Bakeries in Chichester
Chichester has 11 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Chichester Centre, East Wittering and Singleton. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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All bakeries in Chichester 1–11 of 11
The baking story of Chichester
At the crossing of Chichester's four Roman-planned streets stands the ornate Market Cross, built in 1501 by Bishop Edward Story to give the city's market traders shelter. Buying and selling has carried on around it ever since. This is a cathedral city between the South Downs and the coastal plain, a mild, sunny corner of England where salad crops, soft fruit and grain all thrive. When it comes to bakes, Sussex tradition rules. The pond pudding, steamed around a whole lemon, is a winter treat, and plum heavies — flat currant cakes — were once a farmworker's snack on the Downs. Selsey, a few miles south, is famous for its crab, which turns up in sandwiches and tarts in the city's cafés.
Local bakes to look out for
- Sussex pond pudding – A steamed suet pudding with a whole lemon, butter and sugar inside.
- Sussex plum heavies – Flat, currant-dotted teatime cakes from the Sussex countryside.
Bakery hunter's tip: Start at the Market Cross and follow North, South, East and West Streets; the city's regular farmers' markets bring Sussex growers and bakers into the centre.
Did you know? The coastal plain around Chichester is one of the UK's largest centres for glasshouse-grown salad crops.
Bakery types in Chichester
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 5 | 45% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 4 | 36% |
| Patisseries | 1 | 9% |
| Bakery Cafés | 1 | 9% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Hoxton Bakehouse | Chichester Centre | 8am |
Chichester at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 11 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Chichester Centre (7) |
| With published hours | 1 |
| Open on Sundays | 1 of 1 |
| Hygiene rated | 10 (100% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Mon 5 Oct, 16:23 |
Bakeries in Chichester: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Chichester?
We currently list 11 bakeries in Chichester, across 3 areas including Chichester Centre, East Wittering and Singleton. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Chichester?
Hoxton Bakehouse has the earliest published opening time at 8am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Chichester open on Sundays?
Of the 1 bakeries with published hours, 1 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Chichester bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
10 of the 10 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 Chichester?
The most common type is traditional bakers (5), followed by artisan bakeries, patisseries and bakery cafés.