It’s almost like, with art, you can get away with anything.”So how does she feel when she turns herself into a piece of art? Like a woman named Venus? “No, like Alison. It’s quite difficult to put myself in her shoes – well, she didn’t have any – but I don’t know who she was She did have arms once upon a time and they fell off. So how does she feel about herself without arms? Who knows?”In ‘Strange Little Creatures’, Alison Lapper revisits Chailey Heritage to say goodbye before the bulldozers move in. You can see the programme, which is part of the ‘Over the Edge’ series, at 11.15pm on Wednesday, 15 October, on BBC2.

The Independent and Independent on Sunday are giving you the opportunity to enjoy Sunday lunch at Mezzo. From just pounds 10 you can enjoy a 2 course lunch, or for pounds 17.50 a 2 course dinner. Every Independent diner will also receive a complementary glass of Champagne. The Independent diner who makes the reservation, and all their guests will be able to choose a starter and main course, or main course and desert from the specially prepared Independent menu.

Alternatively, you can have a 3 course lunch for pounds 13.50 or a three course dinner for pounds 21.50. The promotion is available on any Sunday until November 30th.
HOW TO bookPhone Mezzo Downstairs in advance on 0171 314 4000 to make your reservation, identifying yourself as an Independent diner. Pre-booking is essential and all bookings are subject to availability.1. To participate in the offer, simply telephone Mezzo Downstairs direct to make your table reservation, identifying yourself as an Independent diner.