He undertook the Kazakhstan to Mongolia leg with Julia Bradbury. The Durham Dales are basically two long, green valleys Teesdale and Weardale that rise from the rolling farmland west of Durham, climbing high up to the rugged open moorland of the North Pennines. 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. ", A third posted: "Noooooo, please make more. His mother had been involved in a farming accident that left her injured and she was unable to carry out her usual duties. The room has skylights in the ceiling and glass doors leading out to the garden. Take your time plan three or four days or more; stop and explore the villages. [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. 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. 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. When asked about the filming location Matt said: The scenery is spectacular. Before you the road winds down to the green ribbon of Weardale and the village of St Johns Chapel. By taking these embed codes you are agreeing to the terms and conditions. Matt Baker is a British television presenter when not on television, he spends his time outdoors. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. "Dad rang up and said 'Mum's had a nasty . 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. From the castle, the old stone bridge over the Tees leads you to the Middleton road (B6277). The farm is privately owned by the family and it seems it is not open to members of the public. From St Johns Chapel south along the A689 to Westgate, Eastgate, Stanhope and Wolsingham, theres a real depth to the villages. 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. When you turn up here, you almost feel like you are interrupting locals lives but thats the magic of it. Please note terms and conditions apply, and are accessible via the link at the bottom of the page. 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. Express.co.uk has all you need to know about where the farm is and what it looks like. Matt Baker revealed his beloved grandfather had passed away recently The TV star's farm is in Hertfordshire, and has featured on Countryfile. The whole area is a hidden gem. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. He wrote an article for inews about the ordeal, saying: "It was one of those scenarios when you automatically go into rescue mode, so we downed tools, went up there and from day one, it was all hands on deck. Hope you all enjoy the last one! 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 . This clip is for promotional use only. He had to hire a local bed and breakfast for his family and the crew to stay in while they filmed the series. Channel 5 Our Yorkshire Farm: Who will run Ravenseat Farm when Amanda and Clive Owen leave? 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. PHOTOS:Alex Jones' Scandi-inspired home is haven for third child. [13], In 2015, Baker along with Mel Giedroyc co-hosted four-part BBC One series The Gift. Much as I love the city, though, my heart is in the hills and dales, and Ill soon head back there. 2023 GRV Media Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Express. He won two BAFTAs for Best Children's Presenter two years in a row and a Royal Television Society award. Such a genuine family and all the lovely four-legged friends as well. The family farm is a few miles west of Durham, at the gateway to the Durham Dales. Determined to keep farming, the Bakers knew they had to make some changes. Joyous.". 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." 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]. Matt Baker: Our Farm on The Dales on More 4 at 9pm and available to watch on the . She took to Instagram to post: "Its the last Our Farm in the Dales tonight at 9pm on More4! This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. 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. In my eyes, the A68 is the best road in Britain. Fans have fallen in love with the feel-good series, with one saying on Twitter: "Loving Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales. His home has a light brick exterior, in keeping with the country feel. [15], In July 2017, Baker co-presented Wild Alaska Live on BBC One with Steve Backshall and Liz Bonnin. 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The couple married at Winston in Teesdale, in 2004. 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. Keep an eye out also for rare black grouse in the moorland just north of the village. Prior to this, Matt presented the children's TV show Blue Peter from 1999 to 2005. 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. Its rough country; its not manicured. By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. I was 16 when the world of drama entered into . The loop from Barnard Castle, northwest along Teesdale, over the top to Weardale and finishing at Durham city, has to be one of the best routes in Britain. You can unsubscribe at any time. The presenter said he wanted to make sure his loved ones were happy with what was being shown to the public. Weve made 6 programmes this time round, picking up where we left off . cant wait for you to see it.". Matt said: This is, without doubt, the most personal TV show Ive ever made. Matt lives there with his wife Nicola Mooney and their two children Luke and Molly. Countryfile's Matt Baker grew up on a small farm in the north of England. 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Total or partial reproduction of this article and its photographs is prohibited, regardless of links or credits. 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. [18], In 2002, Baker played himself in an episode of the BBC Drama series Cutting It. 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. Matt Baker:This is without doubt the most personal TV show Ive ever made. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. He has one sister and two half-sisters. But these are also lovely places, with traditional stone cottages, friendly pubs, village greens and some quirky and old-fashioned shops. 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. Alternatively, click here to sign up online. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. HELLO! Well be saying a fond farewell to the puppies as they head to their forever homes. On a personal note Ive loved getting to know the miniature donkeys.. 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