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Business Upturn
12 minutes ago
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- Business Upturn
The Great British Bake Off Season 16: Release date, time, cast updates and what to expect
By Aman Shukla Published on August 19, 2025, 20:44 IST Last updated August 19, 2025, 20:45 IST The Great British Bake Off is back for Season 16, bringing cosy vibes, mouthwatering bakes, and a fresh batch of amateur bakers to the iconic tent. Fans are eager to know when the iconic white tent will open its flaps, who's stepping up to the mixing bowl, and what delightful challenges await. Here's a guide to everything known so far about Season 16. Release Date: When Will Season 16 Hit Screens? Season 16 premieres on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 8 PM on Channel 4 in the UK. US fans can catch it as The Great British Baking Show on Netflix starting September 5, 2025, with weekly episodes dropping every Friday. The 10-week season will wrap around early November, with festive specials likely hitting Netflix in late November or early December 2025. Cast Updates: Who's in the Tent? Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond return as hosts, bringing humor and heart to the tent. Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith are back as judges, ready to award handshakes and critique creations. The 12 new bakers, announced on August 19, 2025, bring diverse flavors and stories: Aaron (38, London): Fuses French patisserie with Caribbean and Asian flavors like miso and yuzu. Hassan (30, South Yorkshire): Scientist with a knack for praline and nut-based Asian-inspired sweets. Iain (29, Belfast): Sourdough artist blending fermented fruits and music-inspired designs. Jasmine (23, London): Medical student using fresh, seasonal ingredients for classic bakes. Jessika (32, London): Bold flavors like salted mango caramel, with a Drag King persona. Leighton (59, Surrey): Software manager mixing Welsh and American flavors, like key lime Victoria sponge. Lesley (59, Kent): Hairdresser baking since age 10, serving cake with haircuts. Nadia (41, Liverpool): Rustic bakes with Indian and Italian influences from her chef dad. Nataliia (32, East Yorkshire): Uses Ukrainian-inspired honey and spice in classic British bakes. Pui Man (51, Essex): Bridal designer with bold, beautiful lockdown-inspired creations. Toby (29, Warwickshire): Bread enthusiast baking daily with a healthy, classic twist. Tom (31, London): Creative entrepreneur with beautifully presented scones and flapjacks. What to Expect from Season 16 Season 16 is set to deliver the classic Bake Off formula that fans crave: warmth, humor, creativity, and just the right amount of competition. Expect the usual trio of challenges—Signature, Technical, and Showstopper—spread across themed weeks like Cake Week, Biscuit Week, and Bread Week. The show's producers have hinted at a return to traditional baking, responding to fan feedback about overly complex challenges in past seasons. This means more focus on tried-and-true recipes with room for bakers to add their personal flair, whether it's a Caribbean-inspired sponge or a Scouse-infused pastry. Fans can also look forward to the show's wholesome vibe, with bakers supporting each other through meltdowns and triumphs. Ahmedabad Plane Crash The Great British Bake Off Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Rhyl Journal
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
The Great British Bake Off's return - lineup, how to watch
Who will impress the judges the most when it comes to technical challenges and showstoppers? Here's everything we know about the new series, including the amateur bakers taking part, the judges and presenters, and how to watch all the action unfold. A post shared by The Great British Bake Off (@britishbakeoff) Digital Spy has shared a list of all the bakers who will try their best at a variety of baking tasks: Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond will return to the Bake Off tent for the new series. It's Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith who the contestants will need to impress though, as they will taste and judge every bake from each baker. Recommended reading: The Great British Bake Off confirms exact date it returns with new series Strictly Come Dancing stars announce 'beautiful' engagement with emotional video 22 Kids and Counting stars Sue and Noel Radford's heartfelt marriage 'secret' They'll even decide on who deserves the title of Star Baker throughout the series. The Great British Bake Off will return to our screens in September. Fans of the show can watch the first episode of the latest series on Tuesday, September 2 at 8pm on Channel 4.
Leader Live
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
The Great British Bake Off's return - lineup, how to watch
Who will impress the judges the most when it comes to technical challenges and showstoppers? Here's everything we know about the new series, including the amateur bakers taking part, the judges and presenters, and how to watch all the action unfold. A post shared by The Great British Bake Off (@britishbakeoff) Digital Spy has shared a list of all the bakers who will try their best at a variety of baking tasks: Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond will return to the Bake Off tent for the new series. It's Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith who the contestants will need to impress though, as they will taste and judge every bake from each baker. Recommended reading: The Great British Bake Off confirms exact date it returns with new series Strictly Come Dancing stars announce 'beautiful' engagement with emotional video 22 Kids and Counting stars Sue and Noel Radford's heartfelt marriage 'secret' They'll even decide on who deserves the title of Star Baker throughout the series. The Great British Bake Off will return to our screens in September. Fans of the show can watch the first episode of the latest series on Tuesday, September 2 at 8pm on Channel 4.
Wales Online
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
When is The Great British Bake Off back on Channel 4
When is The Great British Bake Off back on Channel 4 From technical challenges to star bakers, when can we expect to see the fan favourite cooking show back on TV? The latest group of contestants for The Great British Bake Off The summer is drawing to a close, and that can only mean one thing. Everyone's favourite cosy television programmes will returning to our screens very soon. As Autumn approaches, various channels and streaming services announce the return of the popular shows that draw audiences in during the colder months. This includes the likes of Strictly Come Dancing and the most recent announcement of Celebrity Traitors to name a few. Channel 4 has recently announced that The Great British Bake Off will be making its return, with a line up of new contestants. You can find the full list of those competing here. From technical challenges to star bakers, when can we expect to see the fan favourite cooking show back on TV? For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . The show will be returning with its 16th season, and yet again Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond will be at the helm bantering with the contestants. Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith will also be returning to judge the bakers across the series. They made the announcement on social media with the caption, " Bake Off is back.", alongside a picture of the hosts and judges. The series itself will be returning to Channel 4 on Tuesday, September 2 and will run for just over two months, with the final due to take place on Tuesday, November 4. Article continues below J udge Prue commented on the post: "Finally we can shout about it!" Content cannot be displayed without consent Channel 4 have also revealed all 12 contestants who will be competing in this year's competition. Those competing include a roller skating drag king and a bridal designer among others. The Great British Bake Off social media account shared: "Say hello to your new baker besties!" Content cannot be displayed without consent Fans of the show shared their excitement on social media. One person said: "LIFE IS WORTH LIVING AGAIN." Another American fan said: "I love them all already! This American is very much in need of a distraction. God bless the GBBO!" Many previous contestants have welcomed the new bakers to the Bake Off family. This include 2018 winner Dr Rahul Mandal, who said: "Awwww, huge welcome to our bake off family. Good luck for the ride ahead. So looking forward to meet you all." Article continues below The Great British Bake Off will begin on Tuesday September 2 at 8pm on Channel 4.
Irish Examiner
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Roller-skating drag king and bridal designer compete on Great British Bake Off
A roller skating drag king and a bridal designer are among those competing on this year's series of The Great British Bake Off. Twelve bakers, including two hairdressers and a creative entrepreneur, have been announced for series 16 ahead of the return of the baking contest on Channel 4. Drag king and service designer Jessika, who was raised in Cornwall, said she was alone at her friend's house when she got the call to be in the show. The 32-year-old said: 'Seeing the big white tent for the first time was so weird. I've watched the show for years, and entertained the idea that, potentially, maybe, one day, this girl could quite possibly bake up a storm for the judges. 'But it didn't really hit me until I was standing at my workstation, apron on, looking around at the other bakers and thinking, 'Welp, girl, you made it!'' Born in Hong Kong and now living in Essex with her husband and two children is bridal designer Pui Man who rediscovered baking during the covid-19 lockdown. The 51-year-old said she was 'extremely excited' but also 'extremely nervous' about going into the tent. The youngest contestant this year is 23-year-old Edinburgh-born Jasmine, who is living in London while she completes her medical degree. The student, who learnt the basics of bread and cakes through her mother and aunts, said she likes 'using classic flavours and techniques to produce delicious bakes.' Belfast-based Iain, who is a former amateur powerlifter, mixes his love of live music with sourdough, immortalising album cover art on the crusts of his loaves. The 29-year-old software engineer said: 'When I got the call to confirm my place I was in sheer disbelief, I had no idea it would actually happen. 'I thought it was a prank at first, I got a call a few minutes after being told and I thought they were going to tell me they made a mistake and I wasn't actually on the show!' Ukraine-born Nataliia, who moved to the UK just before the war broke out with Russia, is an office assistant who follows traditional recipes that have been handed down through the generations. The east Yorkshire based baker, 32, said: 'My husband secretly sent off my application without telling me, and when he told me that the Bake Off team wanted to speak to me, I was — to put it mildly — shocked. We were at home, and it was the most unexpected phone call.' Noel Fielding, Prue Leith, Alison Hammond, and Paul Hollywood will return as judges and presenters for The Great British Bake Off (Channel 4/PA) Business development executive Toby grew up in the seaside town of Sidmouth and now lives with his girlfriend Syd in Warwickshire with their rescue dog Bex. The 29-year-old said it was surreal to meet hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding and added: 'They were honestly just so friendly and we had a hug and introduced ourselves. I do remember I felt an overwhelming need to be interesting… whether I was successful or not, I'm not sure I want to know.' Also competing are two hairdressers, 59-year-old Lesley, who lives with her partner Mark and two dogs in Kent, and Nadia, 41, from Liverpool, who blends Indian and Italian flavours with Scouse influence. The line-up is completed by senior systems architect Aaron, creative entrepreneur Tom, Welsh software delivery manager Leighton, and analytical research and development scientist Hassan from south Yorkshire. The Great British Bake Off will begin on Tuesday September 2 at 8pm on Channel 4.
