Saturday, 4th March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Social media snaps have captured chickens, donkeys and their family dogs, with one photograph even showing a sheep in his utility room. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. ", One of his followers was quick to express their sadness at the news, commenting: "Nooooo please make more we've loved it. He and his family moved back to Durham to help his mother Janice and father Mike run the family farm after his mum was seriously injured. Matt Baker and his wife share exciting family news Matt Baker - Wikipedia TV presenter Matt Baker's Our Farm In The Dales will return - Yahoo! Matt Baker returns home to rescue his family farm in Our Farm in the And, of course, youve got to go to the cathedral. Due to his love of animals, even when the wholesome presenter found himself working in London full-time when his TV career took off, he moved to a countryside retreat, a smallholding in the Chilterns, where he brought in a flock of sheep, chickens, dogs and a cat so that it became a small-scale version of the family farm. If you havent seen the first few you can catch up on demand on All4. Matt Baker reveals big family change with wife Nicola | HELLO! ITV Dancing On Ice judge Christopher announced Jayne is out of surgery - and it was a success. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Unfortunately, the farm is not open to members of the public as it is privately owned by the Baker family. 2023 GRV Media Ltd. All Rights Reserved. [citation needed], In the late 1990s, as a drama student at Queen Margaret University College, Edinburgh, Baker worked as an entertainer, and with a 1970s comedy disco-dancing revival show called "Disco Inferno", which toured the north of England. Before you the road winds down to the green ribbon of Weardale and the village of St Johns Chapel. [13], In 2015, Baker along with Mel Giedroyc co-hosted four-part BBC One series The Gift. At the remote hamlet of Langdon Beck, theres a network of footpaths on the river banks and across farmland here if you fancy a stroll. Hope you all enjoy the last one! Matt Baker:This is without doubt the most personal TV show Ive ever made. The Langdon Beck Hotel is a real ale pub that over the years has welcomed many a thirsty and sometimes wet and cold farmer and walker alike. Green valleys, wild moorland, lovely villages and empty beaches let Countryfile presenter Matt Baker share the secrets of his home county, Durham. The 43-year-old from County Durham now continues to host BBC's Countryfile and BBC Sport. The series is a warm, funny,andoftenemotional look at what it takes for aclose-knitfamily,ably assisted byan eclectic mix of animals, to pull together in the face of adversity., Gareth Collett, Executive Producer for Big Circus Media:Saving his family farm is going to be a long project for Matt but hes got some great plans to give the land he grew up on a brilliant future. Matt's parents, including his mother Janice, renovated the farm and kept it going for the family. The characters around here the farmers and the other neighbours are a real close-knit community. She took to Instagram to post: "Its the last Our Farm in the Dales tonight at 9pm on More4! The episode is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. Two beige sofas are positioned around the fireplace, which has a television mounted on the wall overhead. However, we can look to previous seasons for hints as the first series aired in March 2021 and the second lot of episodes aired in October. But where was Our Farm in the Dales filmed? Will Heaven, Deputy Editor of Telegraph Blogs, wrote: "Was this the unearthing of a true Northern lefty? More info. The Durham Dales incorporating Teesdale and Weardale is a peaceful and tranquil landscape of moors, hills, valleys and meandering rivers with small villages and market towns. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. ", GALLERY:Inside the most stylish celebrity kitchens. [22] He is president for Here4Horses.[23]. On a personal note Ive loved getting to know the miniature donkeys.. Television presenter Matt Baker receives a call that leads him to move his wife and two children north to run his family's sheep farm in the Durham hills after his mum had a serious accident Read allTelevision presenter Matt Baker receives a call that leads him to move his wife and two children north to run his family's sheep farm in the Durham hills after his mum had a serious accident.Television presenter Matt Baker receives a call that leads him to move his wife and two children north to run his family's sheep farm in the Durham hills after his mum had a serious accident. The most recent photo he posted was of his cutest new puppies reuniting wrapped in soft white blankets. In 2005, he briefly appeared as himself, as the presenter of Blue Peter, in an episode of sci-fi series Doctor Who, when The Doctor was flicking through television channels. Have something to tell us about this article? DON'T MISSMatt Baker speaks out on 'record breaking' response to new show[INSIGHT]Matt Baker scolds wife Nicola as he addresses problem on farm[VIDEO]Matt Baker in dig at More 4 bosses over scheduling of new series[INSIGHT]. But these are also lovely places, with traditional stone cottages, friendly pubs, village greens and some quirky and old-fashioned shops. During the four episodes, well follow three generations of Bakers round the farmhouse table as they make big decisions for the future of the farm and Matt repairs, reuses and recycles his way through aheftyto do list. Having just finished the second year of a three-year course at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, his future wife's aunt spotted that Blue Peter was looking for a new presenter. The room has skylights in the ceiling and glass doors leading out to the garden. Youre closer to the stars, anyway, so you can see more of them. "Dad rang up and said 'Mum's had a nasty . In October 2009, Baker took part in the reality programme Around the World in 80 Days to raise money for Children in Need. Fans have fallen in love with the feel-good series, with one saying on Twitter: "Loving Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales. The farming is some of the toughest in Britain. Matt also heads to the restoration garage to consider the future of his dad's old Dodge. Express. Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales - Series 3 Episode 4 The 43-year-old Countryfile presenter moved back to the family farm in the Durham Dales with wife Nicola and their two children, Molly, 11, and Luke, 13, after his 65-year-old mum Janice was injured in a farming accident in July last . The 100-acre farm is in the Durham Hills and Baker said it had been an emotional journey returning to support his family. Matt Baker and his wife and kids move to the organic sheep farm where he grew up in the Durham hills to help secure its future, The Bakers call in some local storm-proofing experts to safeguard the farmhouse and Matt takes his dad to see the progress that's been made on his 1946 Dodge, Matt Baker and his wife and kids continue to make the vital changes needed to secure the future of his family's farm in the Durham hills, The Bakers call in some local storm-proofing experts to safeguard the farmhouse, The Bakers transform old bits and pieces into a playground for their pygmy goat herd, Matt starts work on some steps for the paddock and readies the beehives for heather season, Matt begins work on his dream woodland hut and wildlife hideaway, As a blanket of snow falls, the Bakers ensure that the animals are fed and protected, As the worst storm to hit the farm in living memory strikes the Bakers round up the troops, Matt Baker and his family prepare for winter and get ready for an enchanting Christmas at their farm in the Durham hills, Matt Baker takes his mum Janice and dad Mike on some memorable, easy-to-reach excursions around their beloved North East, as they relive old memories and make new ones, The Yorkshire Shepherdess gets stuck into daily life on some of the UK's most extraordinary farms, as she explores the pressures facing the modern farmer and the sheer passion that keeps them going, TV presenter and designer Sarah Moore realises her dream of transforming a derelict relic on the Greek island of Skiathos into a fabulous family foothold, Property expert Sarah Beeny and her family swap London life for a new start on a 220-acre, semi-derelict former dairy farm in Somerset, where they plan to build a modern stately home of their dreams, Katie Price transforms her 19-room vandalised and uninhabitable mansion into a forever home for her family, Pamela leaves her Hollywood life behind and embarks on a huge restoration of her grandma's legacy property on the coast of Vancouver Island, The programme that helps house-hunters find their dream holiday home in the sun. The star left the BBC's The One Show after receiving the news that his mother had been in an accident and needed knee surgery. The heartwarming series touches on an emotional period of his life when he moved his family to Durham to help his parents run the family farm. ", A third posted: "Noooooo, please make more. He has one sister and two half-sisters. 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Now this area is like a magnet for me. ", BBC Beyond Paradise star Jamie Bamber is married to Eastenders actress. Matt made the switch from suburban living to farm life when he decided to help his parents run the 100-acre family farm after his mother was injured in a farm accident. Filming on the farm where I grew up with my whole family has been a wonderful and unique experience.. I feel at my happiest here; its where Im meant to be. Who is Matt Baker? Speaking of filming Channel 4's Our Farm in the Dales, he told The Metro: "We have our own smallholding in the Chilterns, a smaller version of my parents farm, where we have our own chickens and livestock." See production, box office & company info, Mysteries of the Abandoned: Hidden America, The Devil's Confession: The Lost Eichmann Tapes. It feels real. Matt Baker is a British television presenter when not on television, he spends his time outdoors. Matt Baker has opened up on his decision to return to farming full-time after his mother was trampled by sheep. He announced it in an emotional speech to camera where he thanked everyone for their support, especially for the money donated to The Rickshaw Challenges. More 4 Matt Baker: Our Farm on the Dales: Matt's marriage to wife 46 min 21 Apr 2021. Another fan added: "Thankyou for making Our Farm In The Dales, it is restoring my faith in humanity. Following Manford's resignation on 18 November 2010, Baker acted as a guest co-host on the programme. ", READ MORE:Matt Baker 'emotional' as dad's car restarts on Our Farm in the Dales. From St Johns Chapel south along the A689 to Westgate, Eastgate, Stanhope and Wolsingham, theres a real depth to the villages. If you come in spring, the meadows are full of breeding redshanks, lapwings and oystercatchers. Reality Titbit has found all of the details about the Bakers idyllic family farm. Series two begins as lambing season starts and the Bakers have to get straight to work on the family farm. Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales - Series 3: Episode 5 | All 4 One animal that Matt regularly photographs is his dog Bob, who helps in his everyday farming activities. Another family room and dining areadoubled up as a place for Matt's children to study while their schools were closed following the COVID-19 pandemic. He went onto The One Show with co-presenter Alex Jones from 2011 until 2020. Matt Baker: Inside the Countryfile presenter's stunning Durham farm [15], In July 2017, Baker co-presented Wild Alaska Live on BBC One with Steve Backshall and Liz Bonnin. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. September 28, 2021 - 14:35 BST Sharnaz Shahid. Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales - Series 3: Episode 6 | All 4 Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales Series 3 Episode 6 The Bakers call in some local storm-proofing experts to safeguard. Matthew James Baker MBE (born 23 December 1977) is a British television presenter. The farm is privately owned by the family and it seems it is not open to members of the public. The room has a log-burning fire and sofas, with a green bookcase positioned against one wall. Matt lives there with his wife Nicola Mooney and their two children Luke and Molly. His other duties include picking up a flock of ewes and organising an enchanting woodland cookout. When you turn up here, you almost feel like you are interrupting locals lives but thats the magic of it. He hosted alongside Steve Backshall, Liz Bonnin, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Lindsey Chapman. From 2009, he has co-presented BBC One's Countryfile on Sunday evenings. By sharing pictures and videos online, the presenter has given fans a glimpse inside his beautiful countryside farm. In 2003, Baker was a guest on A Song For Europe contest to decide the UK entry to the Eurovision Song Contest, where he announced the scores for the North of England. [citation needed], In 2008, Baker returned to his native North East England to play the role of Caractacus Potts in a production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Sunderland Empire.[19]. When is Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales series 2 on TV and how can I Baking soda cleaning hacks: How to clean oven trays with baking soda, Who owns what fence? The farm is filled with not only animals, but also plants. Channel 4 is yet to confirm Britons are likely to see the third series airs of the farm. In 2016, Baker again provided the BBC commentary on the gymnastic events at the Rio Olympics. Type your email address into the 'sign up box' at the top of this article, click 'subscribe' and you'll receive your first newsletter at the next release. Its full of interesting shops and cafes, and great walks out of town and along the river, perhaps to the eerie ruins of Egglestone Abbey. The former The One Show presenter has a suitably country-style living room and it has a very retro feature. The star has received endless praise for making the selfless move to support his beloved parents. He was one of three main presenters on the final series of the BBC One reality series City Hospital. Matt is married to his childhood sweetheart, Nicola Mooney. The scenery is spectacular. Matt is married to his wife and physiotherapist, Nicola, who he wed back in 2004 and the couple share son Luke and daughter Molly together. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. The series is also unscripted meaning that the small camera crew follow the family as they go about their daily lives. Matt attended Easington Village School, then, when he was aged 10, his parents bought a farm west of Durham, which they moved into and renovated. Baker was born on 23 December 1977 at Easington in County Durham where his father ran a newsagent's shop, [2] and his parents had a smallholding in the village. [5] The couple married at Winston in Teesdale,[3] in 2004[20] and live in Buckinghamshire with their son and daughter. The first season of Matt Baker: Our Farm In The Dales, filmed on the family's organic sheep farm, was More4's biggest commission to date, Channel 4 has said. In this intimate series, Baker returns to his childhood home of Durham to help mother Janice and father Mike. The interaction between the generations of your family is just so heartwarming to watch. Its definitely worth stopping for a wander, and perhaps a coffee at the Rose and Crown.A few miles further on lies Middleton-in-Teesdale, a leafy market town whose streets are lined with handsome stone houses. Matt Baker was also a Torch Bearer for the Olympic Flame as it was carried into Durham City as part of the flame's tour of Great Britain. A Year On Our Farm by Matt Baker is published by Michael Joseph, priced 20. Weve made 6 programmes this time round, picking up where we left off . cant wait for you to see it.". READ MORE:The home improvement that can decrease property value by 4,500. 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[10] He later took over as a permanent presenter on the show, co-hosting with Alex Jones from Monday to Thursday. Well be saying a fond farewell to the puppies as they head to their forever homes. Matt Baker has a 100-acre farm in the Durham Dales which he shows in Our farm In The Dales (Image: INSTAGRAM) However, while away raising money for charity, Matt told how he left his. Baker and his crew were also unable to stay at the farm during the coronavirus pandemic, due to lockdown restrictions. Baker's dog Meg, seen alongside him on the programme from 2000 onwards, left with him. Bookmark. Its not that easy to get to, which you might say is its saving grace. Matt Baker fights back tears on ITV's Lorraine, BBC Breakfast star Charlie Stayt halts show to warn Lenny Henry 'you shouldn't say that', Charlie was hosting BBC Breakfast on Thursday - but warned Lenny: "You really shouldn't say that. [citation needed]. ", Another said: "I love the Baker family! Much as I love the city, though, my heart is in the hills and dales, and Ill soon head back there. ", Matt too confirmed the show was coming to an end, when he took to Instagram to write: "Its the last episode of Our farm in the Dales tonight.. i cant believe how quick its gone..Im so proud of my family and the great team of friends whove helped to create it! [citation needed], Matt's last show on "The One Show" was on Tuesday 31 March 2020, where he wasn't on the couch with co-presenter Alex Jones, but was at home in self isolation. HELLO! Normally, the Countryfile star lives with his wife Nicola and their children Luke and Molly in. Matt is reportedly worth 7million. Since going on to present staple British shows such as Blue Peter and The One Show, Matt also appeared on the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing for series eight in 2010. The presenter also has a separate Instagram account Farm on the hill dedicated to sharing the most adorable pictures of his animals on his 1,000ft above sea level farm. A few miles or so north of Middleton-in-Teesdale lies High Force, an amazing waterfall that you just have to see.Just before the tiny village of Forest-in-Teesdale, the landscape levels off into gently rolling grassy fields dotted with farmhouses. Matt lives in the Hertfordshire with his family and their own farm. Our Farm in the Dales viewers gutted as Matt Baker and wife Nicola make sad announcement. In the opening episode of Our Farm in the Dales, viewers saw Matt faced up to some of the vital changes that needed to be made in order to secure the future of the farm and since then we've seen him and Nicola head to Snowdonia to collect 10 specially selected ewe, before the family looked ahead to lambing season in Wednesday's fourth episode. You can unsubscribe at any time.