Bakeries in Newcastle upon Tyne
We list 75 bakeries in Newcastle upon Tyne, spread across 27 areas. Each one has its own page with hours, directions and its food hygiene rating.
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All bakeries in Newcastle upon Tyne 1–30 of 75
The baking story of Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle's bakers swear by the stotty — a heavy, flat, chewy loaf with a dimple in the middle, traditionally baked on the floor of the oven so that it browns underneath. Split and filled with ham and pease pudding, or with bacon and egg, it is a meal in itself. Singin' hinnies, Northumbrian griddle scones, and pan haggerty, a layered potato-and-onion dish, belong to the same regional tradition. Grainger Market, opened in 1835 as part of Richard Grainger's grand rebuilding of the city centre, still trades from its handsome original halls. Beyond the centre, Newcastle has a thriving independent café and bakery culture in Ouseburn, Jesmond and Heaton, where sourdough sits happily beside stotties.
Local bakes to look out for
- Stotty cake – A flat, dense, chewy round loaf, split and generously filled.
- Pease pudding – A soft purée of yellow split peas, spread thickly in stotties with ham.
- Singin' hinny – A large griddle scone with currants that sizzles as it cooks.
Bakery hunter's tip: Spend an hour in the Grainger Market, then head to Ouseburn, Jesmond or Heaton for independent cafés and bakeries.
Did you know? Stotty cake is said to take its name from the North East dialect word 'stot', meaning to bounce.
Bakery types in Newcastle upon Tyne
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 41 | 55% |
| Cake Shops | 16 | 21% |
| Bakery Cafés | 13 | 17% |
| Patisseries | 6 | 8% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 5 | 7% |
| Vegan Bakeries | 4 | 5% |
| French Bakeries | 2 | 3% |
| Cookie Shops | 2 | 3% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 2 | 3% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 1 | 1% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Kenton | 6am |
| Milligans | Haymarket | 7am |
| Pink Lane Bakery | Chinatown | 8am |
| dotbagels | Heaton | 8am |
| Big River Bakery | Shieldfield | 8am |
| Prism Coffee | Deckham | 8am |
Newcastle upon Tyne at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 75 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Newcastle upon Tyne Centre (13) |
| With published hours | 17 |
| Open on Sundays | 8 of 17 |
| Hygiene rated | 62 (82% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 07:48 |
Bakeries in Newcastle upon Tyne: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Newcastle upon Tyne?
We currently list 75 bakeries in Newcastle upon Tyne, across 27 areas including Newcastle upon Tyne Centre, Chinatown and Fenham. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Greggs has the earliest published opening time at 6am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Newcastle upon Tyne open on Sundays?
Of the 17 bakeries with published hours, 8 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Newcastle upon Tyne bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
51 of the 62 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?
The most common type is traditional bakers (41), followed by cake shops, bakery cafés and patisseries.