Bakeries in Swindon
From early-morning loaves to celebration cakes, here are the 21 bakeries we know about in Swindon, 5 of them with published opening hours.
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Bakery 79 - South Marston
South Marston Service Station, Shrivenham Road, South Marston, South Marston SN3 4RS
The baking story of Swindon
Swindon was transformed in the 1840s when the Great Western Railway built its locomotive works here, creating a new town of terraced houses for thousands of workers. The company also built a railway village with shops, an institute and a medical fund for workers' families, later cited as an inspiration for the NHS. Feeding the works meant plenty of bread, pies and cake, and Wiltshire's lardy cake — rich, sticky bread dough layered with lard, sugar and fruit — was a much-loved treat. Swindon's Old Town, on the hill, is far older than the railway and has its own market-town character. The surrounding Wiltshire countryside is known for bacon, ham and wheat grown on the chalk downs.
Local bakes to look out for
- Wiltshire lardy cake – A sticky, caramelised bread of lard, sugar and dried fruit.
Bakery hunter's tip: Explore Old Town for independent cafés around Wood Street, and visit the STEAM museum to learn how the railway shaped the town.
Did you know? The Wiltshire cure for bacon and ham was developed in the 19th century in the nearby town of Calne.
Bakery types in Swindon
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Bakers | 9 | 43% |
| Cake Shops | 8 | 38% |
| Patisseries | 5 | 24% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 3 | 14% |
| Bakery Cafés | 2 | 10% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 2 | 10% |
| Doughnut Shops | 1 | 5% |
Early birds: first bakeries to open
| Bakery | Area | Opens from |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen in the Corner | Swindon Centre | 8am |
| Lizzy Bakes HQ | Eastcott | 9am |
| Cake Box | Swindon Centre | 10am |
| Abe's Cakes | Swindon Centre | 10am |
| GlamoRose Cakes | Old Town | 10am |
Swindon at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 21 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Swindon Centre (4) |
| With published hours | 5 |
| Open on Sundays | 3 of 5 |
| Hygiene rated | 18 (89% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Thu 8 Oct, 07:15 |
Bakeries in Swindon: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Swindon?
We currently list 21 bakeries in Swindon, across 15 areas including Swindon Centre, Gorse Hill and Eastcott. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Which bakery opens earliest in Swindon?
Kitchen in the Corner has the earliest published opening time at 8am. Opening times can vary by day, so check the bakery's page for the full week.
Are bakeries in Swindon open on Sundays?
Of the 5 bakeries with published hours, 3 open on Sundays. Each listing shows a live open or closed badge based on UK time.
Do Swindon bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
16 of the 18 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 Swindon?
The most common type is traditional bakers (9), followed by cake shops, patisseries and artisan bakeries.