The event brought together students, firefighters and members of the local community in Sutton-in-Ashfield for an evening of baking, fundraising and community spirit.
Judging of a range of cakes, pastries and sweet treats that had been made earlier took place at the event, with visitors invited to sample the bakes and buy the cakes afterwards and donate to the charity.
Students from ATTFE College played a key role in helping organise and support the event, baking several of the competition entries and assisting with the running of the evening.
Additional support came from Butterfly Bakery, a community-focused bakery initiative connected with ATTFE that supports students in developing baking, hospitality and enterprise skills.
The bakery regularly produces cakes, baked goods and hampers for community events while providing practical training opportunities for learners.
At the same time as supporting the Charity Bake Off, students involved with Butterfly Bakery were also busy preparing special Mother’s Day boxes of cakes etc for the local community, ATTFE staff and friends, showcasing their baking skills and entrepreneurial spirit.
The competition featured categories for Adults, Secondary School entrants, and a spectacular 'Showstopper' cake and all had to be of a fire brigade related theme.
One of the judges, Ashfield Fire Station’s Station ManagerBryn Jones said the event was a great example of partnership working in the community.
“It was fantastic to see firefighters, students and the local community come together for such a positive event.
"The Fire Fighters Charity provides vital support to firefighters and their families across the UK, and events like this help raise both funds and awareness. The standard of baking was incredibly high and we’re very grateful to ATTFE College and everyone involved for their support.”
Dianne Holmes, Head of Curriculum Strategy and Partnerships at ATTFE College, who led the event shared: “Our learners were proud to be involved in supporting this fantastic charity event alongside Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service. Activities like this give learners the chance to develop real skills, work with community partners and make a positive difference locally.
"The support from our Butterfly Bakery learners and staff shows the talent and dedication we have here at ATTFE.”
The audience were treated to an insight into Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service with also fire safety advice given by firefighter Carl Tolley from Ashfield Fire Station.
An amazing £368.05 was raised during the evening and proceeds from the Bake Off will go to The Fire Fighters Charity, which provides lifelong support for members of the UK’s fire services community, including rehabilitation, mental health support and wellbeing services.
Liz Barrett OBE DL, Principal of ATTFE College expressed deep thanks to all of the organisers and participants who organised, baked, volunteered, donated and attended, helping make the evening a successful and enjoyable fundraising event for a worthy cause.
5. Students and firefighters team up for Charity Bake Off
Tasty treat's were baked by and enjoyed by all Photo: ATTFE