Bakeries in Cambridge
Cambridge has 51 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Cambridge Centre, Petersfield, Romsey and Newnham. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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All bakeries in Cambridge 1–30 of 51
Pastim Bakery
2100 Glenmore Business Park Ely Road, Landbeach, Cambridge Centre CB25 9FX
The baking story of Cambridge
Cambridge has a long love affair with the Chelsea bun: square, sticky, glossy with syrup and coiled around currants, it is the bake generations of students have queued for. The university has left its mark on the city's food in other ways too. Cambridge burnt cream, a rich baked custard beneath a shattered sugar crust, has long been associated with Trinity College, whose kitchens are said to have branded the top with the college crest. The open-air market on Market Hill has traded at the heart of the city for centuries and still sells bread, cakes and produce every day. Beyond the colleges lie the Fens, some of the most productive farmland in England, and Cambridgeshire's orchards supply plenty of fruit for tarts and crumbles.
Local bakes to look out for
- Chelsea bun – A square, sticky spiral bun filled with currants and brushed with syrup.
- Cambridge burnt cream – A baked vanilla custard with a caramelised sugar top, the English cousin of crème brûlée.
Bakery hunter's tip: Market Hill trades every day of the week; for international bakeries and cafés, head east along Mill Road.
Did you know? Cambridge burnt cream is often called the English crème brûlée, and Trinity College is popularly credited with making it famous.
Bakery types in Cambridge
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 22 | 43% |
| Bakery Cafés | 18 | 35% |
| Cake Shops | 11 | 22% |
| Patisseries | 9 | 18% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 8 | 16% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 8 | 16% |
| French Bakeries | 2 | 4% |
| Portuguese Bakeries | 2 | 4% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 1 | 2% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 1 | 2% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Flavour Station | Petersfield | 6am |
| Maison Clement | Petersfield | 7am |
| Maison Clement | Newnham | 7am |
| Days Farm Shop & Bakery | Newton | 7am |
| Ada's Kitchen | Histon | 7am |
| Days of Ashwell | Great Shelford | 7am |
Cambridge at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 51 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Cambridge Centre (12) |
| With published hours | 30 |
| Open on Sundays | 18 of 30 |
| Hygiene rated | 39 (90% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 04:00 |
Bakeries in Cambridge: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Cambridge?
We currently list 51 bakeries in Cambridge, across 24 areas including Cambridge Centre, Petersfield and Romsey. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Cambridge?
Flavour Station has the earliest published opening time at 6am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Cambridge open on Sundays?
Of the 30 bakeries with published hours, 18 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Cambridge bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
35 of the 39 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 Cambridge?
The most common type is traditional bakers (22), followed by bakery cafés, cake shops and patisseries.