Thoughts on a Sunday? It’s my favourite day of the week, always centred on lunch. As a traditional northern girl, it has to be a roast, even in midsummer. I am a connoisseur. I’ve probably done a recce of every Sunday lunch spot in the country.
What’s your criteria? It’s a real mix. Obviously, the food has to be very good. The atmosphere: relaxed and cosy. My favourite spots are No Fifty Cheyne in Chelsea, the Chequers in Churchill and the Bull in Charlbury.
When you’re not eating? I like to have a relaxing morning and go for a long walk or run. I also like a hot banya sauna where you’re beaten with leaves. It’s the lazy girls’ guide to getting fit, because it’s like having a massage, facial, and running a marathon all in one.
Family time? Always, including, I hope, my daughter, who’s nearly 21 and is busy hand-raising orphaned lion cubs in Kent. We have two sanctuaries which rewild animals back to their natural habitat. It’s the Aspinall Foundation, set up by her grandfather in the 50s.
Sunday booze? I don’t mind a couple of nice glasses of wine in the evening. But I like to keep clear headed to get ready for the week ahead. All the usual boring bits: order my Ocado, get a start on emails, then watch something lovely in the evening.
Ever been recognised by the Ocado delivery man? I think so. They don’t really pay attention when they’re delivering my groceries, especially if it’s to my country house, which is far more interesting because it’s an old converted barn.
Sunday theatre? We do two shows on a Sunday. So my routine now involves a lot of Soho. I’ve got to grips with the local eateries, like Bocca di Lupo, an old Italian favourite right next to the Gielgud.
Donna stars in 2:22 A Ghost Story, at London’s Gielgud Theatre
