An Olympic hero was head over heels with joy when she saw this stunning sculpture.

Bronze medal-winning gymnast Beth Tweddle worked with artist Louise Giblin to produce the special body cast.

The Dancing on Ice winner had to stand with her body covered in plaster-filled bandages for an hour while the cast was made.

It was then taken back to Ms Giblin’s studio near Wadhurst where the gold-coloured artwork was completed and revealed.

Ms Giblin said: “Beth was an absolute pleasure to work with, she was so lovely.

“I’m just so glad she was happy with the result.”

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