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). Prior to this, Matt presented the children's TV show Blue Peter from 1999 to 2005. The episode is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. See inside Matt's country property where he has sheep, chicken, dogs and donkeys, GALLERY: The One Show stars' homes you need to see. Matt previously wrote on Instagram: "Hopefully you can join us 9pm on More4. 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. Most of them were students. 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. His mother had been involved in a farming accident that left her injured and she was unable to carry out her usual duties. By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. Following Manford's resignation on 18 November 2010, Baker acted as a guest co-host on the programme. As you head north from Scotch Corner, everything on the left-hand side is lovely: miles of green fields rising to massive shoulders of fell, moorland and commons, with the green dales between them. Theyll have their work cutout,but can the Baker familymake the changes neededso the farm can enter a new chapter? They have a smallholding, with Matt sharing pictures of sheep, donkeys and chickens on his Instagram account. ", READ MORE:Matt Baker 'emotional' as dad's car restarts on Our Farm in the Dales. Before you the road winds down to the green ribbon of Weardale and the village of St Johns Chapel. EPISODE 1. [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]. 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. Matt met his physiotherapist wife when he was performing in a disco show at Pier 39 in Cleethorpes. He hosted alongside Steve Backshall, Liz Bonnin, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Lindsey Chapman. His mother had been involved in a farming accident which left her injured and she was unable to carry out her usual duties. 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. 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. Matt's parents farm which is in the Durham Dales, near to Lanchester appeared in More4's Our Farm in the Dales (2021). From St Johns Chapel, if youve time, turn left and head north for Upper Weardale. READ MORE:The home improvement that can decrease property value by 4,500. The farmland gets narrower and narrower. Our Farm in the Dales is filmed on-location at the Bakers 100-acre family farm in the Durham Dales. Matt Baker - Wikipedia The 42-year-old broadcaster was busy over lockdown renovating his incredible Durham farm. Baker co-presented Countryfile Summer Diaries on weekday mornings on BBC One, along with Open Country for Radio 4 and Animal Rescue Squad and Animal Rescue Squad International for Channel 5. 2-min read. Our Farm in the Dales is a heartwarming series that touches on an emotional part of presenter Matt Bakers life. [15], In July 2017, Baker co-presented Wild Alaska Live on BBC One with Steve Backshall and Liz Bonnin. On a personal note Ive loved getting to know the miniature donkeys.. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. ", A third posted: "Noooooo, please make more. More info. Matt Baker reveals big family change with wife Nicola | HELLO! 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. Joyous.". 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.. Baker left Blue Peter at the end of its 200506 series;[8] his last live show was broadcast on 26 June. He was one of three main presenters on the final series of the BBC One reality series City Hospital. Channel 4 is yet to confirm Britons are likely to see the third series airs of the farm. GRV Media Ltd, 18 Mulberry Avenue, Widnes. The family farm is a few miles west of Durham, at the gateway to the Durham Dales. The first series was a major success for Channel 4's sister channel More4, quickly becoming the channel's most successful new commission. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. His other duties include picking up a flock of ewes and organising an enchanting woodland cookout. Its wonderful that More4 have supported us in being able to share the start of this journey with their audience. [13], In 2015, Baker along with Mel Giedroyc co-hosted four-part BBC One series The Gift. But these are also lovely places, with traditional stone cottages, friendly pubs, village greens and some quirky and old-fashioned shops. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. WATCH MATT BAKER: OUR FARM IN THE DALES AT 9 PM ON MORE4, AND GET FREAKY WITH US ON INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. The 43-year-old from County Durham now continues to host BBC's Countryfile and BBC Sport. After being initially focussed in a career in gymnastics and acrobatics, Matt made his wealth from his long stint in broadcasting. Matt lives there with his wife Nicola Mooney and their two children Luke and Molly. His gymnastic background helped him in physical challenges, including training as a stuntman, and passing the recruitment courses for both the Royal Marines and the Parachute Regiment. Everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter. The One Show star Matt Baker shares video inside his farm as he The most recent photo he posted was of his cutest new puppies reuniting wrapped in soft white blankets. He undertook the Kazakhstan to Mongolia leg with Julia Bradbury. 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. Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales airs on More4. The A689 brings you eventually to Durham city, the end of our road trip. Such a genuine family and all the lovely four-legged friends as well. Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales | All 4 - Channel 4 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. Matt Baker: 'When you grow up on a farm, you know all about hard work' Lots of changes have been made to the Durham farm to make . [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. Matt said: This is, without doubt, the most personal TV show Ive ever made. Baker was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2022 New Year Honours for charitable and voluntary services to fundraising. HELLO! Matt Baker: Our Farm on The Dales on More 4 at 9pm and available to watch on the . Matt is reportedly worth 7million. Well done @deborahddnntt and @Channel4 @More4Tweets". Why did Matt Baker and his family move away to the Dales? You can unsubscribe at any time. Another fan said: "Our farm in the Dales. 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. 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