The Great British Bake Off 2025 is on the way (orThe Great British Baking Show if you are in the US!) - once again treating us to more cake-related catastrophes and mouthwatering recipes as a new batch of bakers enter the tent all with one mission in mind — impress Paul and Prue enough to win the coveted title of Star Baker, and perhaps with the odd Hollywood handshake added in for good measure.
Each week, the bakers will once again face the regular challenge trinity: the signature, technical and showstopper. Alongside returning themes of Cake, Biscuit, Caramel, Bread, Pastry, Dessert, and Pâtisserie, last year we saw two new weeks: Autumn and 1970s.
But what will this year's series see the bakers cooking up? And who will we be adding to our The Great British Bake Off winners list?
Here is everything you need to know about The Great British Bake Off 2025...
The Great British Bake Off 2025 release date
In the UK, The Great British Bake Off 2025 will start on Tuesday, September 2 at 8 pm on Channel 4. The series will then air at the same time every Tuesday evening.
You can also catch up on past series at Channel4.com.
Bake Off spin-off show, An Extra Slice, is also back in the UK for another series. The show will start on Friday, September 5, at 8 pm on Channel 4. Episodes will then air in the same slot throughout the series and will once again see Jo Brand and Tom Allen chatting with Paul and Prue, along with that week's exiting baker.
Better known in the US as The Great British Baking Show, the new episodes usually roll out weekly on Netflix on Fridays in September. As soon as we have an exact release date, we will update this guide.
The Great British Bake Off 2025 bakers
We now have a complete lineup for this year's show. Here is everyone taking part in the 16th season...
AARON
SENIOR SYSTEMS ARCHITECT, 38, FROM LONDON
Originally from Manchester, Aaron, who lives with boyfriend Anthony, loves adding Caribbean twists to French patisserie and experimenting with Asian flavours. Outside of baking, he enjoys making his own liqueurs, sewing, cycling and lifting weights, and he is teaching himself French while also studying for a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Data Analytics.
HASSAN
ANALYTICAL RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SCIENTIST, 30, FROM SOUTH YORKSHIRE
The chemistry graduate, who tests new drugs in the pharmaceutical industry, uses his scientific prowess in his baking and, along with learning different skills, he likes to research new tastes and recipes, and he frequently includes nutty flavours that are a key element in the sweets from his Pakistani roots. Hassan, who lives with his mum, is a keen gamer and quizzer in his spare time.
IAIN
SOFTWARE ENGINEER, 29, FROM BELFAST
A one-time amateur powerlifter, Iain, who originally comes from Coleraine, lives with girlfriend Dervla and cat Viktor. The music-lover dubs himself ‘Yeastie Boy’ due to his enthusiasm for sourdough and he has fun recreating album cover art in the crusts of his loaves. He is also a fan of pickling and utilises fermented fruit and vegetables to give a new spin to classic flavours in his bakes.
JASMINE
MEDICAL STUDENT, 23, FROM LONDON
Edinburgh-born Jasmine grew up making bread and cakes with her mum and aunts, and batch-baked for family holidays in the Highlands. Now, as respite from her medical studies and hospital placements, she whips up treats using fresh, seasonal ingredients and traditional flavours. She lives with her cousins and is a keen sea-swimmer, half-marathon runner and hockey player.
JESSIKA
SERVICE DESIGNER, 32, FROM LONDON
Jessika was raised in Cornwall, where she and sister used to enjoy eating cake after dance classes, and she loves demonstrating her gymnastics and roller-skating talents when she performs as her colourful Drag King persona. She likes to display her creativity and innovation in her baking by mixing surprising flavours, and she often makes birthday entremets for her friends.
LEIGHTON
SOFTWARE DELIVERY MANAGER, 59, FROM SURREY
Originally from Swansea, Leighton used to play the organ in his local church when he was growing up. Married to Californian Eric, he likes to blend Welsh/British and American influences in his bakes, while he uses his fondness for maths and formulae to create the perfect recipes. He has an Irish Terrier, Cilla, and frequently sings tunes from musical Les Misérables while cooking up a storm!
LESLEY
HAIRDRESSER, 59, FROM KENT
Avid birdwatcher and gardener Lesley, who lives with partner Mark and dogs Norman and Marley, has been baking since she was 10 after being taught by her nanny and auntie. Now, she serves cakes to her hairdressing clients and makes comforting traditional bakes with modern, eye-catching designs. She is eager to inspire her granddaughter, Mabel, to follow in her footsteps.
NADIA
HAIRDRESSER, 41, FROM LIVERPOOL
Ex-personal trainer Nadia has a penchant for fusing Italian and Indian cuisine and was inspired to cook by her dad, an Italian chef. The Scouser lives with partner Daniel and daughters Rosa-Bella and Maria and makes big Sunday feasts for her family. She creates novelty cakes and develops imaginative approaches to classic recipes to suit her rustic and soulful style, and she loves dancing in her kitchen!
NATALIIA
OFFICE ASSISTANT, 32, FROM EAST YORKSHIRE
Economics graduate Nataliia moved from Ukraine four years ago and her family followed on as refugees from the war with Russia. Her grandmother sparked her love of baking and she now uses Ukrainian-inspired ingredients, such as honey and spices, in old-school British bakes. She enjoys running, painting and walking her Ukrainian rescue dog Aria, and she lives with husband Harry and daughter Francesca.
PUI MAN
BRIDAL DESIGNER, 51, FROM ESSEX
Ardent knitter Pui Man, who was born in Hong Kong, lives with her husband and two children, and volunteers to distribute surplus food from supermarkets to her community. She rediscovered the joy of baking in lockdown and has an eye for detail when designing wedding dresses, and brings the same perfectionism to her bakes – and she would love a hug from Paul Hollywood!
TOBY
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE, 29, FROM WARWICKSHIRE
Raised in Sidmouth, Devon, Toby lives with girlfriend Syd and rescue dog Bex, and he has spent the last three years renovating his home. He works for a fitness start-up and has a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, so he tries to bring a simple, healthy take to his bakes, which are based on classic recipes and flavours. Bread is his forte and each day he makes something different.
TOM
CREATIVE ENTREPRENEUR, 31, FROM LONDON
Tom, who has been with his boyfriend for three years, used to work at his own advertising agency, but food is his passion, which he shares with his family, as he learnt to bake with his mum and Danish granny, and he now fishes with his brother and forages for mushrooms and cooks roasts with his dad. He adds creative twists to his bakes and he prides himself on his presentation.
The Great British Bake Off 2025 judges
The Great British Bake Off wouldn't be the same without original judge Paul Hollywood and his famous handshake, and he is back once again for the sixteenth season of the show.
Joining Paul once again is Prue Leith, who has also become a much-loved part of the show since it arrived on Channel 4.
There were fears about Prue's future on the show after she was replaced by Caroline Waldegrave OBE for The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2025, however, it has been confirmed that Prue will be returning for the main show in the autumn.
The Great British Bake Off 2025 hosts
Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond will return to host and encourage the bakers in the Bake Off tent - expect lots of capers, silliness and of course, pep talks from Alison as bakers get the wobbles.
Is there a trailer for The Great British Bake Off 2025?
Yes! And as always, the trailer was well worth the wait. Not only does it show Alison and Noel back in their presenting roles, but it also confirms that Paul and Prue will be back as judges. Paul can be seen in his human form, while Prue appears as the sunshine and Noel and Alison can be seen in animated form.
You can watch the trailer in full below...
Who won The Great British Bake Off 2024?
Georgie was crowned winner of The Great British Bake Off 2024 after narrowly beating Christiaan de Vries and Dylan Bachelet in the final. The trio made a batch of sweet and a batch of savoury scones for the signature, while the final's technical challenge involved them making an afternoon tea.
For the showstopper, the three finalists whipped up a hanging tiered celebration cake that would be suitable as a centrepiece for a summer garden party. While Dylan and Christiaan both created amazing cakes, Georgie pipped them to the post with her classic British flavours and amazing 'English Garden' design.
Speaking of winner Georgie said: "Oh my gosh being the first Welsh baker in the final was a massive achievement in itself, so to have won it is just the best feeling in the world. There were times in the series I thought I might be going home. The fact that I did it for Wales was amazing, and I had massive support throughout from Wales. I hope I have done them proud."
Behind the scenes and more on The Great British Bake Off 2025
The Great British Bake Off is filmed in a beautiful part of the Berkshire countryside called Welford Park, where the white marquee is positioned amongst trees, a beautiful manicured lawn and local wildlife.
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