Former Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory star Julie Dawn Cole will launch Walton’s ISIS Beauty Academy’s open day.

The actor, who starred as Veruca Salt in the original film, will be help the academy celebrate its 5th anniversary at its centre in Walton on Saturday, June 8.

Staff at the academy will demonstrate a variety of beauty treatments and techniques such as nail art, foot and hand massage and Indian head massage.

They will also offer 20 per cent off any courses booked on the day.

Owner and principal of ISIS Beauty Academy Carolyne Cross said her school was dedicated to professional training.

She said: “Our ethos is quality not quantity so our classes are kept small and designed to fit in with students’ lifestyles.”