Children’s drawings of £20 notes turn into real banknotes. The Three of Diamonds transforms into the Jack of Spades in front of your eyes. These are the types of stunning tricks professional magician Chris Harding performs. Now, the 38-year-old dad from Ashford has reached the pinnacle of his career by winning the top prize in a competition held by the world’s most prestigious magic society. His talent has also led him to meet the likes of Katy Perry, Kate Bush, Cliff Richard – and even King Charles. It’s all a long way from when he first caught the conjuring bug in 1990, receiving a Paul Dani…
