The Great British Bake Off will serve up the first slice of series 16 in just a matter of hours. The long wait is almost over, and it is all so exciting.
Channel 4 has confirmed what time the iconic cooking show will be on TV tonight (September 2). It will start at the same time each week throughout the autumn.
The cast of series 16 was revealed by the broadcaster last month, and they will be heading into the tent dreaming of glory. One of the bakers is hoping to secure a “show first” and make Bake Off history this year.
Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith will be casting their discerning eyes over the latest batch of contestants. Remind yourself of who won last year’s edition - and how fan favourite Dylan reacted.
Meet the 12 bakers who are competing on the show this year. Learn where they are from and what to expect.
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5. Nadia - Liverpool
41-year-old Nadia is a hairdresser from Liverpool and she was the fifth baker to leave the tent. Blending Indian and Italian flavours with Scouse spirit, Nadia is a chatterbox bringing warmth and laughter into to every room. For her, baking is all about heart, heritage, and keeping joy at the centre of it all. | Channel 4 Photo: Channel 4
6. Nataliia - East Yorkshire - eliminated
Born in Ukraine, 32-year-old office assistant Nataliia was taught to bake by her grandmother, following traditional recipes that have been handed down through the generations. An economics graduate with an artistic streak, Nataliia loves painting, running, and countryside walks with her Ukrainian rescue dog Aria. She was the sixth baker to leave the Bake Off tent. | Channel 4 Photo: Channel 4
7. Lesley - Kent - eliminated
59-year-old Lesley from Kent is part of the cast for GBBO in 2025. She has been a hairdresser for 45 years and the clients that come to her salon always expect a lovely slice of cake along with their trim. For her, baking is all about comfort, creativity and making people smile, especially when it’s served with a cuppa and a chat. Lesley was the seventh baker to leave the tent. | Channel 4 Photo: Channel 4
8. Iain - Belfast - eliminated
29=year-old Iain is part of the line-up for Great British Bake Off 2025. Originally from Coleraine, Iain lives in Belfast with his girlfriend Dervla and their cat, Viktor. A software engineer Iain is a self-proclaimed "Yeastie Boy". He was the eighth baker to leave the tent, exiting in the quarter-final | Channel 4 Photo: Channel 4