The British are responsible for the invention of most of the pies that we know and love today.
Sweet or savoury - there’s a pie for every occasion.
We asked our readers which shops sold the best pies and pasties in Lancashire.
In no particular order, here is what they said:
5. JL Bean
Victoria Road West, Cleveleys, FY5 1AG | 4.4 out of 5 (49 Google reviews) | "The pies, sausage rolls, iced buns and Eccles cakes are awesome." | Google
6. Gornall's Bakery
New Hall Lane, Preston, PR1 4DU | 4.5 out of 5 (208 Google reviews) | "Excellent meat and potato pies served by friendly staff." | Google
7. Powell Pastries
St Annes Road West, Lytham Saint Annes, FY8 1RD | 5 out of 5 (16 Google reviews) | "I've never eaten pies like it, easily the best I've ever had." | Google
8. Round & Sons
Ribbleton Lane, Preston, PR1 5EA | 4.6 out of 5 (191 Google reviews) | "Always good service and tasty food." | Google