BAKE OFF IS BACK: MEET THE BAKERS ENTERING THE TENT FOR NEW SERIES ON CHANNEL 4

Twelve of the best amateur bakers in Britain whisk, knead, ice, beat and bake their way through classic British cakes, perfect patisserie, sticky caramel constructions and elaborate layered puddings. All Twelve will be hoping to impress with their skill, creativity, knowledge and passion and clinch the Bake off Crown.

Each of the 30 challenges have been carefully designed by judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith to reveal just who is a star baker. Hosts Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond will be with the bakers every step of the way, ready with a pertinent pep talk, a helpful hand or just a sympathetic shoulder to cry on.

THE BAKERS

Nataliia, 32

Office assistant from East Yorkshire

Toby, 29

Business development executive from Warwickshire

Pui Man, 51

Bridal designer from Essex

Tom, 31

Creative entrepreneur from London

Nadia, 41

Hairdresser from Liverpool

Leighton, 59

Software delivery manager from Surrey

Jessika, 32

Service designer from London

Jasmine, 23

Medical student from London

Hassan, 30

Analytical research and development scientist from South Yorkshire

Lesley. 59

Hairdresser from Kent

Aaron, 38

Senier Systems Architect from London

Iain, 29

Software engineer from Belfast

The Great British Bake Off returns Tuesday 2nd September at 8pm on Channel 4.