Bakeries in Eastbourne
Eastbourne has 16 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Eastbourne Centre, East Dean, Langney and Pevensey Bay. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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All bakeries in Eastbourne 1–16 of 16
Cadence Cycle Club Eastbourne
The Welcome Centre, Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne Centre BN21 4JR
Windmills Cafe & Bakery
25 Langney Shopping Centre 64 Kingfisher Drive, Eastbourne, Langney BN23 7RT
The baking story of Eastbourne
Eastbourne, a gracious Victorian resort developed by the Dukes of Devonshire, has a long seafront of white hotels, a pier and a bandstand, with the chalk cliffs of Beachy Head rising to the west. Afternoon tea, ice cream and seaside cafés are part of its character. It also has a claim to modern pudding history: banoffee pie — a biscuit or pastry base layered with toffee, bananas and cream — was created in the early 1970s at a restaurant in the village of Jevington, just outside the town. Sussex's older bakes, such as plum heavies, belong to the surrounding Downs. Eastbourne's bakers and tea rooms serve scones, Victoria sponges and Sussex treats to visitors and locals alike.
Local bakes to look out for
- Banoffee pie – A base layered with toffee, sliced banana and whipped cream.
- Sussex plum heavies – Flat, currant-dotted teatime cakes from the Downs.
Bakery hunter's tip: Take tea along the seafront or in the independent Little Chelsea area around Grove Road, then walk up onto the Downs towards Beachy Head.
Did you know? Banoffee pie was invented in the early 1970s at a restaurant in Jevington, a village just outside Eastbourne.
Bakery types in Eastbourne
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 7 | 44% |
| Bakery Cafés | 4 | 25% |
| Cake Shops | 4 | 25% |
| Patisseries | 2 | 13% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 2 | 13% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 1 | 6% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 1 | 6% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 1 | 6% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| To The Rise Bakery | Eastbourne Centre | 7am |
| Greggs | Eastbourne Centre | 7am |
Eastbourne at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 16 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Eastbourne Centre (9) |
| With published hours | 2 |
| Open on Sundays | 2 of 2 |
| Hygiene rated | 13 (92% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 05:57 |
Bakeries in Eastbourne: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Eastbourne?
We currently list 16 bakeries in Eastbourne, across 8 areas including Eastbourne Centre, East Dean and Langney. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Eastbourne?
To The Rise Bakery 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 Eastbourne open on Sundays?
Of the 2 bakeries with published hours, 2 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Eastbourne bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
12 of the 13 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 Eastbourne?
The most common type is traditional bakers (7), followed by bakery cafés, cake shops and patisseries.