Margate's most famous daughter, Tracey Emin, has been delving into her family history for a BBC documentary.

The 48-year-old will feature in the last episode of the current series of Who Do You Think You Are, which airs on Wednesday nights on BBC1.

The programme helps celebrities to trace their family trees and many are surprised by the revelations uncovered by the show’s professional researchers.

Although programme-makers keep specific details close to their chests before transmission, it has been described as follows: "Tracey Emin’s exploration of her family heritage leads to some surprising and sometimes unwelcome discoveries including stories of hardship and hard labour.

"Tracey is relieved at least to discover that her family history is far from ordinary."

The programme is now in its eighth series, and there are 11 international versions.

Who Do You Think You Are – Tracey Emin is scheduled to be shown on Wednesday, October 12, on BBC1 at 9pm.