The popular TV show The Great British Bake Off, also known as The Great British Baking Show, will soon be returning to our screens. However, if you’re looking for more wholesome entertainment, you might want to check out the spin-off charity show, The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer. This show features famous contestants facing the same challenges as in the original series.
Previous celebrity bakers on the show have included Daisy Ridley, Michael Sheen, James McAvoy, and the host of Bake Off, Alison Hammond.
While the main series is typically available on Netflix US for viewers in the United States, The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer is only broadcast on Channel 4 in the UK due to its UK-based charity focus. As Channel 4 is a British channel, the show is restricted to viewers in the UK.
Fortunately, we have a solution that allows you to watch The Great Celebrity Bake Off from anywhere in the world. Here’s how you can do it.
We also have a similar guide for watching Taskmaster if you’re outside the UK.
When can you expect the next season of The Great Celebrity Bake Off to air?
The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer airs annually, and we anticipate that the 2025 season will return in March or early Spring 2025.
Check out the official trailer for the 2024 series below:
How to watch The Great Celebrity Bake Off with a VPN
If you want to watch previous seasons of The Great Celebrity Bake Off on Channel 4 from outside the UK, you’ll need a VPN (virtual private network).
A VPN routes your internet connection through a server, allowing you to choose a UK server to access Channel 4’s content. This tricks the website into thinking you’re located in the UK, enabling you to sign up for an account and watch The Great Celebrity Bake Off.
We recommend using NordVPN as it has reliably unblocked Channel 4’s service multiple times. It’s user-friendly, offers a variety of servers, and has competitive pricing options.
After selecting your VPN, install it on your device, whether it’s a PC, Mac, iOS, Android, TV, or Firestick. Follow these steps to watch The Great Celebrity Bake Off successfully:
- Tools required: NordVPN, Channel 4 website or app, smartphone or PC/laptop
Sign up for NordVPN
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NordVPN defaults to the two-year plan, but you can choose from one-year or one-month plans. Follow the steps to create a new account and subscribe.
Install NordVPN
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If you’re using a PC, visit the NordVPN website, log in to your account, and download the PC app from the “Downloads” section.
If you’re on a smartphone or tablet, simply search for NordVPN in the app store.
Connect to a UK server on your chosen VPN
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Many VPNs offer multiple servers, so if one doesn’t work, try another until you find one that works for you.
On the sign-in page, select ‘I don’t have an account and I’d like to register’
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If you already have a Channel 4 account, simply sign in with your usual details.
Choose an email address and password for your account
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Signing up for an account is free.
Add your name, date of birth, and a UK address
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You’ll need a UK postcode for the address.
Channel 4 will send a confirmation email to your email once you are signed up.
Search for The Great Celebrity Bake Off
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Channel 4 requires you to disable any ad-blockers, including those in your VPN settings, before attempting to watch.
If you’re still experiencing issues, try connecting to a different server within your VPN until you find one that works.
It’s important to note that this method goes against Channel 4’s terms of service, so proceed at your own risk.
Watch The Great British Baking Show on Netflix
While the Celebrity Bake Off series isn’t available on Netflix, you can still enjoy the main series, The Great British Baking Show, on this streaming platform. Netflix subscription plans start at US$7.99 per month, and you can sign up on the Netflix website.
If you’re outside the US but have a Netflix account, you can use a VPN to access The Great British Baking Show on Netflix. Simply download your VPN, connect to a US server, log in to Netflix, and search for the show. For more details, check out our guide on watching Netflix US from abroad.
