Here's the first official picture of Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson and Lesley Joseph on location abroad, filming for the new Birds Of A Feather Christmas special.

It's been revealed that the forthcoming episode will see Sharon, Tracey and Dorien visiting Malta. ITV says: "Expect guest stars, stunts and lots of surprises....will the ladies get back to Chigwell in time for Christmas?!"

Filming the special has been tough work for Lesley Joseph, as she is also still in training for this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing. Her dance partner Anton Du Beke is currently with her in Malta so they can keep practicing. ITV says: "If she's not been in leopard skin and heels as Dorien, she's been practising this Saturday's dance routine with Anton."

The feature length Birds Of A Feather special will air on ITV in December.