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NewsBetter Bread makes its debut with rye-based loaves
Cambridgeshire-based business says its loaves are better for consumers and better for the planet
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OpinionSmall footprint, big opportunity: making every square metre count in bakery retail
Hannah Wolfenden, commercial director of UK retail design and manufacturing specialist Ripple, offers advice on making bakery shop space work
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FeatureSlice of life: how sweet flavours are transforming Britain’s sarnies
From strawberries and cream to apple crumble, a quiet revolution is taking place in the sandwich chillers of UK supermarkets
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FeatureS’mores Iced Cream Cake and Prawn Toast Cones: M&S unveils Christmas bakery range
The retailer gives the ‘picky bits’ trend a Christmas twist and reveals the flavours set to dominate the festive season
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NewsNew Cheshire services launches hunt for local craft bakery suppliers
Motorway services operator Westmorland has announced a commitment to work with at least 70 producers within 30 miles of its new Tatton Services at the intersection of the M56 and A556
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Product NewsFestive fancies: Britain’s bakers unveil Christmas themed NPD
Our round-up of Christmas products includes seasonal innovations from Cake Box, Country Choice, Fiona Cairns, Pidy, McLaren’s, Mr Kipling and more
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NewsHigh fibre innovation to continue at Warburtons despite axing Fibre Fix range
The bakery brand said it had found existing products, such as its Protein range, which are also high in fibre, are more likely to be chosen by consumers as a way of getting more fibre in their diet
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NewsBoparan invests in food-to-go firm Simply Lunch and Little Treats Bakery
South London-based Simply Lunch supplies sandwiches, wraps and bakery products to retailers, travel operators and foodservice customers
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FeatureComfort and joy: top bakery trends under the Christmas tree in 2026
From elevated nostalgia and trending new flavours, including Eastern influences, to twists on festive classics and new bite-sized formats, we delve into the bakery trends playing out this Christmas
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NewsIs your bakery prepared for upcoming changes to harassment laws?
From 30 October, employers including bakery cafe or retail businesses may be liable if their staff are harassed by a customer
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NewsFreshways agrees three-year supply deal with Tesco Ireland
Freshways supplies the retailer with more than 40 product lines including Crust & Co sandwiches, wraps, salad and pasta dishes
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Product NewsGriddle Bakery partners with Wildfarmed on new wholegrain banana pancake bites
The company’s latest frozen bakery NPD is set to launch in Ocado and Tesco, with a pack containing around 30 mini pancakes for breakfast and snacking occasions
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NewsRevealed: What consumers want from an artisan bakery
Survey reveals why shoppers visit artisan bakeries – and what they buy when they are there
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NewsVandemoortele Délifrance plans ‘plenty of innovation’ for UK customers post-merger
The newly formed £1.8bn global bakery group considers the UK to be an important market as it looks towards growth opportunities despite reducing its manufacturing footprint
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NewsNew family takes the reigns at Ayrshire bakery The Kandy Bar
Scottish craft bakery firm passes ownership outside of the McAllister family for the first time in its 97-year history
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NewsNorthern Irish manufacturer Irwin’s Bakery ends family ownership
A takeover by local businessman Sam Rusk has ended 114 years of family ownership at Portadown-based Irwin’s Bakery. CEO Michael Murphy, who remains in place, tells British Baker what it means for the future
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NewsBread Ahead to remain at Borough Market for ‘foreseeable future’
Craft bakery revealed it has now resolved the lease issue of its flagship store in central London, whilst continuing to expand both in the UK and abroad
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NewsThe Cookie Dealer seeks business partner to drive growth
Co-founders say they would ”rather own 50% of a huge brand than 100% of a smaller one”, whilst continuing to expand their sweet treat business through a new wholesale distribution venture
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Product NewsMini beef Wellingtons and amaretto mince pies: Co-op unveils Christmas 2026 bakery range
Bite-sized takes on British nostalgia and some global influences are featured in the Co-op line-up of new bakery items for Christmas
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Feature SynopsesJanuary 2027: Cake Trends Report
A closer look at the trends playing out on the UK cake market from wedding cakes to celebration cakes, lunchbox favourites, everyday treats, and more