Pictured: Adrian Chiles and Catherine Tate go public with tender PDA in Los Angeles park as friends say pair are 'very happy together'

By Daily Mail Reporter They've been friends for years, but it now looks Adrian Chiles and Catherine Tate's relationship has blossomed into something more. The former Daybreak presenter and Doctor Who actress were photographed cuddling up to each other during a holiday in America. The couple were spotted indulging in some public displays of attention in a public park in Los Angeles, and at one point Chiles tenderly drew the comedienne in for a long hug as they laid on the grass.

Going public: Adrian Chiles and Catherine Tate, pictured here in 2011, have been spotted hugging in a Los Angeles park

Can't keep my eyes, or hands, or lips off you: The pair were seen locked in a passionate clinch as they relaxed on the grass Wearing a checked dress and sunglasses, Tate looked happy as she strolled through the park - and Adrian seemed pleased as punch with his Californian stroll. Wearing cargo shorts, blue polo shirt and a back pack, he smiled as he was pictured by photographers with his long term friend. The former The One Show star took a swig off his coffee while Tate laid on his lap, and they both seemed relaxed and contented with their PDA.

Chilling out: Catherine was seen resting her head on Adrian's lap as they soaked up the lovely day

Multi-tasking: Chiles was seen sipping a coffee and holding onto Catherine's hand

Close to you: The pair were also seen sitting up and Adrian patted Catherine's back in a tender fashion At one point they embraced, and they were both spotted looking relaxed and happy as they joked around with each other. They were certainly relaxed with each others company, and Chiles was seen sipping his coffee while Tate played with her phone. When they finally had to get up from the ground, Chiles awkwardly stood as he tried to balance his cup of coffee.

Check mate: The comedian had donned a loose-fitting red and white checked dress for the date

More than just good friends: The pair have been pals for years but it appears their relationship has turned romantic

Time to get up? Adrain didn't look like he wanted to move from his comfortable spot A friend of the pair told The Sun: 'They’re very happy together and love spending time with each other.' Chiles and comedienne Tate have both been spotted together on several occasions, and she also appeared on his popular topical news series That Sunday Night Show. Chiles, who now presents ITV's football coverage, has been single since he split from his wife Jane Garvey in 2008.

Come on you: Catherine encouraged Adrian to get moving

Who'd know they were off the telly: The couple looked very low key as they headed home from the park in Santa Monica

Lazy day: The pair appeared completely relaxed in the other's company The couple married in 1998 and divorced in 2009 - and have two daughters together, 11-year-old Evelyn Katarina and Sian Mary, eight. Catherine split from her partner Twig Clark, a stage manager last year. They have an eight-year-old daughter together, Erin. The actress, who is a regular on the U.S. version of The Office, reportedly enjoyed a brief Take That's Jason Orange in late 2011. Representatives for both Catherine and Adrian have been contacted by the MailOnline for comment.

Friendly: The pair are reported to be happy together source:dailymail