Bakeries in Leek
Leek has 4 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Leek Centre and Meerbrook. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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All bakeries in Leek 1–4 of 4
More bakeries near Leek
Just outside Leek, within about 12 miles.
Toms Bake Shop
Unit 3 Bentilee District Centre, Dawlish Drive, Bentilee, Stoke-On-Trent ST2 0EU
The baking story of Leek
Leek, the 'Queen of the Moorlands', is a handsome market town on the edge of the Peak District, once famous for silk dyeing and weaving. Its food heritage is pure Staffordshire: the oatcake, a large, soft pancake of yeasted oatmeal batter, cooked on a hot griddle and wrapped around cheese, bacon or sausage. Oats grew well in the cool, wet uplands of the Staffordshire Moorlands where wheat struggled, which helps explain why the oatcake took such firm root here. Leek's Market Place hosts outdoor markets, and the Victorian Butter Market, a covered hall, is a hub for local food traders. The surrounding moors and dairy farms supply milk, butter and cheese to the region's bakers.
Local bakes to look out for
- Staffordshire oatcake – A soft oatmeal pancake filled with cheese, bacon or sausage.
- Pikelet – A thin, free-form crumpet, toasted and dripping with butter.
Bakery hunter's tip: Visit the Butter Market and the Market Place on a market day, and order an oatcake with cheese and bacon for breakfast.
Did you know? Oats thrive in cool, wet upland climates where wheat struggles, which is why oat-based breads became staples of moorland communities.
Bakery types in Leek
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cake Shops | 2 | 50% |
| Traditional Bakers | 2 | 50% |
| Bakery Cafés | 1 | 25% |
| Gluten-Free Bakeries | 1 | 25% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 1 | 25% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Roaches Tea Rooms | Meerbrook | 9am |
Leek at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Leek Centre (3) |
| With published hours | 1 |
| Open on Sundays | 1 of 1 |
| Hygiene rated | 2 (100% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Thu 8 Oct, 08:01 |
Bakeries in Leek: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Leek?
We currently list 4 bakeries in Leek, across 2 areas including Leek Centre and Meerbrook. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Leek?
Roaches Tea Rooms has the earliest published opening time at 9am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Leek 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 Leek bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
2 of the 2 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 Leek?
The most common type is cake shops (2), followed by traditional bakers, bakery cafés and gluten-free bakeries.