Victoria Wood picks up Chortle award

Victoria Wood took home the 'Outstanding Contribution' gong from last night's 2011 Chortle Awards.

The Dinnerladies star was handed the accolade by friend Richard E Grant at the end of last night's show.

Other winners at the event, which was voted for by readers of the comedy website, included Michael McIntyre who won the 'Best TV and Radio' title and Richard Herring, who took home the 'Best Internet' award.

Guests at the London event included Stuart Baggs, James May and Paul Daniels.

The full list of Cortle winners:

Best Newcomer: Diane Spencer

Breakthrough Act: The Boy With Tape On His Face

Best Headliner: Milton Jones

Best Compere: Stephen Grant

Character or Sketch act: Late Night Gimp Fight

Music Or Variety Act: Tim Minchin

Best Show: Kevin Eldon Is Titting About

Best Tour: Tim Minchin and his orchestra

TV and Radio: Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Best DVD: Stewart Lee: If You Want A Milder Comedian, Please Ask For One

Internet Award: Richard Herring: As It Occurs To Me

Award for Innovation: Invisible Dot

Offstage Contribution: Karen Koren of the Gilded Balloon, Edinburgh

Judges’ Award: Chris Sievey for Frank Sidebottom

Outstanding Contribution to Comedy: Victoria Wood