Bakeries in Bath
Bath has 28 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Bath Centre, Locksbrook, Bloomfield and Kingsmead. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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All bakeries in Bath 1–28 of 28
The baking story of Bath
Few places have given their name to as many bakes as Bath. The Bath bun — a rich, sticky yeasted bun crowned with crushed sugar, and in older recipes with caraway comfits — fed the crowds who came to take the waters in the 18th century. The Sally Lunn bun, a large, light, brioche-like round served split and toasted, is wrapped in local legend about a young refugee baker in the late 1600s. Then there is the Bath Oliver, a plain, crisp biscuit attributed to Dr William Oliver, a physician who treated the spa's wealthy visitors. Georgian Bath was a city of assembly rooms, pump rooms and endless tea, and that culture of polite indulgence survives in its cafés and tea rooms. Somerset's dairies and orchards are never far away.
Local bakes to look out for
- Bath bun – A rich, round yeasted bun topped with crunchy crushed sugar.
- Sally Lunn bun – A large, light, brioche-style bun traditionally split and served with butter or toppings.
- Bath Oliver – A plain, crisp, dry biscuit designed to be eaten with cheese.
Bakery hunter's tip: Bath's centre is compact and walkable; explore the lanes around the Abbey and the historic Guildhall Market, then compare a Bath bun with a Sally Lunn.
Did you know? The Bath Oliver biscuit is named after Dr William Oliver, an 18th-century Bath physician credited with creating it.
Bakery types in Bath
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 13 | 46% |
| Bakery Cafés | 5 | 18% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 5 | 18% |
| Cookie Shops | 3 | 11% |
| Patisseries | 2 | 7% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 2 | 7% |
| Portuguese Bakeries | 1 | 4% |
| Cake Shops | 1 | 4% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Parsons Bakery | Fox Hill | 7:30am |
| Parsons Bakery | Locksbrook | 7:30am |
| The Bertinet Bakery | Bath Centre | 8am |
| Nata & Co | Bath Centre | 8am |
| Grumpy Baker | Oldfield Park | 8am |
| Flapjackery | Bath Centre | 9am |
Bath at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 28 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Bath Centre (15) |
| With published hours | 7 |
| Open on Sundays | 5 of 7 |
| Hygiene rated | 27 (81% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 02:48 |
Bakeries in Bath: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Bath?
We currently list 28 bakeries in Bath, across 10 areas including Bath Centre, Locksbrook and Bloomfield. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Bath?
Parsons Bakery has the earliest published opening time at 7:30am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Bath open on Sundays?
Of the 7 bakeries with published hours, 5 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Bath bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
22 of the 27 bakeries with a published inspection result hold a top rating (4–5, or Pass in Scotland). Ratings come from the Food Standards Agency register.
What kind of bakeries can I find in Bath?
The most common type is traditional bakers (13), followed by bakery cafés, artisan bakeries and cookie shops.