She’s the no-nonsense Governess who strikes fear into the hearts of quiz hopefuls across the nation – but Anne Hegerty outdid herself with a razor-sharp quip that left a plucky Scots contestant red-faced and the studio in hysterics.

In a New Year’s Day episode of ITV’s The Chase that had viewers spitting out their hangover cures, Edinburgh gran Pam, 65, revealed her lavish plans for any winnings – only for Anne to mercilessly mock her for wanting Glastonbury Festival with all the trimmings of a five-star hotel.

“You want to go to Glastonbury with a mattress and a clean loo? Who do you think you are, Adele?” Anne fired, referencing the chart-topping diva’s infamous demands for luxury amid the mud and mayhem of Worthy Farm.

Host Bradley Walsh could barely contain his laughter as the formidable Chaser – known for her deadpan delivery – grinned wickedly, adding even more salt to the wound.

Poor Pam, a retired lecturer and former respiratory nurse with an impressive CV that includes training medics in Hong Kong, had just confessed her dream of splashing out on “a proper mattress, good loos and a bar in the corner where you can get a cocktail” at the iconic festival.

It’s the kind of glamping fantasy many of us secretly harbour – ditching the soggy tents for a bit of comfort while still catching the headline acts – but Anne wasn’t having any of it.

The savage takedown came during Pam’s head-to-head with The Governess, after the Edinburgh native had bagged a respectable £5,000 in her cash builder round.

Despite the ribbing, Anne couldn’t resist a compliment too, praising Pam’s eye-catching blouse covered in colourful dog breeds before smirking: “So I particularly want to get rid of you.”

Classic Hegerty – a mix of charm and cut-throat competitiveness that makes her one of the show’s most beloved (and feared) Chasers.

Pam held her own though, narrowly escaping Anne’s clutches and returning to the team with her £5,000 intact, boosting the pot to £18,000.

She was joined by teammates Bean, Jack and Peter – a lineup that had Anne spotting a cheeky theme straight away.

“Have you noticed Bradley we’ve got a theme?” she quipped to the host. “Peter, Pam – like Peter Pan – and Jack and the Bean(stalk).”

Bradley roared with laughter as Anne delivered the observation with perfect timing, turning the episode into an unintentional pantomime special.

Viewers at home were quick to pile in, with X (formerly Twitter) lighting up like the Glastonbury Pyramid Stage.

One fan wrote: “A panto-themed show? Oh no, it isn’t!” in a hilarious nod to traditional British theatre.

Another chimed: “The producers on The Chase knew exactly what they were doing putting this team together. Genius!”

A third gushed: “Anne’s Adele dig at Pam had me in bits. Who do you think you are, indeed? Savage but brilliant #TheChase”

Of course, not everyone was amused by the luxury festival dreams. Some hardcore Glasto purists branded Pam a “fair-weather festivalgoer”, insisting real fans embrace the mud, porta-loos and £10 pints.

One tweeted: “Glastonbury with a proper mattress and cocktail bar? That’s not camping, that’s cheating! Anne’s right – that’s Adele territory.”

But others defended the Scot, pointing out: “Let the woman dream! At 65, she’s earned a comfy bed after nursing for decades. Go Pam!”

Pam’s backstory only endeared her more to the audience. The bubbly retiree spent nearly 20 years as a respiratory nurse before becoming a lecturer, jetting off to train healthcare pros across the UK and even in Hong Kong.

She’s clearly no stranger to hard work – and after a lifetime of it, who could blame her for fancying a bit of VIP treatment at one of the world’s biggest music festivals?

Glastonbury 2027 (the next one after the traditional fallow year) could have been her moment to shine, rubbing shoulders with the stars while sipping cocktails from a proper bar.

Alas, it wasn’t to be. After Peter was knocked out early, Pam, Bean and Jack pushed through to the Final Chase with a solid 19 correct answers.

They gave Anne a real run for her money, but The Governess caught them with just six seconds left on the clock – leaving the trio to trudge home empty-handed.

No luxury Glamping for Pam, then. Back to reality with no cocktail bar in sight.

Still, the Edinburgh star won hearts with her grace under fire – and that dog-print blouse that’s already sparking fashion envy online.

Fans are calling for her return: “Pam was an absolute legend. Bring her back for a celebrity special!”

Anne, meanwhile, continues her reign of terror on the show. The 66-year-old quiz queen – who has openly battled autism and once revealed how the show saved her from financial ruin – is sharper than ever.

Her Adele jab wasn’t just funny; it was spot-on. The Hello singer famously stays in luxury accommodation near the site, avoiding the commoners’ tents altogether.

Anne’s quick wit has made her a fan favourite, even when she’s dismantling contestants’ dreams.

Bradley Walsh, ever the cheeky host, lapped it all up – his infectious laugh echoing through the studio as Anne landed blow after blow.

The New Year’s Day episode kicked off the latest series with a bang, proving The Chase is still daytime TV gold after all these years.

With its mix of nail-biting tension, quirky contestants and Chaser banter, it’s no wonder millions tune in daily.

And for Pam? She’s gone down in Chase history – not for a massive win, but for a moment of pure telly magic that had the nation chuckling into their leftover mince pies.

As one viewer summed it up: “Pam wanted Glasto glamour, Anne gave her reality. Brutal but brilliant. Happy New Year indeed!”

Here’s hoping 2026 brings Pam some luck – maybe even a ticket to Glastonbury, mattress optional.