Bakeries in Sheffield
From early-morning loaves to celebration cakes, here are the 90 bakeries we know about in Sheffield, 20 of them with published opening hours.
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The baking story of Sheffield
Sheffield's steelworkers needed food that would fill them up and travel well, and the city's bakers obliged with oven-bottom cakes, pork pies and hearty sandwiches. Sheffield even has its own spicy relish, a thin, peppery sauce shaken over pies and stews and made in the city since Victorian times. The Peak District begins on the western edge of the city, and less than an hour away lies Bakewell, home of the Bakewell pudding — puff pastry, jam and a rich egg-and-almond filling. Parkin and Yorkshire curd tarts are as popular here as anywhere in the county. The Moor Market and independent quarters such as Kelham Island, Sharrow Vale and Abbeydale Road show off a lively modern food scene.
Local bakes to look out for
- Oven-bottom cake – A flat, soft bread roll baked on the oven floor, a northern breakfast staple.
- Bakewell pudding – Puff pastry, jam and a rich egg and almond filling from the nearby Peak District town.
- Yorkshire parkin – Sticky oatmeal and treacle gingerbread, best after a few days in the tin.
Bakery hunter's tip: Explore the Moor Market, then head to Kelham Island, Sharrow Vale Road or Abbeydale Road for independent bakeries and cafés.
Did you know? Bakewell pudding and Bakewell tart are different bakes: the pudding uses puff pastry and an egg-rich filling, while the tart uses shortcrust and frangipane.
Bakery types in Sheffield
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 48 | 53% |
| Bakery Cafés | 14 | 16% |
| Cake Shops | 12 | 13% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 10 | 11% |
| Patisseries | 6 | 7% |
| Cookie Shops | 5 | 6% |
| Vegan Bakeries | 4 | 4% |
| Sourdough Bakeries | 3 | 3% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 3 | 3% |
| Scandinavian Bakeries | 2 | 2% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Moorfoot | 6:30am |
| Crumb | Crookes | 7am |
| Hathersage bakery | Hathersage | 7:30am |
| Bakers Yard | Kelham Island | 8am |
| I Said Bread | Meersbrook | 8am |
| Sarni's | Cathedral Quarter | 8am |
Sheffield at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 90 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Brightside (6) |
| With published hours | 20 |
| Open on Sundays | 12 of 20 |
| Hygiene rated | 75 (88% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Sun 4 Oct, 02:04 |
Bakeries in Sheffield: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Sheffield?
We currently list 90 bakeries in Sheffield, across 50 areas including Brightside, Burngreave and Moorfoot. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Sheffield?
Greggs has the earliest published opening time at 6:30am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Sheffield open on Sundays?
Of the 20 bakeries with published hours, 12 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Sheffield bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
66 of the 75 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 Sheffield?
The most common type is traditional bakers (48), followed by bakery cafés, cake shops and artisan bakeries.