Prue and Paul set some tricky challenges for the remaining bakers, including a Technical that dates back to Henry VIII and a Showstopper that's usually found at Indian weddings

The episode was rated 7.61 from 152 votes.

The bakers tackle a signature bake designed to be shared; a deceptively simple summer staple in the Technical; and an ambitious Showstopper

The episode was rated 7.68 from 155 votes.

The cake layers stack up in an elegant and challenging bake. There's also a spherical celebration cake and a Technical where success lies in precise decoration.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 153 votes.

It's the semi-final, and the remaining bakers are tested on their patisserie skills, with a domed Signature dish, a towering Technical and a display case Showstopper

The episode was rated 7.75 from 135 votes.

The challenges inspired by the roaring twenties include a slapstick Signature and a tiered Showstopper special

The episode was rated 7.77 from 150 votes.

The bakers draw inspiration from around the world, including something deep fried and Italian, and a spectacular Indonesian celebration cake

The episode was rated 7.83 from 145 votes.

The remaining bakers have their knowledge of pastry tested to the max with a savoury take on a French classic, a multi-layered Moroccan Technical, and a towering Showstopper

The episode was rated 7.84 from 140 votes.

The series gets underway with cake week - during which two of the bakers will be sent home. The first stage of the challenge features a fruit cake, while the technical is a retro classic that requires intricate decoration. Finally, for the showstopper, the contestants must create the birthday cake they wish they had received as a child.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 179 votes.

It's crunch time with Biscuit Week, starting off with a luxurious chocolate coated signature bake, then a snack with family signifiance for Paul and an eye-catching showstopper

The episode was rated 7.86 from 165 votes.

The stakes couldn't be higher as Paul and Prue set three challenges that test every aspect of the bakers' skills. Who will be crowned 2019's Bake Off champion?

The episode was rated 8.15 from 132 votes.