'I can't wait' - Paralympian and Lancashire Cricket boss Dame Sarah Storey ready for Strictly Come Dancing

The popular BBC dance show Strictly Come Dancing returns to our TV screens this Autumn for what will be its 24th series.

As always a brand new set of dancing celebrities are set to take part and this week more of the glittering line-up was announced.

So far 11 new Strictly Come Dancing stars have been named and whilst none specifically hail from Lancashire, one celebrity is closely linked to our county - Dame Sarah Storey.

The Manchester born cyclist and swimmer is best known for being the most decorated British Paralympian of all time - she has 30 medals, 19 of them gold.

Aside from competing in sport herself, Dame Sarah, who announced her retirement just a month ago, was also appointed President of Lancashire Cricket in 2024 and two years later switched to the role of Chair, which she still holds.

On joining Strictly, Dame Sarah said: “Embarking on a new challenge so soon after stepping down as an athlete is hugely exciting. I have always loved watching Strictly and my daughter Louisa is a very talented dancer, so to be able to learn from the best and hopefully understand even more about her world, is incredibly motivating! I can’t wait to get started!"

But who else will be joining the Lancashire Cricket chair for this year’s competition? Take a look at the Strictly Come Dancing line-up 2026 so far below...

Further celebrities joining the line-up will be announced throughout the summer ahead of the new series airing on BBC One and iPlayer this September.