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Allied Bakeries and Hovis merge to become Hovis Bakeries
2026-07-08T09:38:00+01:00
Meal deal maths: premiumisation, health, and all-day grazing change the equation
2026-07-08T06:45:00+01:00
New leadership appointments at Greggs, Cybake, Reiser and more
2026-07-08T06:45:00+01:00

Latest news

Warburtons supports opening of Community Shop in Bolton

2026-07-09T07:33:00+01:00

Community Shop supermarkets redistribute surplus products that are in-date and safe to consume

Netflix cake show star among mentors of students at 2026 Renshaw Cup

2026-07-09T07:30:00+01:00

A group of 16 promising bakery talents recently completed three days of masterclasses, hands-on training, and competitions at British Bakels manufacturing site in Liverpool

Dean’s of Huntly secures £4.9m funding to drive overseas growth

2026-07-08T11:46:00+01:00

The funding package from Bank of Scotland will be used to increase production capacity, develop new customer relationships and manage cash flow as it grows export

Revealed: the hidden cost of festivals to the bakery industry

2026-07-07T10:09:00+01:00

Investigators recover tens of thousands of bread baskets and dollies from events including Glastonbury and horse racing fixtures

Summer ranges

Pistachio & raspberry patisserie

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

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

Gail's - Cheese, Tomato & Basil Savoury Bun - 2100x1400

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

St Pierre - All Butter Croissant Rolls ham egg - 2100x1400

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

Le Café by Nicolas Rouzaud - Strawberry Sandwich - 2100x1400

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

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Product news

Deli Kitchen taps sourdough boom with new wraps and flatbreads

2026-07-06T11:43:00+01:00By Vince Bamford

What’s new in sweet treats: cakes, cookies, muffins, doughnuts, buns, and more

2026-07-06T10:44:00+01:00By Vince Bamford

Jason’s Sourdough launches Crumpet Thins

2026-06-29T14:11:00+01:00By Amy North

From smiling scones to penguin snacks: latest savoury bakery launches unveiled

2026-06-29T11:54:00+01:00By Dan Riley

Promotional features

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Future of bread: can bakery be part of a personalised nutrition experience?
2026-07-06T06:00:00+01:00In paid partnership with Lesaffre UK & Ireland
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How retailers can differentiate with a top-quality coffee experience
2026-06-29T06:00:00+01:00Paid for by Lavazza
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Ultra-fresh, over-produced, under-planned: why AI is changing bakery forecasting for good
2026-05-26T06:00:00+01:00Paid for by Foodforecast Technologies
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How can bakers create the ultimate pizza base?
2026-04-27T06:00:00+01:00In paid partnership with Lesaffre UK & Ireland
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Filled with potential: overcoming technical challenges in sweet bakery fillings
2026-04-07T06:00:00+01:00Paid for by Puratos UK
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How British bakers are solving the texture-taste-sustainability trilemma
2026-04-07T06:00:00+01:00Paid for by Angel Yeast

Longer reads

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Meal deal maths: premiumisation, health, and all-day grazing change the equation
2026-07-08T06:45:00+01:00
Inside Cerealto’s UK growth plan: speed, scale and a co-manufacturing model
2026-06-29T11:39:00+01:00
What impact does hot weather have on bakery sales?
2026-06-24T11:07:00+01:00
From Biscoff to Nutella: how big brands are powering bakery growth
2026-06-24T08:35:00+01:00
How AI can transform energy management in bakery production
2026-06-18T09:54:00+01:00
Sun, scrolling, and sweet treats: top bakery trends for summer 2026
2026-06-10T08:00:00+01:00
Keep it simple: Cake Box CEO Sukh Chamdal’s top lessons for business
2026-06-03T10:50:00+01:00
Positivity is the secret ingredient for success in the baking industry
2026-06-01T10:05:00+01:00
From indulgent innovation to grab-and-go: free-from cakes gear up for growth
2026-05-27T09:36:00+01:00
From miso brownie to market expansion: Two Magpies builds on award-winning momentum
2026-05-20T09:31:00+01:00
New occupational certificates set to reshape bakery talent pipeline
2026-05-18T08:29:00+01:00
What to expect as food safety inspections move under national oversight
2026-05-14T08:31:00+01:00

Reports

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Bakery Market Report 2026

2026-04-28T10:31:00+01:00Sponsored by Flora Professional, Lantmännen Unibake, Rademaker and TraceGains, By British Baker

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Bakery NPD Guide 2026

2026-02-25T08:30:00+00:00Sponsored by Delice de France, Fritsch, Lesaffre UK & Ireland and TraceGains, By British Baker

A selection of lovely looking baked goods

Top Bakery Trends 2026

2025-11-26T09:00:00+00:00Sponsored by Fritsch, Reiser and TraceGains, Paid for by Puratos, By British Baker

Inside a lovely looking bakery with loaves stacked on the walls

Bakery Retail Guide 2025

2025-02-26T09:00:00+00:00Sponsored by Matthews Cotswold Flour and Rademaker, By British Baker

Bakery Market Report 2026
Bakery NPD Guide 2026
Top Bakery Trends 2026
Bakery Retail Guide 2025

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My Bakery Job: Sam Leatherby, executive pastry chef, London Hilton on Park Lane
2026-07-06T07:30:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Sam Burton, buyer, Just Desserts
2026-06-22T08:47:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Ken Potts, chief science officer, Modern Baker
2026-06-05T09:59:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Mike Cutting, design & creative lead, Emmi Desserts UK
2026-05-26T09:18:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Katrina Bozikovic, co-founder, Outpost Bakery
2026-05-11T08:15:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Sally Nicholson, out of home sales director, Finsbury Food Group
2026-04-27T08:33:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Rosie Parkinson, business development & operations manager, Lovingly Artisan
2026-04-13T08:00:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Lucia Larragoiti Fisher, founder and owner, La Maritxu
2026-03-30T09:25:00+01:00
My Bakery Job: Anthony Eyles, head of chemistry, Kudos Blends
2026-03-16T09:22:00+00:00

Events

British Baker - Miso Caramel Hazelnut Brownie, Two Magpies Bakery - 3200x1800

Britain’s Best Cake 2026 winner revealed

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

Imma the Bakery - Cantabrian Ugi - 2100x1400

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

British Baker - Britain's Best Cake 2026 judging 1

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

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

British Baker - Britain's Best Loaf 2026 judging - 210

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

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Webinar

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

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

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