Bakeries in Northampton
Northampton has 27 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Northampton Centre, Phippsville, Upton and Westone. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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All bakeries in Northampton 1–27 of 27
The baking story of Northampton
Northampton is England's shoe capital, its fortune made on boots and shoes for armies and everyday wearers alike, and the trade still survives in workshops around the town. Its centre is built around a vast market square where traders have set up stalls for centuries. Northamptonshire's food is rooted in its rolling farmland: wheat and barley fields, sheep pastures and the old Rockingham Forest. Traditional bakes of the wider Midlands — pork pies, Bedfordshire clangers from just over the border and caraway seed cakes — have long been staples here. Today the town's large Caribbean, South Asian and Eastern European communities have added patties, naan and rye bread to the bakery shelves.
Local bakes to look out for
- Pork pie – A hot-water-crust pie of seasoned pork, a Midlands picnic essential.
- Seed cake – A plain, buttery cake flavoured with caraway seeds, an old English teatime favourite.
- Bedfordshire clanger – A two-course suet roll from just over the county border.
Bakery hunter's tip: Start at the Market Square, then explore St Giles Street for independent shops and cafés.
Did you know? Northampton's Market Square is one of the largest market squares in England.
Bakery types in Northampton
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 13 | 48% |
| Cake Shops | 7 | 26% |
| Bakery Cafés | 5 | 19% |
| Patisseries | 4 | 15% |
| Turkish Bakeries | 2 | 7% |
| Middle Eastern Bakeries | 1 | 4% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 1 | 4% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 1 | 4% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 1 | 4% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Amica Café | Upton | 9am |
Northampton at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 27 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Northampton Centre (10) |
| With published hours | 1 |
| Open on Sundays | 1 of 1 |
| Hygiene rated | 23 (74% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 05:52 |
Bakeries in Northampton: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Northampton?
We currently list 27 bakeries in Northampton, across 12 areas including Northampton Centre, Phippsville and Upton. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Northampton?
Amica Café 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 Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton?
The most common type is traditional bakers (13), followed by cake shops, bakery cafés and patisseries.