The Great British Bake Off: Beloved Channel 4 show looking for bakers in Pontefract for next series

Channel 4 is looking for amateur bakers in Pontefract to take part in the next series of The Great British Bake Off.

Series 17 of the award-winning baking show is currently broadcasting on Channel 4, with the final set to air on Tuesday, November 24.

Now, the search is on for contestants to take part in the next series, which will begin filming in spring 2027.

A spokesperson for Channel 4 said: “Calling amateur home bakers of Pontefract!

"Are you a star baker or know someone who is?

"Applications for The Great British Bake Off series 18 are open!”

Applications are open to all UK residents, including the Isle of Man and Channel Islands.

You must be aged 16 or over by January 1, 2027.

The closing date for applications is 1pm on Friday, December 11.