The Great British Bake Off's new host, how to watch and more ahead of new series

The Great British Bake Off fans 'love' Alison Hammond as she's welcomed by the Breadfather

Bake Off fans were thrilled to see Alison Hammond finally join the bakers in the tent for the 14th series of the baking show.

The Great British Bake Off review – Alison Hammond’s sheer joy has reinvigorated this show

It might have lost some sparkle since its 2014-15 peak, but the new Bake Off host’s irresistible charm has kicked things up a gear. The joyful vibes will engulf youAs the nights draw in and the autumn leaves tumble from the trees, the chill of death is in the air. But one ray of sunshine still awaits us. Bake Off is back, bringing with it the best of British summertime in a bunting-lined tent.To be fully transparent, I am obsessed with baking. M…

Great British Bake Off star on Alison Hammond's true colours

The first contestant to be booted off the show has spoken about his interactions with the TV star

The Great British Bake Off, review: Alison Hammond is a welcome newbie – but Noel now looks creepy

The joy is back and challenges have stopped being impossibly difficult – but Fielding's quirks seem out of place next to Hammond's warmth

Great British Bake Off viewers love Alison Hammond as co-host as show returns

Bake Off fans praised Alison for her 'energy' and 'joy' as she stepped up to replace Matt Lucas as a co-presenter for the Channel 4 show.

Great British Bake Off viewers say Alison Hammond is 'icing on the cake' as series returns

Bake Off viewers praised Alison's "energy and joy" as she replaced comedian Matt Lucas as co-presenter