Every day we speak to some of the most interesting people in Burton and South Derbyshire about what they enjoy doing in their spare time, their passions and what makes them tick. Today, Carol Wyer has lifted the lid on why she would like to have Sir Roger Moore over for dinner and why Marmite and cheese sandwiches make the perfect snack.

Favourite film or TV series?

I loved Dexter when it was on although it got a little too far-fetched for me in the final season.

Favourite takeaway?

I don't eat takeaways but I do have a penchant for Italian food so anything with pasta, please.

Tell us one thing no-one knows about you?

Most of my life is out there in cyberland so there is not much to tell you. I was once was a magician's assistant. I had to stand in for his usual assistant for a TV audition, and was chosen because I could speak several languages and could translate for him. It was a live performance in front of a crowd and television people. It went well until I got tangled up in his magic hoops and fell over on stage.

What is your ultimate ambition in life?

I love writing. It is my passion but I would be over the moon if I could have my series of DI Robyn Carter novels turned into TV dramas. So, I would like to become a household name, entertain millions and keep writing.

Pet hates?

Toe-nail picking. Need I say any more?

What is your favourite song?

Mr Blue Sky by ELO. It always lifts my spirits.

Marmite? Love it or hate it?

Love it! I especially love it in a sandwich with cheese. How disgusting am I?

What is your worst habit?

Some would say it is being horrendously cheerful at pretty much any time of the day. I can be quite irritating.

What was your first car?

A Peugeot 205 Junior. However, I didn't like the denim seats in it so I had them replaced with grey ones!

If you could make a law, what would it be?

I agonised over this question, however, and I base this purely on my own ability, I think all drivers should be retested or have refresher course every five years.


I have been most fortunate to have travelled a fair amount. I always wanted to go to the Galapagos Islands and see the ancient wildlife there but I'm aware of the impact tourism is having on seas and our ecosystems, so I will happily settle for watching documentaries about it on television.


I'm a lousy cook so can I go out to dinner instead? I would invite John Cleese because the man is a legend and I have watched every episode of Fawlty Towers hundreds of times. Surely, he would keep the conversation going.

Roger Moore. Although famous for his roles in The Saint and as 007, Roger Moore could also chat merrily about Monaco (a place I love) where he lived in later life.

Bill Bailey. He cracks me up and is very quick-witted.

Agatha Christie. What a fascinating life she had! I would be glued to her tales for hours.

What would you do if you won the lottery?

Buy a cottage far from the madding crowd with a view of the sea where I could go and write in peace. If I won big - I'd buy an entire island!