Phyllis Logan quotes:

'Downton Abbey' about upper-class posh people: of course it is.

Downton Abbey' about upper-class posh people: of course it is.

Normally I will have five or six cups of tea a day, and if I can have them poured from a teapot, then all the better. I think tea tastes so much nicer from a pot.

If you find yourself caring for a relative with dementia, the chances are you'll need help.

I am not much of a TV addict, and if I have a day off, and I'm pottering around at home, I will always listen to Radio 4.

I spend long days wearing a corset - but no pain, no gain.

When I go out, I love to put on mascara and lipstick, but I simply don't have time for leisurely facials and treatments. Going to the beauticians is not a priority for me, as when I'm off work, there is always so much catching up in the house to do.

I don't think you can underestimate how much carers need some support.

It's great playing a mature character. It adds something.

I think everyone knows someone who's battling with dementia or caring for a relative affected by it. I've been staggered by how commonplace it is.

It's true as a woman, particularly: the older you get, the parts get thinner on the ground and not quite as interesting, that's for sure.

I suppose middle-aged love is interesting for middle-aged people.