Not every season had a Sussex contestant, and no one from East or West Sussex has won yet – although fans of Jurgen from Season 13 might argue he should have won – but the counties have had plenty of representation over the years.
Season 15 is set to air on Tuesday, September 24, on Channel 4, and will see the return of series hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding, alongside judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.
9. Jurgen Krauss
A software engineer living in Brighton, Jurgen was a firm fan favourite and a front runner for the win in season 13, impressing with his calm demeanour, technical bakes and detail-orientated approach. Sadly, and in one of the biggest controversies of the show so far, it wasn't to be, and Jurgen was eliminated in the semi-final, despite a strong showing across the board and an excellent effort in that week's technical. Photo: Great British Bake Off