Craig Charles has taken to social media after testing positive for Covid-19 the day before he was supposed to perform at Pub in the Park.

The former Coronation Street and Red Dwarf star, who hosts the Saturday night Funk and Soul Show on BBC Radio 6 Music, posted on Twitter to tell his fans he was feeling unwell.

The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Club were due to perform this afternoon with the 57-year-old saying he is "sorry to let everyone down".

said his "breathing is a bit laboured" which he is worried about.

His Twitter post said: "Okay guys I don’t want to alarm, but I've caught the Covid.

"Breathing is a bit laboured which is a worry, but I’ve got an oxymonitor so so far no hospital.

"Starting to feel a bit better but have to isolate, Sorry to let everyone down. Back soon."

Hundreds of people have wished the DJ is speedy recovery ncluding The Chase's Anne Hegerty who said: "Feel better soon!"

The Pub in the Park haven't confirmed who replace the DJ.