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Who needs chestnuts roasting by an open fire this Christmas when you can have ChesNEY?

Chesney Hawkes at last year's bash

The golden-haired pop singer, whose 1991 chart-topper I Am The One And Only is still a hit today, is throwing another celebrity-studded charity Christmas Cracker bash in Ascot.

All proceeds go to White Lodge Centre, which supports physically disabled adults and children.

This year's celebrities include Kirsty Gallacher, Nik Kershaw, Tony Hawks and more.

Kirsty Gallacher brings her expertise from hosting Ant Vs Dec. She'll be hosting a special section of the bash called Chesney's Challenge (more about that below).

Kirsty will also be compèring the auction with lots including: a personal Jackanory with Bernard Cribbins in White Lodge Centre's sensory room for ten people, the karaoke opportunity of a life time, and a leather jacket which just survived a tour with the Kinks and Ray Davies.

Kirsty Gallacher

Kirsty says: "I'm honoured to officially join the rank of crackerteer and help White Lodge Centre. I can't wait to see Chesney's face when I reveal the nature of his challenge!"

Pop star Nik Kershaw and newly solo Kevin Simm have signed up for a night of music and merriment alongside Chesney.

Also supporting Chesney on the night will be singer/ songwriter Eliza Wrenpain and Oasish.

Comedian and best-selling author Tony Hawks is set to bring his indomitable wit and comic genius to the role of Christmas Cracker host. 

Tony will endeavour to keep the gaggle of mischievous musicians running on time and will be on hand to keep the audience in fine festive spirit in-between acts.

Chesney's Challenge

Last Christmas Chesney shaved off his infamous mullet for £1000 to raise much- needed funds for the White Lodge Centre, based in Chertsey.

And this year he's looking for another challenge, so send in your suggestions here:

The best 10 challenge ideas will be posted on the White Lodge website where visitors can vote for their favourite challenge. The winning challenge will be revealed to Chesney by Kirsty on the night.

Chesney says: "To say I'm worried is an understatement. But I can't argue as last year's challenge raised £1000 - one day's running costs for White Lodge Centre."