[11], On 4 December 2019, Baker announced on The One Show that he would be leaving in the spring of 2020. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. [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. ", One of his followers was quick to express their sadness at the news, commenting: "Nooooo please make more we've loved it. He went onto The One Show with co-presenter Alex Jones from 2011 until 2020. 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. 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. 2-min read. The first series was a major success for Channel 4's sister channel More4, quickly becoming the channel's most successful new commission. Matt is married to his childhood sweetheart, Nicola Mooney. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. You can unsubscribe at any time. Its a small city though it didnt feel it then of bridges crisscrossing the river Wear, narrow cobbled streets, elegant houses and spectacular views out to the countryside beyond. By taking these embed codes you are agreeing to the terms and conditions. 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." Our Farm in the Dales is a heartwarming series that touches on an emotional part of presenter Matt Bakers life. A huge thank you to Sean at More4, its amazing what can happen from a conversation in a barn., Sean Doyle, Deputy Head of Formats & Features at Channel 4:We are delighted that Mattand his family will be opening to the doors to theirbeautiful ruralfarm on More4. September 28, 2021 - 14:35 BST Sharnaz Shahid. I was 16 when the world of drama entered into . 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. In June 2006, Baker played the role of Dick from The Famous Five in The Queen's Handbag. Im proud to call it home. The docu-series is a heartwarming show about Matt and his family who. By sharing pictures and videos online, the presenter has given fans a glimpse inside his beautiful countryside farm. Matt Baker and his family return as they prepare for a busy season at the farm. He was one of three main presenters on the final series of the BBC One reality series City Hospital. Everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. The characters around here - the farmers and the other neighbours - are a real close-knit community. Weirdly, it reminds me of Oxford. In the upcoming episode, he will be helping out by planting the apple orchard his parents have always dreamt of. Its so dark up there you wouldnt believe it. 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. . Or did Baker just misspeak?". He has now recently appeared on BBC One's A Countryside Christmas with his wife, Nicola on Wednesday (22 December) morning at 10.45am. 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). Thesiblings were filmed working at the wooden dining table. HELLO! One of the first is Romaldkirk, a sleepy hamlet laid out around a green. 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. Get 10 issues of BBC Countryfile Magazine for just 20! He was forced to stop his gymnastics ambition after being diagnosed with anaemia at the age of 14. The star has received endless praise for making the selfless move to support his beloved parents. My sixth-form college was right down by the river. Before you the road winds down to the green ribbon of Weardale and the village of St Johns Chapel. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. By what name was Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales (2021) officially released in Canada in English? On a personal note Ive loved getting to know the miniature donkeys.. The former The One Show star's garden features dry stone walls, wild bushes and a small blue shed that was visible in the background of this picture. The series shows the TV presenter, his wife and their two children as they move to Durham to help. I come up here with my wife and kids and to stay with Mum and Dad whenever I can. 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. Express.co.uk has all you need to know about where the farm is and what it looks like. The One Show stars' homes you need to see, Alex Jones' Scandi-inspired home is haven for third child, 13 celebrities with amazing outdoor kitchens and dining areas, Inside the most stylish celebrity kitchens. The series is also unscripted meaning that the small camera crew follow the family as they go about their daily lives. The episode is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. I'm sure this was well-intentioned, but all this programme ends up looking like is Matt Baker broadcasting his family home movie footage on telly. Matt also heads to the restoration garage to consider the future of his dad's old Dodge. I went to school in Durham and it was my first introduction to the fact that the world is wider than the hills where I grew up. WATCH MATT BAKER: OUR FARM IN THE DALES AT 9 PM ON MORE4, AND GET FREAKY WITH US ON INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. What a lovely program Our Farm in The Dales- the chickens and puppies sealed the deal. Its also my producing and directorial debut with our new production company so it couldn't be more personal. Hope you all enjoy the last one! READ MORE:The home improvement that can decrease property value by 4,500. The fields are divided by a grid of drystone walls and in midsummer they are full of wildflowers that remind me of the hay meadows on the family farm with the likes of buttercups, hay rattle and red clover, all buzzing with bees. ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean issues Jayne Torvill health announcement. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Theres an amazing sense of open space, and I love the fact that you can see the weather coming from miles away. But where was Our Farm in the Dales filmed? Matt Baker has opened up on his decision to return to farming full-time after his mother was trampled by sheep. There are waterfalls, lakes, rivers, meadows, wild uplands and amazing views. 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. From St Johns Chapel, if youve time, turn left and head north for Upper Weardale. PHOTOS:Alex Jones' Scandi-inspired home is haven for third child. He co-presented the children's television show Blue Peter from 1999 until 2006, BBC One's Countryfile since 2009 and The One Show from 2011 to 2020, with Alex Jones.[1]. 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. He provided commentary for the gymnastics at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, as well as doing some presenting work. In March 2007, and again in 2008, Baker co-presented coverage of Crufts. You're a national treasure" and another appealed: "Surely theres another series!!! [4] He took A-levels in Drama, Biology and Sports Science at Durham Sixth Form Centre. Please note terms and conditions apply, and are accessible via the link at the bottom of the page. Just as well because its not easy living up here. Lots of changes have been made to the Durham farm to make . Most of them were students. However, the family did relocate to Matt's family farm in the Durham Dales during lockdown last year after his mum. 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. #MattBaker". The TV star could be seen ripping down a wall made of wooden panels, while his daughter Molly filmed his progress., Matt's home also has a utility room, which one of their sheep once managed to get into. The whole area is a hidden gem. 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. This meant that she was unable to carry out any farm duties. Matt cares for a wide range of animals on his farm. Matt lives there with his wife Nicola Mooney and their two children Luke and Molly. [9] In August 2010, Baker co-presented the first series of Secret Britain with Julia Bradbury and presented One Man and His Dog with Kate Humble. Returningto thefarmwith his family,Matt was faced with the challenge ofkeeping the remote farm running and helping his mum overcome injuries from her 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. 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. This article is about the British television presenter. When Matt Baker's 77-year-old father called him to say his mum had been involved in an accident on their farm, he didn't hesitate. Matt lives in the Hertfordshire with his family and their own farm. [22] He is president for Here4Horses.[23]. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Series two begins as lambing season starts and the Bakers have to get straight to work on the family farm. 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. The farmland gets narrower and narrower. He averaged around 60 miles per day, raising well over 1.5 million for the charity. From the age of 5 Baker was a keen dancer and began competing as a gymnast whilst at school. 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. His mother had been involved in a farming accident that left her injured and she was unable to carry out her usual duties. The star, who previously presented Blue Peter, lives in Durham with his wife and two kids who will feature on the show. Viewers will alsoget to knowthe menagerie of animals that inhabit the farm from the adorable miniature donkeys who live in a bespoke tiny stableyardand thelitter of Cairn Terrier pups who arrive midway through the series. In 2016, Baker again provided the BBC commentary on the gymnastic events at the Rio Olympics. The farming is some of the toughest in Britain. The family farm is a few miles west of Durham, at the gateway to the Durham Dales. You could probably do the whole journey from Barnard Castle to the hills and down to Durham in an hour and a half; but thats not the point, of course. Matt still plays a very active role in running the farm, but recent circumstances dictatedhis rolewasabout to get a lot more intense. These plants include daffodils, winter, aconite, foxgloves and daisies. He had previously worked as an entertainer with a 1970s comedy disco-dancing revival show called Disco Inferno, which toured the north of England. She took to Instagram to post: "Its the last Our Farm in the Dales tonight at 9pm on More4! See production, box office & company info, Mysteries of the Abandoned: Hidden America, The Devil's Confession: The Lost Eichmann Tapes. The BBC star moved from Hertfordshire to the Dales to help out with the smooth running of the farm and make some much-needed changes. Two beige sofas are positioned around the fireplace, which has a television mounted on the wall overhead. But these are also lovely places, with traditional stone cottages, friendly pubs, village greens and some quirky and old-fashioned shops. Its another great place to base yourself for a night or two. Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales airs on More4. Total or partial reproduction of this article and its photographs is prohibited, regardless of links or credits. Another fan added: "Thankyou for making Our Farm In The Dales, it is restoring my faith in humanity. From the castle, the old stone bridge over the Tees leads you to the Middleton road (B6277). He said he had never considered putting his family in the spotlight before as he wanted to be the one overseeing the whole process. The 100-acre farm is in the Durham Hills and Baker said it had been an emotional journey returning to support his family. [14] 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. Bookmark. WATCH:Matt Baker shares genius kitchen hack - and fans are impressed! Please credit Channel 4 and include transmission details. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Following Manford's resignation on 18 November 2010, Baker acted as a guest co-host on the programme. Matt Baker returned to live on his family farm in Durham after his mum suffered an accident. 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. The room has skylights in the ceiling and glass doors leading out to the garden. The County Durham- based series has proved to be a real hit with a large demographic of viewers as cameras followed former Blue Peter and The One Show host Matt returned to home turf to support his parents on their farm, after his mum Janice was left seriously injured in an accident which saw her knocked over by a flock of sleep. The series has appealed to viewers of all ages and there will most definitely be calls for a second season. 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. Have something to tell us about this article? Normally, the Countryfile star lives with his wife Nicola and their children Luke and Molly in an idyllic farmhouse. 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. Matt Baker featured in the series Our Farm in the Dales and the four-part season went down a huge hit. Such a genuine family and all the lovely four-legged friends as well. TV's Matt Baker has gone back to his roots. 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. [17] Baker and Vilani also participated in the 2011 Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour. Baker met his wife Nicola, a physiotherapist, when he was performing in the disco show at Pier 39 in Cleethorpes. You never ever know how good something like this is until you leave it. The four part series shows the transition the presenter made moving his family from the south to rural living up north. The former Blue Peter and One Show presenter, from County Durham, has a family farm in the Durham Dales . Series 3 Episode 5. The living room has contrasting red and blue sofas, with cream walls and a tripod floor lamp in the corner. 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. When asked about the filming location Matt said: The scenery is spectacular. From Langdon Beck, the road to Weardale winds steeply up to a moorland ridge. The show's star and executive producer. [5] The couple married at Winston in Teesdale,[3] in 2004[20] and live in Buckinghamshire with their son and daughter. He had to hire a local bed and breakfast for his family and the crew to stay in while they filmed the series. Matt lives in the Hertfordshire with his family and their own farm. Last summer, Matt received a call that would lead him to move his wife and two children north to run the farm. In 2015, Baker co-hosted a three-part factual series Big Blue Live for BBC One. 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. [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]. Matt and his family are currently appearing together on Channel 4's Our Farm in the Dales. See inside Matt's country property where he has sheep, chicken, dogs and donkeys, GALLERY: The One Show stars' homes you need to see. In Season 2 of Our Farm in the Dales, viewers will get to know all of the animals that live on the farm from the loveable miniature donkeys who stay in a tiny stable yard to Black Welsh Mountain sheep. Aside from his dog Bob, he has chickens, goats, sheep, lambs, donkeys, horses and multiple dogs. Baker and his crew were also unable to stay at the farm during the coronavirus pandemic, due to lockdown restrictions. Save 64% off the shop price and pay just 2 per issue! Joyous.". MORE:13 celebrities with amazing outdoor kitchens and dining areas, Matt previously shared a look at the renovations he had been undertaking in the outdoor barn of the property. ", 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], 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. 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.. 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. 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 then the summer comes along and no matter how short it is, it somehow makes all the struggling worthwhile. 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 Sign in to play Series 3 Episode 6 Go ad free Lifestyle Series. 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. More info. Matt Baker featured in two series of Our Farm in the Durham Dales and the six-part season went down a huge hit. Our Farm in the Dales is coming back. Baking soda cleaning hacks: How to clean oven trays with baking soda, Who owns what fence? Keep an eye out also for rare black grouse in the moorland just north of the village. 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. [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. Jamie Bamber plays Archie Hughes in Beyond Paradise on BBC One. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Express. Barnard Castle is a good place to start your journey through the Durham Dales, or to base yourself for a night or two. He won two BAFTAs for Best Children's Presenter two years in a row and a Royal Television Society award. 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. They get hands on for lambing season and there's exciting news for the goats. Now this area is like a magnet for me. The 42-year-old broadcaster was busy over lockdown renovating his incredible Durham farm. Matt's parents farm which is in the Durham Dales, near to Lanchester appeared in More4's Our Farm in the Dales (2021). He hosted alongside Steve Backshall, Liz Bonnin, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Lindsey Chapman. [12] Matt continued his previous commentating work by providing commentary for the Tokyo 2020 gymnastics events. Green valleys, wild moorland, lovely villages and empty beaches let Countryfile presenter Matt Baker share the secrets of his home county, Durham. 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 The pair have two children together: Luke and Molly Baker. 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. The episodes were shown across a week and were broadcast live from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London. And, of course, youve got to go to the cathedral. 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. He also has hopes of increasing biodiversity in the woodland, and Farrier John pays the donkeys a visit. Our Farm in the Dales viewers gutted as Matt Baker and wife Nicola make sad announcement. Im always reluctant to say to people: Youve got to go to this place, its brilliant, because the magic of it is that theres nobody there snapping away with cameras. - Newcastle restaurateur Terry Laybourne on reopening St Vincent for first time since Covid, Top city chef and 21 Hospitality Group owner Terry Laybourne talks about the March 9 re-launch of quayside restaurant St Vincent, the effects of the pandemic, the cost of living crisis and Newcastle's current dining scene. Baker left Blue Peter at the end of its 200506 series;[8] his last live show was broadcast on 26 June. Social media snaps have captured chickens, donkeys and their family dogs, with one photograph even showing a sheep in his utility room. Matt and his family will also be travelling around the UK to re-stock the farm with more suitable sheep to fit in with their plans for the future. A Year On Our Farm by Matt Baker is published by Michael Joseph, priced 20. Sometimes in winter you cant get in or out. He has one sister and two half-sisters. As you wind your way up Teesdale, youll go through a string of lovely towns and villages. You are practically above the clouds at times. The most recent photo he posted was of his cutest new puppies reuniting wrapped in soft white blankets. It feels real. [21], In early 2011, Baker was elected as the president for the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs. 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.