The Great British Bake Off is back on Britain's TV screens this month.

But did you also know, that a local Bake Off-style contest will be held, in benefit for a local charity?

The Bridgend Centre is a charity which tackles isolation in the community, and is based on 104 Palmerston Street, Bollington.

Just some of the things The Bridgend Centre do in the community can be found on this sign. (Image - Macclesfield Nub News)

The 34-year-old charity is behind a wide variety of activities, resources and interactions to improve the lives of those living in and visiting our local area.

And one of those, is the upcoming Bridgend Bake-off, back for a second year.

But you better get practicing, as the delicious event is taking place in just a matter of weeks.

The first event was such a success last year, it is back at the end of this month. (Image - The Bridgend Centre(

Rebecca Lea, Centre Manager of The Bridgend Centre, in Bollington, said: "Last year's inaugural Bridgend Bake-off event was a huge success. Held at Bollington Arts Centre, nearly 100 people attended as either afternoon tea recipients or entrants in the baking competition.

"This year, the event will be held on Saturday September 28, again at Bollington Arts Centre.

"The aim of the event is for people to enter the baking competition and then after judging is complete, the final cakes and bakes will be enjoyed by the community in an afternoon tea event.

Three... two... one... bake! (Image - The Bridgend Centre)

"At least twenty people entered the baking competition, with some entering two or more bakes, so there was plenty of yummy food to be enjoyed.

"This was complemented by some savoury items including sandwiches, quiches and pastries, glass of bubbly and unlimited tea and coffee."

This year, the categories will be:

Last year, local baking hero Dan Hunter was in attendance. (Image - The Bridgend Centre)

• Category 1 - Celebration Cakes, large cakes and tea loaves
• Category 2 - Cupcakes, muffins, scones and biscuits
• Category 3 - Bread and savoury bakes
• Category 4 - Specialist (vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and/or anything else you
• fancy!)
• Category 5 - Young bakers (under 12)

The poster for the event. (Image - The Bridgend Centre)

"Once again there will be an afternoon tea to accompany all those bakes, tea and coffee and a glass of fizz," added Rebecca.

"We do hope to see lots of you there again!"

"To purchase your tickets or to enter the competition, please go to www.bridgendcentre.org.uk."

Bollington Arts Centre, of Wellington Road, is the venue for the upcoming event. (Image - Macclesfield Nub News)

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