Bakeries in Bournemouth
We list 25 bakeries in Bournemouth, spread across 13 areas. Each one has its own page with hours, directions and its food hygiene rating.
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All bakeries in Bournemouth 1–25 of 25
Le Petit Prince Patisserie
Unit 4 Bournemouth House, 19 Christchurch Road, Lansdowne BH1 3LJ
The baking story of Bournemouth
Bournemouth grew from empty heathland into a fashionable Victorian resort, with pine-lined chines, miles of sandy beach and pleasure gardens running down to the sea. The town still has a lively café culture, from beachside kiosks to independent coffee shops in Westbourne and Boscombe. Bournemouth was historically in Hampshire until boundary changes in 1974 placed it in Dorset, and Dorset baking is well worth exploring. Dorset apple cake, moist and studded with chunks of apple, is served warm with clotted cream; Dorset knobs are hard, dry, round rusks traditionally eaten with cheese; and Dorset Blue Vinny is a crumbly, tangy blue cheese. Nearby, Christchurch and Poole offer harbours and fresh seafood.
Local bakes to look out for
- Dorset apple cake – A moist cake full of apple chunks, served warm with cream.
- Dorset knob – A hard, dry, crunchy bread rusk, traditionally eaten with cheese.
Bakery hunter's tip: Explore Westbourne's arcades and Boscombe's independent cafés, and look out for Dorset apple cake served warm with cream.
Did you know? Dorset knobs have even inspired a knob-throwing contest in west Dorset.
Bakery types in Bournemouth
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 13 | 52% |
| Patisseries | 6 | 24% |
| Bakery Cafés | 4 | 16% |
| French Bakeries | 2 | 8% |
| Cake Shops | 2 | 8% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 2 | 8% |
| Vegan Bakeries | 1 | 4% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Live On | Bournemouth Centre | 7am |
| Idah's | Lansdowne | 7am |
| M's Bakery | Pokesdown | 7am |
| Recettes Sucrées 1859 | Boscombe | 7am |
| Patisserie Mark Bennet | Penn Hill | 7:30am |
| Oxford's Bakery | Canford Cliffs | 8:30am |
Bournemouth at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 25 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Bournemouth Centre (6) |
| With published hours | 9 |
| Open on Sundays | 4 of 9 |
| Hygiene rated | 16 (100% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 03:50 |
Bakeries in Bournemouth: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Bournemouth?
We currently list 25 bakeries in Bournemouth, across 13 areas including Bournemouth Centre, Boscombe and Lansdowne. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Bournemouth?
Live On has the earliest published opening time at 7am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Bournemouth open on Sundays?
Of the 9 bakeries with published hours, 4 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Bournemouth bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
16 of the 16 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 Bournemouth?
The most common type is traditional bakers (13), followed by patisseries, bakery cafés and french bakeries.