Bakeries in Penzance
Penzance has 10 bakeries on our map, with the biggest clusters in Penzance Centre, Newlyn and Heamoor. Hover a bakery to spot it on the map, or tap Route for directions.
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The baking story of Penzance
Penzance, near the western tip of Cornwall, looks across Mount's Bay to St Michael's Mount, and its neighbour Newlyn is one of England's major fishing ports. The area's most famous dish comes from the nearby village of Mousehole: stargazy pie, in which whole pilchards poke their heads through the pastry crust, gazing up at the sky. It is eaten on Tom Bawcock's Eve, just before Christmas, honouring a legendary fisherman who braved a storm to feed the starving village. Penzance's bakers sell pasties, saffron buns, Cornish fairings and heavy cake, and each June the Golowan Festival and its Mazey Day fill the streets with parades, music and food stalls.
Local bakes to look out for
- Stargazy pie – A fish pie with whole pilchards peeping through the crust.
- Cornish pasty – The classic side-crimped pastry of beef and vegetables.
- Cornish fairing – A crunchy, spiced ginger biscuit.
Bakery hunter's tip: Explore Chapel Street and Market Jew Street, then walk the promenade to Newlyn for fresh fish; visit in late June for Mazey Day.
Did you know? Mousehole's stargazy pie is traditionally eaten on 23 December, Tom Bawcock's Eve.
Bakery types in Penzance
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 5 | 50% |
| Bakery Cafés | 3 | 30% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 2 | 20% |
| Cake Shops | 2 | 20% |
| Patisseries | 1 | 10% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 1 | 10% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Fika | Newlyn | 7:30am |
| Warrens Bakery | Newlyn | 8am |
| Cornerstone Heamoor | Heamoor | 8am |
Penzance at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 10 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Penzance Centre (6) |
| With published hours | 3 |
| Open on Sundays | 2 of 3 |
| Hygiene rated | 7 (100% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 05:57 |
Bakeries in Penzance: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Penzance?
We currently list 10 bakeries in Penzance, across 3 areas including Penzance Centre, Newlyn and Heamoor. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Penzance?
Fika has the earliest published opening time at 7:30am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Penzance open on Sundays?
Of the 3 bakeries with published hours, 2 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Penzance bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
7 of the 7 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 Penzance?
The most common type is traditional bakers (5), followed by bakery cafés, sourdough bakeries and cake shops.