The Best Bakeries to Visit this Real Bread Week
Discover your local bakeries this Real Bread Week and find delicious artisan products across Yorkshire and the North East
PureKnead Bakery
What could be better than a stroll on the beach followed by a trip to a bakery? PureKnead Bakery is situated in the heart of Whitley Bay, a stone’s throw away from its beautiful coastline. Beginning at the Tynemouth market, this bakery quickly established a loyal following, growing into the store and brand it is today. They offer a range of artisan breads, cakes, pastries and sandwiches. Don’t worry if you can’t make it to the coast, they also have a shop in Newcastle city centre, as well as providing a wholesale bakery service across the North East.
111–113 Park View, Whitley Bay NE26 3RH
38 Dean Street, Newcastle NE1 1PG
0191 2305857
07964 864181
pure-knead.co.uk
Pia’s Artisan Bakery
This family-run business is a local institution in North Shields. They began with their sister bakery, Eli’s and expanded to Pia’s, selling a full range of artisan breads, baked goods and pastries. This business was born from a love of all things food, channelling this passion into the baked goods they produce today. If you’re in the area this bakery is not one you’ll want to miss.
58 Saville Street, North Shields NE30 1AZ
07470 593604
instagram.com/pia.artisanbakery
Bakerman
The Bakerman in the heart of Darlington is run by local baker Dan Booth who, after the pandemic forced him to leave his previous role job, opened his non-profit bakery in his hometown. Having won Best Overall Loaf at Britain’s Best Loaf Competition, this bakery promises quality, organic goods. Alongside his bread, the bakery has charitable objectives, such as providing work experience to disadvantaged young adults. Read more about The Bakerman here.
9 Clark’s Yard, Darlington DL3 7QH
01325 787010
bakerman.co.uk
Adam’s Bakehouse
Bedlington’s best hidden gem, their house sourdough is to die for and follows a three-day process. The bread shelves are always full, offering loaves like seeded medleys, ciabattas and freshly-made stotties.
26 Front Street West, Bedlington NE22 5UB
instagram.com/adamsbakehousecoffee
RISE Artisan Bakehouse & Café
From Rise’s secret starter comes their amazing sourdough. Each week, they offer a different flavour of bread, with previous flavours including cheese and jalapeño, olive rustique and date and walnut. They also offer tasty tarts, flavoured focaccias and cakes, amongst other irresistible bakes.
13 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle DL2 8LY
instagram.com/risebarnardcastle
Little Arras
Beginning in Sydney, Australia, founder Adam and Lovaine returned home with more experience and knowledge, ready to start their new chapter. Little Arras Bakery was opened early 2020, a sister to their restaurant Arras. Selling their famous Arras sourdough, pastries, cakes and Square Mile coffee, it’s a perfect spot for a sweet treat and a break.
50 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LF
01904 731619
arrasrestaurant.co.uk
The Secret Bakery
This micro artisan bakery doubles as a dog friendly coffee shop in the heart of Harrogate. They produce their bread by hand from Monday to Saturday, and are members of the Real Bread Campaign, focusing on organic products void of any processing aids. This hidden gem is a friendly and community orientated business, meaning you can always expect a warm welcome.
19 Knaresborough Road, Harrogate HG2 7SR
01423 206880
secretbakeryharrogate.co.uk
Underground Bakery
Underground Bakery provide a vast selection of baked goods, sandwiches and seasonal pastries, and paired with their speciality coffee this promises a wonderful day out. Their sourdough selection is all freshly baked, created from their impressive 30-year starter. Beginning in co-founder Ash’s basement, alongside co-founder Marcus, the pair sold to small cafés and shops, eventually opening their own bakery in Otley.
10–10A Boroughgate, Otley LS21 3AL
theundergroundbakery.co.uk
Forge Bakehouse
With four separate locations across Sheffield, Forge Bakehouse has become a household name in the area. All their pastries are made in-house by their own team of artisan bakers and pastry chefs. Committed to using only the finest ingredients, Forge Bakehouse has been dedicated to providing goods for the local community since 2012. They are committed to the region, launching various projects partnering with other local businesses who share their passion for quality.
302 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield S7 1FL
0114 2990535
forgebakehouse.co.uk
Koselig Bakeri
This independent bakery produces fresh, Scandi-inspired bread and baked goods every morning. You’ll find the wall behind the counter stacked high with what’s on offer, from baguettes and sourdough loaves to focaccia, rye and more. Stop by early before they sell out.
9 Westgate, Guisborough TS14 6BG
19 Milton Street, Saltburn TS12 1DJ
koseligbakeri.co.uk
