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Zara Woodcock

EastEnders cast head to quaint Essex pub to celebrate Natalie Cassidy’s 40th birthday

A large group of the EastEnders cast got together at a quaint Essex pub to celebrate co-star Natalie Cassidy's 40th birthday.

Jessie Wallace, Dean Gaffney, Lacey Turner and Shona McGarty were among the stars out in town on Saturday night.

Daniella Harold and Gillian Taylforth also joined the stars, with the group looking in great spirits as they celebrated their pal's big day.

The stars danced the night away and even took part in boozy karaoke before heading home in the early hours of the morning.

Natalie's fiancé Marc Humphreys joined in on the fun and, at one point, the others had to help carry him out of the pub.

Natalie celebrated her 40th birthday with her co-stars (UniquePictures.co.uk)
Lacey Turner was among the guests (UniquePictures.co.uk)

The Sonia Fowler actor looked relaxed as she rocked a white blazer with matching wide-legged trousers. She completed the look with a black Chanel handbag.

Jessie and Shona arrived hours before with a few presents as well as a bouquet of white roses.

Jessie looked gorgeous in a light pink jumper and a pleated silver skirt. She added a few gold necklaces and rocked a pair of silver earrings to elevate the look.

The stars had a blast singing karaoke (UniquePictures.co.uk)
They also danced the night away before heading home (UniquePictures.co.uk)

Shona opted for a body suit with a white blazer while pal Lacey went for a summer look in a green floral dress and a denim jacket.

Before heading to the pub, Natalie took to her Instagram Stories to write: "Ready to party with this amazing human [Marc]. Thank you for the best few weeks and today is the big one."

Jamie Borthwick, who was among the guest, also wished her a happy birthday on his social media page.

Danielle rocked a black jumpsuit (UniquePictures.co.uk)
Jessie rocked a casual light pink jumper (UniquePictures.co.uk)

"Here come the gyal! Happy birthday Sonia love ya," he wrote.

Natalie has been celebrating her birthday for a few weeks as she recently returned from a trip to Ireland.

She and Marc had a wholesome and quiet time in Killarney as they enjoyed the countryside and local pubs.

The stars spent a few hours at a small Essex pub (UniquePictures.co.uk)
Friends even wished Natalie a happy birthday on Instagram (UniquePictures.co.uk)

"What a weekend," she wrote earlier this month on Instagram.

"Killarney you were INCREDIBLE. Thank you to @aghadoeheights for the incredible hospitality and wonderful views. Siobhan- (2nd pic) was amazing. As was Brendan the concierge- gutted I’ve not a photo with him.

"Family and respect is everything there. Music is in their hearts and they love their country. We will be back very soon.

"Shout out to @mrsaoifehutton for all your recommendations. The best weekend to kick off my 40th celebrations. Me and Marc loved every second of it. @j.m_reidys was the best pub in town."

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