3 Best Bakeries in Canterbury

“Wilmshurst Bakery in Wingham supplies wholemeal, white, and granary loaves, large and small, cut and uncut, and filled rolls, buns, and crumpets. Wilmshurst and Sons was founded in 1931 by Edward Thomas Wilmshurst in the small village of Westmarsh. The bakery provides amazing taste and quality products at an affordable price. They are a team of professionally trained bakers with a wealth of industry experience and a reputation in the region for delivering high-quality products that people love and enjoy. Their team provides high-quality baked goods at an affordable price. Wilmshurst Bakery has a wide range of bread, rolls, and Huffkins, including white, brown, and wholemeal. Catering services are available for all special occasions. They deliver their freshly baked products to the surrounding area daily (not Sundays) in their three reliable vans. Wilmshurst Bakery's delivery area includes Dover, Canterbury, Herne Bay, and everywhere in between, and they supply a diverse range of clients, from supermarkets to small village shops.”

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“Greggs is a chain bakehouse that crafts bread, savoury snacks, sandwiches, and sweet treats in Canterbury. The bakery is situated in Whitefriars Canterbury. Over the years, Greggs has expanded nationwide and become a cherished staple in communities across the country. Their team offers a diverse selection of pastries for every special occasion. They are committed to delivering delicious baked goods in a welcoming environment. Greggs donates leftover baked goods to local charities and foundations. All items are freshly prepared and made daily. Their sausage rolls and pasties feature a variety of fillings. Every pastry is made fresh in their kitchen. Their team has an extensive assortment of baked goods in many flavours and fillings. Gluten-free triple Belgian chocolate brownies are also available. With over 2,000 Greggs locations throughout the UK, they remain dedicated to their core values by working diligently and treating everyone like family. Both in-store shopping and takeout options are offered at Greggs.”

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“Gilda Bakery is an award-winning, independently owned bakery located in the heart of the Kent countryside near the City of Canterbury. The bakery proudly produces quality handmade sourdough, speciality breads, and pastries. They believe in using honest, quality ingredients, sourcing organic flour from trusted suppliers and collaborating with local and British producers to form the foundation of their products. Their bakery is housed in a beautiful converted farm building, where they invite customers to experience Gilda from every angle with their open-plan kitchen and retail space. Each member of the Gilda team brings a wealth of experience to the bakery. They all share a passion for what they do, and a lot of time, care, and love goes into every product they make. Gilda Bakery celebrates how honest, artisanal craft transforms the humble into something delicious and nutritious. The bakery is now open six days a week.”

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