded a message of thanks to the county's NHS workers.

Appreciation from the 54-year-old - who lives in Smarden near Ashford - has warmed the hearts of staff at the Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust.

In the video, the former Wingham resident says: "Just wanted to say a big thank you for all the work you are doing Kent community health teams.

"You're in my neck of the woods.

"I know you're on the frontline of everything that's happening in the country at the moment with the virus.

"I hope you're all keeping safe guys and hopefully we'll all catch up when this is over."

A Facebook post shared by the health trust says: "Paul has many fans here at KCHFT... little did we know he is a fan of us too!"

His new series, Paul Hollywood Eats Japan, is currently airing on Channel 4.

Yesterday, Game of Thrones star Jerome Flynn also thanked Kent's hero healthcare staff.

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