Prior to this, Matt presented the children's TV show Blue Peter from 1999 to 2005. Such a genuine family and all the lovely four-legged friends as well. 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 . In March 2007, and again in 2008, Baker co-presented coverage of Crufts. The most recent photo he posted was of his cutest new puppies reuniting wrapped in soft white blankets. 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. In his TV series,. As part of the celebration for London's winning bid to host the 2012 Olympics, Baker co-hosted the London 2012 party with Claudia Winkleman on 24 August 2008, after the closing ceremony of the Beijing Olympics. He said he did not want to feel like a presenter this time around, and instead wanted viewers to feel like they were simply joining him on his farm. She took to Instagram to post: "Its the last Our Farm in the Dales tonight at 9pm on More4! [3] He continued his education at Belmont Comprehensive School in Durham and was a budding gymnast, but was forced to give up after being diagnosed with anaemia aged 14. Its such a good programme. [15], In July 2017, Baker co-presented Wild Alaska Live on BBC One with Steve Backshall and Liz Bonnin. [2][5][6], Baker wanted to become a physiotherapist, but did not achieve the necessary academic standards. Matt Baker, pictured here on BBC's Countryfile, grew up with a small farm and has gone onto have a family farm of his own. The 100-acre farm is in the Durham Hills and Baker said it had been an emotional journey returning to support his family. Determined to keep farming, the Bakers knew they had to make some changes. By taking these embed codes you are agreeing to the terms and conditions. hopefully you can join us on more 4 at 9pm for the last instalment of new beginnings. Baker said the main aim of the series was to provide a sense of escapism and he wanted fans to enjoy meeting his family. The family farm is a few miles west of Durham, at the gateway to the Durham Dales. Just as well - because it's not easy living up here. "We live a life thats up and down the whole time anyway I am a northerner through and through and the Durham Dales, where I grew up, are like a magnet; I cant stay away. [4] He took A-levels in Drama, Biology and Sports Science at Durham Sixth Form Centre. But where was Our Farm in the Dales filmed? But just for the record, Barnard Castle the southern gateway to Teesdale is an hour and 20 minutes from Leeds, or a couple of hours from Manchester so its not that far away, really. Matt and his family are currently appearing together on Channel 4's Our Farm in the Dales. If your living room is smaller than you like, there are many easy ways to give the illusion of more space without the need for a dramatic and Helen Skelton wowed both judges and the public on Friday night with her incredible performance of a Fosse-inspired routine on Strictly Come Matt Baker home: Countryfile's Matt lives with his wife Nicola Mooney and their two children in a Hertfordshire farmhouse look inside. More info. I feel at my happiest here; its where Im meant to be. When its night time, for example, the place takes on a whole different feeling. Last summer, Matt received a call that would lead him to move his wife and two children north to run the farm. The episode is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. Please note terms and conditions apply, and are accessible via the link at the bottom of the page. Series 2 Episode 1. In early 2011, he was also elected as the president for the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs. [16], In 2010, Baker participated in the eighth series of Strictly Come Dancing, where he was partnered with professional ballroom dancer Aliona Vilani,[6] finishing in second place to the winners Kara Tointon and Artem Chigvintsev in the final. ", A third posted: "Noooooo, please make more. "We live a life thats up and down the whole time anyway I am a northerner through and through and the Durham Dales, where I grew up, are like a magnet; I cant stay away.". A Year On Our Farm by Matt Baker is published by Michael Joseph, priced 20. [11], On 4 December 2019, Baker announced on The One Show that he would be leaving in the spring of 2020. EPISODE 1. 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. [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. He was forced to stop his gymnastics ambition after being diagnosed with anaemia at the age of 14. He also has hopes of increasing biodiversity in the woodland, and Farrier John pays the donkeys a visit. Its the huge open spaces, and the peace, that I love. Our Farm in the Dales is coming back. Here, speaking to The Big Issue for his Letter To My Younger Self, he explains just how much of a privilege growing up in that environment was.. Matt has previously appearedon The One Show from his living room, where he has embraced the country theme through his dcor, including framed bird artwork hanging on the walls and cushions embroidered with pheasants. The star has received endless praise for making the selfless move to support his beloved parents. ", BBC Beyond Paradise star Jamie Bamber is married to Eastenders actress. 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. The family farm is a few miles west of Durham, at the gateway to the Durham Dales. The whole area is a hidden gem. You can unsubscribe at any time. The interaction between the generations of your family is just so heartwarming to watch. In his latest series Our Farm in the Dales the country boy turned presenter moves back to his family's farm in the Durham hills to help secure its future.. The 42-year-old broadcaster was busy over lockdown renovating his incredible Durham farm. The A689 brings you eventually to Durham city, the end of our road trip. Matt Baker with mum and dad, Janice and Mike (Image: Channel 4) Group 28 Get the latest County Durham news and updates delivered straight to your inbox - sign up for free email updates Photos from Matts Instagram account reveals a snapshot of just how large the farm is, with greenery stretching as far as the eye could see. Save 64% off the shop price and pay just 2 per issue! The former Blue Peter and One Show presenter, from County Durham, has a family farm in the Durham Dales . Matt Baker returned to live on his family farm in Durham after his mum suffered an accident. Filming on the farm where I grew up with my whole family has been a wonderful and unique experience. [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. There were all these southerners Id never experienced people like that before. He had to hire a local bed and breakfast for his family and the crew to stay in while they filmed the series. He averaged around 60 miles per day, raising well over 1.5 million for the charity. The former The One Show presenter has a suitably country-style living room and it has a very retro feature. 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. As you wind your way up Teesdale, youll go through a string of lovely towns and villages. 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. 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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. Lots of changes have been made to the Durham farm to make . Social media snaps have captured chickens, donkeys and their family dogs, with one photograph even showing a sheep in his utility room. The first series was a major success for Channel 4's sister channel More4, quickly becoming the channel's most successful new commission. Channel 5 Our Yorkshire Farm: Who will run Ravenseat Farm when Amanda and Clive Owen leave? 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[14] From Langdon Beck, the road to Weardale winds steeply up to a moorland ridge. The farm is filled with not only animals, but also plants. 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After calling into the Editor's office direct, Baker put together a showreel with footage in the farmyard; reading a story; and riding a unicycle. Have something to tell us about this article? Hope you all enjoy the last one! As a young lad growing up, it felt very cosmopolitan. ITV Dancing On Ice judge Christopher announced Jayne is out of surgery - and it was a success. Its so beautiful; its so still. [citation needed]. ", GALLERY:Inside the most stylish celebrity kitchens. GRV Media Ltd, 18 Mulberry Avenue, Widnes. From the castle, the old stone bridge over the Tees leads you to the Middleton road (B6277). When it feels right, get out of the car and go for a walk (so youll need a good map, such as the Ordnance Survey OL 31). Fans of new More4 show Our Farm in the Dales were left devastated this week after Matt Baker and his wife Nicola made a sad announcement before the latest episode. When Michael called Matt and informed him that his mum had been involved in an accident on their farm, he immediately decided to relocate to the farm to assist his parents. [17] Baker and Vilani also participated in the 2011 Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour. Matt and his family live in the Chilterns and have their own smallholding. 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. He said he had never considered putting his family in the spotlight before as he wanted to be the one overseeing the whole process. See inside Matt's country property where he has sheep, chicken, dogs and donkeys, GALLERY: The One Show stars' homes you need to see. The series is also unscripted meaning that the small camera crew follow the family as they go about their daily lives. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. I was 16 when the world of drama entered into . Well done @deborahddnntt and @Channel4 @More4Tweets". Championing traditional craft and heritage skills along the way, Matt will callonthe services of local expertsand friendsto help the family out and heeven finds the time to save his Dads 1946 Dodge car thats been left in a field for 20 years. 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. You can see from the top edge of the Yorkshire Dales above Richmond to the distant Greta Valley the Pennine pass where the A66 crosses and north to the high land of County Durham: Hamsterley Forest, Pikeston Fell, Monks Moor, Five Pikes. Star Matt Baker See production, box office & company info Add to Watchlist 4 User reviews Episodes 12 Browse episodes 3 seasons 2 years Photos Add photo They have a smallholding, with Matt sharing pictures of sheep, donkeys and chickens on his Instagram account. Matt Baker and his wife embarked on a new venture shortly after the TV presenter left The One Show during . Baker left Blue Peter at the end of its 200506 series;[8] his last live show was broadcast on 26 June. Matt cares for a wide range of animals on his farm. Well be saying a fond farewell to the puppies as they head to their forever homes. Matt's parents farm which is in the Durham Dales, near to Lanchester appeared in More4's Our Farm in the Dales (2021).
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