Bakeries in Ely
Ely has 9 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Ely Centre and Manea. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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The baking story of Ely
Rising out of the flat black fields of the Fens, Ely Cathedral is known as the Ship of the Fens, and the city's very name is linked to the eels that once teemed in the surrounding marshes — they were even used to pay rents. Ely still celebrates that heritage with an annual eel festival. Before the Fens were drained in the 17th century, this was an island community living on fish, wildfowl and reeds; afterwards the dark peat soils became some of the most fertile farmland in England, producing celery, potatoes, wheat and sugar beet. Oliver Cromwell lived here for about a decade, and his house is open to visitors. Cambridgeshire baking is homely rather than grand: fruit cakes, Chelsea buns and savoury fidget pie from old Huntingdonshire.
Local bakes to look out for
- Huntingdon fidget pie – A raised pie of gammon, apple and onion, a harvest-time dish from old Huntingdonshire.
- Chelsea bun – A sticky, currant-filled spiral bun popular across Cambridgeshire.
Bakery hunter's tip: Ely's market runs in the Market Place near the cathedral on several days a week; follow it with a stroll down to the riverside cafés.
Did you know? Fenland Celery, grown in the dark peat soils around Ely, has Protected Geographical Indication status.
Bakery types in Ely
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cake Shops | 6 | 67% |
| Traditional Bakers | 2 | 22% |
| Bakery Cafés | 2 | 22% |
| Cupcake Shops | 1 | 11% |
| Patisseries | 1 | 11% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 1 | 11% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 1 | 11% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 1 | 11% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| GAIL's | Ely Centre | 7am |
| Boswell and Son | Ely Centre | 7:30am |
| Street Cafe | Ely Centre | 8am |
| The Bake Shop | Ely Centre | 8am |
| Tom's Cakes | Ely Centre | 8:30am |
| Peacocks Tearoom | Ely Centre | 10:30am |
Ely at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 9 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Ely Centre (8) |
| With published hours | 6 |
| Open on Sundays | 5 of 6 |
| Hygiene rated | 9 (89% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Mon 5 Oct, 20:05 |
Bakeries in Ely: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Ely?
We currently list 9 bakeries in Ely, across 2 areas including Ely Centre and Manea. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Ely?
GAIL's 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 Ely open on Sundays?
Of the 6 bakeries with published hours, 5 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Ely bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
8 of the 9 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 Ely?
The most common type is cake shops (6), followed by traditional bakers, bakery cafés and cupcake shops.