Young farmer makes debut on Great British Bake Off

Keen baker and farmer Mike Wilkins made his first appearance on tv's most popular baking show last night (September 24)

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Young farmer makes debut on Great British Bake Off

Putting a post out on social media earlier in the month, young arable farmer Mike Wilkins revealed he is one of this year's contestants on the popular Channel 4 programme. His passion for baking can...

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