Sourdough Bakeries in London
Searching for a sourdough bakery in London? Here are 146 options on one map, 45 with opening times.
Gail's
157, The Street, Westfield Stratford City, Montfichet Road, East Village E20 1EN
About sourdough bakeries
Sourdough is bread leavened by a living culture of wild yeasts and lactic acid bacteria rather than by commercial baker's yeast. Bakers keep that culture – the starter or 'mother' – alive with daily feeds of flour and water, sometimes for years. The result is bread with a tangy depth, a chewy, glossy crumb and a thick crust, and it is the backbone of most independent bakeries opened in the UK over the past fifteen years.
What to order
- House country loaf – The everyday staple, great for toast, sandwiches and soaking up soup.
- Dark rye – Slice thinly and serve with smoked fish, cheese or butter and salt.
- Seeded wholemeal – A hearty loaf that keeps well and makes satisfying toast.
- Sourdough baguette – Chewier and tangier than a yeasted baguette, with a crust that holds up longer.
- Olive or walnut sourdough – A ready-made match for a cheese board.
Where they are in London
| Area | Count |
|---|---|
| Borough Market | 3 |
| Soho | 3 |
| Spitalfields | 3 |
| Waterloo | 3 |
| Hampstead | 3 |
| Bromley | 2 |
| Hackney | 2 |
| Brompton | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
How many sourdough bakeries are there in London?
We currently list 146 in London, spread across 119 areas. The map shows where each one is, and every listing links to its own page with directions.
How do I find the nearest sourdough bakery to me in London?
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