All Craft Bakery articles
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NewsBaking industry reacts to Autumn Budget 2024
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcements have left one trade body “profoundly disappointed” while another welcomes the ”long-term approach to tax and regulation”
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NewsOpening Doors #13: new outlets unveiled by craft bakeries
A trio of businesses have launched first-time ventures into brick-and-mortar retail while others have expanded their shop estate or evolved their café
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NewsAidan Monks lifts Baker of the Year title for second time in 2024
Lovingly Artisan owner hasn’t let complacency sink in since winning the category in 2019, continuing to be ‘front and centre’ of his Cumbria-based business
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NewsPettigrew Bakeries triumphs as Craft Bakery Business of the Year 2024
Family-run Cardiff sourdough and pastry specialist wowed the judges with exceptional products, a well thought out business model, and passionate staff
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NewsBaking Industry Awards 2024 winners revealed
A baker from Cumbria, a Cardiff craft bakery, and the UK’s biggest bakery brand are among the winners of the Baking Industry Awards 2024
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NewsCutter & Squidge secures Online Bakery Business of the Year 2024
London-based bakery swung the judges’ decision with a revamped website, lowered delivery prices, and dedicated customer service team
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NewsThe Bread Factory kicks off ‘growing bakers’ apprenticeship programme
Bespoke 12-18-month programme aims to address the ‘critical skills shortage of artisan bakers in the UK’ with 10 new apprentices starting on their journeys this month
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NewsLovingly Artisan partners with farmers to grow rye in Cumbria
Cumbria-based bakery has partnered with farmers and grain experts to grow rye, which will be milled at its new site expected to be operational in a couple of months
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NewsReal Bread Campaign names new ambassadors
The batch of 14 volunteers, including business founders and baking class instructors, are tasked with finding and creating opportunities to fly the flag for real bread
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NewsOpening Doors #12: craft bakeries expand their shop estates
A half dozen bakery brands are serving up fresh artisanal goods to new customers and communities across the nation
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NewsTwo Magpies Bakery rebrands Holt café to tap into on-the-go market
North Norfolk site has transitioned to the Mini Magpies format, focusing on baked goods and drinks for takeaway customers
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Product NewsCraft bakers roll out limited-edition loaves for Sourdough September 2024
Ancient grains and ale, figs and walnuts, and charcoal powder are among the inclusions of new sourdough loaves created for the month-long celebration by the Real Bread Campaign
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NewsThe Artisan Collective returns for 2025
Now in its third year, the event will see members of the artisan bakery community gather for an afternoon of networking, live demonstrations, and community learning
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NewsBirds Bakery unveils new lunch range and extended opening hours
Two thirds of the family-run bakery’s stores will now be open on Sundays as it looks to provide greater convenience for customers
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Promotional featureWhy equipment versatility is vital for smaller bakeries and bakery NPD
Labour shortages and rising costs, coupled with the need to deliver continuous NPD, mean that bakers need to streamline processes to ensure optimum efficiency – and versatile equipment is key.
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NewsSourdough Sophia raises £500k via crowdfunding to power expansion
London-based craft bakery business looks to extend its retail estate up to five shops, all supplied by its new central production unit in Islington
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NewsCornish Bakery confirms four new shops as part of 2024 estate expansion
New Nottingham outlet sees the independent bakery chain hit the 65-site mark with openings in Taunton, Winchester, Chelmsford, and Milton Keynes set for later this year
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FeatureSourdough surge: why the speciality loaves are winning over shoppers
Bakers are finding sourdough success thanks to growing demand from increasingly knowledgeable, health-conscious consumers
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NewsNational Doughnut Week 2025 dates announced
Bakers are being encouraged to join the fundraising initiative next year after the 2024 event helped collect donations of over £44k for The Children’s Trust
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NewsLime rolls out first ever ride-thru bakery in London
Electric bike and scooter hire firm hosts a special event this weekend in Shoreditch featuring a giveaway of lime-flavoured pastries from Popham to users of its service