7.viper turned tv presenter - only answer I can think of is Rachel Riley, (viper = adder, mathematician, took over from Carol V. on Countdown)but that is 6,5 not 5,6.
1. He faces the noose in the mornin'
2. He portrayed his parents' marriage
3. Ever so pretty hill dweller
4. His trophy is contested in Kent every April
Any clues or answers to these would be much appreciated!!