Welcome to my website. I’m Richard Burr, Builder/Baker. But after more than 20 years as a fourth generation builder in London, I’ve changed careers to work in my first passion – the environmental sector. I still do plenty of building and baking at home in West Sussex, am married to Sarah, and the proud dad of three lovely daughters.
I somehow found myself a finalist on 2014’s Great British Bake Off, earning a record five ‘Star Baker’ awards in the process. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish that has taught me so much and introduced me to some lifelong friends. I blogged regularly on this site, sharing some of my favourite things to bake and keeping readers posted on what I’m up to. I haven’t found the time to blog much in the past few years since my career change, but I wanted to keep this site going so people can still find my recipes.
I’m currently renovating our new home in my spare time. When I’m not building or baking I love the great outdoors: camping, fishing, hiking, cycling, gardening and walking my dog, Steve. I care deeply about conservation and completed a BSc in Biodiversity & Conservation at Birkbeck, University of London in 2012. I was half way through my MSc in Historic Building Conservation at the Weald & Downland Open Air Museum when the pandemic struck, so I am working on completing this in 2023.
My first recipe book, B.I.Y. – Bake It Yourself, was published by Quadrille in August 2015. To find out more about what I could do for you, click here.
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Good to find your blog Richard. Looking forward to some interesting bakes!
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I hope I will be able to order a copy of your book here in the us. Your bakes are great
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I ordered it through Amazon .. amazing book
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You were my favorite on the show and was hoping you’d win. I’m glad to see you’re doing well.
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Congratulations on the book. We finally have the GBBS over in the U.S.–Yay! You were amazing and I’m so happy you’ve continued on. I’ll be watching and waiting. Since you do such beautiful work, maybe some day you’ll post some of your other building projects. I like the way you approach things and you seem fun to learn from.
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I’m one of the many other USA viewers to become devoted to the show and cheer you on. Glad to find your blog and see so many recipes, pics and videos! Love it all. Congratulations on your success!
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Thank you Kathy. We had so much fun on the show, and it’s a real pleasure to know you have enjoyed watching it. I am currently booking the bakers Christmas party, so we will all be back together ext week. I’m sure we’ll all have plenty of baking stories to share.
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I’m so happy I found you on here! I have admired your baking so much and. Ow to follow you here is an honor! Come to the US and visit us at Disneyland!
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Never say no to Disneyland! Thanks for getting in touch Rebecca, really glad you enjoyed the show. It was brilliant to be part of.
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I am so proud of you
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Come visit us in the US in Indiana! Love to see you there. You where my favorite on the show🙂😍
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We have watched your season 3 times because it is by far our favorite! And we believe you should have been declared the final winner by virtue of 5 Star Baker awards alone 🙂 I’m giving your book to my husband for Christmas this year! You’ve inspired him 😉
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What a lovely message to get on a cold Saturday afternoon. Regards to you and your husband Elizabeth. I really hope you enjoy the book!
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