We’re big fans of The Great British Bake Off at goodtoknow. We’ve cheered on our favourite contestants over the years as they’ve taken part in tough baking challenges and made their signature bakes for the discerning eyes and tastebuds of judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood. We’ve got lots of recipes from Mary and Paul, as well as cake recipes and cake decorating tips from previous contestants like Jo Wheatley and Holly Bell.

So unsurprisingly, we’re very excited about the return of The Great British Bake Off. Judges Mary and Paul, plus presenters Mel and Sue are all returning. This year, there’s 13 new contestants preparing to face Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood in the weekly challenges. One of them will be crowned Bake Off champion for 2013. But what happened to some of our favourite contestants from previous years? Was taking part in the Bake Off a passport to baking fame and fortune?

Click through the gallery to find out what all the previous winners, runners up and some of our favourite contestants are up to now…