Denise Van Outen joins boyfriend Eddie Boxshall and Dancing On Ice partner Matt Evers for a dog walk

She is set to appear in the upcoming series of Dancing In Ice in 2021.

And Denise Van Outen looked in great spirits as she enjoyed a dog walk with boyfriend Eddie Boxshall and her live-in DOI skate partner Matt Evers in Essex on Sunday.

The TV personality, 46, cut a chic figure in a leopard print coat as she cuddled up to new puppy Remy during a winter stroll with the boys.

Lovely: Denise Van Outen looked in great spirits as she enjoyed a dog walk with boyfriend Eddie Boxshall and her live-in DOI skate partner Matt Evers in Essex on Sunday

Denise teamed her stylish coat with a black baker boy cap, keeping warm with black leggings and black lace-up boots.

The star tied her platinum blonde tresses into pigtails beneath her cap, while she added a minimal palette of make-up to her face.

Ice skater Matt, 44, meanwhile kept things casual in a green camouflage padded jacket, which he teamed with blue jeans, black wellington boots and a grey hat.

While Eddie, 46, also kept his look low-key, donning a khaki jacket, dark jeans and black shoes.

Winter style: The TV personality, 46, cut a chic figure in a leopard print coat as she cuddled up to new puppy Remy during a winter stroll with the boys

The group all seemed to be having a great time as they doted on pooches Tilly and Remy during the chilly stroll.

Matt moved in with Denise, her daughter Betsy, 10, and her partner Eddie at the start of lockdown so they could be in the same isolation bubble together while training for the show.

Britain’s second lockdown has made training for the show ‘tricky’ however, as most ice rinks are closed, so Denise and Matt have been using ITV’s studio rink.

Glamour: Denise teamed her stylish coat with a black baker boy cap, keeping warm with black leggings and black lace-up boots

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Cosy group: Ice skater Matt, 44, meanwhile kept things casual in a green camouflage padded jacket, which he teamed with blue jeans, black wellington boots and a grey hat

Out and about: The group all seemed to be having a great time as they doted on pooches Tilly and Remy during the chilly stroll

However there are restrictions in place around its use so they can only have it for a few hours a day.

Although she had classical dance training as a child, Denise has found skating more difficult than she had anticipated.

The star thought she would pick things up quickly but admitted she struggled to master even some of the more basic moves.

Denise recently cited her daughter Betsy as the reason she wouldn’t be taking too many risks on the ice.

Needs must: Matt moved in with Denise, her daughter Betsy, 10, and her partner Eddie at the start of lockdown so they could be in the same isolation bubble together while training for the show

Family: Speaking to The Sunday Mirror’s Notebook Magazine, Denise cited her daughter Betsy, eight, as the reason she wouldn’t be making any death-defying moves on the ice

The star shares her daughter Betsy with her ex-husband Lee Mead, who she was married to from 2009 to 2013.

Speaking to The Sunday Mirror’s Notebook Magazine, Denise said: ‘I won’t take any risks on the ice for my daughter’s sake.’

One of the show’s most nail biting moves is the headbanger, where a skater is swung around with their head being raised and lowered, often dangerously close to the ice.

The star will be competing against the likes of Myleene Klass, Billie Faiers, and Rebekah Vardy on the new series.

Dancing On Ice 2021: Who are the celebrities?

MYLEENE KLASS

Age: 42

Profession: Musician and radio host

Myleene says: ‘My girls have always wanted me to do this but I’ve always been too scared someone will skate over my fingers!’

JASON DONOVAN

Age: 52

Profession: Actor and singer, best know for playing Scott Robinson in Neighbours

Jason says: ‘To be able to learn a skill and spend some time focused is quite exciting, and I’m looking forward to seeing you guys.’

FAYE BROOKES

Age: 33

Profession: Actress best known for her role as Kate Connor in Coronation Street

Faye says: ‘I’m so excited! The producers get to know you and this is the first time I think people are just going to see me, not being a character… Just being me – Faye!’

COLIN JACKSON

Age: 53

Profession: Former sprint and hurdling athlete, who has since carved out a career as a TV personality

Colin says: ‘You go out there, you enjoy yourself and you learn a new skill and to hone the skill of skating will just be a huge, huge plus. I’m looking forward to it.’

REBEKAH VARDY

Age: 38

Profession: TV personality

Rebekah says: ‘I’m really looking forward to getting my teeth into that. I’m going to give my 100% effort for it all.’

RUFUS HOUND

Age: 41

Profession: Comedian

Rufus says: ‘I’m doing it for the money. I don’t know if you’ve heard but about six months ago this global pandemic hit and made just about everything I’ve ever done to earn a pound note disappear!’

DENISE VAN OUTEN

Age: 46

Profession: Performer and presenter, best known for The Big Breakfast

Denise says: ‘I’m really excited. Finally, I get to tell people. I’ve kept this a secret from most of my friends and family. Betsy [her daughter] doesn’t even know….’

SONNY JAY

Age: 27

Profession: Singer and radio presenter, best known for his daily Breakfast Show on Capital Radio

Sonny says: ‘I don’t want to fall over, not in front of the nation. I don’t want to be a meme the next day!’

JOE-WARREN PLANT

Age: 18

Profession: Actor best known for his role as Jacob Gallagher in Emmerdale

Joe-Warren says: ‘I’m super excited. I’m glad I have the time off Emmerdale to really focus on training…’

GRAHAM BELL

Age: 54

Profession: Former Olympic skier, who is also a TV presenter, adventurer and journalist

Graham says: ‘Ice doesn’t scare me, it’s the dancing… [My experience was confined to] ‘dancing on tables, wearing ski boots in après ski. It’s not graceful and elegant!’

LADY LESHURR