AJ PRITCHARD and Saffron Barker have waltzed their way through another week of Strictly Come Dancing.

AJ, and his celebrity dance partner, Youtube star, Saffron, have managed to secure their spot in this Saturday’s broadcast of the BBC One show, which will stream live from Blackpool’s Tower Ballroom.

Dressed to impress, the pair were met with a standing ovation from the Strictly judges and audience for their week-eight Waltz to Elton John’s Your Song.

Typically-tough judge, Craig Revel Horwood, praised the professional dancer for his part in the performance.

“AJ who’s a clever cherub darling,” said Craig. “Gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous.”

Judge Shirley Ballas, echoed the praise for the Whitchurch star by saying: “Oh my goodness AJ, you must be a miracle worker because this was everything.

“You ticked all boxes and made everything look easy. Congratulations.”

Motsi Mabuse added: “I have to say, this is my first season here and that was the best dance I’ve seen on my first year of Strictly.

“Thank you so so much, that was beautiful.”

And Bruno was confident that the pair would secure their space in Blackpool in week nine.

“I was swept away in a ballroom dream," said Bruno. "Really it was a dance of the highest quality.

“This I am sure, will guarantee you a first class ticket to Blackpool.”

Getting three 10s and a nine, the pair managed to scoop 39 points, just one point off a best possible score of 40.

“You’re back on top of the leaderboard,” said presenter, Claudia Winkleman. “And this is your best score yet.”