Zoe Benson

She will go on to the final at Victoria Square on September 13 where she will compete against 16 other finalists from heats that will take place across the country over the coming weeks.

What do you like doing on your day off?

I go to the gym as often as I can or I love going shopping. I’m really into fashion so any chance I get I head to the shops.

If you were to choose your favourite meal what would it be, where and why?

I love spicy food so I have to say Nando’s chicken.

What has been your proudest moment?

I was chosen as part of the heads girl’s team in 6th form. It was great to know people had voted for me.

What was the most frightening moment of your life?

It has to be doing my A levels just because it means so much. I get my results in August so fingers crossed!

How would you describe your taste in clothes?

Girly, trendy and a bit different.

What would you do if you won a million pounds?

Go on a very long holiday somewhere exotic. If I were that lucky I would have to give some to charity too to share some of that luck around.

What music do you like?

I listen to loads of stuff I don’t stick to one genre. I like bands but I also listen to a lot of chart stuff also.

What sports person do you most admire?

David Beckham because of everything he does and his balance between his work and his family. He seems like such a nice family man.

Describe your best ever holiday. What would your dream holiday be?

I went to Portugal and swam with dolphins. I had always wanted to do that so the experience was amazing! My dream holiday would be to drive across America, definitely stopping in New York for some shopping!

What is your greatest remaining ambition?

I would love to work in marketing for a fashion brand. Working for a local brand like Exhibit would be great.

If you could spend a day with a celebrity whom would you choose?

Jamie from Made in Chelsea. He seems pretty fun and I could eat loads of his Candy Kitten sweets!

If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want with you?

Food, a bed and my best friend Lisa

Favourite things

Car: Mini

Film: Remember me

Comedian: Alan Carr

CD: Alt-J – An Awesome Wave

Book: The Fault in our Stars by John Green

Actor: Robert Pattison

Actress: Amanda Seyfried

Drink: Water, I like to stay hydrated.