Bakeries in Coventry
From early-morning loaves to celebration cakes, here are the 35 bakeries we know about in Coventry.
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Divine Doughnuts
Unit B6 Little Heath Industrial Estate Old Church Road, Little Heath CV6 7NB
The baking story of Coventry
Coventry's own pastry is the godcake: a triangle of puff pastry filled with mincemeat, its top slashed three times. Godparents traditionally gave them to their godchildren at New Year, and the three cuts are usually said to represent the Holy Trinity. The custom was once so established that godcakes were made in different sizes, depending on how generous — or how wealthy — the godparent felt. Coventry was a medieval cloth and wool city, devastated by bombing in 1940 and rebuilt around its new cathedral. One post-war landmark is the circular retail market, opened in the 1950s with a car park on its roof, which still sells bread, cakes and produce. The city's Irish, Punjabi and Caribbean communities add soda bread, mithai and patties to the mix.
Local bakes to look out for
- Coventry godcake – A triangular puff-pastry turnover filled with mincemeat, traditionally given at New Year.
- Jamaican patty – A flaky, golden pastry filled with spiced meat or vegetables.
Bakery hunter's tip: Look for godcakes around New Year, when bakers are most likely to make them; the round Coventry Market in the city centre is worth a visit any time.
Did you know? In Coventry, as across much of the West Midlands, a bread roll is often called a 'batch'.
Bakery types in Coventry
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 24 | 69% |
| Cake Shops | 9 | 26% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 3 | 9% |
| Patisseries | 3 | 9% |
| Bakery Cafés | 3 | 9% |
| Doughnut Shops | 1 | 3% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 1 | 3% |
Coventry at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 35 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Edgwick (6) |
| With published hours | 0 |
| Open on Sundays | — |
| Hygiene rated | 23 (74% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Wed 7 Oct, 02:54 |
Bakeries in Coventry: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Coventry?
We currently list 35 bakeries in Coventry, across 17 areas including Edgwick, Hillfields and Coventry Centre. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Do Coventry bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
17 of the 23 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 Coventry?
The most common type is traditional bakers (24), followed by cake shops, eggless cake shops and patisseries.