GREAT British Bake Off legend Val Stones will be at a Somerset garden centre next month.

Val, who wowed audiences during her stint on series seven of the hit baking show, which features amateur bakers hoping to impress judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.

On Thursday, September 19, food writer and author Val will trade the Bake Off tent for Brimsmore Gardens to host a baking demonstration and tasting.

“While talking about her love of baking for her family, friends and colleagues and how that led to winning the hearts of the nation after appearing on GBBO, Val will prepare sweet and savoury scones from her book, The Cake Whisperer,” a spokesperson said.

“Having always found comfort in baking and gardening, often using homegrown produce in her recipes, Val has gained a large following on social media and uses this profile to encourage people to find the joy in baking for others regardless of expertise and to grow their own, no matter how big their outdoor space may be.”

The demonstration will start at 1.30pm in the garden centre and will conclude with a Q&A and tasting, with tea provided by The Apple Tree Restaurant.

Tickets are available for £8 each from Brimsmore Gardens in Yeovil or online at www.thegardensgroup.co.uk, and organisers said booking in advance is essential.