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Baking industry figures pay tribute to ‘true gentleman’ John Renshaw

2026-07-14T11:37:00+01:00

“Delightful company”, “permanently an optimist”, and a “true, gentle gentleman” were used to describe the man who grew his grandfather’s cake decoration business and supported countless young bakery students

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Dawn Foods partners with UCB on student internship programme

2026-07-14T09:23:00+01:00

The optional internship is designed to give bakery and patisserie students broad practical experience in a commercial bakery environment

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Hovis volumes decline and losses deepen prior to ABF acquisition

2026-07-13T11:10:00+01:00

Latest accounts reveal Britain’s second biggest bread brand reports an “especially challenging year with difficult trading conditions”

CORNISH BAKERY LINCOLN 28 MARCH 2026-50

Cornish Bakery reveals four new 'bespoke-for-the-community' locations

2026-07-10T12:00:00+01:00

The business is aiming to create a collection of ‘high-end, individually curated, bespoke-for-the-community bakeries that are united by a shared philosophy instead of a shared template’.

Summer ranges

Pistachio & raspberry patisserie

Sun, scrolling, and sweet treats: top bakery trends for summer 2026

2026-06-10T08:00:00+01:00

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New summertime bites rolled out by Bakery 79, Costa, Gail’s, and Paul Bakery

2026-06-17T11:09:00+01:00

Dunked N Loaded Custard Creams

Loaded doughnuts, cookie cups, and deep-dish pizza: M&S unveils bakery range for summer 2026

2026-05-28T11:39:00+01:00

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From brioche to focaccia: new buns, rolls, and bread hit UK market for summer

2026-06-09T14:32:00+01:00

Ainsley Harriott with Cooplands chilli brownies

Cooplands teams up with Ainsley Harriott for spicy summer range

2026-06-04T11:31:00+01:00

Waitrose hot smoked salmon quiche

Scotch egg sandwiches and coronation chicken galore: nostalgia reigns in Waitrose summer range

2026-06-02T08:57:00+01:00

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Summertime sweetness: new biscuits, cakes, traybakes and more unveiled

2026-05-26T11:14:00+01:00

  • Sun, scrolling, and sweet treats: top bakery trends for summer 2026

  • New summertime bites rolled out by Bakery 79, Costa, Gail’s, and Paul Bakery

  • Loaded doughnuts, cookie cups, and deep-dish pizza: M&S unveils bakery range for summer 2026

  • From brioche to focaccia: new buns, rolls, and bread hit UK market for summer

  • Cooplands teams up with Ainsley Harriott for spicy summer range

  • Scotch egg sandwiches and coronation chicken galore: nostalgia reigns in Waitrose summer range

  • Summertime sweetness: new biscuits, cakes, traybakes and more unveiled

Reports

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Bakery Market Report 2026

2026-04-28T10:31:00+01:00Sponsored by , , and , By

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Bakery NPD Guide 2026

2026-02-25T08:30:00+00:00Sponsored by , , and , By

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Top Bakery Trends 2026

2025-11-26T09:00:00+00:00Sponsored by , and , Paid for by , By

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Bakery Retail Guide 2025

2025-02-26T09:00:00+00:00Sponsored by and , By

  • Bakery Market Report 2026

  • Bakery NPD Guide 2026

  • Top Bakery Trends 2026

  • Bakery Retail Guide 2025

Events

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Britain’s Best Cake 2026 winner revealed

2026-04-13T17:07:00+01:00

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Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 winner revealed

2026-04-14T16:54:00+01:00

A cake decorated to look like a Highland Cow

Full list of Britain’s Best Cake 2026 medal winners revealed

2026-04-17T09:02:00+01:00

British Baker - Pesto, Roasted Pepper & Mozzarella Babka by 31 Mallory Bakery won a gold medal

Full list of Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 medal winners revealed

2026-04-17T10:55:00+01:00

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Magic sponges and top frostings: photo gallery from Britain’s Best Cake 2025

2026-04-22T10:15:00+01:00

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Caught bread-handed: best moments from Britain’s Best Loaf 2026

2026-04-24T09:30:00+01:00

  • Britain’s Best Cake 2026 winner revealed

  • Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 winner revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Cake 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Magic sponges and top frostings: photo gallery from Britain’s Best Cake 2025

  • Caught bread-handed: best moments from Britain’s Best Loaf 2026

Webinar

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Webinar: How to bake on strength – enzyme solutions that keep dough in shape

2026-02-12T14:58:00+00:00Paid for by

If you want stronger dough and fewer headaches in real-world production, this session is for you.