Bakeries in Bristol
Bristol has 88 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Broadmead, Bristol Centre, Pigsty Hill and Ashton Gate. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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All bakeries in Bristol 1–30 of 88
The baking story of Bristol
Bristol's prosperity came through its docks, which handled sugar, cocoa and tobacco — trades bound up with the transatlantic slave economy, a history the city now openly confronts. The Fry family turned cocoa into an industry here, producing what is widely regarded as the first solid chocolate bar made for eating. St Nicholas Market, sheltering in and around the 18th-century Corn Exchange, still hums with food stalls, and the bronze 'nails' outside, where merchants once settled deals, are said to have inspired the phrase 'paying on the nail'. Modern Bristol is a sourdough city, with neighbourhood bakeries in Stokes Croft, Bedminster and Clifton. From Somerset and Gloucestershire come apples, cider and cheese — the makings of a good West Country cider cake.
Local bakes to look out for
- Cider cake – A moist West Country fruit cake made with dried fruit soaked in cider.
- Somerset apple cake – A dense, buttery cake packed with chunks of cooking apple, often served warm.
Bakery hunter's tip: Combine St Nicholas Market in the old city with a stroll along Gloucester Road, often said to have one of the longest stretches of independent shops in the UK.
Did you know? J.S. Fry & Sons of Bristol is credited with making the first solid chocolate bar for eating, in 1847.
Bakery types in Bristol
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 55 | 63% |
| Cake Shops | 13 | 15% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 9 | 10% |
| Bakery Cafés | 9 | 10% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 7 | 8% |
| Cookie Shops | 3 | 3% |
| Vegan Bakeries | 3 | 3% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 3 | 3% |
| Patisseries | 3 | 3% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 2 | 2% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| West Cornwall Pasty Co. | Temple Quarter | 6:30am |
| The Split Tin Bakery | Westbury Park | 6:30am |
| Greggs | Redcliffe | 6:30am |
| Joe's Bakery | Pigsty Hill | 7am |
| In Via Lactea | Bristol Centre | 7am |
| The Bakehouse | Totterdown | 7am |
Bristol at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 88 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Broadmead (8) |
| With published hours | 22 |
| Open on Sundays | 13 of 22 |
| Hygiene rated | 58 (86% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Mon 5 Oct, 19:08 |
Bakeries in Bristol: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Bristol?
We currently list 88 bakeries in Bristol, across 40 areas including Broadmead, Bristol Centre and Pigsty Hill. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Bristol?
West Cornwall Pasty Co. has the earliest published opening time at 6:30am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Bristol open on Sundays?
Of the 22 bakeries with published hours, 13 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Bristol bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
50 of the 58 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 Bristol?
The most common type is traditional bakers (55), followed by cake shops, artisan bakeries and bakery cafés.