Farewell to soggy bottoms

I usually use a paper hanky Lara,rather than a meringue.
Mary Berry probably needs a rest from filming.

Apparently, Paul Hollywood is in 'secret' talks with Channel 4 which probably means the deal is already done and it will be called, 'Paul Hollywood's Bake-Off'

Or 'Hurrah for Hollywood'

As long as the other two females go I do not care

Well the other two females have already announced they're going - and yes, I agree with you Charleygirl, they were getting on my nerves so much that I haven't watched this series at all. But I don't know if the show can survive without Mary Berry, it just won't be the same at all.

Oh please save us from The Paul Hollywood show, doesn't bear thinking about. Off button here I come

Me too I don't fancy the PH Ego Show. I shall stick with Mary's old programmes.

I hope the BBC let Channel 4 broadcast next year, apparently they have a clause to prevent rival showing for 12 months. I am not sorry to see the two presenters go, and Mary at 81 would have to retire at some point, she is great but can not go on for ever.

I do not mind a change in judges or presenters, it is the contestants and format that make the show, but am pleased Paul I'd staying to provide some continuity.

I'd read that the whole 'Bake off' format was Mel and Sue's idea. They're OK. The whole thing works so well in its current form that I reckon Ch4 will have some sort of baking competition but it wont be the 'Bake off' that we all know and love.
I've never like Paul after he was on ''Who do you think you are". He came off as self obsessed and made fun of his poor Mum. Good riddance!

I agree without Jane, it's getting worse by the second. I heard someone suggest that St Delia would be a good replacement for Mary.

Mary Berry is minted she can afford to walk away. Paul has a lot of outgoings so needs the dosh.

Paul it seems has signed for 3 yrs I won't be watching.

BBC offered him Top Gear if he'd stay!
I don't think he'd be hard up for offers of employment.

The BBC offered PH Top Gear???

Can he drive??

merlotgran - he-he.

Apparently BBC launching new programme with Mary and the two 'girls' and James Martin!

I hope teetime is right love Mary so easy to watch not patronising has moved with the times and James Martin would be ideal!!! Fingers crossed!!!

I agree with Harris27 - I like the sound of that. Fingers also crossed.