Bakeries in Walsall
From early-morning loaves to celebration cakes, here are the 14 bakeries we know about in Walsall.
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Gility's Cake Bakery Off Licence and Convenience Store
6 Gillity Avenue, Walsall, Park Hall WS5 3PJ
The baking story of Walsall
Walsall is the leather capital of Britain, renowned for saddles, bridles and fine leather goods, and its Leather Museum tells the story of a craft that still survives in the town. Like its Black Country neighbours, Walsall loves robust food: pork scratchings with a pint, faggots and peas, and generously filled pork pies. The open-air market has been part of the town centre for centuries, and the Arboretum makes a pleasant spot for a picnic. Walsall's large Pakistani, Indian and Bangladeshi communities have added sweet centres and naan bakeries, especially around Caldmore, and Polish and Caribbean bakeries bring further variety. Sister Dora, the Victorian nurse, is remembered with a statue in the town centre.
Local bakes to look out for
- Pork pie – A hot-water-crust pie of seasoned pork, a Black Country favourite.
- Naan – Soft, tandoor-baked flatbread from Caldmore's bakeries.
Bakery hunter's tip: Browse the town-centre market, then head to Caldmore for South Asian bakeries and sweet centres.
Did you know? Pork scratchings — crisp, salted pieces of fried pork rind — have long been a Black Country pub staple.
Bakery types in Walsall
| Type | Bakeries | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Patisseries | 7 | 50% |
| Cake Shops | 5 | 36% |
| Traditional Bakers | 2 | 14% |
| Artisan Bakeries | 2 | 14% |
| Eggless Cake Shops | 1 | 7% |
| Celebration Cake Makers | 1 | 7% |
Walsall at a glance
| Bakeries listed | 14 |
|---|---|
| Busiest area | Caldmore (7) |
| With published hours | 0 |
| Open on Sundays | — |
| Hygiene rated | 9 (67% top rated) |
| Nation | England |
| Local time | Thu 8 Oct, 08:04 |
Bakeries in Walsall: FAQs
How many bakeries are there in Walsall?
We currently list 14 bakeries in Walsall, across 5 areas including Caldmore, Walsall Centre and New Mills. The list includes independent bakeries, cake shops, patisseries and chain branches.
Do Walsall bakeries have good hygiene ratings?
6 of the 9 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 Walsall?
The most common type is patisseries (7), followed by cake shops, traditional bakers and artisan bakeries.